waterpik WF-09 Water Flosser User Guide
- June 7, 2024
- Waterpik
Table of Contents
**waterpik WF-09 Water Flosser User Guide
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
- This product is for household use.
When using electrical products, especially when children are present, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:
DANGER:
To reduce the risk of electrocution:
- Do not handle plug with wet hands.
- Do not place in or drop into water or other liquid.
- Do not use while bathing.
- Do not place or store product where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink.
- Do not reach for a product that has fallen into water. Unplug immediately.
- Check the power supply 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:
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Do not plug this device into a voltage system that is different from the voltage system specified on the device or charger. Use with improper voltage will damage product and VOID warranty.
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If product is opened/disassembled for ANY reason, warranty is VOID.
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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 visit www.waterpik.com
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The supply cord cannot be replaced.
If the cord is damaged, the appliance should be scrapped. -
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.
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Only use tips and accessories recommended by Water Pik, Inc.
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Do not drop or insert any foreign object into any opening or hose.
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Keep electrical cord away from heated surfaces.
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Do not use outdoors or operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.
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Do not use iodine or water insoluble concentrated essential oils in this product. Use of these can reduce performance and will shorten the life of the product. Use of these products may void warranty.
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Fill reservoir with water or other dental professional recommended solution only.
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Remove any oral jewelry prior to use of this product.
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Do not use if you have an open wound on your tongue or in your mouth.
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If your physician or cardiologist has advised you to receive antibiotic premedication before dental procedures, you should consult your dentist before using this instrument or any other oral hygiene aid.
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If the Pik Pocket™ tip (not included in all models) separates from the shaf for any reason, discard tip and shaf and replace with new Pik Pocket™ tip (PP-100E).
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Do not use this product for more than 5 minutes in each two-hour period.
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Unit will shut of automatically afer 5 minutes of continuous usage.
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This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
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This product does not contain any user serviceable parts. Do not attempt to open except for battery disposal. See “Battery Removal” section.
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Using abrasive or chemical cleaners may damage the plastic housing of this product.
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IMPORTANT This device uses wireless communication to control the ON/OFF function of the water fosser pump motor from the water fosser handle. This device was designed for Home use. To avoid electromagnetic interference, do not operate this device in restricted locations such as air crafts or specially marked areas in hospitals.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
- Reservoir Lid
- Reservoir
- Mode indicator lights
- Pressure control dial
- Magnetic handle cradle
- Tip eject button
- Power ON/OFF button
- Clean/Sensitive mode selection button
- Handle
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. Classic Jet Tip**
- General use
- E. Implant Denture Tip**
- Fixed implant bridges
- F. Tongue Cleaner**
- Fresher breath
NOT ALL TIPS INCLUDED IN ALL MODELS
- Replace Every 3 months
- Replace Every 6 months
Replacement accessories may be purchased online at www.waterpik.com, or by phone from Water Pik, Inc. at 1-800-525-2774 (USA) or 1-888-226-3042 (Canada). To fnd detailed information about tips, other accessories, and product usage please visit our website at www.waterpik.com.
GETTING STARTED
Powering the Unit
Fill Plug the cord into an electrical outlet. If the outlet is controlled by a wall switch, be sure it is turned on.
Preparing the Reservoir
Lift the reservoir lid, remove the reservoir, and fill with lukewarm water. Replace the reservoir over the base and press down firmly and, close the lid.
Inserting and Removing Tips
Insert tip into the center of the Water Flosser handle, pressing down firmly until the tip clicks into place. The colored ring will be fush with the top of the handle if the tip is correctly locked into place. To remove tip from the handle push the tip eject button on the handle.
Prime Unit (First Time Use Only)
Set pressure control dial on base to pressure setting No.10, point the handle and tip into sink. Turn power ON and wait until water flows from the tip. Turn power OFF.
Adjusting the Pressure Setting
Turn the pressure control dial on the base of the unit to the lowest setting for first- time use. Gradually increase pressure over time to the setting you prefer – or as instructed by your dental professional.
Using the Water Flosser
Always place the tip in your mouth before turning the power ON.
Lean over sink and slightly close lips. Turn power ON. Allow water to flow
from your mouth into the sink.
For best results, start with back teeth and work toward the front teeth.
Direct
the stream at a 90-degree angle to your gumline with tip in mouth. 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.
Clean Mode
When the power is initially turned on, the Clean mode indicator light will turn on and remain on for approximately 30 seconds before turning of.
Sensitive Mode
Designed to quickly adjust pressure for those sensitive areas of your mouth without having to reach to the base. When sensitive mode is activated, the water flosser will automatically reduce the pressure. For best results, use the clean mode and set the unit to the pressure setting for you and then as you move to sensitive areas simply hit the mode button for sensitive mode and then hit the mode button again after you pass the sensitive area, to go back to clean mode.
When Finished
Turn the power OFF. Empty any liquid left in the reservoir. Unplug the unit.
Note: If you used mouthwash or other solution besides water, see “Using Mouthwash and Other Solutions” section.
NOTE: NOT ALL TIPS 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 gumline, into the pocket.
Tongue Cleaner Tip
Set to lowest pressure setting, place tip in the center/middle of your tongue
about half way back. 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.
Implant Denture Tip
The Implant Denture tip is specifically designed to access areas that are
unreachable with a Classic Jet Tip, Plaque Seeker™ tip, or Pik Pocket™ tip. To
use the Implant Denture tip, place the tip on the lingual side at one end of
the implant retained denture. The opening of the tip is directed between the
natural gum tissue and the denture directing the water under the denture.
Slowly glide the tip along the space between the natural gum tissue and the
denture until you have cleaned underneath the entire length of the denture.
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 AND TROUBLESHOOTING YOUR WATERPIK® WATER FLOSSER
Cleaning
Before cleaning, unplug from the electrical outlet. Clean the product when
necessary by using a sof cloth and mild non-abrasive cleanser.
The water reservoir is removable for easy cleaning and is top rack dishwasher safe.
Removing Hard Water Deposits / General Cleaning
Hard water deposits may build up in your unit, depending on the mineral
content of you water. If lef 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.
Leakage
If leaking due to a damaged hose, replacement hoses and handles can be
purchased at www.waterpik.com or contact Water Pik,
Inc. customer service for a self service repair kit.
Battery Removal
This product contains one coin-cell battery (CR-2032) Lithium Manganese Dioxide in the handle assembly. The battery is not replaceable. Please do not dispose of the unit in the household waste. Remove the battery per the instructions below and recycle at your local recycling center.
Note: This process is not reversible Remove the battery only at the end of the product’s life for recycling. Doing so earlier will destroy the product. Observe basic safety precautions to protect your eyes, hands, fingers, and work surface. Remove the battery as shown and recycle it and the rest of the product according to local regulations.
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Obtain a towel or cloth, a hammer, and a fat head screwdriver.
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Remove and discard the tip.
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Cover the handle entirely with the towel or cloth.
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Clamp the top of the handle against your work surface and strike the handle housing along the seam on the side of the handle. Pry handle apart using a fat head screwdriver.
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Once the handle is separated into two pieces, remove the coin-cell battery from the circuit board.
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The internal components should slide out when the handle is positioned
upside-down. If this does not occur, repeat steps 5 and 6 until the components release. -
Recycle and dispose of the battery properly.
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The remaining product pieces should be discarded appropriately.
LIMITED THREE YEAR WARRANTY
Service Maintenance
Waterpik® Water Flossers have no consumer serviceable electrical items and do
not require routine service maintenance. For all accessories go to
www.waterpik.com.
You may also call our toll-free customer service number at 1-800-525-2774. Refer to the serial and model numbers in all correspondence. These numbers are located on the bottom of your unit.
Still have questions? Go to www.waterpik.com
Water Pik, Inc. warrants to the original consumer of this product that it is
free from defects in materials and workmanship for 3 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 the product provided the product has not
been abused, misused, altered or damaged afer 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 and brush heads.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights that vary, depending on the law in your place of residence.
WATER PIK, INC. DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,ALL WARRANTIES OF MERCHANT ABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. SOME STATES OR PROVINCES MAY NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
For USA Only
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause harmful interference, and
- this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Warning: changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment of and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference
by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Limitation of Liability
This limited warranty is your sole remedy against Water Pik, Inc. and it shall not be liable for any damages, whether direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, exemplary or otherwise, including but not limited to property damage, arising out of any theory of recovery, including statutory, contract or tort.
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 fling of the demand. The venue for all such arbitration 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, Inc. 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.
For Canada Only
This device complies with Industry Canada’s license-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause interference; and
- This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
References
- Waterpik® Official Canadian Site: Oral Health & Shower Heads
- Waterpik™ Oral Health - Water Flossers, Electric Toothbrushes
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