Philips Electric Toothbrush HX6733 User Manual

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iMPORTAnT sAFEgUARDs  
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE  
DAngERs  
To reduce the risk of electrocution:  
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Do not place or store the product where it can  
fall or be pulled into a tub or sink.  
Do not place the product in or drop it into  
water or any other liquid.  
Do not reach for a product that has fallen into  
water. Unplug immediately.  
Do not use the product while bathing.  
WARnings  
To reduce the risk of burns, electrocution, fire to  
persons:  
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Discontinue use if this product appears damaged in  
any way (brush head, handle, charger and sanitizer).  
This product contains no user-serviceable parts.  
Refer to chapterGuarantee and service’ if your  
Sonicare no longer works properly or needs repair.  
Never use the charger or sanitizer if it has a  
damaged cord or plug.  
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Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.  
Do not use the charger or sanitizer outdoors.  
Do not use the charger or sanitizer if dropped  
into water.  
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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.  
 
 
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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.  
Children should be supervised to ensure that  
they do not play with the appliance.  
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Do not use attachments other than those  
recommended by the manufacturer.  
10 If your toothpaste includes peroxide, baking soda  
or other bicarbonate (common in whitening  
toothpastes), thoroughly clean your brush head  
and handle with soap and water after each use.  
Otherwise plastic cracking may occur.  
11 To avoid damage to the product, do not place  
the brush head, handle, sanitizer, charger or  
charger covers in the dishwasher for cleaning.  
12 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.  
13 Do not operate the UV sanitizer without the  
protective screen in place to avoid contact  
with hot bulb.  
14 The UV light bulb is hot during and immediately  
after the sanitizing cycle. Do not touch the UV  
light bulb when it is hot.  
15 Do not operate the UV sanitizer where aerosol  
(spray) products are being used or where  
oxygen is being administered.  
16 If the sanitizer is used for 3 consecutive UV clean  
cycles (i.e., 3 times in a row) a minimum of 30  
minutes ‘OffTime’ is required before you start  
another UV clean cycle.  
 
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MEDiCAlWARnings  
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Consult your dental professional before you use  
this product if you have had oral or gum surgery  
in the previous 2 months.  
Contact your dental professional if excessive  
bleeding occurs after using this product or  
bleeding continues to occur after 1 week of use.  
If you have a pacemaker or other implanted  
device contact your physician or the device  
manufacturer prior to use.  
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Sonicare has been tested and is compliant with  
safety standards for electromagnetic devices.  
Consult your physician prior to using the  
Sonicare if you have medical concerns.  
SAVETHESE INSTRUCTIONS  
Your sonicare (Fig. 1)  
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Hygienic travel cap  
Brush head  
Interchangeable color code ring  
D Handle with soft grip  
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Power on/off button  
Brushing modes  
G Charge light indicator  
- Deluxe charge indicator (select models)  
- Standard charge indicator (select models)  
H Deluxe charger (select models)  
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Charger cover with brush head holder  
Travel charger  
Charger base with cord wrap  
 
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UV sanitizer with integrated charger and 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  
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.  
Then press down on the other side to snap the  
ring into place.  
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 onto the  
metal shaft until it stops.  
Note:There is a small gap between the color code ring  
and the handle.  
 
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Charging your sonicare  
1 Plug the charger into a live outlet.  
2 Place the handle on the charger.  
, The battery charge indicator next to the battery  
symbol flashes to indicate that the toothbrush is  
charging.  
Battery charge indicator  
The battery charge indicator shows the approximate  
remaining battery charge.  
Deluxe charge indicator (select models):  
- Solid green: 50-100%  
- Flashing green: 10-49%  
- Flashing yellow: less than 10%  
Standard charge indicator (select models):  
- Solid green: 50-100%  
- Flashing green: less than 50%  
Note:When the battery of your Sonicare is low, you hear  
3 beeps after the completion of the brushing cycle and  
the battery charge indicator flashes for 30 seconds.  
Note:To keep the battery fully charged, you may  
keep your Sonicare on the charger when not in use. It  
takes 24 hours to fully charge the battery.  
 
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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 turn on the  
Sonicare.  
4 Apply light pressure to maximize Sonicare’s  
effectiveness and let the Sonicare toothbrush  
do the brushing for you.  
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.  
 
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Your Sonicare is safe to use on:  
- Braces (brush heads wear out sooner when used  
on braces)  
- Dental restorations (fillings, crowns, veneers)  
Note:The toothbrush may be turned off at any time  
by pressing and holding the power on/off button for  
2 seconds.  
Clean andWhite mode brushing  
instructions  
The Clean and White mode combines 2 minutes  
of Clean mode for a whole mouth clean, with an  
additional 30 seconds of White mode to focus on  
the visible front teeth.  
1 Brush the first 2 minutes as instructed in steps  
1-6 above.  
2 After the 2 minutes of Clean mode, the  
White mode begins with a change in brushing  
sound and motion.That is your signal to start  
brushing the upper front teeth for 15 seconds  
3 At the next beep and pause, move to the  
bottom front teeth for the final 15 seconds of  
brushing.  
Brushing modes  
Sonicare automatically starts in the default Clean  
mode.To select a different brushing mode:  
1 Press the on/off button to toggle between  
modes.  
, The green LED indicates the selected mode.  
Note:You can only switch between modes when the  
toothbrush is turned on.  
 
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Clean mode  
Standard mode for superior teeth cleaning.  
sensitive mode (select models)  
Gentle, yet thorough cleaning for sensitive gums and  
teeth.  
Clean andWhite mode  
2 minutes of Clean mode, with an additional 30 seconds  
of White mode to focus on your visible front teeth.  
Note:When Sonicare is used in clinical studies, the  
default 2-minute Clean mode must be selected.  
However, in whitening/stain reduction studies, the Clean  
andWhite mode must be selected.The handle should  
be fully charged and the Easy-start feature deactivated.  
Features  
Easy-start  
- This Sonicare model comes with the Easy-start  
feature activated.  
- The Easy-start feature gently increases power over  
the first 14 brushings to ease into the Sonicare  
experience.  
Note: Each of the first 14 brushings must be at least 1  
minute in length to move through the Easy-start ramp-  
up cycle properly.  
Note:When the Clean andWhite mode is selected, the  
Easy-start feature is inactive.  
Deactivating or activating the Easy-start  
feature  
1 Attach your brush head to the handle.  
2 Place the handle in the plugged-in charger.  
 
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- 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 by automatically turning off the toothbrush  
at the end of the brushing cycle.  
Dental professionals recommend brushing no less  
than 2 minutes twice a day.  
If you want to pause or stop brushing during your  
2-minute cycle, press and hold the power on/off  
button for 2 seconds. Press the power on/off button  
again and the Smartimer picks up where you left off.  
The Smartimer automatically resets to the beginning  
of a 2-minute cycle if:  
- brushing is paused for 30 seconds or longer.  
- the handle is returned to the charger.  
Quadpacer (select models)  
- The Quadpacer is an interval timer that has a  
short beep and pause to remind you to brush the  
4 sections of your mouth evenly and thoroughly.  
- When you use the two-minute Clean or Sensitive  
mode, you hear a short beep and a pause in  
brushing action at 30, 60 and 90 second intervals.  
 
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- When you use the Clean and White mode, you  
hear and feel a change in the brush head sound  
and motion after 2 minutes of Clean mode.Then  
move the brush head to the visible top front teeth  
and brush them for 15 seconds.At the final beep  
and pause, move to the visible bottom teeth and  
brush them for 15 seconds.  
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.  
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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 Reattach the charger cover by pressing it down  
over the charger base until it snaps into place.  
 
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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  
1 If your model includes the sanitizer, you can  
store excess cord using the cord wrap feature  
built into the bottom of the sanitizer.  
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 finger in the door recess on top of  
the sanitizer and pull open the door.  
 
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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 heads,handle,charger, charger  
covers or the UV sanitizer in the dishwasher.  
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.  
 
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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 before cleaning.  
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 reflector 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.  
 
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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 metalclasp and push the bulb into  
the clasp.  
8 Reinsert the protective screen.  
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 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 (select models) to store the power  
cord in an organized manner.  
- You can store brush heads on the pegs at the  
back of the charger.  
Replacement  
Brush head  
- Replace Sonicare brush heads every 3 months to  
achieve optimal results.  
- Use only compatible Sonicare replacement brush  
heads.  
 
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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  
- 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 official collection point for recycling. By  
doing this, you help to preserve the environment.  
- The built-in rechargeable battery contains  
substances that may pollute the environment.  
Always remove the battery before you discard the  
appliance, and recycle or dispose of the battery  
according to local waste management requirements.  
- If you have any recycling questions, contact your  
local waste management office.  
Removing the rechargeable battery  
Please note that this process is not reversible.  
- To remove the rechargeable battery, you need a  
flat-head (standard) screwdriver. Observe basic  
safety precautions when you follow the procedure  
outlined below. Be sure to protect your eyes,  
hands, fingers, and the surface on which you work.  
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.  
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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 or  
disposed of and the rest of the product discarded  
appropriately.  
Warranty 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.  
Use of unauthorized replacement parts will void  
this warranty.  
Contact our Customer Service Center at 1-800-  
682-7664 (North America), outside North America  
contact your local Philips Customer Care Center.  
 
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WARRAnTY EXClUsiOns  
What is not covered under warranty:  
- Brush heads.  
- Damage caused by misuse, abuse, neglect,  
alterations or unauthorized repair.  
- Damage caused by use of unauthorized  
replacement parts.  
- Normal wear and tear, including chips, scratches,  
abrasions, discoloration or fading.  
- UV light bulb.  
iMPliEDWARRAnTiEs  
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING  
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY  
AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE,  
SHALL BE LIMITEDTOTHE DURATION OFTHE  
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 LEGALTHEORY. SUCH DAMAGES  
INCLUDE,WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OF  
SAVINGS OR REVENUE; LOSS OF PROFIT;  
LOSS OF USE;THE CLAIMS OFTHIRD PARTIES  
INCLUDING,WITHOUT LIMITATION, DENTISTS  
AND DENTAL HYGIENISTS;AND COST OF ANY  
SUBSTITUTE EQUIPMENT OR SERVICES. SOME  
STATES DO NOT ALLOWTHE EXCLUSION  
OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR  
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.  
 
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Frequently asked questions  
This chapter lists the questions most frequently  
asked about the appliance. If you cannot find the  
answer to your question, contact the Customer Care  
Center in your country.  
Question  
Answer  
Why doesn’t the  
Sonicare work?  
You may need to recharge the Sonicare. Charge  
the Sonicare for at least 24 hours.  
Make sure that your 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 the Sonicare for the first  
time.As you become accustomed to brushing  
with Sonicare, this sensation diminishes.  
The brush head  
To avoid this, keep the brush head properly  
chatters against my oriented, with the bristles placed on the gumline  
teeth.What can I  
do about this?  
at a slight angle.  
Why does the  
Sonicare 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 your brush head.  
 
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Question  
Answer  
Why does the  
Sonicare seem  
to change power  
during brushing?  
You may be in the Clean and White brushing  
mode. If this is the case, the toothbrush starts in  
the Clean mode for 2 minutes and then changes  
to the White mode for 30 seconds. The Clean  
and White mode has a different sound and  
brush movement.  
Do I need a special Travel tip: the Sonicare charger can be used with  
charger if I travel  
with my Sonicare?  
common worldwide voltages between 100-  
240V AC, at either 50 or 60Hz.A simple plug  
adapter is all that is required.  
Why doesn’t the  
UV sanitizer light  
go on?  
You may need to plug the sanitizer into a live  
outlet.  
You may need to shut the door of the sanitizer.  
You may need to replace the UV light bulb (see  
chapter‘Replacement’).  
 
 
Protected by U.S. and international patents. Other patents pending.  
Reg. U.S. Pat. &Tm.Off.  
@2012 Koninklijke Philips Electronics NV (KPENV).All rights reserved.  
PHILIPS and Philips shield are registered trademarks of KPENV. Easy-  
start, Quadpacer, Sonicare and the Sonicare logo are trademarks of  
Philips Oral Healthcare, Inc. and/or KPENV  
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