ROWENTA Veikon Kone Artist Straightner Optiliss Instructions

: June 6, 2024
: Rowenta

Table of Contents

ROWENTA Veikon Kone Artist Straightner Optiliss
Safety instructions
Guarantee
General description
Bringing to service
Maintenance
Troubleshooting
References
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ROWENTA Veikon Kone Artist Straightner Optiliss

Safety instructions

For your safety, this appliance complies with the applicable standards and regulations (Low Voltage Directive, Electromagnetic Compatibility, Environmental…).
The appliance’s accessories become very hot during use. Avoid contact with the skin. Make sure that the supply cord never comes into contact with the hot parts of the appliance.
Check that the voltage of your electricity supply matches the voltage of your appliance. Any
error when connecting the appliance can cause irreparable harm, not covered by the guarantee.
For additional protection, the installation of a residual current device (RCD) having a rated residual operating current not exceeding 30 mA is advisable in the electrical circuit supplying the bathroom. Ask for the installer for advice.
- Burn hazard. Keep appliances 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.
The installation of the appliance and its use must however comply with the standards in force in your country.
WARNING: do not use this appliance near bathtubs, showers, basins or other vessels containing water.
When the appliance is used in a bathroom, unplug it after use since the proximity of water presents a hazard even when the appliance is switched off.
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 the appliance.
This appliance can be used by children aged 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
Stop using your appliance and contact an Authorised Service Centre if:
- your appliance has fallen.
- it does not work correctly.
The appliance is equipped with a heat-sensitive safety device. In the event of overheating (for example if the rear grill is blocked), the dryer will stop automatically: contact the After-Sales Service.
- 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 it 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.

Guarantee

This product has been designed for domestic use only. Any commercial use, inappropriate use or failure to comply with the instructions, the manufacturer accepts no responsibility and the guarantee will not apply

General description

Tongs
Appliance power on light ON/OFF
Thermostat
ON/OFF switch
Straightening plates
Rotating power cord outlet
Power supply cord
Lock System (to lock and unlock the tongs)
IONIC system*

Bringing to service

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Lock System (Fig. 1): To open the clamps, pull the Lock System back. To lock the clamps: close the clamps and push the “Lock System“ to the front.
Plug in the appliance.
Set the ON / OFF switch to position I. (D)
Your appliance will heat up very quickly (ready to use in less than 30 seconds) and the temperature will remain stable throughout use. (Fig. 2)
Select the ideal temperature for your hair using the -/+ buttons (fig. 3): press the – button to reduce the temperature or the + button
to increase it. The temperature indicator flashes until the selected temperature is reached.
After use: Place ON/OFF (D) switch in the stop position (0), close the clamps, use the “Lock System”, unplug the appliance and leave it to cool down completely before putting it away. To help you decide the most suitable straightening temperature for your hair, here’s a guide:
The temperature is displayed in green: from 130°C to 200°C (130 –150 – 170 – 200) for fragile, fine, coloured or discoloured hair.
The temperature is displayed in red: 230°C for healthy, resistant, robust hair.

Note: To avoid any handling error (inadvertently pressing the +/- buttons during use) this appliance is equipped with a locking function.
If you wish to lock your temperature setting during use, press the + or – button for 2 seconds. Your setting is being locked, a padlock appears on the screen. If you wish to change your appliance’s temperature, you will need to unlock it by again pressing the + or – button for 2 seconds. Your setting is being unlocked, the padlock disappears from the screen.
You can change the temperature by pressing the buttons +/-.
Automatic cut out:
For your safety, the appliance will cut out automatically after 60 min. If you wish to turn it on again follow the instructions given in BRINGING TO SERVICE.
Use
How should you straighten your hair?
Hair must be untangled, clean and dry.

Do not use the appliance on synthetic hair (wigs, extensions, etc.).
Form a small lock a few centimetres in width, comb it and place it between the plates. Hold the hair firmly between the plates and slide the appliance slowly from the roots to the tip of the hair.
The ceramic coating on the plates protects your hair against overheating by uniformly spreading the heat.
Wait for the smoothed hair to cool down before styling.

How should you curl, style your hair?
Curling technique:

Place a lock of hair between the plates, at the roots (as if you were straightening your hair). (Fig. 4)
Turn the appliance through a half-turn (180°). (Fig. 5)
Slowly slide the appliance down to the tips of your hair. Remove the appliance, the curl is taking shape. (Fig. 6)

Maintenance

CAUTION! Always unplug your appliance and allow it to cool before cleaning it.

To clean the appliance, unplug it and then wipe with a damp cloth and dry with a dry cloth.

Troubleshooting

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 using the “+” button.
It’s impossible to change the temperature?
Check that the temperature level isn’t locked.
The top plate isn’t static.
This is quite normal, the straightener is fitted with a mobile plate to get better results from your straightener.
The straightener automatically switches itself off after a while:
This is quite normal, this straightener has an automatic switch-off system. Please refer to the paragraph on “automatic switch-off”.

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.obhnordica.com OBH Nordica LIMITED GUARANTEE The Guarantee OBH Nordica guarantees this product against any manufacturing defect in materials or workmanship during 2 years within Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Finland, starting from the initial date of purchase or delivery date. This manufacturer’s commercial guarantee covers all costs related to restoring the proven defective product so that it conforms to its original specifications, through the repair or replacement of any defective part and the necessary labour. At OBHNordicas choice, a replacement product may be provided instead of repairing a defective product. OBH Nordica sole obligation and your exclusive resolution under this guarantee are limited to such repair or replacement.

Conditions & Exclusions
OBH Nordica shall not be obliged to repair or replace any product which is not accompanied by a valid proof of purchase. The defective product may be returned to the store of purchase. This guarantee applies only for products purchased and used for domestic purposes and will not cover any damage which occurs as a result of misuse, negligence, failure to follow OBH Nordica instructions, or a modification or unauthorised repair of the product, faulty packaging by the owner or mishandling by any carrier. It also does not cover normal wear and tears, maintenance or replacement of consumable parts, or the following:

using the wrong type of water or consumable
mechanical damages, overloading
damages or poor results specifically due to wrong voltage or frequency as stamped on the product ID or specification
ingress of water, dust or insects into the product
scaling (any de-scaling must be carried out according to the instructions for use)
damage as a result of lightning or power surges
damage to any glass or porcelain ware in the product
accidents including fire, flood, etc
professional or commercial use

Consumer Statutory Rights
OBH Nordica’s commercial guarantee does not affect the Statutory Rights a consumer may have or those rights that cannot be excluded or limited, nor rights against the retailer from which the consumer purchased the pro-duct. This guarantee gives a consumer specific legal rights, and the consumer may also have other legal rights which vary from Country to Country. The consumer may assert any such rights at his sole discretion. These instructions are also available on our website www.obhnordica.com.
TEFAL – OBH Nordica Group AB
Löfströms Allé 5
SE-172 66 Sundbyberg
Phone: +46 08-629 25 00
www.obhnordica.com