Essence
5000 Series
Rechargeable sonic toothbrush
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Sonicare Essence
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General description (Fig. 1)
1Travel cap
2Extra soft bristles
3Brush head
4Personalized ID ring
5Removable nut
6Power on/off button & charge indicator light
7Charger base with cord wrap
8Power cord
,, Refer to bottom of charger for voltage specifications.
IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
DANGERS
To reduce the risk of electrocution:
1Do not place or store product where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink.
2Do not place in or drop into water or other liquid.
3Do not reach for a product that has fallen into water. Unplug immediately.
4Do not use while bathing.
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WARNINGS
To reduce the risk of burns, electrocution, fire or injury to persons:
1DO NOT plug into an outlet with a voltage other than specified on the bottom of the charger.
Voltage converters DO NOT guarantee voltage compatibility.
2Never force the plug into an outlet; if it does not easily fit into the outlet, discontinue use.
3Discontinue use if this product appears damaged in any way (brush head, handle, charger).This product contains no serviceable parts. Refer to chapter ‘Guarantee and service’ if your Sonicare no longer works properly or needs repair.
4Never use the charger if it has a damaged cord or plug.
5Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
6Do not use the charger outdoors.
7Do not use the charger if dropped into water.
8Avoid using a brush head with crushed or bent bristles. Damaged bristles may break off while brushing. Replace the brush head with a new one every 3 months or sooner if signs of wear appear. Inappropriate cleaning may cause bristle damage. (See chapter ‘Cleaning’)
9This product is designed to clean your teeth, gums and tongue only. Use this product only for its intended use as described in this booklet. Discontinue use of this product and contact
a physician/dentist if discomfort or pain is experienced.
10This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience
and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
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11Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
12Sonicare is a personal care device and is not intended for use on multiple patients in a dental office or institution.
13Do not use attachments and/or brush heads other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
14If your toothpaste includes peroxide, baking soda or other bicarbonate (common in whitening toothpastes), thoroughly clean your brush head and handle with soap and water after each use. Otherwise plastic cracking may occur.
15To avoid damage to the product, do not place the brush head or charger in the dishwasher for cleaning.
MEDICAL WARNINGS
1Consult your dental professional before you use this product if you have had oral or gum surgery in the previous 2 months.
2Contact your dental professional if excessive bleeding occurs after using this product or bleeding continues to occur after 1 week of use.
3If you have a pacemaker or other implanted device contact your physician or the device manufacturer prior to use.
4Sonicare has been tested and is compliant with safety standards for electromagnetic devices.
5Consult your physician prior to using the Sonicare if you have medical concerns.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Preparing for use
Attaching the brush head
1Align the front of the brush head with the front of the toothbrush handle. Match the bars that are on the inside top of the removable nut with the notches inside the top of the handle and slide the brush head onto the handle.
2Screw the brush head nut clockwise until it’s firmly tightened. If the brush head rattles when in use, tighten the nut further.
3Remove the travel cap from your brush head when you are ready to brush.
4Use the cord wrap in the bottom of the charger to store excess cord.
Charging your Sonicare
Sonicare comes with the batteries completely discharged and should be charged for at least 24 hours during the first few days of use.
It is recommended that you keep your Sonicare in the charger when not in use to maintain a full battery charge. It takes at least 24 hours to fully charge the battery of your Sonicare toothbrush.
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1 To charge your Sonicare, place the handle in the charger with the power button facing
forward. Be sure the bottom of the handle sits back securely in the charger, making complete contact.
,,When the handle is placed incorrectly in the charger, the charge indicator light may still illuminate, but charging will not take place.
Handles of other Sonicare models do not fit in this charger and will therefore not charge effectively. Do not attempt to force a handle into this charger as this will cause damage.
Using the appliance
Useful tips
,, Place the brush head in your mouth before turning on your Sonicare and keep your mouth closed during brushing, otherwise toothpaste may splatter.
,, You may experience a slight tickling or tingling sensation when using an electronic toothbrush such as Sonicare for the first time.As you become accustomed to brushing with Sonicare this sensitivity will diminish.
,, A fully charged Sonicare will provide approximately 2 weeks of typical use (2 minutes of brushing twice a day), making it easy to travel without the charger.
Remember that voltage converters and plug adapters DO NOT guarantee voltage compatibility. Always check for voltage compatibility.
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Brushing technique
Follow these simple steps to maximize your brushing experience.
1Before turning the Sonicare on, place the bristles of the brush head on your gumline at a 45-degree angle.
2Hold the handle with a light grip, turn the
Sonicare on, and gently move the bristles in a small circular motion so the longer bristles
reach between your teeth.After a few seconds, glide the bristles to the next section. Continue this routine throughout your 2-minute brushing cycle.
3To maximize the effectiveness of your Sonicare toothbrush, use light pressure and let the
Sonicare toothbrush do the brushing for you. Do not scrub.
4To make sure you brush evenly throughout the mouth, divide your mouth into 4 sections: outside top, inside top, outside bottom and inside bottom teeth. Begin brushing in section 1 (outside top teeth) and brush for 30 seconds before moving to section 2 (inside top teeth).
Continue brushing for 30 seconds in each section progressing through all 4 sections until you’ve brushed for 2 minutes.
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5After the 2-minute brushing cycle is complete, additional time should be spent brushing the chewing surfaces of your teeth.
Press the power button to turn the brush on and off as needed.
To clean your mouth more completely, you may also brush your tongue, with the toothbrush turned on or off, as you prefer.
Tips for specific oral care needs
Stain removal
,, In areas where excess staining occurs, spend extra brushing time to assist with stain removal.
Braces
,,The brush should be placed at a 45-degree angle between your brackets and gumline. Using light pressure, gently move the bristles in a small circular motion so the longer bristles reach between your teeth for 2 seconds.Then gently turn (roll) the brush handle so the bristles clean the bracket and the rest of the tooth before you glide the bristles to the next tooth. Continue this until you have brushed all of your teeth.
Please note that brush heads will wear out sooner when used on braces.
Dental restorations (dental work)
,, Use Sonicare on dental restorations (such as implants, caps, crowns, bridges and fillings) as you would on your natural tooth surfaces to reduce plaque build-up and improve gum health.
Work the bristles around all the areas of the restoration for thorough cleaning.
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Periodontal pockets
,, Your dental professional may have indicated that you have periodontal pockets, deep pockets where plaque bacteria collect. If this is the case, after brushing for a full 2 minutes, spend extra time gently brushing these areas to improve your gum health.
Features
Easy-start brushing power ramp-up
,, All Sonicare models come with the Easy-start feature activated (on), which helps you get used to brushing with Sonicare.
,, Brushing power will gently increase to full power over the first 12 brushings.
,, The Easy-start feature is active if you hear 2 beeps immediately after turning on your Sonicare. Once you reach optimal brushing power (after the 12th brushing), you will no
longer hear the double beep at the beginning of your brushing routine.
Note:Note:each of the first 12 brushings must be at least 1 minute in length to properly move through the Easy-start ramp-up cycle.
To deactivate or activate the Easy-start feature:
1Attach your brush head to the handle.
2Place the handle in a plugged-in charger base.
3To deactivate the Easy-start feature, press and hold the power button for 5 seconds.You will hear 1 beep to indicate that the Easy-start feature has been deactivated.
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4To activate the Easy-start feature, press and hold the power button for 5 seconds.You will hear 2 beeps to indicate that the Easy-start feature has been activated.
Using the Easy-start feature beyond the initial ramp-up period is not recommended and reduces the effectiveness of your Sonicare toothbrush in removing plaque.
The Easy-start feature should be deactivated and the handle fully charged when Sonicare is used in clinical trials.
Smartimer 2-minute timer
,, All Sonicare models come with the Smartimer feature, which automatically sets the brushing time to the 2 minutes recommended by dental professionals.
,, After 2 minutes the Smartimer will automatically turn off the toothbrush.
,, If you wish to pause or stop brushing during your 2-minute cycle, press the power button.
Press the power button again and the Smartimer will pick up where you left off.
,, The Smartimer will automatically reset to the beginning of a 2-minute cycle if:
-- brushing is paused for 30 seconds or longer; -- the handle is returned to the charger base.
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Quadpacer 30-second interval timer (available on select models).
,, Quadpacer makes sure that you brush all sections of your mouth evenly and thoroughly. At 30, 60 and 90 seconds, you will hear a short beep and a pause in brushing action.This is your signal to move to the next section of your mouth.
Battery charge indicator (available on select models).
,, If your Sonicare has a low charge, you will hear 5 beeps after you have brushed your teeth for 2 minutes and the charge indicator light will flash rapidly.
When you hear the low charge indication, you have 3 or fewer 2-minute brushings left.
1Place the handle in the charger base (with the power button facing towards you) to begin the
recharging process.
,, The charge indicator light flashes slowly when the handle is in the charger base to signal charging is in progress.
,, When the Sonicare is fully charged, the charge indicator light is constantly on (not flashing), signaling that your Sonicare is ready for use.
When not in use, keep your Sonicare in the charger base to maintain a full battery charge.
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Cleaning
By following these simple steps, you should get years of worry-free brushing:
1 Rinse brush head and bristles after each use.
2 Clean the brush head at least once per week, including under the removable nut.
To remove the nut:
,, Press down gently on the white area.
Avoid using sharp objects to push on the seal as this may cause damage.
,, Pull the nut up over the top of the brush head
To replace the nut, slip the nut over the brush head shaft and pull until it clicks back on.
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3 Clean and dry the handle periodically. 4 Clean the charger base periodically.
UNPLUG the charger before cleaning.After cleaning the charger base, completely dry the charger before plugging it into an electrical outlet.
Mild soap, water and a moist cloth are recommended for cleaning your Sonicare.
Additional CleaningTip:
-- The Sonicare handle is dishwasher safe. Remove the brush head and charger before placing the handle only in the top rack of dishwasher.
-- NOTE: Brush heads and charger base should never be placed in the dishwasher.
Storage
If the product is not to be used for an extended period of time it should be unplugged from the electrical outlet, cleaned, stored in a cool and dry area away from direct sunlight.The cord wrap can be used to store power cord in an organized manner.
Replacement
Brush head
Replace Sonicare brush heads every 3 months to achieve optimal results.
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Environment
HANDLE CONTAINS NICKEL METAL HYDRIDE BATTERIES. BATTERIES MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF PROPERLY.
-- The rechargeable battery inside your Sonicare cannot be replaced, but is easy to remove for recycling. At the end of product life and prior to disposal, please remove the rechargeable battery from the handle by following the instructions below.
-- 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.
-- If you have any recycling questions, contact your local waste management office.
Removing the batteries
Please note that this process is NOT reversible.
To remove the batteries yourself, you will need a flat-head (standard) screwdriver and a small towel.
Basic safety precautions should be observed when following the procedure outlined below. Be sure to protect your eyes, hands, fingers and the surface on which you are working.
1Deplete the battery of any charge by removing the handle from the charger, turning the
Sonicare on and allowing it to run until it stops.
Repeat this step until the Sonicare will no longer operate.
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2Insert a screwdriver into one of the slots located near the top portion of the handle, push the screwdriver blade into the handle as far as it will go, and twist the blade.The housing will begin to split.
3Remove the screwdriver and repeat the above instruction using the other slot located on the opposite side of the handle.Twist the blade and the housing will continue to split.
4Now, insert the screwdriver into the middle slot located on the top front part of the handle as shown and push the blade in as far as it will go.
5Now use the screwdriver as a lever to pry the 2 handle sections apart.
6Pull the 2 handle sections completely apart.
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Insert the screwdriver underneath the electronic circuit board in multiple places.
Twist and pry the electronic circuit board loose until it is completely separated from the handle.
Pry the 2 AA-sized cylindrical nickel metalhydride batteries loose by inserting the screwdriver on the sides of the two batteries in the locations shown in the figure.
Use a twisting and prying motion to break the glue bond around the batteries.The 2 batteries are joined together with glue and will be lifted out together.
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