Clinique Sonic System User manual

Clinique Sonic System
purifying cleansing brush
user guide

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
•CliniqueSonicSystemisnotintendedtobeusedbypersons(including
children) with impaired physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lacking
experience and/or know-how unless they are supervised by or have
received instructions from a person who is responsible for their safety,
regarding how the appliance should be used.
•Makesurethatchildrendonotplaywiththisdevice.
•PlaceChargingBaseonasturdy,level,drysurface.
•Thesupplierrejectsanyliabilityforanylossesincurredbynotfollowing
these operating instructions, non-professional repair or incorrect
operation. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in
this manual.
•Onlyconnectthedirectplug-inwalladaptorwiththeUSBporttoAC
voltage(100-240V).TheUSBplugattheendofthecablefromthe
ChargingBasecanbeinsertedintotheUSBportofthewalladaptor.
CliniquestronglyrecommendsthattheUSBadaptorsuppliedwiththe
productbeusedtorechargethedevice.ManycomputershaveUSB
ports too, but computers function differently. While charging the Cleansing
Brushinacomputer,removeaccessoriespluggedintootherUSBports.
•ChecktheUSBcablefordamage/cracksonaregularbasis.TheUSB
cable is not replaceable.
•DonotuseorstoretheChargingBaseoradaptornearwater,wherethey
can be pulled into water, outdoors or where oxygen is being administered.
•NeverimmerseChargingBase,itscableortheadaptorinanyliquids.
•Nevertouchtheadaptorwithwethandsandneverdisconnectthe
ChargingBasebypullingthecable.
•Nevertouchtheproductwithsharporhotobjects.Donotwrapthecable
around the appliance.
•Neveroperatewithdamagedadaptor,ChargingBaseorhandle,orifnot
working properly, or if it has been dropped, damaged, or if the adaptor,
ChargingBaseoritscablewasdroppedintowater.
•Itisnotpossibletoreplacetherechargeablebattery.
•Donotuseattachmentsnotrecommendedbythemanufacturer.
•Neverusewhilesleepyordrowsy.
•Donotuseanextensioncordwiththisappliance.
•DonotcarrytheChargingBasebythecableorusecableasahandle.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

Angled Tip: Green bristles
specially designed for
T-Zone, forehead, chin
White bristles
specially designed
for cheek area
Charging Indicator Light
On/OffButton
ErgonomicHandle
ChargingBase
CleansingBrush
BrushHead
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Your Clinique Sonic System
PurifyingCleansingBrush
The authority in cleansing Clinique now lets you pair your favourite
Clinique cleanser with our first sonic cleansing brush for another level of
clean. Dermatologist-developed to clean where you need it most. Just
1minute,2timesperday.Removesimpuritiesforclear,healthy-looking
skinandclearer-lookingpores.BytiltingdeepintotheT-Zone,Clinique
Sonic System goes where dirt and oil hang out to draw out impurities.
Gentle on skin yet cleans more effectively than hand washing. Skin is
better prepared to receive skin care treatments. With continued use,
looks and feels smooth, radiant, healthy.
•Swiss-engineeredbrushisshapedfortargetedcleansing.
•Uniquetiltedheadandsonictechnologyreachdeepintoproblemareas:
forehead, chin and nose.
•Twotypesofbristlesaccommodatedifferentareasoftheface.
•Alwayscleanthisproductthoroughlyaftereachuse.
•Ergonomichandle.
•CleansingBrushiswaterproof—canbeusedintheshower.
Warning:ChargingBaseisnotforimmersionorforuseintheshower.
•Rechargeable.
•Visitclinique.com/userguidesforadditionalinformation.
Important Cautions and Warnings
If you are under a doctor’s care for any skin condition, or if you think you
may have a skin condition, please consult your physician before using
the Clinique Sonic System. Do not share brush heads.
Do not use on broken skin or areas of the skin with rash, severe acne
or other skin conditions. Do not use with any cleansing product
containing scrubbing beads or particles.
Do not use around the eye area.
The Clinique Sonic System has no user-serviceable parts. This product
is for household use only. Do not attempt to repair this product. The
cablecannotbereplaced.Ifthecableisdamaged,theChargingBase
must be unplugged. If you have any questions, please visit your nearest
Clinique retailer.
UseonlyChargingBaseandBrushHeadsmadeforyourClinique
Sonic System.

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Operating Instructions
Preparing For Use
Allow Cleansing Brush to charge for at least 24 hours before first
use.
Beforeinitialuse,carefullyunpackyourCliniqueSonicSystemand
remove all packing materials. See illustrations showing the important
parts of the Clinique Sonic System.
HoldBrushHead,angledtipfacingup,sothatitalignswiththeround
diskonthehandle.GentlybutrmlypresstheBrushHeadontothe
round disk until you hear a “click.”
Tocharge,placetheChargingBaseonadry,hard,atsurfaceneara
properly functioning wall-outlet receptacle with the proper voltage rating.
UnfoldtheUSBcable-and-plugtoitsfulllengthandinsertthepluginto
USBportinthedirectplug-inwalladaptor.Insertplugofadaptorinto
the properly functioning wall socket.

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PlacetheCleansingBrushintotheChargingBasewithOn/OffButton
facingforward.TheCleansingBrushmaywarmupduringcharging,
butthishasnosigncancetotheCleansingBrush’soperation.Theunit
cannot be overcharged.
During use, a solid orange light will indicate low battery.
CHARGING INDICATOR LIGHT BATTERY STATUS
Full Orange Low
During charging, a solid green light indicates that charging is complete.
CHARGING INDICATOR LIGHT BATTERY STATUS
BlinkingOrange Re-Charging
Full Green Fully Charged

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Directions for Use
Recommendedcleansingtimeisupto1minute.Donotusethe
CleansingBrusharoundtheeyearea.
Your Skin Type and the cleanser you use will determine how often
youusetheCleansingBrush.Werecommendyoubeginbyusingthe
CleansingBrushfor30seconds,onceaday.Followwithmoisturizer.
Whencomfortable,buildupto1minute,twicedaily.Findtheroutine
that works best for your skin.
•BeforeusingtheCleansingBrush,removemakeuparoundtheeyearea.
•ApplySkinType-appropriatecleansertomoistenedskinordirectlyonto
dampenedBrushHead.CleansingwithadryBrushHeadmaycause
skin irritation.
•Tomaximizethebenetsoftwodifferentbristletypes:Massageina
circular motion on cheek area using white bristles. To clean the T-Zone,
tiltBrushHeadtousethegreenbristlesandmoveintocontoursinan
up-and-downmotion.Avoideyearea.Brushworksbestifyouletit
gentlyglideoverskin—there’snoneedtoapplypressure.
•Massageforapproximately5secondsonforehead,onnoseandonchin
and15secondscombinedoncheeks,for30secondstotalcleansing
time.Whenincreasingto1minute,doublethecleansingtimeoneach
area of the face.
•  PressthebuttontostoptheCleansingBrush,orCleansingBrushwill
automaticallyturnoffafter30seconds.TorestartyourCleansingBrush,
simply press the button again.

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•RinsetheBrushHeadthoroughlyaftereachuse.Shakeoffexcesswater
andallowbristlestoairdry.CleanthebackoftheBrushHeadandthe
handleintheareaundertheBrushHeadatleastonceaweek.
Cleaning the Charging Base
AlwaysunplugtheChargingBasefromtheUSBportbeforecleaning.
NeverimmerseChargingBaseinwaterorotherliquid.Neverholdthe
ChargingBaseunderrunningwater.Toclean,simplywipeoffwitha
soft, damp cloth.
Replacing the Brush Head
ReplacetheBrushHeadifyounoticethebristlesareworn.Forbest
results,replaceevery3months.VisityourCliniqueretailerorpurchase
online.UsingtheCleansingBrushtoremovemakeupmaystainthe
bristles, but will not affect performance. If discolouration occurs, clean
theBrushHeadwithmildsoapandwater.
Extended Storage
Tostore,unplugtheChargingBase.Cleanunitandpermitittodry
thoroughly. Cable may be coiled, but make sure it is not twisted.
Traveling with your Clinique Sonic System
CliniqueSonicSystemisperfectlyportable.WhentheCleansingBrush
isfullycharged,itcanoperateforupto3hours(180minutes)without
recharging. If the button accidentally gets pressed and the Cleansing
Brushturnsoninyourluggage,itwillautomaticallyshutoffafter30
seconds.PlacethebrushcoverontheBrushHeadtoprotectbristles.

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Perfect Partners for Gentle Cleansing: Clinique Cleansers
Product Physical and Electrical Specifications
•Batterylifefullychargedisapproximately3hours(180minutes
continuous use).
•Timerequiredforafullchargeis24hours.
•Directplug-inwalladaptorisrated100-240Volts~/50/60Hz1Winput
and5Vdcoutput;ChargingBase5Vdc;RechargeableHandle1.2Vdc.
•AsshownonthebottomoftheChargingBase,theCliniqueSonic
System is a Class III appliance designed to be powered by a safety extra-
lowvoltage(SELV)supply.ThevoltagefromanSELVsupply,limitedhere
to5VDC,islowenoughthatapersoncansafelycomeintocontactwith
the Class III appliance without a risk of electrical shock.
•Thisproductcomplieswithapplicabledirectivesandregulations.
Foaming Facial Soap
SkinTypes1,2,3
Creamy foaming cleanser
gently yet thoroughly
removes dirt, excess oil
and impurities.
Liquid Facial Soap Mild
Skin Type 2
Liquid Facial Soap Oily Skin Formula
SkinTypes3,4
Gentle, effective cleansing developed
by Clinique’s dermatologists leaves skin
feeling fresh, clean, comfortable.

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Frequently Asked Questions
My Cleansing Brush does not work at all, although it has been in
the Charging Base overnight.
We’re sorry you are having this problem. Let’s see if we can find
a simple solution.
•IstheUSBpluginsertedfullyintotheUSBportoftheadaptor?
•IstheCleansingBrushsittingintheChargingBase,withtheBrushHead
andOn/OffButtonfacingforward?
•HastheCleansingBrushbeensittingintheChargingBaseforatleast
24hours?
•IsthechargingindicatorlightabovetheOn/OffButtonontheCleansing
BrushGREEN?Ifyes,haveyoupulledtheCleansingBrushfromthe
ChargingBaseandpressedtheOn/OffButton?
•IstheUSBadaptorfullyinsertedintothewallsocket?
•Tryanotherwallsocket.
Can I clean my face longer than the indicated time?
It is not recommended. Overcleansing may result in skin irritation.
The Brush Head doesn’t clean my face as well as before.
Itmayneedreplacing—theexpectedlifeofourBrushHeadsisabout3
months.Butlet’scheck—
•IstheBrushHeadattachedtothehandleasdirected?
•IstheBrushHeadclean?
The brushing power of my Clinique Sonic System has
greatly decreased.
TheCleansingBrushmustberecharged.Overtime,especiallyifyou
consistentlystoretheCleansingBrushintheChargingBase,thebattery
mayloseitsabilitytofullycharge.Tomaximizethelifeofthebattery,the
CleansingBrushshouldbefullychargedfor24hoursbeforerstuse.In
addition, about every 6 months, it should be used until the battery is fully
exhausted.
Electrical equipment is not permitted to be disposed of with
household waste. Make use of the return policy in designated shops
or collection centres.

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Disposal Information for the EU and Other Countries
with Recycling System
•Itisnotpossibletoreplacetherechargeablebattery.Priortodisposal,
use the appliance until the rechargeable battery is completely
discharged.
•Donotdiscardinnormaltrash.Thisdeviceanditsbatterycontain
hazardoussubstances,which,ifnottreatedproperly,coulddamagethe
environment and human health.
•Whentheproductisdepleted,contactyourlocalauthorityforavailable
collection facilities, or speak to your local retailer to see if they provide a
free collection facility.
•Youshouldnottrytoremovethebatteryyourself,itwillberemovedbya
professional waste treatment facility. For more information contact your
local authority or collection centre.
Information For The Disposal Centre
Battery Disposal Information
•Theappliancecontainsanickelmetalhydride(NiMH)rechargeable
battery. For environmental reasons, it must be disposed of in an
environmentally compatible manner at the end of its service life.
Warranty Information
We stand by our product quality. Every Clinique Sonic System Purifying
CleansingBrushissubjectedtodetailedinspectionsandtesting.
Non-conformingcleansingbrushesareextremelyrare.However,inthe
unlikely event that you are dissatisfied with your Clinique Sonic System
PurifyingCleansingBrushorexperienceanyproblemwithit,Clinique
Laboratories,LLC,767FifthAvenue,NewYork,NY10153(“Clinique”)
offers you the following rights under our Manufacturer’s Limited
Warranty. These rights are in addition to any other legal rights that
you have.
If you would like to take advantage of the Manufacturer’s Limited
Warranty, or have any questions or concerns about the Clinique Sonic
System, please contact our Consumer Care team. Contact details are
provided on the last page of this guide or at clinique.com/userguides.
*For easy troubleshooting, please have your Clinique Sonic System
Purifying Cleansing Brush available when contacting our Consumer
Care team.
TheCliniqueSonicSystemPurifyingCleansingBrush(the“Product”)
comes with a 2-year limited warranty, the terms of which are set out
below(the“LimitedWarranty”)coveringanymanufacturingdefect.

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•For2yearsfromthepurchaseoftheProductfromanauthorizedretailer,
Clinique warrants that the Product is free of any defects in materials and/
orworkmanshipthatbecomeapparentduringNormalUse(asdened
below) of the Product.
•IfthereisadefectintheProductthatiscoveredbythisLimited
Warranty, Clinique will exchange the Product for a new equivalent
Product. This is the sole remedy available under this Limited Warranty.
•Tothemaximumextentpermittedbyapplicablelaw,thisLimited
Warranty is the only warranty that Clinique provides.
“Normal Use” means ordinary personal or household use by consumers
under normal home conditions according to the instruction manual
included with the Product. It does not include using the Product with
anAdaptor(otherthantheonesupplied).Itdoesnotincludeusingthe
Product for any business or commercial use or purpose.
Limitations Applicable to the Limited Warranty
•The Limited Warranty may be relied upon only by the original purchaser
of the Product and if the Product was manufactured by or for Clinique
andsoldbyanauthorizedretailer.
•TomakeaclaimundertheLimitedWarranty,youwillberequiredto
provide Clinique with the purchase receipt evidencing the original
purchase date, and the Product, complete with all accessories and
components originally provided in the box.
•TheLimitedWarrantydoesnotapplyiftheProductisusedotherthan
for Normal Use, including but not limited to misuse of the Product.
Exclusions Applicable to the Limited Warranty
Clinique is not liable for any indirect, incidental, special or consequential
damages arising out of the use of the Product, whether arising from an
electricalissueorotherwise.ThisLimitedWarrantyissubjecttolocal
regulations set forth in the country where the Product was purchased,
andbecausesomejurisdictionsdonotallowtheexclusionorlimitation
of incidental or consequential damages, the above limitation or exclusion
may not apply to you.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ONLY APPLIES TO CONSUMER,
PERSONAL, OR HOUSEHOLD USE. CLINIQUE MAKES NO
WARRANTY, ORAL OR WRITTEN, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
FOR ANY USE OF THE PRODUCT FOR COMMERCIAL OR
BUSINESS PURPOSES. TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW,
EXCEPT AS TO CONSUMER, PERSONAL, OR HOUSEHOLD
USE, CLINIQUE DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES,
INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
OR FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

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