Safety Precautions
The following safety precautions must be observed at all times. General
safety precautions must be followed when operating electrical
equipment. Failure to observe these precautions could result in damage
to the equipment and injury to the operator or patient.
The employer should instruct each employee in the recognition and
avoidance of unsafe conditions and the regulations applicable to his or
her work environment to control or eliminate any hazards or other
exposure to illness or injury.
It is understood that safety rules within individual organizations vary.
If a conflict exists between the material contained in this manual and
the rules of the organization using this instrument, the more stringent
rules should take precedence.
The Corti is intended to be used by hearing healthcare professionals
(i.e. ENT doctors, audiologists) and/or technicians, neonatal nurses and
school nurses who have been trained by a hearing healthcare
professional.
Cautions - General
If the system is not functioning properly, do not operate it until all
necessary repairs are made and the unit is tested and calibrated for
proper functioning in accordance with GSI published specifications.
Use only the disposable eartips designed for use with this instrument.
Never insert the probe tube into the ear canal without affixing an
eartip.
The eartips are disposable and for single patient use only. Do not clean
or reuse eartips.
Do not drop or otherwise cause undue impact to this device. If the
instrument is dropped or otherwise damaged, return it to the
manufacturer for repair and/or calibration. Do not use the instrument
if any damage is suspected.
US federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of
a physician or licensed hearing care professional.
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