AEG HC 5590 Mode D'emploi page 31

Overview of the Components
1 Lock for angle setting
2 Display, backlit (blue, red, green)
3 "+" button for temperature setting
4 "-" button for temperature setting
5 On / off switch
Before Initial Use
• Remove all the packing materials.
• When the device is switched on for the first time there
may be a slight smell. You should therefore operate the
device for approximately 10 minutes without smoothing
your hair. Ensuring sufficient ventilation!
Adjust Heating Plate Angle
For ergonomic use of the device by right-handed and left-
handed persons, the heating plates can be swiveled up to
30° to the left and the right.
1. Lift the setting ring on the lock for the angle adjustment (1)
and turn it 90° counterclockwise.
2. Swivel the heating plate 15° or 30° to the left or the right.
Use the angles printed on the side for orientation.
3. To fix the heating plates rotate the lock for the angle
adjustment 90° clockwise and press the setting ring down
again.
4. Set the angle of the other heating plate as described in
steps 1 to 3.
Commissioning
1. Fully unwind the mains cable.
2. Insert the plug in a duly installed socket.
3. Press and hold the On / Off button (5) for 3 seconds to
switch the device on.
NOTE:
• The device always starts with the temperature set to
140°C.
• The display (2) shows the current temperature.
4. Select a temperature between 140°C and 200°C:
• With the "-" button you can reduce the temperature
by 10°C each time.
• With the "+" button you can increase the tempera-
ture by 10°C each time.
NOTE:
• The display (2) lights up blue if you increase or decrease
the temperature.
• The display (2) lights up red while the device is heating
up or cooling down.
NOTE:
• The display (2) lights up green as soon as the set tem-
perature is reached.
General Use
• Select the desired temperature as described above.
• The device must be used only for dry hair.
• Take a strand of hair and pull it carefully downwards until
it is taut.
• The remaining hair should be put up or fixed in place.
• Before the halves are pressed together for approx.
5 seconds, we recommend that you ensure that the hair is
positioned correctly. Always begin at the base of the hair
and move the device in the direction of the hair tip.
• In order to produce a uniform appearance it is important
that the next strands fall in one line.
Ionizing function with tourmaline coating –
Reduction of electrically-charged hair
The anti-static effect allows easier hair styling. The hair does
not dry out, it becomes smooth and sparkling.
Switch-off
• Press and hold the On/Off button (5) for 3 seconds to
switch the device off.
• Remove the mains plug.
• Leave the device to cool before putting it away. Place the
device on its side.
Safety Switch-Off
This device features a safety switch-off. In case you forget to
switch the unit off after use, it automatically turns off approx.
60 minutes after the last time a button was pressed.
Cleaning and care
WARNING:
• Before cleaning remove the mains lead from the
socket.
• Under no circumstances should you immerse the
device in water for cleaning purposes. Otherwise this
might result in an electric shock or fire.
CAUTION:
• Do not use a wire brush or any abrasive items.
• Do not use any acidic or abrasive detergents.
• Clean the casing with a soft, dry cloth – without any ad-
ditional cleaning agents.
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