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Mail To:
HoMedics
Consumer Relations
Service Center Dept. 168
3000 Pontiac Trail
Commerce Township, MI
48390
e-mail:
[email protected]
TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
(Valid in USA only)
HoMedics, Inc., guarantees this product free from defects in material
and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of purchase,
except as noted below.
This HoMedics product warranty does not cover damage caused by
misuse or abuse; accident; the attachment of any unauthorized accessory; alteration to the product; or any other conditions whatsoever
that are beyond the control of HoMedics. This warranty is effective only
if the product is purchased and operated in the USA. A product that
requires modification or adaptation to enable it to operate in any
country other than the country for which it was designed, manufactured, approved and/or authorized, or repair of products damaged by
these modifications is not covered under warranty. HoMedics shall not
be responsible for any type of incidental, consequential or special
damages. All implied warranties, including but not limited to those
implied warranties of fitness and merchantability, are limited in the
total duration of two years from the original purchase date.
To obtain warranty service on your HoMedics SonicWave product,
either hand deliver or mail the unit and your dated sales receipt (as
proof of purchase), postpaid, along with check or money order in the
amount of $5.00 payable to HoMedics, Inc. to cover handling.
Upon receipt, HoMedics will repair or replace, as appropriate, your
SonicWave product and return it to you, postpaid. Warranty is solely
through HoMedics Service Center. Service of this product by anyone
other than HoMedics Service Center voids warranty.
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DENTAL
Instruction Manual and
Warranty Information
© 2001 HoMedics, Inc. and its affiliated companies, all rights reserved.
HoMedics®is a registered trademark of HoMedics, Inc. and its affiliated
companies. SonicWave is a trademark of HoMedics, Inc. and its
affiliated companies, all rights reserved.
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SONIC PLAQUE REMOVER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MODEL HD-500
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ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY
FOR ENHANCED ORAL HYGIENE.
Thank you for choosing SonicWave™, the easy-to-use sonic
plaque remover that will help enhance your oral hygiene.
SonicWave incorporates state-of-the-art sonic technology into a
sleek, comfortable and ergonomic design, making it the ideal
instrument in your oral care regimen.
HoMedics, already the leader in Home Healthcare appliances,
now extends this leadership into the Oral Care category – with a
full line of innovative dental appliances under the HoMedics
Dental trademark.
Creating products that are both advanced and affordable,
HoMedics Dental is committed to helping you improve your oral
hygiene and your well-being. Use SonicWave in conjunction with
regular visits to your dentist and you will quickly see the difference that SonicWave will make!
SonicWave combines the latest technology with the highest
quality craftsmanship and components. That’s why its backed
by our exclusive 2-year limited warranty – ensuring years of
improved oral hygiene.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
DANGER—TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK:
•For household use only.
•
DO NOT
•
DO NOT
•
DO NOT
handle the plug with wet hands.
place or store the charger base where it
can be pulled into a tub, sink or toilet.
reach for a charger base that has fallen into
water. Unplug it immediately.
•
DO NOT
•
DO NOT
use while bathing.
submerge the charger base in water or any
other liquid.
•This charger base is designed for use in 120-volt, 60 Hz
outlet. Never force the plug into an outlet.
WARNING
—TO REDUCE THE RISK OF BURNS,
ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE OR INJURY:
•
DO NOT
cord by grasping the plug—not the cord.
•Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
•Use this product only for its intended use as described
in this manual.
other purpose.
• DO NOT use attachments not recommended by the
manufacturer. Specifically, any attachments not provided
with this unit.
•
DO NOT
products are being used or where oxygen is being
administered.
•
NEVER
SonicWave handle while the unit is on.
• NEVER operate the product if it is not working properly,
or if it has been dropped or damaged.
• This product should never be used by any individual
•This unit should not be used by children without adult
•Avoid using a brush with crushed or bent bristles.
excessively bend or pull the cord. Unplug the
DO NOT
use the product for any
use outdoors or operate where aerosol
insert brush head into or remove it from the
suffering from any physical ailment that would limit the
user’s capacity to operate the controls.
supervision.
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CHARGING INSTRUCTIONS
Follow this procedure before you use SonicWave for
the first time
1. Plug the charger base into a 110/120-volt outlet. Place SonicWave
handle into the base and allow it to charge for a full 24 hours
before using it for the first time.
2. The charging indicator light will show red when SonicWave is
correctly placed in the charger base. The indicator will go out
when SonicWave is removed from the base.
3. The optimum voltage for charging SonicWave is 110V. The
indicator may show a brighter red if the voltage is 120V, but this
will not affect the charging.
4. To maintain the unit’s full performance, it should always be
stored on the charging base when not in use.
.
MEDICAL SAFEGUARDS
Please note the following instructions for your
continued safety.
1. Contact your dentist before using SonicWave if you have had
oral or periodontal surgery.
2. Contact your dentist if excessive bleeding occurs or if bleeding
continues after the first week.
3. This product is designed for cleaning teeth and gums only.
DO NOT use for any other purpose.
Warning: Individuals with pacemakers should
consult a physician prior to use.
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HOW TO USE SONICWAVE
1. Attach the brush head to the SonicWave handle. The brush
head must face the same direction as the on/off switch
(Fig. 1).
2. Before brushing, rinse your mouth thoroughly, wet
the brush head to moisten, then apply toothpaste.
3. To avoid splashing, guide the brush head to your teeth
before switching SonicWave on. Place the brush in a
slanted position, 45º towards the gum line.
4. In order to adjust the sonic action to your own individual
sensitivity level, we’ve designed SonicWave with 7 different
speed levels to choose from. Scroll through the speeds by
continuously tapping the on/off button.
The lowest LED will illuminate from speeds 1-3, the middle
LED from speeds 4-6 and the top LED will illuminate for
speed 7, or the highest speed (Fig. 2).
Pressing the on/off button an 8th time will turn the unit off.
5. Guide the brush head from tooth to tooth, spending
a few seconds on the surface of each tooth. Gently wiggle
the tips of the bristles between teeth and gum line for
optimum performance.
6. Brush the gum lines as well as the teeth, starting with the
outside teeth and gums, followed by the insides and
finishing with the chewing surfaces.
7. Do not press too hard or scrub with SonicWave. The bristles
only need to lightly touch your teeth and gum line.
8. Brush your teeth in the pattern that you have been
instructed to use by your dentist or oral hygienist. The
SonicWave action will assist your own efforts and assure a
thorough cleaning.
9. The auto timer feature will automatically turn the unit off
after the 2 minute dentist recommended brushing time. You
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Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Speed 7
Speeds 4-6
Speeds 1-3
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can turn the unit off before two minutes have elapsed by
tapping the on/off button through the speeds to the off
position (next level after high speed).
10.Rinse mouth thoroughly with water.
11. Rinse brush head and return unit to the charging base.
12.Brush heads should be replaced every 2-3 months to
ensure optimal performance.
13.HoMedics replacement heads (RH-500) for this model are
available at your local retailer or check www.HoMedics.com
for a list of retailers that offer these replacement heads.
Brush head
LED speed indicator
Power On/Off button
Charging
indicator light
Charger base
SonicWave handle
Extra brush
head storage
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
1. After use, rinse the brush head and handle for several seconds under running water.
2. To remove brush head, pull brush head directly up from handle.
3. Rinse both parts separately under running water and wipe them dry.
4. After cleaning, place the SonicWave handle back on the charging base.
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5. Periodically clean the charging base with a soft cloth or paper towel. Ensure that the base
is completely dry before plugging into any electrical outlet.
6. When SonicWave is not in use for an extended period, unplug the cord and place the
device into its box.
7. This device is for household use only.
8. Unlike some toothbrushes where the bristles become visibly worn or splayed the
SonicWave unit may not provide you with any visual clues to indicate the brush head
should be replaced. We recommend that the brush heads be replaced every 2-3 months to
ensure optimal performance of your SonicWave unit.
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SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
Removing and disposing of Ni-MH Battery
SonicWave is equipped with a long–lasting, rechargeable nickel metal hydride battery. To help
protect our environment, it should be removed at the end of the unit’s life, for safe disposal.
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To r emove the battery before discarding product:
1. Open the cover at the bottom of the handle with a large coin or screw driver.
2. Once open, fully submerge the handle in water for a minimum of 10 minutes to discharge
the battery completely.
3. Tap the handle on a hard surface to loosen battery from housing and remove.
4. Once the battery is removed, cover any exposed metal with tape. DO NOT discard the
battery with the regular refuse. Contact your local authority for more details on recycling
and safe disposal.
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