Each Waterpik unit comes with an instruction manual. If you lose it, you can download another copy on the Waterpik website. The Waterpik is an elaborate device with several parts that can break and require replacement. The Waterpik website includes a section where tips, accessories and replacement parts are available for sale separate from the main units. You should replace the tips every three to six months. A common issue is that the device sometimes loses water pressure. You can attempt to fix this issue before having to replace the device. Ensure the black valve in the reservoir tank is inserted with the dome side facing up and the four-pronged side facing down. Fill the reservoir at least half full to support pressure. Confirm that the unit is plugged into a fully functioning electrical outlet. Regularly clean the unit by adding a few teaspoons of vinegar or chlorhexidine mouthwash to a full reservoir of warm water. Then drain the reservoir through the handle into the sink until it is empty. A reservoir leak is another common issue. You can attempt to fix this issue before having to replace the device. Remove the black rubber valve from the water tank by pushing it out from the bottom. Run the valve under warm water and massage with your fingers. Return the valve to the tank. Ensure the dome side is facing up and the four-prong side is showing on the bottom.
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One-sentence summary -- Use the instruction manual. Buy replacement parts. Fix a drop in water pressure. Fix a leaking reservoir.

Q: Introduce basic information up front. Who are you and what is your relationship to the person you are writing for? How long have you known the person in question? How much time do you spend together? Where did you meet? Readers of a character reference letter want to know exactly what kind of relationship the writer has to the individual for whom they're vouching. Spend time thinking about the nature of your relationship to the individual in question. Be detailed. Instead of saying, "I've known Tom for three years," say instead, "I have had the pleasure of working alongside Tom for the past three years at Yum Yum Burgers in Paytonville, Ohio." Character references should follow a three-part format consisting of an opening introductory paragraph in which you describe who you are and your relationship to the person on whose behalf you're writing; a second paragraph in which you lay out your analysis of the person's character; and a closing paragraph in which you beseech the reader to look favorably upon the individual who you're writing about. Close the reference letter by urging the reader to look favorably upon the subject of the letter. Sign it "Sincerely, [your name]." Keep the character reference letter short. The readers don't need page after page of information on a character reference. They need the basics. Keep this in mind when penning a rough draft for your character reference. A character reference letter is not a venue for carefully comparing the good and bad parts of a person's personality, background or lifestyle. It should, instead, be aimed at providing an honest but upbeat assessment of the individual's accomplishments, goals, and personality. A successful character reference will leave the reader with a positive impression of the individual in question. Use positive adjectives in order to stress what a good person your subject is. List, briefly, the relevant accomplishments for the person about whom the reference is being written. For instance, if the individual has donated to philanthropic causes with either time or money, mention as much in your letter. If they have a military background and served with honor, cite their acts of bravery or courage in order to minimize a harsh legal penalty. List also any contributions the individual makes to their church or fraternal organization. If you find yourself wondering whether or not to put a certain accomplishment in, ask yourself, "Is this relevant or does it show good traits?" Before submitting your letter, give it a once-over to catch any spelling, punctuation or grammar mistakes. New word processing technology makes this task easier for those who are not great writers. Check any words which are underlined with a red squiggly line; unless they are names, they are likely misspelled. In addition to spelling and grammar, ensure your facts are correct. Submit a draft copy to the person on whose behalf you're writing in order to ensure everything is correct.
A: Include background on yourself and your relationship to the person you're writing for. Use an appropriate format when writing the character reference. Keep the character reference letter positive. Do a final edit.

Article: Open up one of the containers that the doctor gave you. There should be a small shovel-like tool attached to the cap of the container. Use the shovel to scoop a small bit of stool into the container. Try to take some stool from each end and from the middle. The size of the sample will vary somewhat with the test. Sometimes your doctor will give you a container with a red line and liquid on the inside. You will want to put in enough stool to raise the liquid to the level of the red line. If not, aim for a sample approximately the size of a grape. Flip over the contents of the hat/plastic wrap into the toilet. Flush away the stool and deposit the hat/plastic wrap and any other garbage into a trash bag. Tie the trash bag in a knot, and put it somewhere that you cannot smell it. Whenever possible the sample should be returned immediately. If you are not doing so, it should be refrigerated. Put the container with the stool in a sealed bag and store in the fridge. Label it with your name, date, and time of collection. Consider an opaque bag so that no one can see your stool sample. Under no circumstances should you wait more than 24 hours before returning the sample to a doctor. The bacteria in your stool will grow and change. Usually your doctor will want the sample back within two hours to get an accurate result. Follow up with your doctor to get the results of your stool sample.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Deposit sample in the container. Dispose of your collection device. Refrigerate the sample. Return the samples to your doctor as soon as possible.

Article: How far is it between the top and bottom wires? How far is it around? If you are working with a paneled shade, simply take the measurement of each panel; if you are working with a circular shade, measure the circumference (3.14 x diameter). This is necessary to find out how long and wide your strips of fabric need to be and the amount that will cover your entire shade. This is where the shade becomes all your own. Use one style of material for a battered, distressed look or use all types of coordinating colors and patterns. Just make sure they're long enough! Add one extra inch for the seam allowance. This is needed to wrap around the wire frame. If your lamp is 20" (51 cm) around, make sure you have fabric that, in total, amounts to at least 22" (56 cm) wide. You need adequate overlap to keep the wire frame from showing. Of course, greater overlap than that is always safe, too. If each strip of fabric is 2" (5 cm) across, have at least 11 strips of fabric ready. This ensures that it stays neat, doesn't fray, and looks professional. The edges will only be seen from the inside of your lamp. If you're pressed for time or simply can't be bothered, a simple trim is fine. Using your 1/2 inch (1.25 cm) on either side, affix the strip to the top of the shade with a staple gun, hot glue gun, or needle and thread. Repeat for the bottom. If you use a hot glue gun and glue the material to the wire, you will not be able to gather the fabric when it's finished. If you use a staple gun, it's a good idea to add decorative trim around the top and bottom to obscure those tiny metallic lines from view. You can gather the material together if you stapled or used a needle and thread. Adjust the material to achieve the look you want. Beads, tassles, or extra ribbon can be added onto the top and bottom of your shade to hide any less-than-perfect areas or simply to add more flair.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Take the measurements of your frame. Cut strips of fabric. Hem, trim, or edge the fabric with ribbon. Attach the strips to the top and bottom of the lampshade. Adjust the strips and add trim (optional).