Philips sonic toothbrush FlexCare 900 User's Manual
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1. FlexCare 900 series Rechargeable sonic toothbrush PHILIPS the sonic toothbrush ENGLISH 4 S H 006 B4eI1U0S 4 ENGLISH IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE Read this user manual carefully before you use the appliance and save it for future reference DANGERS To reduce the risk of electrocution 1 Do not place or store product where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink 2 Do not reach for a product that has fallen into water Unplug immediately 3 Do not place in or drop into water or other liquid 4 Do not use while bathing WARNINGS To reduce the risk of burns electrocution fire or injury to persons 1 DO NOT plug into an outlet with a voltage other than specified on he bottom of the charger or sanitizer This product is designed to operate within a range of 100 to 240 volts Voltage converters DO OT guarantee voltage compatibility Never force the plug into an outlet if it does not easily fit into the outlet discontinue use 2 ever force the plug into an outlet if it does not easily fit into the outlet discontinue use 3 Discontinue use if this product appears damaged in any way brush head handle charger This product contains no serviceable parts Refer o chapter Guarantee and service if your Sonicare no longer works properly or needs repair ever use the charger if it has a damaged cord or plug eep cord away from heated surfaces Do not use2. DO NOI PS ORANY OF SUBSIDIARY COMPANIES BE LIABLE FOR A OR CONSEQUENTIAL DA WARRANTY BREACH OF CONTRACT NEG OTH LIMI ER LEGAL A OF USE THE C LIMI ANY SUBSTITUTE EQUIP LLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITAT AY NOT AP NOTA EXC A ION D THEO ION LOSS OF SAV LAIMS RY SU ENTIS LUSION ISA CH DAMAGES D DENTAL HYGI ENT OR SERVICE AGES BASED UPO Y SPECIAL LIGENCE TO NGS OR REVENUE LOSS OF OF THIRD PARTIES INCLUDING W ENISTS AND COST S SOME STATES DO PLY TO YOU BREACH OF CLUDE WITHOU S AFFILIATED OR CID PS WORLDWIDE I ALLOW LIMITATION S SO THE ABOVE ENTAL RT ORANY PROF IT LOSS THOUT ON OF INC I OF DENT AL OR Frequently asked questions This chapter lists the questions most frequently asked about the appliance If you cannot find the answer to your question contact the Customer Care Center in your country Question Answer Why doesn t the Sonicare toothbrush work Why do feel a tickling sensation when use Sonicare The brush head chatters against my teeth What can do about this Why does the toothbrush seem less powerful Why doesn t the personalised brushing button work during brushing Why doesn t the UV sanitizer light go on You may need to recharge the Sonicare Charge the Sonicare for at least 24 hours Make sure th
3. the charger outdoors Do not use the charger if dropped into water 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 3 months or sooner if signs of wear appear nappropriate cleaning may cause bristle damage See chapter Cleaning 9 T is 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 10 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 11 Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance ON AM 12 13 14 ENGLISH 5 Sonicare is a personal care device and is not intended for use on multiple patients in a dental office or institution Do not use attachments other than those recommended by the manufacturer f 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 To avoid dama
4. 800 682 7664 Outside orth America contact your local Philips Customer Care Center Disposal The rechargeable battery inside your Sonicare cannot be replaced but is easy to remove for recycling At the end of product life and prior to disposal please remove the rechargeable battery from the handle by following the instructions below 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 official collection point for recycling By doing this you help to preserve the environment Ifyou have any recycling questions contact your local waste management office Removing the rechargeable battery Please note that this process is not reversible To remove the rechargeable battery you need a flat head standard screwdriver Observe basic safety precautions when you follow the ENGLISH 13 procedure outlined below Be sure to protect your eyes hands fingers and the surface on which you work To deplete the rechargeable battery of any charge remove the handle from the charger turn on the Sonicare and let it run until U it stops Repeat this step until you can no longer switch on the Sonicare t Sj N Insert a screwdriver into the slot located at the bottom of the handle and turn counterclockwise to release the bottom cap Hold the handle upside down and push down on the shaft to release the internal compon
5. at your Sonicare charger is plugged into a live electrical outlet and not into an outlet controlled by a light switch You may need to reattach or replace the brush head bristles placed The Easy start See chapter ou may need to charge the Sonicare ou may need to replace your brush head ou may experience a slight tickling tingling sensation when you use Sonicare for the first time As you become accustomed to brushing with Sonicare this sensation diminishes To avoid this keep the brush head properly oriented with the on the gumline at a slight angle feature may be on Deactivate the Easy start feature Features You may have selected a brushing routine If this is the case the Personalized brushing button is not active See chapter Using your Sonicare You may need to plug the sanitizer into a live outlet You may need to shut the door of the sanitizer ENGLISH 15 Question Ansvver VVhy does the toothbrush seem to lose povver during brushing Do need a special charger if travel with my Sonicare ou may need to replace the UV light bulb see chapter Replacement You may be in the Max Care brushing routine If this is the case the routine alternates between the Clean and Massage modes throughout the 3 minute brushing cycle The Clean and Massage modes have a different sound and brush movement Travel tip the Sonicare charger and the UV sanitizer can be used with co
6. ature and for areas where excess staining occurs an additional 30 seconds of brushing time can be spent to assist with stain removal Easy start This Sonicare model comes with the Easy start feature activated The Easy start feature gently increases power over the first 14 brushings to ease into the Sonicare experience Note Each of the first 14 brushings must be at least 1 minute in length to properly move through the Easy start ramp up cycle Deactivating or activating the Easy start feature Attach your brush head to the handle Place the handle in the plugged in charger deactivate Easy start Press and hold the power button for 5 seconds You hear 1 beep to indicate that the Easy start feature has been deactivated activate Easy start Press and hold the power button for 5 seconds You hear 2 beeps to indicate that the Easy start feature has been activated Note Using the Easy start feature beyond the initial ramp up period is not recommended and reduces Sonicare s effectiveness in removing plaque ENGLISH 9 Smartimer The Smartimer indicates that your brushing cycle is complete by automatically turning off the toothbrush at the end of the brushing cycle Dental professionals recommend brushing no less than 2 minutes twice a dayxQuadpacer The Quadpacer is an interval timer that has a short beep and pause to remind you to brush the 4 sections of your mouth Depending on the brushing
7. d pull it out Rinse the drip tray and wipe it clean with a damp cloth Clean all reflector surfaces with a damp cloth 12 ENGLISH Remove the protective screen in front of the UV light bulb To remove the screen gently lift it up 1 and pull it out 2 5 Remove the UV light bulb o remove the light bulb grasp it and pull it out of the metal clasp EA Clean the protective screen and the UV light bulb with a damp cloth Reinsert the UV light bulb To reinsert the light bulb align the bottom of the light bulb with the metal clasp and push the bulb into the clasp EJ Reinsert the protective screen To reinsert the screen align the pegs on the screen with the slots on the reflective surface near the UV light bulb Then insert the pegs into the slots and slide down the screen to secure it in the sanitizer f you are not going to use the product for an extended period of time unplug it from the electrical outlet clean it and store it in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight You can use the cord wrap to store the power cord in an organized manner You can store brush heads on the pegs at the back of the charger Replacement Brush head Replace Sonicare brush heads every 3 months to achieve optimal results Use only Sonicare ProResults replacement brush heads UV light bulb Replacement UV bulbs are available through your Sonicare Customer Service Center in North America by calling 1
8. ents of the handle Insert the screwdriver under the circuit board next to the battery connections and twist to break the connections Remove the circuit hee board and pry the battery from the plastic carrier 4 rechargeable battery can novv be and the rest of the product discarded appropriately Guarantee and service If you have any questions after reading this manual feel free to contact our Customer Service Center or visit our website Customer Service Center 1 800 682 7664 North America outside North America contact your local Philips Customer Care Center Internet information www sonicare com North America or vvvvvv philips com outside North America See separate Philips vvorldvvide guarantee leaflet for standard guarantee VVARRANTY EXCLUSIONS What is not covered under warranty Brush heads Damage caused by misuse abuse neglect alterations or unauthorized repair Normal wear and tear including chips scratches abrasions discoloration or fading UV light bulb IMPLIED WARRANTIES ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE 14 ENGLISH EXPRESS VVARRAN T ES SET FORT GUARANTEE LEAFLET SOME STAI HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LAST ATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU ON LIMIT LIMITATION OF REMEDIES IN O EVENT SHALL PHIL H INTHE PHIL TES
9. ge to the product do not place the brush head handle charger or charger covers in the dishwasher for cleaning Discontinue use of the sanitizer if the UV light bulb remains on when he door is open UV light can be harmful to the human eye and skin eep the sanitizer out of the reach of children at all times The UV light bulb is hot during and immediately after the sanitizing cycle Do not touch the UV light bulb when it is hot Do not operate the UV sanitizer without the protective screen in place o avoid contact with hot bulb Do not operate the UV sanitizer where aerosol spray products are being used or where oxygen is being administered MEDICAL WARNINGS 1 2 Consult your dental professional before you use this product if you have had oral or gum surgery in the previous 2 months Contact your dental professional if excessive bleeding occurs after using this product or bleeding continues to occur after 1 week of use Address questions concerning usage with a pacemaker or other implanted device to your physician or the implant device manufacturer Sonicare has been tested and is compliant with safety standards for electromagnetic devices Consult your physician prior to using the Sonicare if you have medical concerns SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Your Sonicare Fig 1 ygienic travel cap Brush head nterchangeable color code ring andle vvith soft grip Povver on off button Personalized br
10. h turned on or off as you prefer Your Sonicare is safe to use on Braces brush heads wear out sooner when used on braces Dental restorations fillings crowns veneers Periodontal pockets Personalizing your brushing experience Sonicare automatically starts in the default Clean mode To personalize your brushing Prior to turning on the Sonicare press the Personalized Brushing button to toggle between modes and routines The green LED indicates selected mode or routine 8 ENGLISH Note VVhen the toothbrush is turned on you can svvitch betyveen modes but not betvveen routines Routines should be selected prior to brushing Brushing modes Clean mode Standard mode for superior teeth cleaning Sensitive mode Gentle yet thorough cleaning for sensitive gums and teeth Massage mode Gentle gum stimulation Brushing routines Go Care routine 1 minute brushing cycle in the Clean mode for a quick clean You hear the Quadpacer signal at 15 second intervals Max Care routine 3 minute brushing cycle that combines the Clean and Massage modes in one routine for a thorough mouth clean There are 30 seconds of Clean mode and 15 seconds of Massage mode for each of the 4 sections of your mouth You will hear the Quadpacer signal at 45 second intervals Note When Sonicare is used in clinical studies the default 2 minute Clean mode must be selected The handle should be fully charged Deactivate the Easy start fe
11. mmon worldwide voltages between 100 240V AC at either 50 or 60Hz A simple plug adapter is all that is required PHILIPS vvvvvv philips com support For support call 1 800 682 7664 2007 Philips Oral Healthcare Inc All rights reserved PHILIPS and the Philips shield are registered trademarks of Koninklijke Philips Electronics N V Smartimer Easy start Quadpacer Sonicare and the Sonicare logo are trademarks of Philips Oral Healthcare Inc and or Koninklijke Philips Electronics N V Printed in the U S A 2 Printed on 10076 recycled Protected by U S and international patents Other patents pending 4235 020 2275 4
12. mode or brushing routine you have selected the Quadpacer beeps at different intervals during the brushing cycle See the Brushing instructions and Personalizing your brushing experience sections The Quadpacer feature on this model has been activated To deactivate or reactivate the Quadpacer feature Place the handle with a brush head attached in the plugged in charger To deactivate Quadpacer Press and hold the Personalized brushing button for 5 seconds You hear 1 beep to indicate the Quadpacer has been deactivated To reactivate Quadpacer Press and hold the Personalized brushing button for 5 seconds until you hear 2 beeps This indicates that the Quadpacer feature is active again Note The Quadpacer feature cannot be deactivated on the pre programmed Go Care and Max Care brushing routines Cord wrap on deluxe charger select models If your model includes the deluxe charger cover and base the travel charger is pre installed inside the cover If you want to shorten the power cord you can store excess cord in the cord wrap feature built into the charger base To separate the charger cover from the charger base press the two gray snap bars on the charger base and pull the white charger cover upwards Wrap excess power cord around the gray charger base as shown in the picture Be sure to wrap the cord on the inside of the two snap levers 10 ENGLISH VVhen you have stored the excess cord guide the povver c
13. ord through the small groove in the rear of the gray charger base Reattach the charger cover by pressing it dovvn over the charger base until it snaps into place Tip For extra convenience during travel you can remove the travel charger and use it without the charger cover and charger base Cord wrap on sanitizer with integrated charger select models If your model includes the sanitizer you can store excess cord using the cord wrap feature built into the bottom of the sanitizer Sanitizing select models With the UV sanitizer you can clean your brush head after every use Discontinue use of the sanitizer if the UV light bulb remains on when the door is open or if the Philips logo is broken or missing from the sanitizer UV light can be harmful to the human eye and skin This device should be kept out of reach of children at all times Unplug the sanitizer and call Customer Service if the sanitizer gives off smoke or a burning smell while it is operating PHILIPS bl After brushing rinse the brush head and shake off excess water Do not place the travel cap on the brush head during sanitization To open the sanitizer door press the door release button Place the brush head on one of the 2 pegs in the sanitizer Make sure the bristles of the brush head directly face the light bulb Note Only clean Sonicare ProResults brush heads in the sanitizer Make sure the sanitizer is plugged into a li
14. ur Sonicare is low you hear 3 beeps and 1 LED on the recharge gauge flashes yellow for 30 seconds after the 2 minute brushing cycle Note To keep the battery fully charged at all times you may keep your Sonicare on the charger when not in use It takes at least 24 hours to fully charge the battery Using your Sonicare Brushing instructions Wet the bristles and apply a small amount of toothpaste Place the toothbrush bristles against the teeth at a slight angle towards the gumline Press the power on off button to turn on the Sonicare Apply light pressure to maximize Sonicare s effectiveness and let the Sonicare toothbrush do the brushing for you Gently move the brush head slowly across the teeth in a small back and forth motion so the longer bristles reach between your teeth Continue this motion throughout your brushing cycle Note To make sure you brush evenly throughout the mouth divide your mouth into 4 sections using the Quadpacer feature see chapter Features Begin brushing in section 1 outside top teeth and brush for 30 seconds before moving to section 2 inside top teeth Continue brushing in section 3 outside bottom teeth and brush for 30 seconds before moving to section 4 inside bottom teeth After you have completed the brushing cycle you can spend additional time brushing the chewing surfaces of your teeth and areas where staining occurs You may also brush your tongue with the toothbrus
15. ushing button Brushing modes Brushing routines Deluxe recharge gauge Deluxe charger 6 ENGLISH Charger cover with brush head holder select models Travel charger Charger base with cord wrap select models UV sanitizer with integrated charger and cord wrap select models Not shown UV light bulb Not shown Sanitizer drip tray Not shown Protective screen for UV light bulb Getting started Changing the color code ring Sonicare brush heads come with interchangeable color code rings to identify your brush head To change the color code ring Pull the color code ring from the bottom of the brush head Install a new ring by slipping one edge of the new ring over the bottom of the brush head Then press down on the other side to snap the ring in place Attaching the brush head Align the brush head so the bristles face the front of the handle Firmly press the brush head down on the metal shaft until it stops Note There is a small gap between the color code ring and the handle Charging your Sonicare Plug the charger into a live outlet Place the handle on the charger The flashing light on the battery gauge indicates that the toothbrush is charging Deluxe recharge gauge Indicates amount of charge left in battery ENGLISH 7 3 green LEDs 75 100 2 green LEDs 50 74 1 green LED 25 49 1 flashing yellow LED less than 25 Note If the battery charge of yo
16. ve outlet of appropriate voltage Close the door and press the green power on off button once to select the UV clean cycle Note You can only turn on the sanitizer if the door is properly closed Note The sanitizer stops if you open the door during the sanitizing cycle ENGLISH 11 Note The sanitizer cycle runs for 10 minutes and then automatically shuts off sanitizer is in operation when the blue light glows through the Philips logo and the UV clean LED flashes slowly When the sanitizing cycle is complete the UV clean LED light turns solid green and the sanitizer automatically shuts off Do not clean the brush head travel charger charger cover and the UV sanitizer in the dishwasher Toothbrush handle Remove the brush head and rinse the metal shaft area with warm water Do not push on the rubber seal on the metal shaft with sharp objects as this may cause damage Use a damp cloth to wipe the entire surface of the handle Brush head Rinse the brush head and bristles after each use Remove the brush head from the handle and rinse the brush head connection at least once a week with warm water Charger Unplug the charger Use a damp cloth to wipe the surface of the charger Sanitizer select models Do not clean the sanitizer when the UV light bulb is hot For optimal effectiveness it is recommended to clean your sanitizer weekly Unplug the sanitizer Slightly lift the drip tray an
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