Philips Sonicare ProtectiveClean User Manual

Troubleshooting
How do I charge my Philips Sonicare
toothbrush
Charging the battery of your Philips Sonicare toothbrush is easy as 1-2-3. Find out how to charge
your Philips Sonicare toothbrush properly.
Most Philips Sonicare toothbrushes
1) Plug the charger into a live electric power outlet
2) Place the handle on the charger
3) The flashing light on the handle indicates that the toothbrush is charging
4) It takes at least 24 hours to fully charge the battery
Please note:
 In step 3 above, if the battery charge indicator on the handle does not blink green, you
may not have the charger plugged into a live outlet. To confirm that the charger is
plugged into a live outlet, press the on/off button while the handle is sitting on the
charger.
 The handle should not activate when it is charging in a normal manner. If the handle
turns on in the charger, repeat steps 1 - 3 using a different power outlet. If you repeat the
procedure and your handle continues to activate while on the charger, contact the Philips
call center for instructions
Charging your Philips Sonicare DiamondClean and
DiamondClean Smart toothbrush
1) Plug the chrome base charger into a live electric power outlet
2) Place the glass on the chrome base
3) Place your Philips Sonicare DiamondClean or DiamondClean smart into the glass in an
upright position
4) The flashing light on the handle indicates that the toothbrush is charging*. If the indicator
does not start flashing, keep the handle in the charger for at least 10-15 minutes to allow the
toothbrush to recover
5) It takes at least 24 hours to fully charge the battery
DiamondClean Smart toothbrushes (in addition to a flashing battery indicator) will also
illuminate at the bottom and you will hear a beep.
Philips Sonicare PowerUp

Philips Sonicare ProtectiveClean Specifications

General

Pressure Sensor	Yes
BrushSync Technology	Yes
Battery Life	Up to 2 weeks
Battery Type	Lithium ION
Technology	Sonic technology
Brush Movements per Minute	Up to 62, 000
Charging Time	24 hours
Waterproof	Yes
Modes	Clean, Gum Care
Timer	2-minute timer with 30-second intervals
Included Accessories	charger, brush head
Brush Head	Compatible with Philips Sonicare brush heads

Summary

Charging Philips Sonicare Toothbrushes

Most Philips Sonicare Toothbrushes Charging

Instructions for charging most Philips Sonicare toothbrush models, detailing steps and important notes for successful charging.

DiamondClean & DiamondClean Smart Charging

Procedure for charging DiamondClean and DiamondClean Smart toothbrushes using their specific chrome base charger.

Philips Sonicare PowerUp Charging

Specific charging procedure for Philips Sonicare PowerUp models, including checking the charging indicator.

Sonicare AirFloss Charger Compatibility

Compatible Sonicare Toothbrushes List

Lists Sonicare toothbrush models that can be charged using a Sonicare AirFloss charger.

Philips Sonicare Brush Head Replacement

Brush Head Replacement Frequency

Recommendation to replace Philips Sonicare brush heads every 3 months based on typical brushing habits.

Smart Reminder for Brush Head Replacement

Explanation of the smart reminder feature on DiamondClean Smart brush heads for replacement.

Philips Sonicare Handle Brush Head Gap

Necessity of Brush Head Gap

Explains that a small gap between the brush head and handle is necessary for optimal cleaning vibrations.