ton (4). For 20 seconds, the appliance will heat up to the maximum temperature with the backlight flashing [D]. Afterwards, the appliance switches back to the previously selected temperature. Safety auto off: For safety reasons, the appliance automatically switches off after 30 minutes. Five minutes prior to switching off, the display shows «Auto off» [E] along with a red/green flashing backlight. If you want to keep on straightening, simply press the «on/off» button (6) again shortly. Memory function: In order to make your styling session as convenient and quick as possible, the appliance stores your last personalised settings for the next usage. Getting started Connect the appliance to an electrical outlet and push the «on/off» button (6) for 1 second to turn it on. During heat-up, the display turns red. The appliance is delivered with a default temperature setting of 160 °C. The thermometer symbol is flashing as long as the displayed temperature is not reached. [A] After approx. 30 seconds, the display turns green indicating that the minimum styling temperature is reached. You can start using the appliance. As soon as the preset temperature is reached, the thermometer symbol stops flashing [B]. Styling Preparation Make sure your hair is completely dry before using the appliance. First, comb your hair through with a wide toothed comb to remove tangles [G]. Section your hair off. Starting close to the roots, take a thin section of hair (strands of 3–4 cm maximum) and clamp it firmly between the styling plates [H]. How to straighten your hair Gently run the straightener through the entire length of the hair, slowly and steadily, from roots to the ends [I] without stopping for longer than 2 seconds. This will ens...