American Diagnostic Corporation (ADC) Estetoscopio ADSCOPE User Manual

Adscope™ Stethoscope

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Use, Care,

& Maintenance

Thank you for choosing an ADC®ADSCOPETMStethoscope. Your new ADC
ADSCOPETMstethoscope is designed to provide unsurpassed acoustic sensitivity,
unrivalled durability, and unparralleled comfort. Every component has been care­fully designed to maximize performance.

Device Description and Intended Use

This device is intended for medical diagnostic purposes only. It can be used for
listening to heart, lung and other body sounds as well as for normal auscultation.
The device is not designed, sold or intended for use except as indicated.

General Warnings

A warning statement in this manual identifies a condition or practice
which, if not corrected or discontinued immediately, could lead to
patient injury, illness, or death.

CAUTION:
WARNING:

Never use stethoscope without eartips firmly locked in place.
This product may contain a chemical known to the state of California to
cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

Selection of the Chestpiece (AFD Models - 600, 603, 612, 614, 615)

The ADC®ADSCOPEsTMwith AFD Technology provide the enhanced acoustic
response of a traditional bell and diaphragm in a convenient one-sided chest­piece. A rubber gasket around the perimeter of the diaphragm allows you to alter
the frequency response by changing the contact pressure.

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(Fig. 1)

For low frequency response (bell phase)
simply hold the chestpiece in place with
light pressure. (Fig. 1)

For high frequency monitoring (diaphragm
phase) apply firm fingertip pressure on the
sculpted finger rest. (Fig. 2)

Selection of the (Traditional 2-sided model) Combination
Chestpiece

On ADC®ADSCOPE™combination stethoscopes you can
select the use of either the diaphragm for monitoring high
frequency sounds, or the open bell for monitoring low
frequency response.

Diaphragm Activated

To select a side, hold the chestpiece valve stem in one
hand and rotate the chestpiece 180° with the other hand
until it “clicks” into place. The stem has a slight bend,
the high point of the bend faces the activated side.

To confirm which side is activated, tap lightly on one

Bell Activated

side, then the other, to hear which provides the positive response.

Converting the Chestpiece (601 Only)

The #601 chestpiece drum accommodates 2 different
chestpiece attachments of your choice. To attach the
bell you must first remove the pediatric diaphragm
and then thread the bell clockwise until tight.

To remove pediatric diaphragm twist in
a counterclockwise direction.

(Fig. 2)

Orientation of the Headset

The binaurals (eartubes) are angled at 15° to
permit a comfortable, acoustically sealed aural
fit. Eartips should point forward, towards the
bridge of the nose to fit properly.

Correct

Adjusting the Spring Tension in the Headset

To reduce the tension, grip the binaurals firmly using both hands with fingers at
the center of the “Y” in the tubing,
branches out. Flex bin

aurals gradually

until the desired tension is obtained.
To increase the tension, grip the binaurals

in the hand and squeeze the binaural
tubes together gradually.

CAUTION: Excessive adjustment could
weaken the spring.

thumbs at each side where the tubing

TO: reduce tension

TO: increase tension

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Shortening the Tube Length (Non Cardiology Models ONLY)

All ADSCOPES

(except #600 Platinum Cardiology,
#601 Convertible Cardiology and
#602 Cardiology models) are equipped

with 22” tubing for convenience.
If a shorter length is desired, remove

chestpiece from tubing. Cut tubing to
desired length with a sharp single edge
razor on a hard surface. Soften tubing
by immersing in hot water for approximately
one minute, and reinsert chestpiece stem in tubing.

CAUTION: Allow tubing to cool after immersing in hot water before handling.

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DO NOT

trim these

models

OK TO

trim these

models

Replacing the Diaphragm

Select ADSCOPEs™are equipped with up to two ultrasensitive,
yet extremely durable diaphragms. It is unlikely that they will
ever need replacement.

To replace the Snap-on (PVC) Rim: Snap off the rim
and remove the worn diaphragm. Replace with new
diaphragm and reattach rim by gently stretching rim until
the chestpiece edge inserts fully in the track within the rim.

To replace Threaded (Metal) Rim: Turn rim
counterclockwise to remove. Replace with new
diaphragm and reattach rim by turning clockwise
until tight to re-assemble.

Replacing Eartips

To replace AdsoftTMPlus Eartips: Slide AdsoftTMPLUS eartip over adapter
until it locks tight into internal channel. Repeat steps for second aural tube.

Care and Maintenance

• Avoid extreme heat, cold, solvents, or oils.

• Do NOT leave exposed to direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time.

• Binaurals and tubing can be wiped down with alcohol or mild soapy water.

• Eartips may be removed from binaurals for a thorough cleaning.

• Periodically check that eartips are tightly secured to binaurals.

• Do NOT immerse stethoscope in any liquid or subject to steam sterilization.

• If sterilization is necessary, gas sterilize only.

• Chestpieces and diaphragms can be wiped down with alcohol for
cleaning purposes.

LIMITED WARRANTY

American Diagnostic Corporation (ADC

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materials and workmanship under normal use and service as follows:

1. Warranty service extends to the original retail purchaser only and commences
with the date of delivery.

2. Your ADSCOPE™ stethoscope is warranted for life.
(#609 warranted for 5 years).

What is Covered: Replacement of parts, and labor.

What is Not Covered: Transportation charges to and from ADC

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. Damages
caused by abuse, misuse, accident, or negligence. Incidental, special, or conse­quential damages. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of inciden­tal, special, or consequential damages, so this limitation may not apply to you.

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To Obtain Warranty Service: Send item(s) postage paid to ADC

, Attn: Repair
Dept., 55 Commerce Dr., Hauppauge, NY 11788. Please include your name and
address, phone no., proof of purchase, and a brief note explaining the problem.

Implied Warranty: Any implied warranty shall be limited in duration to the terms
of this warranty and in no case beyond the original selling price (except where pro­hibited by law).

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which
vary from state to state.

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www.adctoday.com/register

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