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1. User Guide Level Dependent Electronic Hearing Protection Contains important information do not throw away C EN352 Pane tone 7 arson Mino CENS The Mino CENS is manufactured by Puretone Ltd for protection against noise They are classed as PPE and have been shown to comply with the European PPE Directive 89 686 EEC through the harmonised European standard EN 352 test results in the rear of this manual Certification body SATRA Technology Centre Kettering Northants UK Notified Body 0321 Disposal Information Within the European Union the marked equipment is covered by Directive 2002 96 EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 January 2003 on waste electrical and electronic equipment Amended by Directive 2003 108 EC WEEE Recycle Mino CENS batteries and accessories according to national regulations Contents of Pack Left and right devices fitted with medium black ear tip 2 wax tools fitted with red and blue replacement filters Brush with magnet 6 batteries size 10A 5 pairs of various sized foam ear tips Black zip pouch User guide Your Mino CENS Left A Battery tray B Push Button volume control C Extraction cord D Wax guard E Foam ear tip Product Markings The left and right models can be identified by the colour of the shell Blue for left ear and red for right ear Every Mino CENS can be identified by a unique serial number located o2. make this easier Turning Your Mino CENS On amp Off Mino CENS is switched on automatically with the insertion of the battery and the closing of the battery tray After a 5 second delay a melody will play indicating that the Mino CENS is active Device is off Device is on Adjusting The Volume The volume is adjustable via the push button 10 The volume push button has three preset levels Level 1 Low 5dB Level 2 Medium 11dB Level 3 High 18dB By default when the device is turned on Level 1 low will always be active Pressing the button once will increase the volume to Level 2 medium Pressing the button again will increase the volume to Level 3 high o the button for a third time will reduce the volume back to Level 1 low Each time you change levels a number of confirmation beep s will be heard corresponding to the level of volume selected 1 3 Once the devices are switched on you will be able to hear sound as normal however when a loud sound is detected the device will automatically reduce the volume to a safe and comfortable level After the loud sound has passed the volume is automatically returned to normal The volume push button must only be operated with light pressure Applying excessive pressure can result in the volume push button being damaged This is a precision miniature device that must be handled with care This ear plug is provided with level
3. dependent attenuation The wearer should check correct operation before use If distortion or failure is detected the wearer should refer to the manufacturers advice for maintenance and replacement of the battery Inserting Your Mino CENS Insertion 1 Hold the Mino CENS with the volume push button at the top Reduce the diameter of the foam ear tip by gently rolling it in your fingers before pressing it into the ear 2 Pull the ear up while inserting 3 Push gently until the foam ear tip seals in the ear canal Allow at least 10 seconds for the foam ear tip to expand and take up the shape of your ear canal Clap Test It is important that each device is fitted correctly to ensure safe and effective use To check the fit is correct clap your hands near each ear You should hear the sound but at a lower level Removing Your Mino CENS Removal Gripping the extraction cord gently withdraw the Mino CENS from the ear After removal clean the Mino CENS and place in the protective case provided In the extremely unlikely event of the ear tip remaining in the ear on removal Do not panic Do not attempt to remove by yourself Seek medical advice 11 Cleaning and Disinfection Mino CENS are highly sensitive systems It is recommended that Mino CENS are cleaned after every use to keep them in perfect working condition and to avoid health problems Clean the outside housing and foam ear tip of Mi
4. ear tip and then wipe with a dry cloth and leave in a warm place to dry out REPAIR If the product becomes damaged it will NOT provide the optimum level of protection and therefore should be immediately either replaced or repaired There are no serviceable parts except those listed as spares A troubleshooting guide is contained in this manual see page 14 CLEANING VAN This product may be adversely affected by certain chemical substances Further information should be sought from the manufacturer MARKING The product is marked on the shell with a serial number and a model ID Foam Ear Tips Mino CENS devices are supplied with 5 different sized foam ear tips To find out which ear tip suits the size of your ear canal you will need to try all 5 to see which is the most comfortable and creates the best seal If the tip is too small then the device could fall out If the ear tip is too large then it will be uncomfortable and hard to insert 1 gt 2 Gently push the foam ear tip onto the Mino CENS 1 until it fits against the Shell of the device 2 After each use the ear tips should be cleaned with a dry cloth or replaced if damaged Ear Tip Range be Colour Size Manufacturers Part Number per pair Green 10 5mm Short ACC102M GREEN Blue 10 5mm Long ACC102M BLUE Black 12mm Short ACC102M BLACK Red 12mm Long ACC102M RED Orange 14mm Long ACC102M ORANGE To order replaceme
5. ified Body No 0321 Further information can be obtained from Puretone Ltd 9 10 Henley Business Park Trident Close Medway City Estate Rochester Kent ME2 4FR UK 15 ul Designed and manufactured in the UK by Puretone Ltd 9 10 Henley Business Park Trident Close Medway City Estate Rochester Kent ME2 4FR UK Puretone Ltd are an LRQA NB0088 certified company to ISO 9001 2008 ISO 13485 2003 MDD 93 42 EEC Pare tone CENS is a registered trademark of Puretone Ltd Mino is a trademark of Puretone Ltd EN352 2 2002 amp EN352 7 2002 by SATRA UK
6. king correctly A melody will be heard when activated initially It is recommended to always carry spare batteries Performance may deteriorate with battery usage The typical period of continuous use that can be expected from the Mino CENS battery is over 50 hours For infrequent use replace the battery each time used Aseries of warning bleeps will periodically sound when the battery becomes low and requires changing NOTICE Always switch off when not in use FITTING AND SIZING A Always use the correct size tip See instructions to maintain protection levels see page 7 Do not wear without a ear tip fitted as the hearing protection will be severely degraded Always inspect the ear tips before use and replace if damaged As a reusable device ensure the fit is correct and providing adequate protection see instructions for clap test see page 11 Sizes supplied are 10 5mm to 14mm It is recommended to replace the ear tips every 30 days Warnings amp Safety Notes COMPATIBILITY Only use spare parts designed for the Mino CENS Lists of spare ear tips wax guards and batteries is in this manual i The design of the device makes it compatible for use with most other types of PPE equipment If unsure consult the supplier manufacturer STORAGE amp TRANSPORT Ji Always place the Mino CENS in the supplied case after use to keep them safe If the Mino CENS become wet remove the battery and
7. n the side of the device and by the manufacturer s name and model ID on the opposite Side of the device Warnings amp Safety Notes CAREFULLY READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT This product is designed to protect your hearing However always remember that no item of PPE can provide full protection and care must always be taken while carrying out the risk relation activity Explanation of symbols WARNING points out a situation that could lead to possible injuries NOTICE Indicates possible device damage i Advice and tips on how to handle your device better PERFORMANCE amp LIMITATIONS OF USE Failure to follow these instructions may reduce the product life and reduce the hearing protection The output of the level dependent circuit of this hearing protector may exceed the daily limit sound level Always wear your Mino CENS in noisy environments If children or disabled persons need to wear Mino CENS ensure adequate supervision Small parts present a choking hazard Keep away from children If swallowed consult medical advice immediately Do not expose Mino CENS to extreme heat or moisture Do not expose Mino CENS to strong magnetic fields gt 0 1T Warnings amp Safety Notes PERFORMANCE amp LIMITATIONS OF USE CONTINUED A li Do not expose Mino CENS to X rays Do not use Mino CENS in areas with explosive hazards i e mines Always ensure the Mino CENS is wor
8. no CENS with a soft dry cloth or tissue removing any debris or moisture Replace the foam ear tip if the ear tip looks damaged or debris cannot be removed Holding Mino CENS with the foam ear tip pointing down over a tissue use the brush to gently remove debris around the sound outlet and wax guard Any debris should fall onto the tissue which can then be discarded 12 Wax Guards To minimise the risk of blocking and damage caused by the build up of earwax each Mino CENS is fitted with a Micro PureGuard Mino CENS is supplied with 2 wax guard changing tools with a spare red and blue wax guard attached Replacement packs of wax guards are available separately To order replacement wax guards please consult your supplier or purchase from our online shop www puretoneretail net Side Colour Quantity Manufacturers Part Number Right Red 15 ACC315D HF4 Left Blue 15 ACC315C HF4 Changing the wax guard requires the use of the Micro PureGuard tool supplied initially with Mino CENS as well as with replacement wax guard kits Please see below for the correct procedure for changing the wax guard Do not attempt to change the wax guard without using the tool Changing The Wax Guard Blue Left Side Shown Troubleshooting Use these tips to resolve simple issues Problem Sound is weak Mino CENS emits whistling sounds Sound is distorted Mino CENS emits a series of warning bleeps Mino CENS does not w
9. nt foam ear tips please consult your supplier or purchase from our online shop www puretoneretail net 7 We recommend using only Rayovac Ha nd li ng Batte ries or PureCell Plus 10A batteries Cl ca Always use the correct size of batteries as supplied with your Mino CENS 10A Zinc Air Battery Remove the tab on new batteries only when you are ready to use them Once the tab is removed the battery will discharge and will only last up to one month while the Mino CENS is not in use Always keep spare batteries with you Use a fresh battery each time if you only use Mino CENS infrequently Ji If the battery fails during use and is not replaced your protection will not be compromised but ambient awareness will be lost To order replacement batteries please consult your supplier or purchase from our online shop www puretoneretail net Inserting The Battery 1 Open the battery tray with a fingernail and swing outwards until fully open do not use force stop when you feel resistance 2 Pull off the protective tab from the new battery and wait a few seconds for air to enter the battery and begin to activate 3 amp 4 Insert the new battery with the small shouldered side first into the largest opening of the battery compartment Removing The Battery Open the battery tray Gently ease the battery out of the battery compartment Using the magnet on the end of the brush supplied with Mino CENS may
10. ork Consult your supplier if you encounter further problems 4 Possible Solution Replace empty battery Replace blocked wax guard Increase volume Clean instrument Close battery door completely Re insert the instrument until it fits securely Clean instrument Fit new ear tip Replace empty battery Replace blocked wax guard Lower volume Clean instrument Replace empty battery Check if the Mino CENS is turned on Gently close battery compartment completely Replace empty battery Make sure battery is inserted correctly Replace blocked wax guard Technical Information EN352 Sound Attenuation Frequency Hz 63 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000 8000 Mean Attenuation 26 1 275 278 314 343 349 44 444 Standard Deviation 5 6 5 5 4 9 5 9 8 2 4 5 3 6 5 0 Assumed Protection 20 5 22 0 229 255 260 304 37 7 394 SNR 31 Criterion Levels SNR Single Number Rating attenuation H High frequency attenuation M Medium frequency attenuation L Low frequency attenuation 595 645 695 745 795 845 895 945 996 High 68 6 70 1 696 692 692 703 714 720 732 External Level dB A 59 5 64 2 2 742 79 2 89 2 941 99 1 Medium 0 680 68 1 69 2 70 7 737 External Level dB A 59 5 645 695 745 795 844 893 942 990 649 66 1 A 665 668 68 8 71 1 747 Tests carried out at maximum volume EN352 2 2002 EN352 7 2002 Tested by SATRA Ltd Wyndham Way Telford Way Kettering Northamptonshire NN16 8SD UK Not
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