Braun C 31S User Manual
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Our products are engineered to meet the
highest standards of quality, functionality
and design. We hope you thoroughly
enjoy your new Braun appliance.
highest standards of quality, functionality
and design. We hope you thoroughly
enjoy your new Braun appliance.
IMPORTANT
Please read the entire use instructions
booklet carefully before use.
Please read the entire use instructions
booklet carefully before use.
Important Safeguards
DANGER: CONTAINS BUTANE.
EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE. CONTENTS
UNDER PRESSURE.
EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE. CONTENTS
UNDER PRESSURE.
Caution
Do not expose to temperatures of more
than 50 °C or 120 °F (for instance: glove
compartment of cars), or direct sunlight
for long periods of time.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Do not allow the appliance to become
wet.
When starting the appliance please
ensure that it is held away from the
hair, face and clothing. Do not start the
appliance while it is in the hair in order
to avoid damage to the hair.
Only use on hair that has been dried.
Do not use hair spray during styling.
If using aerosol sprays or flammable
liquids before styling your hair, allow five
minutes before turning the styling iron
on to let flammable vapors disperse.
Use Braun energy cells only.
Energy cell contains flammable butane
gas under pressure.
Keep away from sparks and flames
(burning cigarettes as well). Do not
smoke while using or refilling.
Avoid touching the hot parts of the
product.
When hot, do not place on surfaces
which are not heat resistant.
When using the steam function, be
aware the steam is hot. When applying
it to your hair, please use at a safe
distance away from the scalp.
Do not take apart, puncture or
incinerate.
If the appliance is damaged, stop using
it immediately. For repairs refer to
authorized Braun Service Centers only.
than 50 °C or 120 °F (for instance: glove
compartment of cars), or direct sunlight
for long periods of time.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Do not allow the appliance to become
wet.
When starting the appliance please
ensure that it is held away from the
hair, face and clothing. Do not start the
appliance while it is in the hair in order
to avoid damage to the hair.
Only use on hair that has been dried.
Do not use hair spray during styling.
If using aerosol sprays or flammable
liquids before styling your hair, allow five
minutes before turning the styling iron
on to let flammable vapors disperse.
Use Braun energy cells only.
Energy cell contains flammable butane
gas under pressure.
Keep away from sparks and flames
(burning cigarettes as well). Do not
smoke while using or refilling.
Avoid touching the hot parts of the
product.
When hot, do not place on surfaces
which are not heat resistant.
When using the steam function, be
aware the steam is hot. When applying
it to your hair, please use at a safe
distance away from the scalp.
Do not take apart, puncture or
incinerate.
If the appliance is damaged, stop using
it immediately. For repairs refer to
authorized Braun Service Centers only.
1 Description
A Energy supply / start switch
«0» = off
«1» = on
«start» = ignition
B Ready indicator dot
C Ignition window
D Water reservoir for steam function
E Tong
F Release button for handle
G Handle (two sizes available)
H Butane level indicator
I Protective cover with safety lock
J Styling brush
C Ignition window
D Water reservoir for steam function
E Tong
F Release button for handle
G Handle (two sizes available)
H Butane level indicator
I Protective cover with safety lock
J Styling brush
2 Inserting or changing the
Braun «energy cell»
This appliance can be used with either the
short handle for styling on-the-go or the
long handle for use at home. The short
handle accommodates the small energy
cell (a), while the large energy cell (b) fits
into the long handle.
short handle for styling on-the-go or the
long handle for use at home. The short
handle accommodates the small energy
cell (a), while the large energy cell (b) fits
into the long handle.
The energy supply must be switched off
(switch (A) to position «0»).
Press the release button (F) and pull off
the handle (G).
Insert a Braun energy cell into the
handle as shown (arrow pointing
upwards). With the energy cell in place,
push the handle onto the appliance until
it snaps into place.
The handle is provided with a butane
level indicator (H) that shows the
amount of fluid remaining in the cell.
(switch (A) to position «0»).
Press the release button (F) and pull off
the handle (G).
Insert a Braun energy cell into the
handle as shown (arrow pointing
upwards). With the energy cell in place,
push the handle onto the appliance until
it snaps into place.
The handle is provided with a butane
level indicator (H) that shows the
amount of fluid remaining in the cell.
Only use Braun energy cells. These are
available from the retailer where this
appliance was purchased, as well as from
authorized Braun Service Centers.
available from the retailer where this
appliance was purchased, as well as from
authorized Braun Service Centers.
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The energy cells can be inserted or
removed at any time, even if they are only
partially filled.
removed at any time, even if they are only
partially filled.
3 Filling the water reservoir
for the steam function
a) Pull the transparent water reservoir (D)
off the appliance as shown.
b) Remove the long plug by turning it as
indicated.
c) Fill the reservoir with water (tap water
only).
d) Replace the plug.
e) Re-insert the water reservoir until it
e) Re-insert the water reservoir until it
snaps into place.
f) A full water reservoir will last for
approximately 50 steam shots.
4 Switching on
a) To start the energy supply slide switch
(A) up to position «1». Wait three to
four seconds.
Continue to slide switch (A) further up
to the «start» position until you hear a
click.
The appliance will now start heating
up.
four seconds.
Continue to slide switch (A) further up
to the «start» position until you hear a
click.
The appliance will now start heating
up.
b) Remove your finger from the switch
and let the switch slide back to
position «1».
position «1».
c) The ignition window (C) illuminates to
show that the appliance has ignited
and is heating up. In the unlikely case
that it does not heat up, make sure
that switch (A) is on position «1» and
push it up to «start» again.
and is heating up. In the unlikely case
that it does not heat up, make sure
that switch (A) is on position «1» and
push it up to «start» again.
d) After approximately two to three
minutes, the ready indicator dot (B)
turns dark to indicate that the
appliance has heated up and is ready
for use.
turns dark to indicate that the
appliance has heated up and is ready
for use.
5 Steaming
To add steam to a section of hair, press
down the rubber top of the water reservoir
for approximately two to three seconds
(you will feel a click). Steam will be
released from the openings in the tong,
giving the hair just the required amount of
natural moisture for gentler styling and
longer-lasting results.
down the rubber top of the water reservoir
for approximately two to three seconds
(you will feel a click). Steam will be
released from the openings in the tong,
giving the hair just the required amount of
natural moisture for gentler styling and
longer-lasting results.
After use
Switch off the appliance by sliding switch
(A) back to position «0».
After use, always empty the water
reservoir (D). Otherwise drops of water
may get into the appliance and affect the
heat-up process. After the water has
dried out the appliance will work normally
again.
Switch off the appliance by sliding switch
(A) back to position «0».
After use, always empty the water
reservoir (D). Otherwise drops of water
may get into the appliance and affect the
heat-up process. After the water has
dried out the appliance will work normally
again.
Cleaning
Make sure the appliance is switched off
and cooled down. Never immerse the
appliance in water.
The tong and the handle can be cleaned
with a soft damp cloth only.
The styling brush and the protective cover
can be cleaned in warm, soapy water.
Make sure the appliance is switched off
and cooled down. Never immerse the
appliance in water.
The tong and the handle can be cleaned
with a soft damp cloth only.
The styling brush and the protective cover
can be cleaned in warm, soapy water.
Storage
After use or cleaning, always place the
heat-resistant protective cover (I) on the
appliance to ensure that the appliance is
not switched on unintentionally.
After use or cleaning, always place the
heat-resistant protective cover (I) on the
appliance to ensure that the appliance is
not switched on unintentionally.
Subject to change without notice.
Air Travel
International Air Transport Association
Regulations permit passengers and crew
members to carry one Braun styling iron
aboard commercial aircraft. It may be
carried in either checked or carry-on
baggage provided that the protective
cover is securely placed over the styling
iron’s heating surface. Cordless styling
irons must not be used on board the
aircraft at any time. Extra refills (Braun
energy cells) are not permitted in either
checked or carry-on luggage.
International Air Transport Association
Regulations permit passengers and crew
members to carry one Braun styling iron
aboard commercial aircraft. It may be
carried in either checked or carry-on
baggage provided that the protective
cover is securely placed over the styling
iron’s heating surface. Cordless styling
irons must not be used on board the
aircraft at any time. Extra refills (Braun
energy cells) are not permitted in either
checked or carry-on luggage.
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