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› Instructions for use
Thank you for purchasing the Straight & Curl. Please read these instructions carefully before using
the product and keep them in a safe place for future reference.
› The product
Name: Carmen Straight & Curl
Model: CR5190
Voltage: 220-240 volt AC
CE compliance:
This appliance complies with EU EMC Directives
2004/108/EC and Low Voltage 2006/95/EC.
› Part of the appliance
a) ON/OFF switch
b) Switch +/– for temperature setting
c) 6 x temperature control lights (red)
d) Lever for curl clip
e) Curl clip
f) Straightening plates
g) Locking disc
h) Stand
i) Handle
› Use in accordance with purpose
The appliance is only intended for straightening and styling human hair.
No liability is accepted for any damage resulting from use for other purposes, faulty operation or
amateur repairs. Guarantee services are also excluded in such cases.
The appliance is not intended for professional purposes!
› Operating Instructions
FIGURES 1 – 9
Preparing the hair
• Wash your hair and dry it well.
• Comb your hair thoroughly. Do not use hairspray or other flammable chemical hair care products.
• Place a hand towel around your neck to prevent the possibility of skin burns.
Switching on the appliance
Note!
During operation or during the cooling phase, place the appliance only on the stand (i).
FIGURES 1 – 3
• Use the locking disc (g) to open the appliance (see fig. 1). Insert the mains plug and switch
on the appliance using the ON/OFF switch (a) (see fig. 2). The temperature control lights 1-3
illuminate immediately, the 4th flashes until the appliance has reached its pre-set temperature
of 160°C (see fig. 3). The pre-set temperature is reached after approx. 1 minute.
Setting the temperature
FIGURE 4
• Select the suitable temperature for your hair type. Notes on this are found in the table below!
Setting lower temperature levels
• Press the "–" key repeatedly on the switch (b) until the required temperature level is set (see
fig. 4a). Minimum temperature 100°C.
Setting higher temperature levels