Panasonic ew1611 Operation Manual

English ............................................. 3

中文

.................................................13

한글 .................................................23

Operating Instructions

(Household)

Oral Irrigator

Model No.

EW1611

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Contents

Operating Instructions

(Household)

Oral Irrigator

Model No.

EW1611

Safety precautions

.................

Intended use ........................................6

Parts identication ..............................7

How to use ...........................................8

Troubleshooting ................................11

Specications .................................... 11

Changing the nozzle

(Sold separately)................................12

After use ............................................. 10

Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product.

Before operating this unit, please read these instructions completely and save them for future use.

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Safety precautions

To reduce the risk of injury, loss of life, electric shock, re,

and damage to property, always observe the following safety precautions.

Explanation of symbols

The following symbols are used to classify and describe the level of hazard, injury, and property damage caused when the denotation is disregarded and improper use is performed.

WARNING

CAUTION

The following symbols are used to classify and describe the type of instructions to be observed.

This symbol is used to alert users to a specic

operating procedure that must not be performed.

This symbol is used to alert users to a specic

operating procedure that must be followed in order to operate the unit safely.

Denotes a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death.

Denotes a hazard that could result in minor injury or property damage.

WARNING

Preventing accidents

Do not store within the reach of children or infants. Do not let them use it.

- Doing so may cause an accident or injury due to accidental ingestion of removable parts.

Properly dispose of the appliance package, and keep it away from children or infants.

- Failure to do so may cause suffocation or other accidents to children or infants.

Power supply

Do not connect or disconnect the power plug to a

household outlet with a wet hand.

- Doing so may cause electric shock or injury.

Do not immerse the appliance in water or wash it

with water.

Do not use the appliance near a bath tub or inside a shower room.

- Doing so may cause electric shock or re.

Do not use when the cord or the power plug is damaged or when the fitting into the household

outlet is loose.

Do not damage, modify, forcefully bend, pull, twist, or bundle the cord. Also, do not place anything heavy on or pinch the cord.

- Doing so may cause electric shock or re due to a

short circuit.

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WARNING

Do not use in a way exceeding the rating of the

household outlet or the wiring.

- Exceeding the rating by connecting too many power

plugs to one household outlet may cause re due to

overheating.

Always ensure the appliance is operated on an electric power source matched to the rated voltage indicated on the appliance.

Fully insert the power plug.

- Failure to do so may cause re, electric shock, or

injury.

The supply cord cannot be replaced. If the cord is damaged, the appliance should be scrapped.

- Failure to do so may cause an accident or injury.

In case of an abnormality or malfunction

Immediately stop using and remove the power plug if there is an abnormality or malfunction.

- Failure to do so may cause re, electric shock, or injury.

• The main unit or cord is deformed or abnormally

hot.

• The main unit or cord smells of burning.

• There is an abnormal sound during use of the main unit or cord.

→

Immediately request inspection or repair at an authorized service center.

This product

Do not drop or subject to shock.

- Doing so may cause injury.

Do not modify, disassemble or repair.

- Doing so may cause injury due to re or malfunction.

→

Contact an authorized service center for repair.

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.

- Failure to do so may cause an accident or injury.

Cleaning

Always unplug the power plug from a household outlet when cleaning the power plug.

- Failure to do so may cause electric shock or injury.

Regularly clean the power plug to prevent dust from accumulating (once every half a year).

- Failure to do so may cause re due to insulation

failure caused by humidity. Disconnect the power plug and wipe with a dry cloth.

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CAUTION

Preventing damage to teeth and gums

People who are unable to operate should not use

this appliance. People with weak oral senses should not use this appliance.

- Doing so may cause injury or damage to teeth and gums.

People who may have periodontal disease, have teeth being treated, or concerned about symptoms within their mouth should consult a dentist before

use.

- Failure to do so may cause injury or damage to teeth and gums.

This product

Never use for a purpose other than oral cleaning.

- Doing so may cause an accident or injury when the stream of water is pointed toward the eyes, nose, ears, or throat.

Do not fill the tank with water warmer than 40 °C.

- Doing so may cause burns.

Do not share nozzle with your family or other

people.

- Doing so may cause infection or inammation.

Note the following precautions

Do not allow metal objects or trash to adhere to the

power plug.

- Doing so may cause electric shock or re due to a

short circuit.

Do not wrap the cord around the appliance when

storing.

- Doing so may cause the wire in the cord to break

with the load, and may cause re due to a short

circuit.

Disconnect the power plug from the household outlet when not using for extended period of time.

- Failure to do so may cause electric shock or re

due to electrical leakage resulting from insulation deterioration.

Disconnect the power plug by holding onto it instead of the cord.

- Failure to do so may cause electric shock or re due

to a short circuit.

After use, always care for and clean the appliance.

(See page 10.)

- Failure to do so may cause damage to your health if used without keeping it sanitized due to propagation of mold and bacteria.

Intended use

Notice

• Do not put salt, mouthwash or other chemicals into the water tank. Doing so may cause malfunction.

• Do not dry the main unit with a dryer or a fan heater. Doing so may cause malfunction or deformation of the parts.

• Do not wipe with thinners, benzine, alcohol etc. Doing so may cause malfunction, cracking or discoloration of the parts.

• Store the appliance in a place with low humidity after use. Doing so may cause malfunction.

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Parts identication

Handle

Stop/Jet switch

Jet mode

Stop

Nozzle release button

Nozzle

Main unit

Cord

Power plug

Suction hose

Water tank

Upper water level limit

Water tank cap



Operation panel

Water pressure



level LED indicator (1~10 levels)

Power switch “



Water pressure



regulator switch

Nozzle (x2)

• The nozzle is a consumable.

Identication ring



(white & blue)

Accessory

Nozzle stand

”

There may be moisture inside the main unit (water tank and suction hose) left from the distilled water used for product testing.

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Upper water

Stop/Jet switch

How to use

On sink

Place the main unit on a at and stable

surface.

Plug in the power plug.

• The power cord can be pulled out from either the right or the left.

1. Open the water tank cap, remove

the water tank, and ll it with water.

• Always use new tap water or lukewarm

water.

• If water is cold, use lukewarm water with

temperature 40 °C or below.

• When lling water, be sure not to exceed

the upper water level limit.

2. Set the tank to the main unit rmly,

and attach the water tank cap.

level limit

4. Select the water pressure

level.

Press the power switch “

(The water pressure level LED indicator lights on.)

• The power will be cut off after about 10 minutes to avoid forgetting cutoff.

With the nozzle facing the

basin, set the Stop/Jet switch to “

to jet water.

Press “+” or “-” on the water

pressure regulator switch until

the desired ow intensity is

reached.

• Keep pressing “+” or “-” will

continuously change the water pressure.

” (Jet mode)

”.

Level 10

・・・・

Level 2 Level 1

Set the Stop/Jet switch to “

3. Insert the nozzle rmly into the

handle. Make sure xed rmly.

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temporarily.

• Do not leave the product in the “ ” (Stop) state for more than 1 minute. (May cause malfunction.)

” (Stop) to stop jetting

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5. Place the nozzle in your mouth, close your mouth

nRaise your elbow

gently, and set the Stop/Jet switch to “

” (Jet

mode).

If you want to pause jetting, set the Stop/Jet switch to “ ” (Stop).

Keep head over the basi

Notes

• Do not push the tip of the nozzle too hard against the teeth

or gums.

• Since plaque adhering to the surface of teeth cannot be

removed only with water jet, brushing is always necessary. It is recommended to clean inside your mouth with water jet after brushing your teeth.

• Do not turn on the power switch “

empty (except discharging the water inside the main unit).

• When the Stop/Jet switch is set to “

1 minute, turn off the power switch “

• The recommended operating temperature of oral irrigator is

5 °C - 40 °C. If the indoor temperature is over or lower than the recommended temperature, the oral irrigator may stop operating.

” when the water tank is

” (Stop) for more than

”.

6. After use, set the Stop/Jet switch to

“ ” (Stop) and turn off the power switch “ ”.

• The water pressure level LED indicator ashes. (The indicator will go out after

1 minute.)

• The last selected water pressure level will be remembered, from which the oral irrigator will start next time.

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Cleaning the teeth

Interdental cleaning

• Direct the water jet onto the space

between the teeth.

• Direct from the front and rear sides of the teeth.

Periodontal pocket cleaning

• Aim the water jet at the space

between the teeth and gum.

• Slowly shift the water jet along the gum.

• Clean the front and back of the teeth

and behind the molars as well.

Gum care

• Stimulate the gum.

• If you concerned about your gum, tenderly stimulate it with gentle ow

of water.

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Stop/Jet switch

button

After use

1. Take off the water tank cap and

throw away the remaining water and wash.

• Change the water every time when you

use the irrigator.

• The water tank can be washed in a dish

washer.

• The water tank cap cannot be cleaned in a dish washer.

2. Turn on the power switch “ ”.

3. With the nozzle facing the basin,

set the Stop/Jet switch to “ (Jet mode) to remove the remaining water from the main unit.

4. When there is no water coming out, set the Stop/Jet switch to

“ ” (Stop), and turn off the power switch “ ”.

5. Disconnect the power plug from the household outlet.

”

6. Push the release button on the body to release nozzle off, then wash it. Keep the nozzle.

• The nozzle stand cannot be

cleaned in a dish washer.

Nozzle release

7. Clean the handle, and put it back into the main unit.

When cleaning the nozzle and handle

• Do not use lukewarm water exceeding 50 °C.

• Use neutral kitchen detergent and rinse well with

water to ensure no detergent remains after cleaning.

• Wipe away the water with a towel or the like,

keep the product in the dry place.

• The nozzle cannot be cleaned in a dish washer.

When wiping stains away from the main unit with a cloth that has been soaked in

soap water and then wrung out

• Never use thinners, benzine, or alcohol.

(Doing so may cause malfunction, cracking or discoloration of the parts.)

• Do not wash the main unit with water.

When the identication ring is coming off, As shown in the right gure, align the groove part of nozzle with the protrusion of identication ring to install the identication ring

• Even if the identication ring is not attached, it

does not affect the performance of the nozzle.

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Troubleshooting

Specications

Problem Possible cause Action

No water comes out, or water jet power down.

The nozzle comes off during use.

Fail to remember the water pressure level.

Motor sound changes after the Stop/Jet switch is set to “

Water jet stops during using.

The water pressure level LED indicator

still ashes after

the power switch “

If the problems still cannot be solved, contact the store where you purchased the unit or a service center authorized by Panasonic for repair.

” (Stop).

” is turned off.

The nozzle is clogged.

The outlet of nozzle is squashed.

The nozzle is deformed.

The power plug is pulled out from the household outlet before the power switch “ off.

This is not an abnormality. Please use the product as usual.

Takes 10 minutes after switch on.

The self-protection function is activated due to a thunderstorm etc.

This is not an abnormality. The indicator will be off after 1 minute of turning off.

” is turned

Replace the nozzle.

Before pulling out the power plug from the household outlet, turn off the power switch “

This is not an abnormality. (See page 8)

Turn on the power switch “

”.

” again.

Power Source

Power consumption

Date of production

Water tank volume

See the name plate on the product (Automatic voltage conversion)

18 W

See engraving on the commodity

Approx. 600 mL (the water pressure level “10”, 115 seconds)

Main unit: 280 (H) × 125 (W) × 140 (D) mm

Dimensions

(Including nozzle) 200 (H) × 125 (W) × 140 (D) mm (Not including nozzle)

Suction hose length

Approx. 1100 mm

Mass Main unit: Approx. 940 g (Including nozzle)

This product is intended for household use only.

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