Anko BY-696 Pixie Straightener
Introduction
Use this appliance to straighten 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 hair straightener is not recommended for damaged or bleached hair.
Safety Instructions
- Carefully read all instructions before operation and retain 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 keep the appliance clean.
- Fully unwind the cord before use.
- Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with this appliance.
- This product is intended for household use only.
- Do not use it outdoors, for commercial or industrial 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 hold or carry the appliance with the power on.
- 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.
- For the cleaning and maintenance, please refer to the “CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE” section.
- Keep the appliance out of reach of young children, particularly during use and cool-down.
- When the appliance is connected to the power supply, never leave it unattended.
- Always place the appliance with the stand, if any, on a heat-resistant, stable flat surface.
Electrical Requirement
Check that the voltage on the rating plate of your appliance corresponds with your house electricity supply, which must be A.C.
- The plug removed from the mains lead, if severed, must be destroyed as a plug with a bare flexible cord is hazardous if engaged into a live socket.
- If the supply cord is damaged, do not use it. Any repairs to the product must be carried out by a qualified electrical person only, or the product must be disposed of.
Parts
- LED display Heat plates
- Temperature Up
- Temperature Down
- On/Off switch
- Heat plates
- Plate lock (at the bottom of the handle)
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 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 Maintenance. For your safety, pay particular attention to the safety instructions supplied in the instruction manual.
Operation
The heating plates cool down more slowly than they heat up.
- Fully unwind the supply cord.
- Place the appliance on a smooth, flat, dry surface.
- Connect the power plug to a mains power outlet socket. The display shows “OFF” now.
- Press and hold the ON/OFF switch, and the display will flash 230°C.
- Use temperature setting button (2)/(3) to increase “+”/”-” decrease the plate temperature.
- Set the desired temperature in a range between 130°C and 230°C.
- The display will keep flashing while heating up.
- When a steady display is shown, it means the device has reached the temperature you had set.
- When the appliance is ready, you may start hair styling.
- To begin straightening hair, take a section no more than 4 to 5cm wide.
- Place the hair between the two flat plates, as close as you can near the scalp.
- When you have finished one section, move to another area of hair and repeat the process.
- Allow the hair to cool before combing through.
- After using, turn OFF the appliance. Make sure the power indicator has gone off.
- Unplug the appliance, and put it on a table, Anko BY-696 Pixie Straightener, to allow for cooling.
- Therefore, we recommend doing a trial on a hidden area of your hair before first use.
- This hair straightener is not recommended for use on damaged or bleached hair.
Cleaning & Maintainance
- Turn off the appliance before cleaning and disconnect the plug from the power outlet.
- 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 it is still hot.
- Wipe the appliance with a dry cloth.
- Never submerge the appliance in water or let water run over the heating plates or appliance.
- The heating plates can be cleaned with a slightly damp cloth and a little detergent if necessary. Dry thoroughly after cleaning.
Storage
- Store the appliance in a cool, dry location, away from children and pets.
- If the appliance is not used for an extended Anko BY-696 Pixie Straightener period, store it preferably in its original packaging.
- After use, do not wrap the cord around the appliance, as over time this may cause the cord to fracture.
- Coil the cord loosely by the side of the Anko BY-696 Pixie Straightener appliance in storage.
Technical Data
- Model: BY-696
- Voltage: 220-240V~ 50-60Hz
- Power: 125W
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. a
Warranty
This warranty is in addition to your rights under the Australian Consumer Law. For New Zealand customers, this warranty is in addition to statutory rights observed under New Zealand legislation.
We will provide you with your choice of a refund, repair (where possible) or exchange (availability dependent) for this product if it becomes defective within the warranty period. The business 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 as listed below, for the entity you purchased this product from, for any difficulties with your product.
Customer Service
- Website: https://ankoglobal.com/
- Ph: +1 800-446-2656
FAQs
Q: How long does the straightener take to heat up?
It usually takes 30 to 60 seconds for the gadget to achieve its operating temperature. When it’s ready to use, you can tell thanks to the indication light.
Q: Does this straightener have adjustable heat settings?
While some machines offer several heat levels, others just have one optimal temperature. If there is only one switch on the control panel of your machine, it employs a fixed temperature intended for safe everyday styling.
Q: Can I use the BY-696 on damp hair?
No, in order to avoid heat damage and guarantee optimal performance, the straightener should only be used on dry hair.
Q: Is the straightener safe for very short hair or close-to-scalp styling?
Indeed. Precision styling close to the roots is made possible by its compact design and smaller plates. But, to prevent burns, stay well away from the scalp.
Q: How do I clean the plates?
Indeed. Precision styling close to the roots is made possible by its compact design and smaller plates. But, to prevent burns, stay well away from the scalp.
Q: Can the straightener be used internationally?
With the right plug adaptor, your BY-696 model can be used anywhere in the globe if the label indicates dual voltage (100–240V). Use only in areas that match the voltage indicated on the device if not.
Q: Why does the indicator light stay on while I’m using it?
This is typical. When the device is powered on, the light usually remains on and may flash to show temperature control.