Waterpik WF-09 User manual

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Waterpik®
Water Flosser
Model WF-09
Hydropulseur
WaterpikMD
Modèle WF-09
www.waterpik.com
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING.
• This product is for household use.
When using electrical products, especially when
children are present, basic safety precautions
should always be followed, including the
following:
DANGER:
To reduce the risk of
electrocution:
• Do not handle plug 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 power supply cord for damage
before the rst use and during the life of
the product.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of burns,
electrocution, ire, or injury
to persons:
• Do not plug this device into a voltage system
that is dierent from the voltage system
specied on the device or charger. Use with
improper voltage will damage product
and VOID warranty.
• If product is opened/disassembled for ANY
reason, warranty is VOID.
• 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 Water Pik, Inc. or visit
www.waterpik.com
• The supply cord cannot be replaced.
If the cord is damaged, the appliance should
be scrapped.
• 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.
• Do not direct water into the nose or ear.
The potentially deadly amoeba,
Naegleria fowleri, may be present in some
tap water or unchlorinated well water and
may be fatal if directed into these areas.
• Use this product only as indicated in these
instructions or as recommended by your
dental professional.
• Only use tips and accessories recommended
by Water Pik, Inc.

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• Do not drop or insert any foreign object into
any opening or hose.
• Keep electrical cord away from
heated surfaces.
• Do not use outdoors or operate where aerosol
(spray) products are being used or where
oxygen is being administered.
• Do not use iodine or water insoluble
concentrated essential oils in this product.
Use of these can reduce performance and will
shorten the life of the product. Use of these
products may void warranty.
• Fill reservoir with water or other dental
professional recommended solution only.
• 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 or cardiologist has advised
you to receive antibiotic premedication before
dental procedures, you should consult your
dentist before using this instrument or any
other oral hygiene aid.
• If the Pik Pocket™ tip (not included in all
models) separates from the sha for any
reason, discard tip and sha and replace
with new Pik Pocket™ tip (PP-100E).
• Do not use this product for more than
5 minutes in each two-hour period.
• Unit will shut o automatically aer
5 minutes of continuous usage.
• This appliance is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or
lack of experience and knowledge, unless they
have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety. Children should
be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.
• This product does not contain any user
serviceable parts. Do not attempt to open
except for battery disposal. See “Battery
Removal” section.
• Using abrasive or chemical cleaners may
damage the plastic housing of this product.
• IMPORTANT This device uses wireless
communication to control the ON/OFF
function of the water osser pump motor
from the water osser handle. This device
was designed for Home use. To avoid
electromagnetic interference, do not operate
this device in restricted locations such as
aircras or specially marked areas
in hospitals.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Product Description
Getting Started
Cleaning and Troubleshooting Your Waterpik® Water Flosser
Limited Three Year Warranty
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Sensitive
Clean
Mode
1. Reservoir Lid
2. Reservoir
3. Mode indicator lights
4. Pressure control dial
5. Magnetic handle cradle
6. Tip eject button
7. Power ON/OFF button
8. Clean/Sensitive mode
selection button
9. Handle
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NOT ALL TIPS INCLUDED IN ALL MODELS
TIPS
A. Orthodontic Tip*
- Braces/General use
B. Pik Pocket™Tip*
- Periodontal pockets/Furcations
C. Plaque Seeker™Tip*
- Implants/Crowns/Bridges/
Retainers/General use
D. Classic Jet Tip**
- General use
E. Implant Denture Tip**
- Fixed implant bridges
F. Tongue Cleaner**
- Fresher breath
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D
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*Replace Every 3 months **Replace Every 6 months
Replacement accessories may be purchased online
at www.waterpik.com, or by phone from Water Pik,
Inc. at 1-800-525-2774 (USA) or 1-888-226-3042
(Canada). To nd detailed information about tips,
other accessories, and product usage please visit our
website at www.waterpik.com.

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GETTING STARTED
Powering the Unit
Fill
Plug the cord into an electrical outlet. If the outlet is controlled by a wall switch, be
sure it is turned on.
Preparing the Reservoir
Li the reservoir lid, remove the reservoir, and ll with lukewarm water. Replace the
reservoir over the base and press down rmly and, close the lid.
Inserting and Removing Tips
Insert tip into the center of the Water Flosser handle, pressing down rmly until the
Insert
Eject
Power and
Water ON
Mode
Mode
Mode
tip clicks into place. The colored ring will be ush with the top of the handle if the tip
is correctly locked into place. To remove tip from the handle push the tip eject button
on the handle.
Prime Unit (First Time Use Only)
Set pressure control dial on base to pressure setting No.10, point the handle and tip
into sink. Turn power ON and wait until water ows from the tip. Turn power OFF.
Adjusting the Pressure Setting
Turn the pressure control dial on the base of the unit to the lowest setting for rst-
Low
time use. Gradually increase pressure over time to the setting you prefer
– or as instructed by your dental professional.
Using the Water Flosser
Always place the tip in your mouth before turning the power ON.
Lean over sink and slightly close lips. Turn power ON. Allow water to ow
from your mouth into the sink.
For best results, start with back teeth and work toward the front teeth. Direct
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the stream at a 90-degree angle to your gumline with tip in mouth. Glide tip along
gumline and pause briey between teeth. Continue until you have cleaned the inside
and outside of both the upper and lower teeth.
Clean Mode
When the power is initially turned on, the Clean mode indicator light will turn on and
remain on for approximately 30 seconds before turning o.
Sensitive Mode
Designed to quickly adjust pressure for those sensitive areas of your mouth without
having to reach to the base. When sensitive mode is activated, the water osser will
automatically reduce the pressure. For best results, use the clean mode and set the
unit to the pressure setting for you and then as you move to sensitive areas simply
hit the mode button for sensitive mode and then hit the mode button again aer you
pass the sensitive area, to go back to clean mode.

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When Finished
Turn the power OFF. Empty any liquid le in the reservoir. Unplug the unit.
Note: If you used mouthwash or other solution besides water, see “Using
Mouthwash and Other Solutions”section.
NOTE: NOT ALL TIPS INCLUDED WITH ALL MODELS.
TIP USAGE
Pik Pocket™ Tip
The Pik Pocket™ tip is specically designed to deliver water or anti-bacterial
solutions deep into periodontal pockets.
To use the Pik Pocket™ tip, set the unit to the lowest pressure setting. Place
the so tip against a tooth at a 45-degree angle and gently place the tip under the
gumline, into the pocket.
Tongue Cleaner Tip
Set to lowest pressure setting, place tip in the center/middle of your tongue about
half way back. Pull forward with light pressure. Increase pressure as you prefer.
Orthodontic Tip
To use the Orthodontic tip, gently glide tip along gumline, pausing briey to lightly
brush area between teeth and all around orthodontic bracket, before proceeding to
the next tooth.
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 briey between
teeth to gently brush and allow the water to ow between the teeth.
Implant Denture Tip
The Implant Denture tip is specically designed to access areas that are unreachable
with a Classic Jet Tip, Plaque Seeker™ tip, or Pik Pocket™ tip. To use the Implant
Denture tip, place the tip on the lingual side at one end of the implant retained
denture. The opening of the tip is directed between the natural gum tissue and the
denture directing the water under the denture. Slowly glide the tip along the space
between the natural gum tissue and the denture until you have cleaned underneath
the entire length of the denture.
Using Mouthwash and Other Solutions
Your Waterpik® Water Flosser can be used to deliver mouthwash and antibacterial
solutions. Aer using any special solution, rinse unit to prevent clogging by partially
lling reservoir with warm water and running unit with tip pointed into sink until unit
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CLEANING AND TROUBLESHOOTING YOUR WATERPIK® WATER FLOSSER
Mode
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Remove
Battery
Cleaning
Before cleaning, unplug from the electrical outlet. Clean the product when necessary by
using a so cloth and mild non-abrasive cleanser.
The water reservoir is removable for easy cleaning and is top rack dishwasher safe.
Removing Hard Water Deposits / General Cleaning
Hard water deposits may build up in your unit, depending on the mineral content of you
water. If le unattended, it can hinder performance.
Cleaning internal parts: add 2 tablespoons of white vinegar to a full reservoir of warm
water. Point the handle and tip into sink. Turn unit ON and run until reservoir is empty.
Rinse by repeating with a full reservoir of clean warm water.
This process should be done every 1 to 3 months to ensure optimal performance.
Leakage
If leaking due to a damaged hose, replacement hoses and handles can be purchased at
www.waterpik.com or contact Water Pik, Inc. customer service for a self service repair kit.
Battery Removal
This product contains one coin-cell battery (CR-2032) Lithium Manganese Dioxide in the
handle assembly. The battery is not replaceable. Please do not dispose of the unit in
the household waste. Remove the battery per the instructions below and recycle at your
local recycling center.
Note: This process is not reversible
Remove the battery only at the end of the product’s life for recycling. Doing so earlier
will destroy the product. Observe basic safety precautions to protect your eyes, hands,
ngers, and work surface. Remove the battery as shown and recycle it and the rest of
the product according to local regulations.
1. Obtain a towel or cloth, a hammer, and a at head screwdriver.
2. Remove and discard the tip.
3. Cover the handle entirely with the towel or cloth.
4. Clamp the top of the handle against your work surface and strike the handle
housing along the seam on the side of the handle. Pry handle apart using a at
head screwdriver.
5. Once the handle is separated into two pieces, remove the coin-cell battery from
the circuit board.
6. The internal components should slide out when the handle is positioned
upside-down. If this does not occur, repeat steps 5 and 6 until the
components release.
7. Recycle and dispose of the battery properly.
8. The remaining product pieces should be discarded appropriately.

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LIMITED THREE YEAR WARRANTY
Service Maintenance
Waterpik® Water Flossers have no consumer serviceable electrical items and do not
require routine service maintenance. For all accessories go to www.waterpik.com.
You may also call our toll-free customer service number at 1-800-525-2774. Refer to
the serial and model numbers in all correspondence. These numbers are located on
the bottom of your unit.
Still have questions? Go to www.waterpik.com.
Water Pik, Inc. warrants to the original consumer of this product that it is free
from defects in materials and workmanship for 3 years from the date of purchase.
Consumer will be required to submit the original purchase receipt as
proof of purchase date and if requested, the entire product, to support a
warranty claim. Water Pik, Inc. will replace the product provided the product has
not been abused, misused, altered or damaged aer purchase, was used according
to instructions, and was used only with accessories or consumable parts approved by
Water Pik, Inc. This limited warranty excludes accessories or consumable parts such
as tips and brush heads.
This warranty gives you specic legal rights. You may also have other rights that
vary, depending on the law in your place of residence.
WATER PIK, INC. DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES
TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,
ALL WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. SOME STATES OR PROVINCES MAY NOT ALLOW
LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE MAY
NOT APPLY TO YOU.

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For USA Only
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation. Warning: changes or modications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment o and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Limitation of Liability
This limited warranty is your sole remedy against Water Pik, Inc. and it shall not be liable
for any damages, whether direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, exemplary
or otherwise, including but not limited to property damage, arising out of any theory of
recovery, including statutory, contract or tort.

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Arbitration
BINDING ARBITRATION AND WAIVER OF RIGHT TO ASSERT MATTERS IN COURT
AND RIGHT TO JURY TRIAL
By purchasing, installing, or using this product you agree that any controversy or
claim arising out of or relating to your purchase, use, modication, installation,
or removal of this product shall be settled by binding arbitration. The arbitrator’s
decision will be nal and binding. Judgment on the award rendered by the arbitrator
may be entered in any court having jurisdiction over the matter. Further, you agree
that you will not have the right to litigate any claim arising out of or in relation to
your purchase, use, modication, installation, or removal of this product in any court
or to have a jury trial on that claim.
Arbitration of any matters shall be administered by the American Arbitration
Association and conducted by one arbitrator in accordance with the consumer
arbitration rules of the American Arbitration Association in eect at the time of
ling of the demand. The venue for all such arbitrations shall be Colorado and any
such arbitration shall be subject to the Federal Arbitration Act and Colorado law.
WAIVER OF RIGHT TO PARTICIPATE IN CLASS ACTIONS OR PURSUE CLAIMS IN A
REPRESENTATIVE CAPACITY.
Further, by purchasing, installing, or using this product you agree that arbitration
must be on an individual basis. This means neither you, nor we, may join or
consolidate claims inarbitration by or against other purchasers or users of
Water Pik, Inc. products or the general public. Additionally, you may not litigate
in court or arbitrate any claims as a representative or member of a class or in a
purported representative capacity on behalf of the general public, other purchasers
or users of this product, other persons or entities similarly situated, or in a private
attorney general capacity.
For Canada Only
This device complies with Industry Canada’s license-exempt RSSs. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference;
and (2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.