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Welch Allyn AM 232 User Manual

Welch Allyn AM 232
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12-16-08
AM 232
TM
Manual Audiometer
Operating Instruction Manual
Part Number 1717-0101 - Rev. 05

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Welch Allyn AM 232 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandWelch Allyn
ModelAM 232
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)

Service and Repair

Recalibration

Annual instrument recalibration process.

Warranty

Details on product warranty and coverage.

Rechargeable Battery Warranty

Warranty specific to rechargeable batteries.

Safety Notes

Specifications

Standards

Compliance with industry standards.

Power

Electrical power requirements and details.

Battery

Battery types and operation.

Environmental

Operating and storage conditions.

Mechanical

Physical dimensions and weight.

Optional Accessories

Available additional accessories.

Catalog Listings

Product catalog numbers and models.

Chapter 1: Introduction

Unpacking and Inspection

Procedures for receiving and checking the instrument.

Accessories Supplied

List of items included with the audiometer.

Connectors, Controls, Indicators

Identification of front and rear panel elements.

Installation

Steps for setting up the audiometer.

Pretest Procedure

Steps to prepare the subject and environment.

Pretest Noise Recovery Period

Allowing subjects to recover from loud noise exposure.

Elimination of Ambient Noise

Methods to minimize environmental noise interference.

Permissible Noise Levels

Maximum allowable background noise levels.

Chapter 2: Battery Option

NiCad Battery Operation

How to use the NiCad battery.

Recharging NiCad Batteries

Steps for charging the NiCad battery.

Replacing NiCad Batteries

Procedures for swapping NiCad batteries.

Alkaline Battery Installation/Operation

Using and installing alkaline batteries.

Chapter 3: Operation

Preliminary Check

Initial checks before testing.

Instructing the Subject

Guiding the test subject through the process.

Placing the Earphones

Correctly fitting earphones on the subject.

Response Handswitch

Using the subject response indicator.

Audiogram Form

Understanding and using the test results form.

Routine Calibration Check

Performing monthly calibration verification.

Routine Test Administration

Procedures for conducting tests, including HL control, range extension, and tone type selection.

Typical Testing Session

Step-by-step guide for a test session, including pretest review, familiarization, and threshold determination.

Pretest Review

Reviewing pre-test setup.

Familiarization

Introducing tones to the subject.

Determining the Threshold (Pure Tone)

Finding the lowest audible sound level.

Chapter 4: Routine Maintenance

Calibration

Performing periodic calibration checks.

Earphone Cords

Checking earphone cord integrity.

Hum and Random Noise

Testing for unwanted noise artifacts.

Distortion and Frequency Shift

Checking for audio signal quality issues.

Special Messages

Understanding on-screen error messages.

CAL

Error message indicating calibration issues.

Exx

Error message indicating system errors.

Bibliography

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