Hair should be clean and dry completely before using any styling tool. Separate a 1-inch section of hair, gently place hair between the Straightening Plates and clamp the straightener down firmly on the hair. You will achieve professional results if you work from the scalp to the ends of your hair. Carefully slide the iron along the isolated section, making sure the hair is heated and straightened all the way to the ends. The ends will probably require less heat than the hair which grows close to the scalp. • For best results, hold the end of hair while smoothing the hair section. To create flips or curls, use rounded edge of iron’s Straightening Plates to curl ends out or under. To remove hair from the straightener, release pressure and allow the hair to gently slip out from the Straightening Plates. The straightening process does not require overlapping. Separate each section of hair and work on it as indicated above. Allow hair to cool before combing or brushing. Repeat the process until you have achieved the look you desire. When styling is complete, press and hold the On / Off Button (o / ı) to turn off. The blue LCD light will flash and display “OFF.” Unplug the appliance and allow it to cool before storing.