Bernafon Nevara Instructions For Use Manual
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- Page 1 Instructions for Use BEHIND-THE-EAR HEARING AIDS Nano BTE Nevara, Saphira, Juna, Carista, Acriva, Chronos, Inizia...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Hearing Aid Description Step-by-Step Instructions for Using Your Hearing Aid Step 1: Inserting the Battery Step 2: Turning the Hearing Aid ON Step 3: Inserting Your Hearing Aid Step 4: Changing the Volume Step 5: Changing the Programs Step 6: Muting Your Hearing Aid Step 7: Removing Your Hearing Aid Step 8: Turning the Hearing Aid OFF... - Page 4 Mobile Phone Technical Information Information and Explanation of Symbols...
- Page 5 The following Bernafon hearing aid models are covered within this booklet: Juna 9 | 7 JU9 N, with wireless functionality ■ ■ JU7 N, with wireless functionality ■ ■ Acriva 9 | 7 AR9 N, with wireless functionality ■ ■...
- Page 6 This booklet guides you on how to use and maintain your new hearing aid. Please read the booklet carefully including the warning section. This will help you to achieve the full benefit of your new hearing aid. Your hearing care professional has adjusted the hearing aid to meet your needs.
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Page 7: Hearing Aid Description
Hearing Aid Description There are two different attachments and several different ear pieces which classify your hearing aid style. Please identify your attachment and ear piece. This will make it easier for you to navigate through this booklet. Nano BTE with Nano BTE with Thin Tube Earhook... - Page 8 Bernafon nano BTE IFU Nano BTE Model Option A: with thin tube system VR_ILU_nanoBTEwithSpira_BW_HI Push button Sound outlet Microphone Dome 2a Second microphone Ear grip (optional) Adapter Battery door Thin tube...
- Page 9 Bernafon nano BTE IFU Nano BTE Model Option B: with earhook VR_ILU_nanoBTEwithHook_BW_HI Push button Earmold tubing Microphone Earmold 2a Second microphone Battery door Earhook...
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Page 10: Step-By-Step Instructions For Using Your Hearing Aid
Step 1: Inserting the Battery Your hearing aid uses a size 312 battery. · Gently swing the battery door fully open, but do not Bernafon nano BTE IFU Bernafon nano BTE IFU force it (A) · Remove the sticker from the new battery (B) ·... - Page 11 The MultiTool can be used for battery change. Use the magnetic end to remove and insert batteries. The MultiTool is provided by your hearing care professional. MultiTool I M P O R TA N T N O T I C E Your MultiTool has a built-in magnet.
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Page 12: Step 2: Turning The Hearing Aid On
Step 2: Turning the Hearing Aid ON Close the battery door completely. You should notice VR_ILU_OnOffFunctionNanoBTE_BW_HI a click. The hearing aid is now ON. Click “ON” ✼ Never use excessive force to open or close the battery door. -
Page 13: Step 3: Inserting Your Hearing Aid
Step 3: Inserting Your Hearing Aid Your hearing aid has been programmed individually Bernafon nano BTE IFU for your right or left ear. You will see a color marking inside the battery door. This can help you to distinguish between the left and right hearing aid. - Page 14 Earmold · When inserting the right earmold, hold it with the right hand. When inserting the left earmold, Bernafon nano BTE IFU hold it with the left hand. · Hold the earmold so that the canal part is pointing at the ear canal entrance and the frame of the earmold is pointing straight up ·...
- Page 15 Bernafon nano BTE IFU · Run your finger down the skin just in front of your ear. If you feel any plastic parts of the earmold, it is not inserted correctly. Gently push the plastic back and behind the top fold of your ear. The earmold should seal into all folds of the ear.
- Page 16 · Push the ear grip into the bowl of your ear (C) · If the thin tube is sticking out from your ear, insert the dome further. If the ear grip is sticking out, it Bernafon nano BTE IFU has not been positioned correctly. Try adjusting it Bernafon nano BTE IFU Bernafon nano BTE IFU again.
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Page 17: Step 4: Changing The Volume
Step 4: Changing the Volume If you want to change the volume yourself, your hearing care professional can program the push button to be used as a volume control (VC): Two Nano BTE hearing aids* Left Right Short push volume down volume up (less than 1 sec.) One Nano BTE hearing aid*... - Page 18 VR_ILU_nanoBTEwithSpira_BW_HI Push button The hearing aid will click to confirm that the volume has been changed and then will beep when you reach the programmed maximum or minimum. You may hear a beep, when you return to the preset loudness level in your hearing aid. Please ask your hearing care professional for further information.
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Page 19: Step 5: Changing The Programs
If you wear one hearing aid, a long press (about 2 seconds)* on the push button will change the program. Bernafon nano BTE IFU It will take 1 – 2 seconds until you hear the program change. The number of beeps you hear will tell you which program you are in. - Page 20 Up to 4 listening programs can be configured by your hearing care professional depending on your hearing aid. Please ask your hearing care professional about the programs that are available with your hearing aid. Available Programs (to be filled in by your hearing care professional) Program Beeps Function...
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Page 21: Step 6: Muting Your Hearing Aid
Your hearing aid may have the mute function. Please ask your hearing care professional if this function is available with your hearing aid. Bernafon nano BTE IFU A long press (about 2 seconds) on the push button will cause your hearing aid to mute. -
Page 22: Step 7: Removing Your Hearing Aid
Step 7: Removing Your Hearing Aid Step 7a: Removing Your Hearing Aid with an Earmold · Lift the hearing aid from your ear first · Push the back of your ear with your thumb to loosen the frame of the earmold, then use your index finger to remove it ·... -
Page 23: Step 8: Turning The Hearing Aid Off
Step 8: Turning the Hearing Aid OFF Open the battery door slightly until a click is felt. VR_ILU_OnOffFunctionNanoBTE_BW_HI The hearing aid is now OFF. Click “OFF” Step 9: Changing the Battery When the battery is running out, the hearing aid will beep at regular intervals. -
Page 24: Caring For Your Hearing Aid
For further information on the care of your hearing aid, please consult your hearing care professional or watch our instructional videos, available on our website www.bernafon.com in the section “Our Products”. General Care Instructions Treat your hearing aid like any other delicate... - Page 25 Should your hearing aid come in contact with water and stop working, please follow these guidelines: · Gently wipe off any water on the outside of the hearing aid · Open the battery door and remove the battery · Gently wipe off any water in the battery door ·...
- Page 26 Daily Care Instructions · Check your hearing aid for ear wax and wipe it clean with a cloth or tissue · If necessary, use the cleaning tool to remove wax from the canal and vent openings on your earmold or dome ·...
- Page 27 Specific Care Instructions Clean your hearing aid (including parts) on a regular basis, as recommended by your hearing care professional. Microorganisms from an unclean hearing aid may cause skin irritations. A: How to Clean Your Earmold You should wash your earmold regularly. However, the hearing aid itself must never be washed or allowed to get wet! ·...
- Page 28 · Rinse the earmold and allow it to dry completely · Use an air puffer to remove any remaining moisture in the tubing (B) Bernafon nano BTE IFU · When re-attaching the earmold to the hearing aid, it is important to position it correctly...
- Page 29 B: How to Clean the Thin Tube If you have the thin tube system, make sure that the tube and dome are kept free of ear wax at all times. · Grasp the adapter firmly and disconnect the thin tube connector from the hearing aid adapter by pulling it off (A) ·...
- Page 30 Bernafon nano BTE IFU · Reattach the thin tube connector to the hearing aid adapter by pushing the thin tube connector into the hearing aid adapter (A) VR_ILU_ExchangingSpiraNanoBTE_BW_HI Hearing aid Thin tube connector adapter...
- Page 31 · If your hearing care professional has selected a vented dome for your hearing aid, use the cleaning wire to remove the wax from the vents (C) Clean_Spira exDome4 ✼ To avoid blocking the thin tube, do not use water to clean it.
- Page 32 C: How to Clean a Custom Mold The ear piece should be cleaned regularly. Use the brush of the MultiTool to clean the vent in your ear piece. · Press the brush through the hole · Twist the brush slightly to clean the vent The MultiTool is provided by your hearing care professional.
- Page 33 D: How to Exchange the Dome Inspect your hearing aid’s dome for yellowing, hardening and cracks. In the case of these changes, consider replacing your dome or contacting your hearing care professional. Spare domes may be obtained from your hearing care professional. ·...
- Page 34 · Hold the hearing aid by the hearing aid adapter and grasp the thin tube close to the connector Bernafon nano BTE IFU · Pull firmly to remove the old tube · Attach the new thin tube by pushing it firmly into...
- Page 35 Notes...
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Page 36: Common Problems And Solutions
Common Problems and Solutions Hearing aid whistles or squeals Check that the earpiece is inserted correctly. If this is the case and the hearing aid still whistles or squeals, please consult your hearing care professional. No volume, level too soft or humming noise Check if the volume level is too soft and adjust by increasing the volume level with the control on your hearing aid. - Page 37 Whirring noise, fading, weak or motor-boating sounds Open and close the battery door several times or clean the battery contacts carefully with a dry cotton swab. If the problem still occurs, change the battery. If the problem still remains, contact your hearing care professional.
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Page 38: Accessories
Accessories Bernafon offers a wide range of optional accessories that may be purchased to enhance your hearing aid. Depending on the hearing aid family and local regulations, the following accessories are available: Remote control ■ ■ SoundGate communication device (for wireless ■... -
Page 39: Remote Control
Phone Adapter TV Adapter SoundGate SN2_ILLU_SoundgateTopOfTelevisionAdapter_HI Call Bluetooth ® enabled SN2_ILLU_AudioCableTelevisionAdapterToTelevision_HI devices SN2_ILLU_SoundgateToMobileOneMeter_HI SoundGate Mic SN2_ILLU_WearingPositionNeck_HI Remote Control RC-N_ILLU_OperationHandHeld_BW... -
Page 40: Warnings
Warnings You should familiarize yourself fully with the following general warnings and the entire contents of this booklet before using your hearing aid to ensure personal safety and correct use. Consult your hearing care professional if you experience unexpected operations or events with your hearing aid. - Page 41 Usage of Hearing Aids · Hearing aids should be used only as directed and adjusted by your hearing care professional. Misuse can result in sudden and permanent hearing loss. · Never allow others to wear your hearing aid as incorrect usage could cause permanent damage to their hearing Choking Hazards and Risk of Swallowing Batteries...
- Page 42 Battery Use · Always use batteries recommended by your hearing care professional. Batteries of low quality may leak and cause bodily harm. · Never attempt to recharge your batteries and never dispose of batteries by burning them. There is a risk that the batteries will explode.
- Page 43 · Your Autophone magnet or MultiTool (which has a built-in magnet) should be kept more than 30 cm away from the implant, e.g. do not carry it in a breast pocket. In general, please follow the guidelines recommended by the manufacturer of implantable defibrillators and pacemakers on use with magnets.
- Page 44 X-ray, CT, MR, PET Scanning and Electrotherapy · Remove your hearing aid for example during X-ray, CT / MR / PET scanning electrotherapy or surgery as your hearing aid may be damaged when exposed to strong fields Avoiding Heat and Chemicals ·...
- Page 45 Possible Side Effects · Hearing aids, moulds or domes may cause an accelerated accumulation of ear wax · The otherwise non-allergenic materials used in hearing aids may in rare cases cause a skin irritation or other side effects Please seek consultation with a physician if these conditions occur.
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Page 46: Safety Information
Safety Information · Hearing aids should be adjusted by a trained hearing care professional · Never insert cleaning tools into the sound outlet or microphone inlet. This could damage the hearing aid. · Remove your hearing aid before sleeping · Keep your hearing aid in the case for protection when you are not wearing it ·... -
Page 47: International Warranty
International Warranty Your hearing aid is covered by an international limited warranty issued by the manufacturer from the date of delivery. This limited warranty covers manufacturing and material defects in the hearing aid itself, but not accessories such as batteries, tubing, ear wax filters etc. - Page 48 Date: Model: Warranty period: Model L: Model R: Serial no.: Serial no.: Battery size: Battery size: Hearing Centre ✼ Do not attempt to repair your hearing aid yourself.
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Page 49: Mobile Phone
Mobile Phone Some hearing aid users have reported a buzzing sound in their hearing aid when they are using mobile phones, indicating that the mobile phone and hearing aid may not be compatible. The ANSI C63.19 standard determines the prediction of compatibility between a specific hearing aid and a mobile phone by adding the numerical value of the rating for the hearing aid immunity to the numerical... - Page 50 The immunity of all Bernafon hearing instrument models covered by these instructions for use is at least M2. I M P O R TA N T N O T I C E The performance of individual hearing instruments may vary with individual cell phones.
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Page 51: Technical Information
Technical Information The hearing aid contains a radio transmitter using short range magnetic induction technology working at 3.84 MHz. The magnetic field strength of the transmitter is < –42 dBμA/m @ 10m. The emission power from the radio system is well below international emission limits for human exposure. - Page 52 Acriva hearing aid models: AR9 N, AR7 N; Carista hearing aid models: CA5 N, CA3 N; Saphira hearing aid models: SA N; Nevara hearing aid models: NE N FCC ID: U6XF2BTE01 IC: 7031A-F2BTE01 Chronos hearing aid models: CN9 N, CN7 N, CN5 N...
- Page 53 Hereby, Bernafon AG declares that the hearing aids covered in this booklet are in compliance with Directives 93/42/EEC, 1999/5/EC and 2011/65/EU. The full text of the declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: http://www.bernafon.com 0543 0682 Waste from electronic...
- Page 54 Notes...
- Page 55 Information and Explanation of Symbols The CE marking indicates compliance to all applicable European Directives. The 4-digit numbers after the CE marking correspond to the identification number of notified bodies. This symbol indicates that the products described in these instructions for use adhere to the requirements for an applied part of Type B of EN 60601-1.
- Page 56 The crossed-out wheeled bin indicates the European Directive 2011/65/EU on waste of electronic equipment applies. Please recycle your hearing aid and batteries according to your local regulations or return them to your hearing care professional for disposal. This symbol indicates to follow the instructions for use in this booklet EMC and Radio communications compliance label Australia and New Zealand...
- Page 57 Temperature Humidity Operating +1°C – +40°C Conditions 5% – 93% Non condensing Storage and –25°C – +60°C transportation conditions...
- Page 58 160190/UK...
- Page 59 < > 8,15 mm Placeholder for FSC logo < 15 mm >...
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