How to Clean a Waterpik™ Water Flosser

[@DoctorTristanPeh]

A good guide on cleaning the waterpik water flosser to make it last for years! Awesome! 😁👍🏻

[@kamstilldabest2003]

Well if it isn’t the man himself, Tristan you never fail to keep us happy. 😉

[@kitfels2143]

Thank you so much, my waterpik was looking very grimy and I didn’t know the water reserve part came off. It’s now clean again after a good clean

[@MrMnmn911]

*_This video is so helpful. Thank you!_* I've had my WP-900 for 2 years now. My dentist recommended I get some type of water pick after having dental implants for my 4 front lower teeth. I chose the WP-900. In the past month the button on the handle began sticking and wouldn't come out without repeatedly pressing the button and sometimes tapping the handle on my hand. Today I used this entire cleaning method and everything seems fine now! I didn't know about this thorough cleaning method. I change my toothbrush every 3 months, at the change of the season, i.e., the beginning of spring, summer, fall and winter. And now I'll be cleaning my WP-900 on the same dates. Gotta say that when I took the handle out of the water/vinegar solution there was tiny blob of gunk in the glass. The button was still sticking but after I ran the vinegar/water solution though the unit it seems to have loosened up. I'm so glad I found this tutorial. I had already looked up my purchase records because I had purchased a 4 year warranty from Amazon when I purchased it. I think today's cleaning solved my problems. *_I love my WP-900! Thanks again Waterpik!_*

[@narutoninjagoandtheflashar4256]

My previous waterpik broke after just 1 year 😢. I thought it’s only a bad product or I was unlucky. But now I know why! Mold formed inside of the power button even though it was sealed. I was so confused 😕 as to how that was possible? But now I understand how. Mold forms in dark places, especially after it’s been wet. So what I have to do is deep cleaning. Not just the type of cleaning I once did. NO! Cleaning throughly while taking everything apart that can be taken out. So yeah! That was my mistake and I ain’t gonna let it happen again 😕😭🤦🏼‍♀️. Because idk about you, but I LOVE my waterpik. I do indeed. Flossing has never been easier until I got waterpik. So yeah 😎

[@davidkearns7150]

I agree with MrMnnn911, the video was very helpful. Note if you have hard water and your's is too far gone to clean this way, you can also replace the handle/water tube combination and the reservoir valve. Way cheaper than replacing the entire unit.

[@dan780105]

Thanks for this useful video! Just the right length to answer our questions. Great use of KZbin.

[@waterpik]

Hello Paty - The Plaque Seeker Jet Tip can be used on the same setting as you would use for the Classic Jet Tip.

[@destinyramos7212]

Another suggestion may be try not to use water straight from the tab. I noticed the hard water stains in the reservoir and didn't think about how it could effect the rest of the machine until now. I stated using filter water hopefully this will help with minimizing the gunk build up.

[@donwilliams2858]

I had excellent results, as above, after using "How to Clean your Water Pik - Water Flosser" at the top of the KZbin list. It looks like there many others, some focused on more specific questions..

[@saharhamid6997]

How do you clean one without a removable valve? Will soap damage the valve or get stuck under it? WP-660 model.

[@StartVisit]

best tip: put everything in flosser container add water and vinegar, soak for 7min, remove attach and cycle replace water cycle wash with warm water you welcome

[@Adeline9418]

Super good advice!!!

[@CosmicTeapot]

I will name my first child "Start Visit" in honour of your genius.

[@shahmohammed5460]

Great video, and easy to understand.

[@밀리-v3p]

This is what I need for last 4 years

[@Joshuanyyc]

my water pik broke so i had to get a new one cuz i never knew it needs to be cleaned but now i’m gon clean it every month then

[@narutoninjagoandtheflashar4256]

Dw man. I’m on the same boat as you. That was my mistake too. Cuz just like you, I was unaware that you had to clean it throughly, (as in deep cleaning it). I only cleaned the inside of the reservoir by adding mouthwash to it and then turning it on until the mouthwash runs out. That was all I did. I did NOT know about the whole other thing. And the rest you already know what happened. So yep! Lesson learned 😢😭🤦🏼‍♀️. That why imma take very good care of this new one and keeping it as clean as possible

[@patjohnson4906]

any suggestions on having the button stick. If i push it in it won't come right back out. I finally got it to pop out. Now I don't touch it, just use it that way. maybe a cleaning will help. Thanks for the video I didn'y know all of that.

[@waterpik]

Hello Pat! Cleaning the unit and soaking the handle once a month will help prevent this issue. Our products do carry a warranty. If you need assistance, we would be happy to look into this for you and open a warranty claim if necessary. You can email me directly at [e-mail] or call customer service at 1-800-525-2774 Monday through Friday from 7:00am to 5:00pm Mountain Time for assistance.

[@dillo1594]

How often should a Waterpik unit be replaced? Since they presumably don't last a lifetime, I'm wondering how long you recommend before replacing the unit entirely.

[@SomethingtoappeaseGoogle-1024]

The waterpik I bought back in November last year broke yesterday as in the motor does nothing. I went ahead and ordered the radiance which I had only avoided originally because $120 for something that might not be what I think it is, eh $40 at target was preferable at the time basically. I still haven’t tried running vinegre through my current unit so I’ll see if that does anything but if it’s outright broken whatever the radiance is a million times better. My model has an on off switch on the actual unit and also the handheld part. People make mistakes and to now have a unit with just one and on the handheld part plus the magnetic stuff cool name and pristine new unit, yeah.

[@rkirk111]

Thank you for sharing

[@robinmiller395]

It is impossible to drain the water from the hose, which results in mold. I shake the tube and water continues to come out for several minutes!

[@waterpik]

We're sorry you are having this difficulty. To drain the handle, you can run the unit for an additional 5-7 seconds after use. For assistance, please contact us at 1-800-525-2774 or email [e-mail].

[@robinmiller395]

The spiral tube thru which the water goes to reach the handle remains full of water. It does not drain completely. @edntz

[@imonlytellingthetruth]

Mine as well and after only weeks and after only 2 weeks the hole where the flosser sits in, smells of mildew or mold. I've rinsed and rinsed with vinegar and hydrogen peroxide and i dry it out very carefully and thoroughly and i do this cleaning video once a week. There must be some way of getting out all the water from the inside hose.

[@chrisbear163]

How do you clean the Aquarius model handle since it can be ejected?

[@CosmicTeapot]

Can't you do the same thing as shown, just with the tube sticking out of whatever container you're immersing the handle in?

[@geki9063]

Why do they recommend a water/vinegar solution for cleaning the outside of the unit? Is regular soap & water harmful?

[@waterpik]

You can clean the product when necessary by using a soft cloth and mild non-abrasive cleanser. To clean the internal parts of your unit, we recommend 2 TB of white vinegar in a full reservoir of warm water. If you have any other questions, please reach out to us at 1-800-525-2774 or email [e-mail].

[@mackenzie2184]

I just received the Cordless Express water flosser for Christmas. Model: WF-02W010/02W012. Are the tips still the same when cleaning it?

[@M-.-Jones]

I found soaking the handle wasn't enough. Additional suggestion is to take a toothbrush with soap or toothpaste and scrub the handle crevasses and the hole where the spouts go in.

[@maricarol85]

A little dish soap might be better than using toothpaste, as toothpaste is abrasive and can scratch. JMHO

[@farleygibbs6320]

​@@maricarol85 Toothpaste is too abrasive for cleaning an appliance, but we'll use it on our teeth? lol

[@solcastro9279]

@@farleygibbs6320 teeth enamel is harder than plastic.

[@amberwalker4039]

@@farleygibbs6320 www.familydentisttree.com/abrasive-toothpaste-whats-teeth/ to check the abrasion of your toothpaste. After several years, your toothpaste can cause more damage to your teeth through erosion than if you had limited your toothpaste use to just once a day. A toothbrush itself is abrasive, so using it alone can cause erosion. Majority of toothpastes are only used for the taste and the idea that you now have fresher breath, but some contain ingredients that kill all bacteria, even the good kind that helps your mouth stay healthy.

[@CosmicTeapot]

@@farleygibbs6320 It's always a marvelous experience to witness an ignorant person laugh condescendingly, blissfully unaware that they are incorrect.

[@Elaineangel]

Thank you

[@jasonchambers4495]

How do I dry the reservoir after washing? I never can get the water out completely.

[@waterpik]

You can open the reservoir fill door and set the reservoir on its side to allow condensation to evaporate.

[@gaalxystar1873]

Thank you for the cleaning guide. I got a problem for my flosswe tip when I use the highest speed on my waterpik it suddenly came out I had no choice but to use my fingers to hold it down

[@waterpik]

We're sorry this is happening. It might just be the tip is not fully engaged. Please try inserting the tip fully into the handle until you hear a click. If you're still having an issue, please contact us at 1-800-525-2774 or email [e-mail].

[@kerrypelzman737]

I had this problem too and was told likely had to replace the tip. I did so and cleaning also seemed to help.@@waterpik

[@patblair7385]

This does nothing to clean out the black mold that has built up somewhere inside the handle or hose.

[@waterpik]

Running distilled white vinegar and warm water through the unit and handle regularly, as recommended, will prevent the issue by breaking down any buildup that may be accumulating. If you use additives or have very hard water, you can do certainly do it more often.

[@robinmiller395]

I can't get all the water out of the hose. This is a design problem!!

[@reginaldjeffers3156]

Fantastic info.

[@marinaalex0510]

I have the 560 Model (actually we have 2 of them). I've been doing as advised in manuals: "Never immerse 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 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" But when I remove the reservoir to clean, I see the yellow build up on the surface inside the unit. How to clean it if "never immerse unit in water"?

[@waterpik]

Hello Marina. once the reservoir is removed, take a damp cloth with a mild dish soap and wipe down the area where the reservoir attaches. There is no need to submerge the unit.

[@marinaalex0510]

@@waterpik Thank you

[@rcamos2908]

I take mine to the kitchen, wash and rinse using the spray hose, works great and it’s clean.

[@marinaalex0510]

@@rcamos2908 Thanks, I'll try to use a hose, because using a damp cloth is not clean enough

[@narutoninjagoandtheflashar4256]

@@marinaalex0510 make sure you keep yours very clean and take good care of it. That was my mistake for my previous waterpik (which broke after a year 😢). I didn’t clean it throughly and thought I knew what I was doing. But nope! Little did I know that mold still builds up on the inside even though the part is sealed 🤢. And that’s how it broke. Lesson learned 😭🤦🏼‍♀️. I bought a new waterpik this time, (which is not a hand held version but counter. But yeah! Imma do everything I can to take good care of it and keep it as clean as possible.

[@staubmareline]

My water pik stopped sending water to the handle! It’s not even a year old! Never had this happen to other water piks in the past. Ideas?

[@waterpik]

We are sorry to hear that this is happening. It could just need the jet tip replaced or the unit may need to be cleaned. If cleaning the unit or changing the tip does not fix the issue, please let us know! Email us at [e-mail] or call us at [phone] and we would be happy to help.

[@shyshy2008]

I have the waterpik 660 Aquarius. Is it ok to soak the handle of this model in vinegar and water? I doesn’t say in the manual.

[@waterpik]

Certainly! Learn how here: www.waterpik.com/oral-health/product-support/articles/how-to-clean-waterpik-water-flosser-vinegar/

[@olehansen_Norway]

Hello @Waterpik ! Great video, nevertheless: How many % of vinegar is to be used? The White vinegar I can buy in Norway is either 5, 7 or 35% . Which one to use??

[@elizabethlarke4738]

Didn’t mention putting gasket back in resevoir☹️

[@anelasaljic3664]

What if I click the blue button on the stick how to undo that

[@gummybear41283]

I used straight vinegar, no water, is that ok?

[@BIGBADBOB150]

I have a portable Waterpik. I can clean it all very easily - except for the "pyramid" inside the water chamber, at the bottom. It looks disgusting - very dirty etc. Any ways to clean inside this area? Otherwise I will have to try & buy a new chamber, it's so bad. Thanks.

[@waterpik]

You can clean inside the reservoir with a mild dish soap and warm water, or you can put it in the top rack of the dishwasher, just make sure you turn the heated dry cycle off. If you need further assistance, please contact us at 1-800-525-2774. Thanks.

[@86figs]

So if you don’t have a washer and you own a cordless water flosser you’re screwed when comes to cleaning the inside of the reservoir.

[@waterpik]

You can clean the reservoir with a mild dish soap and warm water if you do not have a dishwasher. For more information, please call 1-800-525-2774.

[@totallyphy2517]

how often should you clean it?

[@waterpik]

We recommend cleaning your unit every 1-3 months to ensure optimal performance.

[@davidfeinberg7628]

How about a video, or even written instructions, for the Model 360? This says amount of white vinegar depends on my model. The manual says NOTHING about a white vinegar mixture.

[@waterpik]

Hi David - We are sorry for the confusion. The official recommendation from the instruction manual of the WP-360 is one tablespoon of distilled vinegar to a reservoir of warm water.

[@HSNCsenior]

I can not remove the black valve on my unit. Can I hand wash with valve in place?

[@waterpik]

We are sorry you are having this difficulty. Here's some more information about removing the reservoir valve:www.waterpik.com/oral-health/product-support/articles/reservoir-valve/. If you still need assistance, please email [e-mail] for assistance. Or call customer service at 1-800-525-2774 Monday through Friday from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm Mountain Time for assistance.

[@llucsan]

I do not recommend putting it in the dishwasher! I tried this today, and my reservoir is now misshapen.

[@waterpik]

Oh no! We are sorry this happened. We have replacement reservoirs available and would be happy to help. You can call us at 1-800-525-2774 or email [e-mail] for assistance. Also, for future reference, please make sure the reservoir is placed on the top rack of the dishwasher and the heated-dry cycle is turned off.

[@JeffSayYes]

How about the unit itself and the underside?

[@waterpik]

You can clean the product when necessary by using a soft cloth and mild non-abrasive cleanser to wipe exterior.

[@heliocentrism1836]

Is it okay to submerge the flosser tip in boiling water to clean?

[@waterpik]

You can maintain the jet tips by soaking in 2 parts water and 1 part hydrogen peroxide or distilled white vinegar for 5-10 minutes. We recommend replacing the Jet Tips every three months.

[@DarkHill43]

Why do you need to change the tip? Can you just wash it?

[@waterpik]

The tip can become clogged and/or affected by mineral deposits which lowers the lifespan of your unit. You can maintain the jet tips by soaking in distilled white vinegar for 5-10 minutes.

[@DarkHill43]

@@waterpik thank you

[@markhargreaves5894]

My dentist recommended rinsing my model wpa460 with 2 tankfuls of 50/50 bleach/water solution and then several tanks of water. Is this ok?

[@waterpik]

Here's a link to information regarding adding mouthwash and other solutions to your water flosser. www.waterpik.com/oral-health/product-support/articles/waterpik-mouthwash/.

[@H-do8tr]

Please add an Arabic subtitle please.

[@devilzangel385]

Why not just make it so you can open the whole system and let it dry properly? I have had a handheld for a few months that I’m about to throw out because of likely mold build up. This thing is just as bad as a keurig.

[@MugiwaraPiratesLover]

How often should we do this procedure?

[@Stevaside]

It says "every 1 to 3 months" at the end of the video

[@robinmiller395]

Even after following all of the directions in your video and the comments below, the spiral hose does not drain completely, defeating all my efforts to clean the product. I am sorry I purchased it.

[@waterpik]

We're sorry you're having this issue. We'd like to get some additional information and see if we can help. Please contact us at 1-800-525-2774 or email [e-mail].

[@ferusaurus4261]

Question - I have the 660 model and I can't get the valve to pop out. The manual says it's top rack safe but this video is telling me to remove it. I'm afraid I'll ruin the valve if I try washing it in the top rack. Anyone have any tips?

[@waterpik]

The WP-660 features a spring-loaded valve that is not removable.

[@aaronmercado5171]

Can I use apple cider vinegar instead of white vinegar?

[@waterpik]

Hi Aaron! We do not recommend using apple cider vinegar to clean the product as it has sugar in it and will cause build up.

[@karameldrip9703]

I used a small amount of ACV for my handheld water reservoir. I let it soak 4-5 mins and it's sparkling clean. I won't use it again because it's not recommended. It really needed to be cleaned and that's all that I had.

[@KentPetersonmoney]

and how often should we do this?

[@waterpik]

We recommend cleaning your water flosser at least once a month.

[@KentPetersonmoney]

@@waterpik how much vinegar are you supposed to use?

[@waterpik]

If you click on the link to the video, it will explain in detail, how to clean your water flosser.

[@marinaalex0510]

@@waterpik Exactly, I was going to say that it is all in a manuals attached. But the video has been helpful too, thanks

[@megalol1344]

I took the valve out now I can’t put it back in 😡

[@waterpik]

We are sorry to hear you are having trouble with your reservoir valve. Please contact us at 1-800-525-2774 or email [e-mail] for assistance.

[@KingSullification]

Black mold forms inside the handle due to bad design.

[@waterpik]

Hello there, the handle does have a hollow cavity, but it is not a defect. If you make sure to flush any residual additives (if used)) from the unit after each use and if you clean the unit regularly, including soaking the handle as instructed in this video, it will prevent any kind of build up from forming. For more information on how to care for our products, here is a link to our blog: www.waterpik.com/oral-health/product-support/articles/how-to-clean-waterpik-water-flosser-vinegar/

[@jayneperry7229]

@@waterpik how do you remove the cord from the handle? Your video and picture show soaking the handle in the container WITHOUT the cord still attached from unit to handle.

[@waterpik]

@@jayneperry7229 - You can remove the hose by unscrewing the two screws on the base of the unit. If you have any questions, give us a call at 1-800-525-2774. Thank you.

[@portablezaps6517]

Black mold forms becuase you have bad hygiene

[@KaraLey98]

@@waterpikGood that you answered this question. In fact, leaving that part out of the video for the sake of brevity, or assuming consumers just “know” these things, doesn’t help.

[@colormemandy]

What if my waterpik no longer shoots out water?

[@waterpik]

Hi there! We are sorry that you are experiencing an issue with your flosser. You may have a clogged jet tip. Try a new jet tip or clean your existing jet tip by soaking it in distilled white vinegar for 10-15 minutes. If this does not fix the issue, please contact customer service at 1-800-525-2774 Monday through Friday from 7:00am to 5:00pm Mountain Time for assistance.

[@StartVisit]

replace attachment tips every 3months? go fish!

[@marinaalex0510]

According to the manual attached, only special tips - like Orthodontic, Plaque seeker - tips has been recommended to replace about every 3 months, as for your toothbrush, and a Classic type - to replace once in 6 months. Am I right, ​ @Waterpik ? And if you use them interchangeably - so less often. All of this actually makes sense

[@StartVisit]

i’m talking about regular floss tips, no reason to replace ever unless broken or damaged somehow

[@marinaalex0510]

@@StartVisit You maybe are right, unless the tip can get clogged in its root

[@MrCholoPants3415]

That's a lot of effort

[@narutoninjagoandtheflashar4256]

Yeah! But if you want your waterpik to keep functioning and last as long as it can, then you have to clean it. Don’t make the same mistake as me

[@CatherineStar]

It is but either do it every 1-3 months like they recommend OR you can just use it until it's so gross to use or no longer works, throw it away or donate or w/e and buy yourself a new one....repeat cycle...guess it depends how much dispensible income you have and how much you value your waterpik...I've been cleaning mine when I remember or when the little black specs remind me...😅 It's working well!

[@zay_y]

How often should you clean your waterpik flosser?

[@brbinjectingdisinfectant6292]

Every one to three months

[@waterpik]

We recommend cleaning your unit every 1-3 months to keep the unit working at it's best.

[@Masha-kd2im]

@@waterpik wht types of vinegars we should use? Cause they’re many types of vinegar out there… and how many percent %???

[@waterpik]

@@Masha-kd2im Based on your model, mix 1-2 tablespoons of white vinegar with 16 ounces of warm water. If you have any further questions, please let us know! You can email us at [e-mail] or call 1-800-525-2774.

[@InspectorTokage]

This is such a lie! The container (reservoir) doesn’t come off

[@waterpik]

Hi AJ- The reservoir can be easily detached. If you are having difficulty removing the reservoir, please reach out to us at 1-800-525-2774. Thank you.