® 8000 Use Instructions / Warranty Included Internet: www.oralb.com www.braun.com Type 4729 3-728-157/03/II-06 Japan/GB/China Printed in Germany B Oral- B Oral- B Oral- Oral-B e 2 speeds c a d B Oraltimer b Professional Care charge speed control timer f h g 1 3 2 English Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Introducing your Braun Oral-B ProfessionalCare 8000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Braun Oral-B ProfessionalCare 8000 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connecting and charging. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using your toothbrush . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Individual brushheads and accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cleaning recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Environmental notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Braun Oral-B ProfessionalCare 8000 Q&A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 18 18 19 20 21 22 23 23 24 ................................................................................ ................................................................................ ................................................................................ ................................................................................ ................................................................................ ................................................................................ ................................................................................ ................................................................................ ................................................................................ ................................................................................ 25 28 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 4 5 6 Professional Care charge timer speed control timer 7 8 Professional Care 2 speeds charge Oral-B speed control timer timer 9 10 B Oral2 speeds Oral-B d control timer timer 11 12 Professional Care 2 speeds charge speed control time timer 1 charg e 3 4 5 6 7 Ni-MH 2 13 14 Safety Precautions Please read the «Safety Precautions» thoroughly beforehand to ensure proper use of the product. The below precautions are to ensure that you use the product safely and correctly, so as to prevent injury or harm to yourself or others. This section has been divided into two categories «Warnings» and «Precautions» to clearly indicate the severity of the harm or damage that may potentially arise from misuse of this product. Each precaution contains important information relating to your safety, so please make sure you follow them. Warning: Pertains to information relating to potential death or severe injury Precaution: Pertains to information relating to potential injury or physical harm Examples of Graphic Indicators Symbol highlights Warning or Precautions. Specific precautions are pictured inside the symbol. For example, the symbol on the left represents precaution to be taken to avoid electrocution. Symbol indicates a forbidden action. Forbidden actions are pictured inside or near the symbol. For example, the symbol on the left alerts that disassembly is forbidden. Symbol indicates certain recommended actions. Specific information is pictured inside the symbol. For example, the symbol on the left indicates that the product should be unplugged from the power socket in a certain manner. Warnings Individuals other than certified repair technicians should not disassemble or attempt to repair the product. Please do not attempt to modify the product yourself. This could lead to fire, electrocution, or injury. For repairs, please speak with a representative from the purchase location or with the Customer Service Center. Please assure that the product is unplugged during product maintenance. In addition, please do not insert or remove the plug from the power socket with wet hands, since this could lead to electrocution or injury. 15 Precautions When removing the plug from the power socket, please pull the plug and avoid pulling directly on the power cord. This will protect against electrocution or a short circuit, which can lead to the outbreak of fire. Please check that the toothbrush is not shaky or damaged before use, since this could harm your gums or lips. Please do not use the product if the power cord or plug is damaged or if the plug does not securely fit into the power socket. This will protect against electrocution or a short circuit, which can lead to the outbreak of fire. Please do not damage, break, convert, forcibly bend, stretch, twist or bundle together the power cord. In addition, placing a heavy object on the cord, lodging the cord between objects, or converting the power cord could cause damage to the cord. A damaged cord could lead to fire or electrocution. Please do not use with a current outside the range AC 100-120V. Such action could lead to fire or electrocution. Please do not press firmly on the brushhead. This could damage your gums or lips. Please do not immerse or pour water on the charging station. Such action could lead to a short circuit or electrocution. After reviewing the above, please assure that this document is easily accessible to those using the product. 16 Braun Oral-B ProfessionalCare 8000 is a dentistinspired oral care system for cleaning, healthy teeth and gums, white teeth and fresh breath. It provides outstanding performance: · Unique 3D sonic vibrations for ultimate cleaning: 40.000 in-and-out pulsations gently loosen plaque, 8.800 side-to-side oscillations sweep plaque away · Compact cup shaped brushhead: Surrounds each tooth to clean deeply between and behind teeth · Innovative accessories and brushheads to clean and polish teeth as well as freshen your tongue and mouth · Customized Speed Control which offers a broad variety of speed levels to meet your individual brushing needs · Premium handle design and ergonomics for greater comfort and control If you have any questions about using the new Braun Oral-B ProfessionalCare 8000 toothbrush, please visit our web site at www.oralb.com or www.braun.co.jp. You can also call our toll free lines: Japan tel. Taiwan tel. 0120-13-6343 0800-005-998 timer Thank you for choosing Braun Oral-B ProfessionalCare 8000. Bruce Cleverly President, Braun Oral-B www.oralb.com / www.braun.com Professional Care charge speed control timer 17 Introducing your Braun Oral-B ProfessionalCare 8000 a b c d e f g h FlexiSoftTM brushhead On/off button ProfessionalCare handle Charge indicator Charger base Brushhead compartment Wall holder Range of brushheads and accessories Braun Oral-B ProfessionalCare 8000 Specifications Motion Frequency in-and-out pulsations 40,000 times/minute side-to-side oscillations 8,800 times/minute Rechargeable 16 hours AC 100-120V, 50-60Hz, 2W 2 weeks (approximately 56 minutes) Main unit: diameter 34 mm x height 191 mm (including brushhead, 228 mm) Charger base: width 47.2 mm x depth 106.3 mm (without wall holder) x height 177.3 mm 135.2 g (main unit) 267.7 g (charger base including power cord) FlexiSoftTM brushheads, Professional White brushheads, Tongue FreshenerTM, wall holder, screws Power supply Recharge time Rating Usage time Measurements Mass Accessories 18 Connecting and charging Your toothbrush has a waterproof handle, is electrically safe and can be used in the bathroom without hesitation. · Plug the charger base (e) into an electrical outlet and place the toothbrush handle (c) on the charger base. · The blue charge indicator (d) flashes while the handle is being charged. If you then use your brush and place it back on the charger, the charging light will again flash to let you know it is charging. · When the handle is fully charged, the charge indicator shines continuously. A full charge takes at least 16 hours and enables up to two weeks of regular brushing, so you can easily take your Braun Oral-B ProfessionalCare 8000 on vacation. · When the rechargeable battery is running low, your toothbrush will slow down, then stop. · For everyday use, the toothbrush handle can be stored on the charger base to maintain it at full power. Overcharging is impossible. · To maintain the maximum capacity of the rechargeable battery, unplug the charger base and fully discharge the handle by regular use at least every 6 months. When removing the plug from the power socket, please make sure that you pull the plug and not just the power cord. Pulling just the cord could result in electrocution or a short circuit, which could lead to the outbreak of fire. Please do not use below or above AC 100-120 V. This could lead to fire or electrocution. · Because the charger base uses electromagnetic induction, please do not place on top of stainless steel or metallic surfaces when in use. Recharge capacity may be affected and recharging may become difficult. · Please check that the power cord of the charger base is not damaged. If there are signs of damage, please refrain from use and contact purchase location or the local Braun Service Center. · Rechargeable batteries may grow weaker over the time. A notable reduction in running time, even after charging, may mean that the battery has begun to deteriorate. If repairs are required (charges apply), please see your nearest sales outlet or Braun Service Center. Please do not damage, break, convert, forcibly bend, stretch, twist or bundle together the power cord. Individuals other than certified repair technicians should not disassemble or attempt to repair the product. Please do not attempt to modify the product yourself. This could lead to fire, electrocution, or injury. Oral-B timer 2 speeds speed control timer Professional Care 16 h charge 19 Using your toothbrush Attach one of the brushheads (1 or 2) to the handle. You can use any kind of toothpaste. To avoid splashing, guide the brushhead to your teeth before switching the appliance on. Oral-B Customized Speed Control Braun Oral-B ProfessionalCare 8000 offers a variable range of speeds to best meet your individual needs. High speed is ideal for tooth and gumline cleaning. For cleaning sensitive teeth and gum tissue as well as precision use of the accessory (3), we recommend using a lower speed. timer B Oral- 2 speeds d control timer · Press the on/off button once to operate at maximum speed. · Continue to hold the on/off button to shift from the highest speed to the Customized Speed Control mode. · As long as you keep the on/off button pressed, the handle will continuously run through all speed levels. · Release the on/off button to brush with your preferred speed level. · Push the on/off button once more to turn the toothbrush off. · If you then turn it on again you will automatically come back to the maximum speed level. Ultimate Plaque Removal For cleaner teeth and healthier, firmer gums, Braun Oral-B ProfessionalCare 8000 gently cleans in areas where plaque bacteria can collect. It removes up to 97% of plaque from hard-to-reach areas, prevents build-up of tartar and is gentle on teeth and gums. Brushing technique: · Guide the brushhead slowly from tooth to tooth. · Hold the brushhead in place for a few seconds before moving on to the next tooth. · Brush the gums as well as the teeth, first the outsides, then the insides, finally the chewing surfaces. · Do not press too hard or scrub, simply let the brush do all the work. Pressure Sensor For optimal brushing results Braun Oral-B ProfessionalCare 8000 has a pressure control feature to ensure that the right degree of pressure is applied. This helps protect your gums from excessive brushing and makes your toothbrush easy to operate. If too much pressure is applied, the oscillating movement of the brushhead will continue but the pulsation will stop. In addition to feeling it, you can also hear the difference. outsides insides tops 20 30 s Professional Timer A short stuttering sound at 30-second intervals, which you can hear and feel, reminds you to brush the four quadrants of your mouth equally for a better overall clean. 2-Minute Timer A long stuttering sound indicates when the recommended 2-minute brushing time has ...