Important Safety Instructions - Maico ERO SCAN Operating Instructions Manual

Operating Instructions ERO SCAN

2 Important Safety Instructions

The MAICO ERO•SCAN™ Screener Otoacoustic Emission Test System should
be used only by those individuals trained to perform the testing for which it
has been designed. No person should attempt to use this instrument without
the necessary knowledge and training to understand how this equipment is to
be properly utilized and interpreted.
The ERO•SCAN™ Screener Instrument probe tip must not be
inserted into an ear at any time without a disposable eartip
properly affixed.
Precautions
READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THIS SYSTEM.
Use this device only as described in this manual.
Use only the disposable eartips designed for use with this instrument.
Never insert the probe tip into the ear canal without affixing an eartip.
The eartips are disposable and for single patient use only. Do not clean or
reuse eartips.
Use only disposable 1.5v AA/UM-3/R6 Alkaline batteries for the test
instrument. Do not use rechargeable cells in this device; do not mix battery
types and do not mix old and new batteries.
Remove the batteries from the instrument if it will not be used for 4 weeks or
more.
Do not immerse the unit in any fluids. See the Cleaning section of this manual
for proper cleaning procedures.
Do not drop or otherwise cause undue impact to this device. If the instrument
is dropped or otherwise damaged, return it to the manufacturer for repair
and/or calibration. Do not use the instrument if any damage is suspected.
Use and store the instrument indoors only. Do not use this instrument or its
accessories in temperatures below 40°F (4°C) or above 100°F (38°C), or in
relative humidity of more than 90%.
Do not attempt to open or service the instrument. Return the instrument to
the manufacturer for all service. Opening the instrument case will void the
warranty.
Do not operate the printer if the power supply has a damaged cord or plug.
See the instructions on the following page.
Do not expose the printed results to sunlight or heat. Printing on thermal
paper fades with exposure to light or heat.
Photocopies of test results should be made if the records are to be kept
indefinitely.
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