• The appliance must be unplugged:
- before cleaning and maintenance procedures.
- if it is not working correctly.
- as soon as you have finished using it.
- if you leave the room, even momentarily.
• Do not use if the cord is damaged.
• Do not immerse or put under running water, even for cleaning purposes.
• Do not hold with damp hands.
• Do not hold the appliance by the casing, which is hot, but by the handle.
• Do not unplug by pulling on the cord, rather pull out by the plug.
• Do not use an electrical extension lead.
• Do not clean with abrasive or corrosive products.
• Do not use at temperatures below 0°C and above 35°C.
• Do not use on wet hair.
• Burn hazard. Keep appliance out of reach from young children, particularly
during use and cool down.
• When the appliance is connected to the power supply, never leave it
unattended.
• Always place the appliance with the stand, if any, on a heat-resistant, stable
flat surface.
• Do not put the protective cap (depending on the model) on when the
appliance is switched on.
GUARANTEE
This product is guaranteed 2 years for domestical use and 1 year for
professional use (according to current law).
The guarantee becomes null and void in the case of improper usage.
3. OPERATION
To help you decide the most suitable straightening temperature for your hair,
here's a guide:
• From 120°C to 160°C for fragile, fine, coloured or discoloured hair.
• From 180°C to 200°C for healthy, resistant, robust hair.
How should you straight hair? :
1. Select the desired temperature.
2. Place a lock of hair between the plates, at the roots. (see Fig)
3. Close the plates and glide the device along the hair to the ends.
How should you curl, style your hair? :
1. Select the desired temperature.
2. Place a lock of hair between the plates, at the roots (as if you were
straightening your hair). (see Fig)
3. Turn the appliance through a half-turn (180°). (see Fig)
4. Slowly slide the appliance down to the tips of your hair. Remove the
appliance, the curl is taking shape. (see Fig)
4. HAVING TROUBLE?
• You're not happy with the results you're getting from your straightener:
- Press the straightener plates more firmly against your hair section.
- Slide your straightener more slowly.
- Increase the temperature.
• The plates are not fixed.
- This is quite normal, the straightener is fitted with a mobile plate to get
better results from your straightener.
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• The appliance stops heating after a certain amount of time:
- This is normal, as this appliance has an automatic shut-off system.
ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION FIRST!
Your appliance contains valuable materials which can be
recovered or recycled.
Leave it at a local civic waste collection point.
These instructions are also available on our website
www.rowenta.com.
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