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MalfunctionEFS

WATERPIK WATER FLOSSER

Received May 31, 2017 · Event occurred May 3, 2017

Report 0001712259-2017-00002 · MDR key 6602623

Device

Generic name

Oral Irrigator

Manufacturer

Water Pik, Inc.

Model number

WP-100

Product problems

  • Burst Container or Vessel
  • Expulsion

Patient

40 YR

  • No Consequences Or Impact To Patient
  • No Consequences Or Impact To Patient

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

CUSTOMER CLAIMS UNIT "BLEW UP" DURING USE, CAUSING DAMAGE TO HER COUNTERTOP AND BACKSPLASH. CUSTOMER STATED SHE DID NOT SUFFER ANY INJURY BUT "COULD HAVE BEEN SERIOUSLY HURT." CUSTOMER IS SEEKING RESTITUTION FOR DAMAGE.