Hair dryer
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Model No.: RCY-69
Please read this instruction manual before using your product and keep it in a safe place for future reference. If you pass the appliance on to anyone else, please include this manual.
INTRODUCTION
Use this appliance to dry human hair only. Do not use this appliance on artificial hair or animals. The appliance may have different results depending on the hair type. Therefore, we recommend doing a trial at a hidden spot before first use. The hairdryer is not recommended for damaged or bleached hair.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
- Carefully read all instructions before operation and retain them for future reference.
- Do not place near the edge of a bench or table during operation
- Ensure the surface is dry, level, clean, and free of liquid and other substances.
- Do not leave the appliance unattended when in use. Always ensure the appliance is turned OFF by switching OFF and unplugging the appliance from mains power when not in use if left unattended, and before cleaning and storing
- Always keep the appliance clean.
- Fully unwind the cord before use.
- To protect against electric shock, do not immerse the power cord, plug, or appliance in water or any other liquid.
- Do not allow the cord to hang over the edge of the table or bench, touch hot surfaces or become knotted.
- 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 this appliance.
- If the supply cord is damaged DO NOT use it. For electrical safety, any repairs to the product must be carried out by a qualified electrical person only or the product must be disposed of in order to avoid a hazard.
- This product is intended for household use only. Do not use it outdoors or use for commercial purposes.
- NEVER grasp the appliance, power cable, or power plug with wet hands.
- Always remove the power cable from the socket by pulling on the plug; do not pull on the cable itself. Do not carry or lift the appliance with the power cord.
- Do not fold or crush the power cable. Ensure that the power cable does not run over sharp edges.
- Please do not attempt to dismantle the appliance. This appliance has no user-serviceable parts
inside. - When the appliance is used in a bathroom, disconnect from mains power after use.
Since the proximity of water presents a hazard even when the appliance is switched off. - Do not use outdoors or operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.
- For additional protection, the installation of a residual current device (RCD/ Safety switch) having a rated residual operating current not exceeding 30mA is advisable in the electrical circuit supplying the bathroom. If unsure, check with your electrician.
- DANGER OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! Do not insert any foreign objects into the appliance.
- Do not use any accessories not supplied with this product.
- The appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system.
- Always keep the hair away from the rear grille of the appliance. Hair may be sucked into the rear of the appliance causing a blockage.
- Never cover or block the rear grille of the appliance. This may lead to overheating. If the rear grille becomes blocked, stop using the appliance immediately. The rear grille is removable to allow for blockages to be removed.
- Ensure the appliance concentrator nozzle is free from blockages. Unrestricted airflow is required for correct operation and to prevent overheating.
- The concentrator nozzle will become hot if used. Allow it to cool before removing it.
RISK OF FIRE
- Do not leave the appliance unattended when in use.
- To avoid a build-up of heat, NEVER cover the appliance. Do not use the appliance under a blanket or at other poorly ventilated locations
- Avoid the addition of heat from other sources, e.g., from direct sunlight, heating appliances, other devices, etc.
- Do not use an extension cable. In the event of danger, the plug must be quickly and easily accessible.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENT
- Check that the voltage on the rating plate of your appliance corresponds with your house electricity supply which must be 220V-240V AC.
IMPORTANT
- If the supply cord is damaged do not use it. Any repairs to the product must be carried out by qualified electrical person only or the product must be disposed of.
The danger of suffocation! Keep all packaging material away from children. Dispose of the packaging materials in an appropriate way. Contact your local authorities about collection points or waste separation.
PARTS
A. Concentrator
B. Rear grille
C. Cool shot switch
D. Power switch
E. Fan speed switch
F. Cord Guard
BEFORE FIRST USE
- After unpacking the appliance, check for transport damage and that all the parts mentioned in this manual are present. In the event of damaged or missing parts, return the product back to Kmart.
- Do not discard the original box. It can be used for storage and dispatch to avoid transport damage.
- Clean the appliance as described in Cleaning and Care. For your safety make particular attention to the safety instructions supplied in the instructions manual.
SPECIAL FEATURE
- Ionic function
When you use the hairdryer, ions will be produced and released by the airflow. The Ionic Function generates a cloud of negative ions that can help to reduce frizz. Generally, flyaway, frizzy hair bears a positive charge; the negative ions generated can neutralize the positive charge, eliminate static electricity and contribute to shining.
OPERATION
- Fully unwind the mains cable. Make sure the Power switch is in the OFF (0) position.
- Place the appliance on a smooth, flat, dry surface, plug-in, and switch on at the mains power outlet socket.
- Fit the Concentrator if required by pressing it firmly into the Air Outlet.
- The Concentrator can be un-clipped if not required, but allow it to cool before removing it.
- Use the Fan Speed Switch (E) to switch on the hairdryer and set Fan Speed.
- Adjust the Power Switch (D) to the desired temperature:
- Press the cool shot switch (C) to allow temporarily cool air.
- When finished drying or styling, switch the appliance OFF, unplug the appliance and allow it to cool before putting it down/ storing.
UNBLOCKING THE REAR GRILLE
- If during use, the rear grille becomes clogged or blocked with dust or dirt, the rear grille can be removed for cleaning. Remove the rear grille by turning it anti-clockwise
- Remove dust or hair by using a dry brush.
- Clean the rear grille using a dry brush.
- The unit should be cleaned at least once a month
- Clean the appliance with a soft, slightly damp cloth. Make sure that no moisture has entered the appliance during cleaning.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
- Attention! Turn OFF the appliance before cleaning and disconnect the plug from the power outlet.
- Attention! Do not use any alcohol, acetone, gasoline, abrasive cleaning agents, etc. to clean the plastic components. Do not use hard brushes or metal objects for cleaning.
- Risk of burning! Do not clean the appliance while still hot.
- Wipe the appliance with a dry cloth.
- Never submerge the appliance in water or let the water run over the heating plates or appliance.
- Clean the air suction opening from time to time with a fine brush.
STORAGE
- Store the appliance in a cool, dry location, away from children and pets.
- If the appliance is not used for an extended period, store it preferably in its original packaging.
- After use does not wrap the cord around the appliance as in time this may cause the cord to fracture. Coil cord loosely by the side of the appliance for storage.
DISPOSAL
- Do not dispose of this product with normal household waste collection. If unsure, contact the local council waste management service for proper disposal facilities available for your area.
TECHNICAL DATA
Model: RCY-69i
Voltage: 220-240V
Frequency: 50-60Hz
Power: 2000W
12 Month Warranty
Thank you for your purchase from Kmart.
Kmart Australia Ltd warrants your new product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period stated above, from the date of purchase, provided that the product is used in accordance with accompanying recommendations or instructions where provided. This warranty is in addition to your rights under the Australian Consumer Law.
Kmart will provide you with your choice of a refund, repair, or exchange (where possible) for this product if it becomes defective within the warranty period. Kmart will bear the reasonable expense of claiming the warranty. This warranty will no longer apply where the defect is a result of alteration, accident, misuse, abuse, or neglect.
Please retain your receipt as proof of purchase and contact our Customer Service Centre on 1800 124 125 (Australia) or 0800 945 995 (New Zealand) or alternatively, via Customer Help at Kmart.com.au for any difficulties with your product. Warranty claims and claims for expenses incurred in returning this product can be addressed to our Customer Service Centre at 690 Springvale Rd, Mulgrave Vic 3170.
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.
For New Zealand customers, this warranty is in addition to statutory rights observed under New Zealand legislation.
