Waterpik Water Flosser WF-02

Important Safeguards

When using electrical products, especially when children are present, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of injury to persons:

• 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.
• Do not use rechargeable or replaceable lithium batteries in this product. These batteries are capable of producing pressures that may be uncomfortable to the user and may also result in damage to the appliance. Use of lithium batteries will void the warranty.
• Only use tips and accessories that are recommended by Water Pik, Inc.
• Do not drop or insert any foreign object into any opening on the product.
• Do not use this product outdoors or operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.
• Do not use iodine, bleach, 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 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 or near children or invalids.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

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Product Description

The Waterpik Water Flosser Model WF-02 consists of the following parts:

Diagram shows two views of the Water Flosser. The left view shows the front of the handle with labels: "Tip", "Power/Pressure Switch", "Power Handle", "Battery Door". The right view shows the back of the unit with labels: "Tip Eject Button", "Flip Top Water Inlet", "Reservoir".

• Tip
• Power/Pressure Switch
• Power Handle
• Battery Door
• Tip Eject Button
• Flip Top Water Inlet
• Reservoir

Tips and Accessories

Replacement tips and accessories can extend the life and effectiveness of your Water Flosser. Tips should be replaced every 3 or 6 months depending on type.

Replace Every 3 Months

Replace Every 6 Months

NOTE: All tips are not included in all models.

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

Getting Started

Inserting Batteries

1. Remove water reservoir.
2. Twist battery door left from the locked position to unlocked position and pull battery door away from the unit.
3. Insert 3 AA batteries as shown.
4. To replace battery door, line-up arrows, push and twist.

Replace batteries when there is a noticeable change in performance.

Filling the Reservoir

Lift the flip top on reservoir and fill 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. The colored ring will be flush with the end of the knob if the tip is correctly locked into place. To remove the tip from the handle, press the tip eject button and pull tip from handle.

Adjusting the Pressure Setting

You can adjust the pressure setting on your Water Flosser by simply sliding the pressure/power switch on the handle. Slide power switch up 1 click for low (I) pressure and 2 clicks for high (II) pressure.

Diagram shows a close-up of the handle with the pressure setting slider, indicating low and high pressure settings.

Recommended Technique

Lean low over sink and place the tip in mouth. Aim the tip toward teeth, 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 mouth into the sink. Keep unit upright during use for best results.

When Finished

Turn the unit off. Empty any liquid left in the reservoir.

If desired, the reservoir may be removed from the power handle by sliding the reservoir down towards the base of the unit. To replace the reservoir on the power handle, simply slide it up towards the top of the unit.

Cleaning and Troubleshooting Your Waterpik® Water Flosser

Tip Usage

• Pik Pocket™ Tip: Specifically designed to deliver water or anti-bacterial solutions deep into periodontal pockets. Set unit to lowest pressure. Place soft tip against tooth at a 45-degree angle, gently place tip under gumline into pocket. Turn unit on and trace along gumline.
• Tongue Cleaner Tip: Set to lowest pressure. Place tip in center/middle of tongue about halfway back. Turn unit on. Pull forward with light pressure. Increase pressure as preferred.
• Orthodontic Tip: Gently glide tip along gumline, pausing briefly to lightly brush area between teeth and around orthodontic brackets.
• Toothbrush Tip: Place tip in mouth with brush head on tooth at gumline. Can be used with or without toothpaste. Turn Water Flosser on so water flows through tip. Apply light pressure (bristles should not bend) and massage back and forth with very short strokes, similar to a manual toothbrush.
• Plaque Seeker® Tip: Place tip close to teeth so bristles gently touch teeth. Glide tip along gumline, pausing briefly between teeth to gently brush and allow water to flow between teeth.

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 the tip pointed into the sink until empty.

Cleaning

Never immerse the unit in water. Clean the product when necessary using a soft cloth and mild non-abrasive cleanser for 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

Hard water deposits may build up in your unit, depending on mineral content. 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.

Battery Care and Disposal

• Alkaline batteries and NiMH rechargeable batteries are acceptable.
• Batteries are to be inserted with the correct polarity.
• Exhausted batteries are to be removed from the Water Flosser and properly disposed.
• The supply terminals are not to be short-circuited.
• Do not dispose of batteries in fire.
• The type and quality of AA battery used will impact performance of the product.
• Replace all batteries at the same time with new batteries of the same type and brand.
• Replace batteries when there is a noticeable change in performance.
• Remove batteries when the appliance will not be used for a long period of time.

WARNING: Use of lithium batteries will void the warranty and may also result in damage to the appliance.

Recycling symbol (RBRC, Ni-MH) indicating proper battery disposal. ♻️

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 the 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.

For any additional questions, visit www.waterpik.com. If none of these corrective actions are successful, call the Water Pik, Inc. Customer Service at 1-800-525-2774.

Limited One-Year Warranty

Water Pik, Inc. offers to the original purchaser of this new product a warranty against all defects in materials and workmanship for 1 year from the date of purchase. The 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 sole discretion, any part of the product that it deems defective, provided the product has not been abused, misused, altered, or damaged after purchase, has been used according to instructions, and was used only with accessories or consumable parts approved by Water Pik, Inc.

Installation is the responsibility of the consumer and is not covered by this warranty. This limited warranty does not cover accessories or consumable parts such as tips, batteries, 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.

Contact Information

Water Pik, Inc.
1730 East Prospect Road
Fort Collins, CO 80553-0001 USA

Website: www.waterpik.com

Waterpik® is a trademark of Water Pik, Inc. registered in multiple countries.

Pik Pocket™ and Plaque Seeker® are trademarks of Water Pik, Inc.

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