GIMA 32533 Classic Dual Head Stethoscope User Manual

: June 4, 2024
: GIMA

Table of Contents

GIMA 32533 Classic Dual Head Stethoscope
Bow adjustment
Adjustment of the bow tension
- Replacement of the diaphragm
Selection of frequency/cushion for double-head models only
Cleaning and maintenance
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GIMA 32533 Classic Dual Head Stethoscope

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All serious accidents concerning the medical device supplied by us must be reported to the manufacturer and competent authority of the member state where your registered of-fice is located.

These medical devices are intended for auscultation.

Bow adjustment

Position the eartubes so that they are inclined at about 15° and the ear tips are in line with the nose bridge, facing forward with respect to you (see illustration). In this way, the eartubes will be aligned with the ear canal and you will obtain a clear, sharp sound. Holding the eartubes in front of you with one tube in each hand, open them, separating the tubes and inserting the ear tips in your ears.

Adjustment of the bow tension

If you feel uncomfortable or performance is poor, adjust the tension of the eartubes. Press the binaural ear tubes against each other gently to increase the tension, and separate them to reduce it.

Attention: excessive tension could weaken the bow.
For best performance, it is important to use eartips of a suitable size for your ears. This is particularly important if you’re using soft conformable ear tips.

Replacement of the diaphragm

Although the diaphragm is solid and planned to last long, it could be necessary to replace it.

In this case proceed as follows:

Remove the backing ring, paying attention not to damage it (for screw models, counterclockwise rotate the ring), then pull the diaphragm out.
Fit the new diaphragm and reposition the backing ring making sure that it is well fixed (for screw models clockwise rotate the ring).

Selection of frequency/cushion for double-head models only

Rotating the chestpiece by 180°, it is possible to change the listening mode by opening (or indexing) the side you wish to use, either the diaphragm or open bell: select the diaphragm to listen to high frequencies, or the open bell to listen to low frequencies. “If the diaphragm is open, the bell will be closed, blocking the sound coming from the bell and vice versa. To determine which of the two sides is active, position the ear tips in your ears and exert slight pressure on the diaphragm or on the hole of the bell.

Cleaning and maintenance

Regular and periodic cleaning will ensure the best performance over time:

Keep away from extreme heat and cold, solvents, and oils.
Do not submerge the product in liquids and do not subject it to sterilization processes.
Disinfect the product after each use, using a 70% isopropyl alcohol solution.
Avoid damage to the product caused by sharp objects.
Regularly unscrew the eartips to keep them clean. Clean the ear tips (and various parts of the product, if necessary) with alcohol or soapy water and dry them completely before reassembling them. Make sure the eartips have been securely refitted to the ends of the eartubes.
Do not use the product disassembled (e.g. without eartips) and/or in the event of visible damage