boso 0923 Stethoskope Instruction Manual
- May 15, 2024
- boso
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boso 0923 Stethoskope
Product Information
Specifications
- Manufacturer: BOSCH + SOHN GmbH u. Co.KG
- Model : Stethoscope
- Product Type : Medical device
- Order Number : [Insert Order Number]
- Compliance: CE Mark
Product Usage Instructions
Safety Instructions
- Always use with ear tips to avoid the risk of injury.
- Do not use the stethoscope without the diaphragm.
- Discontinue use if there are signs of material wear.
- Avoid exposure to extreme temperatures.
- Do not perform heat sterilization on the stethoscope.
- Avoid contact with sharp or pointed objects to prevent damage.
Purpose
The stethoscope is intended for auscultation in adult and pediatric patients to assess sounds related to heart, lung, and intestinal activity.
Intended Users
The stethoscope is suitable for healthcare professionals for diagnostic purposes.
Usage Instructions
- Ensure ear tips are securely attached.
- Position the stethoscope correctly based on the type of sound to be assessed (high or low frequencies).
- Adjust the stethoscope until the diaphragm is active for optimal performance.
- Insert ear tips into ears with the tip pointing towards the ear canal.
- Regularly check and replace ear tips if necessary.
Cleaning and Maintenance
To change the diaphragm or ear tips, unscrew the existing ones and replace them with new parts. Clean the stethoscope with a mild disinfectant after each use to maintain hygiene.
Disinfection
Use a suitable disinfectant to clean the stethoscope, following the manufacturer’s recommendations for proper disinfection procedures.
FAQ
- Q: Can I use the stethoscope without ear tips?
- A : No, always use ear tips to prevent injury and ensure accurate sound transmission.
- Q: How often should I clean the stethoscope?
- A : Clean the stethoscope with a mild disinfectant after each use to maintain hygiene standards.
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Contents of package
- Stethoscope
- Spare eartips
- Spare diaphragms
- User instructions
General information
- Your boso stethoscope complies with the ordinance (EU) 2017/745 on medical devices (CE mark).
- Please read these user instructions carefully before using the stethoscope and store them afterward.
- Never expose your stethoscope to extreme cold or heat.
- Do not perform heat sterilization on the stethoscope.
- The stethoscope can be damaged by sharp or pointed objects.
- Do not insert the eartips too deep into the auditory canal – the risk of injury!
- Check the eartips for soiling and remove it to ensure the proper function of the stethoscope.
- Never use the stethoscope without eartips – the risk of injury!
- Never use the stethoscope without the diaphragm.
- Use only original Boso spare parts.
- The stethoscope may only be used for the purpose indicated under “Intended use”.
- If there are signs of material wear, the device should no longer be used.
Intended use
Assessment of sounds and noises in human medicine associated with the activity of the heart, lungs, and intestines. During blood pressure measurement, a stethoscope is used to hear Korotkoff sounds.
Indication
A stethoscope is used in human medicine in general to capture and assess
sounds and noises associated with the activity of the heart, lungs, and
intestines.
During blood pressure measurement, the stethoscope is used to hear Korotkoff
sounds. The device is thus suitable for the supplementary diagnosis of
cardiovascular diseases, diseases of the respiratory tract, and diseases of
the gastrointestinal tract.
Contraindication
No contraindications are known.
intended users
The Boso stethoscopes are used by physicians and medical professionals.
Target patient group
The boso stethoscopes are suitable for auscultation in adults, children, infants, and newborns.
Using the double-sided chest piece (only boli, boki, cardio)
- By rotating the chest piece around the connection, the stethoscope is adjusted for use of the diaphragm side or the bell side. Rotate until you clearly feel the piece snap into place.
- Use the diaphragm side for the auscultation of high frequencies and the bell side for the auscultation of low frequencies.
- With the binaural on, you can immediately hear whether the diaphragm is active by lightly rubbing the diaphragm.
Adjusting the binaural
- Your boso stethoscope has been constructed and adjusted in the factory so that it adapts comfortably to and acoustically seals the ear.
- When inserting the eartips into theaters, they should point forward inthe direction of the auditory canal.
- If the spring tension is nonetheless too high or too low for you personally, it can be easily adjusted:
Too high:
Hold the binaural firmly as shown and slowly pull the two sides apart until the binaural is sufficiently expanded.
Adjusting the binaural
Too low:
- Hold the binaural in your hand at the connector between the metal and plastic and slowly squeeze it together until both plastic tubes cross over each other.
- Repeat the procedure until the desired tension is reached.
Changing the diaphragm
- To remove the diaphragm, hold the chest piece with the diaphragm side facing upwards and roll the protective ring off downwards using both thumbs and index fingers.
- To mount the diaphragm, lay it on the chest piece and place the protective ring with the shorter edge facing downwards directly on the diaphragm. Secure the protective ring at one position using your thumb and index finger. Now push the protective ring down with your other thumb, using circular motions along the ring. Align the protective ring such that the diaphragm is fully secured.
Changing the eartips
- To change the eartips, unscrew the tips over the integrated thread and affix the new tips by screwing them on.
- To avoid injuries, check that the tips are correctly positioned prior to each use.
Cleaning
For cleaning, use a cloth dampened with a mild soap solution or alcohol
(70%isopropyl).
Never use abrasive cleaning agents, thinners, or benzene for cleaning.
Do not place the stethoscope in cleaning fluid.
Disinfection
We recommend using mikrozid® sensitive liquid disinfectant (Schülke & Mayr) to disinfect the device by wiping it, and leaving the disinfectant on for at least 5 minutes.
Incident reporting obligation
A serious incident is to be reported to the manufacturer and the competent
authority of the member state in which the user and/or patient is located.
A “serious incident” denotes an incident which had, could have had, or could
have one of the following consequences, directly or indirectly:
- a ) the death of a patient, user, or another person,
- b ) the temporary or permanent serious worsening in the state of health of a patient, user, or other persons,
- c ) a serious risk to public health.
Warranty conditions
We provide a three-year manufacturer’s warranty on this product from the date of purchase. The date of purchase must be shown by the invoice. Defects due to material or manufacturing errors are repaired free of charge within the warranty period. If parts are replaced under warranty, the warranty period is extended only for those parts, not for the entire device.
The warranty does not cover damage due to wear and tear, transport damage or any damage caused by incorrect use (e.g. failure to comply with the user instructions) or by interventions by unauthorised parties. The warranty does not give you any claim for damages against us.
This does not affect the purchaser’s right to make a claim on the grounds of
defects as set out in § 437 of the German Civil Code.
If you wish to make use of the warranty, you must send the device together
with the original receipt to:
- BOSCH + SOHN GmbH u. Co. KG Bahnhofstr. 64, 72417 Jungingen, Germany.
- BOSCH + SOHN GmbH u. Co. KG Bahnhofstraße 64
- 72417 Jungingen, Germany
- T + 49 (0) 74 77 92 75 – 0
- F + 49 (0) 74 77 10 21
- E [email protected]
- boso.de
- Ningbo Free Trade Zone Tenso Medical Instruments Co., Ltd.
- 24/F. Hualian Bldg, 238 Zhongshan East Road, 315000 Ningbo China
- Shanghai International Holding Corp. GmbH (Europe) Eiffestrasse 80, 20537 Hamburg Germany