Panasonic EW1513 User manual

Operating Instructions
(Household use) Rechargeable Oral Irrigator
Model No. EW1513
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Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product.
Beforeoperatingthisunit,pleasereadtheseinstructionscompletelyandsavethemforfutureuse.
Contents
Operating Instructions
(Household use) Rechargeable Oral Irrigator
Model No. EW1513
Safetyprecautions.................................6
Intended use.............................................9
Parts identication ..................................10
Charging.................................................10
How to use..............................................12
Points of care..........................................14
After use.................................................15
Wall mounting.........................................17
Frequently asked questions....................17
Troubleshooting......................................18
Battery life...............................................20
Removing the built-in rechargeable
battery.....................................................20
Specications .........................................21
Changing the nozzle (Sold separately)...21
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Warning
• Do not immerse the AC adaptor and charging stand in
water or clean them with water.
Doing so may cause electric shock or re due to a short
circuit.
• Always unplug the adaptor from a household outlet when
cleaning the AC adaptor and the charging stand.
Failure to do so may cause electric shock or injury.
• The supply cord cannot be replaced. If the cord is
damaged, the AC adaptor should be scrapped.
Failure to do so may cause an accident or injury.
• Oral irrigators can be used by children aged from 8
years and above and persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge under supervision.
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• Oral irrigators shall be used only with cold or warm water,
or specic solutions as dened in the manufacturer’s
instructions.
• Children shall not play with the appliance.
• Do not use anything other than the supplied AC adaptor
for any purpose. Also, do not use any other product with
the AC adaptor. (See page 10.)
Doing so may cause burn or re due to a short circuit.
• The following symbol indicates that a specic detachable
power supply unit is required for connecting the electrical
appliance to the supply mains. The type reference of
power supply unit is marked near the symbol.
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Safetyprecautions
To reduce the risk of injury, loss of life, electric shock,
re, and damage to property, always observe the
following safety precautions.
Explanationofsymbols
The following symbols are used to classify and describe
the level of hazard, injury, and property damage caused
when the denotation is disregarded and improper use is
performed.
DANGER Denotes a potential hazard
that will result in serious
injury or death.
WARNING
Denotes a potential hazard
that could result in serious
injury or death.
CAUTION Denotes a hazard that
could result in minor injury
or property damage.
The following symbols are used to classify and describe
types of instructions to be observed.
This symbol is used to alert users to a specic
operating procedure that must not be performed.
This symbol is used to alert users to a specic
operating procedure that must be followed in
order to operate the unit safely.
WARNING
Preventing accidents
Do not store within the reach of children or
infants.Donotletthemuseit.
- Doing so may cause an accident or injury due
to accidental ingestion of removable parts.
Powersupply
Do not connect or disconnect the adaptor or
the appliance plug to a household outlet with
awethand.
- Doing so may cause electric shock or injury.
Do not place the AC adaptor and the
chargingstandoverornearwaterlledsink
orbathtub.
Do not use when the AC adaptor is damaged
orwhenthettingintothehouseholdoutlet
isloose.
Donotdamage,modify,forcefullybend,pull,
twist,orbundlethecord.Also,donotplace
anythingheavyonorpinchthecord.
- Doing so may cause electric shock or re due
to a short circuit.
Donotuseinawayexceedingtheratingof
thehouseholdoutletorthewiring.
- Exceeding the rating by connecting too many
power plugs to one household outlet may
cause re due to overheating.
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WARNING
Alwaysensuretheapplianceisoperated
on an electric power source matched to the
ratedvoltageindicatedontheACadaptor.
Fullyinserttheadaptor.
-
Failure to do so may cause re or electric shock.
Incaseofanabnormalityormalfunction
Immediatelystopusingandremovethe
ACadaptorifthereisanabnormalityor
malfunction.
- Failure to do so may cause re, electric shock
or injury.
<Abnormalityormalfunctioncases>
• The main unit, adaptor, charging stand or
cordisdeformedorabnormallyhot.
• The main unit, adaptor, charging stand or
cordsmellsofburning.
•Thereisabnormalsoundduringuseor
charging of the main unit, adaptor, charging
standorcord.
- Immediately request inspection or repair at an
authorized service centre.
This product
Thisproducthasabuilt-inrechargeable
battery.Donotthrowintore,applyheat,or
charge, use, or leave in a high temperature
environment.
- Doing so may cause overheating, ignition, or
explosion of the built-in rechargeable battery.
Donotmodifyorrepair.
- Doing so may cause re, electric shock, or
injury.
→Contact an authorized service centre for repair
(battery change, etc.).
Neverdisassembleexceptwhendisposingof
theproduct.
- Doing so may cause re, electric shock, or injury.
Cleaning
Regularlycleanthepowerplugandthe
appliance plug to prevent dust from
accumulating.
- Failure to do so may cause re due to
insulation failure caused by humidity.
Disconnect the adaptor and wipe with a dry
cloth.
CAUTION
Preventing damage to teeth and gums
Peoplewhoareunabletooperateshouldnot
usethisappliance.
People with weak oral senses should not use
thisappliance.
-
Doing so may cause injury or damage to teeth and
gums.
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CAUTION
Peoplewhomayhaveperiodontaldisease,
haveteethbeingtreated,orconcernedabout
symptomswithintheirmouthshouldconsult
adentistbeforeuse.
- Failure to do so may cause injury or damage to
teeth and gums.
This product
Never use for a purpose other than oral
cleaning.
- Doing so may cause an accident or injury when
the stream of water is pointed toward the eyes,
nose, ears, tongue, or throat.
Donotllthetankwithwaterwarmerthan
40°C.
- Doing so may cause burns.
Donotsharenozzlewithyourfamilyorother
people.
- Doing so may cause infection or inammation.
Donotplaceametallicobjectsuchasacoin
oraclipontopofthechargingstand.
- Doing so may cause burns due to excessive
heat.
Note the following precautions
Donotallowmetalobjectsortrashtoadhere
to the charging plug, the power plug or the
applianceplug.
- Doing so may cause electric shock or re due
to a short circuit.
Donotdroporsubjecttoshock.
- Doing so may cause injury.
Do not wrap the cord around the adaptor or
thechargingstandwhenstoring.
- Doing so may cause the wire in the cord to
break with the load, and may cause re due to
a short circuit.
Disconnect the adaptor from the household
outletwhennotcharging.
- Failure to do so may cause electric shock or
re due to electrical leakage resulting from
insulation deterioration.
Disconnect the adaptor or the appliance plug
byholdingontoitinsteadofthecord.
- Failure to do so may cause electric shock or
re due to a short circuit.
After use, clean the main unit and the nozzle
anddrythem.(See pages 15and16.)
- Failure to do so may cause damage to your
health due to propagation of mold and bacteria.
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Ifthebatteryuidleaksoutandcomesincontact
withtheeyes,donotrubtheeyes,andthoroughly
rinsewithcleanwater,suchastapwater.
- Failure to do so may cause eye injury.
Consult a physician immediately.
CAUTION
Ifthebatteryuidleaksoutandcomesincontact
withtheskinorclothes,rinseo󰀨withcleanwater,
suchastapwater.
- Failure to do so may cause inammation.
Intended use
• When you rst begin using the oral irrigator, you may experience
slight bleeding of the gums even though your gums may be
healthy. This is because your gums are receiving stimulation by
the oral irrigator for the rst time. The bleeding should stop after
one or two weeks of use. Bleeding that persists for more than
two weeks may be indication of an abnormal condition of your
gums, such as periodontal disease. In this case, stop using the
oral irrigator and consult your dentist.
• Do not put salt, mouthwash or other chemicals into the water
tank. Doing so may cause malfunction.
• Do not dry the main unit with a dryer or a fan heater.
Doing so may cause malfunction or deformation of the parts.
• Store the appliance in a place with low humidity after use.
Leaving the appliance in a bathroom may cause malfunction.
• Charge the appliance correctly according to these Operating
Instructions. (See pages 10 and 11 "Charging".)
• This appliance contains battery that is only replaceable by
skilled persons. Please contact an authorized service centre for
the details of repair.
Handlingoftheremovedbatterywhendisposing
DANGER
Therechargeablebatteryisexclusivelyforuse
withthisappliance.Donotusethebatterywith
otherproducts.
Donotchargethebatteryafterithasbeen
removedfromtheproduct.
Donotthrowintoreorapplyheat.
Donothit,disassemble,modify,orpuncture
withanail.
Do not let the positive and negative terminals
ofthebatterygetincontactwitheachother
throughmetallicobjects.
Donotcarryorstorethebatterytogether
withmetallicjewellerysuchasnecklacesand
hairpins.
Donotuseorleavethebatterywhereitwillbe
exposed to high temperatures, such as under
directsunlightornearothersourcesofheat.
Neverpeelo󰀨thetube.
- Doing so may cause overheating, ignition, or
explosion.
WARNING
Afterremovingtherechargeablebattery,donot
keepitwithinreachofchildrenandinfants.
- The battery will harm the body if accidentally
swallowed.
If this happens, consult a physician immediately.
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AMain unit
aPower switch ( )
bLevel switch
c
Water pressure level LED
indicator (1~5 levels)
d
Low battery indicator (blue)
e
Charge status indicator (red)
fNozzle release button
gWater tank (inside)
hWater tank cap
iSuction hose
jFilter
k
Bottom cover release button
lBottom cover
BACadaptor(RE7-87)
mAdaptor
nPower plug
oCord
pAppliance plug
CChargingstand(RC8-4)
qCharging plug
rNozzle stand
sWall-mounting screw
holes
• The charger can be
mounted on a wall using
two wood screws.
tStand socket
D Nozzle(forgeneraluse)
EOrthodontic nozzle
•
The nozzle is a consumable.
uNozzle
vNozzle Handle
wIdentication ring
xNozzle insertion port
Accessory
F2 screws
b
c
a
h
g
f
i
jkl
t
q
s
w
v
u
x
m
o
p
n
r
e
d
A B C
D E
F
Partsidentication
Charging
1ConnecttheACadaptor.
a
Insert the appliance plug rmly to the stand
socket.
b
Press the cord into either the left or right groove,
depending on where it will be placed.
• Place the charging stand on a at and stable
surface.
c
Insert the adaptor into a household outlet.
c
b
a
Stand socket Charging stand (bottom)
Groove
Note
There may be moisture inside the main unit (water tank
and suction hose) left from the distilled water used for
product testing.
Front Back
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Aboutthechargingtime
• Charging is required when the
low battery indicator (blue)
ashes.
• Turning o󰀨 the power switch
"" when the battery has little
remaining charge, the low
battery indicator will light o󰀨 after
5 seconds.
Low battery
（Flashing ）
2Insert the main unit straight into
the charging plug with the front
facingoutward.
Indicatordisplayduringcharging
Charging
in
progress
Charging
complete
Charging
abnormal
(Flashing in red
twice a second)
（Lights on Lights o󰀨 ）（Flashing ）
How to check if charging is completed
• After charging is completed, if you connect and
then disconnect the main unit to and from the
charging stand, (the charge status indicator)
lights on and then lights o󰀨 after 5 seconds.
3Forsafetyandenergysaving,
disconnectthepowerplug.
• Charging the battery for more than 1 hour will
not cause any damage to the main unit.
Operating time after a full charge
Approx.10minutes*
(When the water pressure level is set to 5)
* It varies with the ambient temperature and usage
conditions.
• Charging is completed after approx. 1 hour.
(The charging time may vary with the remaining
battery capacity.)
Notes
• The charging time may di󰀨er when the appliance is
used for the rst time, or if it has not been used for
more than 6 months.
In addition, (the charge status indicator) may not
light on in the rst several minutes of charging, but it
will light on as the charging proceeds.
• The battery will deteriorate if not used for over 6
months, so make sure to perform a full charge at
least once every 6 months.
• The recommended ambient temperature for charging
is 10 °C - 35 °C. It may take longer to charge, or
will ash rapidly and the battery may fail to charge
properly in extremely high or low temperatures.
• To keep charging the battery will not a󰀨ect battery
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How to use
1Fillthewatertankwithwater.
a
Open the water supply cover.
b
Add water while keeping the
main unit level.
• Do not ll beyond the full-water
position.
a
Full-water position
b
c
Close the water supply cover
securely.
• Always use new tap water or
lukewarm water.
• If the water feels cold, use
lukewarm water with a
temperature of 40 °C or less.
c
Ifthewatersupplycover
comeso󰀨
aAlign the washer of the
water supply cover with the
water supply port.
bPress in until a "click" is
heard.
Water supply port
Washer
a
b
Press in rmly
until a "click" is
heard.
2Installthenozzle.
• Choose a nozzle for your
purpose. (See page 14.)
3Press the level switch, and
select the water pressure
level.
• When you press the level
switch, the water pressure
level that was used last time is
selected. Then each time you
press the level switch,
the water pressure level is
switched as follows: 1 (weak)
→ 2 → 3 → 4 → 5 (strong) →
1…
水圧レベル
3 の場合
strong
(water pressure level 5)
weak
(water pressure level 1)
Aboutthewaterpressurelevelmemory
function.Thelastselectedwaterpressure
levelwillberemembered,fromwhichthe
appliancewillstartnexttime.
• When the appliance has not been used for a long
time or when the battery is used up, the water
pressure level will return to 1.
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4Cleaninsideyourmouthwith
waterjet.
a
Place the nozzle in your
mouth.
b
Close your mouth gently.
c
Turn on the power switch " ".
•
You can switch the water
pressure level by pressing the
level switch, even while using
the appliance.
• If the main unit is tilted too
much, the water does not
come out from the nozzle.
Operation time with full water
approx.60seconds.
(When the water pressure level is set to 5)
Toadjusttheorientationofthe
nozzle
You can adjust the direction of
water jet by rotating the nozzle
handle.
Keepyourface
overthebasin.
Place the main
unitupright.
Point 2
Point 1
※It can also be used in a bath.
Notes
• When using the appliance for the rst time, please
press the power switch " " and check the water
pressure level while water is coming out. (Please start
using the appliance from water pressure level.)
•
The appliance may not operate in an ambient temperature
approximately 5 °C or lower.
The appliance may not work outside the recommended
temperature range.
• Do not push the tip of the nozzle too hard against the
teeth or gums.
• When you feel that the irritation is strong, turn o󰀨 the
power switch " " and use the appliance from water
pressure level 1.
• Do not turn on the power switch " " when the water
tank is empty unless you are drying the moisture inside
the main unit. (Doing so may cause malfunction.)
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Points of care
With the water jet and orthodontic nozzle, clean every
nook and cranny of areas that are hard to reach by the
toothbrush.
Change the way you use and move the unit depending
on the purpose and the area you want to clean.
Nozzle(forgeneraluse)
Tocleanwiththewaterjet.
Interdental cleaning
• Direct the water jet onto the space
between the teeth.
• Direct from the front and rear sides
of the teeth.
Periodontal pocket cleaning
• Aim the water jet at the space
between teeth and gums.
• Slowly shift the water jet along the
gums.
• Clean the front and back of the teeth
and behind the molars as well.
Gums care
• Stimulate the gums.
If you are concerned about sensitive gums, stimulate
with a gentle water jet setting.
Orthodontic nozzle
When cleaning crooked teeth and orthodontic bracket
area with the brush and water ow
Lightlyplacethebrushtipontheteethandwiggle
thebrush.
For crooked teeth
• Place the brush tip on the area that
is di󰀩cult for a toothbrush to reach
and tends to remain unpolished.
• Wiggle the brush mainly in
interdental spaces.
For orthodontic bracket area
Nozzle
(for general use)
Orthodontic nozzle
• Insert the brush to the
gap between the teeth
and the orthodontic
bracket.
• Wiggle the brush tip.
• Direct the water jet
around orthodontic
brackets and bridges.
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After use
Pleasecleantheapplianceaftereachuse.
1To prevent the water from
splashingabout,turno󰀨the
power switch
" " while keeping
thenozzleinyourmouth.
press
2Pour out the remaining water,
andwashthenozzlewithwater.
a
Open the water tank cap, and
pour out the remaining water.
• Be sure to pour out the
remaining water after each
use.
b
Turn on the power switch " " to
drain the remaining water in the
main unit.
c
Turn o󰀨 the power switch " "
when no more water comes out.
d
Remove the nozzle and bottom
cover.
Wash them with water.
3Removethebottomcover,
and
wash the main unit (asawhole)
andinsideofthetank.
Howtoremovethebottom
cover Bottom cover
release button
Pull out the nozzle
while pressing the
button
Lift it up while
pressing.
Nozzle release
button
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4Storeitafteritisdry.
a
Wipe any water away from the
nozzle and the main unit with a
towel or the like, and dry them
in a well-ventilated shade.
b
Put the main unit upright on the
charging stand.
・
Attach the bottom cover, and
put the main unit upright on the
charging stand.
Howtoattachthebottom
cover
a
Insert the claws (2 places) on
the front of the bottom cover
into the main unit.
b
Press in the hooks (2 places) on
the back.
ⓐ
ⓑ
Notes
• Do not wash with lukewarm water exceeding 50 °C.
• Use neutral kitchen detergent and rinse well with
water to ensure no detergent remains after cleaning.
• Never use thinners, benzine, or alcohol.
(Doing so may cause malfunction, or cracking or
discolouration of the parts.)
Iftheidenticationringcomeso󰀨
Align the nozzle with the identication
ring (in any direction) to install it.
• Even if the identication ring is not
attached, the performance of the
nozzle is not a󰀨ected.
Whenthewaterjetispoor
Remove the dirt from the lter (the tip of the suction
hose).
Filter
Rub it gently with a soft brush.
When dirt is a concern
Wipe with a dry cloth.
(Do not rinse it with water.)
Charging stand AC adaptor
Filter
Suction
hose
Brush
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Wall mounting
Be sure to choose a solid wall or a crosspiece to
installthechargingstand.
<Howtoinstall>
a
Tighten two wood screws
(nominaldiameter:2.7
-3.1mm)atintervalsof
29 mm so that the screw
headcanoatabout3.0
mmfromthewall.
b
Hookthewall-mounting
screwholesontheback
of the charging stand on
thescrews,andxthem.
Approx.
3.0 mm Wall-mounting screw holes
29 mm
<Howtoremove>
a
Liftthechargingstand.
b
Pull it forward. ⓐ
ⓑ
Frequentlyaskedquestions
Quesiton Answer
Battery
Will the battery
be exhausted
after a long
period of disuse?
▶
Please charge it once every 6
months if you have not used
it for over 6 months since the
battery may deteriorate.
Can the battery
be charged
before every
use?
▶
The service life of the battery
will not be a󰀨ected thanks to
the use of a lithium ion battery.
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Troubleshooting
Problem Possiblecause Action
While charging
The charge status
indicator does not
light on.
▶The appliance was just
purchased or it has not been
used for a while. ▶
Although the indicator may not light on in the rst
several minutes of charging, it will light on as the
charging proceeds. If it does not light on after a
while, please request a repair at your dealer or
Service Centre.
▶The main unit is not properly
plugged in the charging
stand. ▶
Check to see that the main unit stands upright so
that its bottom comes in contact with the charging
plug of the charging stand, and that the charge
status indicator is on. (See page 11.)
The charge status
indicator ashes
rapidly (twice a
second).
▶
▶The ambient temperature is
too low or too high during
charging. ▶
Please charge within the recommended
temperature range of 10 °C to 35 °C.
If the indicator ashes even when you charge
it within the recommended temperature range,
contact your dealer or Service Centre for repair.
The appliance can
be used for just
several minutes
even after a full
charge.
▶The main unit is not properly
plugged in the charging
stand. ▶
Check to see that the main unit stands upright so
that its bottom comes in contact with the charging
plug of the charging stand, and that the charge
status indicator is on. (See page 11.)
▶
The battery has reached
the end of its life (approx. 3
years). ▶Replace it with a new one. (See page 20.)
Please contact your dealer or Service Centre.
The low battery
indicator does
not ash, but the
appliance stops
working.
▶
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Problem Possiblecause Action
While using
The appliance
does not operate.
▶The battery has reached
the end of its life (approx.3
years). ▶Please remove the built-in rechargeable battery.
(See page 20.)
Please contact your dealer or Service Centre.
▶The appliance is used with
approximately 5 °C or lower. ▶Do not use the appliance with approximately 5 °C
or lower.
The water jet is
poor.
▶The nozzle is clogged. The
outlet of nozzle is squashed. ▶Replace the nozzle with a new one.
▶The lter is clogged. ▶Remove the dirt from the lter.
(See page 16.)
No water comes
out. ▶
The main unit is tilted too
much. ▶Please use the appliance with the main unit
upright. (See page 13.)
It may take some time to suck
up water. ▶
Put water into the nozzle port a, install the nozzle,
and turn on the power switch.
a
Water leaks from
the bottom cover. ▶Dirt is accumulated on the
rubber part of the bottom
cover. ▶Please remove the dirt.
(See page 16.)
The nozzle is hard
to install. ▶ ▶ ▶ ▶ ▶ ▶ Apply water to the nozzle insertion port.
If the problems still cannot be solved, contact the store where you purchased the unit or a service centre authorized
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Bottom
Top
a
e
b
c
d
Removingthebuilt-inrechargeablebattery
Batterylife
Approximately 3 years. The battery may have reached
its operating life if the usage frequency decreases
drastically, even after a full charge.
(The operating life of the battery may di󰀨er depending
on usage or storage conditions.)
Removethebuilt-inrechargeablebatterybefore
disposingoftheappliance.
The battery is to be disposed of safely.
Please make sure that the battery is disposed of at an
o󰀩cially designated location if there is one.
This gure must only be used when disposing of the
appliance, and must not be used to repair it. If you dismantle
the appliance yourself, it will no longer be waterproof, which
may cause it to malfunction.
• Remove the appliance form the charging stand
and adaptor, press the power switch to turn on the
power and then keep the power on until the battery is
completely discharged.
• Remove the bottom cover.
• Perform steps ato eto disassemble the main unit
and remove the battery with a screwdriver.
• Insulate the ⊕and ⊖terminals by applying tape to
them. (To prevent short circuit of terminals).
Forenvironmentalprotectionandrecyclingof
materials
This appliance contains a Lithium-ion battery.
Please make sure that the battery is disposed of at
an o󰀩cially assigned location, if there is one in your
country.
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