The Dyson Supersonic Nural™ is a sophisticated hair dryer designed to optimize hair care through advanced sensor technology and precise control. It features a sleek, cylindrical design with controls intuitively placed on the head and handle.
Function Description:
The primary function of the Dyson Supersonic Nural™ is to dry hair efficiently while protecting the scalp and hair from excessive heat. It incorporates a network of Nural™ sensors that enhance and optimize the hair care routine. Key features include:
- Scalp Protect Mode: This mode is activated by default on first use. A Time of Flight sensor measures the distance between the dryer and the hair, automatically reducing heat as the dryer moves closer to the scalp. This ensures a comfortable and consistent scalp temperature, preventing heat damage. The Scalp protect button is located on the back, at the top of the cylindrical head.
- Pause Detect: A motion-sensing accelerometer detects when the dryer is put down. It automatically deactivates the heater, decreases airflow, and reduces noise. During Pause detect, the Capsule illumination pulses blue.
- Attachment Learning: A Hall sensor recognizes which styling attachment is connected and automatically switches to its last-used settings for that specific attachment, streamlining the styling process.
- Capsule Illumination: The suspended capsule, located in the central bore of the hair dryer, changes color to indicate the current heat setting. This visual cue helps users monitor the heat level, with colors adapting automatically in Scalp protect mode.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Airflow Control: Offers 3 precise settings: Fast/High, Gentle/Medium, and Mild/Low. The airflow control button is on the back left-hand side of the cylindrical head.
- Temperature Control: Provides 4 precise heat settings: High, Medium, Low, and Cool. The temperature control button is on the back right-hand side of the cylindrical head.
- Maximum Operating Temperature: 105°C in normal working conditions.
- Maximum Thermistor Temperature at Safety Shut Down: 145°C.
- Power On/Off: Controlled by a sliding switch on the back, at the top of the handle.
- Cold Shot: A button on the back of the handle, just below the power button, allows users to deactivate heat and set their style by pressing and holding.
- LED Indicators: The back of the cylindrical head features LED lights above the airflow and temperature buttons. Three white LEDs indicate airflow settings (three for Fast/High, two for Gentle/Medium, one for Mild/Low). Three red LEDs indicate heat settings (three for High, two for Medium, one for Low, and no red LED for Cool). These LEDs also serve as diagnostic indicators, flashing continuously to alert users to filter cleaning needs or faults.
- Sensors: Time of Flight sensor for Scalp Protect Mode, Hall sensor for Attachment Learning, and a motion-sensing accelerometer for Pause Detect.
Usage Features:
The Dyson Supersonic Nural™ comes with a range of magnetic styling attachments for versatile styling:
- Gentle Air Attachment: Evenly diffuses airflow for gentle, yet fast drying. Works with High heat/High flow presets, Scalp protect mode, and Pause detect.
- Styling Concentrator: Wider and thinner for precision styling. Works with High heat/Medium flow presets, Scalp protect mode, and Pause detect.
- Wide-Tooth Comb: Helps stretch and lengthen hair. Works with High heat/High flow presets, Scalp protect mode, and Pause detect.
- Wave+Curl Diffuser: Disperses airflow in two different ways for defined curls and waves. Works with Medium heat/Medium flow presets, Scalp protect mode, and Pause detect.
- Flyaway Attachment: Uses Coanda airflow to hide flyaways. Works with Low heat/High flow presets, Scalp protect mode, and Pause detect.
- Smoothing Nozzle: Creates a smooth, natural finish. Works with Medium heat/Medium flow presets, Scalp protect mode, and Pause detect.
- Diffuser: For defined curls and waves. Works with Medium heat/Medium flow presets, Scalp protect mode, and Pause detect.
- Flyaway Smoother: Styles and finishes with Coanda airflow. Works with Low heat/High flow presets, Scalp protect mode, and Pause detect.
The capsule illumination provides real-time feedback on the heat setting:
- Red: High heat
- Orange: Medium heat
- Yellow: Low heat
- Blue: No heat
Maintenance Features:
- Removable Filter Cage: Located at the bottom of the handle, the filter cage is easy to remove for cleaning.
- Regular Filter Cleaning: Users are advised to check the filter for debris and hair product residue every month, or when the LED lights alert them. To clean, unplug the machine, allow it to cool, then gently rotate the filter cage anti-clockwise and pull it down and away. A lint-free cloth or soft brush should be used to remove dust or debris from both the filter cage and the filter mesh. Water should not be used to clean the filter mesh, and excessive pressure should be avoided. After cleaning, rotate the filter cage back into position until correctly aligned, then rotate clockwise to lock it before use.
- Diagnostic LEDs: The LED lights flash continuously to indicate when the machine needs attention, specifically for filter cleaning or if there is a fault. If all three red lights continue to flash, users are instructed to contact Dyson Helpline and not turn the device back on.
The Dyson Supersonic Nural™ is designed with user convenience and hair health in mind, integrating smart technology for an optimized drying and styling experience.