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4341 State Street Road
Skaneateles Falls, NY 13153-0220
140400-1 Rev. A

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  • Page 1 4341 State Street Road Skaneateles Falls, NY 13153-0220 140400-1 Rev. A...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Function and Intended Application ....10 SureSight Display, Controls, and Features ... . 11 First Time Set-Up .
  • Page 4 Screening Mode ........22 Updating SureSight Software ......22 Hand Strap Replacement .

  • Page 5: Warnings & Symbols

    Disassembly of instrument beyond the extent described in this manual will void the warranty. Refer all servicing to Welch Allyn or a Welch Allyn authorized service representative listed in the Servicing, Calibration and Warranty Information section. Opening this device can expose the user to harmful invisible laser radiation.
  • Page 6 Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the battery pack. There are no user serviceable parts inside pack. Do not attempt to directly solder to the battery pack. Do not attempt to connect the positive and negative battery terminals to each other, nor to any other device. “Caution”...
  • Page 7 Type BF Equipment. Double Insulated. ETL listed: UL2601-1, CSA C22.2 No. 601.1, IEC 60601-1, AS 3200.1. IEC 60601-1-2 Australia EMC Framework Compliance The CE mark on this device indicates that it has been tested and conforms to the provisions noted within the 93/42/EEC Medical Device Directive.

  • Page 8: Mises En Garde Et Symboles

    60601-1, ou utiliser l'imprimante à distance du patient. Un démontage de l'instrument au-delà des recommandations de ce manuel annule la garantie. Confier toutes réparations à Welch Allyn ou à un représentant agréé par Welch Allyn listé dans la section Informations sur les réparations, l'étalonnage et la garantie.
  • Page 9 Remplacement de la batterie : Remplacer uniquement par une batterie au lithium Welch Allyn modèle n 72420. Ne pas essayer de démonter ou de modifier le bloc-batterie. Il ne contient pas de pièces réparables par l'utilisateur. Ne pas essayer de souder directement sur le bloc-batterie.
  • Page 10 En cas de contact cutané ou oculaire avec une fuite d'électrolytes de la batterie, rincer à l'eau courante et consulter immédiatement un médecin. IPXØ : Non protégé contre l’infiltration d'eau. Ne pas utiliser en présence d'anesthésiques inflammables. Equipement de type BF . Double isolation.
  • Page 11 Authorized European Representative Address: European Regulatory Manager Welch Allyn, Ltd. Navan Business Park Dublin Road Navan, County Meath, Republic of Ireland Telephone: 353-46-67700 Fax: 353-46-28128 Note: This product complies with current required standards for electromagnetic interference and should not present problems to other equipment or be affected by other devices.

  • Page 12: Technical Specifications

    Indicates number of and variation among measurements for the given eye Diopter display: 1/8 or 1/4 diopter increments Axis: 1( increments Stand: Compact charger and SureSight storage Weight: Approximately 2.0 lbs. (0.9 Kg.) Dimensions: 6.5” x 7 .75” x 2” Class II equipment: Continuous operation.
  • Page 13 Low-Battery warning: Indicates 10 - 15 minutes usage remains Interfaces: Remote infrared link to thermal printer. RS-232 interface for IBM compatible PC for future software upgrades/data transfer to electronic medical records. Laser safety: Class 1 Laser Product per CDRH 21CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11, IEC 825-1 (1996) pending and EN60825-1 (1996) pending Patents:...

  • Page 14: Function And Intended Application

    Function and Intended Application Thank you for purchasing the Welch Allyn SureSight™ Autorefractor. Please read and follow the instructions found in this manual before using your new SureSight to ensure accurate and reliable service. SureSight is the child-friendly, portable autorefractor that lets you test patients - including young children and adults - anytime, anywhere.

  • Page 15: Suresight Display, Controls, And Features

    SureSight Display, Controls, and Features Peephole with crosshair target “Right” eye field for aiming Reliability measure Sphere “Left” eye field Cylinder Axis Print and left/ right toggle Start Button Clear results and Child/adult Self-adjusting calibration hand strap...
  • Page 16 Charging Jack Receptacle Receptacle for Battery Compartment RS232 Connection Fixation LEDs Distance Sensor IR link to printer...

  • Page 17: First Time Set-Up

    First Time Set-Up Stand • Insert right angle connector into stand • Optional: Two strips of hook and loop fasteners are provided on the stand. Attach mating strips to countertop or “home” location of the stand. For best results, clean surface and allow to dry before adhering. Hook and loop fasteners keep stand firmly in place for use, while allowing it to be removed as needed.

  • Page 18: Plus Or Minus Cylinder Convention

    Plus or Minus Cylinder Convention Your SureSight was set at the factory to the Minus Cylinder Convention. If you wish to change your unit to the plus convention: 1) Open the battery cover located on the underside of the unit by sliding it in the direction indicated by the arrow and lift up.

  • Page 19: Controls

    SureSight at printer until you hear “tah-dah”) “GO” Button • Unit on: starts test • Unit off: recalls old readings The instrument will turn off when unused for one minute. Any button pressed on the SureSight will bring up results.

  • Page 20: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions • Push any button to turn on the unit. • Position the patient so that eye levels can be adjusted for unit use. • Press the child/adult button until you hear a beep to choose the appropriate calibration. (Child/Adult Calibration cut over age is 6 - see Adult/Child Calibration Section, Page 20 for more information).
  • Page 21 • If you are at the correct distance and not acquiring data: • ensure you are level and square with the patient, • tell the patient to look into the red light, • slowly move the cross-hairs around the eye, and •...

  • Page 22: Important Operating Tips

    Important Operating Tips To insure accurate results and quick tests: • Ambient Lighting: - Don’t perform by uncovered windows - Dimmed light can help for adults w/small pupils • Too dim can make it harder to find the pupil for those with dark eyes. •...

  • Page 23: Results

    S is the sphere in diopters. • C is the cylinder power in diopters. A +9.99 or -9.99 indicates a reading outside the unit’s measurement range. • The SW X.XXe after the date on the printout is the software revision level in the SureSight unit.

  • Page 24: Adult/Child Calibration

    Adult/Child Calibration The adult/child calibration makes three basic changes to the way the unit operates. • Corrects distance target to match the “size” of the face being tested. • Selects the proper default accommodation setting. • Activates the screening referral indicators (in screening mode only). Adult/Child Mode Tips •...

  • Page 25: Charging

    To prolong on-time, press three buttons simultaneously to shut down. Recycling Lithium Ion Battery Welch Allyn now employs the services of an agency which can disassemble and recycle all components of rechargeable batteries so that nothing gets landfilled or incinerated. Should you wish to dispose of your expended Welch Allyn rechargeable battery via recycling (in the U.S.

  • Page 26: Screening Mode And Software Updates

    Using tweezers or another appropriate tool, pull the second switch (starting with the side of the unit with the handstrap) up towards the bottom of the SureSight. Updating SureSight Software If it is necessary or desired to update the unit software: 1) Connect the 9-pin female side of the cable supplied with the software disk to a PC (IBM compatible, 486 processor, Windows 3.1 or higher) COM1 or...

  • Page 27: Hand Strap Replacement

    SureSight device. Do not sterilize SureSight or any of its components. All windows on the SureSight can be cleaned with a soft cloth moistened with 70% Isopropyl Alcohol or any standard window cleaner. Keep front window clean to insure proper function.

  • Page 28: Service, Calibration, And Warranty Information

    Warranty SureSight Instrument Welch Allyn, Inc. warrants the SureSight instrument to be free of original defects in material and workmanship and to perform in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications for a period of one year from the date of purchase. If this instrument or any other component thereof is found to be defective or at variance from the manufacturer’s specifications during the warranty period, Welch Allyn...

  • Page 29: Service And Warranty

    Fax: 1-905-890-0008 SureSight Rechargeable Battery Welch Allyn Lithium Ion batteries are warranted by Welch Allyn for two years from date of manufacture (when used in Welch Allyn instruments only). Defective batteries will be replaced on a pro rata basis should failure occur prior to expiration date on battery.
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