Welch Allyn Audioscope 3 Portable Screening Audiometer User Manual

Operating
Instructions

Portable
Screening
Audiometer

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AudioScope®— U.S. Patent No. 4,567,881
AudioSpec®— Patent No. 4,380,998

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Contents

Warnings ................................................................................ 2

Standards Compliance.......................................................... 3

AudioScope 3 – Introduction................................................ 4

Hearing Loss.................................................................. 4

Traditional Hearing Testing ............................................ 5

Screening Audiometry .......................................................... 7

Completing a Test.................................................................. 8

Guidelines for Selection of Screening Level ...................... 12

20 dB HL........................................................................ 12

25 dB HL........................................................................ 12

40 dB HL........................................................................ 12

General Protocol.................................................................... 13

Lamp and Battery Replacement .......................................... 14

Cover Removal and Replacement ................................ 14

Lamp Replacement ...................................................... 15

Battery Replacement .................................................... 16

Recharging ............................................................................ 17

Method 1: Using Charging Stand .................................. 17

Method 2: Using Charging Transformer ........................ 18

Method 3: Using MicroTymp Printer/Charger ................ 18

Wall Mounting Instructions .................................................. 19

Cleaning and Sterilization .................................................... 20

Charging Transformer/Charging Stand.......................... 20

AudioScope 3 ................................................................ 20

AudioSpecs.................................................................... 20

AudioScope 3 Parts and Accessories ................................ 21

Transformers (Charging) ................................................ 22

Service, Recalibration and Warranty .................................. 23

Service .......................................................................... 23

Recalibration.................................................................. 23

Warranty ........................................................................ 24

Technical Specifications ...................................................... 25

AudioScope 3 ................................................................ 25

Charging Stand Specifications...................................... 27

Charging Transformers .................................................. 28

Circuit Diagram for Charging Transformers .................. 28

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WARNING: Refer to Owner’s Manual.
Use with Welch Allyn Charging Stand (#71123, #71126);

Direct Plug-In Chargers (#71040, #71032, #71034,
#71036) and/or MicroTymp Printer/Chargers (#71130,
#71135, #71170, #71175) only.

Use with approved accessories only.
Lamp may be hot after use. Use caution during

replacement.
Not for use in the presence of flammable anesthetics.
For Service in North America, instrument should be

returned to an authorized Welch Allyn distributor or to
Technical Service Department, Welch Allyn, Inc., 4341
State Street Road, Skaneateles Falls, NY 13153-0220
U.S.A. Telephone: [phone] (U.S.A. ONLY) OR
315-685-4560; 1-800-561-8797 (CANADA ONLY) OR
416-890-0004.

AVERTISSEMENT : Se référer au Manuel de
l’operateur.

N’utiliser qu’avec le socle de charge Welch Allyn
(n° 71123, 71126), les chargeurs directs enfichables
(n° 71040, 71032, 71034, 71036) et/ou les imprimantes/
chargeurs MicroTymp (n° 71130, 71135, 71170, 71175).

N’utiliser qu’avec les accessoires agréés.
La lampe peut être brûlante après l’emploi. Observer

des précautions en la remplaçant.
Ne pas utiliser en présence d’anesthésiques

inflammables.
Clients situés en Amérique du Nord : réexpédier

l’instrument à réparer à un distributeur agréé Welch
Allyn ou au centre de service Welch Allyn suivant
uniquement : Technical Service Department, Welch
Allyn, Inc., 4341 State Street Road, Skaneateles Falls,
NY 13153-0220 U.S.A. Téléphone: 800-669-9771 (É.U.
UNIQUEMENT) ou 315-685-3445 ; 1-800-561-8797
(CANADA UNIQUEMENT) ou 416-890-0004.

Warnings

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Warnings and Standards

Standards Compliance

The Model 23300 AudioScope 3 complies with the following
standards to the extent that they apply to this instrument:

Type BF equipment

ANSI S3.6-1969 (R1973): Standard for Audiometers

IEC 645-1979: Standard for Audiometers

ETL listed: UL2601, CSA C22.2, No 601-1, IEC 601-1

71040 Only: UL Recognized, CSA Certified

The CE mark on this device indicates it has been
tested to and conforms with the provisions noted
within the 93/42/EEC Medical Device Directive.

0297

La marque CE figurant sur ce produit indique que
les ésultats des tests auxquels il a été soumis sont
conformes aux dispositions
enregistrées dans la Directive 93/42/CEE

0297

concernant les instruments médicaux.

Compliance

Authorized European Representative Address:
Adresse du représentant européen agréé :

European Regulatory Manager
Welch Allyn, Ltd.,
Kells Road, Navan,
County Meath,
Republic of Ireland
Tel. [phone]
Fax [phone]

Thank you for purchasing the AudioScope 3. The operating and
maintenance instructions found in this manual should be followed
to ensure many years of accurate and reliable service. Please read

these instructions thoroughly before using your new AudioScope 3.

HEARING LOSS

The Invisible Handicap Role of the Professional/Paraprofessional

Over 20 million people in the United States (one out of every 15
individuals) suffer from hearing loss. Many other countries report
similar statistics.

Hearing problems can affect an individual’s social adjustment,
speech and Ianguage development, academic progress, as well as
the psychological well-being of that individual and his or her family.

Fortunately, most hearing problems can be very successfully
addressed through medical treatment and/or aural rehabilitation.

The crucial element and first step is early detection, and it is here
that professionals and paraprofessionals play a vital role.

While audiologists and otolaryngologists are specially trained for
testing and treating ear diseases, the primary care setting is ideally
suited for first and early detection of the problem, since people fre­quently visit these groups: pediatricians, family practitioners, gener­al practitioners, speech-language pathologists, nurse practitioners,
physician assistants, public health personnel, school health nurses
and volunteers.

With a fast, simple, accurate method of hearing screening, early
detection and appropriate referrals can be more efficiently and
effectively accomplished.

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AudioScope 3 – Introduction

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AudioScope 3 –

Introduction

TRADITIONAL HEARING TESTING

Tuning forks were one of the first methods used to determine the
type of hearing loss. They may still be used by some to differenti­ate between conductive and sensorineural losses. However, they
have in great part been replaced by the audiometer.

Traditional audiometers produce pure tones of varying frequency
and intensity. Frequency is measured in Hertz (Hz) or cycles per
second, and is perceived as pitch. Human hearing ranges from
approximately 20 to 20,000 Hz. Intensity is measured in decibels
(dB) and is perceived as loudness.

Most often, hearing is measured by specialists in terms of thresh­old, or the faintest sound which an average listener can just hear in
the quiet. Thresholds are measured at various frequencies, usually
in the speech range (500 Hz to 4000 Hz) and just beyond (125 Hz
to 8000 Hz).

The magnitude or degree of loss is recorded on a form called an
audiogram shown on Table 1 (p. 6).

Measurements are made by air conduction, where the sound is
introduced through a headphone into the ear. Measurements may
also be made by bone conduction, where the sound is introduced
through a vibrator which is placed on the mastoid bone behind the
ear. By comparing these two measurements, the type of loss (con­ductive, sensorineural or mixed), can be determined.

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TABLE 1

Audiogram Showing Scale of Hearing Impairment*

Frequency in Hz

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*Katz, J. “Handbook of Clinical Audiology,” Williams & Wilkins, 1985.

NORMAL

MILD

SEVERE

MODERATE

MODERATELY SEVERE

PROFOUND

Hearing
Level (HL)
in dB
ANSI 1969

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The process of threshold and bone conduction testing can be time­consuming and costly in terms of equipment and personnel. Such
testing should be done in a soundproof room.

This is not practical for many people for detection purposes.
Therefore, many use a traditional audiometer but conduct a screen­ing audiometric test.

Generally, screening is conducted at 20 dB HL, 25 dB HL or
40 dB HL using the speech frequencies (500 Hz, 1000 Hz,
2000 Hz, 4000 Hz). Individuals who fail to respond at one or
more frequencies in either ear are then referred.

This type of hearing screening is often done in school systems at
several grade levels and by speech-language therapists in private
practice. RARELY IS SCREENING PERFORMED IN OTHER NEED­ED AREAS: in the physician’s office as part of a routine physical
examination; in each and every school grade; hospital admitting;
pediatric and ENT areas; nursing homes; high schools and col­leges; industrial areas; public health clinics; and health mainte­nance organizations.

The Welch Allyn AudioScope 3 provides a unique means for accu­rate and efficient early detection of hearing loss.

AudioScope 3 provides screening at the speech frequencies of 1000,
2000, 4000 and 500 Hz respectively, at a fixed decibel level. Choices
of decibel levels include: 20 dB HL, 25 dB HL and 40 dB HL. Prior to
the screening tones a practice tone or pretone (PT) is delivered at
1000 Hz and at 20 dB HL above the screening level.
For example:

When Screening at: The 1000 Hz Pretone is set at:

20 dB HL 40 dB HL
25 dB HL 45 dB HL
40 dB HL 60 dB HL

The pretone allows the patient to hear a test tone at a level which
is more audible than the screening level itself, thus allowing for
practice.

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Screening Audiometry

Screening Audiometry

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1. Before starting, check that the lens is centered in the instrument.

2. Select an area that is relatively quiet and free from distracting
conversation, fan noises, etc. (see p. 27 for allowable ambient
noise specifications).

3. Select a small, medium or large AudioSpec ear speculum. Use
the largest speculum that can be inserted comfortably into the
ear canal, yet still allow visualization of the tympanic membrane.
A snug fit assures an acoustic seal of the speculum in the ear
and occludes ambient noise. Secure the AudioSpec to
AudioScope 3 by twisting it clockwise onto the instrument.

NOTE: Use only gray-tipped Welch Allyn AudioSpecs.
Other types of specula will cause inaccurate results.

4. Turn AudioScope 3 “ON” by sliding the selection switch to the
desired screening level (20 dB HL, 25 dB HL, or 40 dB HL; see
p. 12 for guidelines). The white indicator band should completely
fill the square next to desired sound level. The green “READY”
indicator will become illuminated indicating that the instrument is
ready for service.

Should the yellow “LO BATT” indicator illuminate, see recharging
instructions (p. 17 - p. 18).

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Step 4

Lens

Tone
Indicators

Pretone
Indicator

“READY”
Indicator

Start
Button

Charging
Jack

Low Battery
Indicator

dB Level
and ON/OFF
Switch

Centering
the lens

Step 1

Completing a Test

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Completing a Test

5. Instruct the patient that he/she will hear a loud tone (or beep)
and then some fainter tones (or beeps). The patient is to respond
every time a tone is heard. Responses can be verbal (“yes” or
“beep”), gross motor (raising a hand, dropping a block in a
bucket, waving a paper towel), or fine motor (raising a finger).
Very young children may respond better via a verbal response,
whereas seniors seem to perform better via a gross motor
response.

Children as young as four years of age may be tested with this
instrument.1Limitations in screening younger children are behav­ioral, not physiological, and are due to the interactive nature of
the test. It is particularly important to reduce all sources of dis­tracting auditory and visual stimuli. It is recommended that chil­dren be seated in such a position that they face a blank wall.
Very young or uncooperative children should be referred to an
audiologist since special procedures are required with these
patients.

Examination of data by age groups indicates that the AudioScope
screening procedure shows good validity in predicting categories
of hearing acuity for subjects age 5 and older. For 3-year-old
subjects the error rates were significantly higher. While error
rates in the 4-year-old population were somewhat higher than
the older subjects, the error rates were not so high as to make
AudioScope screening unfeasible. Of those subjects in the 3-to­4-year-old age group who showed errors on the screening pro­cedure, all but two showed poor cooperation with both pure
tone threshold audiometry and the screening technique. In view

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1. Bienvenue, G., Michael, P., Chaffinch, J., Zeigler, J. — “The AudioScope™, A Clinical Tool for
Otoscopic and Audiometric Examination,” Ear and Hearing, Sept./Oct., 1985.

Step 4

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2. Gershel, J., Kugler, B., et. al., The Albert Einstein College of Medicine — “Accuracy of the
Welch Allyn AudioScope™ and Traditional Hearing Screening for Children with Known
Hearing Loss,” The Journal of Pediatrics, January, 1985.

3. Frank, J., Peterson, D. — “Accuracy of a 40dB HL AudioScope™ and Audiometer Screening
for Adults,” Ear and Hearing, March, 1987.

4. Gershel, J., Giraudi-Perry. D., et. al., The Albert Einstein College of Medicine — “Comparison
of Hearing Screened with the Welch Allyn AudioScope™ and a Traditional Audiometer,”
Presented at ASHA, 1985.

Step 6 Step 7

of the general findings, it appears that the AudioScope can be
used successfully with patients aged 4 years and older; howev­er, care must be exercised to note the level of cooperation
among the younger subjects.

2,3,4

6. Retract the patient’s pinna with the thumb and index finger.
Gently pull it slightly up and back. With children, the pinna
should be pulled back more than up. This facilitates insertion of
the tip.

7. Grasp AudioScope 3 and gently insert speculum tip into the ear
canal.

NOTE: The handle may also be held in a horizontal position.
Use little finger to stabilize instrument with respect to
patient’s head.

8. Position the tip so that the tympanic membrane or a portion of it
can be visualized. This visualization ensures free passage of sound.

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Do not attempt to perform procedures through the AudioScope 3
cavity. This may result in damage to the sound delivery system
of AudioScope 3 or inaccurate readings. If the tympanic mem­brane is significantly occluded by wax, the ear should be
cleaned prior to performing the hearing screen. Excessive wax
may reduce the hearing sensitivity of a patient.

9. Maintain AudioScope 3 in the same position and depress the
“START” button. The green light will then go out, and tone
indicators which show the tone being presented will light
sequentially.

10. Observe each tone indicator and the patient’s response. If, for
any reason (i.e. patient movement, excessive ambient noise,
etc.), the test is disrupted, it may be restarted at any time by
depressing the “START” button again. It is important to keep
AudioScope 3 stationary during the test to prevent generation
of noise.

11. Repeat Steps 5 through 10 on the opposite ear. Rescreen if
necessary (see General Protocol, page 13).

12. Turn the instrument “OFF” by sliding selection switch down.

13. Complete the AudioScope Screening Results form and attach it
to patient’s chart.

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Completing a Test

Step 10 Step 13

EXAMPLE ABOVE: All tones heard in left
ear, none heard in right ear.

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Guidelines for Selection of Screening Level

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2. Katz, J. “Handbook of Clinical Audiology,” Williams & Wilkins, 1985

3. American Speech Language and Hearing Association, “Guidelines for Identification
Audiometry,” ASHA, May 1985

4. Dalzell, L.E., PhD, Puccia, Swirat, D., M.A., Dept. of Audiology and Speech Pathology,
Strong Memorial Hospital, “Hearing Loss, Hearing Handicap, and Hearing Aid Candidacy in
Geriatrics,” presented at ASHA, 1983

Weinstein, B. E., St. John’s University, “Validity of a Screening Protocol for Identifying

Elderly People with Hearing Problems,” ASHA, May 1986

20 DB HL

This is a typical screening level for the school-aged child.

Although 25 dB HL is regarded as the upper limit for normal
hearing2, one would expect the young child’s hearing acuity to
be better than that of the adult.

Therefore, American Speech Language Hearing Association
(ASHA) guidelines for screening school children recommend use of
20 dB HL at 1000, 2000, and 4000 Hz with 500 Hz to be included
if ambient noise levels permit.

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Ambient noise levels are a concern when screening at this level.
It may be advisable to have room noise levels tested before using
this level routinely (see p. 27 for maximum permissible noise
levels).

25 DB HL

This is a standard screening level used with adults, and with chil­dren in situations where ambient noise prohibits use of 20 dB HL.

40 DB HL

This is a screening level which may be used to assess hearing
impairment in those people aged 65 and above. Typically, failure at
any frequency except 4000 Hz necessitates referral. An inability to
hear 4000 Hz accompanied by inability to hear at least one other
frequency also necessitates a referral.

There is a debate in the audiological community as to the appro­priateness of a 25 dB HL screen for seniors (those aged 65 and
above). Many feel the question becomes one of identifying per­sons whose hearing impairment poses a handicap as opposed to
the question of normal hearing. Many researchers4propose
40 dB HL as the level of choice for this age group.

AudioScope 3 gives you the flexibility of screening at 25 dB HL,
40 dB HL or both.

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General Protocol

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Many professional and state guidelines suggest the following:

If there is a failure at one or more frequencies in either ear, instruct
the patient again and screen again.

Failure at one or more frequencies on the second trial constitutes
failure on the screen. (See specific instructions above for seniors.)

Failure on a second screen indicates the need for further testing.
The patient should be referred to an audiologist and/or otolaryn­gologist.

IMPORTANT: A diagnosis or prescription for a hearing aid or
drugs should not be made solely on the basis of AudioScope 3
results. This instrument is a screening device designed to
identify people at risk for hearing loss and is to be used by the
Professional to make appropriate referrals.

General Protocol

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Lamp and Battery Replacement

COVER REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT

If the lamp or battery is to be replaced, it is necessary to first
remove the instrument cover:

1. Disconnect the charging transformer from AudioScope 3 and
turn the instrument “OFF” before beginning.

2. Insert a coin into the slot of the lock mechanism at the end of
the handle.

3. Turn the coin in either direction until the line under the word “OPEN”
on the lock is aligned with the recessed line on the housing.

4. Slide the cover back (away from the speculum end), until the
arrows on the instrument case align.

5. Lift the cover.

NOTE: Once the cover is removed, care should be taken not to
touch any of the internal components except as described in
this manual.

Step 2 Step 3

Step 4

Step 5

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Lamp and Battery

Replacement

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LAMP REPLACEMENT

To remove old lamp:

1. Turn AudioScope 3 “OFF.”

2. LAMP MAY BE HOT—ALLOW TO COOL BEFORE

PROCEEDING.

3. Follow instructions for cover removal (page 14).

4. Depress the blue lamp ejector lever (see Figure 1 below). The
lamp will pop up.

5. Grasp lamp and remove.

Figure 1

To insert new lamp:

1. For best performance of Halogen lamps, remove any dirt or
fingerprints from glass with a clean cloth moistened with 70%
Isopropyl Alcohol before inserting lamp. Failure to follow clean­ing procedures will result in permanent stains on the glass
with reduction in light output. Average lamp life is 20 hours of
on-time.

2. Rest lamp on lamp holder bracket with beveled end of lamp
toward fiber optic bundle (see Figure 1 above).

3. Push lamp into lamp holder.

4. Follow instructions for cover replacement (page 16).

NOTE: Replace with Welch Allyn No. 06200 lamp only. Other
lamps may cause damage to the instrument or may cause
inaccurate readings.

Lamp ejector lever

Fiber Optic Bundle
Beveled end of lamp

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BATTERY REPLACEMENT

Turn AudioScope 3 “OFF”. Remove the cover and lift out the bat­tery. Observe polarity markings when installing new battery.

NOTE: Replace with Welch Allyn No. 72300 only.

COVER REPLACEMENT

The cover may be replaced in the opposite manner in which it was
removed:

1. Place the cover over the instrument so that the arrows on the
cover and the housing are aligned.

2. Press down gently on the cover and slide it up toward the
speculum end of the instrument.

3. Return the lock mechanism to the locked position.

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Recharging

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The 3.5v nickel cadmium battery used in this instrument will provide
approximately 50 minutes of continuous operation. When the bat­tery is low, the yellow “LO BATT” indicator will illuminate and
AudioScope 3 will automatically shut off, thereby preventing incor­rect results due to inadequate battery voltage. Viewing illumination
will remain on for a period of time after the low battery indicator
becomes illuminated. The instrument may be recharged using any
of the following three methods:

METHOD 1: USING CHARGING STAND

THIS CHARGING STAND CAN BE USED ON A DESK TOP OR
MOUNTED TO A WALL:

1. Turn AudioScope 3 “OFF”.

2. Plug the output cord of the charging transformer into the jack of
the charging stand.

3. Plug the charging transformer into a power receptacle of appro­priate voltage, frequency and plug configuration. (No. 71040
Charging Transformer shown; see p. 22 for others.)

4. Place AudioScope 3 in charging stand. Handle will fit into well
only one way.

5. By leaving AudioScope 3 in the charging stand, a fully charged
instrument is always ready for use. Battery can be charged
indefinitely without damage. A completely discharged battery
can be fully charged overnight.

Recharging

Method 1

Handle will fit into well ONLY ONE WAY

Handle receptacle for charging
AudioScope 3

Four posts for storing Welch Allyn
AudioSpecs

Indicator light illuminates when
instrument is charging properly

Charging Transformer

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METHOD 2: USING CHARGING TRANSFORMER

1. Turn AudioScope 3 “OFF”.

2. Plug the charging transformer into a power receptacle of appro­priate voltage, frequency and plug configuration (see p. 22).

3. Plug the output cord of the charging transformer into
AudioScope 3 charging jack.

4. Place the instrument on its side.

AudioScope 3 will not operate while recharging. A fully drained
battery can be recharged overnight. The instrument can be left
charging indefinitely without damage to instrument or battery. For
longest battery life, use the instrument for at least 20 examinations
before recharging, and vary the number of uses between
recharges.

METHOD 3: USING MICROTYMP
PRINTER/CHARGER

The Printer/Charger for the Welch Allyn MicroTymp (Models 71130,
71135, 71170, 71175) may also be used to charge AudioScope 3.
Follow instructions above for charging stand.

NOTE: The bottom portion of AudioScope 3 handle will become
slightly warm during recharging.

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Method 2

Step 2b

Step 2c

(71040 Charging
Transformer shown)

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1. Choose a location for the charging stand that is within five feet
(1.5m) of an electrical outlet.

2. Position mounting bracket vertically on wall and use as a
template to pencil markings for drill holes.

3. Select correct mounting hardware: Sheet metal screws and
plastic anchors for concrete block or plasterboard — .187"
(4.75 mm) diameter drill. Sheet metal screws only for metal
panel or wood walls .120" (3.05 mm) diameter drill. Note: If
wall requires anchors, secure them to wall first.

4. Fasten mounting bracket to wall with screws.

5. Mount unit by aligning cutout in back of charging stand with
the top of the bracket. Push charging stand down until seated
securely on bracket.

Wall Mounting Instructions

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Wall Mounting Instructions

Charging Stand

Bracket

Mounting
Screw

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CHARGING TRANSFORMERS/CHARGING STAND

None of the charging transformers nor charging stand should be
sterilized. All may be cleaned by wiping with a dry cloth.

Do NOT pour water or any cleaning solution into charging well or
specula storage area.

AUDIOSCOPE 3

May be cleaned by wiping with a dry cloth or a cloth that has been
lightly dampened with 70% Isopropyl Alcohol. The cover and lens
holder must be in place when the instrument is cleaned. Care
should be taken to prevent seepage of liquid into the instrument.
The lens assembly may be cleaned separately by sliding it out of
the housing.

NOTE: Do not attempt to clean or perform procedures through
the AudioScope 3 cavity. This may result in inaccurate read­ings or damage to AudioScope 3 sound delivery system.

AUDIOSPECS

Will withstand cleaning or sterilization by any one of the following:

Ethylene Oxide (130°F, 8 PSI, 4 hr. cycle)

Steam Autoclave (270°F, 27 PSI, 6 minute cycle)

Cidex

Cidex 7

70% Isopropyl Alcohol

Betadine (10% by volume)

Zepharan Chloride (with or without anti-rust tablets)

Wescodyne (10% by volume)

Boil in water (30 minutes)

Cleaning and Sterilization

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The following replacement parts are available from your
Welch Allyn Distributor:

AudioSpecs

No. 23303 Small

No. 23305 Medium

No. 23307 Large

No. 23400 Complete Set

(one each of small, medium and large)

Battery
No. 72300 3.5v Rechargeable

Nickel Cadmium

Carrying Case
No. 05232 Soft

Charging Stand
No. 71123 Desk or wall mounting

Lamp
No. 06200 3.5v Halogen

Results Forms
No. 55230 Package of 100

AudioScope 3 Parts and Accessories

AudioScope 3 Parts

and Accessories

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TRANSFORMERS (CHARGING)

Any of the following Welch Allyn charging transformers may be
used with this instrument:

No. 71040 110-130v Input UL
Recognized. CSA Certified

No. 71032 220-240v Input
Compliant with IEC 601-1

No. 71034 230-250v Input
Compliant with IEC 601-1

No. 71036 230-250v Input SAA
Approved

All transformers operate at either 50 or 60 Hz.

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SERVICE

For customers in North America, please return instruments requir­ing service to a Welch Allyn Technical Service Department listed
below or to an authorized Welch Allyn distributor.

Technical Service Department Technical Service Department

Welch Allyn, Inc. Welch Allyn Canada Ltd.
4341 State Street Road 160 Matheson Blvd. East, Unit #2
Skaneateles Falls, NY 13153-0220 Mississaugua, Ontario
U.S.A. CANADA L4Z 1V4
Telephone: [phone] Telephone: [phone] (in

315-685-4560 Canada only) or 905-890-0004

Fax: [phone] Fax: [phone]

For customers outside of North America, return your instru­ment to a local, authorized Welch Allyn distributor or to your
nearest Welch Allyn service center.

RECALIBRATION

The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
recommends that audiometers be recalibrated annually.
Arrangements may be made by returning the AudioScope 3 regis­tration card or contacting Welch Allyn’s Technical Service
Department or an authorized Welch Allyn Distributor. A moderate
fee is charged for recalibration.

In addition, a daily biological check may be performed. This is
accomplished by a person with known normal hearing who listens
to the tones for intensity and quality.

Service, Recalibration and Warranty

Service, Recalibration

and Warranty

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WARRANTY

Welch Allyn, Inc. warrants the AudioScope 3 and the charging
stand to be free of original defects in material and workmanship
and to perform in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications
for a period of one year from the date of purchase. If this instru­ment or any component thereof is found to be defective or at vari­ance with the manufacturer’s specifications during the warranty
period, Welch Allyn will repair or replace the instrument or compo­nent(s) at no cost to the purchaser.

This warranty only applies to instruments purchased new from
Welch Allyn or its authorized distributors or representatives. The
purchaser must return the instrument directly to Welch Allyn or
an authorized distributor or representative and bear the costs of
shipping.

This warranty does not cover breakage or failure due to tampering,
misuse, neglect, accidents, modification or shipping, and is void if
the instrument is not used in accordance with manufacturer’s rec­ommendations or if repaired or serviced by other than Welch Allyn
or a Welch Allyn authorized representative. No other express or
implied warranty is given.

Extend the AudioScope 3 warranty from one to three years.

This warranty can be extended to three years provided the
AudioScope 3 is returned to a Welch Allyn service location for
recalibration annually. A moderate fee for recalibration will be
charged.

Purchase date determines warranty and annual recalibration
requirements.

Return of instrument registration card is required for proof of
purchase, warranty validation and recalibration requirements.

AudioScope 3 Rechargeable Battery

Welch Allyn nickel-cadmium batteries are warranted by Welch Allyn
for two years from date of manufacture (when used in Welch Allyn
instruments only). Defective batteries will be replaced on a pro rata
basis should failure occur prior to expiration date on battery.

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AUDIOSCOPE 3

Size/Weight

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Technical Specifications

(3.61 cm)

1.42 in.

(3.68 cm)

1.45 in.

(21.6 cm)

8.5 in.

Weight 9 oz. (248 g)

Technical Specifications

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Operating Temperature Range: 59° to 95°F (15° to 35°C).

All specifications apply over this temperature range.

Frequencies: 500, 1000, 2000 and 4000 Hz ±3%.

Distortion: Less than 3% total harmonic distortion (as measured at

transducer input).

Rise/Fall Times: 60 ±40 msec. as measured between the -1 and

-20 dB points.

Tone Duration: 1.5 ±0.2 sec.

Pause Between Tones: Varied: between 1.0 and 2.0 seconds.

Sound Level: Sound levels were established by threshold loudness

balance method to TDH-39 receiver with MX41/AR cushion per
ANSI S3.6 -1969 Ref. Thresholds.

These levels were established in an independent study and are
equivalent to standard audiometric headphones.

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±3 dB @ 500, 1000 and 2000 Hz ±4 dB @ 4000 Hz. This corre­sponds to the following absolute sound pressure levels when the
instrument is coupled to an occluded ear simulator per ANSI Std.
No. S3.25-1979.

Actual Sound Level (dB re 20 uPa)

Freq. (Hz) For 20 dB HL For 25 dB HL For 40 dB HL

500 29.9 34.9 49.9
1000 27.3 32.3 47.3
2000 32.7 37.7 52.7
4000 33.9 38.9 53.9

5. Bienvenue, G., Michael, P., Chaffinch, J. — “Reference Threshold Sound Pressure Levels for
the Welch Allyn Audioscope”, Acoustical Society of America, 1984

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Maximum Permissible Ambient Noise for 20 dB HL Screen

55 dB A or
48 dB — 500 Hz octave filter
48 dB — 1000 Hz octave filter
48 dB — 2000 Hz octave filter
48 dB — 4000 Hz octave filter

Maximum Permissible Ambient Noise for 25 dB HL Screen and
40 dB HL Screen

60 dB A or
53 dB — 500 Hz octave filter
53 dB — 1000 Hz octave filter
53 dB — 2000 Hz octave filter
53 dB — 4000 Hz octave filter

Lamp: 3.5v Halogen, 20 hr. average life

Battery: 3.5v nickel cadmium rechargeable — approximately

50 minutes of continuous operation between recharges.

CHARGING STAND SPECIFICATIONS

Dimensions:

Circuit
Diagram:

Model: 71123

Input: Models 71032, 71034, 71036 and 71040 Charging

Transformers

Output: Model 23300 AudioScope 3™ charging rate — 75 mA

Leakage Current: See instructions for 71032, 71034, 71036 and

71040 Charging Transformers.

Weight: 1 lb. 3 oz. (539 g).

4.5"

(11.4 cm)

2.75"

(6.99 cm)

4.25"

(10.8 cm)

330

75

2W

Pin Term

Sleeve Term

Power Jack

Charging Well

Technical Specifications

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CHARGING TRANSFORMERS

Model No. Wt. A B C

71040 4 oz. 2.2" 2.1" 1.7"
71032 190 gm 70 mm 40 mm 40 mm
71034 190 gm 70 mm 40 mm 40 mm
71036 175 gm 63 mm 43 mm 43 mm

CIRCUIT DIAGRAM FOR CHARGING TRANSFORMERS

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Refer to page 22 for Voltage, Hz, Input and Output for all models.

Split Bobbin, Step-down Transformer

(Core grounded for 71040 only)

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Part No. 230231-3 Rev. F

Welch Allyn, Inc.
4341 State Street Road
Skaneateles Falls, NY 13153-0220
[phone] or
[phone] (in U.S.A. only)
Fax [phone]

Printed in the U.S.A.