anko Hair Straightener Instruction Manual

: June 7, 2024
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

anko Hair Straightener

Model No.: HS-976

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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.

INTRODUCTION

Use this appliance to straighten 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 to do a trial at a hidden spot before first use. The hair straightener is not recommended for damaged or bleached hair.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Carefully read all instructions before operation and retain 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 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, do not use. Any repairs to the product must be carried out by qualified electrical person only or the product must be disposed of.
This product is intended for household use only. Do not use it outdoors, for commercial industrial purposed.
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 hold or carry the appliance with the power.
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, unplug it 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.

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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 A.C.

IMPORTANT!

The plug removed from the mains lead, if severed, must be destroyed as a plug with bared flexible cord is hazardous if engaged into a live socket.
If the supply cord is damaged do not use. Any repairs to the product must be carried out by qualified electrical person only or the product must be disposed of.

Danger of suffocation! Keep all packaging material away from children.
Dispose of the packaging materials in an appropriate way. Contact your local authorities about collection points or waste separation.

Caution Risk of Burning! The appliance gets very hot during use!
Only touch the handle and switch. Avoid all contact with ears, eyes, face and neck. Never touch the heating tongs.

WARNING: Do not use this appliance near bathtubs, showers, basins or other vessels containing water.

Class II Appliance

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PARTS

anko Hair Straightener Parts

Heat plates 2) Temperature Up
Temperature Down 4) On/Off switch
LCD display 6) Swivel cord

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 make particular attention to the safety instructions supplied in the instructions manual.

OPERATION

WARNING! Never touch the hot heating plates. Always use the handle to hold the hair straightener.

anko Hair Straightener Operation

ATTENTION! The heating plates cool down slower than they heat up.

Fully unwind the supply cord. Make sure the ON/OFF switch is in OFF position.
Place the appliance on a smooth, flat, dry surface.
Connect the power plug to a mains power outlet socket.
Press the ON/OFF switch and the LCD display will light up.
Use temperature setting button (2)/(3) to increase “^”/”v” decrease the plate temperature. Set the desired temperature in a range between 130°C and 230°C.

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The set temperature will keep flashing while heating up. “Ready” will be displayed when the device has reached the temperature you had set.

ATTENTION! The heating plates heat up very fast. It takes approx. 3 minutes to reach max. temperature.

When the appliance is ready, you may start hair styling.
To begin straightening hair, take a section no more than 4 to 5cm wide. Place the hair between the two flat plates, as close as you can near the scalp.
Hold the plates tight for a couple of seconds and slide the straightener in an even motion towards the ends. For best results, hold the hair while smoothing the section.
CAUTION! Do not hold the hair between the plates for more than a couple of seconds as this may damage your hair.
When you have finished one section, move to another area of hair and repeat the process. Allow the hair to cool before combing through.
After using, turn OFF the appliance. Make sure the power indicator has gone off.
Unplug the appliance, and put it on a table to allow for cooling.
CAUTION! Allow to cool before putting it down or storing away.
CAUTION! Always unplug the appliance immediately after use in case of malfunction or before cleaning.
IMPORTANT! The appliance may provide different results depending on the hair type. Therefore, we recommend doing a trial on a hidden area of your hair before first use.
This hair straightener is not recommended for use on damaged or bleached hair.

KEYLOCK

After turning on the hair curler for 10 seconds, it will go into the KEY LOCK state. The LCD will display icon
To unlock the buttons, press and hold the Temperature Setting button for 3 seconds. The icon will go off, denoting that the lock is now released.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

ATTENTION! Turn off the appliance before cleaning and disconnect the plug from the power outlet.
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 it is 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.
The heating plates can be cleaned with a slightly damp cloth and a little detergent if necessary. Dry thoroughly after cleaning.

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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 in time this may cause the cord to fracture. Coil cord loosely by the side of the appliance in storage.

DISPOSAL

Do not dispose 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

Model: HS-976
Voltage: 220-240V~50/60Hz
Power: 46W

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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 in accordance with 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 alternatively, via Customer Help at Kmart.com.au for any difficulties with your product. Warranty claims and claims for expense 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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