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Cleaning Tips and Maintenance

 

Thank you for your purchase of our SinuPulse irrigator. 90% of the time loss of pressure or clogging is a result of saline corrosion, calcification or hard water deposits which may have formed within the unit or in the tip itself. Saline is highly corrosive and can contribute to premature wear. It is very important to ensure that the unit is rinsed with a tank of clean water after each use and that any saline solution or residue that may have spilled on the unit is wiped clean. Salt residue should not be allowed to build up inside the tank or on the outer housing especially around the control knobs and power button. If you take the following steps and perform them regularly, as needed, it should keep the unit working well especially if you live in a hard water area.

 

Step 1


Start with a diluted vinegar solution 1 part vinegar 2 parts water. If this is not sufficient simply increase the level of vinegar in the cleaning solution. If necessary you can even use straight vinegar.

 

Step 2


Be sure to soak the tank with a small amount of the vinegar solution and be sure to clean the area around  the white valve in the bottom of the tank. Look for any calcification, salt, or mineral deposits which might form under the valve. You can easily remove the valve for better cleaning. It is also advisable to wipe down the outer housing after each use to ensure any salt residue is kept to a minimum.

 

Step 3


Insert the vinegar solution into the handle opening where the Sinus tip is inserted and allow to soak for 20-30 minutes.

 

Step 4


Fill the water tank halfway with the solution and place the sinus tip inside the water tank so that the solution will recirculate and run two or three 45 second cycles. Allow the unit to cool for a few minutes between cycles.

 

Step 5


Remove the tip so the handle is empty, fill the water tank with warm water, and hold the wand (handle) over the sink without a tip in place. Turn the unit on and allow the water to come out of the handle. Push on the pause control button on the handle a few times to loosen up any residue that may have formed in this area as well.

 

Step 6


Soak the sinus tip itself in the vinegar  solution to remove any mineral deposits which may have formed within the tip as well. You can remove the silicone bulb for better access to the stem. Be careful to pull the nasal bulb slowly straight off so as not to break the stem.

 

Step 7


On the bottom of the water tank on the male connector you will find a small black "O" ring that helps seal the water tank when seated on top of the SinuPulse. This "O' ring is made of material designed to be resistant to the drying effect of saline but over time occasionally the "O" ring may loose lubrication contributing to difficulty seating the water tank securely.This can be easily remedied with a simple application of Vaseline or petrroleum jelly on the O" ring.

 

Following the steps outlined above will in most cases eliminate any residue which may be contributing to some clogging which can reduce or interrupt the flow rate and ensure proper operation.