Philips HX9954/57 Manual page 24

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Removing the rechargeable battery
This symbol means that this product contains a
built-in rechargeable battery which shall not be
disposed of with normal household waste
(2006/66/EC). Please take your product to an
official collection point or a Philips service
center to have a professional remove the
rechargeable battery.
- Follow your country's rules for the separate
collection of electrical and electronic products
and rechargeable batteries. Correct disposal
helps prevent negative consequences for the
environment and human health.
Warning: 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
towel or cloth, a hammer and 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 Philips Sonicare and let it run until it
stops. Repeat this step until you can no longer
turn on the Philips Sonicare.
2 Remove and discard the brush head. Cover the
entire handle with a towel or cloth.