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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 reservoir is removable for easy cleaning and
is top rack dishwasher safe.
General Cleaning/ Removing
Hard Water Deposits
Hard water deposits may build up in your unit,
depending on the mineral content of you 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.
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.
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.
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.
CLEANING AND TROUBLESHOOTING YOUR WATERPIK
®
WATER FLOSSER
