manufacturer's instruction should be followed for use of this
disinfecting agent to provide an appropriated level of cleanliness.
Notice - Never insert or in any way use the insert headset without a
new clean non defect test tip.
If this apparatus is connected to one or more other
devices with medical CE marking, to make up a
system or pack, the CE marking is only valid also for
the combination if the supplier has issued a
declaration stating that the requirements in the
Medical Device Directive article 12 are fulfilled for the combination.
Notice - Although the instrument fulfils the relevant EMC
requirements precautions should be taken to avoid unnecessary
exposure to electromagnetic fields, e.g. from mobile phones etc. If
the device is used adjacent to other equipment it must be observed
that no mutual disturbance appears.
Notice - Within the European Union it is illegal to
dispose electric and electronic waste as unsorted
municipal waste. Electric and electronic waste
may contain hazardous substances and
therefore has to be collected separately. Such
products will be marked with the crossed-out
wheeled bin shown below. The cooperation of
the user is important in order to ensure a high level of reuse and
recycling of electric and electronic waste. Failing to recycle such
waste products in an appropriate way may endanger the
environment and consequently the health of human beings.
Notice - Transportation and storage of the instrument should be
within the following environmental conditions:
Temperature: Transportation: -20° to 50°
Storage: 0° to 50°
Humidity: 10%RH to 95% RH
Non-condensing. Keep dry.
Notice - It is recommended that the disposable foam eartips
supplied with the optional EarTone5A insert transducers are
replaced after each patient tested. Disposable plugs also insure that
AD229e Operation Manual Page 4
sanitary conditions exist for each of your patients, and that periodic
cleaning of a headband or cushion is no longer required.
• The black tubing protruding the foam ear tip is attached to
the sound tube nipple of the insert transducer.
• Roll the foam tip into the smallest possible diameter.
• Insert into the ear canal of the patient.
• Hold the foam tip until expanded and a seal is achieved.
• After testing the patient the foam tip including the black
tubing is detached from the sound tube nipple.
• The insert transducer should be examined prior to attaching
a new foam tip.
AD229e Operation Manual Page 5
Unpacking / Inspection
Check box and contents for damage:
When the instrument is received please check the shipping
box for rough handling and damage. If the box is damaged it
should be kept until the contents of the shipment have been
checked mechanically and electrically. If the instrument is
faulty, please contact the nearest service office. Keep the
shipping material for the carrier’s inspection and insurance
claim.
Store carton for future shipment
The AD229e comes in its own shipping carton which is
specially designed for the AD229e. Please store this carton. It
will be needed if the instrument has to be returned for service.
If service is required please contact your nearest sales and
service office.
Contents of Shipment
As standard, AD229e is delivered with the following:
Quantity Item Order No.
1 Instrument AD229e
1 Audiometric Headset TDH39
(Peltor noise reducing headset
may be supplied at no extra cost)
1 Bone Conductor B71
1 External Power Supply UPS400
1 Patient Response Button APS3
200 Audiogram Forms AF12
1 PCR-AD229e Duct cover
1 Pen Set, 3 pens
1 Operation manual
1 CE-manual
AD229e Operation Manual Page 6
Check numbers on AD229e and Manual:
The identification label on the connection panel holds the
serial number. This should be checked with the manual
number and written down for later service claims.
To maintain the validity of the CE-mark of the AD229e, the
power supply must be CE-medical approved. When AD229e is
supplied with the external power supply model UPS400 write
down serial number located on the bottom plate.
Reporting Imperfections
Inspect before connection:
Prior to connecting AD229e to the Power Supply it should
once more be inspected for damage. All of the cabinet and the
accessories should be checked visually for scratches and
missing parts.
Report immediately any faults: Any missing part or malfunction
should be reported immediately to the supplier of the
instrument together with the invoice, serial number and a
detailed report of the problem. In the back of this manual you
will find a "Return Report" where you can describe the
problem.
Please use "Return Report":
Please realise that if the service engineer does not know what
problem to look for, he may not find it. Therefore using the
Return Record will be of great help to us and at the same time
it is your best guarantee that the correction of the problem will
be to your satisfaction.
Care and Maintenance
The performance and reliability of the AD229e will be prolonged if
the following recommendations for care and maintenance are
adhered to:
AD229e Operation Manual Page 7
Using an External power Supply UPS400 - turn off at the
mains socket.
Great care when handling the headset.
Great care should be exercised when handling the headset as
dropping it may alter the calibration.
Annual calibration:
The AD229e has been designed to provide many years of
reliable service, but annual calibration is recommended due to
possible impact on transducers.
We also required to calibrate the AD229e, if something drastic
happens to a part of it (e.g. if headset or bone conductor is
dropped on a hard surface).
AD229e Operation Manual Page 8
