Audiometer R27A-R37A Care Protocol
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ScribdTranslationsAUDIOMETER R27A-R37A MANAGEMENT AND CARE PROTOCOL
The R27A-R37A instrument allows for audiometry testing.
The test group for audiometry conducted by the team are:
Tone and speech audiometry, suprathreshold tests (ABLB) DLI, MLB, SISI, decay test,
Bekesy automatic audiometry, tonal audiometry with automatic threshold search, audiometry
multi-frequency, Stenger test. The use of the instrument is reserved for audiologist doctors,
medical and technical personnel specialized in auditory system pathologies.
The instrument is intended to be used in a medical environment, with the ambient noise level as low as possible.
as low as possible and for certain types of tests (audiometry), very low. The operator must exercise caution and
attention in the conduct of tests on patients.
General recommendations:
An operating ambient temperature between 15 and 35 °C is recommended.
In case the R27A-R37A is connected to other devices with their own power supply
Externally, the compliance of the entire system with EN 60601-1-1 must be verified, in case they are
isolation devices used to achieve such compliance must comply with EN
60601-1.
Personal computers or other devices connected to the device must comply with the directives.
of the European Community and carry the CE mark (LVD 2006/95/EC, EMC 89/336/EEC, compliance
with the safety standard EN 60950 and, if applicable, to the standard EN60601-1-2).
During the execution of the tests, always verify the intensity of stimulus emission established.
in the instrument before sending it to the patient in order to always use stimulation intensity
acceptable for the patient himself.
Before using it for a new patient, clean the parts of the transducers in
direct contact with the patient (for example, the ear pad). Perform the cleaning
using an appropriate disinfectant and following the instructions provided by the producer of
said disinfectant.
The instrument must be used with the transducers provided by the manufacturer.
The instrument is calibrated for use with the supplied transducers and their replacement.
requires a new calibration. In the event that the transducers are connected to the instrument to
through the use of prolongation interpositions, as in the case of connections to a soundproof booth,
a new calibration must be performed.
However, the instrument meets the current EMC (electromagnetic compatibility) standards,
it is recommended not to place sources of electromagnetic fields such as mobile phones nearby
others.
Before being used, in the case that the instrument is placed near another instrumentation, make sure
that there are no interferences between the two systems. The R27A-R37A is not protected for use in the presence
of flammable anesthetic mixtures. The R27A-R37A is not protected against liquid penetration: the
Infiltration of droplets or spray substances can cause serious damage to the device.
Installation Recommendations:
Before turning on, proceed to connect the transducers that you wish to use to the instrument.
The necessary items for conducting the main audiometry tests are: headphones (DD45, TDH39,
HDA280 or ER3A), bone vibrator, patient button.
Insert the supplied SD card into the slot to perform the vocal audiometry test.
Connect the power cable to the instrument, ensuring that it is connected correctly.
to the power outlet and turn on the instrument using the switch located on the back.
Parameter configuration recommendations:
After turning it on, make the main configurations to prepare the equipment for carrying out the
necessary tests. (See User Manual)
Example:
Language: Change the program interface language.
Date and Time: change the date and time of the system displayed on the screen.
Auricular AC: select the type of transducer used that will be connected to the instrument (DD45,
TDH39, HDA280 or ER3A)
VO right side and masked VO: select the type of symbology for the vibrator tracks
bony.
Frequencies enabled in Audiometry: only in the Tonal Audiometry tests, enables or
disable the indicated frequencies.
Audiometry tests
Select the type of signals and presentation to the patient.
Synchronization of signal and channel intensity.
Memorization of the value in the audiogram.
Cancellation of Curves and Points Acquired.
Memorization of exams.
Memorization of the test parameter configurations.
Communication between patient and operator.
Function of the Monitor.
Vocal Audiometry (regulation of the vocal material level).
Vocal Audiometry (conducting tests and response percentages).
Autothreshold test.
Maintenance Recommendations:
The instrument requires the casing to be cleaned with a damp cloth (do not use aggressive detergents and
abrasives); absolutely avoid the penetration of liquids.
• During the tests, the earphone pads are in close contact with the patient. Although
these parts are biocompatible, they are not sterile and therefore special attention should be paid:
o After each test, it is necessary to disinfect the headset pads before being
used on a new patient using hypoallergenic disinfectants in commerce,
following the instructions given by the respective manufacturer.
o The adapters for in-ear headphones and for in-ear masking headphones
single use: use them only once and replace them before using with a new patient.
• The calibration and eventual repair, installation, and readjustment of the instrument must be carried out
only by the authorized technical personnel of the manufacturer of the R27A-R37A and according to the modalities
indicated in the technical manual.
• The interval for ordinary maintenance and calibration of the instrument is one year.
ordinary maintenance provides for checking the condition of the transducer cables, of the cable of
connection to the electrical network, of the earbud pads, the verification of the integrity of the case
of the instrument. The calibration verification of the instrument must be carried out by technical personnel
qualified and authorized by the producer through the instrumentation and provides for the control of the level of
frequency of all the signals emitted by the transducers supplied with the instrument. After
From the instrumental verification of the calibration, a control of the operation must be followed.
instrument
• The R27A-R37A can be used in combination with a silent cabin to obtain the conditions
environmental conditions suitable for audiometric tests. Before connecting the instrument, make sure that
the plugs should be of the type compatible with the characteristics of the instrument.
• The calibration of the instrument is guaranteed by the manufacturer when the transducers are connected.
directly to the instrument. In the case of any extension and/or interconnection plugs between
the instrument and the transducers, as generally occurs in the connection to the soundproof cabins,
A new calibration is required before using the instrument.
• In case of replacement of the transducers and/or parts, use pieces provided by the manufacturer.
In case of replacement of the transducers, it is necessary to carry out a new calibration of the
instrument to be carried out by technical personnel.
• The instrument is equipped with a lithium battery, type CR2032, which helps to keep the date and time.
that appear on the instrument's screen. This battery is soldered onto the instrument's board and its
replacement should only be performed by qualified technical personnel, otherwise it could lead to
damage during the replacement that would impede the correct display of the date and time shown in
the screen.
• In the case of replacement, fuses of the same type as indicated in the instrument must be used.