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- Page 1 Custom Products ITE (In-The-Ear), ITC (In-The-Canal), CIC (Completely-In-Canal) IIC (Invisible-In-The-Canal) O P E R A T I O N S M A N U A L...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
ITE Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -
Page 3: Overview
Overview My hearing instrument is a/an: ITE (In-The-Ear) see page 4 . ITC (In-The-Canal) see page 5 . CIC (Completely-In-Canal) see page 6 . IIC (Invisible-In-The-Canal) see page 7 . My hearing instrument uses a: 13 battery (ITE) – Orange 312 battery (ITC) –... -
Page 4: Ite Overview
2 . Battery compartment (on/off control) 3 . Vent (optional) 4 . Sound outlet (receiver) and wax protection system Your hearing system can be identified by: 5 . Location of serial number: Right BLUE Left Multifunction Button (Optional) Volume Control (Optional) ITE Battery Size: 13... -
Page 5: Itc Overview
ITC Overview Features, Controls and Identification Your hearing system controls include: 1 . Microphone opening(s) 2 . Battery compartment (on/off control) 3 . Vent (optional) 4 . Sound outlet (receiver) and wax protection system Your hearing system can be identified by: 5 . -
Page 6: Cic Overview
CIC Overview Features, Controls and Identification Your hearing system controls include: 1 . Multifunction button (optional) 2 . Microphone opening 3 . Sound outlet (receiver) and wax protection system 4 . Battery compartment (on/off control) 5 . Removal handle 6 . Vent (optional) Your hearing system can be identified by: 7 . -
Page 7: Iic Overview
IIC Overview Features, Controls and Identification Your hearing system controls include: 1 . Microphone opening 2 . Sound outlet (receiver) 3 . Battery compartment (on/off control) 4 . Removal handle 5 . Vent (optional) Your hearing system can be identified by the white R for the right ear and L for the left ear and the serial number: 6 . -
Page 8: Preparation
Preparation Batteries Your hearing system uses a battery as its power source . This battery size can be identified by the orange (13), brown (312), or yellow (10) color code on the packaging . To insert or replace the battery: 1 . - Page 9 Preparation...
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Page 10: Battery Indicators
Preparation Battery Indicators An indicator will sound when the battery voltage is low . You have approximately 5 minutes* to replace the battery . An indicator will sound just before the battery stops working . * Actual time between low battery indicator and shut down will vary depending on environmental noise levels and brand of battery used. -
Page 11: Insertion And Removal
Preparation Warnings Batteries are dangerous if swallowed . To help prevent the accidental ingestion of batteries: Keep out of reach of children and pets Check your medications before taking them – batteries have been mistaken for pills Never put batteries in your mouth, as they can easily be swallowed National Button Battery Ingestion Hotline: 202-625-3333... -
Page 12: Helpful Hints
Preparation To remove the hearing instrument: Grasp the instrument with your thumb and forefinger; gently rotate it as you pull outward . Devices with removal handle: grasp removal handle and gently remove from ear . Helpful Hints • Minor irritation and inflammation may occur as your ear becomes accustomed to having an object in it;... -
Page 13: Operation
Operation On & Off To turn ON: Insert a battery and completely close the battery door . To turn OFF: Open the battery door until the battery is no longer touching the battery contacts . Your instrument has a Power-On delay and may require a few seconds to power on . -
Page 14: Volume Control
Operation Volume Control My hearing instrument volume is set automatically . See below . My hearing instrument uses the multifunction button for volume control . See below . My hearing instrument has a rotary volume control . See page 15 . Automatic Volume Control Your hearing system has been set to a specific volume level by your hearing care professional . - Page 15 Operation Volume Settings Rotary Volume Control Use your fingertip to rotate the volume control . 1 . To make sounds louder, continue to rotate the control forward, INCREASE VOLUME toward your face . 2 . To make sounds softer, use your fingertip to rotate the control toward the back of your head .
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Page 16: Multimemory
Operation Multimemory My multifunction button is set for multimemory . Please read the section below . Your hearing care professional can set up to four hearing programs for you . These additional programs are accessed by pressing the multifunction button inward . When you press the multifunction button, you may hear an indicator or a tone series indicating the device... -
Page 17: Directional Settings
Operation directional Settings Your hearing system may have a directional microphone to help improve speech understanding in noisy situations . Ask your hearing care professional about your particular directional settings . Telephone Use Your hearing instruments are equipped with tools to help you effectively communicate on the telephone . - Page 18 Operation Note: Consult with your hearing professional if your device does not seem to switch to the telephone setting automatically . Telecoil and Manual Switching Hearing instruments with a manual telecoil allow you to switch the devices to telephone mode when needed . Manually switched telecoils are activated by choosing the telecoil setting using the...
- Page 19 Operation DISCLAIMeR – Some hearing aid users have reported a buzzing sound in their hearing aids when they are using cell phones, indicating that the cell phone and hearing aid may not be compatible . According to the ANSI C63 . 1 9 standard (ANSI C63 . 1 9-2006 American National Standard Methods of Measurement of Compatibility Between Wireless Communications Devices and Hearing Aids), the compatibility of...
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Page 20: Accessories
Accessories Wireless Accessories* There are several wireless accessories that allow you to control and maximize the full potential of your hearing system . These include a remote control as well as wireless connection to your entertainment system . Consult with your hearing professional to determine which accessories may be best for you . -
Page 21: Hearing System Care
Hearing System Care Instrument Care Do your best to keep your hearing instrument clean at all times . Heat, moisture and foreign substances can result in poor performance . • Clean daily over a soft cloth to prevent damage from a fall to a hard surface . -
Page 22: Hear Clear
Hearing System Care Hear Clear Wax Guard ™ The Hear Clear exclusive earwax protection system uses disposable wax guards . The innovative wax guards prevent earwax accumulation in the hearing aid receiver . Hear Clear Plus The Hear Clear Plus microphone cover protects the microphone from wax and debris . - Page 23 Hearing System Care Guard Small Microphone Cover – Small...
- Page 24 Hearing System Care Guard Large Microphone Cover – Large...
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Page 25: Service And Repair
Hearing System Care Service and Repair If, for any reason, your hearing system does not operate properly, do NOT attempt to fix it yourself . Not only are you likely to violate any applicable warranties or insurance, you could easily cause further damage . Should your hearing system fail or perform poorly, check the guide below for possible solutions . -
Page 26: Tips For Better Communication
Tips for Better Communication Your hearing care professional will recommend an appropriate schedule to help you adapt to your new hearing system . It will take practice, time and patience for your brain to adapt to the new sounds that your hearing system provides . -
Page 27: For Your Family And Friends
Tips for Better Communication For Your Family and Friends Your family and friends are also affected by your hearing loss . Request that they: • Get your full attention before beginning to speak • Look at you or sit face-to-face in a quiet room •... -
Page 28: Safety Information
Safety Information Safety Information INteNDeD USe: An air conduction hearing aid is a wearable sound-amplifying device that is intended to compensate for impaired hearing . Hearing aids are available in multiple gain/output levels appropriate to treat hearing losses ranging from mild to profound . Your hearing instruments are designed to comply with the most stringent Standards of International Electromagnetic Compatibility . -
Page 29: International Use
Safety Information Your hearing instruments should be stored within the temperature and humidity ranges of C (-40 F) to +60 C (140 F) and 10%-95% rH . Your hearing instruments are designed to operate beyond the range of temperatures comfortable to you, from very cold up to 50 C (122 F) . -
Page 30: Fda Information
FDA Information Required Information The following additional information is provided in compliance with U .S . Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations: WARNING to HeARING AID DISPeNSeRS. A hearing aid dispenser should advise a prospective hearing aid user to consult promptly with a licensed physician (preferably an ear specialist) before dispensing a hearing aid if the hearing aid dispenser determines through inquiry, actual observation, or review of any other available information... - Page 31 FDA Information The audiologist or hearing aid dispenser will conduct a hearing aid evaluation to assess your ability to hear with and without a hearing aid . The hearing aid evaluation will enable the audiologist or dispenser to select and fit a hearing aid to your individual needs . If you have reservations about your ability to adapt to amplification, you should inquire about the availability of a trial-rental or purchase-option program .
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Page 32: Fcc Information
Such modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment . Hereby, Starkey Hearing Technologies declares that the wireless custom product family is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC . A copy of the Declaration of Conformity can be obtained from the below addresses . - Page 33 notes...
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- Page 36 © 2013 Starkey Hearing Technologies . All Rights Reserved . 81015-007 4/13 BKLT2605-01-EE-XX Rev . B...
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