Welch Allyn OAE Hearing Screener - User Manual - Manual (Page 8)

Customer responsibility
WARNING The screener and its components will perform reliably only
when operated and maintained in accordance with the instructions
contained in this directions for use, accompanying labels, and inserts. A
defective product should not be used. Make sure all connections to
external accessories are tight and secured properly. Parts which may be
broken or missing or are visibly worn, distorted, or contaminated should be
replaced immediately with clean, genuine replacement parts manufactured
by or available from Welch Allyn.
WARNING This product should not be used in the presence of fluid that
can come into contact with any of the electronic components or wiring.
Should the user suspect fluids have contacted the system components or
accessories, the unit should not be used until deemed safe by a Welch
Allyn certified service technician.
WARNING Do NOT use the screenr in the presence of flammable
gaseous mixtures. There is the possibility of explosions or fire when used
in close proximity to flammable anesthetic gases.
WARNING Do NOT use the screener in a highly oxygen-enriched
environment, such as a hyperbaric chamber, oxygen tent, and the like.
WARNING Equipment is not user repairable. Repairs and battery
replacement must be performed only by a qualified service representative.
CAUTION Use and store the screener indoors only. Operate the screener
within an ambient temperature range of 15°C / 59°F to 35°C / 95°F and in
relative humidity between 30% and 90% (non-condensing).
CAUTION Transport and store the screener in temperatures between
+5°C / 41° F to 40°C / 104° F.
CAUTION Annual calibration is recommended. Have an authorized Welch
Allyn service technician perform electrical safety checks on the unit in order
to maintain continued compliance with IEC and UL 60601-1.
Safety precautions
WARNING Do not open the case of the screener. Only Welch Allyn
service personnel or an authorized repair center are authorized to perform
warranty service. Performing unauthorized service on a screener that is
within warranty may void the warranty.
WARNING Do not touch the contacts on the bottom of the screener and
the patient at the same time.
WARNING Do not connect the instrument to the patient and the computer
at the same time.
WARNING In case of emergency, disconnect the screener from the
supply mains by removing the micro-USB cable from the connector as
described in the “Charge Battery” section.
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