USING THE OTOWAVE 302+
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OTOWAVE 302+ INSTRUCTION FOR USE
4.
USING THE OTOWAVE 302+
4.1.
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
When operating the instrument, please observe the following general precautions:
1.
Use this device only as described in this manual.
2.
Use only the disposable ear tips designed for use with this instrument.
3.
Always use a new ear tip for each patient to avoid cross-contamination. The ear tips are not designed for reuse.
4.
Never insert the probe tip into the ear canal without fitting an ear tip as omission may damage the patient’s
ear canal.
5.
Keep the box of ear tips out of the reach of the patient.
6.
Be sure to insert the probe tip in a way which will ensure a tight fit without causing any harm to the patient.
Use of a correct and clean ear tip is mandatory.
7.
Be sure to use only stimulation intensities acceptable to the patient. When presenting contralateral stimuli
using the insert phones
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do not insert the phones or in any way try to conduct measurements, without a
correct insert ear tip in place.
8.
Clean the probe and contra earphone regularly using a recognized disinfectant.
9.
Check the probe tip regularly to ensure wax or other debris stuck in the probe tip does not affect the
measurement. Replace if required.
10.
Contraindications to testing include recent stapedectomy or middle ear surgery, a discharging ear, acute
external auditory canal trauma, discomfort (eg. severe otitis externa) or occlusion of the external auditory
canal. Testing should not be performed on patients with such symptoms without a medical doctor’s approval.
11.
The presence of tinnitus, hyperacusis or other sensitivity to loud sounds may contraindicate testing when high
intensity stimuli are used.
Please note:
Careful handling of the instrument whenever in contact with a patient should be given high priority.
1.
Never clean the transducer housing with water or insert non-specified instruments into the transducer.
2.
Do not drop and avoid other undue impact to this device. If the instrument is dropped or in any other way
damaged, return it to the manufacturer for repair and/or calibration. Do not use the instrument if any damage
is suspected.
CAUTION
