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1) Remove the reservoir from the Propulse Ear Irrigator.
2) Remove the old Mushroom Valve from the reservoir and discard
3) Insert a new Mushroom Valve without bending or exer�ng undue force on the legs of the
Mushroom Valve, into the reservoir.
4) Check the condi�on of the ‘O’ ring on the base of the reservoir and if worn replace with a new
unit specific ‘O’ ring.
5) Return the reservoir to the machine
DETAILED INFORMATION
Fi�ng the Footswitch
The footswitch is connected to the main unit by a socket in the side of the device. The
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Propulse
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Propulse Ear Irrigator will NOT operate unless the footswitch is connected.
Filling the water reservoir
It is recommended that:
i) The water reservoir is removed from the device for filling and that the lid is always in place when
the water container is in-situ on the device.
ii) The water reservoir should be filled to the horizontal line on the front. This helps to eliminate the
risk of spillage.
iii) Water at 40°C is recommended. Higher temperatures increase the risk of scalding and burns to
the pa�ent. Lower temperatures increase the risk of pa�ent discomfort and dizziness.
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Fi�ng the Propulse QrX™ Tip
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The Propulse Ear Irrigator is designed to be used only with Propulse QrX™ Single Use Tips.
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Use one Pr
opulse QrX™ Tip per treatment.
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To fit a Propulse QrX™ Tip
1) Remove Tip from packaging - Tips are non-sterile.
2) Push Tip into Handle un�l a click can be heard.
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To remove a Propulse QrX™ Tip
1) Retract the QrX™ Locking Collar using a thumb.
2) Grasp the used QrX™ Tip between forefinger and thumb and pull gently from the QrX™ Handle.
3) Dispose of the used Tip in accordance with local authority guidelines. DO NOT REUSE TIPS.
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Propulse QrX™ Tips are available to purchase in boxes of 100 individually wrapped (non-sterile)
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�ps from your normal Propulse supplier or from Mirage directly (UK only). Propulse QrX™ Tips
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are clearly branded with the Propulse logo on the �p and its packaging. Only branded Propulse
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QrX™ Tips should be used with the Propulse Ear Irrigator.
Replacing the Mushroom Valve
The Mushroom Valve is specifically designed to prevent water flowing out of the reservoir whilst
filling. Should a replacement Mushroom Valve be required, please follow the steps below -
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This will help prevent possible damage to the water inlet valve.