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Sera™ - Instructions for Use - EN
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Safety precautions
2.1 General
The following safety precautions must always be observed. 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.
Interacoustics is aware that safety rules within individual organizations vary. If a conflict exists between the
instructions in this manual and the rules of the organization using this instrument, the more stringent rules
should take precedence.
The Sera
TM
is intended to be used by hearing healthcare professionals (i.e., ENT doctors, audiologists),
nurses or technicians who have been trained in the proper use of the device.
2.2 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 Interacoustics’ specifications.
Do not drop or in any other way cause undue impact to this device. If the instrument is damaged, return it to
the manufacturer for repair and/or calibration. Do not use the instrument if any damage is suspected.
This product and its components will perform reliably only when operated and maintained in accordance with
the instructions contained in this manual, accompanying labels, and/or inserts. A defective product should
not be used. Make sure all connections to external accessories are secured properly. Parts which may be
broken or missing or are visibly worn, distorted, or contaminated should be replaced immediately with clean,
genuine replacement parts manufactured by or available from Interacoustics.
Equipment is not user repairable. Repairs must be performed by an authorized service representative only.
No modifications of the equipment are allowed by anyone other than a qualified Interacoustics
representative. Modification of the equipment could be hazardous.
Interacoustics will make available on request circuit diagrams, component part lists, descriptions, calibrations
instructions, or other information that will assist authorized service personnel to repair those parts of this
instrument that are designated by Interacoustics as repairable by service personnel.
No parts of the equipment can be serviced or maintained while in use with the patient.
Only connect accessories purchased from Interacoustics to the Sera
TM
. Only accessories which have been
stated by Interacoustics to be compatible may be connected to the device or cradle.
