Philips Battery sonic toothbrush HX3351/02 HX3351/02 Data Sheet

going to be used for a month or longer. 
If this product is to be used in clinical trials, use 

new alkaline batteries.
Batteries need to be replaced at least every  

6 weeks during a clinical trial.

 1 

 Align the front of the brush head with the 

front of the toothbrush handle.  (Fig. 6)

 2 

 Screw the brush head nut clockwise until 

it’s firmly tightened. If the brush head rattles 

during use, tighten the nut further (Fig. 7).
Using the appliance
Useful tips 

 

, Place the brush head in your mouth before 

turning on your Sonicare, and be sure it is 

turned off before removing it from your 

mouth, otherwise toothpaste may splatter.

 

, You may experience a slight tickling or 

tingling sensation when using an electronic 

toothbrush such as Sonicare for the first 

time. As you become accustomed to brushing 

with Sonicare, this sensitivity will diminish.
Brushing technique

Follow these simple steps to maximize your 

brushing experience:

 1 

 Before turning on, place the bristles of the 

brush head on your gumline at a 45-degree 

angle (Fig. 8).

 2 

 Hold the handle with a light grip, turn on, 

and gently move the bristles in a small 

circular motion so the longer bristles reach 

between your teeth. After a few seconds 

glide the bristles to the next section. 

Continue this routine throughout your 

2-minute brushing cycle.

 3 

 To maximize effectiveness, apply only light 

pressure and let the toothbrush do the 

brushing for you. Do not scrub.

 4 

 To make sure you brush evenly throughout 

the mouth, divide your mouth into 4 

sections: outside top, inside top, outside 

bottom and inside bottom teeth. Begin 

brushing in section 1 (outside top teeth) and 

brush for  

30 seconds before moving to section 2 (inside 

top teeth). Continue brushing each of the 

other two sections for 30 seconds each until 

you’ve brushed for 2 minutes (Fig. 9).

 5 

 After having completed the 2-minute 

brushing cycle, additional time can be spent 

brushing the chewing surfaces of your 

teeth (Fig. 10).

 6 

 Press the power button to turn the 

toothbrush on and off as needed.

 

, You may also brush your tongue, with the 

toothbrush turned on or off, as you prefer. 
Tips for specific oral care needs

 

, Stain removal

In areas where staining occurs, spend extra 

brushing time to assist with stain removal.

 

, Braces (Fig. 8)

The brush should be placed at a 45-degree 

angle between your brackets and gumline. While 

applying light pressure, gently move the bristles 

in a small circular motion so that the long bristles 

reach between your teeth for 2 seconds. Then 

gently turn (roll) the brush handle so the bristles 

clean the bracket and the rest of the tooth 

before you move the bristles to the next tooth. 

Continue this until you have brushed all of your 

teeth. Please note that brush heads will wear out 

sooner when used on braces.

 

, Dental restorations (dental work)

Use Sonicare on dental restorations (such as 

implants, caps, crowns, bridges and fillings) as you 

would on your normal tooth surfaces. Work the 

bristles around all areas of the restoration for 

thorough cleaning.

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, All Sonicare models come with the 

Smartimer feature, which automatically 

sets the brushing time to the 2 minutes 

recommended by dental professionals. 

 

, After 2 minutes, the Smartimer will 

automatically turn your Sonicare off.

 

, If you wish to pause or stop brushing during 

your 2-minute cycle, press the power button. 

Press the power button again and the 

Smartimer will pick up where you left off.

By following these simple steps, you should get 

years of worry-free brushing:

 1 

 Rinse the brush head and bristles after each 

use. Let the brush head air-dry only.

 2 

 Clean the brush head at least once a week, 

including under the nut.

 3 

 Remove the nut by gently pressing on the 

rubber seal (Fig. 11).

Avoid using sharp objects to press on the seal as 

this may cause damage.

 4 

 To reattach the nut, slip the nut over the 

brush head shaft and pull it down until it 

clicks back on (Fig. 11).

 5 

 Clean the handle periodically with mild soap 

and a moist cloth. 

NOTE: Brush heads and the appliance should 

never be placed in the dishwasher.

If the toothbrush is not going to be used for an 

extended period of time (a month or longer), the 

batteries should be removed, the appliance should 

be cleaned and stored in a cool and dry area.

Sonicare brush heads should be replaced every  

3 months to achieve optimal results.

Use only Sonicare e-series replacement brush 

heads with the e3000 model.

 

, This symbol represents Philips’ 

recommendation to recycle your used  

AA alkaline batteries (Fig. 12).
Warranties
Warranty restrictions

What is not covered under warranty:

 - Brush heads

 - Damage caused by misuse, abuse, neglect or 

alterations

 - Normal wear and tear, including chips, 

scratches, abrasions, discoloration or fading

 - Replacement batteries

PHILIPS WARRANTS ITS PRODUCTS 

FOR TWO YEARS AFTER THE DATE OF 

PURCHASE. DEFECTS DUE TO FAUTLY 

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 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). 

THE WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER 

PRODUCT AND/OR PRODUCT PARTS THAT 

ARE SUBJECT TO WEAR AND THAT CAN BE 

CONSIDERED AS CONSUMABLE PARTS BY 

THEIR NATURE OR THAT ARE MADE OF GLASS.

THE WARRANTY IS NOT VALID IF A 

DEFECT IS DUE TO DAMAGE CAUSED BY 

INCORRECT USE, POOR MAINTENANCE 

(E.G. PART BLOCKED BY SCALE) OR 

IF ALTERATIONS OR REPAIRS HAVE 

BEEN CARRIED OUT BY PERSONS NOT 

AUTHORIZED BY PHILIPS DAP.

IN NO EVENT SHALL PHILIPS ORAL 

HEALTHCARE, INC. 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, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR 

EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.