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D-0115687-C (OM008) ā 170 Operating Manual
1.4 Standard contents
Model 170 Audiometer Audiometric headset
Carrying case Patient response switch
Mains adapter Audiogram cards
Operating manual & Audiview Calibration certificate
1.5 Optional accessories
Additional audiogram cards
Audibase software USB Cable
Printer(s) Printer cable(s)
Audiocups (noise reducing earphone enclosures)
2 Important Safety Instructions
The Model 170 instrument must be used only by
practitioners qualified to perform audiometric tests. It
is intended for use as a screening tool.
2.1 Precautions
READ THIS OPERATING MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE
THE INSTRUMENT
To comply with the standards IEC 60601-1 for safety and IEC 60601-1-2
for EMC the audiometer is designed to be used only with the medically-
approved mains adapter supplied, which is specified as part of the
equipment. Do not use any other type of mains adapter with this
instrument. Refer to Section 12 for the stock number of the adapter.
The audiometer is for indoor use only and should be used only as
described in this manual.
The transducers supplied with the audiometer are specifically calibrated
with it; if these transducers are changed calibration will be required.