Philips Rechargeable sonic toothbrush HX3120 HX3120/03 Leaflet

Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to Philips!  

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register your product at www.philips.com/welcome.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE

 - Do not immerse, place or store the charger over or near water.  

Do not reach for a charger that has fallen into water. Unplug 

immediately. After cleaning, make sure the charger is completely  

dry before you connect it to the mains. 
Warnings

 - The mains cord cannot be replaced. If the mains cord is damaged, 

discard the charger. Always have the charger replaced with one of the 

original type in order to avoid a hazard. 

 - Discontinue use if this product appears damaged in any way (brush 

head, charger, toothbrush handle). Cord, plugs and batteries cannot be 

replaced. This device contains no user-serviceable parts. 

 - Do not use the charger outdoors or near heated surfaces. 

 - Do not use attachments and/or brush heads other than those 

recommended by the manufacturer.

 - This device is not intended for use by children or persons with 

reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience 

and knowledge, unless supervised or instructed in use by a person 

responsible for their safety.

 - Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with  

the device. 

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HX3100 series

This device complies with current standards regarding electromagnetic fields 

(EMF). If used as directed this device is safe.

1  Replaceable brush head

2  Power on/off button

3  Handle

4  Hygienic travel cap

5  Charger

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 Align the front of the brush head with the front of the toothbrush handle. 

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 Push the brush head onto the metal shaft.  (Fig. 2)

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 Put the plug of the charger in the wall socket.

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 Place the handle on the charger.

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 Wet the bristles and apply a small amount of toothpaste (Fig. 3).

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 To avoid splattering, place the brush head in your mouth before 

switching the toothbrush on.

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 Press the power on/off button to switch on the toothbrush.

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 Brush like you normally would do.  (Fig. 4)

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 Apply light pressure to maximize the toothbrush’s effectiveness.  

Do not press too hard. 

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 The toothbrush will automatically turn off after two minutes. 

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 You may also brush your tongue, with the toothbrush turned on  

or off, as you prefer. 

The toothbrush is safe to use on:

 - Braces (brush heads wear out sooner when used on braces)

 - Dental restorations (fillings, crowns, veneers)

 - Consult your dentist if you have had oral surgery in the previous 2 

months, if excessive bleeding occurs right after using this toothbrush or 

if bleeding continues to occur after 1 week of use.

 - This device has only been designed for cleaning teeth, gums and tongue. 

Do not use it for any other purpose. Stop using the device and contact 

your physician if you experience any discomfort or pain.

 - The Sonicare toothbrush is a personal care device and is not intended 

for use on multiple patients in a dental practice or institution.
Features
2 minute-timer

 - After 2 minutes, the timer automatically switches off the toothbrush. 

Do not clean brush heads, the handle or the charger in the dishwasher.

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 Rinse the brush head and bristles after each use. Let the brush head 

air-dry only (Fig. 3).

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 Remove the brush head from the handle and rinse the brush head 

connection at least once a week with warm water.  (Fig. 5)

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 Periodically wipe the surface of the handle with a damp cloth and 

mild soap (Fig. 6).

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 Unplug the charger and periodically wipe its surface with a damp cloth. 

If you are not going to use the toothbrush for a long time (a month or 

longer), unplug the charger, clean the device and store it in a cool and dry 

place away from direct sunlight.

 - Replace Sonicare brush heads every 3 months to achieve optimal results.

 - Do not use a brush head with crushed or bent bristles. Replace the 

brush head every 3 months or sooner if signs of wear appear. 

 - Use only Philips Sonicare brush heads. 

 - 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. 7).

 - The built-in rechargeable batteries contain substances that may pollute 

the environment. Always remove the batteries before you discard and 

hand in the appliance at an official collection point. Dispose of the 

batteries at an official collection point for batteries. If you have trouble 

removing the batteries, you can also take the appliance to a Philips 

service centre. The staff of this centre will remove the batteries for you 

and will dispose of them in an environmentally safe way (Fig. 8).

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 To deplete the rechargeable batteries of any charge, remove the handle 

from the charger, switch on the toothbrush and let it operate until it 

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

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Insert a flat-head (standard) screwdriver into the slot located at the

bottom of the handle. Turn the screwdriver anti-clockwise to release 

the bottom cap (Fig. 9).

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 Hold the handle upside down and push down on the shaft to release 

the internal components of the handle (Fig. 10).

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 Cut the wires to disconnect the batteries from the housing.

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Place a flat-head (standard) screwdriver onto each of the three snaps

and tap with a hammer to break the snaps.  (Fig. 11)

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 Separate the bottom cap from the housing and remove the  

rechargeable batteries. 

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 The rechargeable batteries can now be recycled and the rest  

of the appliance discarded appropriately. 
guarantee and service

Philips warrants its products for two years after the date of purchase. Defects 

due to faulty materials and workmanship will be repaired or replaced at Philips 

expense provided that convincing proof of purchase in the qualifying period is 

provided. Use of unauthorized replacement parts will void this warranty.

Contact our Consumer Care Center at 1-800-682-7664 (North America), 

outside North America contact your local Philips Consumer Care Center. 

Internet information: www.sonicare.com (North America) or www.philips.

com (outside North America).

The terms of the guarantee do not cover the following:

 - Brush heads

 - Damage caused by use of unauthorized replacement parts.

 - Damage caused by misuse, abuse, neglect, alterations or unauthorized repair.

 - Normal wear and tear, including chips, scratches, abrasions,  

discolouration or fading.

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