Waterpik WP-250 User manual

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Waterpik®
Water Flosser Models
WP–250

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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 One-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:
• Always unplug product after using.
• 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
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. Use with improper voltage will
damage product and VOID warranty.
• If product is opened/disassembled for ANY reason,
warranty is VOID.
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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 your local distributor which can be found at
www.waterpik.com.
• 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.

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• Use this product only as indicated in these instructions or
as recommended by your dental professional.
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Only use tips and accessories recommended by Water Pik, Inc.
• 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.
• 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.
• Close supervision is necessary when this product is
used by, on or near children or invalids.
• If the Pik Pocket™tip (not included in all models)
separates from the shaft for any reason, discard tip and
shaft and replace with new Pik Pocket™tip.
• Do not use this product for more than 5 minutes in each
two-hour period.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance.
• This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider
than the other). As a safety feature, this plug is intended
to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug
does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it
still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not
attempt to modify the plug in any way.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
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Reservoir
Tip
Handle
Pressure
control knob
Base
Tip
eject button
Reservoir valve

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NOTE: All tips not included in all models.
Classic Jet Tip BEST FOR
General Use
Tongue Cleaner BEST FOR
FresherBreath
Replace Every 6 Months
Plaque Seeker
®
Tip BEST FOR
Toothbrush Tip BEST FOR
BEST FOROrthodontic Tip
General Use
General Use
Braces
BEST FORPik Pocket™ Tip
Periodontal Pockets
Furcations
Replace Every 3 Months
Implants
Crowns
Bridges
Retainers
General Use

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Powering the Unit
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
Remove the reservoir, and fill with lukewarm water.
Replace the reservoir over the base and press
down firmly.
GETTING STARTED
Inserting and Removing Tips
Insert tip into the center of
the Water Flosser handle,
pressing down firmly until
the tip clicks into place. The
colored ring will be flush 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 high (pressure
setting No.3), point the handle and tip into sink. Turn
power on until water flows from the tip. Turn unit OFF.
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Fill
Replace
Tip
release
button
NO
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ON
High

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Recommended Technique
For best results, start with
back teeth and work toward
the front teeth. Direct the
stream at a 90-degree
angle to your gumline with tip in mouth. 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.
When Finished
Turn the unit off. Empty any liquid left in the reservoir.
NOTE: If you used mouthwash or other solution besides
water, see “Using Mouthwash and Other Solutions”
section on page 10.
TIP USAGE
Pik PocketTM Tip
The Pik Pocket
™
Tip is specifically
designed to deliver water or
anti-bacterial solutions deep
into periodontal pockets.
Adjusting the Pressure Setting
Turn the pressure control dial on the base of the unit to
the lowest setting (pressure setting
No.1) for first-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
unit ON. Lean over sink
and slightly close lips
enough to prevent
splashing while still
allowing water to
flow from mouth
into the sink. Turn power switch ON. When
finished, turn power switch OFF.
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Toothbrush Tip
Place the toothbrush
tip in mouth with the
brush head on the
tooth at the gum line.
The toothbrush tip can be used with or without toothpaste.
Turn the Water Flosser on so 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.
To use the Pik Pocket
™
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.

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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
Before cleaning, unplug from the electrical outlet. Clean
the product when necessary by using a soft cloth and
mild non-abrasive cleanser.
The water reservoir is removable for easy cleaning and is
top rack dishwasher safe.
NOTE: Remove reservoir valve by pushing up from
bottom of reservoir, before placing reservoir in
dishwasher.
Removing Hard Water Deposits/
General Cleaning
Hard water deposits may build up in your unit, depending
on the mineral content of your water. If left 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.
Remove Replace
CLEANING AND TROUBLESHOOTING YOUR WATERPIK®WATER FLOSSER