Philips HX6836/24 User manual

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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 come with a sanitizer.
DANGER
- Keep the charger and/or sanitizer 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 and/or sanitizer
in water or any other liquid.
- After cleaning, make sure the charger
and/or sanitizer is completely dry before
you connect it to the wall socket.
WARNINGS
- 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.
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- Children shall not play with the appliance.
- Keep the sanitizer out of the reach of
children at all times.
- Stop using the sanitizer if the UV light bulb
remains on when the door is open. UV light
can be harmful to the human eye and skin.
- If the appliance is damaged in any way
(brush head, toothbrush handle, charger
and/or sanitizer), stop using it.
- The mains cord cannot be replaced. If the
mains cord is damaged, discard the charger
and/or sanitizer.
- Always replace the charger and/or sanitizer
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 and/or sanitizer
outdoors or near heated surfaces.
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CAUTION
- Do not clean the brush head, handle,
charger, charger cover or sanitizer 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 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.
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- 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.
- Do not use other brush heads than the ones
recommended by Philips Sonicare.
- Stop using a brush head with crushed or
bent bristles. Replace the brush head every
3 months or sooner if signs of wear appear.
- Avoid direct contact with products that
contain essential oils or coconut oil. Contact
may result in bristle tufts dislodging.
- Do not operate the sanitizer without the
protective screen in place to avoid contact
with a hot UV light bulb.
- The UV light bulb of the sanitizer is hot
during and immediately after the sanitizing
cycle. Do not touch the UV light bulb when it
is hot.
- If you have used the sanitizer for 3 UV clean
cycles in a row, switch it off for at least 30
minutes before you start another UV clean
cycle.
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- Discontinue use of the sanitizer if the UV
light bulb remains on when the door is
open. UV light can be harmful to the human
eye and skin. Keep the sanitizer out of the
reach of children at all times.
Electromagnetic fields (EMF)
This Philips appliance complies with all applicable standards and
regulations regarding exposure to electromagnetic fields.
Radio Equipment Directive
Hereby, Philips declares that electric tootbrushes equipped with a
radio frequency interface (Bluetooth or NFC) are in compliance with
Directive 2014/53/EU.
- The Bluetooth radio frequency interface in applicable products
operates at 2.4 GHz.
- The maximum radio frequency power of products equipped with
Bluetooth is 3 dBm.
- The NFC radio frequency interface in applicable products operates
at 13.56 MHz.
- The maximum radio frequency power of products equipped with
NFC 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.
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to Philips! To fully
benefit from the support that Philips offers, register your product at
www.philips.com/welcome.
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Intended use
ProtectiveClean series power toothbrushes are intended to remove
adherent plaque and food debris from the teeth to reduce tooth
decay and improve and maintain oral health.
Your Philips Sonicare (Fig. 1)
1 Hygienic travel cap
2 Smart brush head(s)*
3 Handle
4 Power on/off button
5 Mode/intensity button
6 Mode light
7 Brush head replacement reminder light
8 Battery indication
9 Charging base
10 UV sanitizer with integrated charger and cord wrap (specific types
only)*
-Not shown: UV light bulb
-Not shown: Sanitizer drip tray
-Not shown: Protective screen for UV light bulb
11 Travel case (specific types only)*
*Note: The content of the box may vary based on the model
purchased.
Brush heads
Your Philips Sonicare comes with one or more brush heads which are
designed to deliver superior results for your oral care needs.
Philips Sonicare BrushSync Technology
Your smart brush heads use a microchip to sync with your handle,
enabling brush head replacement reminder. For more information
regarding the brush head replacement reminder, see 'Features'.
This symbol indicates the brush head is equipped with BrushSync
technology. (Fig. 2)
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Brushing modes
To toggle between modes press the mode button located below the
on/off button.
Your power toothbrush is equipped with either 2 or 3 brushing
modes, depending on your model.The following modes are available:
Clean mode
Clean is a 2-minute mode. It gives you a thorough and complete
clean and is recommended to be used with the C2 Optimal Plaque
Control brush head.
White mode
White is a 2-minute 30-seconds mode, recommended to be used
with the W2 Optimal White brush head.
Gum Care mode
Gum Care is a 3-minute mode, recommended to be used with the G2
Optimal Gum Care brush head.
Using your Philips Sonicare
Brushing instructions
1Press the brush head onto the handle in such a way that the
bristles will face the front of the handle. (Fig. 3)
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.
3Wet the bristles. (Fig. 4)
4Apply a small amount of toothpaste on the bristles. (Fig. 5)
5Place 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. (Fig. 6)
Note: A change in vibration (and a slight change in sound) alerts
you when you apply too much pressure while brushing.
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Note: Keep the center of the brush in contact with the teeth at all
times.
6Press the power on/off button to turn on the Philips Sonicare. (Fig.
7)
7Gently 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. (Fig. 8)
Note: The bristles should slightly flare. Do not scrub.
8To clean the inside surfaces of the front teeth, tilt the brush handle
semi-upright and make several vertical overlapping brushing
strokes on each tooth. (Fig. 9)
9To make sure you brush evenly throughout the mouth, divide the
mouth into 4 sections using the Quadpacer feature. (Fig. 10) The
quadpacer feature beeps after 30 seconds.
10 Brush for the full 2 minutes following the Quadpacer. (Fig. 11) After
2 minutes, the toothbrush will automatically shut off.
In white mode, after 2 minutes the handle will continue to brush
for 30 seconds so that you can brighten and polish your front
teeth. During the extra time, the Quadpacer beeps every 15
seconds.
In gum care mode, after 2 minutes the handle will continue to
brush for an additional minute so you can gently stimulate and
massage your gums. During the extra time, the Quadpacer
beeps every 15 seconds.
- After you have completed the brushing cycle, you can spend
additional time brushing the chewing surfaces of your teeth and
areas where staining occurs. (Fig. 12)
Note: Your Philips Sonicare toothbrush is safe to use on:
- Braces (brush heads wear out sooner when used on braces)
- Dental restorations (fillings, crowns, veneers)
Note: When the Philips Sonicare toothbrush is used in clinical
studies, it must be used in the Clean mode (for plaque and gum
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health claims) or in White mode (for whitening claims) at high
intensity with EasyStart turned off.
Features
- EasyStart
- Brush head replacement reminder
- Pressure sensor
- Quadpacer
EasyStart
This Philips Sonicare model comes with the EasyStart feature
activated. The EasyStart feature gently increases the power over the
first 14 brushings to help you get used to brushing with the Philips
Sonicare. The EasyStart feature works in all modes.
To deactivate EasyStart see 'Activating or deactivating features'.
Brush head replacement reminder
Your Philips Sonicare is equipped with BrushSync technology that
tracks the wear of your brush head. (Fig. 13)
1When attaching a new smart brush head for the first time the
brush head replacement reminder light blinks green three times.
This confirms you have a Philips brush head with BrushSync
technology.
2Over time, based on the pressure you apply and the amount of
time used, the handle will track brush head wear in order to
determine the optimal time to change your brush head. This
feature gives you the guarantee for the best cleaning and care of
your teeth.
3When the brush head replacement reminder light lights up amber,
you should replace your brush head.
To deactivate the brush head replacement reminder see 'Activating or
deactivating features'.
Pressure sensor
Your Philips Sonicare is equipped with an advanced sensor that
measures the pressure you apply while brushing. If you apply too
much pressure, the toothbrush will provide immediate feedback to
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indicate that you need to reduce the pressure. This feedback is given
by a change in vibration and therefore brushing sensation.
To deactivate the pressure sensor see 'Activating or deactivating
features'.
Quadpacer
The Quadpacer is an interval timer that has a short beep and pause
to remind you to brush the different sections of your mouth.
Depending on the brushing mode you have selected (see 'Brushing
modes'), the Quadpacer beeps at different intervals during the
brushing cycle.
Activating or deactivating features
You can activate or deactivate the following features of your
toothbrush:
- EasyStart
- Brush head replacement reminder
- Pressure sensor
To activate or deactivate these features, follow the instructions
below:
EasyStart
1Put the handle on the plugged-in charger.
2Press and hold the power on/off button while the handle remains
on the charger.
3Keep the power on/off button pressed until you hear a single
short beep (after 2 seconds).
4Release the power on/off button.
-Triple tone of low-med-high means the EasyStart feature has
been activated. The brush head replacement light and battery
light will also blink green 2 times in unison to confirm activation.
-Triple tone of high-med-low means the EasyStart feature has
been deactivated. The brush head replacement light and
battery light will also blink amber 2 times in unison to confirm
deactivation.
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Note: To achieve clinical efficacy, EasyStart needs to be deactivated.
Brush head replacement reminder
1Put the handle on the plugged-in charger.
2Press and hold the power on/off button while the handle remains
on the charger.
3Keep the power on/off button pressed until you hear a series of
two short beeps (after 4-5 seconds).
4Release the power on/off button.
-Triple tone of low-med-high means the Brush head
replacement reminder feature has been activated. The brush
head replacement light and battery light will also blink green 2
times in unison to confirm activation.
-Triple tone of high-med-low means the Brush head
replacement reminder feature has been deactivated. The brush
head replacement light and battery light will also blink amber 2
times in unison to confirm deactivation.
Pressure sensor
1Put the handle on the plugged-in charger.
2Press and hold the power on/off button while the handle remains
on the charger.
3Keep the power on/off button pressed until you hear a series of
three short beeps (after 6-7 seconds).
4Release the power on/off button.
-Triple tone of low-med-high means the pressure sensor feature
has been activated. The brush head replacement light and
battery light will also blink green 2 times in unison to confirm
activation.
-Triple tone of high-med-low means the pressure sensor feature
has been deactivated. The brush head replacement light and
battery light will also blink amber 1 time in unison to confirm
deactivation.
If you continue holding the power on/off button after the three short
beeps, the activate/deactivate sequence repeats.
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Battery status and charging
1Put the plug of the charger in an electrical outlet.
2Place the handle on the charger.
-The charger will emit 2 short beeps to confirm that the handle is
placed properly.
-The flashing light of the battery level indicator shows that the
toothbrush is charging.
-When handle is fully charged on the charger, the battery light
shows solid green for 30 seconds and switches off.
Note: Your toothbrush comes pre-charged for first use. After first use,
charge for at least 24 hours.
Battery status (when handle is not on charger)
When removing the Philips Sonicare from the charger, the battery
light at the bottom of the toothbrush will indicate the status of the
battery life.
- Solid green LED: full battery
- Flashing green LED: medium battery
- Flashing amber LED and three beeps: low battery
- Flashing amber LED and two sets of five beeps: No brushing
sessions left (charge toothbrush)
Sanitizing
- With the UV sanitizer you can clean your brush head after every
use (Fig. 14).
Unplug the sanitizer, discontinue use and call Consumer Care if:
- The UV light bulb remains on when the door is open.
- The window is broken or missing from the sanitizer.
- The sanitizer gives off smoke or a burning smell while it is
operating.
Note: UV light can be harmful to the human eye and skin. This device
should be kept out of reach of children at all times.
1After brushing, rinse the brush head and shake off excess water.
Warning: Do not place the travel cap on the brush head
during sanitization.
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2Place your finger in the door recess on top of the sanitizer and pull
open the door (Fig. 15).
3Place the brush head on one of the 2 pegs in the sanitizer with the
bristles facing the light bulb (Fig. 16).
Note: Only clean Philips Sonicare snap-on brush heads in the
sanitizer.
Note: Do not clean Philips Sonicare for Kids brush heads in the
sanitiser.
4Make sure the sanitizer is plugged into a live outlet of appropriate
voltage.
5Close the door and press the green power on/off button once to
select the UV clean cycle.
Note: You can only turn on the sanitizer if the door is properly
closed.
Note: The sanitizer stops if you open the door during the sanitizing
cycle.
Note: The sanitizer cycle runs for 10 minutes and then
automatically shuts off.
-The sanitizer is in operation when the light glows through the
window.
Cleaning
Note: Do not clean the brush head, handle, travel case or the UV
sanitizer in the dishwasher.
Toothbrush handle
1Remove the brush head and rinse the metal shaft area with warm
water. Make sure you remove any residual toothpaste (Fig. 17).
Note: Do not push on the rubber seal on the metal shaft with
sharp objects, as this may cause damage.
2Wipe the entire surface of the handle with a damp cloth.
Note: Do not use isopropyl rubbing alcohol, vinegar or bleach to
clean handle as this may cause discoloration.
Brush head
1Rinse the brush head and bristles after each use (Fig. 18).
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2Remove the brush head from the handle and rinse the brush head
connection with warm water at least once a week.
Charger (Sydney mid end)
1Unplug the charger before you clean it.
2Wipe the surface of the charger with a damp cloth. (Fig. 19) Make
sure you remove any toothpaste or other residue from the charger
surfaces.
Sanitizer
Warning: Do not immerse the sanitizer in water or rinse it
under the faucet.
Warning: Do not clean the sanitizer when the UV light bulb is
hot.
For optimal effectiveness, it is recommended to clean your sanitizer
weekly.
1Unplug the sanitizer.
2Pull the drip tray straight out. Rinse the drip tray and wipe it clean
with a damp cloth (Fig. 20).
3Clean all interior surfaces with a damp cloth.
4Remove the protective screen in front of the UV light bulb (Fig. 21).
To remove the screen, grasp the edges next to the snaps, gently
squeeze and pull out the protective screen.
5Remove the UV light bulb.
To remove the light bulb, grasp it and pull it out of the metal clasp.
6Clean the protective screen and the UV light bulb with a damp
cloth.
7Reinsert the UV light bulb.
To reinsert the light bulb, align the bottom of the light bulb with
the metal clasp and push the bulb into the clasp.
8Reinsert the protective screen.
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To reinsert the screen, align the pegs on the screen with the slots
on the reflective surface near the UV light bulb. Push the screen
straight into the slots on the sanitizer.
Storage
If you are not going to use the product for a long time, unplug it, clean
it (see chapter 'Cleaning') and store it in a cool and dry place away
from direct sunlight. You can use the integrated cord wrap to store
excess cord of the UV sanitizer in an organized manner.
Replacement
Brush head
- Replace Philips Sonicare brush heads every 3 months to achieve
optimal results.
- Use only Philips Sonicare replacement brush heads.
UV light bulb
- Replacement UV bulbs are available through your Philips Sonicare
Consumer Service Center in North America by calling
1-800-682-7664. Outside North America, contact your local Philips
Consumer Care Center.
Locating the model number
Look on the bottom of the Philips Sonicare toothbrush handle for the
model number (HX682x/HX683x).
Recycling
- This symbol means that this product shall not be disposed of with
normal household waste (2012/19/EU) (Fig. 30).
- This symbol means that this product contains a built-in
rechargeable battery which shall not be disposed of with normal
household waste (Fig. 31) (2006/66/EC). Please take your product
to an official collection point or a Philips service center to have a
professional remove the rechargeable battery.
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