hair dryer

Electric appliance that blows hot air to dry hair.

air-outlet grille

Grating through which the hot air is blown; it prevents any contact with the heating element inside.

barrel

Part housing the hair dryer’s heating element.

heat selector switch

Device regulating air temperature.

handle

Part used to pick up and handle the appliance.

hang-up ring

Ring for hanging the hair dryer on a hook when it is not in use.

power supply cord

Flexible electric wire housing the leads connecting the appliance to the electric circuit.

air concentrator

Piece that fits over the end of the appliance to concentrate the flow of hot air over the hair.

on-off switch

Button for turning the device on or off.

speed selector switch

Device that regulates fan speed and hence the power of the airflow.

air-inlet grille

Grating through which air is drawn in; it prevents hair and other matter from entering the appliance’s housing.

fan housing

Part of the appliance’s frame that houses the motor and the fan that blows hot air.