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Most dental offices lubricate their handpieces by confirming that the bur is in the chuck and turning the handpiece upside down, assembling the conical red tip applicator into a DentaLube II bottle cap, and placing three drops of DentaLube II into the drive air tube or drive air slot at the rear of the handpiece.
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It is important to follow the manufacturer’s instructions regarding air pressure specifications
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and to use manufacturer-approved tools on the handpiece.
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Prior to lubrication and sterilization, the handpiece should be wiped down with warm water or warm water with a mild detergent.
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The bur should be removed prior to lubricating and purging the handpiece.
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Too much pressure? Remember to follow the manufacturer’s instructions regarding air pressure specifications, found in the manual. Higher air pressure does not mean higher performance.
Put down the pliers. Remember to use manufacturer-approved tools on your handpiece, or refer to your manufacturer to have them repaired. Even if pliers seem like the obvious solution to a small problem, this could cause damage to the handpiece, or even void your warranty.
Keep wipe-downs simple. Remember to wipe your handpiece down with warm water, or warm water with a mild detergent, prior to lubrication and sterilization.
Don’t ignore the bur. Remember to remove your bur prior to lubricating and purging your handpiece; this allows for a more through lubrication and purge of the internal components.
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