eta Aqua Care Plus Oral Irrigator Instruction Manual

eta Aqua Care Plus Oral Irrigator

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

Dear customer, thank you for purchasing our product. Please read the operating instructions carefully before putting the appliance into operation and keep these instructions including the warranty, the receipt and, if possible, the box with the internal packing. This appliance is designed to mechanically remove dental plaque. It is easy to use and enhances your dental hygiene. The oral irrigator features cutting-edge
technology in an efficient and ergonomic appliance which is an ideal tool for your dental care.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

• Instructions in the Instructions Manual are part of the appliance and shall be provided to all users of the appliance.
• This appliance may be used by children aged 8 years and older and by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental abilities or lack of experience and knowledge only if they are supervised or have been instructed about safe use of the appliance and understand potential risks involved. Children must not play with the appliance. Cleaning and maintenance carried out by the user must not be carried out by children. Children under 8 years of age must keep away from the appliance.
• For increased safety, we recommend that you install a residual-current device in the bathroom´s el. circuit (RCD) with rated residual operating current not exceeding 30 mA. Consult with an inspecting technician or electrical engineer.
• The appliance has no charging source of its own, it is only designed for charging via USB (an adapter with USB output, with output voltage of 5.0 V, and output current of at least 1000 mA). Before making any connection, please pay attention to instructions of the manufacturer of the respective power source.
• If the appliance is used in a bathroom, it must be disconnected from the mains after use by unplugging the power cord from the wall socket, because the appliance poses a risk if near to water, even when switched off.
• Never use the appliance if the USB power cable or adapter is damaged, if it does not work properly if it fell to the ground and got damaged. In this case take the appliance to a special service to check its safety and proper function.
• The appliance and the connected adapter must not be used at places where it could fall into bath tub, wash basin or swimming pool. If the appliance fell into water anyway, do not take it out!First of all, unplug the adapter from the socket and only then take the appliance out.
• Before assembly and disassembly, before cleaning or maintenance, switch off the appliance and unplug it from the mains!
• To power the appliance, only use the Micro-USB cable included.

SPECIAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• The appliance should not be used by persons with reduced sensitivity of the oral cavity. It may lead to injuries or damage teeth and gums. If you have any doubt about possible use in your specific case, please consult your dentist before using the appliance.
• The appliance is not to be used by children, incapacitated persons or persons unable to express their sensation.
• If you have undergone tooth or gum surgery recently, suffered from long-lasting tooth disorder or have undergone extensive treatment in the last two months, or if you suspect any tooth-related problems (fillings, crowns, etc.), please consult your dentist before using the appliance.
• Should any health problems occur (e.g. extensive bleeding, or if bleeding does not stop after 2 weeks of use), stop using the appliance and ask your dentists for advice.

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• The appliance is a household appliance intended for individual use for personal dental care! It is not designed for commercial use, or to be used by several patients in dental offices or other medical facilities!
• Never plug the USB cable in or unplug it from the adapter with wet hands!
• The appliance must never be left running unsupervised!
• Keep the appliance in a dry place.
• Use only accessories intended for this type of appliance. Do not use damaged / deformed attachments.
• Do not use the application in exterior or where aerosol products are used (such as sprays), or where oxygen is handled.
• For hygienic reasons, one nozzle must not be shared by more people. Otherwise, infections or inflammation in the oral cavity might be transmitted.
• Keep the accessories (i.e. nozzles) out of reach of children and incapacitated persons. The nozzle is small enough to get stuck in your throat or be swallowed. If anyone swallows a nozzle, they need to seek immediate medical attention!
• Do not press the nozzle tip against teeth or gums with excessive force.
• Do not put the appliance in operation if the reservoir is empty or if the nozzle is removed.
• Do not insert the appliance or its accessories in any body cavity other than the oral cavity.
• Do not direct the water jet under the tongue, in the throat, ear, nose, eyes or other sensitive areas as it might result in injuries.
• Never direct the water jet at people, animals, plants or appliances containing electrical parts, or at their power cords.
• The appliance is not designed for animal dental care.
• Only use the appliance in a horizontal position in places where it cannot overturn, at a sufficient distance from sources of heat (e.g. stoves, fireplaces, or thermal radiators), and sources of increased air humidity (e.g. sauna, pool).
• Protect the appliance from dust, chemicals, excessive moisture, toiletries, liquid cosmetics, large temperature changes and do not expose it to direct sunlight.
• As a result of production testing, dew might form on the inside of the suction hose or reservoir. Do not consider this to be a fault when purchasing the product.
• Do not overfill the reservoir. The maximum quantity of water (500 ml).
• Never try to repair the appliance yourselves.
• Never fill the reservoir with hot water (max. 40 oC), mouthwash, essential oils, water enriched with alcohol, salt, vinegar, descaling agents, softeners or other cleaning chemicals. Never put any items in the reservoir.
• The appliance must be stored at a temperature over 0 oC and it needs to acclimatize to a room temperature before use.
• Always clean the appliance after use. Failure to do so might result in deterioration of your state of health as fungi and bacteria might grow unless you disinfect the appliance.
• Do not let the adapter power cord hang loosely over the edge of the worktop where children might get hold of it.
• Check the condition of the adapter power cord regularly.
• The appliance gets hot when charging, which is absolutely normal.
• Charge the battery at a temperature close to the room temperature.
• Do not dispose the battery into fire. There is a risk of explosion!
• Do not charge a battery leaking electrolyte.
• Electrolyte leak is caused by overloading the appliance or using it at extremely high temperatures. If you spill electrolyte on yourself, wash the area with water and soap and rinse with lemon juice with vinegar. If electrolyte gets in your eyes, flush with clear water for several minutes and call a physician immediately.
• Dispose off flat batteries in a proper way (see V. ENVIRONMENT).
• Never use (turn on) the appliance if the accumulator is not charging!
• Do not expose the battery to temperatures higher than 50 °C to prevent battery damage.
• Never charge the appliance in direct sunlight or close to heat sources, and if the temperature is below 10 °C or above 40 °C.
• Switch the appliance off immediately after use and put it in a dry place, out of reach of children and incapacitated persons.
• The Micro-USB cable must not be damaged with sharp or hot objects, open fire, it must not be sunk into water or bent over sharp edges.
• The Micro-USB cable must not be damaged with sharp or hot objects, open fire, it must not be sunk into water or bent over sharp edges.
• Never place the adapter supply cord onto hot surfaces and do not leave it hanging over the edge of a table or worktop. If someone, e.g. a child, brushes against the cable or tugs at it, the appliance might overturn or fall down and it might result in a serious injury!
• Never plug the Micro-USB cable / adapter in the electrical socket or unplug it with wet hands.
• Never use the appliance for any purpose other than the intended purpose described herein!
• The manufacturer shall not be held liable for any damage caused by improper handling of the appliance and its accessories (e.g. injury, damage to the appliance, fire, etc.) and shall not be liable under warranty for the appliance if the above safety precautions are not complied with.

DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE AND ACCESSORIES

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• A – Charging base

  • A1 – ON/OFF switch
  • A2 – charging/function indicator light
  • A3 – water pressure control dial
  • A4 – hole for holder
  • A5 – valve
  • A6 – socket for charging

• B – Oral irrigator body

  • B1 – ON/OFF handle switch (water go and Stop)
  • B2 – nozzle ejector button
  • B3 – rotating knob
  • B4 – holder
  • B5 – suction hose

• C – Water reservoir

  • C1 – cap with a valve
  • C2 – cover / box for acces

• D – Nozzle for teeth and gums (2 pcs included)
  D1 – coloured ring to distinguish users

• E – Orthodontic tip nozzle (1 pcs.)

• F – Periodontal pocket nozzle (1 pics)

• **G – USB cable ***

• H – Protective travel****  

• USB cable: A source with USB terminal may be connected to USB cable (for example AC power adapter, backup power source, etc.).

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

Remove all packaging materials, take out the oral irrigator and any accessories. Put the appliance on a flat and dry surface (so that it cannot fall into water), out of reach of children (see sec. I. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS).

WARNING
Do not use USB ports on other devices (e.g. computers, laptops, tablets, mobile phones, etc.) to power the appliance. Such devices may not be dimensioned for the current consumption of the appliance and it could damage them.

Charging of accumulator
Turn off the appliance before connecting it to the supply chord! Connect the enclosed USB cable G to the power supply terminal A6, and connect the other side to a power source, for example to a compatible AC power adapter, or to a backup power source. The first charging or charging after a long period of time is approx. 4 hours! On the oral irrigator A, charging is indicated by the bottom indicator A2 flashing; when fully charged, this indicator is on continuously.

Caution

• Do not exceed the recommended time of charging 4.5 hours during regular charging!
• The charging base also serves as a stand where you can place the oral irrigator and nozzle after use. However, do not connect the base to the mains unless you wish to charge the appliances. Do not leave the charging base connected to the power adapter permanently!
• The operating times are only approximate. The time depends on the condition of the battery, ambient temperature, age, method of charging, etc.

USE

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The water system must be flushed out before first use. Fill the water reservoir C with clean drinking water according to the following instructions, re-assemble the appliance and switch it on. Allow all the water to run through the oral irrigator to the washbasin. Repeat this procedure at least twice.
Assembly/disassembly of the individual components
Water reservoir C – to remove the water reservoir from the charging base A, pull it upwards. Pour water into reservoir (do not exceed the 500 ML mark). If the water feels cold, use lukewarm water with a temperature of 40 °C or less. Re-attach the reservoir to the charging base A in the opposite way. Place the cover C2 onto the reservoir.
Holder B4 – Slide on the desired holder B4 on the hole A4 with a slight push and turn it clockwise till
you hear a click. Caution: check whether the holder is put properly on its place in the base and is not leakage of water.
Attachment D, E, F – the desired snozzle into the opening at the top of the oral irrigator body B until it locks in place (you will hear a click). “Pull” the attachment slightly so as to check that it is properly fitted. To remove the attachment, press the ejector button B2 first and take out the attachment pulling it gently.
Nozzle D – cleaning the space between the teeth, Direct the water flow onto the zone between
the teeth.
Nozzle E – cleaning the front of the teeth.
Nozzle F – Periodontal pocket cleaning. Slowly shift the water flow along the gum. Gently stimulate the areas of concern.

Select the water pressure with the pressure control dial A3 ( = gentle, = strong). We recommend that you start with setting , especially if your gums tend to bleed or if children are using the irrigator.
mode – minimum / gentle for sensitive teeth, gums and for periodontal pocket cleaning,
mode – standard/intensive for regular cleaning of healthy teeth and gums,mode – maximum for cleaning of healthy teeth and gum care.
The selected mode can be changed even when cleaning is in process. Activate the appliance by pressing the ON switch A1. When you press the ON switch again, the appliance will switch off. For safety reasons, the appliance will switch off automatically after 2.5 minutes. To restart the appliance, press the button A1.

Method of use

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As plague which clings to the teeth surface cannot be removed simply with a stream of water, it is necessary to clean your teeth thoroughly with a toothbrush before using the oral irrigator.
As soon as you have cleaned your teeth replace the brush with the oral irrigator. Turn the nozzle rotating knob B3 to adjust the direction of the water flow. Slide the handle switch B1 up to start the water stream. Attach the nozzle D to the oral irrigator and put the nozzle tip between two teeth at the gum line level at a 90 degree angle. To prevent the water from splashing, press the lips slightly together around the nozzle, but keep the mouth slightly open so that water can flow out smoothly. Lean over the washbasin while cleaning your mouth. Slowly guide the nozzle until you feel it settle between the next two teeth, smoothly follow the gum line and the shape of your teeth. Continue doing so until you clean all inter-dental spaces, including the molars, in all areas of the mouth. Do not apply any pressure on the nozzle, let it do all the work on its own. Depending on the selected mode of cleaning, the full water reservoir C will last for about 100 seconds to 5 minutes.

When cleaning is finished

• Remove the water reservoir C and empty it, pouring any remaining water in the washbasin.
• Switch the oral irrigator on for a few seconds so as to empty the inside as well.
• Wipe all the components with a dry cloth.

Caution

• To avoid proliferation of fungi and bacteria if the appliance is not used for a longer time, empty the reservoir thoroughly after each use!
• If you are not going to use the oral irrigator for some time, let it dry properly when disassembled after the last use!
• During the first few days of using the oral irrigator, your gums might bleed slightly but this usually stops on its own after a few days.
• To ensure the best results when cleaning, we recommend replace every 6 replace every 6 months the nozzle. However, if the attachment are showing signs of significant wear or damage, replace theim sooner.

MAINTENANCE

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For maximum hygiene, clean the oral irrigator after each use! Failure to do so might result
in deterioration of your state of health due to proliferation of fungi and bacteria. Do not use any rough and aggressive cleaning agents! The nozzle for teeth and gums D, E, F under running water. Use the damp cloth to wipe the oral irrigator body B, charging base A. For hygienic purposes we recommend that you dip the nozzle / tongue scraper into a denture cleaner every 2 – 4 weeks. Alternatively, you can use other appropriate disinfectants. When using cleaning agents / disinfectants, always follow the instructions indicated on the packaging. Make sure that the contact surfaces and sealing elements are clean, not damaged and properly positioned. If you are not going to use the appliance for an extended period of time, empty the entire water system thoroughly (i.e. empty the reservoir, press the switch A1/B1, drain the water until it stops flowing from the nozzle).

Other important notes

• Do not clean the appliance in a dishwasher and do not use any aggressive cleaning agents for cleaning!
• Never use water at a temperature exceeding 50 °C to clean the oral irrigator
• Allow all the appliance components to dry properly before their re-use.

Store the appliance and all the accessories in a dry, dust-free and safe place, out of reach of children and incapacitated persons. The travel case H is for storing the appliance and attachments. Replacement attachment D can be purchased under order numbers ETA170890100. These accessories are not included in box with this product.

It is possible to buy (replacement orthodontic tip nozzle and periodontal pocket nozzle ETA170890200).

ENVIRONMENT

If the size of the appliance allows, all the parts contain marking of the materials used for production packaging, components and accessories as well as for recycling. The symbols on the product or
in the accompanying documentation mean that the electrical or electronic product used must not
be liquidated together with communal waste. To ensure the appropriate liquidation take the used appliance to a collection point where it will be accepted free of charge. Correct liquidation of the product helps to protect valuable natural resources and helps to prevent a potential negative impact on the environment and human health which can be the outcome of inappropriate liquidation of waste. More details can be obtained from your local authorities or the closest collection point. Dispose of the battery safely by means of collection networks intended for this purpose. Never dispose of the batteries by burning!

Removing the battery
Remove the battery from the appliance only when completely discharged (i.e. repeatedly leave the appliance running until it stops). Screw out all bolts and open the applince. Gradually disconnect the lead–in wires of batteries and remove the battery.
Guarantee of 24 months does not apply to decrease in the accumulator’s effective capacity caused by its use or age. Effective capacity gradually decreases depending on the method of use of the accumulator. This appliance contains batteries that are not replaceable.
Specialized service is required for overhaul maintenance or maintenance requiring disassembly of the internal components of the appliance! The right for warranty repair expires if the above mentioned instructions are not adhered to.

TECHNICAL DATA

• Voltage (V) : shown on the type label of the appliance
• Weight (kg) approximately : 0.6
• Appliance Protection Class : III.
• Operating pressure (mode mix. / max.) : 10 – 100 P
  Noise level: Acoustic noise level of 70 dB(A) re 1pW
  The manufacturer reserves the right to change the technical specifications and accessories for the respective models.

HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. DO NOT IMMERSE IN WATER OR OTHER LIQUIDS.

TO AVOID DANGER OF SUFFOCATION, KEEP THIS PLASTIC BAG AWAY FROM BABIES AND CHILDREN. DO NOT USE THIS BAG IN CRIBS, BEDS, CARRIAGES OR PLAYPENS. THIS BAG IS NOT A TOY.

• The symbol indicates a WARNING.
• Removable power supply unit
• Please read the instructions manual

References

• AEG Hausgeräte | Setzen Sie auf Qualität | AEG
• ElektroEko – Odbiór odpadów elektro
• ETA - tady je doma
• ETA - tu je doma

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