General description
A Brush head
B Color code
C Removable nut
D Sonic power handle
E Power on/off button
F Dual Speed Control button (select models only)
G LED charging lights
H Charger
I Charger with power cord wrap facility
J Luxury holder
B
Refer to bottom of charger for voltage specifications.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
Sonicare\ has been carefully engineered for both effectiveness and
safety. However, basic safety precautions should always be followed
when using any electrical product, especially when children are present.
DANGER
To reduce the risk of electrocution:
1) DO NOT place or store the charger where it can fall or be pulled
into a tub or sink.
2) DO NOT place or drop the charger into water or other liquid.
3) DO NOT reach for a charger that has fallen into water.
Unplug immediately.
4) DO NOT use while bathing.
5) DO NOT plug the charger into an incorrect voltage source outlet.
It has been designed for use with a specific electrical voltage.
6) This instrument is designed for plugging into an electrical outlet.
Refer to the bottom of the charger for voltage specification.
Voltage converters or plug adapters DO NOT guarantee voltage
compatibility. Never force the plug into an outlet.
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WARNING
To reduce the risk of burns, electrocution, fire or injury:
1) Close supervision is necessar y when this product is used by or on
children or the disabled.
2) Use this product only for its intended use as described in this
booklet. Do not use attachments not recommended by the
manufacturer. See voltage information above.
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3) Never operate the charger if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not
working properly, if it has been dropped or if it has been dropped into
water. This product contains no serviceable parts. If repair is needed
please refer to the Customer Service Information section of this
manual and contact one of our representatives.
4) Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
5) If your favorite toothpaste includes peroxide, baking soda or other
bicarbonate (common in whitening toothpastes), it is important that
you thoroughly clean your brush head with soap and water after
each use
MEDICAL WARNINGS
1) Avoid using a brush head with crushed or bent bristles. Damaged
bristles may break off while brushing. In order to prevent this,
replace the brush head with a new one every 6 months or sooner if
signs of wear appear.
2) Similar to starting with any new manual or electric oral hygiene
product, consult your dental professional before using this product if
you have had oral or gum surgery in the previous 2 months.
3) Contact your dental professional if excessive bleeding occurs after
using this product or bleeding continues to occur after 1 week of use.
4) If you have any questions concerning usage with a pacemaker or
other implanted device, consult your physician or the implanted
device manufacturer prior to use. Sonicare has been tested and is
compliant with safety standards for electromagnetic devices.
5) The Sonicare toothbrush is a personal care device and is not
intended for use on multiple patients in a dental office or institution.
6) This product is designed for cleaning teeth, gums and tongue only.
Do not use it for any other purpose.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Preparing for use
To attach the Sonicare brush head:
1 Align the front of the brush head with the front of the
C
toothbrush handle. Match the bars on the brush head with the
notches inside the top of the handle and slide the brush head
onto the handle.
2 Turn the brush head nut clockwise until it is firmly tightened.
C
If the brush head rattles during use, tighten the nut further.
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.
1 To charge your Sonicare, place the handle in the charger with
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C
the Sonicare logo 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 green
charge indicator LED 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.
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 Sonicare's battery.
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Using the appliance
Useful tips
◗ You can use your favorite toothpaste with your Sonicare.
◗ The brush head comes with a convenient travel cap. Remove the
travel cap from the brush head before turning on your Sonicare.
◗ Place the brush head in your mouth before turning on your
Sonicare, and be sure it is turned off before removing it from your
mouth, otherwise toothpaste may splatter.
◗ Rinse the brush head and bristles after each use.
◗ Clean the brush head weekly, including under the nut.
◗ 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: voltage conver ters and plug adapters DO NOT guarantee
voltage compatibility. Always check for voltage compatibility.