Philips sonicare DiamondClean 9000 Series User manual

9000 Series
9000
DiamondClean

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Introduction
Welcome to the Philips Sonicare family!
This toothbrush enables you to obtain superior
plaque removal, whiter teeth and healthier gums.
Using Sonicare’s combination of gentle sonic
technology and clinically developed and proven
features, you can be confident that you’re
getting the very best clean, every time.
Further support and product registration are
available to you at: www.philips.com/support
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
Read this user manual carefully before you use the appliance and
save it for future reference.
Only use the product for its intended purpose. Read this
information carefully before you use the product and its batteries
and accessories, and save it for future reference. Misuse can lead to
hazards or serious injuries.
WARNINGS
-Keep the charger and travel-charging-case away from water.
-After cleaning, make sure the charger and/or sanitizer is
completely dry before you connect USB / wallsocket Charger.

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-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.
-Only use original Philips accessories or consumables. Only use
charger provided with the product. If supplied, only use the
original USB cable and USB power supply unit.
-This appliance contains no user-serviceable parts. If the
appliance is damaged, stop using it and contact the Consumer
Care Center in your country. Devices with cord only: If the cord is
damaged, replace the charger and/or/with sanitizer with a new
one.
-Do not use the charger outdoors or near heated surfaces.
-Do not clean any part of the product in the dishwasher.
-This appliance has only been designed for cleaning teeth, gums
and tongue.
-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 bristles dislodging.
MEDICAL WARNINGS
-Stop using the appliance and consult your dentist/doctor if
excessive bleeding occurs after use, if bleeding continues to
occur after 1 week of use or if you experience discomfort or pain.
-If you have had oral or gum surgery in the previous 2 months,
consult your dentist before you use this appliance.
-If you have a pacemaker or other implanted device, contact your
doctor or the manufacturer of the implanted device prior to use.

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-If you have medical concerns, consult your doctor before you use
this appliance.
-This appliance is a personal care device and is not intended for
use on multiple patients in a dental practice or institution.
Battery safety instructions
-Only use the product for its intended purpose. Read this
information carefully before you use the product and its
batteries and accessories, and save it for future reference. Misuse
can lead to hazards or serious injuries. Accessories supplied may
vary for different products.
-Only use original Philips accessories and consumables. Only use
detachable supply unit TCAxxxx and/or CBAxxxx. Only use the
rechargeable battery provided with the product.
-Charge and use the product at a temperature between 41°F and
104°F (5 °C and 40 °C)
-Keep product and batteries away from fire and do not expose
them to direct sunlight or high temperatures.
-If the product becomes abnormally hot or smelly, changes color
or if charging takes longer than usual, stop using and charging
the product and contact Philips.
-Do not open, modify, pierce, damage or dismantle the product
or battery to prevent batteries from heating up or releasing toxic
or hazardous substances. Do not short-circuit, overcharge or
reverse charge batteries.
-If batteries are damaged or leaking, avoid contact with the skin
or eye. If this occurs, immediately rinse well with water and seek
medical care.
-When you handle batteries, make sure that your hands, the
product and the batteries are dry.

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-To avoid accidental short-circuiting of batteries after removal, do
not let battery terminals come into contact with metal object
(e.g. coins, hairpins, rings). Do not wrap batteries in aluminium
foil. Tape battery terminals or put batteries in a plastic bag
before you discard them."
Electromagnetic fields (EMF)
This Philips appliance complies with all applicable standards and
regulations regarding exposure to electromagnetic fields.
FCC Compliance
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Philips could
void the user's FCC authorization to operate the toothbrush.
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment (handle) off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna (of the radio or
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-Increase the separation between the equipment (handle) and
receiver.
-Connect the equipment (charger) into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is connected.
ISED Compliance
This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that
comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development
Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
1This device may not cause interference.
2This device must accept any interference, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of the device.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Intended use
Sonicare DiamondClean 9000 power
toothbrushes are intended to remove adherent
plaque and food debris from the teeth to reduce
tooth decay and improve and maintain oral
health. Sonicare DiamondClean 9000 power
toothbrushes are intended for personal use. Use
by children should be with adult supervision.
Your Philips Sonicare (Fig 1.)
1 Handle
2 Power on/off button
3 Intensity indicator
4 Mode/intensity button
5 Mode indicator
6 Brush head replacement reminder light
7 Battery indicator

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Accessories:
8 Brush head cap
9 Smart brush heads
10 BrushSync symbol
11 Charging glass
12 Charging stand
13 Charging base
14 Travel case
15 Charging travel case
16 USB(-A) wall adapter
Note: Accessories included may vary based on
the model purchased.
Sonicare app - Getting started
The Sonicare app pairs with your toothbrush to
provide you a connected experience. The app is
compatible with a wide range of iPhone and
Android™ smartphones.
To start using the Sonicare app:
1Download the Sonicare app to your phone.
2Ensure your phone's Bluetooth is turned on.
3Pick up your toothbrush to ensure it is active
(lights on).
4Open the app and follow the steps.
5Pair your toothbrush with the app.
6Create your account via the app. Complete
firmware update, if prompted, to access the
latest improvements and features.

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7Brush regularly with your toothbrush
connected to the app. When you regularly
sync the toothbrush with the app, you will
receive updates to help improve your oral
healthcare.
8Sync regularly.
9Keep your phone close to your toothbrush for
optimal data transfer.
To sync manually: Pair/connect your toothbrush
with the app every two weeks to benefit from the
app features/capabilities.
To sync automatically: Allow location
permission while setting up the app. By allowing
location permission, your phone knows when it is
in the connection range of your toothbrush and
can refresh your brushing data in the app to
provide the latest insights and recommendations.
Note: Make sure your phone's Bluetooth is
switched on when using the app so that your
toothbrush can transfer and update your
brushing data in the app. If you have questions
about why your brushing data is collected, be
sure to review the Sonicare Privacy Statement,
available throughout the app setup process.
App features
Your Sonicare power toothbrush is equipped
with smart sensors to provide you with feedback
about your brushing habits, including:
-Daily brushing sessions
-Time spent during each brushing session

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-Applied brushing pressure
-Brush head replacement reminder (based on
actual use)
The Sonicare app collects the data provided by
the smart sensors and tracks your brushing habits
over time.
Getting started
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 will not go any further.
Note: It is normal to see a slight gap between
the brush head and the handle.
Using your Philips Sonicare toothbrush
If you are using your Sonicare toothbrush for the
first time, it is normal to feel more vibration than
when using a non-electric toothbrush. It is
common for first-time users to apply too much
pressure. Only apply gentle pressure and let the
toothbrush do the brushing for you. Please follow
the brushing instructions below for the best
experience.
To help you transition to your new Sonicare
power toothbrush, use a lower setting for the
first 1-2 weeks then transition to a higher setting.

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Brushing instructions
1Wet the bristles and apply a small amount of
toothpaste.
45°
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 switch on
the Philips Sonicare.
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.
Note: If you apply too much pressure, you will
be alerted by a change in vibration of the
handle and the brush head replacement
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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.
6After 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 switched on or
off, as you prefer.
Note: Your Philips Sonicare toothbrush is safe to
use on braces (brush heads wear out sooner
when used on braces) and dental restorations
(fillings, crowns, veneers) if they are properly
adhered and not compromised.
BrushPacer
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To make sure you brush evenly throughout the
mouth, divide your mouth into 6 sections using
the BrushPacer feature. The BrushPacer divides
the brushing time into 6 equal segments and
indicates when you should move to the next
area. The segments are indicated with a brief
pause in vibration. The toothbrush automatically
stops at the end of the brushing session.
Note: Additional segments may be added when
you use the White+ or Gum Health Modes.
Modes
Your power toothbrush is equipped with 4
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Deep Clean+. Based on the smart brush head you
use, the optimal mode and intensity will be
selected automatically by the BrushSync
technology. To change modes, press the
mode/intensity button while the handle is turned
off.
Clean and
Deep Clean+
White+ Gum health
Benefit Plaque removal Plaque and
surface stains
removal
Plaque removal
and gum
massage
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intensity level
High High High
Total
brushing time
Clean: 2
minutes
Deep Clean+: 3
minutes
2 minutes and
40 seconds
3 minutes and
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Clean and
Deep Clean+
White+ Gum health
How to brush Clean: Brush
each segment
for 20 seconds
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Deep Clean+:
Brush each
segment for 30
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Brush each
segment for 20
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then brush
segments 7
and 8 for 20
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Brush each
segment for 20
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Note: When brushing with the Philips Sonicare
app in 'Deep Clean+' mode, the brushing time
will be 2 minutes when connected to the app and
3 minutes when not connected to the app.

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Intensities
Your power toothbrush comes with 3 different
intensity settings:
-low intensity (one bar)
-medium intensity (two bars)
-high intensity (three bars)
When attached to the handle, the smart brush
head will automatically select the recommended
intensity. If you wish to change to a different
intensity, you can do so by pressing the
mode/intensity button while brushing.
The intensity cannot be changed as long as the
handle is powered off or paused.
BrushSync technology
BrushSync technology enables your brush head
to communicate with your handle using a
microchip. The symbol at the bottom of the
brush head indicates that the brush head is
equipped with this technology.
BrushSync technology enables:
-Brush head replacement reminder
-BrushSync mode pairing
Philips Sonicare offers a wide range of smart
brush heads, equipped with BrushSync
technology. To explore our full range of
toothbrush brush heads, and find the brush head
that is best for you, go to
www.philips.com/toothbrush-heads for more
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Features
-Pressure Sensor Feedback
-BrushPacer
-SmarTimer
-EasyStart
-Brush Head Replacement Reminder
-Brush Head Mode Pairing
Pressure Sensor Feedback
Your Sonicare toothbrush measures the pressure
you apply while brushing, to protect your gums
and teeth from damage.
If you apply excess pressure, the handle changes
its vibration and the brush head replacement
reminder icon flashes amber until you reduce the
pressure.
Note: Your product comes with the Pressure
Sensor activated. To deactivate this feature (see
'Activating or deactivating features').
BrushPacer
The BrushPacer is an interval timer that helps you
to brush evenly through the mouth by dividing
your mouth into 6 sections.
SmarTimer
The SmarTimer indicates that your brushing cycle
is complete by automatically switching off the
toothbrush at the end of the brushing cycle.
Dental professionals recommend brushing no
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Note: If you press the power on/off button after
you started the brushing cycle, the toothbrush
pauses. After a pause of 30 seconds, the
SmarTimer resets.
EasyStart
Note: To activate EasyStart. (see 'Activating or
deactivating features')
This Philips Sonicare model comes with the
EasyStart feature deactivated. 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 with all modes.
Disclaimer
When the Philips Sonicare toothbrush is used in
clinical studies, it must be used at high intensity
with the handle fully charged and the EasyStart
feature deactivated.
Brush Head Replacement Reminder
Your Philips Sonicare is equipped with BrushSync
technology that tracks the wear of your brush
head.
Note: This feature only works with Philips
Sonicare smart brush heads with BrushSync
technology.