Product Manual

Directions for Use Introduction 3
Safety Notes
Latex is not used any where in the manufacturing process.
The base material for the earphone cushions is made from natural and synthetic rubber.
Customer Responsibility
WARNING The AM282 is designed for compliance to IEC and UL 60601-1 when
used in the patient vicinity. To achieve this compliance, use of hospital grade plug
and receptacles are required. For patient and operator safety, the AM282 must be
used with properly grounded plug and receptacles at all times. The AM282 is
equipped with a specific power transformer (UE100503HKKK3-P, reorder number
28201), which should not be interchanged with any other transformer or supply.
WARNING Any program aimed at obtaining reliable records of hearing
thresholds should be staffed and supervised by appropriately-trained individuals.
WARNING This symbol indicates the location of a service adjustment part
and is intended for service personnel only. The AM282 is a specifically calibrated
audiometer and the periodic service and adjustments for the instrument that may
be required should be done only by an authorized service technician
WARNING Please read the entire manual prior to using the AM282 to become
familiar with the test functions and proper accessory connections.
WARNING Accessory equipment connected to the analog and digital interfaces
must be certified to the respective IEC standards (IEC950 for data processing or
IEC 60601-1 for medical equipment). Furthermore, all configurations shall comply
with the system standard IEC 60601-1-1. Everyone who connects additional
equipment to the signal input or signal output port configures a medical system,
and is therefore responsible that the system complies with the requirements of
the system standard IEC60601-1-1. If in doubt, consult the technical service
department or a local Welch Allyn representative.
WARNING 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 snug and secured
properly. Parts which may be broken or missing or are plainly worn, distorted or
contaminated should be replaced immediately with clean, genuine replacement
parts manufactured by or available from Welch Allyn.
WARNING This product should not be used in the presence of fluid that can
come into contact with any of the electronic components or wiring. Should the
user suspect fluids have contacted the system components or accessories, the
unit should not be used until deemed safe by a Welch Allyn certified service
technician.