Philips Sonicare 5 Series Manual page 16

Storage
If you are not going to use the Sonicare for an extended period of
time, unplug the charger from the electrical outlet, clean it and store it
in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight.
Replacement
Brush head
Replace Philips Sonicare brush heads every 3 months to achieve
optimal results. Use only Philips Sonicare replacement brush heads.
Recycling
- This symbol means that this product shall not be disposed of with
normal household waste (2012/19/EU) (Fig. 23).
- This symbol means that this product contains a built-in
rechargeable battery which shall not be disposed of with normal
household waste (Fig. 24) (2006/66/EC). We strongly advise you
to take your product to an official collection point or a Philips
service centre 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.
Removing the rechargeable battery
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.
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