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This toothbrush enables you to obtain superior plaque removal, whiter teeth and healthier gums. Using Sonicare's combination of gentle sonic technology and clinically developed and proven features, you can be confident that you're getting the very best clean, every time. Further support and product registration are available to you at: www.philips.com/support
Welcome to the Philips Sonicare family!
Download the Sonicare Kids App to support healthy habit building. The App is compatible with wide range of iOS and Android (TM) smart devices.
Note: If your device is not Bluetooth capable you can still use the Sonicare for Kids app on iOS and Android (TM) smart devices to enhance your brushing experience.
Applying your favorite sticker
The Sonicare for Kids - Design a Pet Edition comes with several stickers to choose from. The stickers can be moved around to create the design you choose.
If you are using your Sonicare toothbrush for the first time, it is normal to feel more vibration than when using a non-electric toothbrush. It is common for first-time users to apply too much pressure. Only apply gentle pressure and let the toothbrush do the brushing for you. Please follow the brushing instructions below for the best experience. To help you transition to your new Sonicare power toothbrush, it comes with the EasyStart feature activated. This feature gently increases the power over the first 14 brushings to help you adapt to brushing with a Philips Sonicare toothbrush.
Brushing instructions
Note: For children under age 8, it is recommended that a parent or adult caregiver perform toothbrushing.
To make sure you brush evenly throughout the mouth, divide your mouth into 4 sections using the KidPacer feature. The KidPacer divides the brushing time into 4 equal segments and indicates when you should move to the next area. The segments are indicated with a short tune. The toothbrush automatically stops at the end of a brushing session with a congratulatory tune.
Note: Instruct your child to brush until they hear the congratulatory tune and the toothbrush switches off.
Your power toothbrush is equipped with 2 different intensities: gentle and extra gentle.
Note: When you use the toothbrush for the first time, the default setting is extra gentle.
To change intensities:
Extra gentle | Gentle | |
Benefit | Reduced power intensity used for training and introducing younger children to the sonic experience. | Full-strength intensity designed for older/independent brushers. |
Recommended brush heads | Sonicare for Kids Compact or Standard brush head | Sonicare for Kids Compact or Standard brush head |
Total brushing time | 2 minutes | 2 minutes |
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KidPacer
The KidPacer is an interval timer that helps your child to brush evenly through the mouth by dividing your mouth into 4 sections.
SmarTimer
The SmarTimer indicates that your brushing cycle is complete by automatically switching off the toothbrush at the end of the brushing cycle. Dental professionals recommend brushing no less than 2 minutes twice a day.
Note: If you press the power on/off button after you started the brushing cycle, the toothbrush pauses. After a pause of 30 seconds, the SmarTimer resets.
EasyStart
This Philips Sonicare model comes with the EasyStart feature activated. The EasyStart feature gently increases the power over the first 14 brushings to help you get used to brushing with the Philips Sonicare. To deactivate EasyStart (see 'Activating or deactivating features').
You can activate or deactivate the following features of your toothbrush:
This Philips Sonicare toothbrush is designed to provide at least 28 brushing sessions, each session lasting 2 minutes (14 days if used twice per day) on a fully charged battery. The battery indicator shows the battery status when you complete the 2-minute brushing session, when you pause the toothbrush, or while it is charging.
Note: It can take up to 24 hours to fully charge the battery before first use, but you can use the Philips Sonicare toothbrush before it is fully charged.
Charging
USB charging
Note: Accessories included may vary based on the model purchased.
Battery status
When the handle is placed on the charger, the battery indicator shows the battery level.
Battery status | Battery indicator |
Charging | Flashes green |
Full | Solid green for 30 seconds then switches off |
Battery status (when handle is not placed on charger)
When the toothbrush is awake, the battery indicator at the bottom of the handle shows the battery level.
Battery status | Battery indicator | Sound |
Full | Solid green | - |
Partially full | Flashes green | - |
Low | Flashes amber | The handle emits 3 beeps after brushing |
Empty | Flashes amber | The handle emits 2 sets of 5 beeps after brushing |
Note: To save energy, the battery indicator will switch off when not in use.
Note: When the battery is completely empty, the toothbrush switches off. Place the toothbrush on the charger to charge it.
Note: To keep the battery fully charged at all times, you may keep your toothbrush on the charger when not in use.
Toothbrush handle
Brush head
Charger
Travel case
Rinse with warm water and use a damp cloth to clean the travel case.
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.
Replace Philips Sonicare brush heads every 3 months to achieve optimal results. Only use Sonicare for Kids Compact or Standard replacement brush heads.
Locating the model number
Look on the bottom of the Philips Sonicare toothbrush handle for the model number HX123A.
This chapter summarizes the most common problems you could encounter with the appliance. If you are unable to solve the problem with the information below, visit www.philips.com/support for a list of frequently asked questions or contact the Consumer Care Center in your country.
Problem | Possible cause | Solution |
I cannot fully attach the brush head. There is a gap between the brush head and handle. | This is normal. A small gap is necessary to allow movement in order to deliver the vibrations needed to clean your teeth. | |
My Philips Sonicare toothbrush vibration is less powerful than before. | The brush head is too close to the body of the handle. | Remove the brush head from the handle and reset it on the metal shaft leaving small gap. (1-2 mm) |
The battery is low. | Charge the toothbrush handle on the charger. | |
I have charged my toothbrush, but it only works for a short time. | The toothbrush handle is not placed vertically on the charger, resulting in no charge. | Place handle vertically on charger base and make sure the charger is plugged in. |
The toothbrush stops working. | The battery is empty. | Charge the toothbrush handle on the charger. |
Removal of built-in rechargeable battery
The built-in rechargeable battery must be removed by a qualified professional when the product is discarded. Instructions for removal of built-in rechargeable batteries can be found on www.philips.com/support. Before removing the battery, make sure that the battery is completely empty.
Take any necessary safety precautions when you handle tools to open the appliance and when you dispose of the rechargeable battery. Be sure to protect your eyes, hands, fingers, and the surface on which you work.
When you handle batteries, make sure that your hands, the product and the batteries are dry.
To avoid accidental short-circuiting of batteries after removal, do not let battery terminals come into contact with metal objects (e.g. coins, hairpins, rings). Do not wrap batteries in aluminum foil. Tape battery terminals or put batteries in a plastic bag before you discard them. If batteries are damaged or leaking, avoid contact with the skin or eyes. If this occurs, immediately rinse well with water and seek medical care.
To remove the rechargeable battery, you need a towel or cloth, a hammer and a flat-head (standard) screwdriver. Observe basic safety precautions when you follow the procedure outlined below.
Note: Do not throw away the appliance 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.
Only use the product for its intended purpose. Read this information carefully before you use the product and its batteries and accessories, and save it for future reference. Misuse can lead to hazards or serious injuries.
MEDICAL WARNINGS
BATTERY SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Storage and transportation conditions
Temperature -10°C to +60°C (14°F to 140°F).
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
The following symbols may appear on the product:
![]() | This symbol means read the instructions for use, before using the appliance. |
![]() | This symbol means to use the indicated power supply. |
Intended use
Sonicare for Kids - Design a Pet Edition power toothbrushes are intended to remove adherent plaque and food debris from the teeth to reduce tooth decay and improve and maintain oral health. Sonicare for Kids - Design a Pet Edition power toothbrushes are intended for personal use. Use by children should be with adult supervision.
Here you can download full pdf version of manual, it may contain additional safety instructions, warranty information, FCC rules, etc.
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