Samson SR850B Semi-Open Studio Headphones (Blue) - Manual (Page 3)

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WARNING! This product is capable of causing permanent damage to your hearing if
used at excessive volumes!
To protect your hearing, the Samson SR850’s should always be used at as low a
volume as possible. We recommend that you stringently follow the guidelines
established by the U.S. Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) regarding
maximum time exposure at various sound pressure levels:
. Don’t use this product for more than 8 hours at 90 dB SPL
. Don’t use this product for more than 4 hours at 95 dB SPL
. Don’t use this product for more than 2 hours at 100 dB SPL
. Don’t use this product for more than 1 hour at 105 dB SPL
. Don’t use this product for more than 1/2 hour at 110 dB SPL
. Don’t use this product for more than 15 minutes at 115 dB SPL
. Don’t operate at listening levels of greater than 120 dB SPL!
Pay attention to what your ears are telling you! Ringing is a sign that you have set
the gain levels too high and that damage may result. We recommend that you con-
sult with a qualified audiologist if you exhibit ringing or any other symptoms.