Philips HX6972/10 User Manual page 12

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To reinsert the screen, align the pegs on the screen with the slots on the
refl ective surface near the UV light bulb. Push the screen straight into the
slots on the sanitiser.
Storage
- If you are not going to use the appliance for an extended period of
time, remove the mains plug from the wall socket. Then clean the
appliance and store it in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight.
You can use the cord wrap feature to store the mains cord neatly.
Replacement
Brush head
- Replace Sonicare brush heads every 3 months to achieve optimal
results.
- Use only compatible Sonicare replacement brush heads.
UV light bulb
- You can order replacement UV light bulbs from the Consumer Care
Centre in your country or an authorised Philips service centre.
Environment
- The built-in rechargeable battery contains substances that may pollute
the environment. Always remove the battery before you discard and
hand in the appliance at an offi cial collection point. Dispose of the
battery at an offi cial collection point for batteries. If you have trouble
removing the battery, you can also take the appliance to a Philips
service centre. The staff of this centre will remove the battery for you
and will dispose of it in an environmentally safe way.
- Do not throw away the appliance or the UV light bulb (bulb contains
mercury) with the normal household waste at the end of its life, but
hand it in at an offi cial collection point for recycling. By doing this, you
help to preserve the environment.
Removing the rechargeable battery
Please note that this process is not reversible.
To remove the rechargeable battery, you need a fl at-head (standard)
screwdriver.
1 To deplete the rechargeable battery of any charge, remove the
handle from the charger, switch on the Sonicare and let it run until
it stops. Repeat this step until you can no longer switch on the
Sonicare.