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4.1
Preparing AccuScreen
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Follow the instructions in
Getting Started with AccuScreen
.
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You can download patient data in advance from the AccuLink database (see the AccuLink User Manual).
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See
on how to proceed with the specific tests.
4.2
Preparing the equipment
Every day before you start testing on patients, we recommend that you perform whichever quality tests that may be neces-
sary to make sure that probe, electrode cable and ear coupler cable function correctly. See
Caution
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Insert only disinfected probe tips in the test cavity. See
Cleaning and disinfecting the built-in test cavity
4.2.1
Preparing the probe for testing
Inspect the probe for deterioration (colour changes, surface changes) of the reusable probe parts before every usage. If
deterioration occurs, contact your distributor.
4.2.2
Connecting the probe
1. Place AccuScreen face down.
The probe plug sleeve and the colouring around the probe socket are blue.
2. Align the ridges on the plug with the notches in the blue-bordered socket on the top end of AccuScreen.
3. Gently insert the probe plug into the probe socket. The plug does not require force to be inserted properly.
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