How do you open an Oral-B electric toothbrush?

Holding the charger and the toothbrush gently bend the handle backwards so that the base starts to lever open. Standing this end of the brush in hot water for 5 minutes before bending it back will help to soften the plastic and will make the clip release more easily and be less likely to break.

Can you replace the battery in an Oral-B electric toothbrush?

No, you cannot replace the battery in your Oral-B electric toothbrush. The battery is contained within the electronics of the toothbrush handle and the unit is then sealed to keep it water tight. For these reasons we do not provide replacement batteries for Oral-B electric toothbrushes.

How do you disassemble an electric toothbrush?

Step 1: Disassemble the Toothbrush

1. Remove the brush head.
2. Using a small adjustable spanner place this around the flat of the white plastic part of the toothbrush as shown and twist the spanner anticlockwise.
3. After twisting about 30degrees the white plastic should disengage from the main body of the toothbrush.

Can you repair Oral-B toothbrush?

Your Oral-B warranty starts on the day of purchase and runs for 2 years. If your Oral-B product is defective during the warranty period, we will repair or replace it free of charge. The warranty does not cover cosmetic damage such as scratches, or damage caused by: Normal wear and tear.

How long should electric toothbrush last?

The average life span of an electric toothbrush is around 5 years. Manufacturers normally offer a 2 year warranty should the brush fail sooner. But some brushes will last a lot longer — we know of people still using electric toothbrushes that are 10 years old.

How long do Oral-B electric toothbrushes battery last?

Depending on which model you have, it should take between 14 and 22 hours to fully charge the brush, and then the juice should last for between 5 and 12 days of brushes (when brushing twice a day, for 2 minutes each time).

How do I reset my electric toothbrush?

To turn the toothbrush off, hold the on/off button until the brush stops. When you turn it back on again, it will be back in Daily Clean mode. You can reset the handle by holding on/off button for 10 seconds. All the lights should do a double-blink simultaneously to let you know that this has been successful.

Should I leave my Oral B electric toothbrush plugged in?

Oral-B® Electric Toothbrush Tips If this is your first time using the product, you should fully charge the battery before using, which can take up to 16 hours. Once your handle is fully charged, continue using your electric toothbrush until no charge is left. This will help your battery perform at its best longer.

Why isnt my electric toothbrush working?

How Can I Identify an Electric Toothbrush Problem? If the appliance doesn’t work at all, make sure the power is on at the outlet, then test the electrical cord and battery recharger with a multimeter and replace the cord or charger if needed. If the unit still doesn’t work, clean the charger post.

Why does my Oral B electric toothbrush turn on by itself?

Oral-B toothbrush power cycles on/off If the Oral-B toothbrush is turning itself on and off very quickly, and then continues to run this likely normal. This is the professional timer, also known as the pacer/quadpacer/30 second timer.

How do you clean an Oral B toothbrush?

First, Johnson recommends soaking the toothbrush head for 30 minutes in this DIY sanitizer: “ Mix a half cup of water, two tablespoons of white vinegar and two tablespoons of baking soda in a large bowl (make sure it’s big enough to accommodate the bubbling that results from mixing vinegar and baking soda).”

How do you dispose of a rechargeable toothbrush?

Separate the metal portions of the toothbrush from the plastic portions of the toothbrush. Put the metal portions in the appropriate recycling container and the plastic portions in the appropriate recycling container if your local recycling agency or electronics recycling agency recycles electric toothbrushes.

What does it mean when my Oral B toothbrush flashes red?

This lights up when it’s time to charge your toothbrush, as there is only juice left in the battery for 1 or 2 more brushes. Now would be a good time to charge it. Lastly, our new Genius toothbrushes include a Customizable Smart Ring, used to track the toothbrush’s position on our Oral-B App.

How do I claim warranty on my Oral B toothbrush?

For In Warranty Service: Visit http://www.braunservice.co.uk/report-a-fault/ which is the online portal of Olympic, Braun/Oral-B’s Authorised Service & Repair Centre in the UK.

Why does my electric toothbrush stop spinning?

If the replacement brush head is not moving, and the toothbrush is definitely switched on (because you can hear it), the first thing to do is try another replacement brush head. This rules out that the brush head itself is the issue. Next, have a look at the metal shaft under the brush head.