2. Important Safety Instructions
The Otowave 102 instrument must be used only by
practitioners qualified to perform tympanometric tests. It
is intended for transient use as a screening and
diagnostic tool; however no surgical or medical
procedure should be undertaken solely on the basis of
results obtained from the instrument.
2.1. Precautions
READ THIS OPERATING MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE
THE INSTRUMENT
The tympanometer is for indoor use only and should be used only as
described in this manual.
Refer to the precautions specified in Section 4.1 regarding the use of
batteries.
Before the first use of the instrument each day, or if suspect or inconsistent
results are apparent, the checks specified in Section 10 must be carried
out. If these do not give the results specified, the instrument must not be
used.
Never insert the probe into a patient’s ear canal without a suitable ear tip
fitted to the probe.
Use only the recommended disposable ear tips (see Section 15 for details).
These are for single use only - that is, each ear tip is intended to be used
once only for a single ear for a single patient. Do not reuse ear tips as this
will pose the risk of ear-to-ear or patient-to-patient cross-infection.
Do not immerse the unit in any fluids. See Section 11 of this manual for the
proper cleaning procedure for the instrument and its accessories and the
function of single-use parts.
Do not use the instrument in an oxygen-rich environment or in the presence
of a flammable anaesthetic mixture or other flammable agents.
Do not drop or otherwise impact this instrument. If the instrument is
dropped or damaged, return it to the manufacturer for repair and/or
calibration. Do not use the instrument if any damage is suspected.
The instrument must be stored and used indoors within the specified
temperature, pressure and humidity ranges, see Section 14.
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