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CLEANING AND TROUBLESHOOTING YOUR WATERPIK
TIP USAGE
Pik Pocket™ Tip
The Pik Pocket
Tip is
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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. Turn the
water switch OFF on the handle. Place the soft tip
against a tooth at a 45-degree angle and gently
place the tip under the gumline, into the pocket.
Turn on power on base and water switch on
handle ON.
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
®
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.
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Tip
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.
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.
WATER FLOSSER
®