Philips HX9393 User Manual

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Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to Philips! To fully benet from the support that Philips oers, register your product at

www.philips.com/welcome.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Warning: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE

When using electrical products, especially when children are present, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

DANGERS

To reduce the risk of electrocution: 1 Always place and store the charging pad at a

safe distance from water.

2 Do not reach for a charging pad that has fallen

into water. Unplug immediately.

3 Never use a charging pad with a damaged cord.

WARNINGS

To reduce the risk of burns, electrocution, re or physical injury:

1 Do not use attachments other than those

recommended by the manufacturer.

2 Do not plug the adapter into an outlet with a

voltage other than specied on the bottom of the adapter. This product is designed to operate within a range of 100 to 240 volts. Voltage converters do not warrant voltage compatibility.

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3 Never force the adapter into an outlet; if the

adapter does not easily t into the outlet, discontinue use.

4 Discontinue use if the product appears

damaged in any way (brush head, handle, charging pad or adapter).

5 The charging pad cord cannot be replaced.

If the cord is damaged, discard the charging pad 6 Keep the cord away from heated surfaces. 7 Do not use the adapter outdoors. 8 This product contains no user-serviceable parts.

Refer to ‘Warranty and support’ if the product

no longer works properly or needs repair. 9 Use this product only for its intended use as

described in this document or as recommended

by your dental professional. 10

This product 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. 11 Children should be supervised to ensure that

they do not play with the product. 12 Philips Sonicare is a personal care device and is

not intended for use on multiple patients in

a dental oce or institution. 13 Use UL Listed computer, USB Hub or USB

duplex receptacle when charging the

toothbrush handle in the travel case. 14 When using a computer to recharge the

toothbrush handle, the computer should be

located away from sources of water (i.e. sink or

tub) so as to avoid electrical shock.

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15 In order to eectively charge your Philips

Sonicare do not place your charger base on a

magnetic metal surface. 16 The adapter is certied according to the

relevant safety standard UL1310. 17 The adapter is not intended to be repaired

by service personnel in case of failure or

component defect (unit can be thrown away). 18 For connection to a supply not in the U.S.A.,

use an adapter of the proper conguration for

the power outlet.

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 Discontinue use of this product and contact

a physician/dentist if discomfort or pain is experienced.

4 This product complies with the safety standards

for electromagnetic devices. If you have a pacemaker or other implanted device, contact your physician or the device manufacturer prior to use.

5 Consult your physician if you have other

medical concerns.

Electromagnetic elds (EMF)

This Philips device complies with all applicable standards and regulations regarding exposure to electromagnetic elds.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Your Philips Sonicare (Fig. 1)

1 Hygienic travel cap 2 Brush head with unique identier 3 Handle with ergonomic shape 4 Recessed power on/o button 5 Hidden brushing mode display 6 Charge indicator 7 Wireless charging pad 8 USB cord 9 USB wall adapter 10 Travel pouch (select models)

Note: The content of the box may vary based on

the model purchased.

Getting started

Attaching the brush head

1 Align the brush head so the bristles point in the

same direction as the front of the handle. 2 Firmly press the brush head down onto the

metal shaft until it stops.

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Note: Philips Sonicare brush heads are imprinted with icons to easily identify your brush head.

Note: It is normal to see a slight gap between the brush head and the handle.

Charging your Philips Sonicare

1 Plug the USB of the wireless charging pad into

the wall adapter and plug into the wall socket.

2 Place the handle vertically on the charging

platform (the raised surface of the charger).

- The charging pad beeps when the toothbrush is correctly placed onto the charging platform.

Note: There may be a delay for the charging pad to beep while the charging pad synchronizes with the handle.

- While the toothbrush is charging, the charging indicator ashes white on the charging pad.

12 hrs.

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3 When the toothbrush is fully charged, the

charging indicator lights up solid white.

4 If the charging indicator ashes red, that

indicates detection of a foreign object or a communication error between the handle and charging pad.

- If this occurs remove any foreign objects from the charging pad and/or try removing and replacing the handle on the charging pad.

Note: It takes approximately 12 hours to ensure battery is fully charged. Charging times may vary if alternative wall adapters are used.

This charger is designed to properly charge only one handle at a time. Only the handle provided in this box should be used with this charging system.

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This charger is not compatible with other models of Philips Sonicare.

Do not place metallic objects on the charging pad as handle charging may be aected and may cause the metallic object to overheat.

Battery status (when handle is not on charger)

When removing the Philips Sonicare from the charging pad or after a brushing session, a battery light at the bottom of the toothbrush will indicate the status of the battery life.

- Solid green LED: Between 2-3 weeks of brushing sessions left

- Flashing green LED: Approximately 1 week of brushing sessions left

Only after a brushing is complete

- Flashing orange LED and three beeps: Only a few brushing sessions left

- Flashing orange LED and two sets of ve beeps: No brushing sessions left (charge toothbrush)

Note: These indications are based o of using the device twice per day in Clean Mode. Other modes or more frequent usage may decrease the battery life.

Using your Philips Sonicare

Brushing instructions

1 Wet the bristles.

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2 Apply a small amount of toothpaste on the

bristles.

3 Place the toothbrush bristles against the teeth

at a slight angle (45 degrees), pressing rmly 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.

4 Press the power on/o and mode button to

turn on your Philips Sonicare.

5 Gently 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.

Note: The bristles should slightly are. Do not scrub.

6 To clean the inside surfaces of the front teeth,

tilt the brush handle semi-upright and make several vertical overlapping brushing strokes on each tooth.

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Brushing modes

7 Begin brushing in section 1 (outside top teeth)

and brush for 30 seconds (45 seconds in Deep Clean mode) before moving to section 2 (inside top teeth). Continue brushing in section

3 (outside bottom teeth) and brush for 30 seconds (45 seconds in Deep Clean mode) before moving to section 4 (inside bottom teeth).

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

Note: 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 can also brush your tongue, with the toothbrush turned on or o, as you prefer.

Your Philips Sonicare is safe to use on:

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

- Dental restorations (llings, crowns, veneers).

1 To toggle through modes press the on/o

button twice in less than 5 seconds.

2 To turn o your Philips Sonicare press the

on/o button again after 5 seconds.

Your Philips Sonicare comes with the Clean mode activated.

Note: When the Philips Sonicare is used in clinical studies, it must be used in the default 2-minute Clean mode or in the Deep Clean mode with Easy Start turned o.

Features

Quadpacer

Smartimer

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Clean mode

The ultimate in plaque removal (default mode). Clean mode lasts for 2 minutes and includes four 30 second Quadpacer intervals.

White mode

2 minutes to remove surface stains and 30 seconds to brighten and polish your front teeth.

Sensitive mode

Extra gentle 2 minute mode for sensitive teeth and gums.

Gum Care mode

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

Deep Clean mode

Provides an invigorating 3 minutes of alternating cleaning and massaging to deliver an exceptionally clean experience.

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 dierent intervals during the brushing cycle. The Quadpacer works in all 5 modes.

The Smartimer indicates that your brushing cycle is complete by automatically turning o the toothbrush at the end of the brushing cycle.

Dental professionals recommend brushing no less than 2 minutes twice a day.

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Easy-start

The Easy-start feature gently increases the power over the rst 14 brushings to help you get used to the brushing with the Philips Sonicare. The

Easy-start feature only works in Clean and White modes. This Philips Sonicare model comes with the Easy-start feature activated.

Activating or deactivating the Easy-start feature

1 Attach the brush head to the handle. 2 Place the handle on the charging platform. To activate Easy-start: Press and hold the power on/o and mode button

for 2 seconds. You hear 2 beeps to indicate that the Easy-start feature has been activated.

To deactivate Easy-start: Press and hold the power on/o and mode button

for 2 seconds. You hear 1 beep to indicate that the Easy-start feature has been deactivated.

Note: Using the Easy-start feature beyond the initial ramp-up period is not recommended and reduces Philips Sonicare eectiveness in removing plaque.

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.

Traveling with your Philips Sonicare

1 Open the travel case and remove the middle

insert.

2 Place the charger base and wall adapter in the

bottom of the case.

3 Insert the toothbrush handle underneath the

elastic band in the middle insert to ensure the handle stays in place while traveling.

Place the middle insert back into the travel case

5 Brush heads can be stored in the netted pouch

of the travel case.

Cleaning

Note: Do not clean the brush head, handle, charging pad or travel pouch in the dishwasher.

Toothbrush handle

1 Remove the brush head and rinse the metal

shaft area with warm water. Make sure you remove any residual toothpaste.

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

2 Wipe 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

Rinse the brush head and bristles after each use.

2 Remove the brush head from the handle and

rinse the brush head connection with warm water at least once a week.

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Charging Pad & Travel Pouch

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

charging pad and travel pouch.

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Storage

If you are not going to use your Philips Sonicare 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 Sonicare brush heads every 3 months to achieve optimal results. Use only

Philips Sonicare replacement brush heads.

Disposal

This appliance contains a rechargeable battery which must be disposed of properly. Contact your local town or city ocials for battery disposal information. You can also call 1-800-8-BATTERY or visit www.rbrc.com for battery drop-o locations

For assistance, visit our website www.philips.com/ support or call 1-800-243-3050 toll free.

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 towel or cloth, a hammer and 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 Philips Sonicare and let it run until it stops. Repeat this step until you can no longer turn on the Philips Sonicare.

2 Remove and discard the brush head.

Cover the entire handle with a towel or cloth.

3 Hold the top of the handle with one hand and

strike the handle housing 0.5 inch above the bottom end. Strike rmly with a hammer on all 4 sides to eject the end cap.

Note: You may have to hit on the end several times to break the internal snap connections.

4 Remove the end cap from the toothbrush

handle. If the end cap does not release easily from the housing, repeat step 3 until the end cap is released.

5 Holding the handle upside down, press the

shaft down on a hard surface. If the internal components do not easily release from the housing, repeat step 3 until the internal components are released.

6 Remove the rubber battery cover.

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