Panasonic EW-DL83 User manual

Operating Instructions
(Household) Sonic Vibration Toothbrush
Model No. EW‑DL83
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Operating Instructions
(Household) Sonic Vibration Toothbrush
Model No. EW‑DL83
Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product.
Before operating this unit, please read these instructions completely and save them for future use.
Safety precautions..................... 6
Partsidentication ............................10
Charging the toothbrush ..................11
Beforecleaningyourteeth ...............12
Using the toothbrush ........................13
Tips on usage ....................................14
After use.............................................15
Troubleshooting ................................17
Batterylife..........................................18
Removing the built-in rechargeable
battery.................................................18
Specications ....................................18
Changing the brush head (Sold
separately)..........................................18
Contents
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Warning
• Be sure to switch off the appliance and remove the power
plug from a household outlet before performing any
maintenance. Failure to do so may result in electric shock.
•Do not wash the AC adaptor and the charging stand.
Doing so may result in electric shock.
•The supply cord cannot be replaced. If the cord is
damaged, the AC adaptor should be scrapped.
• Toothbrushes can be used by children and persons with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of
experience and knowledge if they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance
in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
•Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by
children without supervision.
•Children shall not play with the appliance.
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•Do not use anything other than the supplied AC
adaptor and the charging stand. Also, do not charge
any other product with the supplied AC adaptor and
the charging stand.
•The following symbol indicates that a specific
detachable power supply unit is required for connecting
the electrical appliance to the supply mains. The type
references of power supply unit and charging stand are
marked near the symbol.
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Safety precautions
To reduce the risk of injury, loss of life, electric shock, fire, and
damage to property, always observe the following safety precautions.
Explanation of symbols
The following symbols are used to classify and describe the level
of hazard, injury, and property damage caused when the
denotation is disregarded and improper use is performed.
DANGER Denotes a potential
hazard that will result in
serious injury or death.
WARNING Denotes a potential
hazard that could result in
serious injury or death.
CAUTION Denotes a hazard that
could result in minor injury
or property damage.
The following symbols are used to classify and describe the type
of instructions to be observed.
This symbol is used to alert users to a specific operating
procedure that must not be performed.
This symbol is used to alert users to a specific operating
procedure that must be followed in order to operate the
unit safely.
WARNING
►Preventing accidents
Do not store within the reach of children or infants.
Do not let them use it.
- Doing so may cause an accident or injury due to
accidental ingestion of removable parts.
►Power supply
Do not connect or disconnect the adaptor to a
household outlet with a wet hand.
- Doing so may cause electric shock or injury.
Do not immerse the AC adaptor and the charging
stand in water or wash it with water.
Do not place the AC adaptor and the charging stand
over or near water filled sink or bathtub.
Do not use when the AC adaptor is damaged or
when the fitting into the household outlet is loose.
Do not damage, modify, forcefully bend, pull, twist,
or bundle the cord. Also, do not place anything
heavy on or pinch the cord.
- Doing so may cause electric shock or fire due to a short
circuit.
Do not use in a way exceeding the rating of the
household outlet or the wiring.
- Exceeding the rating by connecting too many power plugs
to one household outlet may cause fire due to overheating.
Always ensure the appliance is operated on an
electric power source matched to the rated voltage
indicated on the AC adaptor.
Fully insert the adaptor.
- Failure to do so may cause fire or electric shock.
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WARNING
Always unplug the adaptor from a household outlet
when cleaning the AC adaptor and the charging stand.
- Failure to do so may cause electric shock or injury.
Regularly clean the power plug and the appliance
plug to prevent dust from accumulating.
- Failure to do so may cause fire due to insulation failure
caused by humidity.
Disconnect the adaptor and wipe with a dry cloth.
►In case of an abnormality or malfunction
Immediately stop using and remove the adaptor if
there is an abnormality or failure.
- Failure to do so may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.
<Abnormality or failure cases>
•The main unit, adaptor, charging stand or cord is
deformed or abnormally hot.
•The main unit, adaptor, charging stand or cord
smells of burning.
•There is abnormal sound during use or charging of
the main unit, adaptor, charging stand or cord.
- Immediately request inspection or repair at an authorized
service centre.
►This product
This product has a built-in rechargeable battery. Do
not throw into fire, apply heat, or charge, use, or
leave in a high temperature environment.
- Doing so may cause overheating, ignition, or explosion.
Do not modify or repair.
- Doing so may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.
Contact an authorized service centre for repair (battery
change, etc.).
Never disassemble except when disposing of the
product.
- Doing so may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.
CAUTION
►Preventing damage to teeth and gums
Do not use the brush with toothpaste that contains
a high abrasive content, such as toothpaste for
removing tar or for whitening.
Do not apply the brush head strongly against teeth
or gums, or use it continuously against same spot.
Do not apply the plastic part of the main unit or
brush head to teeth.
Do not let anyone who cannot operate the brush by
themselves use it.
People with low sensitivity in their mouth should
not use the brush.
- Doing so may cause injury or damage to teeth and gums.
People who may have periodontal disease, have teeth
being treated, or who are concerned about symptoms
in their mouth should consult a dentist before use.
- Failure to do so may cause injury or damage to teeth and
gums.
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CAUTION
►This product
Never use for a purpose other than cleaning your
teeth.
- Doing so may cause an accident or injury.
Do not use if doing so causes you to feel unwell.
- Doing so may result in accidents or cause you to feel unwell.
Do not share the brush head with your family or
other people.
- Doing so may result in infection or inflammation.
Do not place a metallic object such as a coin or a
clip on top of the charging stand.
- Doing so may cause burns due to excessive heat.
►Note the following precautions
Do not drop or hit against other objects.
- Doing so may cause injury.
Do not wrap the cord around the adaptor when
storing.
- Doing so may cause the wire in the cord to break with the
load, and may cause fire due to a short circuit.
Do not allow metal objects or trash to adhere to the
power plug or the appliance plug.
- Doing so may cause electric shock or fire due to a short
circuit.
Disconnect the adaptor from the household outlet
when not charging.
- Failure to do so may cause electric shock or fire due to
electrical leakage resulting from insulation deterioration.
Disconnect the adaptor or the appliance plug while
holding onto the adaptor or the appliance plug
instead of the cord.
- Failure to do so may cause electric shock or injury.
Persons using medical pacemakers, etc. should
consult their physician before use.
- Use may affect pacemakers, etc.
Disposing of the rechargeable battery
DANGER
The rechargeable battery is exclusively for use with this
appliance. Do not use the battery with other products.
Do not charge the battery after it has been removed
from the product.
•Do not throw into fire or apply heat.
•Do not hit, disassemble, modify, or puncture with a
nail.
•Do not let the positive and negative terminals of
the battery get in contact with each other through
metallic objects.
•Do not carry or store the battery together with
metallic jewellery such as necklaces and hairpins.
•Do not charge, use, or leave the battery where it
will be exposed to high temperatures, such as
under direct sunlight or near other sources of heat.
•Never peel off the tube.
- Doing so may cause overheating, ignition, or explosion.
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WARNING
After removing the rechargeable battery, do not
keep it within reach of children and infants.
- The battery will harm the body if accidentally swallowed.
If this happens, consult a physician immediately.
If the battery fluid leaks out, take the following
procedures. Do not touch the battery with your bare
hands.
- The battery fluid may cause blindness if it comes in
contact with your eyes.
Do not rub your eyes. Wash immediately with clean water
and consult a physician.
- The battery fluid may cause inflammation or injury if it
comes in contact with the skin or clothes.
Wash it off thoroughly with clean water and consult a
physician.
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Parts identification
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Back Front
Storage diagram
Main unit
1Toothbrush shaft
2Waterproof rubber seal
3Power switch
(power off/on/mode selection)
4Mode indicator
Battery capacity lamp ( )
Charge status lamp ( )
Charging ring stopper
(Insert the main unit into the
charging stand up to this position
while charging.)
Extra fine brush
Identification ring
Multi-fit brush
Point brush
AC adaptor (RE7-87)
Adaptor
Power plug
Cord
Appliance plug
Charging stand (RC8-1)
Charging ring
Stand socket
Accessories
Brush stand
Carrying case
Inner frame
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Charging the toothbrush
About charging
1 Place the charging stand on a horizontal and
stable place such as sink or shelf.
2 Insert the appliance plug firmly
into the stand socket.
•Align with the +-symbol as
illustrated.
3 With the main unit facing
forwards, set straight into the
charging ring.
•The main unit will stop in a raised
position. (When the charging ring
stopper (a) touches the charging ring)
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4 Insert the adaptor into the household
outlet.
(How to check if charging is completed)
Removing or attaching the main unit while
charging will cause the charge status lamp ( ) to glow and
then turn off after 5 seconds.
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Disconnect the adaptor from the household outlet.
(for safety and to reduce energy usage)
•Charging the battery for more than 1 hour will not damage
the main unit.
• Charging is completed after approx. 1 hour.
The charging time may differ with the charging capacity.
• A full charge will supply enough power for approx. 60 minutes use.
(Use time may vary depending on ambient temperature and use
conditions.)
Display while charging
The charge status lamp ( ) glows.
While charging
(Low battery capacity)
After charging is completed
The battery capacity lamp ( ) and the charge status lamp ( )
glow and then turn off after 5 seconds.
Notes
•The charging time may vary when using for the first time, or
when it has not been in use for more than 6 months. Also, the
charge status lamp ( ) may not glow for a few minutes after
charging starts, but it will glow if charging continues.
•Recommended ambient temperature for charging is 5 – 35 °C.
The battery may not charge properly or not at all under extreme
low or high temperatures.
•If the charge status lamp ( ) blinks quickly (twice per second),
it may be due to a charging error or because the main unit is not
properly mounted on the charging stand. Confirm the
recommended temperature and mount the main unit on the
charging stand properly.
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About battery capacity display
High battery
capacity
Low battery
capacity
•The battery capacity is indicated in 3‑level LEDs.
•The battery capacity lamp ( ) glows or blinks when the main
unit is turned on.
The battery capacity lamp ( ) will go off after 5 seconds when
the main unit is turned off.
•The lamp on the left side blinks, indicating it is time to charge.
•When you turn off the main unit while the battery capacity is low,
the unit beeps.
About quick charge
Even if the charge runs out, charging for 2 minutes will provide
approximately 2 minutes of use.
(Use time may vary depending on ambient temperature and use
conditions.)
Before cleaning your teeth
The Sonic Vibration Toothbrush is an electric toothbrush with sonic
vibration* of approximately 31 000 brush strokes/minute.
* Sonic vibration in acoustic wave field
When you first begin using the toothbrush, you may experience slight
bleeding of the gums even though your gums may be healthy. This is
because your gums are receiving stimulation by the toothbrush for
the first time. The bleeding should stop after one or two weeks of use.
Bleeding that persists for more than two weeks may be indication of
an abnormal condition of your gums, such as pyorrhea. In this case,
stop using the toothbrush and consult your dentist.
►Aboutsoftstartfunction(ForREGULARmodeonly)
To prevent toothpaste from spattering and to get accustomed to
the high speed vibration, the toothbrush will gradually reach the
selected speed and vibration approximately 2 seconds after it
starts operating.
►Aboutthe30-secondbrushingnoticationtimerfunction
The toothbrush will pause once at 30‑second intervals to indicate
the brushing time. The main unit pauses twice at 2‑minute intervals
then starts again.
• Divide your teeth into 4 parts (upper
and lower, left and right), and brush
one part in order such as “1front of
the teeth”, “2biting plane of the
teeth”, and “3back of the teeth”
spending 30 seconds.
By brushing the above 4 parts for 30
seconds each (about 2 minutes), you
can evenly brush your teeth without
missing any spots in your mouth.
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Using the toothbrush
•The appliance may not operate in an ambient temperature
approximately 5 °C or lower.
•Do not put the main unit in contact with hair products, hand
creams, etc.
Doing so may damage the exterior.
1 Place the brush head firmly onto
the toothbrush shaft.
•Ensure that the direction is correct.
Align the front of the main unit and the
front of the brush head.
•Do not attach the brush head by twisting it
into place.
Doing so may damage the brush head and
main unit.
•The toothbrush shaft will move when a
force is applied. This is required for
operation, and is not a malfunction.
•There is a small gap between the brush
head and the main unit (a few mm). This
is necessary for operation and is not a
malfunction.
2 Place the toothbrush in your mouth.
To avoid spattering of toothpaste, put the brush head in your
mouth before turning the power on.
•Apply a small amount of toothpaste.
3 Press the power switch to turn on
the main unit.
•Move the brush head with the bristles lightly
touching your teeth.
•When first using this appliance, some people
may experience a tickling or tingling
sensation caused by the sonic vibrations.
The sensation should subside after you use
the toothbrush several more times.
•A sound may be heard when the brush head
is pressed too strongly against the teeth, but
this is not a malfunction.
4 Select the mode.
•Each time you press the power switch, the
mode changes. (When you turn the power
on, the unit is in REGULAR mode.)
Mode Description
REGULAR Recommended for normal brushing.
SOFT Recommended when you feel the REGULAR
mode is too powerful.
Brushing See page 14.
Brush difficult-to-
reach areas See page 14.
5 Turn off the main unit when you have finished
brushing.
•Turn off the main unit before removing it from your mouth to
prevent saliva from spattering.
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Tips on usage
Brushing
Extra fine brush
When you want to brush mainly the periodontal
pocket. (You can also brush the teeth front surface
and the biting surface.)
Multi-fit brush
When you want to make your teeth front surface and
biting surface clean. (You cannot brush the
periodontal pocket.)
•Choose the brush head depending on use and area.
How to apply/move the toothbrush
Apply the bristles of the brush lightly against the teeth and move
the toothbrush slowly.
Periodontal pocket
•Use the extra fine brush.
•Place the brush head at a 45°
angle.
•Apply the bristles of the extra fine
brush lightly into the periodontal
pocket and move the toothbrush
slowly.
45°
Front surface and the biting surface of teeth
•Apply the brush head at a 90°
angle. 90°
For the back of the front teeth or misaligned teeth
•Place the brush vertically.
•Move toothbrush to match the angle of the teeth.
For the boundary between the teeth and gums
•Apply the brush head at a 45° angle. 45°
Brush difficult-to-reach areas
Point brush
For the gap between teeth, the rear of the back teeth
or misaligned teeth.
How to apply/move the toothbrush
Apply the bristles of the brush lightly against your teeth.
Gap between teeth Rear of the back teeth
•Place the brush at gap
between teeth or areas that
are hard to brush.
• Move the toothbrush slowly
in line with the gums.
•Brush the rear of the back
teeth thoroughly, as they are
hard to reach.
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Misaligned teeth Braces
•Apply the brush into the gap
between braces and teeth,
and then brush.
After use
Cleaning the brush head and the main unit
1 Remove the brush head.
•Remove the brush head straight from the
toothbrush shaft.
2 Wash the brush head under
running water.
Wash the following parts thoroughly:
•Soiling on the inside and bottom areas of
the brush head
Observe caution regarding the following points:
•Do not pull the bristles of the brush
forcefully.
•Do not wash with water hotter than 80 °C.
Doing so may damage the brush head.
3 Wash the main unit under
running water.
•Do not damage or rub the
waterproof rubber seal (A) with
hard materials.
Do not leave the main unit under
water. Water may enter inside.
•Do not wash with water hotter than
40 °C.
Doing so may damage the main unit.
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4 Wipe off water from the brush head and main
unit for storage.
Do not charge while it is wet.
Doing so may cause soiling.
If the identification ring comes off
As shown in the diagram at right, attach by
aligning the indentation in the brush head with
the raised part of the identification ring.
•Do not forcefully pull the identification ring.
Doing so may cause damage.
•Using the toothbrush without the identification
ring has no effect on its performance.
Cleaning the AC adaptor and the charging stand
Remove dirt with a cloth.
•Do not wash with water.
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Cleaning the brush stand and the carrying case
►Brush stand
Wipe off water after washing.
►Carryingcase
1. Remove the inner frame.
1Hold the right end of the carrying
case.
2With the right end of the inner frame
facing up, pull up the inner frame.
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2. Wash with water and wipe
off water.
Notes
•Use neutral kitchen detergent when cleaning the toothbrush with
detergent.
•Do not use thinner, benzine, alcohol, etc. to clean the appliance.
Doing so may cause failure, cracking or discoloration of the parts.
If the top case has come off
1. Align the mounting section
(c) of the top case (a) and
the bottom case (b) as
shown in the figure.
2.
Press the top case in the
direction indicated by arrows.
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Troubleshooting
Problem Possible cause Action
The charge status lamp ( )
does not glow when charging
starts.
You have just purchased the toothbrush or
have not used it for a while.
The charge status lamp ( ) may not glow for
several minutes after starting to charge it, but it will
glow if you continue to charge it. If the charge
status lamp ( ) does not glow after a while,
consult with an authorized service centre for repair.
The main unit is not properly mounted on the
charging stand.
Insert the main unit in the charging ring and check that
the charge status lamp ( ) glows. (See page 11.)
The charge status lamp ( )
is blinking rapidly.
(Twice every second)
The temperature is too low or high while
charging.
Charge the toothbrush within the recommended
charging temperature of 5 °C to 35 °C.
If the charge status lamp ( ) blinks even when
charging within the recommended temperature range,
please contact an authorized service centre for repair.
The toothbrush can only be
used for a few minutes, even if
it is charged.
The main unit is not properly mounted on the
charging stand.
Insert the main unit in the charging ring and check that
the charge status lamp ( ) glows. (See page 11.)
The rechargeable battery has reached its
operating life. (Approx. 3 years)
Replace the battery. (See page 18.)
Contact the authorized service centre where
purchased.
The battery capacity lamp ( )
turns off without blinking.
The toothbrush does not
operate. The appliance is used with approximately
5 °C or lower.
Do not use the appliance with approximately 5 °C
or lower.
The toothbrush stops operating
every once in a while.
The “30‑second brushing notification timer
function” is in operation. (See page 12.)
This is not a malfunction.
Continue using it.
The vibration increases
gradually when pressing the
power switch.
The “Soft start function” is in operation.
(See page 12.)
This is not a malfunction.
Continue using it.
The toothbrush shaft moves. This is not a malfunction. (See page 13.)
If the problems still cannot be solved, contact the store where you purchased the unit or a service centre authorized by Panasonic for repair.
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Battery life
Approximately 3 years. The battery may have reached its operating life
if the usage frequency decreases drastically, even after a full charge.
(The operating life of the battery may differ depending on usage or
storage conditions.)
Removing the built-in rechargeable battery
Remove the built-in rechargeable battery before disposing the
toothbrush.
Please make sure that the battery is disposed of at an officially
designated location if there is one.
This figure must only be used when disposing the toothbrush, and
must not be used to repair it. If you dismantle the toothbrush yourself,
it will no longer be waterproof, which may cause it to malfunction.
•Press the power switch to turn on the power and then keep the
power on until the battery is completely discharged.
Disassemble the toothbrush after discharging the battery completely.
•Perform steps 1to 4and lift the battery, and then remove it.
•Take care not to short circuit the positive and negative terminals
of the removed battery, and insulate the terminals by applying
tape to them.
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For environmental protection and recycling of materials
This toothbrush contains a Li‑ion battery.
Please make sure that the battery is disposed of at an officially
assigned location, if there is one in your country.
Specifications
Power source See the name plate on the product
(Automatic voltage conversion)
Charging time Approx. 1 hour
(Room temperature: 5 °C‑ 35 °C)
Battery 1 Lithium‑ion battery
(3.6 V; 400 mAh)
Airborne Acoustical
Noise 60 (dB (A) re 1 pW)
This product is intended for household use only.
Changing the brush head (Sold separately)
•The brush should be replaced with a new one every 3 months or
so due to hygiene reasons, even if its shape is unchanged.
Even within 3 months, please exchange the brush head if the
bristles are frayed.
Part number Replacement Brush for EW‑DL83
WEW0935 Extra fine brush
WEW0936 Multi‑fit brush
EW0940 Point brush
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Disposal of Old Equipment and Batteries
OnlyforEuropeanUnionandcountrieswithrecycling
systems
These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or
accompanying documents mean that used electrical
and electronic products and batteries must not be
mixed with general household waste.
For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old
products and batteries, please take them to applicable
collection points in accordance with your national
legislation.
By disposing of them correctly, you will help to save
valuable resources and prevent any potential negative
effects on human health and the environment.
For more information about collection and recycling,
please contact your local municipality.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of
this waste, in accordance with national legislation.
Noteforthebatterysymbol(bottomsymbol)
This symbol might be used in combination with a
chemical symbol. In this case it complies with the
requirement set by the Directive for the chemical
involved.
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