User manual PHILIPS HX2745

[. . . ] When you discard the toothbrush in due course, remove the battery and dispose of it in an environmentally safe way. Preparing the appliance for use Mounting the base unit to the wall Mount the base unit to the wall, using 2 screws (3. 5x30mm) and 2 wall plugs (S5) (not included). To drill the holes in the right places, you can use the drilling stencil on the last page of these directions for use. [. . . ] In general, 2 minutes will be enough to clean your teeth properly. Naturally, you can also brush longer than 2 minutes. type HX2745 only: a red pilot light will blink to indicate that 2 minutes have passed. The Gum Protection system guarantees that you do not exert too much pressure on the teeth and gums. Too C If you exert you much pressure onathe toothbrush, will feel and hear click when the brush head flexes backwards. As soon as you reduce the pressure, the brush head will return to its normal position. tip: if plaque is removed properly , the gums will have a pink colour and will firmly surround the teeth. Healthy gums do not bleed when you eat or brush your teeth. If, nevertheless, your gums bleed slightly the first few times you use the toothbrush, this bleeding will generally stop after a few days. If it does not, consult your dentist or dental hygienist. Switch the toothbrush on again to rinse toothpaste residues from the drive shaft. Replace the brush attachment every 3 months for the best brushing results. Worn bristles will move plaque around rather than remove it. It is therefore important that you replace the brush head every three months. The brush attachment should also be replaced when the bristles start to bend outwards. You can obtain new brush attachments from the shop in which you purchased the appliance. When you use the water jet for the first time or when you have not been using it for a few days: Fill the water reservoir with lukewarm water. Put the water reservoir back onto the base unit. Push the slide on the handgrip upwards to make the water start running. When you use the water jet for the first time, let the appliance run until the water reservoir is completely empty (let the water drain away into the washbasin). You can then refill the water reservoir and start using the appliance. tip: for extra freshness , you can add mouthwash to the water in the water reservoir. [. . . ] The battery must be completely empty when you remove it. You should therefore let the appliance run until it stops before removing the battery. Turn the toothbrush anticlockwise to unscrew the bottom of the toothbrush. Turn the toothbrush upside down and press it down on a hard surface to remove the battery holder. [. . . ]