Westone DefendEar Digital Shooter User Manual

Level dependent electronic hearing protection

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WITH CENS® DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY
WITH CENS® DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY
User's Manual
Level Dependent
Electronic Hearing Protection
Contains important information - do not throw away

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  • Page 1 WITH CENS® DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY WITH CENS® DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY User’s Manual Level Dependent Electronic Hearing Protection Contains important information - do not throw away...
  • Page 2: Contents Of Pack

    DefendEar® Digital Shooter dB EXAMPLE SOUNDS INSTANT Gun Shot The DefendEar Digital Shooter is DAMAGE manufactured for protection against noise. Jackhammer ADJUSTABLE DIGITAL AMPLIFICATION THRESHOLD Rock concert OF PAIN Boosts low-level sounds for detecting game moving through leaves and Power tools undergrowth.
  • Page 3: Additional Benefits

    CENS® Hydrophobic Protection DefendEar Digital Hearing Protection devices are protected with Water-Shield™ The Water-Shield bio-compatible coating is a highly durable “Teflon-like” amorphous carbon polymer coating that protects DefendEar Digital modules from accidental liquid exposure. Tests have shown that a hydrophobic coating can reduce water penetration by 3–5 times over an unprotected product.
  • Page 4: Product Markings

    BLUE for left-ear RED for right-ear Every Westone Shooter can be identified by a unique serial number located on the side of the device, and by the manufacturer’s name and model ID on...
  • Page 5: Explanation Of Symbols

    The output of the level dependent circuit of this hearing protector may exceed the daily limit sound level. Always wear your Westone Shooter in noisy environments. If children or disabled persons need to wear Westone Shooter, ensure adequate supervision. Small parts present a choking hazard. Keep away from children.
  • Page 6 PERFORMANCE & LIMITATIONS OF USE (CONTINUED) Do not expose Westone Shooter to X-rays. Do not use Westone Shooter in areas with explosive hazards (i.e. mines). Always ensure the Westone Shooter is working correctly. A melody will be heard when activated initially.
  • Page 7: Storage And Transport

    The design of the device makes it compatible for use with most other types of PPE equipment. If unsure consult the supplier/manufacturer. STORAGE & TRANSPORT Always place the Westone Shooter in the supplied case after use to keep them safe. If the Westone Shooter become wet, remove the battery and ear tip and then wipe with a dry cloth and leave in a warm place to dry out.
  • Page 8 Foam Ear Tips Westone Shooter devices are supplied with 5 different sized foam ear tips: To find out which ear tip suits the size of your ear canal you will need to try all 5 to see which is the most comfortable and creates the best seal. If the tip is too small then the device could fall out.
  • Page 9: Handling Batteries

    Remove the tab on new batteries only when you are ready to use them. Once the tab is removed the battery will discharge and will only last up to one month while the Westone Shooter is not in use. Always keep spare batteries with you. Use a fresh battery each time if you only use Westone Shooter infrequently.
  • Page 10: Removing The Battery

    Removing The Battery Open the battery tray. Gently ease the battery out of the battery compartment. Using the magnet on the end of the brush supplied with Westone Shooter may make this easier. Turning Your Westone Shooter On & Off...
  • Page 11: Adjusting The Volume

    Adjusting the Volume The volume is adjustable via the push-button. The volume push-button has three preset levels: Level 1: Low (+5dB) Level 2: Medium (+11dB) Level 3: High (+18dB) By default, when the device is turned on Level 1 (low) will always be active. Pressing the button once will increase the volume to Level 2 (medium).
  • Page 12 Removal Gripping the extraction cord, gently withdraw the Westone Shooter from the ear. After removal, clean the Westone Shooter and place in the protective case provided. In the extremely unlikely event of the ear tip remaining in the ear on...
  • Page 13 To minimize the risk of blockage and damage caused by the build-up of earwax, each Westone Shooter is fitted with a wax guard. Westone Shooter is supplied with two wax guard changing tools, with a spare red and blue wax guard attached.
  • Page 14: Troubleshooting

    Clean instrument. Westone Shooter emits a series Replace empty battery. of warning bleeps. Westone Shooter does not work. Check if the Westone Shooter is turned on. Gently close battery compartment completely. Replace empty battery. Make sure battery is inserted correctly.
  • Page 15: Sound Attenuation

    Inc. is accredited to test to ANSI S3. 19-1974, ANSI S12.6-2008, ANSI S12.42- 2010, EN352 parts 1-8 and AS/NZ S1270:2002 by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditaion Program (NVLAP). Further information can be obtained from Westone Laboratories, 2235 Executive Circle, Colorado Springs, CO 80906...
  • Page 16 WESTONE LABORATORIES 2235 Executive Circle, Colorado Springs, CO 80906 PHONE: (719) 540-9333 | TOLL-FREE: (800) 525-5071 westone.com/defendear | westone@westone.com Westone and DefendEar are a registered trademarks of Westone Laboratories, Inc. CENS is a registered trademark of Puretone, Ltd | Rev 4...

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