waterpik WP-400 Series Ultra Cordless Plus Water Flosser Instruction Manual

Waterpik®
Water Flosser
Model WP-400 Series
Irrigador bucal Waterpik®
WP-400 Serie

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical products, especially when children are present, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:
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BEFORE USING.
DANGER:
To reduce the risk of electrocution:

• Do not handle the charger with wet hands.
• Do not place the charger in or drop the charger into water or other liquid.
• Check the charger cord for damage before the first use and during the life of the product.

WARNING:
To reduce the risk of burns, electrocution, fire, or injury to persons:

• Do not plug this device into a voltage system that is different from the voltage system specified on the device or charger.

• Do not use this product if it has a damaged cord or plug if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. Contact Water Pik, Inc. or your local distributor which can be found at www.waterpik.com.

• Do not direct water under the tongue, into the ear, nose, or other delicate areas. This product is capable of producing pressures that may cause serious damage in these areas.

• Do not direct water into the nose or ear. The potentially deadly amoeba, Naegleria fowleri, may be present in some tap water or unchlorinated well water and may be fatal if directed into these areas.

• Use this product only as indicated in these instructions or as recommended by your dental professional.

• Only use tips and accessories recommended by Water Pik, Inc.

• Do not drop or insert any foreign object into any opening on the product.

• Keep the charging unit and cord away from heated surfaces.

• Do not use outdoors or operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.

• Do not use iodine, saline (salt solution), or water-insoluble concentrated essential oils in this product.
  Use of these can reduce product performance and will shorten the life of the product.

• Fill the reservoir with water or other dental professional recommended solution only.

• Remove any oral jewelry prior to use of this product.

• Do not use if you have an open wound on your tongue or in your mouth.

• If your physician advised you to receive antibiotic premedication before dental procedures, you should consult your dentist before using this instrument or any other oral hygiene aid.

• Close supervision is necessary when this product is used by, on o near children or invalids.

• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

1. Tip rotator
2. Power switch
3. Pressure control
4. Power handle
5. Charger inlet
6. Tip
7. Tip eject button
8. Flip-top water inlet
9. Reservoir

Charger
Waterpik® p/n 20015748 (White)
Waterpik® p/n 20019091 (Black)

Replacement tips/attachments may be purchased online at www.waterpik.com, or by phone from Water Pik, Inc. at 1-800-525-2774 (USA). To find detailed information about tips, other accessories, and product usage please visit our website at www.waterpik.com.

NOT ALL TIPS ARE INCLUDED IN ALL MODELS

*Replace Every 3 months **Replace Every 6 months

TIPS
A. Orthodontic Tip
Braces/General use
B. Pik Pocket™ Tip
– Periodontal pockets/ Furcations
C. Plaque Seeker™ Tip
Implants/Crowns/Bridges/ Retainers/General use
D. Toothbrush Tip
– General use
E. Classic Jet Tip
-General use
F. Tongue Cleaner
-Fresher breath

GETTING STARTED

Plug the cord into any standard electrical outlet. Make sure you push the switch into the OFF (0) position before charging. The unit will not charge if the switch is in the ON (I) position. See “Cleaning and Troubleshooting Your Waterpik® Water Flosser” for guidance on how to look after your battery. The Waterpik® Water Flosser will stay charged for up to 2 weeks depending on use.

Filling the Reservoir
Remove the charger from the unit prior to filling the reservoir and product use. Lif flips the top of the reservoir and fills the reservoir with lukewarm water.
Inserting and Removing Tips
Insert tip into the center of the knob at the top of the Water Flosser handle. Press firmly until the tip clicks into place. To remove the tip from the handle, press the tip eject button and pull the tip from the handle.

CAUTION: Do not press the tip eject button while the unit is running.
Adjusting the Pressure Setting
You can adjust the pressure setting on your Water Flosser by sliding pressure control on the handle. Start with the lowest setting and increase to your liking.

Recommended Technique
Lean low over sink and place tip in mouth. Aim the tip toward the gumline, and turn the unit ON (I).
For best results, start with the back teeth and work toward the front teeth. Glide tip along gumline and pause briefly between teeth.
Continue until you have cleaned the inside and outside of both the upper and lower teeth.
Direct the jet stream at a 90-degree angle to your gumline. Slightly close lips to avoid splashing but allow water to flow freely from the mouth into the sink. Keep unit upright during use for best results.

When Finished
Turn the unit OFF (0). Empty any liquid left in the reservoir.
If desired, the reservoir may be removed from the power handle by sliding the reservoir release latch to the unlock position(1) and then sliding the reservoir down towards the base of the unit(2).
To replace the reservoir on the power handle, simply slide it up towards the top of the unit. The reservoir will snap into place when fully engaged.

NOTE: NOT ALL TIPS ARE INCLUDED WITH ALL MODELS.

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 gum line, into the pocket.
Tongue Cleaner Tip
Set to lowest pressure setting, place tip in the center/middle of your tongue about halfway back. Pull forward with light pressure.
Increase pressure as you prefer.
Orthodontic Tip
To use the orthodontic tip, gently glide the tip along the gumline, pausing briefly to lightly brush the area between teeth and all around the orthodontic bracket, before proceeding to the next tooth.
Toothbrush Tip
Place the toothbrush tip in the mouth with the brush head on the tooth at the gumline. The toothbrush tip can be used with or without toothpaste. Using 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 the gumline, pausing briefly between teeth to gently brush and allow the water to flow between the teeth.

CLEANING AND TROUBLESHOOTING YOUR WATERPIK® WATER FLOSSER

Using Mouthwash and Other Solutions
Your Waterpik® Water Flosser can be used to deliver mouthwash and antibacterial solutions. After using any special solution, rinse the unit to prevent clogging by partially filling the reservoir with warm water and running the unit with a tip pointed into sink until the unit is empty.

Cleaning
Never immerse the unit in water. Before cleaning, unplug from the electrical outlet. Clean the product when necessary by using a soft cloth and mild non- abrasive cleanser to wipe the 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 / General Cleaning
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 1 tablespoon of white vinegar to a full reservoir of warm water. Point the handle and tip into the sink. Turn unit
ON and run until the 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.

Battery Care and Disposal
The unit will not charge if the switch is in the ON (I) position. If you use your Water Flosser once a day or less, it is recommended you charge it overnight, once a week. If you use it twice a day or more, charge the unit more frequently. Do not run the batteries down completely as this may shorten the lifespan of the batteries and will require charging the unit for 24 hours to obtain a full charge.
If the Water Flosser is to be stored for an extended period of time (six months or more), be sure to fully charge it prior to storage. The unit contains a Nickel Metal Hydride battery. At the end of the battery life, please recycle the unit at your nearest recycle center per local or state requirements. The battery is not replaceable.

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY

Service Maintenance
Waterpik® Water Flossers have no consumer-serviceable electrical items and do not require routine service maintenance. For all parts and accessories go to www.waterpik.com. You may also call our toll-free customer service number at 1-800-525-2774 (USA).
Refer to the serial and model numbers in all correspondence. These numbers are located on the bottom of your unit.
Refer to the serial and model numbers in all correspondence. These numbers are located on the back of the handle and bottom of the reservoir respectively.
Still, have questions? Go to www.waterpik.com.
Water Pik, Inc. warrants to the original consumer of this new product that it is free from defects in materials and workmanship for 2 years from the date of purchase. Consumer will be required to submit the original purchase receipt as proof of purchase date and if requested, the entire product, to support a warranty claim. Water Pik, Inc. will replace at its discretion the product, which in its opinion is defective, provided the product has not been abused, misused, altered, or damaged after purchase, was used according to instructions, and was used only with accessories or consumable parts approved by Water Pik, Inc. This limited warranty excludes accessories or consumable parts such as tips, etc.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights that vary, depending on the law in your place of residence.

Arbitration
BINDING ARBITRATION AND WAIVER OF RIGHT TO ASSERT MATTERS IN COURT AND RIGHT TO JURY TRIAL By purchasing, installing or using this product you agree that any controversy or claim arising out of or relating to your purchase, use, modification, installation, or removal of this product shall be settled by binding arbitration. The arbitrator’s decision will be final and binding. Judgment on the award rendered by the arbitrator may be entered in any court having jurisdiction over the matter. Further, you agree that you will not have the right to litigate any claim arising out of or in relation to your purchase, use, modification, installation, or removal of this product in any court or to have a jury trial on that claim. Arbitration of any matters shall be administered by the American Arbitration Association and conducted by one arbitrator in accordance with the consumer arbitration rules of the American Arbitration Association in effect at the time of filing of the demand. The venue for all such arbitrations shall be Colorado and any such arbitration shall be subject to the Federal Arbitration Act and Colorado law.

WAIVER OF RIGHT TO PARTICIPATE IN CLASS ACTIONS OR PURSUE CLAIMS IN A REPRESENTATIVE CAPACITY.
Further, by purchasing, installing, or using this product you agree that arbitration must be on an individual basis. This means neither you nor we, may join or consolidate claims in arbitration by or against other purchasers or users of water pik products or the general public. Additionally, you may not litigate in court or arbitrate any claims as a representative or member of a class or in a purported representative capacity on behalf of the general public, other purchasers or users of this product, other persons or entities similarly situated, or in a private attorney general capacity.

References

• Waterpik™ Oral Health - Water Flossers, Electric Toothbrushes

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