2
Place the toothbrush bristles against the teeth
at a slight angle towards the gumline (Fig. 7).
3
Hold the handle with a light grip and turn on
the Sonicare. Gently move the brush head
slowly across the teeth in a small back and
forth motion so the longer bristles reach
between your teeth. Continue this motion
throughout your 2-minute brushing cycle.
4
To maximize effectiveness, apply only light
pressure and let the toothbrush do the
brushing for you. Do not scrub.
5
To make sure you brush evenly throughout
the mouth, divide your mouth into 4 sections:
outside top, inside top, outside bottom
and inside bottom teeth. Begin brushing in
section 1 (outside top teeth) and brush for
30 seconds before moving to section 2 (inside
top teeth). Continue brushing in section 3
(outside bottom teeth) and brush for 30
seconds before moving to section 4 (inside
bottom teeth) for a total brushing time of 2
minutes (Fig. 8)
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After you have completed the 2-minute
brushing cycle, you can spend additional
time brushing the chewing surfaces of your
teeth and areas where staining occurs. You may
also brush your tongue, with the toothbrush
turned on or off, as you prefer (Fig. 9).
Your Sonicare is safe to use on:
Braces (brush heads wear out sooner when
used on braces)
Dental restorations (fillings, crowns, veneers)
Features
Smartimer 2-minute timer
After 2 minutes, the Smartimer automatically
turns off your toothbrush.
To pause or stop brushing during your 2-
minute cycle, press the power button. Press
the power button within 30 seconds and the
Smartimer picks up where you left off.
Battery indicator (select models)
The battery indicator shows the amount of power
left in the batteries.
Solid green light indicates there are at least 16
two-minute brushings available (Fig. 10).
Flashing green light indicates there are less than
16 brushings available.
Three beeps at the end of a two-minute
brushing indicate that there are less than 4
two-minute brushings available.
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Note: The number of brushings you get from new
batteries may vary depending on the type of batteries
you use.
Note: The toothbrush will turn on for one second then
immediately shut off to indicate it is time to replace
batteries.
Easy-start
This Sonicare model comes with the Easy-start
feature, which helps you get used to brushing
with Sonicare.
Brushing power gently increases to full power
over the first 14 brushings.
Note: Each of the first 14 brushings must be at least
1 minute in length to advance through the Easy-start
ramp-up cycle properly.
Note: Prior to a clinical test, ensure that the Easy-start
process has been completed, attach a new brush
head and install new AA alkaline batteries.
Cleaning
Do not place brush heads and the handle in the
dishwasher.
1
Rinse the brush head and bristles after each
use. Let the brush head air-dry only (Fig. 11).
2
Remove the brush head once a week and
clean the connection between the brush head
and the handle. (Fig. 12)
Do not use sharp objects to press on the rubber
seal, as this may cause damage.
3
Clean the remainder of the handle
periodically with mild soap and a moist
cloth (Fig. 13).
Storage
If you are not going to use the toothbrush for
an extended period of time (a month or longer),
remove the batteries, clean the appliance and store
it in a cool and dry place.
Replacement
Brush head
Replace Sonicare brush heads every 3 months
to achieve optimal results.
Use only Sonicare HydroClean replacement
brush heads with the B400 model.
Disposal
Do not throw away the appliance with the
normal household waste at the end of its life,
but hand it in at an official collection point for
recycling. By doing this, you help to preserve
the environment (Fig. 14).
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This symbol represents Philips’
recommendation to dispose of your AA
batteries properly.
Guarantee and service
Customer Service Information
If you have any questions after reading this manual,
contact our Customer Care Center.
Customer Service Center 1-800-682-7664
(North America), outside North America
contact your local Philips Customer Care
Center.
Internet information www.philips.com
WARRAnTY EXClUSIOnS
What is not covered under warranty:
Brush heads
Damage caused by misuse, abuse, neglect,
alterations or unauthorized repair.
Normal wear and tear, including chips,
scratches, abrasions, discoloration or fading.
Replacement batteries
PhIlIPS DAP GUARAnTEES ITS
PRODUCT FOR A PERIOD OF
TWO YEARS AFTER ThE DATE OF
PURChASE.
PRODUCTS WITH DEFECTS DUE TO FAULTY
MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP WILL BE
REPAIRED OR REPLACED UPON RECEIPT OF
CONVINCING PROOF THAT THE DEFECT/
CLAIM FALLS WITHIN THE WARRANTY (E.G.
A PURCHASE RECEIPT). THIS WARRANTY
DOES NOT COVER PRODUCT/PARTS THAT
ARE SUBJECT TO WEAR CONSISTENT
WITH NORMAL USE. ALSO SEE WARRANTY
EXCLUSIONS ABOVE. THE WARRANTY IS
NOT VALID IF A DEFECT IS DUE TO DAMAGE
CAUSED BY INCORRECT USE, POOR
MAINTENANCE (E.G. PART BLOCKED BY
SCALE) OR IF ALTERATIONS OR REPAIRS
HAVE BEEN CARRIED OUT BY PERSONS NOT
AUTHORIZED BY PHILIPS DAP.
lIMITATIOn OF REMEDIES
IN NO EVENT SHALL PHILIPS OR ANY OF
ITS AFFILIATED OR SUBSIDIARY COMPANIES
BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES BASED
UPON BREACH OF WARRANTY, BREACH OF
CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, TORT, OR ANY
OTHER LEGAL THEORY. SUCH DAMAGES
INCLUDE, WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OF
SAVINGS OR REVENUE; LOSS OF PROFIT;
LOSS OF USE; THE CLAIMS OF THIRD
PARTIES INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION,
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DENTISTS AND DENTAL HYGIENISTS; AND
COST OF ANY SUBSTITUTE EQUIPMENT OR
SERVICES. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE
EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL
OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
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