HOW TO REPLACE THE FILTER DISK
The water filter disk on the rear hose of the
unit should be replaced every 3-4 months, or
when it becomes dark or clogged with debris,
or when water flow is impeded. Packages of
replacement filters are available from Parkell
(
h
D419). To change the filter:
1. Close any water valves, and bleed all water
lines of residual water pressure.
2. Disconnect the water supply hose quick-
connect from the water supply.
3. Remove the old filter disk by holding
it in one hand and twisting off the
hose connectors on either side in
opposite directions.
4. Install the new filter disk in the same
position as the old one, and tighten the
connectors by hand in reverse. Do not use a
tool, which may overtighten the connection.
5. Reconnect the water supply hose quick-
connect to the supply, open the control
valve and check for leaks.
6. If the filter becomes clogged and you do not
have a replacement disk, the hose
connectors may be locked together
TEMPORARILY without the filter disk to
allow emergency operation only.
CLINICAL SUGGESTIONS ON
TOOTH SCALING
• Ultrasonic scalers should be used by trained,
licensed professionals only.
•
DO NOT OPERATE UNIT WITHOUT
WATER FLOWING THROUGH THE
HANDPIECE.
• If patient is new to ultrasonic scaling, explain
to them what to expect. Usually, they should
not experience discomfort. However, if this
occurs, adjust power and water controls, and
lighten up on your handpiece pressure.
• Use of face mask by the clinician and
high-volume intraoral suction is strongly
recommended when operating this device,
to avoid inhalation of microbially-
contaminated aerosols.
• To keep heat generation to a minimum, use
the lowest effective scaling power for the
case at hand.
• Before using the tip in the oral cavity, adjust
the water spray over a sink or cuspidor until
desired mist is obtained. For maximum
patient comfort, use a good flow of water as
a coolant, lubricant and to flush out debris.
• Hold the handpiece in a comfortable
pen-grasp. To remove deposits from teeth,
always use a light, brushing stroke with the
side of the tip, in contact with and parallel to
the root surface. Excess pressure will not
improve scaling action, but may cause
heating and pain to the patient. Always keep
the tip in motion, using repeated gentle
strokes to remove all tenacious deposits.
• Do not use the point of the tip on the tooth
surface. You may gouge the tooth.
• Pause occasionally during scaling by
removing foot from pedal to evaluate
deposit removal.
• Testing a scaler tip by touching it with your
fingers is NOT a valid indication of how it
is operating.
• If you are using an external water supply
bottle, you may fill it with FDA-approved
mouthwashes in a ratio of 4 parts water to 1
part mouthwash. Be sure to flush the
TurboPIEZO unit with plain water afterward.
• Exercise caution scaling near ceramic or
resin restorations, as they can discolor or
fracture if overstressed.
COMMON OPERATOR ERRORS
THAT MAY RESULT IN POOR
CLINICAL PERFORMANCE
• Failure to keep tip parallel to the long axis of
the tooth.
• Excessive use of hand pressure.
• Failure to use the lowest effective power
setting for the case at hand.
• Insufficient water flow.
• Use of a heated water supply causing
excessive water temperature at the tip.
• Scaling with the point of the tip instead of the side.
• Using tips that are damaged, bent or
worn out.
CLEANING AND
INFECTION CONTROL
• Consult www.CDC.gov for the most current
guidelines for infection control in dental
health-care settings.
• DO NOT AUTOCLAVE the TurboPIEZO
Control Unit, Cable or Handpiece, as
autoclave heat will destroy them. They may
be protected using appropriate barrier
materials during use, and should be cleaned
of debris with a water-damp paper towel,
disinfected by wiping with a paper towel that
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