Ear canal debris blocking the probe tubes can lead to abnormally large ear canal volume readings, leak messages, and other
odd results.
Warning
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Fit a new probe tip on the probe if you have been testing on an infected ear canal.
Cleaning the probe
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Wipe the probe with a disinfectant wipe, such as Audio-wipes, between patients.
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Wipe the cable with a disinfectant wipe, such as Audio-wipes.
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Wipe the probe home with a disinfectant wipe, such as Audio-wipes.
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Alternatively, use a damp, non-flocculent cloth with a small amount of mild detergent.
Cleaning the probe tip
Note
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Always comply with local hygienic standards for disinfection.
A.
Probe body
B.
Probe tip
1. To remove the probe tip, hold the probe by the probe body and carefully pull off the probe tip.
Caution
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Even the slightest amount of moisture may dissolve any residual cerumen and thus contaminate the sens-
itive parts in the body of the probe.
Caution
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Be careful not to push or bend the small metal pipe on the probe.
2. Check to see if the sound channels of the probe tip are blocked.
Caution
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Never clean the sound channels in the probe body, as this may cause damage to the probe.
3. Clean the probe tip in lukewarm water with a mild detergent.
4. Dry the probe tip thoroughly.
5. Carefully fit the probe tip back on the probe.
10.1.3
The test cavities
If a test cavity becomes contaminated, do not use it. Dispose of it and replace it with a new one.
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