anko QL-5915A Travel Hair Dryer User Manual

anko QL-5915A Travel Hair Dryer

Product Information

Specifications

• Voltage: 110-120V or 220-240V
• Frequency: 50-60Hz
• Power: 1000-1200W or 1400-1600W

Introduction

The Hair Dryer QL-5915A is designed for household use and is suitable for drying human hair. It is not recommended for use on artificial hair or animals. Please note that the appliance may have different results depending on the hair type, so it is recommended to do a trial at a hidden spot before first use. The hairdryer is not suitable for damaged or bleached hair.

Parts

1. Air outlet
2. Rear grille/Air inlet
3. Cool Shot Switch
4. Fan speed switch
5. Foldable Handle
6. Voltage selector
7. Hanging loop
8. Concentrator

Before First Use

• Before connecting the hair dryer, always check the local mains voltage in your area. You may need to change the voltage selector setting to match the local mains voltage correctly.
• To change the operating voltage, turn the selector switch on the handle with a screwdriver or a small coin to line up the slot in the screw with the correct voltage.
• IMPORTANT: Always remember to check the voltage setting before use when you have traveled to another country or returned home.
• Incorrect voltage settings will result in permanent damage to the appliance. For Australia, ensure that the Voltage Selector (6) is set to 220-240V AC.

Product Usage

Operation

1. Ensure the hair dryer is plugged into a compatible power outlet.
2. Adjust the fan speed using the fan speed switch (4) according to your preference.
3. Optionally, use the cool shot switch (3) to release a burst of cool air for setting your hairstyle.
4. Hold the hair dryer by the handle and aim the air outlet (1) towards your hair.
5. Move the hair dryer around to evenly distribute the airflow and dry your hair.

Cleaning and Maintenance

Regularly clean the rear grille (2) to prevent dust and debris from accumulating. Use a soft brush or cloth to remove any dirt or hair. Ensure the hair dryer is unplugged and cooled down before cleaning.

Storage

When storing the hair dryer, ensure that it is unplugged and cooled down. Avoid placing heavy objects on top of the appliance to prevent damage. To prevent cord damage, loosely coil the cord by the side of the appliance.

Disposal

If you need to dispose of the hair dryer, contact a qualified electrical person or dispose of it according to local regulations.
Do not dispose of it with regular household waste.

12 Month Warranty

• Kmart Australia Ltd provides a 12-month warranty for the Hair Dryer QL-5915A.
• The warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship from the date of purchase, provided that the product is used by the accompanying recommendations or instructions.
• Please retain your receipt as proof of purchase.
• If the product becomes defective within the warranty period, Kmart will provide a refund, repair, or exchange (where possible).
• Kmart will bear the reasonable expense of claiming the warranty.
• Please contact the Customer Service Centre on 1800 124 125 (Australia) or 0800 945 995 (New Zealand) for any difficulties with your product or warranty claims.

FAQ

1. Can I use the hair dryer on artificial hair or animals?
   • No, the hair dryer is designed for drying human hair only. It is not recommended for use on artificial hair or animals.
2. Can I use the hair dryer on damaged or bleached hair?
   • No, the hair dryer is not recommended for use on damaged or bleached hair.
3. How do I clean the hair dryer?
   • To clean the hair dryer, regularly clean the rear grille using a soft brush or cloth. Ensure that the hair dryer is unplugged and cooled down before cleaning.
4. Can I store heavy objects on top of the hair dryer?
   • No, avoid placing heavy objects on top of the hair dryer to prevent damage.
5. How should I dispose of the hair dryer?
   • If you need to dispose of the hair dryer, contact a qualified electrical person or dispose of it according to local regulations.
   • Do not dispose of it with regular household waste.

PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using any electrical product, always follow these basic safety precautions:

• READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.
• Please read this instruction manual before using your product and keep it in a safe place for future reference.
• If you pass the appliance on to anyone else, please include this manual.
• Carefully read all instructions before operation and retain them for future reference.
• Do not place near the edge of a bench or table during operation.
• Ensure the surface is dry, level, clean, and free of liquid and other substances.
• Do not leave the appliance unattended when in use. Always ensure the appliance is turned off by switching off and unplugging the appliance when not in use if left unattended, and before cleaning and storing.
• Always keep the appliance clean.
• Fully unwind the cord before use.
• To protect against electric shock, do not immerse the power cord, plug, or appliance in water or any other liquid.
• Do not allow the cord to hang over the edge of the table or bench, touch hot surfaces, or become knotted.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with this appliance.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a qualified electrician to avoid a hazard, or the product must be disposed of.
• This product is intended for household use only. Do not use it outdoors or use for commercial purposes.
• NEVER grasp the appliance, power cable, or power plug with wet hands.
• Always remove the power cable from the socket by pulling on the plug, do not pull on the cable itself. Do not carry or lift the appliance with the power cord.
• Do not fold or crush the power cable. Ensure that the power cable does not run over sharp edges.
• Please do not attempt to dismantle the appliance. This appliance has no user-serviceable parts inside.
• When the appliance is used in a bathroom, disconnect from the main power after use. Since the proximity of water presents a hazard even when the appliance is switched off.
• Do not use outdoors or operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.
• For additional protection, the installation of a residual current device (RCD/Safety switch) having a rated residual operating current not exceeding 30mA is advisable in the electrical circuit supplying the bathroom.
• If unsure, check with your electrician.
• DANGER OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! Do not insert any foreign objects into the appliance.
• Do not use any accessories not supplied with this product.
• The appliance is not intended to be operated through an external timer or a separate remote control system.
• Always keep the hair away from the rear grille of the appliance. Hair may be sucked into the rear of the appliance causing a blockage.
• Never cover or block the rear grille of the appliance. This may lead to overheating. If the rear grille becomes blocked, stop using the appliance immediately.
• The rear grille is removable to allow for blockages to be removed.
• Ensure the appliance concentrator nozzle is free of blockages. Unrestricted airflow is required for correct operation and to prevent overheating.
• The concentrator nozzle will become hot if used. Allow it to cool before removing it.
• For cleaning, please refer to the section “CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE”
• For what action to be taken to adjust the appliance, please refer to the section “SETTING THE MAINS VOLTAGE”

RISK OF FIRE

• Do not leave the appliance unattended when in use.
• To avoid a build-up of heat, NEVER cover the appliance. Do not use the appliance under a blanket or at other poorly ventilated locations
• Avoid the addition of heat from other sources, e.g., from direct sunlight, heating appliances, other devices, etc.
• Do not use an extension cable. In the event of danger, the plug must be quickly and easily accessible.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENT

• Check that the voltage on the rating plate of your appliance corresponds with your house electricity supply which must be 110-120V or 220V-240V AC.
  For Australia, the Voltage Selector (H) must be set to 220-240V AC.

IMPORTANT

• The plug removed from the mains lead, if severed, must be destroyed as a plug with a bared flexible cord is hazardous if engaged into a live socket.
• If the supply cord is damaged DO NOT use it. For electrical safety, any repairs to the product must be carried out by a qualified electrical person only or the product must be disposed of.
• The danger of suffocation! Keep all packaging material away from children. Appropriately dispose of the packaging materials. Contact your local authorities about collection points or waste separation.
• Caution Risk of Burning! The appliance gets very hot!
• Take care to avoid contact between the hot surfaces of the unit and the skin, paying particular attention to the face, neck, and hands
• WARNING: Do not use this appliance near bathtubs, showers, basins, or other vessels containing water.
• Class II Appliance.
• The hairdryer is for household use only.

INTRODUCTION

• Use this appliance to dry human hair only. Do not use this appliance on artificial hair or animals. The appliance may have different results depending on the hair type.
• Therefore, we recommend doing a trial at a hidden spot before first use. The hairdryer is not recommended for damaged or bleached hair.

PARTS

1.  Air outlet
2. Rear grille/Air inlet
3. Cool Shot Switch
4. Fan speed switch
5. Foldable Handle
6. Voltage selector
7. hanging loop
8. concentrator

BEFORE FIRST USE

• After unpacking the appliance, check for transport damage and that all the parts mentioned in this manual are present. In the event of damaged or missing parts, return the product back to Kmart.
• Do not discard the original box. It can be used for storage and dispatch to avoid transport damage.
• Clean the appliance as described in CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE. For your safety pay particular attention to the IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS supplied in the user manual.
• For Australia, the Voltage Selector (6) must be set to 220-240V AC.

SETTING THE MAINS VOLTAGE

• Always check the local mains voltage in your area before connecting this appliance.
• You may need to change the voltage selector setting to match the local mains voltage correctly.
• To change the operating voltage, turn the selector switch on the handle with a screwdriver or a small coin to line up the slot in the screw with the correct voltage as shown below:
• IMPORTANT! Always remember to check the voltage setting before use when you have traveled to another country or returned home.
• Incorrect voltage setting will result in permanent damage to the appliance
• For Australia, ensure that the Voltage Selector (6) is set to 220-240V AC.

OPERATION

• Fully unwind the main cable. Make sure the Fan speed switch (4) is in the OFF (0) position.
• Place the appliance on a smooth, flat, dry surface. Plug in and switch on the mains supply.
• Fit the Concentrator if required by pressing it firmly into the Air Outlet.
• The Concentrator can be disassembled if not required, but allow it to cool before removing.
• Adjust to the desired blowing strength:
• Position O —— OFF
• Position —— Low fan speed
• Position —— High fan speed
• Press and hold the cool shot switch (3) to allow temporarily cool air.
• When finished drying or styling, switch the appliance OFF, unplug the appliance, and allow it to cool before putting it down/storing it.

CLEAN THE REAR GRILLE

• If during use, the rear grille becomes clogged or blocked with dust or dirt, remove the rear grille for cleaning.
• Remove dust or dirt by using a dry brush.
• The unit should be cleaned at least once a month.
• Clean the appliance with a soft, slightly damp cloth. Make sure that no moisture has entered the appliance during cleaning.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

• Attention! Turn off the appliance and disconnect the plug from the power outlet before cleaning.
• Attention! Do not use any alcohol, acetone, gasoline, abrasive cleaning agents, etc. to clean the plastic components. Do not use hard brushes or metal objects for cleaning.
• Risk of burning! Do not clean the appliance while still hot.
• Wipe the appliance with a dry cloth.
• Never submerge the appliance in water or let water run over the heating plates or appliance.
• Clean the air suction opening from time to time with a fine brush.

STORAGE

• Store the appliance in a cool, dry location, away from children and pets.
• If the appliance is not used for an extended period, store it preferably in its original packaging.
• After use do not wrap the cord around the appliance as this may cause the cord to fracture. Coil cord loosely by the side of the appliance in storage.

DISPOSAL

• Do not dispose of this product with normal household waste collection. If unsure, contact the local council waste management service for proper disposal facilities available for your area.

TECHNICAL DATA

• Voltage: 110-120V or 220-240V
• Frequency: 50-60Hz
• Power: 1000-1200W or 1400-1600W

12 Month Warranty

• Thank you for your purchase from Kmart.
• Kmart Australia Ltd warrants your new product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period stated above, from the date of purchase, provided that the product is used under accompanying recommendations or instructions where provided. This warranty is in addition to your rights under the Australian Consumer Law.
• Kmart will provide you with your choice of a refund, repair, or exchange (where possible) for this product if it becomes defective within the warranty period. Kmart will bear the reasonable expense of claiming the warranty.
• This warranty will no longer apply where the defect is a result of alteration, accident, misuse, abuse, or neglect.
• Please retain your receipt as proof of purchase and contact our Customer Service Centre on 1800 124 125 (Australia) or 0800 945 995 (New Zealand) or via Customer Help at Kmart.com.au for any difficulties with your product.
• Warranty claims and claims for expenses incurred in returning this product can be addressed to our Customer Service Centre at 690 Springvale Rd, Mulgrave Vic 3170.
• Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage.
• You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.
• For New Zealand customers, this warranty is in addition to statutory rights observed under New Zealand legislation.

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