Lava LG-837 Use and care instruction manual
When using electrical appliances, especially when
children are present, basic safety precautions should
always be followed, including the following:
Read all instRuctions befoRe using.
KeeP aWaY fRoM WateR.
dangeR -As with most electrical appliances, electrical parts
are electrically live even when the switch is off.
to reduce the risk of death by electrical shock:
1. Always "unplug it" immediately after using.
2. do not use while bathing.
3. do not place or store appliance where it can fall
or be pulled into tub or sink.
4. do not place in or drop into water or other liquid.
5. If an appliance falls into water, "unplug it" immediately
do not reach into the water.
WaRning -to reduce the risk of burns, electrocution,
fire, or injury to persons:
1. An appliance should never be left unattended
when plugged in.
2. Close supervision is necessary when this
appliance is used by, on, or near children or individuals
with certain disabilities.
3. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described
in this manual.
do not use attachments not
recommended by the manufacturer.
4. Never operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or
plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped
or damaged in any manner or dropped into water.
Return the appliance to a service center for examination
and repair.
5. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
do not wrap the cord around the appliance.
6. never block the air openings of the appliance or place
it on a soft surface, such as a bed or couch, where the
air openings may be blocked. Keep the air openings free
of lint, hair, and the like.
7. never use while sleeping.
8. never drop or insert any object into any opening or hose.
9. do not use outdoors or operate where aerosol (spray)
products are being used or where oxygen is
being administered.
10. do not use an extension cord with this appliance.
11. do not direct hot air toward eyes or other
heat-sensitive areas.
iMPoRtant safetY
instRuctions
saVe tHese
instRuctions
oPeRating instRuctions
This appliance is intended for household use.
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the
other). As a safety feature, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet
one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the
plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not
attempt to defeat this safety feature.
sHocK PRotection Plug (alci)
This hair dryer includes an Appliance Leakage Current Interrupter
(ALCI) plug for your safety.
Should abnormal conditions be detected or if the appliance
is immersed in water the safety plug will trigger and shut the
appliance off.
test alci befoRe eacH use
• PlugALCIintoACelectricaloutlet(ordinaryhousehold
current only)
• PresstheTESTbutton,ifappliancewasonitshouldstop
immediatelyandtheRESETbuttonshouldpopout.
(This confirms proper safety plug operation)
• ToresumeusepresstheRESETbutton.
(see diagram below)
• Ifthesafetyplugtestfailsoriftheapplianceisimmersed
return it immediately for service as instructed in
the warranty.
useR Maintenance instRuctions
Maintenance
This appliance requires no special user maintenance or
lubrication. Should your dryer require cleaning, unplug it first
then simply wipe the outer housing with a damp cloth.
Clean the air intake grille periodically using a soft bristle brush to
avoid dust and lint from accumulating.
Eachtimeyouusetheapplianceuntwistthecordtoavoid
tangling and internal damage.
WaRning: If this appliance malfunctions do not attempt to
repair it yourself. This appliance has no user serviceable parts.
stoRage
After each use unplug the appliance and let it cool; store in
a clean, dry place. Never store it while still hot or plugged
into an outlet.
Never wrap the cord tightly around the unit.
do not hang the
appliance by the power cord and avoid pulling or straining
especially at the point where it enters the unit and at the
plug connection.
12. Attachments may be hot during use. Allow them
to cool before handling.
13. do not place appliance on any surface while it is operating.
14. While using the appliance, keep your hair away from
the air inlets.
16. Be sure dual-voltage selector is in correct voltage position
before operating. Before plugging in, read the information
about dual voltage contained in the instruction section
of this manual.
17. This appliance was set at the factory to operate
at 125 volts. Refer to operating instructions section
of this manual for conversion to 250 volts operation.
iMPoRtant: This appliance is designed with an automatic
thermal limiter which will cycle off when the dryer is over heated
and come back on when cooled down. This may occur when
the air intake or exit openings are partially blocked. Should this
occur turn the dryer off, clear any blockage and clean the air
intake screen. Allow dryer to cool for a few minutes and return to
normal operation.
caution: do not block the air intake or outlet openings
or place the appliance down while it is operating.
to add and ReMoVe attacHMents
(see diagram a on other side)
dRYing/stYling tiPs
• Beginbytoweldryinghairtoremoveexcesswater.
• Forlongerorthickhair,usethewide-toothcombattachment
to untangle as you dry.
• Whenhairisclosetodry,selectalowerheatandspeed
and use the fine-tooth or the brush attachments to smooth
and style to your preference.
• Ifyouprefernottousetheattachments,separatehairinto
sections and start drying each section using the higher
heat and speed settings. Be sure to continuously move the
dryer and avoid directing airflow on any one area for an
extended period of time.
Test button
Reset button
dual Voltage instRuctions
Before you attempt to change the
voltage setting, be sure the power
switchisintheOFFposition.
ForuseintheU.S.A.,thevoltage
selector switch should be placed
inthe125voltposition.Forusein
several countries overseas, the
voltage selector may need to be
placed in the 250 volt position.
Confirm the voltage available at each
overseas location before using the
appliance.Forconnectiontoa250
volt supply, use an attachment plug adapter of the proper
configuration for the power supply receptacle.
To change the voltage use a screwdriver or coin and turn the
selector so the arrow slot is pointing at the required voltage.
When using at 250 volts, the appliance will only operate with
the switch in the “Low” position. At this setting the appliance
is actually operating at “HI” speed and heat.
do not try to use the appliance in the “HI” setting when
operating at 250 volts.
Hi
Low
Off
250V 125V
POWER SWITCH
VOLTAGE SELECTOR