Philips HX6762/43 [15/44] Removing the rechargeable battery

Removing the rechargeable battery

Warning: PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS PROCESS IS NOT

REVERSIBLE.

- To remove the rechargeable battery, you need a flat-head

(standard) screwdriver. Observe basic safety precautions when

you follow the procedure outlined below. Be sure to protect your

eyes, hands, fingers, and the surface on which you work.

1 To deplete the rechargeable battery of any charge, remove the

handle from the charger, turn on the Philips Sonicare and let it run

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

the Philips Sonicare.

2 Insert a screwdriver into the slot located at the bottom of the

handle and turn counterclockwise to release the bottom cap.

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

release the internal components of the handle.

4 Insert the screwdriver under the circuit board, next to the battery

connections, and twist to break the connections. Remove the

circuit board and pry the battery from the plastic carrier.

The rechargeable battery can now be recycled and the rest of the

product discarded appropriately.

Warranty and support

If you need information or support, please visit

www.philips.com/support or read the international warranty leaflet.

Warranty restrictions

The terms of the international warranty 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,

discoloration or fading.

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