Welch Allyn TM286 Auto Tymp - User Manual - Manual (Page 7)

Directions for Use Introduction 3
Safety Notes
Note Notes help you identify areas of possible confusion and avoid potential problems
during system operation
WARNING The TM286 is designed to be used with a hospital grade outlet.
Injury to personnel or damage to equipment can result when a three-prong to
two-prong adapter to is connected between the TM286 power plug and an AC
outlet or extension cord.
Additionally, the TM286 is equipped with a specific power transformer, (113-
405800, reorder number 28601), which should not be interchanged with any other
transformer or supply.
WARNING The TM286 is a specifically calibrated device and the periodic service
and adjustments, which the instrument may require, should be done only by an
authorized Welch Allyn service technician.
WARNING The TM286 Auto Tymp 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 TM286 must be used with properly grounded plug and receptacles at all
times. The TM286 is equipped with a specific power transformer (113-405800,
reorder number 28601), 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 TM286 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 TM286 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.
Caution The TM286 is designed to comply with the EMC requirements
according to IEC 60601 1-2.
Caution Radio transmitting equipment, cellular phones, etc. should not be used
in the close proximity of the device since this could influence the performance of
the device.
Caution Particular caution must be considered during use of strong emission
sources such as high frequency surgical equipment and similar devices. If in
doubt, contact a qualified technician or a local Welch Allyn representative.