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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.
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. 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
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
TIP USAGE
Pik Pocket™ Tip
The Pik Pocket
™
Tip is specifically 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 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
CLEANING AND TROUBLESHOOTING YOUR WATERPIK
®
WATER FLOSSER