Water Flosser December 11, 2020, 11:59:23 am My dental hygienist recommended that I start using a water flosser. I would like to get one that I can use both at home and when out in the LD. This Panasonic unit looks like a possibility: Amazon.com: Panasonic Cordless Ultrasonic Water Flosser, Portable and...Is anyone using a water flosser in their LD and, if so, do you have any suggestions?Thanks,Paul H. As an Amazon Associate Lazy Daze Owners' Group earns from qualifying purchases.
Re: Water Flosser Reply #1 – December 11, 2020, 01:46:26 pm What troubles me about the item you mentioned is it's miniscule water reservoir capacity, a mere few ounces. Seems that you would have to refill it at least a couple of times to get any serious work done.I use a full size 'Water Pic' with a large reservoir which I normally only fill once per use. But, to each his own.The link below is for an essentially comparable item, but there are many different types.Amazon.com: Waterpik Cordless Water Flosser, Battery Operated & Portable for... As an Amazon Associate Lazy Daze Owners' Group earns from qualifying purchases.
Re: Water Flosser Reply #2 – December 11, 2020, 01:54:22 pm While we have no experience with a water flosser, the one shown is rechargeable and only require 60 minutes to recharge, using a small inverter. I see no problems with this.FYI, My dental hygienist wife and my dentist both prefer dental floss and Proxabrushes. We use electric toothbrushes that needed recharging every few days, utilizing a small inverter, without issues. Larry
Re: Water Flosser Reply #3 – December 11, 2020, 02:13:54 pm I've found the smaller type adequate even though it holds less water. Look for the model that has the largest reservoir. I just bought the iTeknic on Amazon which is a Water Pik knock off . It's cheaper and smaller then the Water pik. I do find the Water Pik style easier to use since you working with with a smaller "flosser" connected to a water line. Frank 1 Likes
Re: Water Flosser Reply #4 – December 16, 2020, 09:41:58 am I use a WaterPik and a Braun Oral B at home, and am interested in learning how to handle these in RV life. I was thinking about getting a Jackery battery to power these plus my CPAP. The Taj Mahal only has one 115w solar panel, so I need to find a way to operate these devices without shore power.
Re: Water Flosser Reply #5 – December 16, 2020, 12:27:45 pm Quote from: Maud - December 16, 2020, 09:41:58 amI use a WaterPik and a Braun Oral B at home, and am interested in learning how to handle these in RV life. I was thinking about getting a Jackery battery to power these plus my CPAP. The Taj Mahal only has one 115w solar panel, so I need to find a way to operate these devices without shore power.If you plan on operating the above devices without shore power, prepare to spend some bucks upgrading the solar panels and possibly adding more battery capacity plus an inverter, to run the chargers. 115-watts of solar isn't going to do it, especially in the winter.A Jackery isn't going to magically charge itself, it will need power from someplace for recharging and unless you plan on driving many miles every day, charging off the engine's alternator, or running the generator daily, solar and more battery storage is the solution.Larry
Re: Water Flosser Reply #6 – December 16, 2020, 12:41:20 pm I just checked the label on my WaterPik home flosser, and it shows that it consumes 13 watts. That is a low load, so I would think that you could use a small plug in inverter to operate the device for the few minutes a day that it would run. Check the ratings on a small inverter, and give it a try out in your LD.Bill
Re: Water Flosser Reply #7 – December 16, 2020, 01:29:17 pm Hi Maud. My toothbrush has a two minute timer. Twice a day usage, and it's internal battery is good for at least two weeks. You can charge it daily, but it doesn't need it. A small inverter is good. BESTEK 200W Power Inverter DC 12V to 110V AC with 4.2A 4-Port USB This one will run the WaterPik. The USB ports are voltage reduced from 12V. and don't directly involve the inverter circuitry. Higher wattage inverters waste more power, since there is a power penalty while it is on, for the power you don't use. While you are using the WaterPik, you can recharge the toothbrush. In a TK it would be easy to put a 12vdc outlet just below the counter, or on the underneath side of the cabinet, above the sink. Larry mentioned the real cure: more panels on the roof, and more batteries. The CPAP is more a problem if you use the water humidifier, that takes more power over a longer time. See how well things work as-is, before you invest in more panels. As you get more experience, you'll develop a better idea of what you will need. RonB 2 Likes
Re: Water Flosser Reply #8 – December 17, 2020, 10:41:04 am We recently purchased this one Panasonic DJ10-W Cordless Dental Water Flosser for travel. Kind of awkward but it works, is compact, and no external power required. Also ordered this travel case for it Hard Storage Travel Case Fits Panasonic EW-DJ10 Oral Dental Water Flosser.Charles As an Amazon Associate Lazy Daze Owners' Group earns from qualifying purchases.
Re: Water Flosser Reply #9 – December 20, 2020, 01:42:15 am Paul:We use this one: Amazon.com: Waterpik Cordless Water Flosser Rechargeable Portable Oral...This year we bought a new one as the old one wasn’t holding a charge very long.The new one holds a charge for more than 10 uses using the strongest water jet level and 2 reservoirs full - I have not run it down before recharging to know how long it can last but no signs of slowing down after 10 uses.One reservoir worth gives me enough to go over my entire mouth at a moderate pace.I have teeth that have tighter gaps, so I floss, then waterpik and I use 2 reservoirs (about 12 oz total) so I can spend a couple seconds in-between each tooth (as well generally go over the gums).We do have a small inverter for charging.Maud,Cpaps use low amps unless you are using a humidifier and/or heated tubing. Many cpap users just fill the humidifier tank so some moisture is picked up from it but don’t have the humidifier heating element turned on. I looked at this years ago (before we got an RV) and it was something like 10 amps a week. It depends on your pressure settings. Check things out by living in the RV for 24 hours and see what you use. Remember your batteries will also need to run your water pump, circuit boards for some of the appliances (like refrigerator), lights, and the furnace is a big battery hog. You will need to recharge with a generator, your LD chassis alternator, or solar – how often depends on how you use your batteries (we could go 3-4 days with no furnace, only one night with the furnace, but we recharge at about 70%).Jane As an Amazon Associate Lazy Daze Owners' Group earns from qualifying purchases.
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