Waterpik Technologies WP-450 User manual

Waterpik® Water Flosser
Model WP-450/462
Waterpik® Munddusche
Modell WP-450/462
Hydropulseur Waterpik®
Modèle WP-450/462
Idropulsore Waterpik®
Modello WP-450/462
Waterpik® Water Flosser
Model WP-450/462
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DATE: 10.17.14
CLIENT: WATERPIK
FILENAME: 20019158-FAA_WP462E1_IM_rdF2.indd
DESCRIPTION: WP 462E1 Instruction Manual
LANGUAGES: 5 (Eng/Ger/Fr/Ital/Dutch)
FILE TYPE: Adobe InDesign CC
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CLIENT ROUND: Rd F 2
SCALE: 100%
UPC: N/A
SIZE: Flat: 14.0" x 4.5"; Folded: 7.0" x 4.5"
FORM NUMBER: 20019158-F AA
INK: Process Black
NOTES:
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Safeguards 3
Product Description 5
Getting Started 7
Cleaning and Troubleshooting Your Waterpik® Water Flosser 10
Limited Two-Year Warranty 11
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical products, especially when children are present,
basic safety precautions should always be followed, including
the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
DANGER:
To reduce the risk of electrocution:
• Do not handle charger with wet hands.
• Do not place in or drop into water or other liquid.
• Do not use while bathing.
• Do not place or store product where it can fall or be pulled into a tub
or sink.
• Do not reach for a product that has fallen into water. Unplug immediately.
• Check the charger cord for damage before the first use and during
the life of the product.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of burns, electrocution, fire, or
injury to persons:
• Do not plug this device into a voltage system that is different from the
voltage system specified on the device or charger.
• Do not use this product if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not
working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped
into water. Contact Waterpik International, Inc. or your local distributor
which can be found at www.waterpik.com/intl.
• Do not direct water under the tongue, into the ear, nose or other
delicate areas. This product is capable of producing pressures
that may cause serious damage in these areas.
• Use this product only as indicated in these instructions or as
recommended by your dental professional.
• Only use tips and accessories that are recommended by Water Pik, Inc.
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• Do not drop or insert any foreign object into any opening on the product.
• Keep charging unit and cord away from heated surfaces.
• Do not use this product outdoors or operate where aerosol (spray)
products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.
• Do not use iodine, bleach, or water insoluble concentrated essential
oils in this product. Use of these can reduce product performance and
will shorten the life of the product.
• Remove any oral jewelry prior to use of this product.
• Do not use if you have an open wound on your tongue or in your mouth.
• If your physician advised you to receive antibiotic premedication before
dental procedures, you should consult your dentist before using this
instrument or any other oral hygiene aid.
•
Closely instruct and supervise children 8
years and above and individuals with special
needs in the proper use of this product.
•
Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
•
There are no consumer serviceable parts
in this appliance and it does not require
maintenance.
•
Fill reservoir with warm water or other dental
professional recommended solution only.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Tip Rotator
Charger Inlet
Flip Top
Water Inlet
Reservoir
Tip Eject
Button
Tip
Power Handle
Pressure
Control
Power Switch
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NOTE: All tips not included in all models.
Replacement tips/attachments may be purchased from your local distributor, which can be found at www.waterpik.com/intl.
Classic Jet Tip BEST FOR
Tongue Cleaner BEST FOR
General Use
Fresher Breath
Replace Every 6 Months
Plaque Seeker
®
Tip BEST FOR
Toothbrush Tip BEST FOR
Implants
Crowns
Bridges
General Use
BEST FOROrthodontic Tip
General Use
General Use
Braces
BEST FORPik Pocket
TM
Tip
Periodontal Pockets
Furcations
Replace Every 3 Months
Charger
Waterpik®p/n 20015748 (White)
Waterpik®p/n 20019091 (Black)
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Inserting and Removing Tips
Insert tip into the center of the knob at the top of the
Water Flosser handle. The colored ring will be flush
with the end of the knob if the tip is correctly locked
into place.
To remove the tip from the handle, press the tip eject
button and pull tip from the handle.
Adjusting the Pressure Setting
You can adjust the pressure setting on your Water Flosser
by simply sliding the pressure switch on the handle.
GETTING STARTED
Important! Turn Water Flosser off and charge for 24
hours before first use. Plug the cord into any standard electrical
outlet. Make sure you push the switch into the OFF (0) position before
charging. The unit will not charge if the switch is in the ON (I) position. See
“Cleaning and Troubleshooting Your Waterpik
®
Water Flosser” for guidance
on how to look after your battery. The Waterpik
®
Water Flosser will stay
charged for up to 2 weeks depending on use.
Filling the Reservoir
Disconnect charging cord from the unit prior to filling the reservoir and product
use. Lift flip top on reservoir and fill the reservoir with lukewarm water.
Tip
Eject
Button
Pressure
Setting
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Recommended Technique
Lean low over sink and place the tip in mouth. Aim the tip toward teeth, and
turn the unit ON (I).
For best results, start with the back teeth and work toward the front teeth.
Glide tip along gumline and pause briefly between teeth. Continue until you
have cleaned the inside and outside of both the upper and lower teeth.
Direct the jet stream at a 90-degree angle to your gumline. Slightly close
lips to avoid splashing but allow water to flow freely from mouth into the
sink. Keep unit upright during use for best results.
When Finished
Turn the unit OFF (0). Empty
any liquid left in the reservoir.
If desired, the reservoir may
be removed from the power
handle by pulling the reservoir
release latch while sliding the
reservoir down towards the
base of the unit.
To replace the reservoir on the power handle, simply slide it up towards
the top of the unit. The reservoir will snap into place when fully engaged.
1.
2.
Reservoir
Release Latch
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TIP USAGE
Pik PocketTM Tip
The Pik PocketTM tip is specifically designed to
deliver water or anti-bacterial solutions deep
into periodontal pockets.
To use the Pik PocketTM tip, set the unit to the
lowest pressure setting. Place the soft tip
against a tooth at a 45-degree angle and gently
place the tip under the gumline, into the pocket.
Turn the unit on and continue tracing along the gumline.
Tongue Cleaner Tip
To use the tongue cleaner tip, set to lowest pressure
setting, place tip in the center/middle of your tongue about
half way back and start the Water Flosser. Pull forward with
light pressure. Increase pressure as you prefer.
Orthodontic Tip
To use the orthodontic tip, gently glide tip along
gumline, pausing briefly to lightly brush area
between teeth and all around orthodontic bracket,
before proceeding to the next tooth.
Toothbrush Tip
Place the toothbrush tip in mouth with
the brush head on the tooth at the
gumline. The toothbrush tip can be
used with or without toothpaste. Turn the Water Flosser on so the water flows
through the tip. Using a light pressure (bristles should not bend) massage
the brush back and forth with very short strokes-much like you would with a
manual toothbrush.
Plaque Seeker® Tip
To use the Plaque Seeker®tip,
place the tip close to the teeth so
that the bristles are gently touching
the teeth. Gently glide tip along gumline, pausing briefly between teeth to
gently brush and allow the water to flow between the teeth.
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CLEANING AND TROUBLESHOOTING YOUR WATERPIK® WATER FLOSSER
Using Mouthwash and Other Solutions
Your Waterpik®Water Flosser can be used to deliver mouthwash and
antibacterial solutions. After using any special solution, rinse unit to
prevent clogging by partially filling reservoir with warm water and running
unit with tip pointed into sink until unit is empty.
Cleaning
Never immerse unit in water. Before cleaning, unplug from the electrical
outlet. Clean the product when necessary by using a soft cloth and mild
non-abrasive cleanser to wipe exterior.
The water reservoir is removable for easy cleaning and is top rack
dishwasher safe. It is recommended that the reservoir is removed and
cleaned weekly.
Removing Hard Water Deposits
Add 1 tablespoon of white vinegar to a full reservoir of warm water. Point
the handle and tip into sink. Turn unit ON (I) and run until reservoir is
empty. Rinse by repeating with a full reservoir of clean warm water.
Battery Care and Disposal
The unit will not charge if the switch is in the ON (I) position. If you use
your Water Flosser once a day or less, it is recommended you charge it
overnight, once a week. If you use it twice a day or more, charge the unit
more frequently. Do not run the batteries down completely as this may
shorten the lifespan of the batteries and will require charging the unit for
24 hours to obtain a full charge.
If the Water Flosser is to be stored for an extended period of time (six
months or more), be sure to fully charge it prior to storage. The unit
contains a Nickel Metal Hydride battery. At the end of the battery life,
please recycle the unit at your nearest recycle center per local or state
requirements. The battery is not replaceable.
Service Maintenance
Waterpik
®
Water Flossers have no consumer-serviceable electrical items and
do not require routine service maintenance. For all your service needs go to
www.waterpik.com/intl to find your local distributor. Please do not ship product
to Waterpik International, Inc. offices, this will delay service.
Some replacement parts and accessories for the Water Flosser are also available
from your local distributor which can be found at www.waterpik.com/intl.
Refer to the serial and model numbers in all correspondence. These numbers
are located on the back of the handle and bottom of the reservoir respectively.
Still have questions? Go to www.waterpik.com/intl to find your local distributor.
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