<p><strong>HOW TO OPERATE THE LE COULEUR NANO STEAM</strong></p><ol><li>Plug in the machine and turn on the main switch.</li><li>Set the spray adjusts knob to the following settings:<ul><li>10 o'clock position: for long hair and longer period of time.</li><li>12 o'clock position: for short hair and shorter period of time.</li></ul></li><li>Upon pressing the power button, wait for 2-3 minutes to produce a fine mist before applying to hair or scalp.</li><li>After usage, turn off the machine by pressing the power button.</li></ol><p><strong>HAIR CARE</strong></p><ol><li>Cleanse hair and then dry it.</li><li>Apply steam to hair for 3 to 5 minutes with the nano steamer about 6 inches away from the hair.</li><li>Apply hair care product on each section of hair as needed, then apply steam to hair for 8 to 10 minutes.</li></ol><p><strong>SCALP CARE</strong></p><ol><li>Shampoo and rinse hair and then dry it.</li><li>Apply steam to scalp for 3 to 5 minutes with the nano steamer 6 inches away from the hair.</li><li>Apply scalp care product and massage scalp gently, then apply steam to scalp for 5 to 8 minutes.</li></ol><p><strong>HAIR COLOR</strong></p><ol><li>Before applying hair color cream, apply steam to hair for 3 to 5 minutes with the nano steamer 6 inches away from the hair.</li></ol><p><strong>HAIR PERMING</strong></p><ol><li>Cleanse hair and then dry it.</li><li>Apply steam to hair for 3 to 5 minutes with the nano steamer 6 inches away from the hair.</li></ol><p><strong>Warning:</strong> Do not turn off the machine by directly unplugging the main switch. This can damage the machine.<br> </p><p><strong>Reminders:</strong></p><ul><li>Always apply sufficient time on the machine timer located in front of the machine to avoid interruption during operation. If time initially set is insufficient, minutes can be increased as needed.</li><li>Use distilled water only with your Nano Steam Machine. Minerals in other types of water can cause damage to the machine.</li></ul><p><strong>PROPER CLEANING PROCEDURE BEFORE STORAGE</strong></p><ol><li>Make sure machine is turned off and unplugged from the main switch.</li><li>Remove the hose connected to the container tank.</li><li>Switch on the clean button. This will clear out excess water stored inside the machine.</li><li>Once the water is completely clear, switch off the clean button.</li></ol><p><strong>PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE</strong><br>Reminder: Use 1 bottle of vinegar and distilled water with 1:1 ration for cleaning, and 1 bottle of distilled water to clear the vinegar solution from the system.</p><ul><li>Using the 1:1 vinegar and distilled water solution, switch on the clean button and let the solution pass through the machine system in order to remove dirt.</li><li>Using a bottle of distilled water, switch on the clean button to let the distilled water remove the vinegar residue inside the system before using the machine.</li></ul><p>We recommend to do a weekly preventive maintenance or when you notice the machine performance decreases.</p><p> </p><p><strong>HOW TO OPERATE THE LE COULEUR FROZEN IRON MACHINE</strong></p><ol><li>Plug the machine and turn on the main switch.</li><li>The blue LED display in front of the iron will show its temperature.</li><li>Wait 1-2 minutes for the iron’s surface to freeze. A thin layer of ice will appear on the metal plates once the iron is ready for use.</li><li>Proceed with desired hair procedure and hair treatment.</li></ol><p><strong>HAIR TREATMENT</strong></p><ol><li>Use the Nano Steam Machine to open the hair cuticle, locking in moisture and product nutrients. Section hair into four quarters, using the suitable hair care treatment depending on hair types and textures.</li><li>Rinse hair, then towel dry. Apply hair care oil.</li><li>Use the Hair Cuticle Frozen Closed Iron to clamp the hair, moving from hair roots to ends. Clamp each hair section (2cm) twice to close hair cuticles.</li></ol><p><strong>HAIR COLOR</strong></p><ol><li>After finishing hair coloring procedure, use the Hair Cuticle Closed Iron to clamp the hair, moving from hair roots to ends. Clamp each hair section (2cm) twice to close hair cuticles.</li><li>Rinse hair thoroughly, then proceed with blow drying and styling.</li></ol><p><strong>HAIR PERMING/ STRAIGHTENING</strong></p><ol><li>After applying perming/straightening Lotion 1, rinse and blow dry the hair once the solution integrated enough.</li><li>Apply suitable perm rods/pull hair straight.</li><li>Spread perming/ straightening lotion 2 after applying perm rods or straightening.</li><li>Start the Frozen Hair Care Treatment. After applying perming/straightening Lotion 2, Iron the hair section by section using the Frozen Iron.</li><li>Wait 15 minutes after finish Frozen Hair Care Treatment, then rinse hair thoroughly.</li><li>Towel-dry the hair (until damp, not soaking wet), then repeat use of the Frozen Iron, using it on the hair section by section.</li><li>Proceed with blow drying and styling.</li></ol><p> <br><i><strong>Note: These appliances should be used with an </strong></i><a href="https://www.hairmnl.com/collections/le-couleur/products/powergard-electronic-motor-protector-nl-1"><i><strong>AVR or Powergard</strong></i></a><i><strong> to avoid damage caused by fluctuations in voltage</strong></i></p>