Philips Sonicare PowerUp HX3120 User manual

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Philips Sonicare
PowerUp
HX3120, HX3110

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HX3120, HX3110
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 17
 24
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 61
 68
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 81
 87
 93
 99

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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to Philips!
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your product at www.philips.com/welcome.
Important
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
Danger
- Do not immerse, place or store the charger
over or near water. Do not reach for a
charger that has fallen into water. Unplug
immediately. After cleaning, make sure the
charger is completely dry before you
connect it to the mains.
Warning
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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.
- Discontinue use if this product appears
damaged in any way (brush head, charger,
toothbrush handle). Cord, plugs and
batteries cannot be replaced.This appliance
contains no user-serviceable parts.
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- Do not use the charger outdoors or near
heated surfaces.
- This appliance is not intended for use by
children or persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless
supervised or instructed in use by a person
responsible for their safety.
- Children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the appliance.
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This appliance complies with current standards
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as directed this appliance is safe.
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1 Replaceable brush head
2 Power on/off button
3 Handle
4 Hygienic travel cap
5 Charger
Getting started
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1 Align the front of the brush head with the front of the toothbrush
handle.
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2 Push the brush head onto the metal shaft. (Fig. 2)
Note:When the brush head is attached, it is normal that there is a small gap
between the brush head and the handle.
Charging the Sonicare
1 Put the plug of the charger in the wall socket.
2 Place the handle on the charger.
Note:To keep the batteries fully charged at all times, you may keep your
toothbrush on the charger when not in use. It takes approximately 30 hours
to fully charge the batteries.When the toothbrush is used in clinical studies,
the handle should be fully charged.
Using the Sonicare
1 Wet the bristles of the toothbrush and apply a small amount of
toothpaste (Fig. 3).
2 To avoid splattering, place the brush head in your mouth before
switching the toothbrush on.
3 Press the power on/off button to switch on the toothbrush
4 Brush like you normally would do. (Fig. 4)
Note:To achieve optimal results, thoroughly brush your entire mouth. Brush
the outside, the inside and chewing surfaces of your teeth, as well as your
gums.
5 Apply light pressure to maximise the toothbrush’s effectiveness. Do
not press too hard.
6 The toothbrush will automatically turn off after two minutes.
7 You may also brush your tongue, with the toothbrush turned on or
off, as you prefer.
The toothbrush is safe to use on:
- Braces (brush heads wear out sooner when used on braces)
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Notes
- Consult your dentist if you have had oral surgery in the previous 2
months, if excessive bleeding occurs right after using this appliance or
if bleeding continues to occur after 1 week of use.
- 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 toothbrush is a personal care device and is not intended for use
on multiple patients in a dental practice or institution.
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2 minute-timer
- After 2 minutes, the timer automatically switches off the toothbrush.
Cleaning
Do not clean brush heads, the handle or the charger in the dishwasher.
1 Rinse the brush head and bristles after each use. Let the brush
head air-dry only (Fig. 3).
2 Remove the brush head from the handle and rinse the brush head
connection at least once a week with warm water. (Fig. 5)
3 Periodically wipe the surface of the handle with a damp cloth and
mild soap (Fig. 6).
4 Unplug the charger and periodically wipe its surface with a damp
cloth.
Note: If your toothpaste contains peroxide, baking soda or other bicarbonate
(common in whitening toothpastes), thoroughly clean the brush head and the
handle with soap and water after each use. Otherwise the plastic may crack.
Storage
If you are not going to use the toothbrush for a long time (a month or
longer), unplug the charger, clean the appliance and store it in a cool and
dry place away from direct sunlight.
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Replacement
Brush head
- Replace Sonicare brush heads every 3 months to achieve optimal
results.
- Do not use a brush head with crushed or bent bristles. Replace the
brush head every 3 months or sooner if signs of wear appear.
- Use only Philips Sonicare brush heads.
Note: Use of Sonicare for Kids brush heads are not recommended with this
toothbrush.
Environment
- Do not throw away the appliance with the normal household waste
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recycling. By doing this, you help to preserve the environment (Fig. 7).
- The built-in rechargeable batteries contain substances that may
pollute the environment.Always remove the batteries before you
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you have trouble removing the batteries, you can also take the
appliance to a Philips service centre.The staff of this centre will
remove the batteries for you and will dispose of them in an
environmentally safe way (Fig. 8).
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1 To deplete the rechargeable batteries of any charge, remove the
handle from the charger, switch on the toothbrush and
let it operate until it stops. Repeat this step until you can no longer
switch on the toothbrush.
2 
the bottom of the handle.Turn the screwdriver anti-clockwise to
release the bottom cap (Fig. 9).
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3 Hold the handle upside down and push down on the shaft to
release the internal components of the handle (Fig. 10).
4 Cut the wires to disconnect the batteries from the housing.
5 
snaps and tap with a hammer to break the snaps. (Fig. 11)
6 Separate the bottom cap from the housing and remove the
rechargeable batteries.
7 The rechargeable batteries can now be recycled and the rest of the
appliance discarded appropriately.
Guarantee and service
If you need information or if you have a problem, please visit the Philips
website at www.philips.com/support or contact the Philips Customer
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to your local Philips dealer.
Guarantee restrictions
The terms of the guarantee do not cover the following:
- Brush heads
- Damage caused by misuse, abuse, neglect, alterations or unauthorized
repair.
- Normal wear and tear, including chips, scratches, abrasions,
discolouration or fading.
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