18.Exposure to extremely high noise levels may cause permanent hearing loss. Individuals vary considerably in susceptibility to
According to OSHA, any exposure in excess of these permissible limits could result in some hearing loss. To ensure against potentially dangerous exposure to high sound pressure levels, it is recommended that all persons exposed to equipment capable of producing high sound pressure levels use hearing protectors while the equipment is in operation. Ear plugs or protectors in the ear canals or over the ears must be worn when operating the equipment in order to prevent permanent hearing loss if exposure is in excess of the limits set forth here.
Duration Per Day | Sound Level dBA, | Typical |
In Hours | Slow Response | Example |
8 | 90 | Packed garage concert |
6 | 92 |
|
4 | 95 | VW Bus Peace Train |
3 | 97 |
|
2 | 100 | Cranked psychedelic tunes |
1.5102
1 | 105 | High speed chase on C.H.I.P.s |
0.5110
0.25 or less | 115 | Loudest parts at a Heavy Metal concert |
What me, read a manual?
Before you begin, please make sure you read the Safety Instructions on page 2 and Getting Started on page 4.
Your new TAPCO® SQ•2 is designed to set up quickly and operate easily. We know it’s often seen as a sign of weakness to read a manual, along with asking for directions when lost, but maybe you can read the rest when nobody is looking.
It is important to keep your receipt in a safe place, and not a bad idea to write your product information here for future reference (i.e., insurance claims, tech support, return authorization, etc.).
Product Serial #:
Purchased at:
Date of purchase:
Part No. 0009426 Rev. A 1/04
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