Philips SoniCare Protective Clean 6100 Installation guide

Can I use my Philips Sonicare Toothbrush in
the shower?
It is completely safe to use your Philips Sonicare Toothbrush in the shower. Be sure to never
store your Philips Sonicare Toothbrush in the shower between brushings. Allow the toothbrush
to air-dry between uses. Also, do not place the charger where it might risk contact with water.
The information on this page applies to the following models: HX9354/38 , HX6859/29 ,
HX9331/32
Can I use my Philips Sonicare charger with
other toothbrushes?
Philips Sonicare chargers are designed to fit the matching toothbrush handle, however some
models are interchangeable. Find out below if your charger is compatible with other Philips
Sonicare toothbrushes.
Interchangeable Philips Sonicare chargers
Below you will find a list of Philips Sonicare toothbrushes that are compatible with other
chargers: * EasyClean toothbrush * ExpertClean toothbrush * ExpertResults toothbrush *
FlexCare Platinum Connected toothbrush * FlexCare Platinum toothbrush * FlexCare+
toothbrush * FlexCare toothbrush * HealthyWhite toothbrush * HealthyWhite+ toothbrush *
ProtectiveClean toothbrush * 2 Series Plaque Removal toothbrush * 3 Series Gum Health
toothbrush * Essence+ toothbrush * Sonicare for Kids * Philips Sonicare AirFloss
The DiamondClean and DiamondClean Smart chargers
The DiamondClean and DiamondClean Smart chargers are not interchangeable with each other
or with other Philips Sonicare toothbrush handles. Even if the charging light on the handle
blinks, it will not charge properly. We advise you to always use the charger that comes with your
Philips Sonicare DiamondClean and DiamondClean Smart toothbrush.
Which accessories are available for my
Philips Sonicare Toothbrush?
If you are looking for new parts and accessories for your Philips Sonicare Toothbrush, please
follow the steps below to find out which accessories are compatible with your Philips Sonicare
Toothbrush.

Accessories for Philips Sonicare Toothbrush
Follow these steps to see which accessories are available for your Philips Sonicare Toothbrush:
1. Go to Philips' parts and accessories page
2. Use the search bar to search by model number or navigate to your product
3. Once on the electric toothbrush overview page, you can use the filters on the left to specify your
search
Please contact us if you need further assistance.
How often can I use my Philips Sonicare
toothbrush per charge?
Do you want to know the operating time of your fully charged Philips Sonicare toothbrush? Find
the operating time for your Philips Sonicare toothbrush.
Operating time for each toothbrush
The below operating times are based on a full charge and regular use (twice a day). It can take up
to 24 hours before your Philips Sonicare toothbrush is fully charged. To avoid an empty battery,
you can always leave your toothbrush on the charger between brushings.
Operating time from full to empty
DiamondClean Smart; up to 2 weeks
DiamondClean; up to 3 weeks
FlexCare Platinum Connected; up to 2 weeks
FlexCare and FlexCare+; up to 3 weeks
ProtectiveClean; up to 2 weeks
3 Series; up to 3 weeks
2 Series; up to 2 weeks
HealthyWhite+; up to 3 weeks
Essence+; up to 10 days
Essence; up to 2 weeks
Which devices are compatible with my
Philips Sonicare App?
Your Philips Sonicare App supports every smartphone that runs on Android 6.0 and higher and every
iPhone that runs on iOS 11.0 and higher. You can download the app by clicking here on Google Play
Store and or the iOS App Store.

What are the differences in modes on my
Philips Sonicare toothbrush?
Some Philips Sonicare toothbrush models come with different brushing modes. You can find an
overview of what these modes mean here. Please note that these modes may vary per toothbrush
model.
For specific details regarding your particular toothbrush model refer to the user manual.
Brushing modes
Clean Mode
This mode has a higher frequency of vibrations in comparison to a standard mode for better cleaning.
Brushing time is 2 minutes.
Deep Clean mode
You can choose this mode for extra cleaning. It is more powerful than any other mode. Brushing time
is 3 minutes.
White mode
In this mode the total brushing time is two and a half minutes. The first 2 minutes are clean mode and
the last half minute is polishing mode.
Polish mode
This mode lasts one minute. The toothbrush runs at a lower frequency of vibrations than in the standard
cleaning mode.
Gum Care mode
This mode has a 1 minute massage cycle after the standard 2 minute clean mode to clean your gums.
Brushing time is 3 minutes.
Gum Health mode
This mode has an extended massage cycle after the standard 2 minute clean mode to clean your gums.
Brushing time is 3:20 minutes
Sensitive mode
This mode has a lower frequency of vibrations in comparison to the standard mode. Brushing time
is 2 minutes.
Tongue Care mode
This is a 20 second mode designed to clean your tongue, together with the Tongue Care brush head.
Brushing time is 20 seconds

Changing the intensity settings
Your Sonicare Toothbrush gives you the option to choose between 3 different intensity levels: low,
medium and high. Based on the brush head you attach, the intensity will be selected automatically. If
you wish to change to a different intensity, you can do so by pressing the mode/intensity button while
brushing.
Note: This feature works for Philips Sonicare DiamondClean Smart, ExpertClean, Expert Results,
Protective Clean 5100 and 6100 Series.
For toothbrushes with an Intensity Level Panel on the handle, press the intensity panel up or down to
adjust the intensity level. Check your user manual for more details.
How can I use the brushing guidance in the
Sonicare App?
Brushing guidance is a feature that is only available for DiamondClean Smart or FlexCare Platinum Connected
users. This feature guides you through your brushing experience to have the best results for your oral health.
The guidance starts on the top teeth on the right and ends at the bottom teeth on the right. The sections
activate in a set pattern. While brushing, the app can detect if you are brushing the outside of your teeth or
the inside of your teeth. It does this by detecting if the brush head is towards you or away from you. The
guidance is designed to promote an equal amount of brushing the inside and outside of each section.
Note: The Sonicare App does not locate your brushing position. It is a guided experience where the app
shows you where to brush.

Note: We update our app software regularly. Should you experience issues, uninstall the app and
download the latest version from the App Store or Google Play Store, which includes updates to fix bugs
including crashes.
In which countries is the Philips Sonicare app
available?
Can't find the Philips Sonicare app? See this list to check if the Philips Sonicare app is available
in your country.
Sonicare app availability
The Sonicare app is available for Android and iOS in the following countries:
Austria
Australia
Belgium
Bulgaria
Canada
China
Croatia
Czech Republic
Denmark
Estonia
Finland
France
Germany
Hong Kong
Hungary
Ireland
Italy
Japan
Kuwait
Korea
Latvia
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Macau
Netherlands
New Zealand
Norway
Poland
Romania
Russia
Saudi Arabia

Singapore
Slovakia
Slovenia
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
Taiwan
Ukraine
United Arab Emirates
United Kingdom
United States
How to use my Philips Sonicare Toothbrush
with braces
All Philips Sonicare Toothbrushes are suited for braces. Use this instructional video to brush
your teeth with the Philips Sonicare Toothbrush while wearing braces.
Instructions to brush your teeth wearing braces
1. Wet the bristles of the brush head
2. Apply a small amount of toothpaste
3. Place the bristles against your teeth at a 45° angle
4. Press the power button to start brushing
5. First, brush above the brackets. Then below the brackets
6. Finally, clean between your braces with a circular motion
Please do not force the bristles into the gaps of your braces.
How to recalibrate Philips Sonicare
toothbrush pressure sensor settings
If your Sonicare pressure sensor is too sensitive, or not sensitive enough, you can re-calibrate the
pressure sensor settings.
How to calibrate the pressure sensor settings
1. If your handle is currently on the charger, please remove it. 2. Place your handle on the charger.
Make sure that the charger is plugged into a live outlet. Leave the handle on the charger for at
least 45 seconds. 3. Remove your handle from the charger and place it back on the charger for
at least 45 seconds four more times.