Cleaning And Maintenance; Special Instructions - HoMedics PowerDent ultra Manual De Instrucciones

Outside teeth
5. Brush the gum lines as well as the teeth, starting
with the outside teeth and gums, followed by the
insides and finish with the chewing surfaces.
Ensure that you spend equal time in all 4 quadrants
of your mouth.
6. Do not press too hard or scrub with this unit.
Remember the unit is activated with the lightest
pressure to help protect teeth and gums.
Inside teeth
7. The auto timer feature will automatically turn the
unit off after the 2-minute dentist recommended
brushing time. Note: To turn the unit off before the
2 minutes have elapsed, simply press the ON/OFF
button. Ensure the unit is off when traveling with
the PowerDent Ultra.
8. Rinse mouth thoroughly with water.
Chewing surface
9. Remove brush head and rinse under running
water.
10. Brush heads should be replaced every 2-3 months
to ensure optimal performance.
HoMedics replacement brush heads (RH-P) for this
model are available at your local retailer or check
www.homedics.com for a list of retailers that offer
these replacement heads.
Note: We recom-

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

mend soaking the
1. After use, turn the toothbrush off and rinse the
brush head in a
brush head for several seconds under running
denture cleaner
water.
(commercially avail-
2. Take the brush head off the handle and rinse both
able) every 2 to 4
parts under running water and wipe them dry.
weeks to keep it
Note: Be sure to point the handle downward
hygienically clean. (upside down) when rinsing. Do not allow water to
drain down into handle.
3. Place the handle back on the charging base.
Note: For optimal charging base stability, run the
power cord through the right or left slot on the
back of the charging base.
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4. When the unit is not in use for an extended period,
unplug the cord and store.
5. Clean the charger base periodically with a soft cloth or
paper towel. The charger base must be dry before plug-
ging it into an electrical outlet.
MEDICAL SAFEGUARDS
Please note the following instructions for your continued
safety.
1. Similar to starting any new oral hygiene regime, contact
your dentist before using PowerDent Ultra if you have had
oral or periodontal surgery.
2. Contact your dentist if excessive bleeding occurs or if
bleeding continues after 2 weeks.
3. This product is designed for cleaning teeth and gums only.
Do not use for any other purpose.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

REMOVING AND DISPOSING OF NI-CAD BATTERIES
This unit is equipped with long-lasting, rechargeable nickel-
cadmium batteries. To help protect our environment, they
should be removed at the end of the unit's life for safe dispos-
al. Batteries CANNOT be replaced.
To remove the batteries before discarding product:
1. Place the handle in the charging base and turn counter
clockwise to remove the cap.
2. Slide the battery out of the handle and remove.
3. Dispose of the cell-pack in compliance with national or
local regulations for environmental protection and
recycling of raw materials. Do not dispose of the cell-pack
by burning or incineration.
Note: During the
first few days of
use, your gums
may bleed
slightly. Any
bleeding should
stop within a few
days. If your
gums continue
to bleed for a
period of 2
weeks or more,
discontinue use
and consult your
dentist.
Caution:
Opening the
handle will
destroy the
appliance and
invalidate the
warranty.
Note: A change
in the shape of
the bristles is
normal after use.
Toothbrush head
should be
replaced every
2-3 months.
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