User manual PHILIPS HX5610

[. . . ] Do not place or store it over or near water contained in a bathtub, washbasin, sink etc. Do not immerse the charger in water or any other liquid. After cleaning, make sure the charger is completely dry before you connect it to the mains. Warning - Check if the voltage indicated on the appliance corresponds to the local mains voltage before you connect the appliance. [. . . ] Battery charge indication (specific models only) When the battery runs low, you hear 5 beeps after the 2-minute brushing cycle and the charging light flashes rapidly. When you hear the low charge indication, there are 3 or fewer 2-minute brushings left. Using the appliance Brushing technique Follow these simple steps to maximise your brushing experience. 1 Before you switch on the Sonicare, place the bristles of the brush head on your gumline at a 45-degree angle. 2 Hold the handle with a light grip and switch on the Sonicare. Gently move the bristles in a small circular motion so that the longer bristles reach between your teeth. After a few seconds, pass the bristles to the next section. continue this routine throughout the 2-minute brushing cycle. 3 To maximise the effectiveness of the Sonicare toothbrush, use light pressure and let the 4 To make sure you brush evenly throughout the mouth, divide your mouth into 4 sections: outside upper teeth, inside upper teeth, outside lower teeth and inside lower teeth. Begin brushing the first section (outside upper teeth) and brush for 30 seconds before moving to the next section (inside upper teeth). Continue brushing the other two sections for 30 seconds each until you have completed the 2-minute brushing cycle. - The Smartimer automatically resets to the beginning of a 2-minute cycle if: 1 you stop brushing for 30 seconds or longer; 2 you put the handle in the charger. - The Quadpacer 30-second interval timer ensures that you brush all sections of your mouth evenly and thoroughly. At 30, 60 and 90 seconds, you hear a short beep and notice a pause in brushing action. These signals tell you to continue with the next section of your mouth. cleaning Regular cleaning guarantees the best performance and a long life for the appliance. We advise you to use a mild cleaning agent, water and a moist cloth to clean the Sonicare. 1 Rinse the brush head and bristles after every use. 2 Clean the brush head at least once a week, including under the removable nut. Do not use sharp objects to press on the seal, as this may cause damage. 4 Pull up the nut over the top of the brush head. 5 To reattach the nut, slip the nut over the brush head shaft and pull it down until it snaps home. [. . . ] Push the screwdriver blade into the handle as far as it goes and twist the blade. 3 Remove the screwdriver and apply the above instruction to the other slot, which is located on the opposite side of the handle. twist the blade to split the rest of the housing. 4 Now insert the screwdriver into the middle slot, which is located on the top front part of the handle, as shown. [. . . ]