Instructions for Use
Adscope
®
Stethoscope
Thank you for choosing an ADC
®
ADSCOPE
®
Stethoscope. Your new stethoscope
is designed to provide unsurpassed acoustic sensitivity, unrivaled durability, and
unparalleled comfort. Every component has been carefully designed to maximize
performance.
These instructions for use are for all Adscope stethoscope models: 600, 601,
602, 603, 604, 605, 606, 608, 612, 614, 615, 618 and 619.
Device Description and Intended Use
This device is intended for medical diagnostic purposes only. It can be used for
auscultation of heart, lung, bowel and other body sounds. The device is not
designed, sold or intended for use except as indicated.
General Warnings
A warning statement in this manual identifies
a condition or practice which, if not corrected or discontinued immediately,
could lead to patient injury, illness, or death.
WARNING:
Never use stethoscope without eartips firmly locked in place.
WARNING:
Stethoscope contains small parts which may present a choking hazard.
WARNING:
Cross-contamination of the stethoscope could cause patient infection.
Clean and disinfect stethoscope between uses as described in Cleaning, Disinfection,
and Storage.
WARNING:
Eartips can be swallowed and cause a choking hazard. Ensure all parts are
properly attached and stored.
WARNING:
Stethoscope tubing can be a strangulation hazard. Keep away from children.
How to Use an Adjustable Frequency Chestpiece (AFD Models -
600, 601, 603, 604, 606, 608, 612, 614, 615, 618 and 619)
Adscopes with AFD technology provide the enhanced acoustic response of a traditional
bell and diaphragm. A rubber gasket around the perimeter of the diaphragm allows
you to alter the frequency response by changing the contact pressure.
Selection of a Combination Chestpiece
(Two-sided models - 601, 602, 603, 604, 605,
606, 608 and 619)
With combination stethoscopes you can select the use of
either the diaphragm for monitoring high-frequency sounds,
or the open bell for monitoring low-frequency response.
To select a side, hold the chestpiece valve stem in one
hand and rotate the chestpiece 180° with the other hand
until it “clicks” into place. The stem has an engraved dot,
which aligns with the active side.
To confirm which side is activated, tap lightly on one side, then the other, to hear
which provides the positive response.
Converting the Chestpiece (601, 608 Only)
The 601 and 608 chestpiece drums accommodate two
different chestpiece attachments. To attach the bell you
must first remove the pediatric diaphragm and then thread
the bell clockwise until tight.
To remove pediatric diaphragm, twist in a counterclockwise direction.
Orientation of the Headset
The binaurals (ear tubes) are angled at 15° to
permit a comfortable, acoustically sealed aural fit.
Eartips should point forward, towards the bridge
of the nose, to fit properly.
Adjusting the Spring Tension in the Headset
To reduce the tension, grip the binaurals firmly using both hands with fingers at
the center of the “Y” in the tubing, thumbs at each side where the tubing
branches out. Flex binaurals gradually
until the desired tension is obtained.
To increase the tension, grip the binaurals
in the hand and squeeze the binaural tubes
together gradually.
CAUTION:
Excessive adjustment could
weaken the spring.
(Fig. 1)
(Fig. 2)
Correct
For low-frequency response (bell phase)
simply hold the chestpiece in place with
light pressure. (Fig. 1)
For high-frequency monitoring (diaphragm
phase) apply firm fingertip pressure to the
chestpiece. (Fig. 2)
Incorrect
To reduce tension
To increase tension
Diaphragm Activated
Bell Activated
Symbol Definitions
The following symbols are associated with your stethoscope.
Symbol
Definition
Important Warning/Caution
Phthalate Free
Read instructions before use
Follow instructions for use
Meets the general safety and performance
requirements of Regulation (EU) 2017/745
of the European Union
LATEX
Symbol
Definition
Authorized European Representative’s
Information
Manufacturer’s Information
Date of Manufacture
Lot number
Medical Device
Unique Device Identifier
Non-Sterile
Not made with natural rubber latex
LOT
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