The ePower2020 eQ hair dryer offers versatile settings for daily styling. The device features a modern design, an ergonomic shape, and clearly arranged controls for comfortable use—whether in the salon or at home.
Before using the appliance for the first time, read the operating instructions in full and familiarise yourself with the appliance.
DANGER! Danger to life due to electric shock and risk of fire and explosion! Contact with energised cables or components can be fatal! Danger to life if the energised device comes into contact with water!
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Ensure that the voltage specification (V) on the rating plate of the appliance matches the mains voltage!
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Do not pull the mains cable over sharp edges, pinch it or allow it to hang down. The mains cable must be protected from heat and moisture. The mains cable must not be stretched or strained.
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The mains cable must not touch any hot parts of the appliance!
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Always switch off the appliance after use!
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Only insert the mains plug into the socket when the appliance is switched off!
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Never wrap the mains cable around the appliance!
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Always disconnect the mains plug when cleaning the appliance, in the event of malfunctions or when the appliance is not in use!
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Do not place the appliance and power cable on hot surfaces such as hobs or similar and do not place them in the direct vicinity of naked flames!
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Check that the appliance is in perfect condition before each start-up; it must not be put into operation if - it is not working properly - the supply cable is damaged - the appliance shows visible signs of damage - the appliance has been dropped - or if it has fallen into water.
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If the mains cable is damaged, it may only be replaced by the manufacturer, its customer service centre or a qualified electrician in order to avoid a hazard!
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Repairs may only be carried out by an authorised service centre or by a qualified electrician using original spare parts.
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Never immerse the appliance in water.
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Do not use this appliance near bathtubs, shower trays or other vessels containing water.
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If the appliance is used in a bathroom, unplug it after use, as proximity to water is a hazard, even if the appliance is switched off.
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Do not pull the mains plug out of the socket by the mains cable or with wet hands!
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To prevent hazardous situations caused by accidental resetting of the thermal cut-out, this appliance must not be connected to an external switching device, such as a timer, an outlet whose power supply is unstable or disconnected, or to a circuit that is regularly switched on and off by the utility company.
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Never use the appliance in environments where there is a high concentration of aerosol (spray) products or where oxygen is released.
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Never spray the appliance with aerosol (spray) products labelled as flammable.
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As an additional safety measure, the installation of a tested residual current device (RCD) with a rated tripping current of no more than 30 mA in the circuit is recommended. Ask your electrician for advice.
DANGER! Danger to life due to magnetic fields! The appliance and accessories contain magnets. These can interfere with the correct functioning of pacemakers, for example, posing a danger to life! - Keep away from pacemakers, defibrillators, credit cards and electronic storage media.
ATTENTION: Observe the following safety instructions to avoid damage and hazards due to improper use:
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This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and/or knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children must not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance must not be carried out by children without supervision.
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The appliance is not a toy!
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Never carry the appliance by the cable!
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The appliance becomes hot during use.
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Please avoid skin contact with the hot attachment nozzles!
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Never place the appliance on soft cushions or blankets during operation!
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To avoid damaging the hair, never hold the air outlet too close to the hair!
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Never hold the air outlet too close to eyes or skin!
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Do not cover the air intake and outlet openings during operation!
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Switch off the appliance during longer interruptions to the drying process!
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Only use the accessories recommended by the manufacturer.
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The appliance is equipped with overheating protection, which switches the appliance off in the event of overloading (e.g. if the air outlet or intake opening is covered).
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Do not use hairspray or other chemical hair care products that are highly flammable.
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Do not use on dripping wet hair or synthetic hair.
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The appliance is not suitable for styling animal hair.
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Protect the appliance from the effects of the weather, e.g. moisture or direct sunlight! The appliance is not approved for outdoor use.
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Do not use the appliance to heat a room.
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The appliance is not suitable for cleaning in a dishwasher!
DANGER! Risk of suffocation!
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Packaging materials such as foil bags should not be left in the hands of children.
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Only use the accessories supplied.
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If the appliance is defective, never attempt to repair it yourself, as improper repairs can cause considerable danger to the user.
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If the appliance is damaged, please contact your specialist dealer or the manufacturer.
Intended use This appliance is to be used exclusively for drying and styling human hair. Any other use is not permitted. No liability is accepted for any damage caused by misuse, incorrect operation or improper repair.
WARNING! Risk of burns from hot appliance parts!
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The air outlet, the attachments, the metal ring, the accessory elements and the marked area can become hot during use. Allow to cool down before handling! Parts of the appliance may still be hot even after switching off and cause burns. It is therefore essential to allow the appliance to cool down completely before cleaning.
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Protect the appliance from dust, dirt and lint.
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Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaning agents.
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Only wipe the appliance with a slightly damp cloth and dry with a soft cloth.
Waste from electrical appliances at the end of their service life
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Do not dispose of electrical appliances with household waste. In accordance with European Directive 2012/19/EU on waste electrical and electronic equipment and its transposition into national law, used electrical appliances must be collected separately and recycled in an environmentally friendly manner. Recycling alternative to the return request: The owner of the electrical appliance is obliged to co-operate in the proper recycling in the event of relinquishment of ownership instead of returning it. For this purpose, the old appliance can also be handed over to a collection centre that carries out disposal in accordance with the national Closed Substance Cycle and Waste Management Act. This does not apply to accessories and aids without electrical components that are enclosed with the old appliance. The product packaging consists of recyclable materials. Dispose of it in an environmentally friendly manner and recycle it.
