Philips Colgate SonicPro User manual

SonicPro for Kids

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Important safety information
Read this important information carefully before you
use the appliance and save it for future reference.
Note: The accessories and features of different
models vary. For example, some models are equipped
with Bluetooth.
Danger
- Keep the charger away from water. Do not place or
store the appliance where it can fall or be pulled
into a tub or sink.
- Do not immerse the charger in water or any other
liquid.
- After cleaning, make sure the charger is completely
dry before you connect it to the wall socket.
Warning
- This appliance can be used by children and
persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if
they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and
understand the hazards involved. Cleaning and
user maintenance shall not be made by children
without supervision.
- Children shall not play with the appliance.
- The mains cord cannot be replaced. If the mains
cord is damaged, discard the charger.
- Always replace the charger with one of the original
type in order to avoid a hazard.
- This appliance contains no user-serviceable parts.
If the appliance is damaged, contact the Consumer
Care Center in your country (see 'Warranty and
support').
- Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
- Do not use the charger outdoors or near heated
surfaces.
- If the appliance is damaged in any way (brush
head, toothbrush handle and/or charger), stop
using it.

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Caution
- Do not clean the brush head, handle, charger or
charger cover in the dishwasher.
- If you have had oral or gum surgery in the previous
2 months, consult your dentist before you use this
appliance.
- Consult your dentist if excessive bleeding occurs
after using this appliance or if bleeding continues
to occur after 1 week of use. Also consult your
dentist if you experience discomfort or pain when
you use this appliance.
- This Philips Colgate SonicPro for Kids appliance
complies with the safety standards for
electromagnetic devices. If you have a pacemaker
or other implanted device, contact your doctor or
the appliance manufacturer of the implanted
appliance prior to use.
- If you have medical concerns, consult your doctor
before you use this appliance.
- This appliance has only been designed for cleaning
teeth, gums and tongue. Do not use it for any other
purpose. Stop using the appliance and contact
your doctor if you experience any discomfort or
pain.
- This appliance is a personal care device and is not
intended for use on multiple patients in a dental
practice or institution.
- Do not use other brush heads than the ones
recommended by Philips Colgate.
- Avoid direct contact with products that contain
essential oils or coconut oil. Contact may result in
bristles dislodging.
- Stop using a brush head with crushed or bent
bristles. Replace the brush head every 3 months or
sooner if signs of wear appear.
- If your toothpaste contains peroxide, baking soda
or bicarbonate (common in whitening
toothpastes), thoroughly clean the brush head with
soap and water after each use. This prevents
possible cracking of the plastic.

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Battery safety instructions
- Only use thisproduct for its intended purpose and
follow the general and battery safety instructions
as described in this user manual. Any misuse can
cause electric shock, burns, fire and other hazards
or injuries.
- To charge the battery, only use the detachable
supply unit (HX6100) provided with the product.
Do not use an extension cord.
- Charge, use and store the appliance at a
temperature between 15°C and 40°C.
- Always unplug the product when it is fully charged.
- Do not burn products and their batteries and do
not expose them to direct sunlight or to high
temperatures (e.g. in hot cars or near hot stoves).
Batteries may explode if overheated.
- If the product becomes abnormally hot, gives off
an abnormal smell, changes color or if charging
takes much longer than usual, stop using and
charging the product and contact Philips directly
via a service center or warranty line at
www.philips.com/support, or toll free at
800-504-6200 (Mexico) or 0800-709-1434 (Brazil).
- Do not place products and their batteries in
microwave ovens or on induction cookers.
- This product contains a rechargeable battery that
is non-replaceable. Do not open the product to
replace the rechargeable battery, during the
useable life of your device.
- When you handle batteries, make sure that your
hands, the product and the batteries are dry.
- To prevent batteries from heating up or releasing
toxic or hazardous substances, do not modify,
pierce or damage products and batteries and do
not disassemble, short-circuit, overcharge or
reverse charge batteries, during the useable life of
your device.

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- To avoid accidental short-circuiting of batteries
after removal, do not let battery terminals come
into contact with metal objects (e.g. coins, hairpins,
rings). Do not wrap batteries in aluminum foil. Tape
battery terminals or put batteries in a plastic bag
before you discard them.
- If disposable batteries are damaged or leaking,
avoid contact with the skin or eye. If this occurs,
immediately rinse well with water and seek
medical care.
Electromagnetic fields (EMF)
This Philips Colgate SonicPro for Kids appliance
complies with all applicable standards and regulations
regarding exposure to electromagnetic fields.
Radio Equipment Directive
Hereby, Philips declares that electric toothbrushes
with radio equipment type (Bluetooth, NFC) are in
compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU.
The Bluetooth radio frequency interface in applicable
products operates at 2.4 GHz. The maximum output
power by the Bluetooth appliance is 3 dBm.
The NFC radio frequency interface in applicable
products operates at 13.56 MHz. The maximum RF
power transmitted by the appliance is 30.16 dBm.
The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is
available at the following internet address:
www.philips.com/support
Note: The Features of different models may vary.
Some models may not be equipped with Bluetooth or
NFC.

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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase. To fully benefit
from the support that Philips Colgate SonicPro for
Kids offers, to register your product at
www.philips.com/welcome.
Your Philips Colgate SonicPro for Kids (Fig. 1)
1 Brush head cap
2 Brush head
3 Handle with soft grip
4 Battery charge indicator
5 On/off button
6 Panel for your favorite sticker
7 Brushing mode lights
8 Brushing modes
9 Charger
10 Sticker
Preparing for use
Applying your favorite sticker
The Philips Colgate SonicPro for Kids comes with
replaceable stickers.
1Apply your favorite sticker on the handle.
Note: Make sure you line up the cut-out areas on
the sticker with the buttons on the front of the
handle.
Attaching the brush head
1Align the brush head so the bristles point in the
same direction as the front of the handle.
2Firmly press the brush head down onto the metal
shaft until it stops.
Note: It is normal to see a slight gap between the
brush head and the handle. This allows the brush
head to vibrate properly.

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Bluetooth connectivity
Before you start the connectivity procedure, make
sure your mobile device runs on Bluetooth 4.0 or
higher.
Note: For the latest information on device
compatibility, please visit the App Store or Google
Play.
Connecting your toothbrush
1Download the Philips Colgate SonicPro for Kids
app from the App Store or Google Play.
2Confirm Bluetooth is switched on on your mobile
device before you open the app. Check the
settings on your mobile device to turn on
Bluetooth.
3Open the Philips Colgate SonicPro for Kids app
and follow the app instructions displayed on your
mobile device.
4To connect the toothbrush to the app, turn on the
toothbrush by pressing either the power on/off
button or the bushing mode button.
Note: Make sure the toothbrush is not on the
charger when you turn it on.
5The app automatically connects with the
toothbrush. If the toothbrush does not connect,
follow the troubleshooting steps provided in the
app.
Note: Keep your mobile device close to your
toothbrush when you use your toothbrush. Make
sure your mobile device is safe in a dry place.
Using your Philips Colgate SonicPro for Kids
Brushing instructions
Note: For children under age 8, it is recommended
that a parent or adult caregiver perform
toothbrushing.

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1With the attached brush head, wet the bristles and
apply a small amount of toothpaste.
Note: Use no more than a pea sized amount of
toothpaste and spit out excess toothpaste after
brushing.
2Place the toothbrush bristles against the teeth at a
slight angle (45 degrees), pressing firmly to make
the bristles reach the gumline or slightly beneath
the gumline.
Note: Keep the center of the brush in contact with
the teeth at all times.
3Press the power on/off button to turn on the
toothbrush.
4Gently keep the bristles placed on the teeth and in
the gumline. Brush your teeth with small back and
forth motion so the bristles reach between the
teeth. Continue this motion throughout your
brushing cycle.
Note: The bristles should slightly flare. It is not
recommended to scrub as you would with a
manual toothbrush.
5To clean the inside surfaces of the front teeth, tilt
the brush handle semi-upright and make several
vertical overlapping brushing strokes on each
tooth.
Note: To make sure you brush evenly throughout
the mouth, divide your mouth into 4 sections using
the KidPacer feature.
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6Begin brushing in section 1 (outside upper teeth)
and brush for 30 seconds before you move to
section 2 (inside upper teeth). Continue brushing in
section 3 (outside lower teeth) and brush for 30
seconds before you move to section 4 (inside
lower teeth).

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7After you have completed the brushing cycle, you
can spend additional time brushing the chewing
surfaces of your teeth and areas where staining
occurs. You can also brush your tongue, with the
toothbrush turned on or off, as you prefer.
Note: When the Philips Colgate SonicPro for Kids is
used in clinical studies, the handle should be fully
changed and the EasyStart feature deactivated.
Your Philips Colgate SonicPro for Kids is safe to
use on:
- Braces (brush heads wear out sooner when used
on braces).
- Dental restorations (fillings, crowns, veneers).
Brushing modes
The Philips Colgate SonicPro for Kids automatically
starts in the default high mode.
- Press the brushing mode button to toggle between
modes when the toothbrush is off.
The green mode light indicates the selected mode.
- High mode: Full-strength mode designed for
older/independent brushers.
- Low mode: Reduced power mode used for
training and introducing younger children to the
sonic experience.
Battery status and charging
Charging your Philips Colgate SonicPro for Kids
1Plug the charger into an electrical outlet.
2Place the handle on the charger.
- The battery charge indicator in the power
on/off button flashes and the handle beeps
twice to indicate that the toothbrush is
charging.
- When the toothbrush is fully charged, the
battery charge indicator stops flashing and
remains on.
Note: If the battery charge of the Philips Colgate
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battery charge indicator flashes rapidly for 30
seconds after the brushing cycle.
Note: To keep the battery fully charged at all times,
you may keep the Philips Colgate SonicPro for Kids
on the charger when not in use. The charging
indicator flashes until your toothbrush is fully
charged.
Features
KidTimer
- The KidTimer plays a congratulatory sound
sequence at the end of the pre-determined
brushing time. Additionally, the KidTimer
automatically turns off the handle when the
brushing cycle is complete.
- When in high mode, the KidTimer is set at 2
minutes.
- When in low mode the KidTimer is set at 1 minute
and slowly increases over time. The progression of
time helps young children reach the dentist
recommended 2 minutes of brushing.
Note: Instruct your child to brush until they hear the
congratulatory tune and the toothbrush turns off.
KidPacer
The Philips Colgate SonicPro for Kids uses a short
series of tunes to alert the brusher to move to the
next brushing quadrant of the mouth and concludes
the brushing cycle with a congratulatory tune before it
automatically turns off. This ensures that the child’s
teeth get a thorough, overall clean (see 'Brushing
instructions').
Note: Instruct your child to brush until they hear the
congratulatory tune and the toothbrush turns off.
EasyStart
The EasyStart feature gently increases the power over
the first 14 brushings to help you get used to the
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Kids. The toothbrush comes with the EasyStart feature
activated.
Note: Each of the first 14 brushings must be at least 1
minute in length to properly advance through the
EasyStart ramp-up cycle.
Activating or deactivating the EasyStart feature
- Place the handle on the charger.
- To activate EasyStart: Press and hold the power
on/off button for 2 seconds. You hear 2 beeps to
indicate that the Easy-start feature has been
activated.
- To deactivate EasyStart: Press and hold the power
on/off button for 2 seconds. You hear 1 beep to
indicate that the Easy-start feature has been
deactivated.
Note: Using the EasyStart feature beyond the initial
ramp-up period is not recommended and reduces
Philips Colgate SonicPro for Kids effectiveness in
removing plaque.
Cleaning
You should clean your Philips Colgate SonicPro for
Kids regularly to remove toothpaste and other
residue. Failure to clean your toothbrush may result in
an unhygienic product and damage to it may occur.
Warning: Do not clean brush heads, the handle or
the charger in the dishwasher.
Warning: Do not clean with boiling hot water.
Toothbrush handle
1Remove the brush head from the handle and rinse
the metal shaft area with warm water. Make sure
you remove any residual toothpaste.
Caution: Do not push on the rubber seal at the top
of the handle with sharp objects, as this may
cause damage.
2Wipe the entire surface of the handle with a damp
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Note: Do not use isopropyl rubbing alcohol, vinegar
or bleach to clean handle as this may cause
discoloration.
Brush head
1Remove the brush head from the handle and rinse
it thoroughly.
2Rinse the brush head connection with warm water
at least once a week.
Charger
1Unplug the charger before you clean it.
2Wipe the surface of the charger with a damp cloth.
Make sure you remove any toothpaste or other
residue from the charger surfaces.
Storage
If you are not going to use the Philips Colgate
SonicPro for Kids for an extended period of time,
unplug the charger from the electrical outlet, clean it
and store it in a cool and dry place away from direct
sunlight.
Replacement
Brush head
- Replace Philips Colgate SonicPro for Kids brush
heads every 3 months to achieve optimal results.
- Use only Philips Colgate SonicPro for Kids
replacement brush heads.
- Brush head can be thrown away with the normal
household waste.

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Recycling
- Do not throw away the product with the normal
household waste at the end of its life, but hand it
in at an official collection point for recycling. By
doing this, you help to preserve the environment.
- This product contains a built-in rechargeable
battery which shall not be disposed of with normal
household waste. Please take your product to an
official collection point or a Philips service center
to have a professional remove the rechargeable
battery.
- Follow your country’s rules for the separate
collection of electrical and electronic products and
rechargeable batteries. Correct disposal helps
prevent negative consequences for the
environment and human health.
Removing the rechargeable battery
Warning: Only remove the rechargeable battery
when you discard the appliance. Make sure the
battery is completely empty when you remove it.
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.
1To deplete the rechargeable battery of any charge,
remove the handle from the charger, turn on the
Philips Colgate SonicPro for Kids and let it run until
it stops. Repeat this step until you can no longer
turn on the Philips Colgate SonicPro for Kids.
2Remove and discard the brush head.
3Insert a screwdriver into the slot located in the
bottom of the handle and turn counterclockwise
until you see a gap between the bottom cap and
the handle.

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4Insert the screwdriver into the gap and pry the
bottom cap out of the handle.
5Hold the handle upside down and push down on
the shaft to release the internal components of the
handle.
6Insert 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.
7Grab the battery and pull it away from the internal
components to break the second metal battery
tab.
Caution: Be aware of the sharp edges of the
battery tabs so as to avoid injury to your fingers.
8Cover the battery contacts with tape to prevent
any electrical short from residual battery charge.
The rechargeable battery can now be recycled and
the rest of the product discarded appropriately.
Note: Do not throw away the appliance with the
normal household waste at the end of its life, but
hand it in at an official collection point for recycling. By
doing this, you help to preserve the environment.
Warranty and support
If you need information or support, please visit
www.philips.com/support or read the international
warranty leaflet.

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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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Información de seguridad importante
Antes de usar el aparato, lea atentamente esta
información importante y consérvela por si necesitara
consultarla en el futuro.
Nota: Los accesorios y características de los distintos
modelos varían. Por ejemplo, algunos modelos
disponen de Bluetooth.
Peligro
- Mantenga el cargador alejado del agua. No
coloque ni guarde el aparato en un lugar desde
donde pueda caerse a una bañera o fregadero.
- No sumerja el cargador en agua ni en otros
líquidos.
- Después de la limpieza, asegúrese de que el
cargador esté totalmente seco antes de conectarlo
a la toma de corriente.
Advertencia
- Este aparato puede ser usado por niños y
personas con capacidad física, psíquica o sensorial
reducida y por quienes no tengan los
conocimientos y la experiencia necesarios, si han
sido supervisados o instruidos acerca del uso del
aparato de forma segura y siempre que sepan los
riesgos que conlleva su uso. Los niños no deben
limpiar el aparato ni realizar tareas de
mantenimiento sin supervisión.
- No permita que los niños jueguen con el aparato.
- El cable de alimentación no se puede sustituir.
Deseche el aparato si el cable de alimentación
está dañado.
- Sustituya siempre el cargador por otro del modelo
original para evitar situaciones de peligro.
- Este aparato no contiene piezas manipulables por
el usuario. Si el aparato está dañado, póngase en
contacto con el Servicio de Atención al Cliente de
su país country (consulte 'Garantía y asistencia').
- Mantenga el cable lejos de superficies calientes.