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in contact with poles.
- The operation necessary to remove and replace the speculum is very simple:
Counterclockwise rotate the speculum and draw it out of its seat. To reposition the speculum, insert it
into the head group, make the groove match with the small pivot and clockwise rotate.
OPERATION
First of all it is necessary to choose the size and the type of speculum suitable to the acoustic duct to
examine.
Besides the ones provided as standard, on request it is possible to deliver disposable specula with
different sizes and colours (see table of accessories).
The examiner shall turn on the light by means of the black switch located on the handle upper side.
After the use, make sure that the light is off.
MAINTENANCE
Periodically check the battery conditions, making sure that no sign of corrosion or oxidation is present,
in case of necessity replace them with new alkaline ones.
Carefully handle the batteries as the liquids they contain can irritate skin and eyes.
Before being used, thoroughly check the product. The same operation shall be carried out after cleaning.
-Check that the connection between the head and the handle is perfect and that the rheostat correctly
works.
-If the light is intermittent or in case it does not turn on, check the bulb, the batteries and the electric
contacts.
In case the bulb stops working, it is possible to replace it with original spare parts (cod. 31478).
To replace the bulb, it is necessary to take the speculum out, counter-clockwise turn the bulb and screw
the new one down (see picture). It is advisable to use only original bulbs.
Before removing the bulb, make sure that the instrument has been off for some minutes;
otherwise you run the risk of being burnt
-Check that the glass is clean; on the contrary it shall be clean with a soft cloth.
-It is advisable to always have new bulbs and batteries at disposal for the maximum light.
-The otoscope head and handle can be cleaned with a cloth soaked with disinfectant, however they
cannot be dipped into liquids.
-The speculum used for this otoscope are disposable.
Do not reuse the specula!
Do not sterile the specula in autoclave or with disinfectants!
After the use, remove the specula from the otoscope head and throw them away!
The product has been conceived to last forever; it is resistant to most part of chemicals except for
methyl ethyl ketones (M.E.K.), diluents and nail polish removers. All internal parts are brass and
stainless steel plated preventing rusting. If the lamp is exposed to humidity remove the batteries,
thoroughly dry to avoid short-circuits.
GUARANTEE
Thank you for having acquired our product. This product meets the most stringent requirements regarding
the selection of quality manufacturing materials and also the final control. The product has a 12-
month warranty, valid from the date it is delivered by GIMA.
During the guarantee period free repair and/or replacement of any defective parts due to faulty
