Philips Sonicare FlexCare Platinum Manual

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Sonicare FlexCare Platinum
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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to
Philips! To fully benet from the support that Philips
offers, register your product at www.philips.com/
welcome.
IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
DANGERS
To reduce the risk of electrocution:
1 Do not place or store the charger or sanitizer
where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink,
or where it will sit or drop into water or other
liquid.
2 Do not reach for a charger or sanitizer that has
fallen into water. Unplug immediately.
3
Never use a charger with a damaged cord or plug.
WARNINGS
To reduce the risk of burns, electrocution,
re or physical injury:
1 Do not use attachments other than those
recommended by the manufacturer.
2 This product is designed to operate within a
range of 100 to 240 volts.
3 Do not insert objects into the air openings
of the sanitizer or block these air openings by
placing it on a soft surface or in a position or
location where objects will block these openings
(examples of objects: magazine, tissue paper, hair,
and the like).
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4 Never force the plug into an outlet; if the plug
does not easily t into the outlet, discontinue use.
5 Discontinue use if the product appears damaged
in any way (brush head, handle, charger, sanitizer).
6 The mains cord cannot be replaced. If the mains
cord is damaged, discard the charger and/or
sanitizer.
7 Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
8 Do not use the charger or sanitizer outdoors
or operate the sanitizer where aerosol (spray)
products are being used or where oxygen is
being administered.
9 This product contains no user-serviceable parts.
Refer to ‘Warranty and support’ if the appliance
no longer works properly or needs repair.
10 Use this appliance only for its intended use as
described in this document or as recommended
by your dental professional.
11 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.
12 Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
13 Sonicare is a personal care device for household
use and is not intended for use on multiple
patients in a dental ofce or institution.
14 Discontinue use of the sanitizer if the UV light
bulb remains on when the door is open.
UV light can be harmful to the human eye
and skin. Keep the sanitizer out of the reach of
children at all times.
15 Do not operate the UV sanitizer without the
protective screen in place to avoid contact
with the hot bulb.
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16 If the sanitizer is used for 3 consecutive UV clean
cycles (i.e., 3 times in a row) a minimum of
30 minutes ‘Off Time’ is required before you
start another UV clean cycle.
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 Discontinue use of this product and contact
a physician/dentist if discomfort or pain is
experienced.
4 This product complies with the safety
standards for electromagnetic devices.
If you have a pacemaker or other implanted
device, contact your physician or the device
manufacturer prior to use.
5 Consult your physician if you have other medical
concerns.
Electromagnetic elds (EMF)
This Philips appliance complies with all applicable
standards and regulations regarding exposure to
electromagnetic elds.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
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Your Sonicare (Fig. 1)
1 Hygienic travel cap
2 Brush head with unique identier
3 Handle
4 Power on/off button
5 Intensity level indicator
6 Intensity level button (+ and -)
7 Brushing modes
8 Mode button
9 Battery level indicator
10 UV sanitizer and base with integrated charger
and cord wrap (select models)
- Not shown: UV light bulb
- Not shown: Sanitizer drip tray
- Not shown: Protective screen for UV light bulb
11 Power cord with plug
12 Charger cover with brush head holders
(select models)
13 Travel charger
- Not shown:Travel case
Note:The contents of the box may vary based on the
model purchased.
Getting started
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 on the metal
shaft until it stops.
Note: Sonicare Platinum brush heads come with easily
identiable icons to identify your brush head.
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Charging your Sonicare
1 Put the plug of the charger or sanitizer in an
electrical outlet.
2 Place the handle on the charger.
,The ashing light of the battery level indicator
shows that the toothbrush is charging.
Note: It takes at least 24 hours to fully charge
the battery.
Using your Sonicare
Brushing instructions
1 Wet the bristles.
2 Apply a small amount of toothpaste on
the bristles.
3 Place the toothbrush bristles against the teeth
at a slight angle (45 degrees), pressing rmly to
make the bristles reach the gumline or slightly
beneath the gumline. A change in vibration
(and a slight change in sound) alerts you when
you apply too much pressure while brushing.
Note: Keep the center of the brush in contact with
the teeth at all times.
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4 Press the power on/off button to turn on
the Sonicare.
5 Gently keep the bristles placed on the teeth
and in the gumline. Brush your teeth with small
back and forth motion so the bristles reach
between the teeth.
Note: The bristles should slightly are. Do not scrub.
6 To clean the inside surfaces of the front teeth,
tilt the brush handle semi-upright and make
several vertical overlapping brushing strokes on
each tooth.
7 Begin brushing in section 1 (outside top teeth)
and brush for 30 seconds (45 seconds in Deep
Clean mode) before moving to section 2
(inside top teeth). Continue brushing in
section 3 (outside bottom teeth) and brush for
30 seconds (45 seconds in Deep Clean mode)
before moving to section 4 (inside bottom
teeth). Brush section 4 for 30 seconds until the
Sonicare turns off.
Note:To make sure you brush evenly throughout the
mouth, divide the mouth into 4 sections using the
Quadpacer feature (see chapter ‘Features’).
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Note: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 may wear out more quickly
when used on braces).
- Dental restorations (llings, crowns, veneers,
implants).
Brushing modes
1 Clean: For an exceptional everyday clean
(default mode).
2
White: 2 minutes to remove surface stains and
30 seconds to brighten and polish your front teeth.
3 Deep Clean: Provides an invigorating
3 minutes of alternating cleaning and massaging
to deliver an exceptionally clean experience.
Your Sonicare comes with the Clean mode activated.
Note:When the toothbrush is switched on,
you cannot toggle between modes.
1 Prior to turning on the Sonicare, press the
mode button to toggle between modes.
,The selected brushing mode illuminates.
,Once a brushing mode has been selected,
it remains active until another brushing mode is
selected.
Note:When the Sonicare is used in clinical studies,
it must be used in the default 2-minute Clean mode
at high intensity or in the Deep Clean mode at high
intensity.
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Intensity levels per mode
- 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, you can press the + button to increase
intensity or the - button to decrease intensity at any
time during the brushing cycle.
Pressure Sensor
A change in vibration (and a slight change in sound)
alerts you when you apply too much pressure while
brushing. See chapter ‘Features’.
Battery status (when handle is not on
charger)
- 1 yellow LED indicates a low charge.
- 3 green LEDs indicate a full charge.
Note: If you hear a long beep and the yellow LED of
the battery level indicator ashes, your Sonicare will
turn off until placed on the charger, where it will start
to recharge.
Note:To keep the battery fully charged at all times,
you may keep your Sonicare on the charger when not
in use.
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Features
Pressure Sensor
This Sonicare model comes with the Pressure
Sensor feature activated.The Pressure Sensor works
in all 3 modes and at all 3 intensity levels.
To deactivate or reactivate the Pressure Sensor
feature:
1 Place the handle with a brush head attached
on the plugged-in charger or sanitizer.
2 Press and hold the power button and the
mode button for 2 seconds.
,You hear 1 beep to indicate the Pressure Sensor
has been deactivated.
,You hear 2 beeps to indicate the Pressure
Sensor has been activated.
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. Depending on the
brushing mode you have selected, the Quadpacer
beeps at different intervals during the brushing
cycle.The Quadpacer works in all 3 modes and at
all 3 intensity levels.
The Quadpacer feature on this model has been
activated.To deactivate or reactivate the Quadpacer
feature:
1 Place the handle with a brush head attached on
the plugged-in charger or sanitizer.
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2 Press and hold the mode button for 2 seconds.
,You hear 1 beep to indicate the Quadpacer has
been deactivated.
,You hear 2 beeps to indicate the Quadpacer has
been activated.
Smartimer
The Smartimer indicates that your brushing cycle
is complete when it automatically turns off the
toothbrush at the end of the brushing cycle.
Dental professionals recommend brushing at least
2 minutes twice a day.
Easy-start
The Easy-start feature gently increases power over
the rst 14 brushings to ease into the Sonicare
experience.The Easy-start feature only works in
the Clean mode and at the High intensity level.
This Sonicare model comes with the Easy-start
feature deactivated.To activate or deactivate the
Easy-start feature:
1 Attach your brush head to the handle.
2 Place the handle on the plugged-in charger
or sanitizer.
3 Activate or deactivate Easy-start:
,To activate Easy-start: Press and hold the power
on/off button for 2 seconds.You hear 2 beeps
to indicate that the Easy-start feature has been
activated.
,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.
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Note: Each of the rst 14 brushings must be at least
1 minute in length to properly move through the
Easy-start ramp-up cycle.
Note: Using the Easy-start feature beyond the initial
ramp-up period is not recommended and reduces
Sonicare’s effectiveness in removing plaque.
Sanitizing (select models)
- With the UV sanitizer you can clean your brush
head after every use.
Unplug the sanitizer, discontinue use and
call Consumer Care if:
- The UV light bulb remains on when the
door is open.
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The window is broken or missing from the sanitizer.
- The sanitizer gives off smoke or a burning smell
while it is operating.
Note: UV light can be harmful to the human eye and
skin.This device should be kept out of reach of children
at all times.
1 After brushing, rinse the brush head for
15 seconds and shake off excess water.
Do not place the travel cap on the brush head
during sanitization.
2 Let the brush head to dry in open air for
2 minutes.
3 Place your nger in the door recess on top of
the sanitizer and pull open the door.
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4 Place the brush head on one of the 2 pegs in
the sanitizer with the bristles facing the light
bulb.
Note: Only clean Sonicare snap-on brush heads in the
sanitizer.
Note: Do not clean Sonicare for Kids brush heads in
the sanitizer.
5 Make sure the sanitizer is plugged into an
electrical outlet.
6 Close the door and press the green power
on/off button once to start the UV clean cycle.
Note:You can only turn on the sanitizer if the door is
properly closed.
Note:The sanitizer stops if you open the door during
the sanitizing cycle.
Note: The sanitizer cycle runs for 10 minutes and then
automatically shuts off.
,The sanitizer is in operation when the light
glows through the window.
Cleaning
Do not clean the brush head, handle, travel
charger, charger cover and the UV sanitizer 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.
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2 Use a damp cloth to wipe the entire surface of
the handle.
Do not use isopropyl rubbing alcohol, vinegar,
or essential oil based products to clean the handle
or the brush head.
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.
UV sanitizer (select models)
Do not immerse the sanitizer in water or rinse it
under the faucet.
Do not clean the sanitizer when the UV light
bulb is hot.
For optimal effectiveness, it is recommended to
clean your sanitizer weekly.
1 Unplug the sanitizer.
2 Pull the drip tray straight out. Rinse the drip
tray and wipe it clean with a damp cloth.
3 Clean all interior surfaces with a damp cloth.
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4 Remove the protective screen in front of
the UV light bulb.
To remove the screen, grasp the edges next to the
snaps, gently squeeze and pull out the protective
screen.
5 Remove the UV light bulb.
To remove the light bulb, grasp it and pull it out of
the metal clasp.
6 Clean the protective screen and the UV light
bulb with a damp cloth.
7 Reinsert the UV light bulb.
To reinsert the light bulb, align the bottom of the
light bulb with the metal clasp and push the bulb
into the clasp.
8 Reinsert the protective screen.
To reinsert the screen, align the pegs on the screen
with the slots on the reective surface near the UV
light bulb. Push the screen straight into the slots on
the sanitizer.
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.
Replacement
Brush head
Replace Sonicare brush heads every 3 months to
achieve optimal results. Only use genuine Philips
Sonicare replacement brush heads.
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UV light bulb
Replacement UV bulbs are available through your
Sonicare Consumer Care Center in
North America by calling 1-800-682-7664.
Outside North America, contact your local Philips
Consumer Care Center.Disposal
- This appliance contains a rechargeable battery
which must be disposed of properly.
- Contact your local town or city ofcials for
battery disposal information.You can also call
1-800-8-BATTERY or visit www.rbrc.com for
battery drop-off locations.
- For assistance, visit our website
www.philips.com/support or call
1-800-243-3050 toll free.
Removing the rechargeable battery
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 at-
head (standard) screwdriver. Observe basic safety
precautions when you follow the procedure outlined
below. Be sure to protect your eyes, hands, ngers,
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
turn on the Sonicare.
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2 Insert a athead (standard) screwdriver into
the slot located at the bottom of the handle.
Turn the screwdriver counterclockwise to
release the bottom cap.
3 Place the handle on a solid surface with the
buttons facing up and lightly tap the housing
one inch from the bottom edge with a
hammer.
4 Hold the handle upside down and push
down on the shaft to release the internal
components of the handle.
5 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 and
the rest of the product discarded appropriately.
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Warranty and support
Philips warrants 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.
Use of unauthorized replacement parts will void this
warranty. Contact our Consumer Care Center at
1-800-682-7664 (North America), outside North
America contact your local Philips
Consumer Care Center.
Internet information: www.sonicare.com
(North America) or www.philips.com
(outside North America).
WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS
What is not covered under warranty:
- Brush heads.
- Damage caused by use of unauthorized
replacement parts.
- Damage caused by misuse, abuse, neglect,
alterations or unauthorized repair.
- Normal wear and tear, including chips, scratches,
abrasions, discoloration or fading.
- UV light bulb.
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 LIMITATIONS ON DURATION OF
IMPLIED WARRANTIES DO NOT APPLY.
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