User manual PHILIPS HX2740

[. . . ] If your toothbrush is marked with the following text applies: The built-in rechargeable (NiCd) battery contains substances which may pollute the environment. When you discard your toothbrush in due course, please make sure that the battery is kept separate from normal household refuse and dispose of it at an officially assigned collection point. please refer to the section "Environmental aspects". When you use the Oral Water Jet for the first time or when you have not been using it for a long time, it is necessary to set the volume control to its maximum setting (5) and the jet tip nozzle to position · (for singlejet operation) to start the water flowing to the jet tip. [. . . ] By guiding the brush slowly along the insides, outsides and chewing surfaces of all teeth and molars, you will clean all areas in which plaque is likely to develop. Hard-to-reach areas such as behind the molars, along the gum line and behind the front teeth, require extra attention. It is therefore important that you take enough time for your daily oral hygiene. Leave the toothbrush to charge for at least 16 hours before you use it for the first time. The toothbrush can be put back in the charging unit after use. If the battery in the toothbrush is being charged, the pilot light is green (only type HX2740). If the battery is almost empty, the pilot light is red and blinks for 10 seconds after the toothbrush has been switched off (only type HX2740). Tip: The toothbrush can be left to charge continuously. However, to extend the life of the battery, it is recommended to let the toothbrush run until it is completely empty and then fully recharge it every six months. How to use the toothbrush Mount the brush head onto the toothbrush by inserting it into the bayonet catch and turning it. This will make it impossible for the brush head to become detached due to vibration. Place the brush against the tooth at an angle, in such a way that it covers the surface of the tooth as well as the gum line. Hold the brush in that position for a few seconds and then move on to the next tooth. The round brush head removes plaque from the teeth and beneath the gum line. The individually moving Active Tip cleans between the teeth. All you have to do is guide the brush carefully along the teeth and molars. Make sure that you reach all surfaces of the teeth (inside, outside and chewing surface) as well as the gums properly. A fixed brushing pattern will prevent you from skipping certain areas. Section `taking optimal care of your teeth'. The Controlled Pressure system will keep a check on the pressure you exert on the brush. If you press the brush too hard against your gums, you will feel and hear a click when the brush head flexes backwards. As soon as you reduce the pressure, the brush will return to its normal position. [. . . ] Do not direct the water jet at the gums in such way that the jet penetrates beneath the gum line. You can switch the water supply off with the switch slide before changing the position of the jet tip in your mouth. Press the MAX button if you want to use maximum jet power for a short time (especially when cleaning under bridgework). Release the button to switch back to the set water volume. [. . . ]