How to replace brush head on sonicare essence 5000 series

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Essence

5000 Series

Rechargeable

sonic toothbrush

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Summary of Contents for Philips Essence 5000 Series

• Page 1 Essence 5000 Series Rechargeable sonic toothbrush...

• Page 3: Important Safeguards

  IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE General description (Fig. 1) A Travel cap B Extra soft bristles C Brush head D Personalized ID ring E Removable nut F Power on/off button & charge indicator light G Charger base with cord wrap H Power cord I Brush head holder Refer to bottom of charger for voltage specifications. 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 place in or drop into water or other liquid. 3 Do not reach for a product that has fallen into water.

• Page 4: Attaching The Brush Head

  ENGlISH 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. 12 Sonicare is a personal care device and is not intended for use on multiple patients in a dental office or institution. 13 Do not use attachments other than those recommended by the manufacturer. 14 If 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. 15 To avoid damage to the product, do not place the brush head or charger in the dishwasher for cleaning.

• Page 5: Charging Your Sonicare

   Screw the brush head nut clockwise until it’s firmly tightened. If the brush head rattles when in 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.

• Page 6: Stain Removal

  ENGlISH 45º 45º 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 that 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.
• Page 7 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 to improve your gum health. Features Easy-start brushing power ramp-up...

• Page 8: Quadpacer 30-Second Interval Timer

  ENGlISH Quadpacer 30-second interval timer (available on select models). Quadpacer makes sure that you brush all sections of your mouth evenly and thoroughly. At 30, 60 and 90 seconds, you will hear a short beep and a pause in brushing action. This is your signal to move to the next section of your mouth.
• Page 9 Press down gently on the white area. Avoid using sharp objects to push on the seal as this may cause damage. Pull the nut up over the top of the brush head To replace the nut, slip the nut over the brush head shaft and pull until it clicks back on.  Clean and dry the handle periodically.  Clean the charger base periodically.

• Page 10: Removing The Batteries

  ENGlISH Environment HANDLE CONTAINS NICKEL CADMIUM BATTERIES. BATTERIES MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF PROPERLY. The batteries inside your Sonicare cannot be replaced, but are easily removed for recycling. At the end of product life and prior to disposal, please remove the batteries from the handle by following the instructions below. To help protect our environment, we encourage you to recycle at approved recycling locations. Do not dispose of the batteries in normal household waste.
• Page 11  Now, insert the screwdriver into the middle slot located on the top front part of the handle as shown and push the blade in as far as it will go.  Now use the screwdriver as a lever to pry the 2 handle sections apart.

• Page 12: Guarantee And Service

  Use a twisting and prying motion to break the glue bond around the batteries. The 2 batteries are joined together with glue and will be lifted out together. Guarantee and service Philips guarantees its products for two years after the date of purchase. Defects due to faulty materials and workmanship will be repaired or replaced at Philips expense provided that convincing proof of purchase in qualifying period is provided. Contact our Customer Service Center at 1-800-682-7664 (North America), outside North America contact your local Philips Customer Care Center.

• Page 13: Troubleshooting

  LIMITATION, LOSS OF SAVINGS OR REVENUE; LOSS OF PROFIT; LOSS OF USE; THE CLAIMS OF THIRD PARTIES INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, DENTISTS AND DENTAL HYGIENISTS; AND COST OF ANY SUBSTITUTE EQUIPMENT OR SERVICES. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Troubleshooting If you are unable to solve your problem by means of the troubleshooting guide below, please contact our Customer Service Center at 1-800-682- 7664(in North America), or the Philips Customer Care Center in your country. Problem The Sonicare toothbrush does not work I feel a tickling sensation when I use Sonicare. The brush head rattles when I use Sonicare The brush head chatters against my teeth.
• Page 16 For support call 1-800-682-7664 ©2008 Koninklijke Philips Electronics NV (KPENV). All rights reserved. PHILIPS and the Philips shield are registered trademarks of KPENV. Quadpacer, Smartimer, Easy-start, Sonicare and the Sonicare logo are trademarks of Philips Oral Healthcare, Inc. and/or KPENV.

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