Philips HX3120/01, HX3110/00 User Manual

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Philips Sonicare

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Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to Philips!

To fully benefit from the support that Philips offers, register your product at www.philips.com/welcome.

Important

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE

Danger

-- Do not immerse, place or store the charger over or near water.

Do not reach for a charger that has fallen into water. Unplug immediately.After cleaning, make sure the charger is completely dry before you connect it to the mains.

Warning

-- The mains cord cannot be replaced. If the mains cord is damaged, discard the charger.Always have the charger replaced with one of the original type in order to avoid a hazard.

-- Discontinue use if this product appears damaged in any way (brush head, charger, toothbrush handle). Cord, plugs and batteries cannot be replaced.This appliance contains no user-serviceable parts.

-- Do not use the charger outdoors or near heated surfaces.

-- This appliance is not intended for use by children or persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless supervised or instructed in use by a person responsible for their safety.

-- Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

Electromagnetic fields (EMF)

This appliance complies with current standards regarding electromagnetic fields (EMF). If used as directed this appliance is safe.

The Sonicare (Fig. 1)

1Replaceable brush head

2Power on/off button

3Handle

4 Hygienic travel cap

5Charger

Getting started Attaching the brush head

1Align the front of the brush head with the front of the toothbrush handle.

2Push the brush head onto the metal shaft.  (Fig. 2)

Note:When the brush head is attached, it is normal that there is a small gap between the brush head and the handle.

Charging the Sonicare

1Put the plug of the charger in the wall socket.

2Place the handle on the charger.

Note:To keep the batteries fully charged at all times, you may keep your toothbrush on the charger when not in use. It takes approximately 30 hours to fully charge the batteries.When the toothbrush is used in clinical studies, the handle should be fully charged.

Using the Sonicare

1Wet the bristles of the toothbrush and apply a small amount of toothpaste (Fig. 3).

2To avoid splattering, place the brush head in your mouth before switching the toothbrush on.

3Press the power on/off button to switch on the toothbrush

4Brush like you normally would do.  (Fig. 4)

Note:To achieve optimal results, thoroughly brush your entire mouth. Brush the outside, the inside and chewing surfaces of your teeth, as well as your gums.

5Apply light pressure to maximise the toothbrush’s effectiveness. Do not press too hard.

6The toothbrush will automatically turn off after two minutes.

7You may also brush your tongue, with the toothbrush turned on or off, as you prefer.

The toothbrush is safe to use on:

-- Braces (brush heads wear out sooner when used on braces)

-- Dental restorations (fillings, crowns, veneers)

Notes

-- Consult your dentist if you have had oral surgery in the previous 2 months, if excessive bleeding occurs right after using this appliance or if bleeding continues to occur after 1 week of use.

-- This appliance has only been designed for cleaning teeth, gums and tongue. Do not use it for any other purpose. Stop using the appliance and contact your doctor if you experience any discomfort or pain.

-- The toothbrush is a personal care device and is not intended for use on multiple patients in a dental practice or institution.

Features

2 minute-timer

-- After 2 minutes, the timer automatically switches off the toothbrush.

Cleaning

Do not clean brush heads, the handle or the charger in the dishwasher.

1Rinse the brush head and bristles after each use. Let the brush head air-dry only (Fig. 3).

2Remove the brush head from the handle and rinse the brush head connection at least once a week with warm water.  (Fig. 5)

3Periodically wipe the surface of the handle with a damp cloth and mild soap (Fig. 6).

4Unplug the charger and periodically wipe its surface with a damp cloth.

Note: If your toothpaste contains peroxide, baking soda or other bicarbonate (common in whitening toothpastes), thoroughly clean the brush head and the handle with soap and water after each use. Otherwise the plastic may crack.

Storage

If you are not going to use the toothbrush for a long time (a month or longer), unplug the charger, clean the appliance and store it in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight.

Replacement Brush head

-- Replace Sonicare brush heads every 3 months to achieve optimal results.

-- Do not use a brush head with crushed or bent bristles. Replace the brush head every 3 months or sooner if signs of wear appear.

-- Use only Philips Sonicare brush heads.

Note: Use of Sonicare for Kids brush heads are not recommended with this toothbrush.

Environment

-- Do not throw away the appliance with the normal household waste at the end of its life, but hand it in at an official collection point for recycling. By doing this, you help to preserve the environment (Fig. 7).

-- The built-in rechargeable batteries contain substances that may pollute the environment.Always remove the batteries before you discard and hand in the appliance at an official collection point. Dispose of the batteries at an official collection point for batteries. If you have trouble removing the batteries, you can also take the appliance to a Philips service centre.The staff of this centre will remove the batteries for you and will dispose of them in an environmentally safe way (Fig. 8).

Removing the rechargeable batteries

1To deplete the rechargeable batteries of any charge, remove the handle from the charger, switch on the toothbrush and let it operate until it stops. Repeat this step until you can no longer switch on the toothbrush.

2Insert a flat-head (standard) screwdriver into the slot located at the bottom of the handle.Turn the screwdriver anti-clockwise to release the bottom cap (Fig. 9).

3Hold the handle upside down and push down on the shaft to release the internal components of the handle (Fig. 10).

4Cut the wires to disconnect the batteries from the housing.

5Place a flat-head (standard) screwdriver onto each of the three snaps and tap with a hammer to break the snaps.  (Fig. 11)

6Separate the bottom cap from the housing and remove the rechargeable batteries.

7The rechargeable batteries can now be recycled and the rest of the appliance discarded appropriately.