GSi TYMPSTAR PRO, Руководство пользователя

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Caution
US Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician or
licensed hearing care professional.
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.
This device should only be used by hearing health care professional such as an
audiologist, otolaryngologist, researcher or a technician under the direct
supervision by the aforementioned specialist. Users should use their professional
skills when interpreting the results and this should be done in conjunction with
other testing as deemed appropriate given their professional skills. Incorrect use
could lead to wrong results.
The maximum sound levels (over 100 dB HL) that can be generated by the
system may cause serious injury to the ear. Before attaching the probe to the
patient, ensure that:
a. The system is running.
b. The hearing levels in the test set to be used are appropriate.
c. A biologic check of the stimulus has been performed by the operator.
The customer is responsible for maintaining all system software in a safe, secure
location.
Do not use extension cords with this instrument or for the Isolation Transformer
(if supplied). If extension cords are used they can cause ground integrity and
impedance problems.
In addition to electrical safety considerations, poorly earthed mains power outlets
could cause inaccurate test results due to the introduction of electrical
interference from the mains.
ANY EQUIPMENT CONNECTED TO THE GSI INSTRUMENT AND USED
IN THE PATIENT VICINITY MUST BE POWERED BY AN ISOLATED
POWER SOURCE TO MAINTAIN THE ELECTRICAL SAFETY OF THE