Philips Sonicare 700 series User manual

HealthyWhite
700 series
Rechargeable
sonic toothbrush

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Sonicare 700 series
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
Read this user manual carefully before you use the appliance and save it for
future reference.
DANGERS
To reduce the risk of electrocution:
1 DO NOT place or store the product where it can fall or be pulled into
a tub or sink.
2 Do not place the product in or drop it into water or any other liquid.
3 DO NOT reach for a product that has fallen into water. Unplug
immediately.
4 Do not use the product while bathing.
WARNINGS
To reduce the risk of burns, electrocution, fire to persons:
1 DO NOT plug the product into an outlet with a voltage other than
specified on the bottom of the charger.This product is designed to
operate within a range of 100 to 240 volts.Voltage converters DO
NOT guarantee voltage compatibility.
2 Never force the plug into an outlet; if it does not easily fit into the
outlet, discontinue use.
3 Discontinue 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.
4 Never use the charger if it has a damaged cord or plug.
5 Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
6 Do not use the charger outdoors.
7 Do not use the charger if dropped into water.
8 Avoid 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’).
9 This 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.
10 This 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.
11 Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
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12 Sonicare is a personal care device and is not intended for use on
multiple patients in a dental office or institution.
13 Do not use attachments other than those recommended by the
manufacturer.
14 If 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.
15 To avoid damage to the product, do not place the brush head, handle,
charger or charger covers in the dishwasher for cleaning.
MEDICAL WARNINGS
1 Consult your dental professional before you use this product if you
have had oral or gum surgery in the previous 2 months.
2 Contact your dental professional if excessive bleeding occurs after
using this product or bleeding continues to occur after 1 week of use.
3 If you have a pacemaker or other implanted device contact your
physician or the device manufacturer prior to use.
4 Sonicare has been tested and is compliant with safety standards for
electromagnetic devices.
5 Consult your physician prior to using the Sonicare if you have medical
concerns.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
Your Sonicare (Fig. 1)
A Hygienic travel cap
B Brush head
C Interchangeable color code ring
D Handle with soft grip
E Power on/off button
F Brushing modes
G Charge light indicator
Deluxe charge indicator (select models)
Standard charge indicator (select models)
H Standard charger (select models)
H1 Charger cover with brush head holder
H2 Travel charger
I Deluxe charger (select models)
I1 Charger cover with brush head holder
I2 Travel charger
I3 Charger base with cord wrap
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Getting started
Changing the color code ring
Sonicare brush heads come with interchangeable color code rings to
identify your brush head.
To change the color code ring:
1 Pull the color code ring from the bottom of the brush head.
2 Install a new ring by slipping one edge of the new ring over the
bottom of the brush head.Then press down on the other side to
snap the ring into place.
Attaching the brush head
1 Align the brush head so the bristles face the front of the handle.
2 Firmly press the brush head down onto the metal shaft until it stops.
Note:There is a small gap between the color code ring and the handle.
Charging your Sonicare
1 Plug the charger into a live outlet.
2 Place the handle on the charger.
The battery charge indicator next to the battery symbol flashes to
indicate that the toothbrush is charging.
Battery charge indicator
The battery charge indicator shows the approximate remaining battery
charge.
Deluxe charge indicator (select models):
Solid green: 50-100%
Flashing green: 10-49%
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Flashing yellow: less than 10%
Standard charge indicator (select models):
Solid green: 50-100%
Flashing green: less than 50%
Note:When the battery of your Sonicare is low, you hear 3 beeps after the
completion of the brushing cycle and the battery charge indicator flashes for
30 seconds.
Note:To keep the battery fully charged, you may keep your Sonicare on the
charger when not in use. It takes 24 hours to fully charge the battery.
Using your Sonicare
Brushing instructions
1 Wet the bristles and apply a small amount of toothpaste.
2 Place the toothbrush bristles against the teeth at a slight angle
towards the gumline.
3 Press the power on/off button to turn on the Sonicare.
4 Apply light pressure to maximize Sonicare’s effectiveness and let the
Sonicare toothbrush do the brushing for you.
5 Gently 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 your brushing cycle.
Note:To make sure you brush evenly throughout the mouth, divide your mouth
into 4 sections using the Quadpacer®feature (see chapter ‘Features’).
6 Begin brushing in section 1 (outside top teeth) and brush for 30
seconds before moving to section 2 (inside top teeth). Continue
brushing in section 3 (outside bottom teeth) and brush for 30
seconds before moving to section 4 (inside bottom teeth).
7 After you have completed the brushing cycle, you can
spend additional time brushing the chewing surfaces of your teeth
and areas where staining occurs.You may also brush your tongue,
with the toothbrush turned on or off, as you prefer.
Your Sonicare is safe to use on:
Braces (brush heads wear out sooner when used on braces)
Dental restorations (fillings, crowns, veneers)
Note:The toothbrush may be turned off at any time by pressing and holding
the power on/off button for 2 seconds.
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Clean and White mode brushing instructions
The Clean and White mode combines 2 minutes of Clean mode for a
whole mouth clean, with an additional 30 seconds of White mode to focus
on the visible front teeth.
1 Brush the first 2 minutes as instructed in steps 1-6 above.
2 After the 2 minutes of Clean mode, the White mode begins with
a change in brushing sound and motion.That is your signal to start
brushing the upper front teeth for 15 seconds
3 At the next beep and pause, move to the bottom front teeth for the
final 15 seconds of brushing.
Brushing modes
Sonicare automatically starts in the default Clean mode.To select a
different brushing mode:
1 Press the on/off button to toggle between modes.
The green LED indicates the selected mode.
Note:You can only switch between modes when the toothbrush is turned on.
Clean mode
Standard mode for superior teeth cleaning.
Sensitive mode (select models)
Gentle, yet thorough cleaning for sensitive gums and teeth.
Clean and White mode
2 minutes of Clean mode, with an additional 30 seconds of White mode to
focus on your visible front teeth.
Note:When Sonicare is used in clinical studies, the default 2-minute Clean
mode must be selected. However, in whitening/stain reduction studies, the
Clean and White mode must be selected.The handle should be fully charged
and the Easy-start feature deactivated.
Features
Easy-start®
This Sonicare model comes with the Easy-start®feature activated.
The Easy-start feature gently increases power over the first 14
brushings to ease into the Sonicare experience.
Note: Each of the first 14 brushings must be at least 1 minute in length
to move through the Easy-start ramp-up cycle properly.
Note:When the Clean and White mode is selected, the Easy-start feature is
inactive.
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Deactivating or activating the Easy-start feature
1 Attach your brush head to the handle.
2 Place the handle in the plugged-in charger.
To deactivate Easy-start:
Press and hold the power on/off button for 2 seconds.You hear 1 beep to
indicate that the Easy-start feature has been deactivated.
To activate Easy-start:
Press and hold the power on/off button for 5 seconds.You hear 2 beeps to
indicate that the Easy-start feature has been activated.
Note: Using the Easy-start feature beyond the initial ramp-up period is not
recommended and reduces Sonicare’s effectiveness in removing plaque.
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.
If you want to pause or stop brushing during your 2-minute cycle, press
and hold the power on/off button for 2 seconds. Press the power on/off
button again and the Smartimer picks up where you left off.
The Smartimer automatically resets to the beginning of a 2-minute cycle if:
brushing is paused for 30 seconds or longer.
the handle is returned to the charger.
Quadpacer®(select models)
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.
When you use the two-minute Clean or Sensitive mode, you hear a
short beep and a pause in brushing action at 30, 60 and 90 second
intervals.
When you use the Clean and White mode, you hear and feel a change
in the brush head sound and motion after 2 minutes of Clean mode.
Then move the brush head to the visible top front teeth and brush
them for 15 seconds. At the final beep and pause, move to the visible
bottom teeth and brush them for 15 seconds.
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Cord wrap on deluxe charger (select models)
If your model includes the deluxe charger cover and base, the travel
charger is pre-installed inside the cover. If you want to shorten the power
cord, you can store excess cord in the cord wrap feature built into the
charger base.
1 To separate the charger cover from the charger base, press the two
gray snap bars on the charger base and pull the white charger cover
upwards.
2 Wrap excess power cord around the gray charger base as shown in
the picture. Be sure to wrap the cord on the inside of the two snap
levers.
3 When you have stored the excess cord, guide the power cord
through the small groove in the rear of the gray charger base.
4 Reattach the charger cover by pressing it down over the charger
base until it snaps into place.
Tip: For extra convenience during travel, you can remove the travel charger and
use it without the charger cover and charger base.
Cleaning
Do not clean brush heads, handle, charger or charger covers in the
dishwasher.
Toothbrush handle
1 Remove the brush head and rinse the metal shaft area with warm
water.
Do not push on the rubber seal on the metal shaft with sharp objects, as
this may cause damage.
2 Use a damp cloth to wipe the entire surface of the handle.
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Brush head
1 Rinse the brush head and bristles after each use.
2 Remove the brush head from the handle and rinse the brush head
connection at least once a week with warm water.
Charger
1 Unplug the charger before cleaning.
2 Use a damp cloth to wipe the surface of the charger.
Storage
If you are not going to use the product for an extended period of
time, unplug it from the electrical outlet, clean it and store it in a
cool and dry place away from direct sunlight.You can use the cord
wrap (select models) to store the power cord in an organized manner.
You can store brush heads on the pegs at the back of the charger.
Replacement
Brush head
Replace Sonicare brush heads every 3 months to achieve optimal
results.
Use only Sonicare ProResults replacement brush heads.
Disposal
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.
The built-in rechargeable battery contains substances that may pollute
the environment. Always remove the battery before you discard the
appliance, and recycle or dispose of the battery according to local
waste management requirements.
If you have any recycling questions, contact your local waste
management office.
Removing the rechargeable battery
Please note that this process is not reversible.
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To remove the rechargeable battery, you need 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.
1 To deplete the rechargeable battery of any charge, remove the
handle from the charger, turn on the Sonicare and let it run until
it stops. Repeat this step until you can no longer switch on the
Sonicare.
2 Insert a screwdriver into the slot located at the bottom of the
handle and turn counterclockwise to release the bottom cap.
3 Hold the handle upside down and push down on the shaft to release
the internal components of the handle.
4 Insert the screwdriver under the circuit board, next to the battery
connections, and twist to break the connections. Remove the circuit
board and pry the battery from the plastic carrier.
The rechargeable battery can now be recycled or disposed of and the rest
of the product discarded appropriately.
Guarantee and service
Philips guarantees its products for two years after the date of purchase.
Defects due to faulty materials and workmanship will be repaired or
replaced at Philips expense provided that convincing proof of purchase in
the qualifying period is provided.
Contact our Customer Service Center at 1-800-682-7664 (North
America), outside North America contact your local Philips Customer Care
Center.
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WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS
What is not covered under warranty:
Brush heads
Damage caused by misuse, abuse, neglect, alterations or unauthorized
repair.
Normal wear and tear, including chips, scratches, abrasions,
discoloration or fading.
IMPLIED WARRANTIES
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS
WARRANTIES SET FORTH ABOVE. IN SOME STATES LIMITATIOINS
ON DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES DO NOT APPLY.
LIMITATION OF REMEDIES
IN NO EVENT SHALL PHILIPS OR ANY OF ITS AFFILIATED OR
SUBSIDIARY COMPANIES BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES BASED UPON BREACH OF
WARRANTY, BREACH OF CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE,TORT, OR ANY
OTHER LEGAL THEORY. SUCH DAMAGES INCLUDE,WITHOUT
LIMITATION, LOSS OF SAVINGS OR REVENUE; LOSS OF PROFIT; LOSS
OF USE;THE CLAIMS OF THIRD PARTIES INCLUDING,WITHOUT
LIMITATION, DENTISTS AND DENTAL HYGIENISTS; AND COST OF
ANY SUBSTITUTE EQUIPMENT OR SERVICES. SOME STATES DO
NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
Frequently asked questions
This chapter lists the questions most frequently asked about the appliance.
If you cannot find the answer to your question, contact the Customer Care
Center in your country.
Question Answer
Why doesn’t the Sonicare work? You may need to recharge the Sonicare. Charge the Sonicare for at
least 24 hours.
Make sure that your Sonicare charger is plugged into a live electrical
outlet and not into an outlet controlled by a light switch.
You may need to reattach or replace the brush head.
Why do I feel a tickling sensation
when I use the Sonicare?
You may experience a slight tickling/tingling sensation when you
use the Sonicare for the first time. As you become accustomed to
brushing with Sonicare, this sensation diminishes.
The brush head chatters against
my teeth.What can I do about
this?
To avoid this, keep the brush head properly oriented, with the
bristles placed on the gumline at a slight angle.
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Question Answer
Why does the Sonicare seem less
powerful?
You may need to charge the Sonicare.
The Easy-start feature may be on. Deactivate the Easy-start feature
(See chapter ‘Features’).
You may need to replace your brush head.
Why does the Sonicare seem to
change power during brushing?
You may be in the Clean and White brushing mode. If this is the
case, the toothbrush starts in the Clean mode for 2 minutes
and then changes to the White mode for 30 seconds. The Clean
and White mode has a different sound and brush movement.
Do I need a special charger if I
travel with my Sonicare?
Travel tip: the Sonicare charger can be used with common
worldwide voltages between 100-240V AC, at either 50 or 60Hz. A
simple plug adapter is all that is required.

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