Philips Sonicare FlexCare User manual

Philips FlexCare
Rechargeable Sonic Toothbrush
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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.
-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 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.
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-Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with
the appliance.
Caution
-Do not clean the brush head, the handle, the charger, the charger
cover and/or the sanitiser 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 Sonicare.
-The 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 Sonicare.
-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 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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-Do not insert objects into the air openings of the sanitiser 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 and hair).
-The UV light bulb is hot during and immediately after the sanitising
cycle. Do not touch the UV light bulb when it is hot.
-Do not operate the sanitiser without the protective screen in place
to avoid contact with a hot bulb.
-If the sanitiser has been used for 3 consecutive UV clean cycles
(i.e. 3 times in a row), switch it off for at least 30 minutes before
you start another UV clean cycle.
-Discontinue use of the sanitiser 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 sanitiser out of the reach of children at all times.
Electromagnetic fields (EMF)
This Philips appliance complies with all applicable standards and
regulations regarding exposure to electromagnetic fields.
General description (Fig. 1)
a Hygienic travel cap
b Brush head
c Handle with soft grip
d Power on/off button
e Personalized brushing button
f Brushing modes (select models)
g Brushing routines (select models)
h Deluxe recharge gauge
i Travel charger
j UV sanitizer with integrated charger and cord wrap (select
models)
-Not shown: UV light bulb
-Not shown: Sanitizer drip tray
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-Not shown: Protective screen for UV light bulb
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.
Note: When the brush head is attached, it is normal that there is a
small gap between the brush head and the handle.
Charging your Philips Sonicare
1Plug the charger in a wall socket.
2Place the handle on the charger (Fig. 3)
-The flashing light of the battery level indicator indicates that the
toothbrush is charging.
Deluxe recharge gauge:
Indicates amount of charge left in battery
-3 green LEDs: 75-100%
-2 green LEDs: 50-74%
-1 green LED: 25-49%
-1 flashing yellow LED: less than 25%
Note: If the battery charge of your Philips Sonicare is low, you hear 3
beeps and 1 LED on the recharge gauge flashes yellow for 30
seconds after the 2-minute brushing cycle.
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Note: To keep the battery fully charged at all times, you may keep
your Philips Sonicare on the charger when not in use. It takes at least
24 hours to fully charge the battery.
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. 4).
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.
Note: To make sure you brush evenly throughout the mouth,
divide your mouth into 4 sections using the Quadpacer feature
(see chapter ‘Features’).
6Begin 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.
5)).
Note: When using the White mode, two additional 15 second
intervals can be used for polishing your front teeth.
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7After 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. 6).
Your Philips Sonicare is safe to use on:
-Braces (brush heads wear out sooner when used on braces).
-Dental restorations (fillings, crowns, veneers).
Personalizing your brushing experience
Philips Sonicare automatically starts in the default Clean mode. To
personalize your brushing:
1Prior to turning on the Philips Sonicare, press the personalized
brushing button to cycle through the modes and routines.
The green LED indicates the selected mode or routine.
Brushing modes
Clean mode
Standard mode for superior teeth cleaning.
Sensitive mode (specific types only)
Gentle, yet thorough, cleaning of sensitive teeth and gums.
White mode
2 minutes of Clean mode, with an additional 30 seconds of White
mode to focus on your visible front teeth.
White mode brushing instructions
1Brush the first 2 minutes as explained in section 'Brushing
instructions'.
2After the 2 minutes of Clean mode, the White mode starts with a
change in brushing sound and motion. This is your signal to start
brushing the upper front teeth for 15 seconds.
3At the next beep and pause, move to the bottom front teeth for
the final 15 seconds of brushing.
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Massage mode
Mode for gentle gum stimulation.
Brushing routines
Go Care routine
1-minute brushing cycle in the Clean mode, for a quick clean. You
hear the Quadpacer signal at 15-second intervals.
Max Care routine
3-minute brushing cycle that combines the Clean and Massage
modes in one routine for a thorough mouth clean. There are 30
seconds of Clean mode and 15 seconds of Massage mode for each of
the 4 sections of your mouth. You will hear the Quadpacer signal at
45 second intervals.
Note: When Philips Sonicare is used in clinical studies, the default
2-minute Clean mode must be selected. The handle should be fully
charged. Deactivate the Easy-start feature and for areas where
excess staining occurs, an additional 30 seconds of brushing time can
be spent to assist with stain removal.
Features
Easy-start
This Philips Sonicare comes with the Easy-start feature activated.
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.
Note: Each of the first 14 brushings must be at least 1 minute in length
to properly advance through the Easy-start ramp-up cycle.
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Activating or deactivating the Easy-start feature
1Attach the brush head to the handle.
2Place the handle in the plugged-in charger.
-To deactivate Easy-start:
Press and hold the power on/off and mode button for 5 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 and mode 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 Philips Sonicare effectiveness in
removing plaque.
Note: Easy-start feature is only active in Clean Mode.
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.
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 or brushing routine you have
selected, the Quadpacer beeps at different intervals during the
brushing cycle. See the ‘Brushing instructions’ and ‘Personalizing
your brushing experience’ sections (Fig. 7).
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The Quadpacer feature on this model has been activated. To
deactivate or reactivate the Quadpacer feature:
1Place the handle with a brush head attached in the plugged-in
charger.
2Press and hold the personalized brushing button until:
a You hear 1 beep to indicate the Quadpacer has been
deactivated.
b You hear 2 beeps to indicate the Quadpacer has been
activated.
Note: The Quadpacer feature cannot be deactivated on the pre-
programmed Go Care and Max Care brushing routines.
Integrated cord wrap of UV sanitizer
You can store excess cord using the cord wrap feature built into the
bottom of the sanitizer (Fig. 8).
Sanitizing
-With the UV sanitizer you can clean your brush head after every
use (Fig. 9).
Unplug the sanitizer, discontinue use and call Consumer Care if:
-The UV light bulb remains on when the door is open.
-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.
1After brushing, rinse the brush head and shake off excess water.
Warning: Do not place the travel cap on the brush head
during sanitization.
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2Place your finger in the door recess on top of the sanitizer and pull
open the door (Fig. 10).
3Place the brush head on one of the 2 pegs in the sanitizer with the
bristles facing the light bulb (Fig. 11).
Note: Only clean Philips Sonicare snap-on brush heads in the
sanitizer.
Note: The Philips Sonicare for Kids brush head wears and
degrades in the UV sanitizer. You have to check and replace your
child's brush more frequently than regular Philips Sonicare brush
heads (See chapter 'Replacement').
4Make sure the sanitizer is plugged into a live outlet of appropriate
voltage.
5Close the door and press the green power on/off button once to
select 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
Warning: Do not clean the brush head, handle, travel
charger or the UV sanitizer in the dishwasher.
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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.
Sanitiser
Warning: Do not immerse the sanitizer in water or rinse it
under the faucet.
Warning: Do not clean the sanitizer when the UV light bulb
is hot.
For optimal effectiveness, it is recommended to clean your sanitizer
weekly.
1Unplug the sanitizer.
2Pull the drip tray straight out. Rinse the drip tray and wipe it clean
with a damp cloth (Fig. 14).
3Clean all interior surfaces with a damp cloth.
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4Remove 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 (Fig. 15).
5Remove the UV light bulb.
To remove the light bulb, grasp it and pull it out of the metal clasp.
6Clean the protective screen and the UV light bulb with a damp
cloth.
7Reinsert 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.
8Reinsert the protective screen.
To reinsert the screen, align the pegs on the screen with the slots
on the reflective 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 a long time, unplug it, clean
it (see chapter 'Cleaning') and store it in a cool and dry place away
from direct sunlight. You can use the integrated cord wrap to store
excess cord of the UV sanitizer in an organized manner.
Replacement
Brush head
-Replace Philips Sonicare brush heads every 3 months to achieve
optimal results.
-Use only Philips Sonicare replacement brush heads.
UV light bulb
Replacement UV bulbs are available through the Philips Consumer
Care Centre in your country.
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Recycling
-Do not throw away the product 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.
Removing the rechargeable battery
Warning: PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS PROCESS IS NOT
REVERSIBLE.
-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.
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 switch on
the Philips Sonicare.
2Insert a screwdriver into the slot located at the bottom of the
handle and turn counterclockwise to release the bottom cap (Fig.
16).
3Hold the handle upside down and push down on the shaft to
release the internal components of the handle (Fig. 17).
4Insert 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 (Fig. 18).
The rechargeable battery can now be recycled and the rest of the
product discarded appropriately.
Guarantee and support
If you need information or support, please visit
www.philips.com/support or read the separate worldwide guarantee
leaflet.
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소개
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최대한 누리시려면 www.philips.com/welcome에서 제품을
등록하십시오.
중요 사항
본 제품을 사용하기 전에 이 사용 설명서를 주의 깊게 읽고 나중에 참조할
수 있도록 잘 보관하십시오.
위험
-충전기를 물기가 있는 곳에 두지 마십시오. 욕조, 세면대, 싱크대 등,
물이 가까이 있는 곳에서 사용하거나 보관하지 마십시오. 또한 물이나
기타 액체에 담그지 마십시오. 세척한 경우 충전기를 완전히 건조시킨
다음에 다시 전원에 연결하십시오.
경고
-전원 코드는 교체할 수 없습니다. 전원 코드가 손상되면 충전기를
폐기해야 합니다.
-위험할 수 있으므로 충전기는 반드시 정품으로 교체하여 사용하십시오.
-충전기를 실외 또는 발열되는 표면 근처에서 사용하지 마십시오.
-제품에 손상된 부분(칫솔모, 칫솔 손잡이 또는 충전기)이 나타나면
사용을 중단하십시오. 본 제품은 서비스를 받을 수 있는 부품이
없습니다. 제품이 손상될 경우 해당 지역의 고객 상담실에
문의하십시오('보증 및 지원' 부분 참조).
-신체적인 감각 및 인지능력이 떨어지거나 경험과 지식이 풍부하지 않은
성인 및 어린이는 혼자 제품을 사용하지 말고 제품 사용과 관련하여
안전에 책임질 수 있도록 지시사항을 충분히 숙지한 사람의 도움을
받으십시오.
-어린이가 제품을 가지고 놀지 못하도록 지도해 주십시오.
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주의
-칫솔모, 손잡이, 충전기, 충전기 덮개 및 살균기를 식기세척기로
세척하지 마십시오.
-최근 2개월 이내에 구강 또는 잇몸 수술을 받은 경우에는 칫솔을
사용하기 전에 치과 전문의와 상의하십시오.
-본 제품을 사용한 후 출혈이 심하거나 1주일이 지나도 증상이 호전되지
않는다면 치과 전문의와 상의하십시오. 소닉케어 칫솔을 사용할 때
불편하거나 통증을 느끼는 경우에도 치과 전문의와 상의하십시오.
-소닉케어 칫솔은 국내 안전 기준에 따라 전자파 장해 검정을 받은
제품입니다. 심장 박동 보조기 등 보조 기구를 이식 받은 경우에는
주치의나 해당 이식 기기의 제조업체에 문의하여 충분히 이해한 후
사용하십시오.
-의료적 문제는 소닉케어를 사용하기 전에 치과 전문의와 상의하십시오.
-본 제품으로는 치아와 잇몸 그리고 혀만 세정할 수 있으므로 다른
용도로는 사용하지 마십시오. 사용 중 불편함이나 통증이 느껴지면 제품
사용을 중단하고 의사와 상의하십시오.
-소닉케어 칫솔은 개인 용품이므로 치과나 기타 의료 시설에서 공용으로
이용하지 마십시오.
-칫솔모의 솔이 눕거나 휘면 사용을 중단하십시오. 3개월마다 또는
마모의 흔적이 보이면 그 전이라도 칫솔모를 교체하십시오.
-제조업체에서 권장한 제품 이외의 칫솔모를 사용하지 마십시오.
-사용하는 치약 성분에 과산화수소, 탄산수소나트륨, 중탄산염(미백 치약
주성분)이 포함된 경우, 이용하고 나서 칫솔모를 비누로 닦고 물로
깨끗이 씻어내십시오. 이렇게 해야 플라스틱 부분의 손상을 방지할 수
있습니다.
-살균기의 통풍구에 이물질을 넣거나 살균기를 부드러운 표면이나
통풍구를 막을 수 있는 이물질이 있는 곳에 두지 마십시오(이물질 예:
-잡지, 티슈, 머리카락).
-살균 과정을 작동하는 도중이나 끝난 직후에는 UV 전구가 뜨겁습니다.
UV 전구가 뜨거울 때는 만지지 마십시오.
-뜨거운 전구에 닿을 수 있으므로 보호 스크린 없이 살균기를 작동하지
마십시오.
-살균기를 세 번 연속 사용한 경우 UV 살균 과정을 다시 시작하려면 최소
30분간 꺼두십시오.
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