Philips Sonicare Elite Rechargeable sonic toothbrush HX9882
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1. Table of contents mportant safeguards 3 Dangers 3 Warnings edical warnings 4 Customer Service Information 5 Preparing for use 5 5 6 Charging your Sonicare Using the appliance Features 7 Cleaning 10 Storage 11 Replacement 11 Battery recycling 12 Guarantee amp service 13 Troubleshooting 14 O Travel cap Bristles Brush head Colour code ring Removable nut andle with soft grip Power on off button Dual Speed Control button LED charging lights Charger IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE Read this user manual carefully before you use the appliance and save it for future reference Always follow safety precautions when you use any electrical product especially when children are present DANGERS To reduce the risk of electrocution or fire VOLTAGE DO NOT plug into an outlet with a voltage other than specified on the bottom of the charger Voltage converters DO NOT guarantee voltage compatibility Never force the plug into an outlet if it does not easily fit into he outlet discontinue use WATER DO NOT place or store the charger where it can fall or be pulled into a bathtub sink or toilet DO NOT reach for a charger that has fallen into water Unplug immediately DO NOT use while bathing Unplug the charger before cleaning and assure that it is dry before plugging into an electrical outlet 20006000000 WARNINGS To reduce the risk of burns electrocution f2. BD All Sonicare models come with the Smartimer feature which automatically sets the brushing time to the 2 minutes recommended by dental professionals BD After 2 minutes your Sonicare will automatically turn off the toothbrush If you wish to pause or stop brushing during your 2 minute cycle press the power button Press the power button again and the Smartimer will pick up where you left off Note The Smartimer will automatically reset to the beginning of a 2 minute cycle if brushing is paused for 30 seconds or longer the handle is returned to the charger Quadpacer 30 second interval timer D Quadpacer makes sure that you brush all sections of your mouth ATAN evenly and thoroughly When using a two minute brushing cycle you 1 will hear a short beep and a pause in brushing action at 30 60 and 90 second intervals Programmable Quadpacer timer select models only The Programmable Quadpacer timer offers you the option of customizing the Quadpacer performance in 1 of 3 ways D You may opt to keep the factory default setting of a 2 minute brushing time with Quadpacer feature activated DB You may choose to extend your brushing time to 2 1 2 minutes by adding an additional timing interval of 30 seconds with Quadpacer feature active DB You may choose a 2 minute brushing time but with the Quadpacer feature turned off To change the Quadpacer settings Place the handle in the charger that is plugged into a li
3. LIMITATION DENTISTS AND ES DENTAL HYGIENISTS AND COST OF ANY SUBSTITUTE EQUIPMENT OR SERVICES SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU 14 Troubleshooting Guide If you are unable to solve your problem by means of the troubleshooting guide below in North America contact 1 800 682 7664 or contact us online at www sonicare com Outside North America contact the Philips Customer Care Center or contact us online at www philips com Problem Solution The Sonicare toothbrush does Recharge your Sonicare for at least 24 hours not work Verify your Sonicare is plugged into a live electrical outlet and not into an outlet controlled by a light switch You may need to re attach or replace the brush head feel a tickling sensation when You may experience a slight tickling tingling sensation when using use Sonicare Sonicare for the first time As you become accustomed to brushing with Sonicare this sensation will diminish The brush head rattles when Sonicare should produce a gentle hum during operation Tightening use Sonicare the brush head nut can eliminate excessive rattling If rattling does not stop you may need to replace the brush head Make sure you have removed your travel cap bef
4. brush head Avoid using sharp objects to push on the seal as this may cause damage To replace the nut slip the nut over the brush head shaft and pull until it clicks back on Clean the handle weekly EA Clean the charger periodically UNPLUG the charger before cleaning After cleaning the charger completely dry the charger before plugging it into an electrical outlet Mild soap water and a moist cloth are recommended for cleaning your Sonicare handle and charger Additional Cleaning Tip The Sonicare handle is dishwasher safe Remove the brush head and charger before placing the handle only in the top rack of dishwasher NOTE Brush heads and charger base should never be placed in the dishwasher If the product is not to be used for an extended period of time it should be unplugged from the electrical outlet cleaned stored in a cool a dry area away from direct sunlight The cord wrap can be used to store power cord in an organized manner Replacement Brush head Replacing your brush head every 6 months is clinically proven to remove more plaque Use only Sonicare replacement brush heads for this model 12 Battery recycling HANDLE CONTAINS A NICKEL CADMIUM BATTERY BATTERY MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF PROPERLY D The battery inside your Sonicare cannot be replaced but is easily removed for recycling At the end of product life and prior to disposal please remove the battery from the handle by following t
5. o improve your gum health Easy start brushing power ramp up All Sonicare models come with the Easy start feature activated which helps you get used to brushing with Sonicare BD Brushing power will gently increase to full power over the first 14 brushings D The Easy start feature is active if you hear 2 beeps immediately after turning on your Sonicare Once the appliance has reached optimal brushing power after the 14th brushing you will no longer hear the double beep at the beginning of your brushing routine Note Each of the first 14 brushings must be at least 1 minute in length to properly advance through the Easy start ramp up cycle To deactivate or activate the Easy start feature Attach your brush head to the handle Place the handle in the plugged in charger To deactivate Easy start feature while handle is still in the charger press and hold the power button for 5 seconds You will hear 1 beep to indicate that the Easy start feature has been deactivated To reactivate Easy start while handle is still in the charger press and hold the power button for 5 seconds You will hear 2 beeps to indicate that the Easy start feature has been activated Using the Easy start feature beyond the initial ramp up period is not recommended and reduces Sonicare s effectiveness in removing plaque The Easy start feature should be deactivated when Sonicare is used in clinical trials Smartimer 2 minute timer
6. handle Match the bars on the brush head with the notches inside the top of the handle and slide the brush head onto the handle gt ce E Screw the brush head nut clockwise until it is firmly tightened If the brush head rattles during use tighten the nut further Remove the travel cap from your brush head when you are ready to brush Use the cord wrap in the bottom of the charger to store excess cord Charging your Sonicare Sonicare comes with the batteries completely discharged and should be charged for at least 24 hours during the first few days of use D To keep the battery fully charged at all times you may keep your Sonicare on the charger when not in use It takes 24 hours to fully charge the battery A fully charged Sonicare can hold a charge for up to 2 weeks of brushing two 2 minute brushings a day without being placed on the charger Be sure the bottom of the handle sits back securely in the charger making complete contact BD Handles of other Sonicare models do not fit in this charger and will therefore not charge effectively Do not attempt to force a handle into this charger as this will cause damage Using the appliance Useful tips D The brush head comes with a convenient travel cap Remove the travel cap from the brush head before turning on your Sonicare BD Place the brush head in your mouth before turning on your Sonicare and be sure it is turned off before removing it from your mou
7. he instructions below Please note that this process is NOT reversible D Do not throw the appliance away 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 will help to preserve the environment Removing the batteries BD Please note that this process is not reversible To remove the batteries yourself you will need a flat head standard screwdriver Basic safety precautions should be observed when following the procedure outlined below Be sure to protect your eyes hands fingers and the surface on which you are working CAUTION Caution should be exercised when using any household tools such as a screwdriver to remove the battery Deplete the battery of any charge by removing the handle from the charger turning the Sonicare on and allowing it to run until it stops Repeat this step until the product will no longer operate Remove the nut from the brush head and place it onto the handle Tighten the nut onto the handle A until the housing comes loose and then pull the nut forward B A The handle internals will come out of the housing along with the nut Insert a screwdriver between the electronic circuit board and the MAA FT plastic part close to each end of the battery twist and break the are ON N N L i A E 2 i connection between the battery and the electronic circuit board in 2 locations Separa
8. ire or injury 1 10 Discontinue use if this product appears damaged in any way brush head handle charger This product contains no serviceable parts Refer to 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 Keep away from heated surfaces Do not use the charger outdoors 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 6 months or sooner if signs of wear appear nappropriate cleaning may cause bristle damage See chapter Cleaning This 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 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 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 yo
9. leted the 2 minute brushing cycle additional time should be spent brushing the chewing surfaces of your teeth Fl Press the power button to turn the brush on and off as needed BD You may also brush your tongue with the toothbrush turned on or off as you prefer Tips for specific oral care needs D Stain removal In areas where staining occurs spend extra brushing time to assist with stain removal Dd Braces The brush should be placed at a 45 degree angle between your brackets and gumline Using light pressure gently move the bristles in a small circular motion so that the long bristles reach between your teeth for 2 seconds Then gently turn roll the brush handle so the bristles clean the bracket and the rest of the tooth before you move the bristles to the next tooth Continue this until you have brushed all of your teeth Please note that brush heads will wear out sooner when used on braces BD Dental restorations dental work Use Sonicare on dental restorations such as implants caps crowns bridges and fillings as you would on your normal tooth surfaces to reduce plaque build up and improve gum health Work the bristles around all areas of the restoration for thorough cleaning Periodontal pockets Your dental professional may have indicated that you have periodontal pockets deep pockets where plaque bacteria collect If this is the case after brushing for a full 2 minutes spend extra time gently brushing these areas
10. lips Oral Healthcare Inc All rights reserved PHILIPS and the Philips shield are registered trademarks of Koninklijke Philips Electronics NV Easy start Quadpacer Smartimer Sonicare and the Sonicare logo are trademarks of Philips Oral Healthcare Inc and or Koninklijke Philips Electronics N V 4235 020 19822
11. ore switching the appliance on The brush head chatters This can be avoided by keeping the brush head properly oriented against my teeth with the brush head placed on the gumline at an angle of 45 degrees Brushing seems less powerful The handle may need recharging The Easy start feature may be on and needs to be deactivated see Features ou may need to clean your brush head You may need to replace your brush head The Dual speed button may be set to reduced speed Unpleasant odor Clean the handle brush head and charger thoroughly see Cleaning Replace the brush head with a new one The LED blinks yellow What The blinking yellow LED indicates that fewer than 3 brushings remain does this mean Recharge your Sonicare for at least 24 hours The appliance has an extra This function provides additional time for brushing troublesome areas 30 seconds of brushing time where plaque collects and gum disease starts It is recommended you What is this for use the extra 30 seconds of brushing time to re brush troublesome areas massage your gums or brush your tongue see Features 15 North America Philips Oral Healthcare Inc Outside North America 1 800 682 7664 35301 SE Center Street 1 425 396 2000 www sonicare com Snoqualmie WA 98065 www philips com USA s Printed in U S A Printed on 100 recycled paper Protected by U S and international patents Other patents pending O 2007 Phi
12. s The Normal setting should be selected when Sonicare is used in clinical trials Battery Charge Indicator BD If the battery charge of your Sonicare is low you will hear 3 beeps after you have brushed your teeth for 2 minutes and the charge indicator LED will blink yellow for 30 seconds A low charge indication signifies that 3 or fewer 2 minute brushings remain When not in use you may keep your Sonicare in the charger to maintain a full battery charge Multiple LED charge indicator D When the handle is placed in the charger the green charge indicator LEDs will blink in a rising pattern as the battery charges The number of blinking LEDs indicates the level to which the battery has been charged When the battery reaches full charge the LEDs stop blinking and illuminates continuously About once a minute the charge indicator LEDs go out momentarily and then come back on This indicates that the battery is being maintained at full charge The full charge indication will persist until the handle is removed from the charger The blinking yellow LED indicates that fewer than 3 brushings remain Cleaning By following these simple steps you should get years of worry free brushing Rinse the brush head and bristles after each use and air dry only Clean the brush head at least once a week including under the nut 11 To remove the nut Press down gently on the white area Pull the nut over the top of the
13. te the rechargeable battery from the appliance by means of a screwdriver Please note that this process is NOT reversible 13 US and Canada For information on proper battery recycling please visit the Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation website at www rbrc org or call 678 419 9990 Philips Oral Healthcare Inc is not affiliated with the RBRC GUARANTEES AND SERVICE SEE SEPARATE PHILIPS WORLDWIDE GUARANTEE LEAFLET FOR STANDARD GUARANTEE GUARANTEE RESTRICTIONS WHAT IS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY BRUSH HEADS DAMAGE CAUSED BY MISUSE ABUSE NEGLECT OR ALTERATIONS ORMAL WEAR AND TEAR INCLUDING CHIPS SCRATCHES ABRASIONS DISCOLORATION OR FADING IMPLIED WARRANTIES ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANT OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FORA PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES SET FORTH IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN PLIED WARRANTY LASTS SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU LIMITATION OF REMEDIES NO EVENT SHALL PHILIPS ORAL HEALTHCARE INC OR ANY OF ITS AFFILIATED OR SUBSIDIARY COMPANIES BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES BASED UPON BREACH OF WARRANTY BREACH OF CONTRACT EGLIGENCE TORT OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY SUC DAMAGES INCLUDE WITHOUT LIMITATION LOSS OF SAVINGS OR REVENUE LOSS OF PROFIT LOSS OF USE THE CLAIMS OF THIRD PARTIES INCLUDING WITHOUT
14. th otherwise toothpaste may splatter Rinse the brush head and bristles after each use BD Clean the brush head weekly including under the nut D A fully charged Sonicare will provide approximately 2 weeks of typical use 2 minutes of brushing twice a day making it easy to travel without the charger Remember voltage converters and plug adapters DO NOT guarantee voltage compatibility Always check for voltage compatibility Brushing technique Follow these simple steps to maximize your brushing experience Before turning the Sonicare on place the bristles of the brush head on your gumline at a 45 degree angle Hold the handle with a light grip turn the Sonicare on and gently move the bristles in a small circular motion so the longer bristles reach between your teeth After a few seconds glide the bristles to the next secion Continue this routine throughout your 2 minute brushing cycle To maximize Sonicare s effectiveness apply only light pressure and let the Sonicare toothbrush do the brushing for you Do not scrub To make sure you brush evenly throughout the mouth divide your mouth into 4 sections outside top inside top outside bottom and inside bottom teeth Begin brushing in section 1 outside top teeth and brush for 30 seconds before moving to section 2 inside top teeth Continue brushing for 30 seconds in each section progressing through all 4 sections until you ve brushed for 2 minutes After having comp
15. ur 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 Do not clean the brush head or the charger in the dishwasher 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 u Customer Service Information If you have any questions after reading this manual feel free to contact our Customer Service Center or visit our website D 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 www philips com outside North America SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Preparing for use To attach the Sonicare brush head EN Align the front of the brush head with the front of the toothbrush
16. ve electrical outlet Press the Dual Speed Control button briefly and note which LED lights up Press and hold the Dual Speed Control button Continue to hold the button while the LEDs slowly cycle through the timing interval setting options D Green LED in position 4 Quadpacer active factory default setting D Green LED in top 5th position 2 1 2 minute setting Quadpacer active with additional timing interval of 30 seconds BD Yellow LED in bottom 1st position no timing intervals set Quadpacer not active To program the desired setting release the button when the LED corresponding to your choice lights up Note Selecting 2 1 2 minutes brushing time reduces the number of brushings available from a fully charged battery Dual Speed Control The Dual Speed Control feature allows you to choose between 2 speed settings Normal speed Max for optimum brushing performance or Reduced speed Gentle when an even more gentle action is desired Each time you turn your Sonicare on it will begin brushing at the Normal speed setting To change the speed setting From Normal to Reduced speed press the Dual Speed Control button once during brushing From Reduced to Normal speed press the Dual Speed Control button a second time during brushing A distinctive two tone beep indicates that the speed setting has been changed It is recommended that you brush at the Normal speed setting to maintain optimal result
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