Panasonic EH-NA9K Hair Dryer

Safety Precautions

To reduce the risk of electric shock, injury, fire, loss of life, and damage to property, always observe the following safety precautions.

Explanation of Symbols

⚠️ WARNING: Denotes a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death.

❗ CAUTION: Denotes a hazard that could result in minor injury or property damage.

The following symbols are used to classify and describe the type of instructions to be observed:

?: This symbol is used to alert users to a specific operating procedure that must not be performed.

❗: This symbol is used to alert users to a specific operating procedure that must be followed in order to operate the unit safely.

The illustrations in the safety precautions may differ from the actual item.

WARNING: Plug and Cord

• Do not use the appliance when the cord is tied. Doing so may cause electric shock or fire.
• Do not damage or modify, or forcefully bend, pull or twist the plug or cord. Also, do not place anything heavy on or pinch the plug or cord. Doing so may cause burning, electric shock, or fire due to a short circuit.
• If the cord or the plug is damaged or getting hot, do not use it. Doing so may cause burning, electric shock, or fire due to a short circuit.
• If the plug fits loosely in a household outlet, do not use it. Doing so may cause burning, electric shock, or fire due to a short circuit.
• Do not connect or disconnect the plug to or from a household outlet with a wet hand. Doing so may cause electric shock or injury.
• Do not wrap the cord around the main body and handle when storing. Doing so may cause breakage of the cord, or result in burning, electric shock, or fire due to a short circuit.

WARNING: Appliance Usage

• Do not store or use the cord in a twisted state. Doing so may cause breakage to the wire in the cord, leading to electric shock or fire due to a short circuit.
• Always unplug the appliance by holding the plug instead of the cord. Failure to do so may cause breakage of the cord, or result in burning, electric shock, or fire due to a short circuit.
• Regularly clean the plug to prevent dust from accumulating. Failure to do so may cause fire due to insulation failure caused by humidity. Disconnect the plug and wipe it with a dry cloth.
• After using the appliance, be sure to set the power switch to [ O ], and unplug the appliance from the household outlet. Failure to do so may cause burning or fire.
• Fully insert the plug. Always ensure the appliance is operated on an electric power source matched to the rated voltage indicated on the appliance. Independently use a household outlet, and do not use an extension cord. Failure to do so may cause electric shock or fire.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard. Failure to do so may cause an accident or injury.

In Case of an Abnormality or Malfunction

• Immediately stop using and remove the plug if there is any abnormality or malfunction. Failure to do so may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.
• Abnormality or failure cases:
  • Air is not emitted.
  • The appliance stops sporadically.
  • The interior gets red, and smoke comes out.
  • The main body is damaged or deformed, and a noise is heard from the inside.
• Immediately contact a service center authorized by Panasonic.

Maintenance Notes

• When the appliance emits hot air, if sparks are seen at the air outlet, immediately stop using it, and then clear away dust adhered to the air outlet and air inlet. Failure to do so may cause burning or fire.

Additional Safety Precautions

WARNING: Appliance Usage

• Do not block or insert hair pins or other foreign objects into the air inlet, air outlet, nanoe™ outlet or mineral ion outlet. Doing so may cause burning, electric shock, or fire.
• Do not leave the appliance when the power switch is on. Doing so may cause fire.
• Do not use the appliance near gas or other flammable materials (such as alcohol, benzine, thinner, spray, hair care appliance, and nail polish remover.). Doing so may cause an explosion or fire.
• Do not modify, disassemble or repair the appliance by yourself. Doing so may cause fire or injury due to abnormal action. Contact a service center authorized by Panasonic for repairing when necessary.
• Do not store within the reach of children or infants. Children and infants should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. Doing so may cause electric shock or injury.

• Do not use in wet or damp places like bathroom. Do not place or store the unit at places adjacent to the sink, water, or other highly humid places. Doing so may cause an explosion or fire.
• Do not use the appliance with a wet hand. Doing so may cause electric shock or fire due to a short circuit.
• This appliance is not designed for commercial use, and is not intended for use without appropriate maintenance. Doing so may cause burn or fire due to a continuous load or overload.
• Do not immerse the appliance in water. Do not use the appliance near water. Do not use the appliance near bathtubs, showers, basins or other vessels containing water. Doing so may cause electric shock or fire.

? This symbol with prohibition sign in red on the appliance means "Do not use this appliance near water."

WARNING: General Safety

• Stop using the appliance immediately when you feel pain or abnormality in your skin or any other parts of your body. Failure to do so may result in skin or physical injury.
• The installation site of the socket connected to the appliance must ensure the appliance is still out of reach on condition that the power cord and handle portion are completely extended when having a bath or shower. Doing so may cause electric shock or fire.
• For additional protection, it is suggested to install a residual current device (RCD) with a rated residual operating current of 30 mA or lower in the power supply system of the bathroom. Ask your installer for advice. Failure to do so may cause an accident or injury.
• When the appliance is used in a bathroom, unplug it after use since the proximity of water presents a hazard even when the appliance is switched off. Failure to do so may cause suffocation of infants or other accidents.

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. Failure to do so may cause an accident or injury.

CAUTION: To Protect Your Hair

• Do not use the appliance when the air inlet is damaged. Doing so may cause your hair to be drawn into the air inlet and thus result in hair damage.
• Keep a distance of over 3 cm between the air outlet and your hair. Failure to do so may cause burning to your hair. [Diagram: Shows 3 cm distance from outlet to hair.]
• Keep a distance of over 10 cm between the air inlet and your hair. Failure to do so may cause your hair to be drawn into the unit and thus result in hair damage. [Diagram: Shows 10 cm distance from inlet to hair.]

Precautions and Parts Identification

CAUTION: General Precautions

• Do not drop the appliance or subject it to shock. Doing so may cause electric shock or fire.
• Be sure to use the appliance to dry and style your hair only. Do not use the unit on pets or to dry shoes and clothes. Failure to do so may cause burning or fire.
• Do not use the unit on infants. Doing so may cause burning.
• During use, the air outlet may get hot. Do not touch it with your hand. Doing so may cause burning.

Notes on Overheating Protection

This unit is equipped with an automatic over-heating protective device. If the unit overheats, it will switch to the cool air mode. In such a case, switch off the unit and unplug it from the household outlet. Leave it to cool down for a few minutes before using it again. Check that no fluff, hair etc. is in the air inlets and outlets before switching it on again.

Parts Identification

[Diagram: Shows a hair dryer with labeled parts.]

• A: Air outlet
• B: nanoe™ outlet
• C: Mineral ion outlet
• D: Air inlet
• E: Mode indicator
• F: Mode switching button
• G: ion charge plus panel (See page 10.)
• H: Handle
• I: Loop hanger
• J: Bushing
• K: Cord
• L: Plug
• M: Power switch
• O: Off
• I: Style (Gentle airflow)
• II: Blow dry (Strong airflow)
• III: Quick dry (Very strong airflow)

Note on outlets: The outlet on the left does not release mineral ions; only the outlet on the right releases mineral ions.

Modes and Technology

Mode Indicator and Mode Description

The unit starts with the hot air mode by default.

Hot Air Mode

The hot air mode indicator is on. Blows hot air.

Hot/Cold Alternating Mode

The hot/cold alternating mode indicator and the hot air mode indicator are simultaneously on (for hot air) or the hot/cold alternating mode indicator and the cold air mode indicator are simultaneously on (for cold air). The unit detects the ambient temperature and switches between hot and cold air at appropriate intervals.

Cold Air Mode

The cold air mode indicator is on. Blows cold air.

Skin Care Mode

The cold air mode indicator and the skin care mode indicator are simultaneously on. Blows weak cold air for skin care.

Scalp Care Mode

The scalp care mode indicator is on. Blows gentle hot air for scalp care. In the scalp care mode, press the mode switching button again to switch the hair dryer to the hot air mode.

In all modes, the nanoe™ lamp glows, and air including nanoe™ and mineral ion blows.

About nanoe™ and Mineral Ions

nanoe™ is a trademark of Panasonic Holdings Corporation. A nanoe™ is a nano-sized ion particle coated with water particles.

Effect of nanoe™ and Mineral Ions

Controls waviness by balancing hair moisture content, making hair glossy and easy to style. In addition to making hair strong against damage from brushing etc., it limits the influence of UV on hair, leading to beautiful hair.

[Diagram: Shows mineral ion outlet and nanoe™ outlet.]

* Mineral ions refer to mineral negative ions generated by zinc electrodes.

Understanding nanoe™ and Mineral Ions

What is nanoe™?

nanoe™ is water-wrapped particulate ion, generated by applying high voltage to split water. Their diameter is smaller than approx. 1/100 of steam and they cannot be seen by the eye. nanoe™ may not be generated depending on the usage environment because nanoe™ is generated by collecting moisture in the air. In low temperatures and low humidity it becomes difficult to collect moisture from the air. In this case, ions are generated.

What are Mineral Ions?

Ions generated by a zinc electrode that cannot be seen by the eye.

Ion Charge Plus

Hair is negatively charged when nanoe™ or mineral ions are continuously applied. Negatively charged hair repulses nanoe™ and mineral anions, making it hard for nanoe™ and mineral ions to be applied to the hair. When this occurs, simply by holding the nanoe™ or mineral ion charge panel together with the handle, the negative charge accumulated on hair is released. By doing this, nanoe™ and mineral ions can continue to penetrate the hair, supplying moisture and moisturizing the hair thoroughly right up to the tip.

Notice on Results

Results of nanoe™, mineral ions and hot/cold alternating mode on hair vary according to the individual, and the following people may find it hard to experience an effect:

• People with curly hair.
• People with strong wavy hair.
• People with smooth hair that can be easily set.
• People who have had a straightening perm within 3 to 4 months.
• People with short hair.

[Diagrams: Illustrating curly hair and wavy hair.]

How to Use

Preparations

1. Use a towel to partially dry your hair.
2. Detangle your hair with a comb or your fingers.
3. Before using the hair dryer, check that the power switch is set to [ O ] and insert the power plug.

Drying Hair

1. Select the airflow strength: Push the power switch to [ III ] or [ II ].
2. Direct warm air throughout your hair. Your hair will dry quickly if you direct the warm air towards the roots.
3. After blowing your hair dry by about 90%, switch to hot/cold alternating mode to leave your hair shiny and pendent. Select with the mode switching button.

Points: In order to thoroughly apply hot and cold air, part your hair to the left and right to dry it.

1. Run your hand through your hair from the inside while blowing it in hot/cold alternating mode. (One side)
2. Run your hand through your hair from the top while blowing it in hot/cold alternating mode. (One side)
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 on the other side.
4. Set the power switch to [ O ].
5. Remove the plug from the household outlet.

After drying, tidy your hair with a comb or your fingers. Keep the unit at a dry place after it has completely cooled down.

Cautions During Use

• Keep a distance of over 3 cm between the air outlet and your hair. Failure to do so may cause burning to your hair.
• Keep a distance of over 10 cm between the air inlet and your hair. Failure to do so may cause your hair to be drawn into the unit and thus result in hair damage.
• Be careful not to hit the air inlet on the corner of a desk.

Note on Styling Products

Styling and treatment appliances can be used. However, if you use sticky substances such as oil, gel or wax, the intended effect of nanoe™ and mineral ions may become difficult to achieve.

When nanoe™ Ions are Generated

The following cases may occur:

• Water droplets may be blown out of the nanoe™ outlet during use.
• You may hear a noise from the nanoe™ outlet.
• You may notice a characteristic smell during use.

Special Modes and Maintenance

Skin Care Mode

Since the skin is likely to become dry after bathing, the moisture content of skin can be improved by blowing hair with air containing nanoe™ and mineral ions, leaving your skin moist.

Do the following after drying your hair by Step 4 of "How to use":

1. Set the power switch to [].
2. Select [COLD] with the mode switching button.
3. Hold the unit with the air outlet about 20 cm away from your chin, and blow your hair for about 1 minute while swinging the main body.
• During use, keep your eyes closed.
• You can apply lotion, emulsion or other skin care appliances for routine care as usual.

Scalp Care Mode

Moisture remaining on the surface of the scalp leads to stickiness or other discomfort. At a room temperature of 23 °C, this mode can gently dry your scalp with warm air of approx. 50 °C.

Do the following after drying your hair by about 70% by Step 3 of "How to use":

1. Select [SCALP] with the mode switching button.
2. Lift up your hair with your hand and dry your scalp. You may feel cold depending on the ambient temperature. In this case, switch to the [HOT] mode, and move the unit further away from.
3. Select [HOT] with the mode switching button and dry your hair thoroughly.

Maintenance

Always turn the power switch off and disconnect the plug from the household outlet (except when cleaning the air outlet).

At Least Once a Month

If dust accumulates and blocks the appliance, the performance may be degraded and the following problems may be caused:

• Sparks may be seen from the interior when hot air is used. These sparks are caused by the action of thermoswitch as a protective device, and this is not dangerous.
• Hot air sometimes switches to cold air.
• Hot air becomes abnormally hot.

Cleaning the Air Inlet

Wipe to clean dust or hair from the air inlet with a tissue or toothbrush.

Note: Do not press or rub with your nails or sharp items. Doing so may cause damage to the air inlet.

Cleaning the Air Outlet

1. Insert the plug into a household outlet.
2. Set the power switch to [ | ], [ || ] or [ ||| ].
3. Select [COLD] with the mode switching button.
4. While scraping dust and hair jammed in the mesh with a cotton swab, blow them away with a hair dryer.

Note: During maintenance, do not block the air inlet with your hand.

Notice: Dust will disperse during or after cleaning. Before using the appliance, be sure to check that there is no dust. (Do not look into the air outlet.)

At Least Once a Month (for Outlets)

nanoe™ Outlet & Mineral Ion Outlet

In order to maintain the generation amount of nanoe™ and mineral ions:

1. Wet the front end of a new baby cotton swab with water.
2. Gently insert the cotton swab in the outlet until it stops (about 1 cm), and then turn the cotton swab 2-3 times carefully.

If cotton swabs or any other foreign objects enter the ion outlet, please stop using the appliance immediately and consult an authorized service center.

[Diagram: Shows cotton swab cleaning nanoe™ and mineral ion outlets.]

Cleaning the Main Body

Soak a cloth in the soapy water and squeeze it out firmly, and then wipe the main body with the cloth.

Notes:

• Do not use substances such as alcohol, nail polish remover or detergent (hand soap). Doing so may result in malfunction or part cracks or discoloration.
• Do not store the appliance with hairdressing appliances or cosmetics on it. Doing so may cause deterioration of the plastic, leading to discoloration and cracks.

Troubleshooting

If the problems still cannot be solved, contact the store where you purchased the appliance or a service center authorised by Panasonic for repair.

Specifications

This appliance is intended for household use only.