User manual

- This symbol means that the product contains a built-in

rechargeable battery covered by European Directive

2006/66/EC, which cannot be disposed of with normal household

waste. The chemical symbol 'Hg' shown below the wheeled bin

means that the rechargeable battery contains mercury. Follow the

instructions in section ‘Removing the rechargeable battery’ to

remove the battery.

- Follow your country's rules for the separate collection of electrical

and electronic products and batteries. Correct disposal helps

prevent negative consequences for the environment and human

health.

Removing disposable batteries

To remove disposable batteries, see the instructions for placing

and/or removing batteries in the user manual.

Removing the rechargeable battery

Warning: PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS PROCESS IS NOT

REVERSIBLE.

- To remove the rechargeable battery, you need a flat-head

(standard) screwdriver. Observe basic safety precautions when

you follow the procedure outlined below. Be sure to protect your

eyes, hands, fingers, and the surface on which you work.

1 To deplete the rechargeable battery of any charge, remove the

handle from the charger, turn on the Philips Sonicare and let it run

until it stops. Repeat this step until you can no longer switch on

the Philips Sonicare.

2 Insert a screwdriver into the slot located at the bottom of the

handle and turn counterclockwise to release the bottom cap (Fig.

19).

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