Panasonic EH-NA32 Household Nanoe Hair Dryer Instruction Manual

: June 4, 2024
: Panasonic

Table of Contents

Safety precautions
Parts identiﬁcation
Panel effect
How to use the hair dryer
Maintenance of the hair dryer
Troubleshooting
Speciﬁcations
References
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Operating Instructions
(Household) Hair Dryer
Model No. EH-NA32

Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product.
Before operating this unit, please read these instructions completely and save them for future use.
nanoe™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.
A nanoe™ is a nano-sized ion particle coated with water particles.

Safety precautions

To reduce the risk of injury, loss of life, electric shock, ﬁ re, and damage to property, always observe the following safety precautions.
Explanation of symbols
The following symbols are used to classify and describe the level of hazard, injury, and property damage caused when the denotation is disregarded and improper use is performed.

WARNING
Denotes a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death.
CAUTION
Denotes a hazard that could result in minor injury or property damage.
The following symbols are used to classify and describe the type of instructions to be observed.
This symbol is used to alert users to a speciﬁ c operating procedure that must not be performed.
This symbol is used to alert users to a speciﬁ cooperating procedure that must be followed in order to operate the unit safely.
Some parts of the safety precaution illustrations differ from the actual product.

WARNING

Plug and Cord

Do not use with the cord bundled.
– Doing so may cause ﬁ re or electric shock.
Do not damage the cord or plug.
Do not damage, modify, or forcibly bend, pull, or twist the cord. Also, do not place anything heavy on or pinch the cord.
– Doing so may cause electric shock, burn, or ﬁ re due to a short circuit.
Do not use it when the plug or cord is damaged or hot.
– Doing so may cause burn, electric shock, or ﬁ re due to a short circuit.
Never use the appliance if the plug ﬁ ts loosely in a household outlet.
– Doing so may cause burn, electric shock, or ﬁ re due to a short circuit.
Do not connect or disconnect the plug to a household outlet with a wet hand.
– Doing so may cause electric shock or injury.
Do not wrap the cord around the main body when storing.
– Doing so may cause the wire in the cord to break with the load, and may cause electric shock, burn or ﬁre due to a short circuit.
Do not store or use the cord in a twisted state.
– Doing so may cause the wire in the cord to break with the load, leading to electric shock or ﬁ re due to a short circuit.
Disconnect the plug by holding onto it instead of pulling on the cord.
– Failure to do so may cause the wire in the cord to break and may cause burn, electric shock, or ﬁ re due to a short circuit.
Regularly clean the plug to prevent dust from accumulating.
– Failure to do so may cause ﬁ re due to insulation failure caused by humidity.
Disconnect the plug and wipe with a dry cloth.
Always turn off the power switch and disconnect the plug from the household outlet after use.
– Failure to do so may cause ﬁ re or burn.
Use the household outlet alone: do not use it with an extension cord.
Fully insert the plug.
Always ensure the appliance is operated on an electric power source matched to the rated voltage indicated on the appliance.
– Failure to do so may cause ﬁ re or electric shock.
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.
– Failure to do so may cause an accident or injury.
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 your installer for advice.
– Failure to do so may cause an accident or injury.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly qualiﬁ ed persons in order to avoid a hazard.
– Failure to do so may cause an accident or injury.

In case of an abnormality or malfunction

Immediately stop using it and remove the plug if there is any abnormality or malfunction.
– Failure to do so may cause ﬁ re, electric shock, or injury.

• Air is not emitted • Unit stops sporadically • Interior becomes red hot and smoke is emitted – Immediately request inspection or repair at an authorized service center.

Maintenance
When you see sparks around the air outlet while using the hot air setting, stop use and remove the lint on the air outlet and air inlet.
– Failure to do so may cause burn or ﬁ re.
This appliance

Do not block or insert hair pins or other foreign objects into the air inlet, air outlet, or nanoe™ outlet.
– Doing so may cause ﬁ re, electric shock, or burn.
Do not leave the area with the power switch left on.
– Doing so may cause ﬁ re.
Do not use in proximity of ﬂ ammable materials (such as alcohol, benzine, thinner, spray, hair care product, or nail polish remover).
– Doing so may cause an explosion or ﬁ re.
Never modify, disassemble, or repair.
– Doing so may cause ignition or injury due to abnormal operation.
Contact an authorized service center for repair.
Do not store within the reach of children or infants.
Do not let them use it.
– Doing so may cause burn, electric shock, or injury.
This appliance is not designed for commercial use, and is not intended for use without appropriate maintenance.
– Doing so may cause a burn or ﬁ re due to a continuous load or overload.
Do not store the appliance in a bathroom or location with high humidity. Also, do not place in a location where water may spill (such as top of vanity).
– Doing so may cause an explosion or ﬁ re.

Do not immerse the appliance in water.
Do not use the appliance near water.
Do not use the appliance near bathtubs, showers, basins, or other vessels containing water.
– Doing so may cause electric shock or ﬁ re.
This symbol with a prohibition sign in red on the appliance means “Do not use this appliance near water”.

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.
– Failure to do so may cause an accident or injury.

CAUTION

To protect your hair

Do not use with the air inlet damaged.
– Your hair may get tangled in the air inlet, which could damage the hair.

Be sure to keep a distance of over 3 cm between the air outlet and your hair.
– Failure to do so may result in your hair being burned

Be sure to keep your hair at least
10 cm away from the air inlet.
– Your hair may get tangled in the air inlet, which could damage the hair.

Note the following precautions

Do not drop or be subject to shock.
– Doing so may cause electric shock or ignition.
Only use for drying or styling human hair. (Do not use on pets, or to dry clothing, shoes, etc.)
– Doing so may cause ﬁ re or burn.
Do not use on children or infants.
– Doing so may cause burn.
Do not touch the air outlet, set the nozzle, and quick dry the nozzle which will become very hot.
– Doing so may cause burn.
Do not look into the air outlet while in use.
– The hair dryer blows air with dust, etc. possibly resulting in injury.
Never use the appliance with the ﬁ lter removed.
– Your hair may get dangled in the air inlet, which could damage the hair.
Do not wash the ﬁ lter with water.
– Doing so may cause ﬁ re or electric shock.
During use or when unfolding or folding the handle, do not touch the shaded area as shown in ﬁgures below.
– Failure to do so may cause ﬁ nger injury.

Notes
This hair dryer is equipped with an automatic overheating protective device. If the hair dryer overheats, it will switch to cold air mode. Switch off the hair dryer and unplug it from the household outlet. Allow it to cool down for a few minutes before using it again. Check that no ﬂuff, hair etc. is in the air inlets and outlets before switching it on again.
You may notice a characteristic odor when using this hair dryer. This is caused by the ozone it generates and is not harmful to the human body.

Parts identiﬁcation

A Air outlet
B Set nozzle
C nanoe™ outlet
D nanoe™ lamp
E Air inlet
F Air inlet grille
G Filter
Make sure to attach the ﬁ lter to the air inlet when using the hair dryer.
H nanoe™ switch
: On
: Off
I Panel
J Handle
K Cord
L Plug
The shape of the plug differs depending on the area.
M Power switch
: Dry (Strong airﬂ ow)
: Set (Gentle airﬂ ow)
: Off
N Temperature selector
: Hot (Hot airﬂ ow)
: Heat protection (Warm airﬂ ow)
: Cool (Cool airﬂ ow)
O Quick-dry nozzle

About nanoe™
What is nanoe™
nanoe™ is generated by collecting the available moisture in the air, so depending on the usage environment, nanoe™ may not be generated. In environments of low temperature and low humidity, moisture in the air becomes difﬁcult to collect. When this occurs, negative ions are generated. nanoe™ is an ion wrapped in water that is invisible to the human eye.

Panel effect

Just by grasping the panel along with the handle, more nanoe™ is attracted to your hair.

Note
Results of nanoe™ on hair vary according to the individual, and the following people may ﬁ nd it hard to experience an effect.
People with curly hair
People with strong wavy hair
People with smooth hair that can be easily set
People who have had a straightening perm within 3 to 4 months
People with short hair

How to use the hair dryer

1 Select whether to have nanoe™ or not with the nanoe™ switch.
2 Select the temperature of the airﬂ ow with the temperature selector.
3 Select the intensity of the airﬂ ow with the main switch.

Set nozzle
For easy styling and blow drying of hair, attach the set nozzle to the hair dryer.
Set nozzle helps to direct the airﬂ ow onto a speciﬁ c area of the hair.
Quick-dry nozzle
For fast blow drying, use the Quick-dry nozzle.
Quick-dry nozzle helps to separate hair stands to dry hair quickly with alternating strong and weak airﬂ ow. About Heat Protection

This mode provides constant and warm temperatures to protect hair and scalp from heat.

Maintenance of the hair dryer

Always turn the power switch off and disconnect the plug from the household outlet. (Except when performing maintenance on the air outlet)

Maintaining the hair dryer

Clean the hair dryer when the hair dryer gets dirty. Clean the housing only with a soft cloth slightly dampened with tap water or soapy tap water.

Notes
Do not use substances such as alcohol, nail
polish remover or detergent (hand soap).
Doing so may result in malfunction or part
cracks or discoloration.
Do not leave the appliance with hairdressing products or cosmetics on it.
Doing so will cause deterioration of the plastic, leading to discoloration and cracks. alcohol polish remover

Maintaining the air outlet

Clean the air outlet once a month.
Scrub to remove any dust, hair, etc. blocking the mesh.

The hair dryer should be plugged into the household outlet only in case of maintenance for the air outlet.
Set the temperature selector to “ ” and the power switch to “ ” for using cool airﬂ ow to blow away the dust, etc., as you scrub with the toothbrush.
Notes
During maintenance, do not block the air inlet with your hands, etc.
During or after the maintenance of the air outlet, dust, etc. may scatter. Ensure that the hair dryer blows no dust, etc. from the air outlet before using. (Do not look into the air outlet.)

Maintaining the nanoe™ outlet

Clean the nanoe™ outlet at least once a month.
In order to maintain the generation amount of nanoe™.

Prepare a commercially available new cotton swab.
Gently insert the swab in the nanoe™ outlet until it stops (about 10 mm), and then turn the cotton swab 2-3 times carefully.

Note
It is easier to clean the nanoe™ outlet with a narrow cotton swab (for example, one intended for babies).

Maintaining the air inlet

Clean the air inlet once a month.

When dust etc. has built up, detach the ﬁ lter from the hair dryer and remove the dust etc. using a toothbrush or vacuum cleaner.
Use a commercially available toothbrush.
1. Pull on the catch on the bottom side of the ﬁ lter to detach.

2. Remove any dust etc. adhered to the ﬁ lter or air inlet grille.

Remove the dust etc. adhered to the outside of the ﬁ lter using a vacuum cleaner. If this does not remove the dust, use your ﬁngers to push the dust, etc. through the ﬁ ne mesh on the internal side towards the metal mesh on the external side, and scrub away carefully with a toothbrush.
Using the toothbrush, carefully scrub away any dust etc. from the internal side of the ﬁ lter.
Using a vacuum cleaner or toothbrush, carefully remove any dust etc. adhered to the air inlet.
Rubbing forcefully with your nails may tear the ﬁ lter, so please use a toothbrush.
3. Attach the ﬁ lter securely, starting with the upper side.
Keep pressing until you hear a “click” from both upper and lower catches.

Troubleshooting

Problem	Possible cause	Action

Sparks can be seen inside the appliance when using [HOT]. (These sparks are caused by the thermostat switch which is the protective device, and are not dangerous.)| Dust is attached to the air inlet or air outlet.| Remove the attached dust. (See pages 11-12.)
Hot air repeatedly turns into cold air.| Hair or something is blocking the air inlet.| Do not block the air inlet.
The hot air is abnormally hot.| | Use an outlet in which the power
plug ﬁ ts snugly.
The power plug is abnormally hot.| The power plug is not ﬁ rmly inserted into the outlet.|
Sparks are generated inside the nanoe™ outlet.| The needle-shaped part located at| Perform maintenance on the nanoe™ outlet. (See page 11.)
A noise (crackling) is heard inside the nanoe™ outlet.| the back of the nanoe™ outlet is dirty.
There is a peculiar smell.| This is because nanoe™ produces a peculiar smell; there is no inﬂuence to your body.
Water droplets ﬂy out from the nanoe™ outlet.| Water droplets occasionally ﬂ y out from when generating nanoe™; this is not an abnormality.

If the problems still cannot be solved, contact the store where you purchased the unit or a service center authorized by Panasonic for repair.