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Page 1: Hearing Instruments
Receiver-in-Canal Hearing Instruments User Manual... - Page 2 Thank you for purchasing a Siemens Hearing Instrument. Siemens Hearing Instruments are designed to achieve the highest in quality and reliability. We are sure that you will be very pleased with our product. If this Hearing Instrument is being purchased for an infant or...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Getting Started Operating Your Hearing Instrument- Programmable Features Your hearing instruments ......4 Safety information . -
Page 4: Getting Started
Getting Started Toggle Switch Your hearing instruments Microphone Cover As the owner of Siemens hearing instruments you may once again enjoy the sounds of the environment and conversation with your family and friends. Your decision Charging Contact to purchase Siemens hearing instruments reflects the Receiver Unit importance you place on quality and reliability. -
Page 5: Feature Card
WARNING Identification information Your hearing instruments have a serial number engraved on Choking hazard posed by small parts. them. The location of the serial number will vary according to • Keep hearing instruments, batteries and accessories out the style of hearing instrument you have chosen. Record the of children’s reach. -
Page 6: Identifying The Left And Right Hearing Instrument(S)
Refer to the feature card or check with your Audiologist or Hearing Care Provider to determine the battery size for your Your Siemens hearing instruments may be color-coded for hearing instrument. your convenience. The left ear hearing instrument may have... -
Page 7: Handling The Standard And Rechargeable Batteries
Handling standard and rechargeable batteries Close the battery compartment by gently pressing the bottom of the door upward with your fingertip. Do not force the door You can use either a standard or a rechargeable battery in your shut. If it does not close easily, check to ensure the battery was hearing instrument. -
Page 8: Using The Charger
Using the charger Turning the hearing instrument on or off If you have the optional charger, refer to the charger To turn the hearing instrument on, insert a battery into the instruction manual for operating instructions. Use only hearing instrument and completely close the door. the rechargeable batteries delivered with the charger or To turn the hearing instrument off, open the battery door available through your Audiologist or Hearing Care Provider. -
Page 9: Inserting And Removing
Changing the volume closing the battery compartment. Your Siemens hearing instrument is fully automatic. However, To remove your hearing instrument, hold the receiver unit you may have received an optional remote control with your between your thumb and index finger and carefully pull it out. -
Page 10: Learning Volume Preference Feature
Toggle The learning volume feature retains information on when Program Switch and how you adjust the volume on your Siemens hearing Button instruments programmed for manual adjustment. Over time, your hearing system will automatically adjust to that preferred volume in each listening program. For more information about this feature, speak with your Audiologist or Hearing Fig. -
Page 11: Directional Microphone System
® remote control Volume control alert tones Program change According to your hearing needs, your Siemens hearing alert tones instrument can be adjusted to focus on sounds in front of PROGRAMS Program number Listening environment you (directional mode) for when you are having a face-to- face conversation in a noisy environment. -
Page 12: Wireless Functionality
Wireless functionality (if applicable) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Your hearing instrument may be equipped with wireless FCC Rules. functionality. This provides synchronization between two hearing instruments. -
Page 13: Push Button On/Off
Push button on/off Volume control alert tones Your Siemens hearing instruments may be programmed to Your hearing instrument may be programmed to inform you allow you to turn them on and off using the program button. of changes to volume. You may hear soft beeps each time... -
Page 14: Listening Tips
Listening Tips • Encourage one person to speak at a time when you are engaging in group conversation. • Listen to radio and television programs as you • Give yourself time to become accustomed to your new normally would. hearing instruments. During this period, you may prefer to wear your hearing instruments for only a portion of the day, • Experiment finding the best place to sit for optimum and then gradually increase your usage throughout your hearing in public places like the theater, school auditoriums, normal routine each day. -
Page 15: Maintenance And Care
Maintenance and Care • Do not expose your hearing instrument to extreme temperature or high humidity. • Do not leave it in direct sunlight. Hearing instruments should be cleaned daily. You can wipe them with a tissue or a soft cloth. Do not use water, alcohol, • Do not wear it in the shower or when you apply makeup, benzene, or any other liquid or household cleaning agent to perfume, aftershave, hairspray or suntan lotion. -
Page 16: Cleaning Instructions For Domes
Cleaning instructions for domes Replacing the dome (non click dome receivers) Cerumen (ear wax) on the dome may affect sound quality. Holding the receiver unit in one hand, grasp the dome Listen for any changes in how your hearing instrument is between the thumb and index finger of your other hand. -
Page 17: Replacing The Dome (Click Dome Receivers)
Replacing the domes (click dome receivers) Replacing the receiver unit Exchanging domes The receiver unit can be changed as needed by your Audiologist or Hearing Care Provider. If the receiver The packaging of your dome has a slot on one side to remove becomes detached from the instrument follow these the dome from the receiver. -
Page 18: Performance Checklist
Performance Checklist Health Considerations If soreness or skin irritation develops, discontinue wearing Problem Cause Possible Solution your hearing instrument, and bring the instrument and Weak or dead battery Insert new standard battery or earmold to your Audiologist or Hearing Care Provider. If charge rechargeable battery soreness persists, discontinue wearing the hearing instrument Instrument clogged... -
Page 19: Important Notices
Important Notices Following the medical evaluation, the physician will give you a written statement that your hearing loss has been medically evaluated and that you may be considered a candidate for hearing instruments. Children with hearing loss The physician will refer you to an Audiologist or Hearing Care In addition to seeing a physician for a medical evaluation, Provider, as appropriate, for a hearing instrument evaluation. - Page 20 Warning to Audiologists or Special care should be exercised in selecting and fitting a hearing instrument whose maximum sound pressure Hearing Care Providers level exceeds 132 decibels (dB), because there may be An Audiologist or Hearing Care Provider should advise a risk of impairing the remaining hearing of the hearing prospective hearing instrument user to consult promptly instrument user.
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Page 21: Warranty And Service
Warranty and Service Procedure In case of malfunction or loss, take your Siemens hearing instrument and/or proof of purchase to the Audiologist or Your Siemens RIC hearing instrument, with the exception Hearing Care Provider from whom the unit was purchased. - Page 22 Germany Les renseignements contenus dans le présent guide peuvent faire l’objet de Global Business Unit modifications sans préavis. Siemens Audiologische Technik GmbH Tous droits réservés © 2011 Siemens Gebberstrasse 125 Hearing Instruments, Inc. 91058 Erlangen Germany Phone: +49 9131 308 0 Global Siemens Headquarters...