CENS PROFLEX Manuel utilisateur

CENS®ProFlex User Guide
Contains important information - do not throw away
Version 1.07
May 2016
EN352

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 CENS® ProFlex, batteries and accessories according to national
regulations.
With the CE marking Puretone Ltd confirms compliance with the European
Directive 89/686/EEC concerning personal protective equipment.
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Contents
Your CENS® ProFlex
Intended Use
General Notes On Safety
Handling Batteries
Inserting The Battery
Removing The Battery
Modules
Cleaning
Inserting & Removing The CENS® ProFlex
Turning Your CENS® ProFlex On & Off + Adjusting The Volume
Programs
Troubleshooting
Technical Information
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12-13
14-15
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18-19
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Your CENS® ProFlex
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
(f)
Left Ear Right Ear
(f)
(f)
(f)
a) Volume control
b) Battery tray
c) Microphone
d) Program push-button (if fitted)
e) Clear tip
f) Blue dot = left ear / Red dot = right ear
Every CENS® ProFlex can be identified by the serial number located on the
underside of the module. The intended users name (personal ID) will be laser
marked onto each silicone earpiece.
This ear-plug is provided with level-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.
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Intended Use
Symbols:
Be aware of information marked with the warning symbol
WARNING, CAUTION or NOTICE!
WARNING points out a situation that could lead to serious injuries,
CAUTION indicates a situation that could lead to minor and
moderate injuries.
NOTICE indicates possible property damage.
Advice and tips on how to handle your device better.
Instruction. Indicates that something has to be done.
Indicates an option that not every CENS® ProFlex has. Ask your
supplier to check off the relevant information.
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NOTICE
NOTICE
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CENS® ProFlex is intended to protect your hearing while being able to
communicate normally or hear better. To ensure the best possible protection
it has to be used constantly in noisy situations. CENS® ProFlex are reusable
LDF Devices. The volume control function of CENS® ProFlex is designed to
allow a small increase in low level ambient sound, affording the user increased
awareness in sporting situations.
CENS® ProFlex are not intended or suitable for use as a hearing aid or to provide
any correction for hearing loss.
Read and follow the instructions of this user guide to avoid injuries or damage to
the CENS® ProFlex.
CENS® ProFlex is a 2 part modular system. For optimal protection
the module and silicone earpiece should be inserted correctly as
described on page 12-13.
Always transport and store your CENS® ProFlex in the protective case
supplied.
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General Notes On Safety
Your CENS® ProFlex is sensitive to extreme heat, high humidity,
strong magnetic fields (>0.1T), X-rays and mechanical stress.
Do not expose your CENS® ProFlex to extreme temperatures or high
humidity.
Do not leave them in direct sunlight.
Do not wear them in the shower or when you apply make-up,
perfume, aftershave, hairspray or suntan lotion.
Do not wear your CENS® ProFlex when you are exposed to short-
waves, a strong magnetic field, a high frequency field or X-rays.
Do not place your CENS® ProFlex in a microwave oven.
NOTICE
Choking hazard posed by small parts.
Keep CENS® ProFlex, batteries and accessories out of children’s reach.
If swallowed consult a physician or hospital immediately.
If infants, small children or disabled persons need to wear CENS®
ProFlex ensure adequate supervision.
Warning - The output of the level-dependent circuit of this hearing protector
may exceed the daily limit sound level.
Warning - Performance may deteriorate with battery usage. The typical period of
continuous use that can be expected from the earpiece battery is dependent on
the battery type (see page 8) .
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6.

Leaking batteries will damage the CENS® ProFlex.
Turn the CENS® ProFlex off when not in use to preserve the battery.
Remove batteries when the instruments are not in use for a
prolonged period of time.
Batteries contain harmful substances that pollute the environment.
Do not throw used batteries into household waste.
Dispose batteries according to national regulations or return them
to your supplier.
Do not use your CENS® ProFlex in areas where there is a danger of
explosions (e.g. mining).
Hazard of explosion!
NOTICE
NOTICE
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7.
These are reusable devices, and it is strongly recommended that
they are regularly inspected to ensure correct fit and functionality. If
in doubt, return them for a service and check.
NOTICE
Puretone recommend CENS® ProFlex electronic modules should be returned for
manufacturer service and inspection annually.

Handling Batteries
312 Zinc Air Battery
13 Zinc Air Battery
Always use the correct size of batteries, as supplied with your CENS®
model.
Remove the tab on your batteries only when you are ready to use
them.
The positive (+) side of the batteries is always the smooth side.
Always keep spare batteries with you.
Typical life 220 hours.
Typical life 400 hours.
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Low Battery Warning
When the battery becomes low a series of warning bleeps will sound. If this
happens you should change the battery. The warning bleep will periodically
sound until the battery has been replaced.
If the battery fails during use and is not replaced, your protection will not be
compromised, but the ambient awareness will deteriorate.
8.
Battery life may vary depending on ambient sound levels and
environmental conditions such as humidity.

Inserting The Battery
312 Battery
Open the battery tray. Place the new battery on the magnet stick as
shown.
Insert the battery into the tray bottom first, as shown in the diagram,
and then tilt the stick up to insert the top of the battery.
Finally, remove the battery stick from the new battery, and close the
battery tray.
Removing The Battery
Open the battery tray. Place the magnet stick on the battery and
remove directly out.
9.
13 Battery
Slide to secure
Slide to secure
1.) 2.) 3.)
3.)
2.)
1.)

Modules
CENS® ProFlex digital custom electronic noise suppressors are designed with a
removable modular format for ease of use, easier cleaning and maintenance.
The module is designed to snap fit into the preformed silicone earpiece.
CENS® ProFlex
digital earpieces
Electronic Modules
Passive Filtered Modules
Left Ear Right Ear
Do not use the lid to extract the module from silicone earpiece.
Do not use excessive force when inserting or removing.
Do not use the earpieces without a module (passive or
electronic) fitted.
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