The result is smooth hair with an intensive, silky shine. Important: Never apply in one place for longer than 2 seconds. Robert Bosch Hausgerate GmbH 1111en 1111en Silicone strips The strand of hair is held in place by the soft, flexible silicone strips and cannot slip out. As a result, hair is easily smoothed or sculpted in a single pass without pressure or sharp tugging on the scalp. The slight resistance of the silicone strips automatically results in the ideal glide speed. The strand is spread smoothly over the heating plates. Changing the silicone strips (Image sequence A) [ Risk of burns! First let the appliance cool down completely. To insert, lay the strip on one side and press it in with your finger, smoothing it into place. The silicone strips are exceptionally durable and hygienic. They can be hand washed when cold as required using a mild detergent solution. The silicone strips are available through customer service: Order numbers Silicone strips, soft 628566 Silicone strips, medium 628567 Silicone strips, hard 628568 Straightening your hair (Image sequence B) The appliance is suitable for both long and short hair. . Comb the hair and section it into even strands (approx. 5cm wide). . Set the locking device to U. . Starting from the roots, place a strand of hair between the plates (Figure a). . Press the plates together and pull down gently and evenly toward the ends of the hair (Figure b). . Treat all strands in the same manner. Allow hair to cool completely before styling. Tip: For shoulder-length hair, each strand should take about 10 seconds. Curling your hair (Image sequence C) Separate dry hair into even sections, roughly 2cm wide. The finer the strand, the tighter the curl. . Hold the hair straightener level, place the strand of hair between the heating plates and close them. . Turn the straightener 180° and wrap the strand once around the upper heating plate. . Press the plates firmly together and pull the straightener down to the ends of the hair at a steady pace. Hold down the section of hair to be straightened using your free hand. . Now open the plates. N.B.: Make sure that the curl is not pulled straight when removing the straightener. Tip for a longer lasting hair style: Roll up the curl when it’s still hot and fix with a hair clip until cool. For more information on Bosch styling, visit PHS 9460 02/2013 1212 en 1212 en Permanent ionisation This hair straightener has an ionic generator that is always active. The LED display 5 for ionisation comes on constantly. The hair can become electrostatically charged from combing, the use of hair care products or friction caused by the heating plates. The ions generated (natural electrically loaded particles) reduce this charging and make the hair easier to manage. Your hair is smoother and more glossy, the colour more vibrant. Automatic shut-off For safety reasons this appliance is equipped with an automatic shut-off function. . The appliance switches off automatically approx. 70 minutes after it was switched on or after the temperature selector 3 was adjusted for the last time. The display will go dark. Note: Use the on/off switch 2 to switch the appliance back on. Cleaning andmaintenance . Danger of electric shock! Allow the appliance to cool and unplug it before cleaning. Never submerse the appliance in water. Do not use a steam cleaner. Wipe off the appliance with a damp cloth and dry off with a clean, dry cloth. Do not use strong or abrasive cleansers. Wash the silicone strips by hand as required using a mild detergent solution. Storage Allow the appliance to cool and unplug it before storage. Disposal A Dispose of packaging in an environmentally- friendly manner. This appliance is labelled in accordance with European Directive 2012/19/EG concerning used electrical and electronic appliances (waste electrical and electronic equipment – WEEE). The guideline determines the framework for the return and recycling of used appliances as applicable throughout the EU. Please ask your specialist retailer about current disposal facilities. Guarantee The guarantee conditions for this appliance are as defined by our representative in the country in which it is sold. Details regarding these conditions can be obtained from the dealer from whom the appliance was purchased. The bill of sale or receipt must be produced when making any claim under the terms of this guarantee. Changes reserved. Technical data Power connection 220 – 240 V (voltage/frequency) 50 /60 Hz Heater wattage 31 W Robert Bosch Hausgerate GmbH 1313fr 1313fr Consignes de securite Lire attentivement ce mode d’emploi, s’y conformer lors de l’utilisation et le conserver ! Veuillez joindre ce mode d’emploi si vous passez l’appareil a quelqu’un d’autre. Cet equipement est destine a un usage domestique ou de type domestique et non pas a une utilisation professionnelle. Les utilisations de type domestique englobent par exemple le fonctionnement de la machine dans l...