Philips 5 User manual

5 Series gum health
Rechargeable Sonic Toothbrush
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English 5
Deutsch 18
Español 33
Français 47
Italiano 62
Nederlands 76
Português 90
Ελληνικα 105

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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 this user manual carefully before you
use the appliance and save it for future
reference.
Danger
-Keep the charger away from water. Do not
place or store it over or near water
contained in a bathtub, washbasin, sink etc.
Do not immerse the charger in water or any
other liquid. 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.
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-Do not use the charger outdoors or near
heated surfaces.
-If the appliance is damaged in any way
(brush head, toothbrush handle or charger),
stop using it. This appliance contains no
serviceable parts. If the appliance is
damaged, contact the Consumer Care
Centre in your country (see chapter
‘Guarantee and support').
-This appliance can be used by children
aged from 8 years and above and by
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 if they
understand the hazards involved.Children
shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning
and user maintenance shall not be made by
children unless they are older than 8 and
supervised.
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Caution
-Do not clean the brush head, the handle or
the charger in the dishwasher.
-If you have had oral or gum surgery in the
previous 2 months, consult your dentist
before you use the toothbrush.
-Consult your dentist if excessive bleeding
occurs after using this toothbrush or if
bleeding continues to occur after 1 week of
use. Also consult your dentist if you
experience discomfort or pain when you use
the Philips Sonicare.
-The Philips Sonicare toothbrush complies
with the safety standards for
electromagnetic devices. If you have a
pacemaker or other implanted device,
contact your physician or the device
manufacturer of the implanted device prior
to use.
-If you have medical concerns, consult your
doctor before you use the Philips Sonicare.
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-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 Philips Sonicare toothbrush is a
personal care device and is not intended for
use on multiple patients in a dental practice
or institution.
-Stop using a brush head with crushed or
bent bristles. Replace the brush head every
3 months or sooner if signs of wear appear.
Do not use other brush heads than the ones
recommended by the manufacturer.
-If your toothpaste contains peroxide, baking
soda or bicarbonate (common in whitening
toothpastes), thoroughly clean the brush
head with soap and water after each use.
This prevents possible cracking of the
plastic.
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-Avoid contact with liquids that contain
essential oils (common in strong
mouthwashes) as damage to hard and soft
plastic may occur.
Electromagnetic fields (EMF)
This Philips appliance complies with all
applicable standards and regulations
regarding exposure to electromagnetic fields.
General description (Fig. 1)
1 Hygienic travel cap
2 Brush head
3 Handle
4 Power on/off and mode button
5 Intensity level indicator
6 Intensity level button (+ and -)
7 Mode indicator
8 Battery level indicator
9 Charger
Note: The content of the box may vary based on the model
purchased.
Preparing for use
Attaching the brush head
1Align the brush head so the bristles point in the same direction as
the front of the handle (Fig. 2).
2Firmly press the brush head down onto the metal shaft until it
stops (Fig. 3).
Note: Philips Sonicare brush heads are imprinted with icons to easily
identify your brush head (Fig. 4).
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Charging your Philips Sonicare
1Plug the charger into an electrical outlet.
2Place the handle on the charger (Fig. 5).
-The flashing light of the battery level indicator indicates that the
toothbrush is charging.
-When the battery is fully charged, the battery level indicator
lights up solid green for 10 seconds before it turns off.
Note: It can take up to 48 hours to fully charge the battery, but the
Philips Sonicare may be used before it is fully charged.
Using the appliance
Brushing instructions
1Wet the bristles and apply a small amount of toothpaste.
2Place the toothbrush bristles against the teeth at a slight angle (45
degrees), pressing firmly to make the bristles reach the gumline or
slightly beneath the gumline (Fig. 7).
Note: Keep the center of the brush in contact with the teeth at all
times.
3Press the power on/off and mode button to turn on the Philips
Sonicare.
4Apply light pressure to maximize Philips Sonicare’s effectiveness
and let the Philips Sonicare toothbrush do the brushing for you. Do
not scrub.
5Gently move the brush head slowly across the teeth in a small
back and forth motion so the longer bristles reach between your
teeth. Continue this motion throughout the brushing cycle.
6To clean the inside surfaces of the front teeth, tilt the brush handle
semi-upright and make several vertical overlapping brushing
strokes on each tooth (Fig. 8).
Note: To make sure you brush evenly throughout the mouth,
divide your mouth into 4 sections using the Quadpacer feature
(see chapter ‘Features’).
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7Begin brushing in section 1 (outside upper teeth) and brush for 30
seconds before you move to section 2 (inside upper teeth).
Continue brushing in section 3 (outside lower teeth) and brush for
30 seconds before you move to section 4 (inside lower teeth (Fig.
9)).
8After you have completed the brushing cycle, you can spend
additional time brushing the chewing surfaces of your teeth and
areas where staining occurs. You can also brush your tongue, with
the toothbrush turned on or off, as you prefer (Fig. 10).
Your Philips Sonicare is safe to use on:
- Braces (brush heads wear out sooner when used on braces).
- Dental restorations (fillings, crowns, veneers).
Note: Ensure that braces or dental restorations are properly adhered
and not compromised. If not, braces or dental restorations may be
damaged when they come into contact with the brush head.
Note: When the Philips Sonicare is used in clinical studies, the default
2-minute Clean mode with high intensity must be selected. The
handle should be fully charged and the Easy-start feature
deactivated.
Brushing modes
Clean mode
The ultimate in plaque removal (default mode). Clean mode lasts for
2 minutes and includes four 30 second Quadpacer intervals.
Gum Plus mode
To gently stimulate your gums. Gum Plus mode lasts for 2 minutes
and includes four 30 second Quadpacer intervals.
1Press the power on/off and mode button to turn on your Philips
Sonicare.
2Press the power on/off and mode button again within 2.5 seconds
to switch to Gum Plus mode.
3Press the power on/off and mode button after 2.5 seconds to
pause your Philips Sonicare
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Intensity levels
-Low: 1 LED indicator light
-Medium: 2 LED indicator lights
-High: 3 LED indicator lights
Note: To adjust the intensity level to the next higher or lower level,
press the + intensity level button to increase intensity or the -
intensity level button to decrease intensity at any time during the
brushing cycle
Battery status (when handle is not on charger)
- A flashing yellow battery level indicator indicates a low charge.
- A flashing green battery level indicator indicates a moderate
charge.
- A solid green battery level indicator indicates a full charge (Fig. 6).
Note: If you hear 5 beeps and the battery level indicator flashes
yellow, this means that you have to recharge the battery. When the
battery is completely empty, the Philips Sonicare turns off. Place the
Philips Sonicare on the charger to charge it.
To keep the battery fully charged at all times, you may keep your
Sonicare on the charger when not in use.
Features
Smartimer
The Smartimer indicates that your brushing cycle is complete by
automatically turning off the toothbrush at the end of the brushing
cycle.
Dental professionals recommend brushing no less than 2 minutes
twice a day.
Easy-start
The Easy-start feature gently increases the power over the first 14
brushings to help you get used to the brushing with the Philips
Sonicare.This Philips Sonicare comes with the Easy-start feature
deactivated.
Activating or deactivating the Easy-start feature
1Attach the brush head to the handle.
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2Place the handle in the plugged-in charger.
To activate Easy-start:
Press and hold the power on/off and mode button for 2 seconds. You
hear 2 beeps and the battery level indicator lights up green to
indicate that the Easy-start feature has been activated.
To deactivate Easy-start:
Press and hold the power on/off and mode button for 2 seconds. You
hear 1 beep and the battery level indicator lights up yellow to indicate
that the Easy-start feature has been deactivated.
Note: Using the Easy-start feature beyond the initial ramp-up period
is not recommended and reduces Philips Sonicare effectiveness in
removing plaque.
Quadpacer
The Quadpacer is an interval timer that has a short beep and pause to
remind you to brush the 4 sections of your mouth evenly and
thoroughly (Fig. 11).
Depending on the brushing mode you have selected, the Quadpacer
beeps at different intervals during the brushing cycle. See the
"brushing modes" section for more details.
Activating or deactivating the Quadpacer feature:
Place the handle in the plugged-in charger.
- To activate Quadpacer:
Press and hold the intensity level button down (-) for 2 seconds.
You hear 2 beeps and the battery level indicator lights up green to
indicate that the Quadpacer feature has been activated.
- To deactivate Quadpacer:
Press and hold the intensity level button down (-) for 2 seconds.
You hear 1 beep and the battery level indicator lights up yellow to
indicate that the Quadpacer feature has been deactivated.
Charger confirmation
When the charger confirmation feature is activated, the handle beeps
and vibrates briefly when it is placed on the charger base. This Philips
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Sonicare model comes with the charger confirmation feature
deactivated.
Activating or deactivating the charger confirmation feature:
Place the handle on the charger.
- To activate charger confirmation:
Press and hold the intensity level button up (+) for 2 seconds. You
hear 2 beeps and the battery level indicator lights up green twice
to indicate that the charger confirmation feature has been
activated.
- To deactivate charger confirmation:
Press and hold the intensity level button up (+) for 2 seconds. You
hear 1 beep and the battery level indicator lights up yellow once to
indicate that the charger confirmation feature has been
deactivated.
Cleaning
Toothbrush handle
1Remove the brush head and rinse the metal shaft area with warm
water. Make sure you remove any residual toothpaste (Fig. 12).
Caution: Do not push on the rubber seal on the metal shaft with
sharp objects, as this may cause damage.
2Wipe the entire surface of the handle with a damp cloth.
Brush head
1Rinse the brush head and bristles after each use (Fig. 13).
2Remove the brush head from the handle and rinse the brush head
connection with warm water at least once a week.
Charger
1Unplug the charger before you clean it.
2Wipe the surface of the charger with a damp cloth. Make sure you
remove any toothpaste or other residue from the charger surfaces.
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Storage
If you are not going to use the Sonicare for an extended period of
time, unplug the charger from the electrical outlet, clean it and store it
in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight.
Replacement
Brush head
Replace Philips Sonicare brush heads every 3 months to achieve
optimal results. Use only Philips Sonicare replacement brush heads.
Recycling
- This symbol means that this product shall not be disposed of with
normal household waste (2012/19/EU) (Fig. 23).
- This symbol means that this product contains a built-in
rechargeable battery which shall not be disposed of with normal
household waste (Fig. 24) (2006/66/EC). We strongly advise you
to take your product to an official collection point or a Philips
service centre to have a professional remove the rechargeable
battery.
- Follow your country’s rules for the separate collection of electrical
and electronic products and rechargeable batteries. Correct
disposal helps prevent negative consequences for the
environment and human health.
Removing the rechargeable battery
Warning: Only remove the rechargeable battery when you discard the
appliance. Make sure the battery is completely empty when you
remove it.
To remove the rechargeable battery, you need a towel or cloth, a
hammer and a flat-head (standard) screwdriver. Observe basic safety
precautions when you follow the procedure outlined below. Be sure
to protect your eyes, hands, fingers, and the surface on which you
work.
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1To deplete the rechargeable battery of any charge, remove the
handle from the charger, turn on the Philips Sonicare and let it run
until it stops. Repeat this step until you can no longer turn on the
Philips Sonicare.
2Remove and discard the brush head. Cover the entire handle with
a towel or cloth (Fig. 14).
3Hold the top of the handle with one hand and strike the handle
housing 0.5 inch above the bottom end. Strike firmly with a
hammer on all 4 sides to eject the end cap (Fig. 15).
Note: You may have to hit on the end several times to break the
internal snap connections.
4Remove the end cap from the toothbrush handle. If the end cap
does not release easily from the housing, repeat step 3 until the
end cap is released (Fig. 16).
5Holding the handle upside down, press the shaft down on a hard
surface. If the internal components do not easily release from the
housing, repeat step 3 until the internal components are released
(Fig. 17).
6Remove the rubber battery cover.
7Wedge the screwdriver between the battery and the black frame
at the bottom of the internal components. Then pry the
screwdriver away from the battery to break the bottom of the
black frame (Fig. 20).
8Insert the screwdriver between the bottom of the battery and the
black frame to break the metal tab connecting the battery to the
green printed circuit board. This will release the bottom end of the
battery from the frame (Fig. 21).
9Grab the battery and pull it away from the internal components to
break the second metal battery tab (Fig. 22).
Caution: Be aware of the sharp edges of the battery tabs so as
to avoid injury to your fingers.
10 Cover the battery contacts with tape to prevent any electrical short
from residual battery charge. The rechargeable battery can now be
recycled and the rest of the product discarded appropriately.
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Guarantee and support
If you need information or support, please visit
www.philips.com/support or read the separate worldwide guarantee
leaflet.
Guarantee restrictions
The terms of the international guarantee do not cover the following:
- Brush heads.
- Damage caused by use of unauthorised replacement parts.
- Damage caused by misuse, abuse, neglect, alterations or
unauthorised repair.
- Normal wear and tear, including chips, scratches, abrasions,
discolouration or fading.
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Einführung
Herzlichen Glückwunsch zu Ihrem Kauf und willkommen bei Philips!
Um die Unterstützung von Philips optimal nutzen zu können, sollten
Sie Ihr Produkt unter www.philips.com/welcome registrieren.
Wichtig
Lesen Sie diese Bedienungsanleitung vor dem
Gebrauch des Geräts aufmerksam durch, und
bewahren Sie sie für eine spätere
Verwendung auf.
Gefahr
-Halten Sie das Ladegerät von Wasser fern.
Stellen Sie es nicht über oder direkt bei
einer mit Wasser gefüllten Badewanne bzw.
einem Waschbecken ab. Tauchen Sie das
Ladegerät nicht in Wasser oder andere
Flüssigkeiten. Nach der Reinigung, achten
Sie darauf, dass das Ladegerät völlig trocken
ist, bevor Sie es wieder an die Steckdose
anschließen.
Warnhinweis
-Das Netzkabel kann nicht ersetzt werden. Ist
das Netzkabel beschädigt, müssen Sie das
Ladegerät entsorgen.
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-Tauschen Sie das Ladegerät immer durch
ein Original-Ersatzgerät aus, um
Gefährdungen zu vermeiden.
-Benutzen Sie das Ladegerät nicht im Freien
oder in der Nähe von heißen Oberflächen.
-Benutzen Sie das Gerät nicht, wenn es
beschädigt ist (Bürstenkopf, Handstück oder
Ladegerät). Dieses Gerät enthält keine Teile,
die vom Benutzer repariert werden können.
Wenn das Gerät beschädigt ist, wenden Sie
sich bitte an das Service-Center in Ihrem
Land (siehe 'Garantie und Kundendienst').
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