Philips FlexCare+ 900+ series, Sonicare FlexCare+ 900+ series User Manual

FlexCare

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900+ series

Rechargeable

sonic toothbrush

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Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to Philips! To fully benet

from the support that Philips offers, register your product at www.philips.
com/welcome.

IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE

DANGERS

To reduce the risk of electrocution:
1 Do not place or store product where it can fall or be pulled into a tub

or sink.
2 Do not place in or drop into water or other liquid.
3 Do not reach for a product that has fallen into water. Unplug

immediately.
4 Do not use while bathing.

WARNINGS

To reduce the risk of burns, electrocution, re or injury to persons:

1 Discontinue use if this product appears damaged in any way (brush

head, handle, charger). This product contains no user-serviceable parts.

Refer to chapter ‘Guarantee and service’ if your Sonicare no longer

works properly or needs repair.
2 Never use the charger if it has a damaged cord or plug.
3 Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
4 Do not use the charger outdoors.
5 Do not use the charger if dropped into water.
6 This product is designed to clean your teeth, gums and tongue only.

Use this product only for its intended use as described in this booklet.

Discontinue use of this product and contact a physician/dentist if

discomfort or pain is experienced.
7 This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children)

with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of

experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or

instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for

their safety.
8 Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the

appliance.
9 Do not use attachments other than those recommended by the

manufacturer.
10 To avoid damage to the product, do not place the brush head, handle,

charger or charger cover in the dishwasher for cleaning.
11 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.
12 Do not operate the UV sanitizer without the protective screen in place

to avoid contact with hot bulb.

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13 The UV light bulb is hot during and immediately after the sanitizing

cycle. Do not touch the UV light bulb when it is hot.
14 Do not operate the UV sanitizer where aerosol (spray) products are

being used or where oxygen is being administered.

MEDICAL WARNINGS

1 Consult your dental professional before you use this product if you

have had oral or gum surgery in the previous 2 months.
2 Contact your dental professional if excessive bleeding occurs after

using this product or bleeding continues to occur after 1 week of use.
3 If you have a pacemaker or other implanted device, contact your

physician or the device manufacturer prior to use.
4 Sonicare has been tested and is compliant with safety standards for

electromagnetic devices.
5 Consult your physician prior to using the Sonicare if you have medical

concerns.

SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS

Your Sonicare (Fig. 1)

A Hygienic travel cap
B Brush head
C Interchangeable color code ring
D Handle with soft grip
E Power on/off button
F Mode button
G Brushing modes
H Deluxe recharge gauge
I UV sanitizer base with integrated charger and cord wrap (select

models)
J UV sanitizer (select models)
K Deluxe charger (select models)
L Charger cover with brush head holder
M Travel charger
N Charger base with cord wrap

- Not shown: UV light bulb

- Not shown: Sanitizer drip tray

- Not shown: Protective screen for UV light bulb

Note: The contents of the box vary based on model purchased

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Getting started

Changing the color code ring

Sonicare brush heads come with interchangeable color code rings to
identify your brush head.
To change the color code ring:

1 Pull the color code ring from the bottom of the brush head.

2 Install a new ring by slipping one edge of the new ring over the

bottom of the brush head.

Attaching the brush head

1 Align the brush head so the bristles face the front of the handle.

2 Firmly press the brush head down on the metal shaft until it stops.

Note: There is a small gap between the color code ring and the handle.

Charging your Sonicare

1 Put the plug of the charger in a live electrical outlet.

2 Place the handle on the charger.

, The ashing light of the battery gauge indicates that the toothbrush

is charging.

- 1 solid green LED indicates that the toothbrush is 34-66% charged.

- 2 solid green LEDs indicate that the toothbrush is 67-94% charged.

- 3 solid green LEDs indicate that the toothbrush is fully charged.

Note: If the battery charge of your Sonicare is low, you hear 3 beeps and 1

LED of the recharge gauge ashes yellow for 30 seconds after completing the

brushing cycle.

Note: To keep the battery fully charged at all times, you may keep your
Sonicare on the charger when not in use. Once the Sonicare is fully charged,
the charger draws minimal energy from the electrical outlet.

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Note: It takes at least 24 hours to fully charge the battery.

Using your Sonicare

Brushing instructions

1 Wet the bristles and apply a small amount of toothpaste.

2 Place the toothbrush bristles against the teeth at a slight angle

towards the gumline.

3 Press the power on/off button to switch on the Sonicare.

4 Apply light pressure to maximize Sonicare’s effectiveness and let the

Sonicare toothbrush do the brushing for you. Do not scrub.

5 Gently move the brush head slowly across the teeth in a small back

and forth motion so the longer bristles reach between your teeth.

Continue this motion throughout your brushing cycle.

Note: To make sure you brush evenly throughout the mouth, divide your mouth
into 4 sections using the Quadpacer feature (see chapter ‘Features’).

6 Begin brushing in section 1 (outside top teeth) and brush for 30

seconds before moving to section 2 (inside top teeth). Continue

brushing in section 3 (outside bottom teeth) and brush for 30

seconds before moving to section 4 (inside bottom teeth).

7 After you have completed the brushing cycle, you can

spend additional time brushing the chewing surfaces of your teeth

and areas where staining occurs. You may also brush your tongue,

with the toothbrush turned on or off, as you prefer.

Your Sonicare is safe to use on:

- Braces (brush heads wear out sooner when used on braces)

- Dental restorations (llings, crowns, veneers)

Brushing modes

Sonicare automatically starts in the default Clean mode.

1 Prior to turning on the Sonicare, press the mode button to toggle

between modes.

, The selected brushing mode illuminates.
, Once a brushing mode has been selected, it remains active until

another brushing mode is selected.

Note: When the toothbrush is switched on, you cannot toggle between modes.

The following brushing modes are available:

Clean

Complete whole mouth cleaning (2 minutes).

Gum Care

Complete whole mouth cleaning (2 minutes) plus gentle cleaning for
problem areas and along the gumline (1 minute).

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Refresh

Touch-up for a quick clean (1 minute).

Sensitive

Gentle cleaning for sensitive gums and teeth (2 minutes).

Massage

Gentle gum stimulation (2 minutes).

Note: When the Sonicare is used in clinical studies, the default 2-minute Clean
mode must be selected. The handle has to be fully charged. Deactivate the

Easy-start feature. For areas where excess staining occurs, an additional 30

seconds of brushing time can be spent to help remove stains.

Features

Easy-start

- This Sonicare model comes with the Easy-start feature activated.

- The Easy-start feature gently increases power over the rst 14
brushings to ease into the Sonicare experience.

Note: Each of the rst 14 brushings must be at least 1 minute in length to

properly move through the Easy-start ramp-up cycle.

Deactivating or activating the Easy-start feature

1 Attach your brush head to the handle.

2 Place the handle on the plugged-in charger.

- To deactivate Easy-start:

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.

- To activate Easy-start:

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.

Note: Using the Easy-start feature beyond the initial ramp-up period is not
recommended and reduces Sonicare’s effectiveness in removing plaque.

Smartimer

The Smartimer indicates that your brushing cycle is complete when
it automatically turns off the toothbrush at the end of the brushing cycle.
Dental professionals recommend brushing at least 2 minutes twice a day.

Quadpacer

- The Quadpacer is an interval timer that has a short beep and pause to
remind you to brush the 4 sections of your mouth. Depending on the
brushing mode you have selected, the Quadpacer beeps at different
intervals during the brushing cycle. See sections ‘Brushing instructions’
and ‘Brushing modes’ in chapter ‘Using your Sonicare’.

The Quadpacer feature on this model has been activated. To deactivate or
reactivate the Quadpacer feature:

1 Place the handle with a brush head attached on the plugged-in

charger.

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2 Press and hold the mode button for 2 seconds.

, You hear 1 beep to indicate the Quadpacer has been deactivated or

you hear 2 beeps to indicate the Quadpacer has been activated.

Cord wrap on deluxe charger (select models)

If your model includes the deluxe charger cover and base, the travel
charger is pre-installed inside the cover. If you want to shorten the power
cord, you can store excess cord in the cord wrap feature built into the
charger base.

1 To separate the charger cover from the charger base, press the two

gray snap bars on the charger base and pull the white charger cover
upwards.

2 Wrap excess power cord around the gray charger base as shown in

the picture. Be sure to wrap the cord on the inside of the two snap
levers.

3 When you have stored the excess cord, guide the power cord

through the small groove in the rear of the gray charger base.

4 To reattach the charger cover, press it down over the charger base

until it snaps into place.

Tip: For extra convenience during travel, you can remove the travel charger and
use it without the charger cover and charger base.

Cord wrap on sanitizer with integrated charger (select models)

- If your model includes the sanitizer, you can store excess cord using the
cord wrap feature built into the bottom of the sanitizer.

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Sanitizing (select models)

- With the UV sanitizer you can clean your brush head after every use.

Discontinue use of the sanitizer if the UV light bulb remains on when
the door is open or if the blue window is broken or missing from the
sanitizer. UV light can be harmful to the human eye and skin. This device
should be kept out of reach of children at all times.

Unplug the sanitizer and call Consumer Care if the sanitizer gives off
smoke or a burning smell while it is operating..

1 After brushing, rinse the brush head and shake off excess water.

Do not place the travel cap on the brush head during sanitization.

2 Place your nger in the door recess on top of the sanitizer and pull

open the door.

3 Place the brush head on one of the 2 pegs in the sanitizer.

Note: Only clean Sonicare ProResults brush heads in the sanitizer.

Make sure the bristles of the brush head directly face the light bulb.

4 Make sure the sanitizer is plugged into a live outlet of appropriate

voltage.

5 Close 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 blue light glows through the

window.

, When the sanitizing cycle is complete, the sanitizer automatically

shuts off.

Cleaning

Do not clean the brush head, handle, travel charger, charger cover and
the UV sanitizer in the dishwasher.

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Toothbrush handle

1 Remove the brush head and rinse the metal shaft area with warm

water.

Do not push on the rubber seal on the metal shaft with sharp objects, as
this may cause damage.

2 Use a damp cloth to wipe the entire surface of the handle.

Brush head

1 Rinse the brush head and bristles after each use.

2 Remove the brush head from the handle and rinse the brush head

connection at least once a week with warm water.

Charger

1 Unplug the charger.

2 Use a damp cloth to wipe the surface of the charger.

Brush head UV Sanitizer (select models)

Do not clean the sanitizer when the UV light bulb is hot.

For optimal effectiveness, it is recommended to clean your sanitizer weekly.

1 Unplug the sanitizer.

2 Pull the drip tray straight out. Rinse the drip tray and wipe it clean

with a damp cloth.

3 Clean all reector surfaces with a damp cloth.

4 Remove the protective screen in front of the UV light bulb.

To remove the screen, grasp the edges next to the snaps, gently squeeze
and pull out the protective screen.

5 Remove the UV light bulb.

To remove the light bulb, grasp it and pull it out of the metal clasp.

6 Clean the protective screen and the UV light bulb with a damp cloth.

7 Reinsert 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.

8 Reinsert the protective screen.

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To reinsert the screen, align the pegs on the screen with the slots on the

reective 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 an extended period of
time, unplug it from the electrical outlet, clean it and store it in a cool
and dry place away from direct sunlight. You can use the cord wrap to
store the power cord in an organized manner.

Replacement

Brush head

- Replace Sonicare brush heads every 3 months to achieve optimal
results.

- Use only Sonicare ProResults replacement brush heads.

UV light bulb

- Replacement UV bulbs are available through your Sonicare Consumer
Care Center in North America by calling 1-800-682-7664. Outside
North America, contact your local Philips Consumer Care Center.

Disposal

- The rechargeable battery inside your Sonicare cannot be replaced, but
is easy to remove for recycling. At the end of product life and prior to
disposal, please remove the rechargeable battery from the handle by
following the instructions below.

- Do not throw away the appliance or the UV light bulb (bulb contains
mercury) with the normal household waste at the end of its life, but

hand it in at an ofcial collection point for recycling. By doing this, you

help to preserve the environment.

- If you have any recycling questions, contact your local waste

management ofce.

Removing the rechargeable battery

Please note that this process is not reversible.

To remove the rechargeable battery, you need a at-head (standard)

screwdriver. Observe basic safety precautions when you follow the

procedure outlined below. Be sure to protect your eyes, hands, ngers, and

the surface on which you work.

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1 To deplete the rechargeable battery of any charge, remove the

handle from the charger, turn on the Sonicare and let it run until
it stops. Repeat this step until you can no longer switch on the
Sonicare.

2 Insert a screwdriver into the slot located at the bottom of the

handle and turn counterclockwise to release the bottom cap.

3 Hold the handle upside down and push down on the shaft to release

the internal components of the handle.

4 Insert 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.

The rechargeable battery can now be recycled and the rest of the product
discarded appropriately.

Guarantee and service

Philips guarantees its products for two years after the date of purchase.
Defects due to faulty materials and workmanship will be repaired or
replaced at Philips expense provided that convincing proof of purchase in
the qualifying period is provided.
Contact our Consumer Care Center at 1-800-682-7664 (North America),
outside North America contact your local Philips Consumer Care Center.
Internet information: www.sonicare.com (North America) or www.philips.
com (outside North America).

WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS

What is not covered under warranty:

- Brush heads

- Damage caused by misuse, abuse, neglect, alterations or unauthorized
repair.

- Normal wear and tear, including chips, scratches, abrasions,
discoloration or fading.

- UV light bulb

IMPLIED WARRANTIES

ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR

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PURPOSE, SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS
WARRANTIES SET FORTH ABOVE. IN SOME STATES LIMITATIONS
ON DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES DO NOT APPLY.

LIMITATION OF REMEDIES

IN NO EVENT SHALL PHILIPS OR ANY OF ITS AFFILIATED OR
SUBSIDIARY COMPANIES BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES BASED UPON BREACH OF
WARRANTY, BREACH OF CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, TORT, OR ANY
OTHER LEGAL THEORY. SUCH DAMAGES INCLUDE, WITHOUT
LIMITATION, LOSS OF SAVINGS OR REVENUE; LOSS OF PROFIT; LOSS
OF USE; THE CLAIMS OF THIRD PARTIES INCLUDING, WITHOUT
LIMITATION, DENTISTS AND DENTAL HYGIENISTS; AND COST OF
ANY SUBSTITUTE EQUIPMENT OR SERVICES. SOME STATES DO
NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

Frequently asked questions

This chapter lists the questions most frequently asked about the appliance.

If you cannot nd the answer to your question, contact the Consumer

Care Center in your country.

Question Answer

Why doesn’t the Sonicare
toothbrush work?

You may need to recharge the Sonicare. Charge the Sonicare for
at least 24 hours.

Make sure the Sonicare charger is plugged into a live electrical
outlet and not into an outlet controlled by a light switch.

You may need to reattach or replace the brush head.

Why do I feel a tickling sensation
when I use the Sonicare?

You may experience a slight tickling/tingling sensation when you

use Sonicare for the rst time. As you become accustomed to

brushing with the Sonicare, this sensation diminishes.

Why is there a brief pause in the
bristle motion while I’m brushing?

This is the Quadpacer feature reminding you to move to a new
section of your mouth. This feature enables you to spend equal
time brushing all areas of the mouth (see chapter ‘Using your
Sonicare, section ‘Brushing instructions’).

The brush head chatters against my
teeth. What can I do about this?

To avoid this, keep the brush head properly oriented, with the
bristles placed on the gumline at a slight angle.

Why does the toothbrush seem
less powerful?

You may need to charge the Sonicare.

The Easy-start feature may be on. Deactivate the Easy-start
feature (see chapter ‘Features’).

You may need to replace the brush head.

Why doesn’t the mode
button work during brushing?

Brushing modes should be selected prior to turning on the
Sonicare.

Why doesn’t the UV sanitizer
light go on?

You may need to plug the sanitizer into a live outlet..

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Question Answer

You may need to shut the sanitizer door.

You may need to replace the UV light bulb (see chapter
‘Replacement’).

Do I need a special charger if I
travel with my Sonicare?

The travel charger, the deluxe charger and the sanitizer can be
used at common worldwide voltages between 100-240V AC, at
either 50 or 60Hz. All you need is a simple plug adapter.

Travel tip: The Sonicare battery is designed to last up to 3 weeks
between charges.

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www.philips.com/support

For support call 1-800-682-7664

©2009 Koninklijke Philips Electronics NV (KPENV).
All rights reserved. PHILIPS and the Philips shield are
registered trademarks of KPENV. Easy-start, Quadpacer,
Smartimer, Sonicare, and the Sonicare logo are trademarks
of Philips Oral Healthcare, Inc. and/or KPENV.

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