Philips sonicare 300 Series Manual page 2

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introduction
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general description (Fig. 1)
A Hygienic travel cap
B Brush head
C Handle with soft grip
D Power on/off button with battery charge indicator
E Interchangeable panel
F Brushing mode button with mode lights
G Charger with brush head holder
important
Read this user manual carefully before you use the
appliance and save it for future reference.
Danger
- Keep the charger away from water. Do not place or
store it over or near water contained in a bathtub,
washbasin, sink etc. Do not immerse the charger
in water or any other liquid. After cleaning, make
sure the charger is completely dry before you
connect it to the mains.
- This appliance is not a toy. Check brush heads
regularly for cracks. Cracked brush heads
may present a choke hazard.
Warning
- 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.
- If the appliance is damaged in any way (brush head,
toothbrush handle and/or charger), stop using it.
- This appliance contains no serviceable parts. If the
appliance is damaged, contact the Consumer Care
Centre in your country (see chapter 'Guarantee and
service').
- Do not use the charger outdoors or near heated
surfaces.
- 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.
- Children should be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance.
Caution
- If you have had oral or gum surgery in the previous
2 months, consult your dentist before you use the
toothbrush.
- Consult your dentist if excessive bleeding occurs after
using this toothbrush or if bleeding continues to occur
after 1 week of use.
- If you have medical concerns, consult your doctor
before you use the Sonicare.
- The Sonicare toothbrush complies with the safety
standards for electromagnetic devices. If you have a
pacemaker or other implanted device, contact your
physician or the device manufacturer of the implanted
device prior to 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.
- Do not use other brush heads than the ones
recommended by the manufacturer.
- 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.
- Do not clean brush heads, handle, charger, charger
cover or interchangeable panels in the dishwasher or
a microwave.
Electromagnetic fields (EMF)
This Philips appliance complies with all standards regarding electromagnetic
fields (EMF). If handled properly and according to the instructions in this
user manual, the appliance is safe to use based on scientific evidence
available today.
Preparing for use
Applying the interchangeable panel
The Sonicare For Kids comes with 3 different interchangeable panels.
Remove the adhesive backing from the panel.
1
Apply the panel to the white section on the front of the
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handle (Fig. 2).
Note: Make sure you line up the cut-out areas on the panel with the buttons on
the front of the handle.
Reapplying a panel that has been removed
Rinse the panel in warm water; you may also use a mild detergent to
1
clean it.
Let the panel air dry.
2
Reapply the panel to the white section on the front of the handle.
3
Attaching the brush head
Align the brush head so the bristles point in the same direction as
1
the front of the handle. (Fig. 3)
Firmly press the brush head onto the metal shaft until it stops.
2
Note: There is a small gap between the brush head and the handle.
Charging the sonicare
Put the mains plug of the charger in the wall socket.
1
Place the handle on the charger (Fig. 4).
2
The battery charge indicator in the power on/off button flashes to
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indicate that the toothbrush is charging.
When the Sonicare is fully charged, the battery charge indicator stops
,
flashing and remains on.
Note: If the battery charge of the Sonicare is low, you hear 3 beeps and the
battery charge indicator flashes rapidly for 30 seconds after the brushing cycle.
Note: To keep the battery fully charged at all times, you may keep the Sonicare
on the charger when not in use. When the battery is fully charged, the charger
uses a minimal amount of energy. It takes at least 24 hours to fully charge the
battery.
Tip: For extra convenience during travel, you can remove the travel charger and
use it without the charger cover.
Using the sonicare For Kids
Brushing instructions
For children under age 8, it is recommended that a parent or adult caregiver
perform toothbrushing.
Wet the bristles and apply a small amount of toothpaste.
1
Place the toothbrush bristles against the teeth at a slight angle
2
towards the gumline (Fig. 5).
Press the power on/off button to switch on the Sonicare.
3
Apply light pressure to maximise Sonicare's effectiveness and let the
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Sonicare toothbrush do the brushing for you.