[. . . ] · WARNING: Do not use this appliance near bathtubs, showers, basins or other vessels containing water. · WARNING: To provide you with better performance, this straightener has extreme heat capabilities. [. . . ] Ask your installer for advice. Electromagnetic fields (EMF) This appliance complies with all standards regarding electromagnetic fields (EMF). If handled properly and according to the instructions in this user manual, the appliance is safe to use based on scientific evidence available today. Environment Do not throw away the appliance with the normal household waste at the end of its life, but hand it in an official collection point for recycling. By doing this, you help to preserve the environment. 2 Straighten your hair Ensure that you select a temperature setting that is suitable for your hair. Always select a low setting when you use the straightener for the first time. Hair Type Coarse, curly, hard-to-straighten Temperature Setting Mid to High (170 ºC and above) Fine, medium-textured or softly waved Low to Mid (160 ºC and below) Pale, blonde, bleached or color-treated Low (Below 160 ºC) 1 Connect the plug to a power supply socket. 3 Press and hold the On/Off button ( ) until the display screen lights up. 4 Press the ( ) or ( ) to select a suitable temperature setting for your hair. » When the straightening plates have heated up to the selected temperature setting, the stable indication "READY" ( ) is displayed. 5 The ion function activates when the appliance is switched on, which provides additional shine and reduces frizz. » The ion indicator ( ) is displayed. » When the function is on, a special odor may be smelt and a sizzling noise may be heard, which is normal and caused by the ions that are generated. [. . . ] 13 Press either the button ( ) or the button ( ) again to exit the touch-up function and the previous straightening temperature setting appears. You can also hang it with the hanging loop ( ) or store it in the supplied pouch. 3 Guarantee and service If you need information e. g. [. . . ]