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Our products are engineered to meet the highest standards of quality, functionality and design. We hope you thoroughly enjoy your new Braun appliance.
IMPORTANT
Please read the entire use instructions booklet carefully before use.
Important Safeguards
DANGER: CONTAINS BUTANE. EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE. CONTENTS UNDER PRESSURE.
Caution
•Do not expose to temperatures of more than 50 °C or 120 °F (for instance: glove compartment of cars), or direct sunlight for long periods of time.
•Keep out of the reach of children.
•Do not allow the appliance to become wet.
•When starting the appliance please ensure that it is held away from the hair, face and clothing. Do not start the appliance while it is in the hair in order to avoid damage to the hair.
•Only use on hair that has been dried.
•Do not use hair spray during styling. If using aerosol sprays or flammable liquids before styling your hair, allow five minutes before turning the styling iron on to let flammable vapors disperse.
•Use Braun energy cells only.
•Energy cell contains flammable butane gas under pressure.
•Keep away from sparks and flames (burning cigarettes as well). Do not smoke while using or refilling.
•Avoid touching the hot parts of the product.
•When hot, do not place on surfaces which are not heat resistant.
•When using the steam function, be aware the steam is hot. When applying it to your hair, please use at a safe distance away from the scalp.
•Do not take apart, puncture or incinerate.
•If the appliance is damaged, stop using it immediately. For repairs refer to authorized Braun Service Centers only.
1 Description
AEnergy supply / start switch «0» = off
«1» = on
«start» = ignition
BReady indicator dot
CIgnition window
DWater reservoir for steam function
ETong
FRelease button for handle
GHandle (two sizes available)
HButane level indicator
IProtective cover with safety lock
JStyling brush
2Inserting or changing the Braun «energy cell»
This appliance can be used with either the short handle for styling on-the-go or the long handle for use at home. The short handle accommodates the small energy cell (a), while the large energy cell (b) fits into the long handle.
•The energy supply must be switched off (switch (A) to position «0»).
•Press the release button (F) and pull off the handle (G).
•Insert a Braun energy cell into the handle as shown (arrow pointing upwards). With the energy cell in place, push the handle onto the appliance until it snaps into place.
•The handle is provided with a butane level indicator (H) that shows the amount of fluid remaining in the cell.
Only use Braun energy cells. These are available from the retailer where this appliance was purchased, as well as from authorized Braun Service Centers.
The energy cells can be inserted or removed at any time, even if they are only partially filled.
3Filling the water reservoir for the steam function
a)Pull the transparent water reservoir (D) off the appliance as shown.
b)Remove the long plug by turning it as indicated.
c)Fill the reservoir with water (tap water only).
d)Replace the plug.
e)Re-insert the water reservoir until it snaps into place.
f)A full water reservoir will last for approximately 50 steam shots.
4 Switching on
a)To start the energy supply slide switch
(A) up to position «1». Wait three to four seconds.
Continue to slide switch (A) further up to the «start» position until you hear a click.
The appliance will now start heating up.
b)Remove your finger from the switch and let the switch slide back to position «1».
c)The ignition window (C) illuminates to show that the appliance has ignited and is heating up. In the unlikely case that it does not heat up, make sure that switch (A) is on position «1» and push it up to «start» again.
d)After approximately two to three minutes, the ready indicator dot (B) turns dark to indicate that the appliance has heated up and is ready for use.
5 Steaming
To add steam to a section of hair, press down the rubber top of the water reservoir for approximately two to three seconds (you will feel a click). Steam will be released from the openings in the tong, giving the hair just the required amount of natural moisture for gentler styling and longer-lasting results.
After use
Switch off the appliance by sliding switch
(A) back to position «0».
After use, always empty the water reservoir (D). Otherwise drops of water may get into the appliance and affect the heat-up process. After the water has dried out the appliance will work normally again.
Cleaning
Make sure the appliance is switched off and cooled down. Never immerse the appliance in water.
The tong and the handle can be cleaned with a soft damp cloth only.
The styling brush and the protective cover can be cleaned in warm, soapy water.
Storage
After use or cleaning, always place the heat-resistant protective cover (I) on the appliance to ensure that the appliance is not switched on unintentionally.
Subject to change without notice.
Air Travel
International Air Transport Association Regulations permit passengers and crew members to carry one Braun styling iron aboard commercial aircraft. It may be carried in either checked or carry-on baggage provided that the protective cover is securely placed over the styling iron’s heating surface. Cordless styling irons must not be used on board the aircraft at any time. Extra refills (Braun energy cells) are not permitted in either checked or carry-on luggage.