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- Page 1 USER GUIDE Remote micRophone...
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Page 2: Intended Use
Prac- tice and a positive attitude are important in learning to use hearing instruments. Your ReSound instruments have been adjusted according to your individual hearing loss and needs. Some people adjust quickly to wearing hearing instruments in their ears and hearing new sounds;... - Page 3 Hearing instrument model: Battery size 10 Tube size: Dome size: Left serial number: Right serial number:...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
contents Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Battery warning Information . -
Page 6: The Parts Of Your Hearing Instrument
Instant fit remote mic hearing instrument models with size10A battery are available in following variants: LX800-m and LX400-m the parts of your hearing instrument Body Sound Outlet/Receiver (under wax filter) Wax Filter Battery Door Microphone Tubing Microphone Microphone Outlets Model and Serial Number... -
Page 7: Switching On And Off
Switching on and off Your instrument is equipped with an on/off switch integrated into the battery compartment. When the battery compartment is fully closed, the instru- ment is turned on. To turn the instrument off grasp the battery compartment door with your fingernail and gently pull downwards. -
Page 8: Changing Batteries
changing batteries When the battery voltage/power decreases to a certain level, the instrument will emit a soft beeping signal. This signal will continue for about one minute, and the sequence will continue every five minutes until the instrument will be automatically switched off. It is therefore advisable to keep an extra battery at hand. •... -
Page 9: Low Battery Indicator
Low battery indicator Your hearing care professional can activate a low battery indicator in your hearing instruments. The hear- ing instrument will reduce amplification and play a melody if battery power gets too low. This signal will recur every five minutes until the hearing instrument automatically switches off. The timing of the low bat- tery indicator can vary slightly, depending on the type of battery used. - Page 10 Notice that the battery door is pointing up. This is the correct way to insert the instrument. When properly lined up, gently push the hearing instru- ment into the ear canal until it is flush with the opening of the ear canal. After the hearing instrument has been properly seated in the ear canal, locate microphone and tubing.
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Page 11: Removing The Hearing Instrument
Removing the hearing instrument Find the microphone and tubing in the crease of the ear that is located above the ear canal entrance. Once you have located the tubing, GENTLY grasp and pull, and the hear ing instrument should come out of the ear. Each time the hearing instrument is removed from the ear canal, make sure that the wax filter is still attached to the instrument. -
Page 12: Listen To Radio Or Tv
Listen to the radio or tV When listening to the TV or the radio, start out by listening to news commentators since they usually speak clearly, then try other programmes. If you find it difficult to listen to TV or radio, your hearing care professional will be able to give you advice on available accessories to enhance your listening capabilities for TV and radio. -
Page 13: Care And Maintenance
care and maintenance Proper handling Your hearing instrument is protected by a layer of protective, hydrophobic nanocoat material. However, please follow these instructions to further prolong the durability of your hearing instruments. Keep your hearing instrument clean and dry. Wipe the case with a soft cloth or tissue after use to re- move grease or moisture. -
Page 14: Daily Maintenance
Daily maintenance It is important to keep your hearing instrument clean and dry. On a daily basis, clean the hearing instruments using a soft cloth or tissue. In order to avoid damage due to humidity or excessive perspiration, the use of a drying kit is recommended. - Page 15 Place the old wax filter in the centre of the wax filter wheel. Pull to the side and pull the tool to remove old wax filter. Use the other end of the wax filter tool to get a new wax filter. Remove the wax filter tool and ensure a new wax filter is attached to the tool.
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Page 16: How To Apply Domes
General precautions You should never attempt to modify the shape of the microphone tube yourself. Use only original GN ReSound consumables e.g. tubes and domes. General warnings Consult a hearing care professional if you think there may be a foreign object in your ear canal, if you experience skin irritation, or if excessive ear wax accumulates with the use of the hearing instrument. -
Page 17: Battery Warning Information
Do not allow others to use your hearing instruments. This may cause damage to the hearing instru- ments or to the hearing of the other individual. Hearing instruments should be used only as prescribed by your hearing care professional. Incorrect use may result in hearing loss. -
Page 18: Important Notice For Prospective
important notice for prospective hearing Aid Users (US only) Good health practice requires that a person with a hearing loss have a medical evaluation by a licensed physician (preferably a physician who specializes in diseases of the ear) before purchasing a hearing aid. Li- censed physicians who specialize in diseases of the ear are often referred to as otolaryngologists, otologists or otorhinolaryngologists. -
Page 19: Children With Hearing Loss (Us Only)
Consistent use of the aid is recommended. In most cases, infrequent use does not permit you to attain full benefit from it. children with hearing loss (US only) In addition to seeing a physician for a medical evaluation, a child with a hearing loss should be directed to an audiologist for evaluation and rehabilitation because hearing loss may cause problems in language development and the educational and social growth of a child. -
Page 20: Troubleshooting Guide
tRoUBLeShootinG GUiDe Symptom CaUSE Not turned on Hearing instrument is dead Battery is dead Battery improperly inserted Blocked wax filter Broken receiver Broken microphone or microphone tube Weak battery Not clear, distorted Poor fitting microphone tube Hearing instrument is damaged... - Page 21 poSSIblE REmEDy Turn on Replace battery Reinsert battery properly Consult your hearing care professional or, if you have been instructed to do so, change the wax filter Consult your hearing care professional Consult your hearing care professional Replace battery Consult your hearing care professional Consult your hearing care professional...
- Page 22 tRoUBLeShootinG GUiDe Symptom CaUSE Hearing aid not properly inserted Excessive whistle from instrument Microphone not properly seated With telephone use Instrument settings not at optimum Hearing aid not properly inserted Not loud enough Microphone not properly seated Blocked wax filter Instrument settings not at optimum Excessive ear wax Change in hearing...
- Page 23 poSSIblE REmEDy Re-insert carefully Re-seat carefully Review ”Telephone Use” section Consult your hearing care professional Re-insert carefully Re-seat carefully Consult your hearing care professional or, if you have been instructed to do so, change the wax filter Consult your hearing care professional Consult your physician Consult your hearing care professional...
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Page 24: Technical Data
Warranty and repairs ReSound provides a warranty on hearing instruments in the event of defects in workmanship or materials, as described in applicable warranty documentation. In its service policy, ReSound pledges to secure functionality at least equivalent to the original hearing instrument. -
Page 25: Temperature Test, Transport And Storage Information
ReSound hearing instruments that malfunction must be repaired by a qualified technician. Do not attempt to open the case of hearing instruments, as this will invalidate the warranty. temperature test, transport and storage information GN ReSound Hearing Instruments are subjected to various tests in temperature and damp heating cycling between -25C (-13F) and +70C (+158F) according to internal and industry standards. - Page 26 Be aware of information marked with the warning symbol WARNING points out a situation that could lead to serious injuries, CAUTION indicates a situation that could lead to minor and moderate injuries. Advice and tips on how to handle your hearing instrument better.
- Page 27 please ask your local hearing care professional concerning disposal of your hearing instrument...
- Page 28 Tel.: +44 1869 352 800 Fax: +61 2 9743 7472 Fax: (free) 0800 007 695 www.resound.com Fax: +44 1869 343 466 www.gnresound.com.au www.gnresound.co.nz www.gnresound.co.uk Any issues relating to the EU Medical Device Directive 93/42/EEC, should be directed to ReSound A/S...