Warnings; Medical Warnings - Philips sonicare HX9500 User Manual




WARNINGS

To reduce the risk of burns, electrocution, fire or injury:
1 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.
2 Never use the charger if it has a damaged cord or plug. Keep away
from heated surfaces. Do not use the charger outdoors.
3 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 6 months or sooner if signs of wear appear.
Inappropriate cleaning may cause bristle damage. (See chapter
'Cleaning')
4 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.
5 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.
6 Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
7 Sonicare is a personal care device and is not intended for use on
multiple patients in a dental office or institution.
8 Do not use attachments other than those recommended by the
manufacturer.
9 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.
10 Do not clean the brush head or the charger in the dishwasher.

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 Address questions concerning usage with a pacemaker or other
implanted device to your physician or the implant device manufacturer.
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.