INDEX ENGLISH FRANÇAIS DEUTSCH NEDERLANDS ITALIANO ESPAÑOL PORTUGUÈS TÜRKÇE 4 15 27 39 51 63 75 87 3 HX 2550/40/20 4 ENGLISH First use 1 Put the plug in the wall socket. C 2 Place the toothbrush in the charging unit. The brush will now be charged automatically. Let the appliance charge for at least 16 hours before you use it for the first time. C 1 2 Mount the brush head on the toothbrush by inserting it into the bayonet catch and turning it. Put some toothpaste on the brush. 4 Place the brush against your teeth and press the on/off button. 3 C Brush one tooth at a time, until you have cleaned all teeth completely (minimum 2 minutes, see also the brushing instructions). As a result of the Controlled Pressure system, you will hear and feel the brush flexing backwards when too much pressure is applied. After use, always clean the inside and the outside of the brush head as well as the toothbrush itself. You can put the toothbrush back in the charging unit after use. For more information on how to use the appliance, read the section `instructions for use'. 6 5 C ENGLISH 5 Taking optimal care of your teeth Healthy teeth are to be treasured, which is logical, for we want them to last a lifetime.As plaque is the major cause of tooth decay, proper dental care is essential. By brushing carefully every day you will remove plaque and keep your teeth and gums healthy longer. What is plaque? Plaque is a soft, sticky layer on our teeth. It forms mainly on hard-to-reach areas such as interdental spaces and along the gum line. Plaque mainly consists of bacteria that turn the sugars in our food into harmful acids. Due to its yellowy white colour, plaque is hard to detect on the teeth. Fortunately, as long as the plaque is still soft, it can easily be removed by means of careful and correct brushing. What are the consequences of plaque? The acids in plaque dissolve the enamel on our teeth and molars, which may lead to the development of cavities. The bacteria produce toxins which may cause the gums to become inflamed (gingivitis). Inflamed gums are often red and swollen and may start bleeding during brushing or eating. Moreover, the inflammation may spread from the gum line to the jaw bone beneath, which may eventually cause the teeth and molars to fall out. If plaque is not removed daily, it may calcify into tartar adhering strongly to the teeth.Tartar, in its turn, provides an excellent platform for new plaque growth, thus further increasing the risk of caries and inflammation. 6 ENGLISH Correct positioning of the toothbrush What is the best toothbrushing method? Toothbrushing is an activity that needs to be carried out with care.Therefore, take your time to reach all areas. Electric toothbrushes have been proven to be more effective than manual toothbrushes when it comes to removing plaque.With the Philips Jordan Sensiflex, brushing each side of the tooth for a few seconds is enough to clean both the tooth and the surrounding gums. In this way, you can clean all your teeth in a few minutes (see also the brushing instructions). If you like, you can ask your dentist or dental hygienist for a personal brushing advice. The Philips Jordan Sensiflex has been designed to make that type of movement that best removes plaque.As there is no need for you to move the brush to and fro, you can focus on placing the brush on your teeth correctly. The quickly oscillating bristles of the brush first detach and then wipe away the plaque.The extra long and soft bristles of the Active Tip ensure thorough and effective cleaning between the teeth and at the back of the mouth. ENGLISH Enough time By guiding the brush slowly along the insides, outsides and chewing surfaces of all teeth and molars, you will clean all areas in which plaque is likely to develop. Hardto-reach areas such as behind the molars, along the gum line and behind the front teeth, require extra attention. It is therefore important that you take enough time to brush for your daily oral hygiene. 7 Optimal pressure Brushing too hard may cause damage to your teeth and gums. And, contrary to what you might expect, it removes plaque less effectively than gentle brushing. The unique Controlled Pressure system will help you keep a check on your brushing pressure. If too much pressure is applied on the brush, the appliance will warn you immediately by producing a click which you will both hear and feel. Subsequently, the brush head will flex back. Clinical tests have shown that, thanks to this Controlled Pressure system, brushing with the Philips Jordan Sensiflex results in better and safer brushing techniques. 8 ENGLISH Important Be sure to check if the wall socket to which you connect the charging unit is live. In some bathroom cabinets, the electricity supply to the built-in socket may be interrupted as soon as the light is switched off. Charge the appliance for at least 16 hours before you use it for the first time. The mains cord of the charging unit cannot be replaced. If the cord is damaged, the unit should be discarded. Please apply to your Philips dealer or to the Philips organisation in your country (refer to the World Wide Guarantee leaflet). The built-in battery contains substances that can be harmful to the environment. If you discard the appliance in due course, remove the built-in battery and hand it in at an official collection point or dispose of it in accordance with the regulations. See section "Environmental aspects". If your appliance is marked with y the following text applies: To protect the environment, this appliance has been equipped with a nickel-hydride (NiMH) battery which contains less than 0.01% cadmium. Still we advise you to make sure sure that, when you discard the appliance, you keep the battery separate from normal household refuse and dispose of it at an officialy assigned collection point. Please refer to section "Environmental aspects". If your appliance is marked with t the following text applies: The built-in rechargeable (NiCd) battery contains substances which may pollute the environment. When you discard your appliance in due course, ENGLISH 9 please ensure that the battery is kept separate from normal household refuse and disposed of at an officially assigned collection point. Please refer to section "Environmental aspects". Instructions for use Mounting the appliance on the wall C 21 mm 1 Mount the charging unit to the wall. Do not allow the charging unit to come into contact with water.The toothbrush, however, is watertight and can therefore be used safely anywhere. To mount the charger to the wall, you will need 2 wood screws (3,5 x 25 mm) and two wall plugs (S5).They are available in any home centre. 1 2 Charging C 16 hrs Leave the appliance to charge for at least 16 hours before you use it for the first time. The toothbrush can be put back in the charging unit after use. Only type HX 2550: If the battery in the toothbrush is being charged, the pilot light is green and blinks. If the battery has been fully charged, the pilot light burns continuously. Only types HX 2540 en HX 2520: If the battery in the toothbrush is being charged, the pilot light is green. 1 10 ENGLISH If the battery is almost empty, the pilot light is red and blinks for 10 seconds after the toothbrush has been switched off (only types HX 2540 and HX 2550). Tip:The toothbrush can be left to charge continuously. When you start using the appliance, we recommend you to use it until the battery is empty and do so three times in a row.You can do this by using the appliance in the normal way without recharging it between brushing session until the motor almost stops running.To extend the life time of the battery, reapeat this procedure every six months. How to use C 1 2 1 Mount the brush head onto the toothbrush by inserting it into the bayonet catch and turning it.This will make it impossible for the brush head to become detached due to vibration. Place the brush in your mouth. C 2 C 3 Press the on/off button to switch the toothbrush on. ENGLISH 11 C 4 The toothbrush will start rotating at the highest speed.To switch to a lower speed, press the 2-speeds button. Brushing C Place the brush against the tooth at an angle, in such a way that it covers the surface of the tooth as well as the gum line. Hold the brush in that position for a few seconds and then move on to the next tooth. The round brush head removes plaque from the teeth and beneath the gum margin. The individual moving Active Tip cleans between the teeth. The brush will do the work for you.All you have to do is guide the brush carefully along the teeth and molars. Make sure that you reach all surfaces of the teeth (inside, outside and chewing surface) as well as the gums properly. A fixed brushing pattern will prevent you from skipping certain areas. See also the brushing instructions coming with the appliance and the section `taking optimal care of your teeth'. 2 1 C Safe brushing C 1 The Controlled Pressure system will keep a check on the pressure you exert on the brush. 12 ENGLISH C If you press the brush too hard against your gums, you will feel and hear a click when the brush head flexes backwards.As soon as you reduce the pressure, the brush will return to its normal position. This will probably happen regularly when you first start using the brush, but after some time you will have discovered the optimal brushing pressure, and the brush will flex backwards less often. Tip: If plaque is removed properly, the gums will have a pink colour and firmly surround the teeth. Healthy gums do not bleed when you eat or brush your teeth (see also the section `taking optimal care of your teeth') If, nevertheless, your gums bleed slightly the first few times you use the brush, this bleeding will generally stop after a few days. If it does not, consult your dentist or dental hygienist. 2 Minimum brushing time: 2 minutes In general, 2 minutes will be enough to clean your teeth properly.Therefore the brush is equipped with a red pilot light that will blink for 40 seconds when you have been brushing for 2 minutes (only types HX 2550 and HX 2540). Naturally, you can also brush longer than 2 minutes. After brushing C 1 Let the toothbrush run while you rinse the brush head under the tap. Use lukewarm water (max. 60°C). ENGLISH 13 C 2 Also rinse the inside of the brush head. C CLICK 3 Switch the toothbrush on again to rinse toothpaste residues from the drive shaft. C 4 Store the brush head upside down in the storage compartment, with the coloured ring visible on top. You can clean the charging unit with a moist cloth. First unplug the charging unit! 5 Brush head replacement C Replace the brush head every three months for the best brushing results. The brush head should also be replaced when the bristles start to bend outwards. New brush heads are available from the shop in which you have purchased your Philips Jordan toothbrush. Tip: Worn bristles will move plaque around rather than remove it.They may also damage the gums. It is therefore important that you replace the brush head every three months. 1 14 ENGLISH Environmental aspects 2 If you discard the appliance in due course, remove the battery and dispose of it in an environmentally safe way. 1 NB:You can also hand the appliance in at a Philips Service Centre, which will dispose of the battery for you. Before you remove the battery, it must be completely empty. Let the appliance run until is stops before removing the battery. NB: Only unscrew the bottom of the appliance if you want to remove the battery. After the bottom has been unscrewed, the appliance may not be watertight anymore. Therefore the guarantee will become invalid if the bottom of the appliance has been unscrewed. If undamaged, the sticker on the bottom of the appliance will prove that the appliance has not been opened. FRANÇAIS 15 Première utilisation 1 Placez la fiche dans la prise de courant. C 2 Placez la brosse à dents dans le chargeur. La brosse sera maintenant automatiquement chargée. Laissez charger l'appareil pendant au moins 16 heures avant de l'utiliser pour la première fois. C 1 2 Placez la tête de brosse sur la brosse à dents en l'insérant dans le raccord à baïonnette et en la faisant tourner. Placez du dentifrice sur la brosse. 4 Placez la brosse contre les dents et appuyez sur le bouton marche/arrêt. 3 C Brossez une dent à la fois jusqu'à ce que vous ayez nettoyé complètement toutes les dents (minimum 2 minutes, voir également instructions de brossage). Du fait du système de pression contrôlée, vous sentirez et entendrez la tête de la brosse basculer en arrière si vous appuyez trop fortement. Après usage, nettoyez toujours l'intérieur et l'extérieur de la tête de brosse ainsi que la brosse elle-même. Vous pouvez replacer la brosse à dents dans le chargeur après usage . P ...