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3. How the EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor Works The EarCheck Monitor accurately detects the presence of middle ear fluid i e otitis media with effusion which may be associated with acute ear infection It is clinically proven to be safe and reliable It provides accurate results when used according to the instructions The EarCheck Monitor uses sound waves to detect middle ear fluid It sends a pleasant chirping sound into the ear canal Some of this sound bounces off the eardrum and travels back to the instrument s built in microphone The Earcheck Monitor then analyzes the reflected sound to determine if the eardrum is working normally If there is fluid in the ear the eardrum s vibrations may be restricted The greater the fluid level the greater the reflected sound This procedure is quick and painless Within only seconds you will be able to determine if a child has fluid in the middle ear The results are easy for you to interpret see Reading Your Results on page 14 Innovia 8527 Bluejacket Street Lenexa KS 66214 EarCheck and EarCheck logo are trademarks of Innovia Medical LLC Innovia Medical LLC 2007 All rights reserved www earcheck com Part EC2UCM RevA Printed in China
4. Study this diagram Figure 1 amp 2 to become familiar with your EarCheck Display Panel J Level indicators SCAN 7 Low Battery Indicator Button Error Indicator Retry Indicator az Battery Door Figure 1 Verification Tube C US LISTED E Innovia Madieal ue Midale Ear Monitor Figure 2 EarCheck Use amp Care Manual 8 EarCheg k Middle Ear Me Using Your EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor Step 1 Test to make sure your EarCheck is functioning properly Before using your EarCheck monitor test i with the Verification 2 Tube to make sure it is ve functioning properly Verification Tube J Insert your EarCheck tip firmly into the Verification Tube Figure 3 J Press the SEAN bution Figure 3 Testing the EarCheck Monitor Listen for an audible tone and observe that each Level indicator lights up briefly in sequence followed by the Red Level 5 indicator This tells you the EarCheck Monitor is ready for use If Red Level 5 indicator is not displayed take a second reading CAUTION If you still do NOT get a Red Level 5 reading or if the ERROR symbol is displayed do not use your EarCheck Refer to the Troubleshooting section on Page 19 for more information CAUTION Your EarCheck monitor uses sound waves to detect middle ear fluid and should be used in a quiet environment Excessive noise may prevent a reading from being taken and cause the Retry Symbo
5. Do not use cleaning solvents on product or tips They may damage instrument Always replace batteries when Low Battery symbol La appears Low batteries or defective batteries can result in a false or inaccurate reading EarCheck Use amp Care Manual EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor Care Cleaning and Storage Cleaning your EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor To operate properly and to help prevent cross contamination it is important that you keep the EarCheck tip clean As required or after each use if the optional Tip Cover is not used gently wipe the surface of the tip with a cotton swab or lint free soft cloth moistened with alcohol Allow the alcohol to completely dry prior to use of your EarCheck device Do not allow the alcohol or any objects to get inside the tip as they may damage the sensitive electronics inside your EarCheck device Storing your EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor J Store in a dry environment away from dust contamination and liquids Y Store at room temperature 50 95 Do not expose the instrument to extreme temperatures or humidity For example do not store in a car If your EarCheck Monitor has not been stored at room temperature keep it at room temperature at least 60 minutes before using it EarCheck Use amp Care Manual EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor Table of Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY Care Cleaning and
6. Acute Otitis Media Acute Otitis Media is what we normally think of as an ear infection It is often accompanied by pain fever and other symptoms When fluid is present in the middle ear without active infection the condition is called Otitis Media with Effusion Otitis Media with Effusion may be the result of a child recovering from an ear infection or may be associated with an oncoming ear infection Fluid may persist in the middle ear for weeks to months after an episode of acute otitis media Although Otitis Media with Effusion does not generally cause symptoms such as pain and fever it may impair the child s hearing Because the child does not appear to be sick you may not realize the condition exists EarCheck Use amp Care Manual EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor What You Should Know About Ear Infections Hearing and Child Development A child s brain develops through the use of the five senses sight hearing taste smell and touch The loss of any one of the senses may affect the child s development For example the loss of hearing may lead to speech delays read ing delays and learning disabilities even after the condition is corrected Middle ear fluid that remains in the ear and results in conductive hearing loss can have a long term impact on child development Checking a Child s Ears The EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor can be a useful instrument to check a child s ears in a number of sit
7. Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Action Fails Verification Verification tube is blocked Remove blockage Test The EarCheck tip is not Insert your EarCheck properly inserted in tip straight into the Verification tube Verification tube as far as possible The EarCheck Monitoris Move EarCheck not at room temperature Monitor to room temperature Wait 60 minutes before using Error Symbol Device malfunction Test with Verification MA tube If test successful Retry If unsuccessful call customer care Low Battery Weak batteries Replace batteries Symbol Lh IMPORTANT If error symbol is still displayed after taking all of the above steps scan both ears If the Error Symbol appears for one ear but a Level reading appears for the other a condition that the EarCheck Monitor cannot measure may exist EarCheck Use amp Care Manual 20 EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor Customer Care For assistance in the operation of your EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor or for service please visit our website at www earcheck com or contact Customer Care at 1 888 EarChek 1 888 327 2435 IMPORTANT Should repair be needed within the warranty period please call Customer Care at 1 888 EarChek 1 888 327 2435 To ensure prompt response and service do not return your EarCheck without first obtaining a Return Authorization number from Innovia Medical Call and explain the exact nature of the problem Please indicate
8. Ear Health Ifa child is already being treated for an ear infection you can continue to use your EarCheck to monitor the child s ear health If middle ear fluid is still present after a reasonable amount of time or if other signs of illness get worse consult your doctor Middle ear fluid can fluctuate A well child may have occasional high Level readings that do not last which may be due to a temporary block age of the Eustachian tube If a seemingly well child has occasional readings in Levels 3 5 continue to monitor daily to determine if the condition is temporary If the child is sick consult your doctor If a child with known middle ear fluid has an occasional low reading the child may have temporarily cleared the middle ear fluid by sneezing blowing the nose etc Higher Level readings may return until the condition clears EarCheck Use amp Care Manual 16 EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor Helpful Hints J Practice using your EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor on a well cooperative child to familiarize yourself with proper technique before using on a sick child Refer to the Using Your EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor section of this manual for further information Tug firmly on the child s ear pulling the ear straight back and up If you still do not get a reading tug the ear straight back or straight back and down Use your EarCheck Monitor in a quiet environment to ensure best results If the child is c
9. get into eyes Discard device appropriately 5 There are NO User Serviceable Parts Do not attempt to take device apart or repair Contact Customer Care CAUTION The EarCheck Monitor should NOT be used for the following children Children under 6 months of age Y Children with ear tubes ventilation tubes Children with water in the outer ear such as those with swimmer s ear Y Children with known perforation or rupture of the eardrum Children with facial or ear deformities Y Children with visible drainage of pus or blood in the outer ear canal SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor Care Cleaning and Storage Caring for your EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor Your EarCheck is simple to use and easy to maintain However it must be handled carefully to remain in good operating condition Follow these instructions at all times 1 Do not drop your EarCheck Monitor Damage to the instrument s electronics may result Never let your EarCheck get wet It could become permanently damaged if water or other liquids get inside If your EarCheck needs cleaning only use a soft dry cloth Do not introduce foreign objects into your EarCheck tip s opening This can damage sensitive parts Do not take your EarCheck apart as this will invalidate the instrument s warranty Do not expose your EarCheck to direct sunlight temperature or humidity extremes moisture or dust See page 23 for operating conditions
10. reasonable time consult doctor EarCheck Use amp Care Manual 14 EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor Reading Your Results Interpreting Level Readings continued Level Indication What To Do Next YELLOW This Result May Appear With Level 2 A sick child whose signs of illness warrant medical attention A sick child who is getting better or J A well child Note Some well children will always have Level 2 as a normal reading GREEN This Result May Appear With Level 1 A well child Y A sick child who does not have middle ear fluid Monitor Consult doctor if Level does not decrease within reasonable time Continue monitoring daily If reading level does not continue to decrease within reasonable time consult doctor No action required Consult doctor if signs of illness warrant a medical opinion Note Fluid may remain in the middle ear for several weeks after an ear infection has cleared If it does you should consult your doctor IMPORTANT When you consult your doctor be sure to describe any other signs and symptoms of illness the child may have such as fever pain pulling or rubbing the ear etc Your doctor is your best source of information on your child s health At any time that you have a question or concern about your child s health contact your doctor EarCheck Use amp Care Manual 15 EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor Monitoring The Child s
11. EarChec lt Middle Ear Monitor USE 8 CARE MANUAL IMPORTANT Read this manual completely before using the EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor Save these instructions For answers to questions about use or service call our Customer Care depart ment toll free at 1 888 EarChek 1 888 327 2435 El Manual para el uso y cuidado est disponible en espa ol del departamento de Servicio al cliente o se puede descargar de www earcheck com Innovia DU www earcheck com IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical products especially when children are present basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING DANGER To reduce the risk of electrocution 1 Do not use while bathing 2 Do not place or store product where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink 3 Do not place in or drop into water or other liquid WARNING To reduce the risk of burns electrocution fire or injury to persons 1 Close supervision is necessary when this product is used by on or near children or invalids 2 Use this product only for its intended use as described in this manual Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer 3 Do not use EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor as a substitute for consulting your doctor if your child needs medical attention or treatment 4 Batteries can corrode and leak toxic liquid Do not allow contact with skin or
12. EarCheck helpful in taking the guesswork out of ear infections Only EarCheck features the same patented proven technology used by thousands of physicians since 1997 and a technique recommended by the American Academies of Pediatrics and Family Physicians EarCheck has also been FDA cleared and UL approved for your peace of mind Please read the entire Use amp Care manual prior to using your EarCheck Keep it in a safe place so that you can refer to it in the future if needed For more information please visit our website at www earcheck com or call our Customer Care Team at 888 Ear Chek 327 2435 The AAP AAFP have not specifically recommended the EarCheck device EarCheck Use amp Care Manual ta EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor Quick Reference Guide Use this Quick Reference Guide only after reading the Use amp Care Manual completely Verification Tube 1 Test Before Using Insert your EarCheck tip firmly into the gt Verification Tub AN erification Tube Button Press the SCAN button An audible tone and each Level indicator will light up briefly in sequence followed by the Red Level 5 indicator This tells you the EarCheck Monitor is ready for use If Red Level 5 indicator is not displayed take a second reading 1 Testing the EarCheck Monitor If Red Level 5 is still not displayed or if Error Symbol N appears refer to Troubleshooting section of User s Manual 2 Stabili
13. ght 4 50z 128 With Batteries Sound volume 80 dB SPL X 6dB Display LED display Display Hold Time 5 sec Power Two AA Alkaline Batteries Battery Life approximately 1 000 readings Ambient Temperature Operating Range 59 F to 95 F 15 C 35 C Relative Humidity Operating Range 7596 Storage Temperature Range 4 F to 122 F 20 C 50 Relative Humidity Storage Range lt 85 Operating Altitude Range Up to 10 000 MSL This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulation EarCheck Use amp Care Manual 23 EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor Index Battery Installation and 18 Car amp Cheah evisos rd tore ee be FT OR eS d b COMPONENS vi ccce boxe ehe e ehe be eb pee aci deeds 8 Customer Cal raid E E e dn 21 Error Symbol rindan rie em erre dis 20 Helpful ree 17 Home Monitoring 25 Indications for Use 5 Operating nstr ctiOns venis cure dass 9 Readino vanas cin co ds 14 Registering Your
14. he child s ear were a clock rotate the EarCheck from 4 00 to 8 00 o clock CAUTION Excessive noise such as a crying child may affect the performance of your EarCheck Step 5 Read Results J Remove the EarCheck tip from child s ear Y Read results See Figure 8 CAUTION Do NOT remove EarCheck tip from the ear with out first hearing the long tone or 1 MONITOR you may get an incorrect reading FLUID UNLIKELY EarCheck s Level readings will remain displayed for about 5 Figure 8 Read Results seconds after the SCAN has been completed EarCheck Use amp Care Manual 12 EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor Using Your EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor What to do if Retry Symbol amp 9 appears It is not unusual for a Retry symbol to appear as you learn to use your EarCheck monitor If the Retry symbol appears repeat Steps 3 to 5 pages 11 12 If Retry symbol reoccurs refer to the Troubleshooting section of this manual page 19 IMPORTANT If Retry symbol continues after taking all of the above steps scan both ears If the Retry symbol appears for one ear but a Level reading appears for the other ear consult your doctor An ear condition that EarCheck Monitor cannot measure may exist See Warning page a Step 6 Record results on Home Monitoring Chart This Use amp Care Manual includes a Home Monitoring Chart that allows you to track and record the presence of fluid in your child
15. k to see that your EarCheck monitor is working properly see Step 2 page 10 Cover AA Lock N Battery Cover Si Thy Y Figure 9c Replace Cover EarCheck Use amp Care Manual 18 EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor Troubleshooting Your EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor is designed for trouble free use Should you encounter difficulty consult the information below or call our Customer Care department at 1 888 EarChek 1 888 327 2435 Problem Retry Symbol e Possible Cause Ear tug is incorrect or not held through the entire process EarCheck tip is not properly placed over ear canal completely covering the outer ear canal EarCheck tip is not aimed straight down the canal EarCheck tip is dirty Background noise is too loud Child is crying Ear canal is completely blocked with wax Tip is removed from ear prior to completing scan Action Try a variety of tugs pulling the ear straight back and up back and down or straight back Make sure EarCheck tip is over the ear canal and aimed straight down the canal Continue ear tug while scanning Slowly re aim device down ear canal while continuing ear tug Clean EarCheck tip Find a quiet location Calm child Consult your doctor Do NOT attempt to remove wax Take another reading EarCheck Use amp Care Manual 19 EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor
16. l 9 to be displayed WARNING To prevent possible choking hazard keep Verification Tube away from young children EarCheck Use amp Care Manual EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor Using Your EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor Step 2 Install the Optional Disposable Tip Cover NOTE For your convenience your Tip Cover EarCheck will work properly without a disposable Tip Cover installed Tip Covers are designed for one time use Y If you are using a disposable Tip Cover install by holding the new Tip Cover at its base with your thumb and forefinger Press the Tip Cover firmly over your EarCheck monitor tip until you feel the Tip Cover snap into place Figure 4 Figure 4 Installing a Disposable Tip Cover Y To remove the disposable Tip Cover grasp the base of the Tip Cover with your thumb and forefinger and pull firmly until the Tip Cover releases from you EarCheck monitor tip Dispose of the old Tip Cover appropriately WARNING To prevent possible choking hazard keep Tip Covers away from young children EarCheck Use amp Care Manual 10 FarChecx Middle Ear Monitor Using Your EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor Step 3 Properly position child and instrument Place child in an upright position sitting or standing If necessary you may hold the child in your lap in an upright position CAUTION Do NOT lay the child down This position may affect ear fluid levels and give an incorrect
17. product is not warranted for professional use During the warranty period Innovia Medical LLC will either repair or replace at our option free of charge any parts necessary to correct faults in the materials or workmanship This excludes damage to the product resulting from accident or misuse You will need a store receipt or other proof of purchase showing the date on which the unit was purchased The above warranty is complete and exclusive Innovia Medical LLC expressly disclaims liability for incidental special or consequential damages of any nature Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above warranty may not apply to you Any implied warranties arising by the operation of law shall be limited in duration to the term of this warranty Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitation may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state Registering Your EarCheck Monitor Please visit our website at www earcheck com to register your EarCheck This will assist us with providing Customer Care should it be needed in the future EarCheck Use amp Care Manual 22 EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor Technical Specifications EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor Dimensions 5 25in H x 1 8in W x 2 75 in D 133mm x 47mm x 70mm Wei
18. r an ear infection has cleared up Y Determine when your child should be seen by a doctor for middle ear fluid About Otitis media Otitis media is a general term referring to the inflammation of the middle ear space The inflammation is often associated with fluid in the middle ear Fluid may arise with or without infection EarCheck Use amp Care Manual FarChecx Middle Ear Monitor What You Should Know About Ear Infections Why Children get Ear Infections In a healthy child the middle ear is filled with air Sound waves enter the ear canal causing the eardrum to vibrate and allowing the child to hear If the middle ear is filled with fluid which doctors call effusion the eardrum s vibrations are restricted This can result in temporary hearing loss called conductive hearing loss The air in the middle ear travels through a tube that connects the ear to the back of the nose It is called the Eustachian tube The Eustachian tube helps drain and control fluids in the middle ear A young child s Eustachian tube is shorter wider and more horizontal than an adult s As a result infected fluids from the back of the nose may reach the middle ear more easily That is why children are more likely to have middle ear fluid and develop ear infections When the middle ear becomes inflamed the condition is called Otitis Media When the middle ear is infected the condition is called
19. reading Y Grasp the outer edge of the child s ear Firmly pull the ear up and back See Figure 5 Hold this ear tug through completion of Step 5 If the Retry Symbol is Figure 5 Pull ear up and back displayed at Step 5 tug ear straight back or straight back and down Tugging straightens the natural curve of the ear canal and allows your EarCheck to send sound waves straight down the ear canal for an accurate reading Y Gently place EarCheck tip over the child s ear canal Hold the tip against the ear Figure Position EarCheck canal pointing down the canal s opening Completely cover the ear canal See Figure 6 NOTE The EarCheck monitor tip is designed for safety to prevent it from being inserted too far into the ear However at any indication or sign of discomfort immediately remove the EarCheck tip from the child s ear and check for possible causes EarCheck Use amp Care Manual 11 FarChecx Middle Ear Monitor Using Your EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor Step 4 Press the SCAN button J Press the Scan button See Figure 7 Your EarCheck will make a soft chirping sound The Level indicators will light up in sequence followed by a Level reading You will hear a series of short tones followed by one long tone when the GA scan is complete AZ 7 4 You may find it helpful to Figure 7 Press Scan button slowly move the EarCheck tip in a small circular motion If t
20. rying calm the child down before using it Turn off any radios or TVs and avoid loud background noises It is not unusual for your EarCheck Monitor to display differ ent results for the left and right ears This may indicate that one ear has more fluid than the other J It is not uncommon to get different Level readings from the same ear in the same day Middle ear fluid may develop or dis appear rapidly or the child may have a borderline condition J Your EarCheck Monitor is designed to work properly if there is some wax in the ear canal However if the child s ear canal is completely blocked with wax consult your doctor to remove the earwax EarCheck Use amp Care Manual 17 EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor Replacing Batteries Your EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor requires 2 AA Alkaline Batteries to operate properly To replace the batteries use the tip of a ballpoint pen and press the battery cover lock Figure 9a At the same time press in at the top of the cover with the thumb and forefinger Figure 9a Slide the cover down and off Remove and discard old batteries in the appropriate manner Replace with new batteries making sure that the positive symbol is in the correct direction as indicated inside the battery compartment Figure 9b Slide the top lip of the cover into place Press the lower edge of the cover down and slide the cover up until it snaps into place Figure 9c After replacing batteries chec
21. s ears page 25 Record daily your child s EarCheck reading on the Home Monitoring Chart By recording these readings over a period of time you can track the progress of fluid resolution and provide your doctor with a more complete picture of the presence of middle ear fluid in your child Example Day 5 6 7 9 10 11 1 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 DIAGNOSED WITH EAR INFECTION FOLLOW UP VISIT IMPORTANT If you take more than one reading within a few minutes and the results differ a borderline condition may exist Use the higher Level EarCheck Use amp Care Manual 13 EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor Reading Your Results Compare the Level indicated on your EarCheck display panel with the chart below Level Color Probability of Middle Ear Fluid 5 RED Consult Doctor High 1 RED Consult Doctor Moderate to High 3 RED Consult Doctor Moderate YELLOW Monitor Low to Moderate 1 GREEN Fluid Unlikely Low Interpreting Level Readings Level Indication What To Do Next RED This Result May Appear With Levels sick child a child with pain Consult doctor 3 5 fever or other signs of illness with an untreated ear infection sick child who has been treated for an ear infection but is not responding to antibiotics within reasonable time Y A sick child who is getting better Consult doctor Continue monitoring daily If reading level does not continue to decrease within
22. the lot number and serial number of the instrument located in the battery compartment Be sure to include your phone number on any correspondence Return the instrument to Innovia Medical insured and postage prepaid 30 Day Satisfaction Guarantee Use your EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor for three weeks until you are fully familiar with it For assistance visit our website at www earcheck com or call 1 888 EarChek 327 2435 After that time if you are not completely satisfied with your Earcheck we will refund your purchase price Requirements for Refund You must call Customer Care at 1 888 EarChek 327 2435 within 30 days of purchase for a Return Authorization number and shipping address Send your EarCheck prepaid and insured along with your name address phone email and Return Authorization Include the original sales receipt indicating the date of purchase Sorry No refunds will be made if damaged by accident neglect or unreasonable use The EarCheck must be shipped in its original packaging or securely packed to avoid damage during shipping and be postmarked no later than 30 days after the date of purchase EarCheck Use amp Care Manual 21 EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor 120 Day Limited Warranty Your EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor is warranted to be free from manufacturing defects for a period of 120 days from date of purchase under normal household use This warranty extends only to the original purchaser This
23. uations V If the child is sick it can help you determine if the symptoms are associated with middle ear fluid IMPORTANT DO NOT USE EARCHECK AS A SUBSTITUTE FOR CONSULTING YOUR DOCTOR IF YOUR CHILD NEEDS MEDICAL ATTENTION OR TREATMENT V If the child is being treated for an ear infection it can help you determine whether or not the middle ear fluid is going away Although antibiotics can Clear up an ear infection in several days fluid can remain for weeks Monitoring the fluid can help you and your doctor ensure that the condition is resolving J If the child has a cold it can help you monitor the presence of middle ear fluid which often follows upper respiratory infections colds This will help you and your doctor know when an ear infection may be developing J If the child has frequent ear infections it can help you and your doctor follow the duration of middle ear effusion CAUTION The EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor is a home health care product designed to accurately detect the presence of middle ear fluid that may be associated with ear infection It should not be used for any other purpose EarCheck Use amp Care Manual FarChecx Middle Ear Monitor Getting To Know Your EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor Your EarCheck package includes J The EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor J Verification Tube J Use amp Care Manual with Quick Reference Guide J Owner Registration Information J 2 AA Alkaline Batteries installed
24. vel will remain displayed for about 5 seconds after the scan has been completed 7 Reading Your Results See page 14 for more detail Level Color Probability of Middle Ear Fluid 5 RED Consult Doctor High 4 RED Consult Doctor Moderate to High 3 RED Consult Doctor Moderate 2 YELLOW Monitor Low to Moderate 1 GREEN Fluid Unlikely Low EarCheck Use amp Care Manual EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor When To Use The EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor Indications for Use EarCheck is an advanced medical instrument which is designed to detect the presence of middle ear fluid 1 otitis media with effusion that may be associated with an acute ear infection Middle ear effusion may be associated with temporary hearing loss in some children The device is intended to assist the user in determining when to seek professional medical attention The EarCheck monitor is designed for use in the home by parents and other caregivers on children from 6 months to young adult Read all instructions carefully before using your EarCheck After reading this Use amp Care Manual practice using your EarCheck device on a healthy child to become familiar with the proper technique for using the instrument Description Your EarCheck uses a gentle sound chirping to check your child s ear It will help you V Detect the presence of middle ear fluid a key sign of a possible ear infection Detect the presence of middle ear fluid remaining afte
25. ze the Child Place child in an upright position sitting or stand ing If necessary you may hold the child in your 1 ER 3 Pull ear in an upright position Do not lay the child down as this may affect accuracy 3 Firmly Pull the Ear Up and Back Tugging straightens the natural curve of the ear canal and allows your EarCheck Monitor to send sound waves straight down the ear canal for an accurate reading Hold ear tug through Step 5 4 Position EarCheck EarCheck Use amp Care Manual FarChecx Middle Ear Monitor Quick Reference Guide 6 Read Results 4 Carefully Insert EarCheck Tip Gently place EarCheck tip over the child s ear canal Hold the tip against the ear canal pointing down the canal s opening Completely cover the ear canal Your EarCheck monitor tip is designed for safety to prevent it from being inserted too far into the ear 5 Press the Scan Button With EarCheck tip in place continue to hold the ear back Press the scan button Your EarCheck Monitor will make a soft chirping sound You will hear a series of short tones followed by one long tone when the scan is complete You may find it helpful to slowly move the EarCheck tip in a small circular motion If the child s ear were a clock rotate the EarCheck from 4 00 to 8 00 o clock 6 Read Results Remove EarCheck tip from ear and read the results Le
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