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Tag Archives: air water syringe
Tech Tips #50: Cross-Over- Part 1
What is cross-over? What causes it, and how do you fix it?
And no, we don’t mean a 4 wheel drive vehicle that combines the features of a sedan, wagon, and SUV.
As we discussed way back in Tech Tips #3 Dental Pneumatics, most dental units run on air and require air for just about everything, including [...]
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Tech Tips #48: What Tech Tips Can Do for You!
It’s hard to believe it’s been four years. Way back in issue #1 we stated that the goal of Tech Tips was to help dentists and staff increase their independence, reduce down time, and get the most out of their equipment.
Here we are, four years later, and that is precisely what we’ve done!
Thousands of practitioners [...]
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Tech Tips #43: Air/Water Syringe Troubleshooting
Air/water syringes are the workhorses of the operatory but can often exhibit minor malfunctions. Most difficulties you encounter with your syringe can be easily addressed in just a few minutes by the office staff.
Air mixing with water (or water mixing with air).
If either button is sticking, that could cause the air or water to continue [...]
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Tech Tips #41: How to Rebuild Your Air/Water Syringe- Video
Save time and money with this helpful video. It demonstrates just how easy rebuilding your air water syringe can be.
For more information on syringe repairs and troubleshooting leaking syringes please visit the following issues of Tech Tips:
How to Repair a Leaky Syringe- Part 1
How to Repair a Leaky Syringe- Part 2
Can’t see the video? You [...]
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Tech Tips #30- Air/Water Syringe Installation
Installing a new air/water syringe onto a dental delivery system is a very straight-forward affair. Whether replacing an existing syringe or adding a new one, anyone can install a syringe in minutes.
Tools you will need:
Sleeve tool– a specialized tool used to slide the sleeve clamps over the tubing once the tubing is on your barbs.
Sharp [...]
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Tech Tips #13: How to Repair a Leaky Syringe- Part 2
How to Repair a Leaky Syringe – Part 2
In our last Tech Tips newsletter, Syringe Repair – Part 1, we discussed identifying and replacing your syringe buttons and other helpful tips. (Please visit our Tech Tips newsletter archive if you missed part 1 or if you would like to view any [...]
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Tech Tips #12: How to Repair a Leaky Syringe- Part 1
How to Repair a Leaky Syringe – Part 1
Why pay a service technician to repair your air/water syringe when it only takes a few minutes to accomplish? Here are some simple ways to keep your costs down by learning how to do a simple repair by yourself.
A worn button or valve [...]
Tech Tips #6: Syringes
Syringes
Installing a syringe can be accomplished in minutes by anyone using just a few simple tools. You will need a syringe (of course), a sharp scissors or diagonal (wire) cutter, and a sleeve tool. If you don’t have a sleeve tool, you can also use a slip-joint pliers. You may also need [...]
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Tech Tips #51: Cross-Over Part 2