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- Page 1 USER MANUAL Completely-in-canal CV-CIC, CA-CIC, CM-CIC...
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Page 2: Your Hearing Aid
Your hearing aid (To be filled out by the hearing care professional) … CV … Ca … CM date: ______________________________________ Battery size: 10 … Short vent … Full length vent... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
ContentS SYMBolS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 deSCription oF the hearing aid . -
Page 4: Symbols
SYMBolS The following symbols will be used throughout the manual: warning Messages with this heading indicate serious adverse reactions, potential safety hazards and inadequate performance of device. Caution Messages with this heading indicate/include information re- garding any special care to be exercised. Not for general waste. -
Page 5: Description Of The Hearing Aid
deSCription oF the hearing aid 1 . Microphone opening 2 . Battery drawer 3 . nail grip 4 . on/off function 5 . Sound outlet 6 . wax guard 7 . extraction cord 8 . relief vent (short) 9 . relief vent (full length) - Page 6 warning This booklet contains important information and instructions. Please read this booklet carefully before you start using the hearing aid. note Your hearing aid and accessories may not look exactly as il- lustrated in this booklet . we also reserve the right to make any changes considered necessary .
- Page 7 intended use The hearing aids are intended as air conduction am- plification devices to be used in everyday listening en- vironments. indications for use The devices are indicated for individuals with a range of hearing loss severity from minimal (0 dB HL) to moderately severe (75 dB HL) and all hearing loss con- figurations.
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Page 8: The Battery
the battery We recommend zinc-air batteries . Use a size 10 bat- tery for the hearing aid. To obtain replacement batteries, please consult your hearing care professional. It is important to take note of the expiration date and the recommendations on the battery pack regarding disposal of used batteries. - Page 9 Use the nail grip to open the battery drawer. Do not press the battery drawer beyond the open position. Place the battery in the drawer so that the small plus (+) sign on the battery is visible when you hold the hearing aid as shown.
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Page 10: Low Battery Indication
low battery indication Four rapid beep-tones will sound when the battery is nearly exhausted, unless this function has been disa- bled. We recommend that you always have a spare battery with you. For adjustment of the beep-tone level or disabling of the function, please consult your hearing care profes- sional. -
Page 11: Turning The Hearing Aid On And Off
turning the hearing aid on and off The battery drawer of the hearing aid also functions as the on/off switch. Close the battery drawer to turn on the hearing aid. Open the battery drawer to turn off the hearing aid. Please remember to turn off the hearing aid when it is not in use. -
Page 12: Right/Left Identification
right/left identification Most models will be marked with a red logo or mark for the right ear and a blue logo or mark for the left ear. Another model has a red or a blue shell, respec- tively. -
Page 13: Positioning The Hearing Aid
positioning the hearing aid Close the battery drawer completely. Hold your hearing aid by the extrac- tion cord with your thumb and fore- finger. Slowly guide the hearing aid into your ear canal until you feel re- sistance. Let go of the extraction cord and use the tip of your forefinger to gently push the hearing aid into your ear until it rests comfortably in your ca-... -
Page 14: Removing The Hearing Aid
removing the hearing aid Gently pull the extraction cord with your thumb and forefinger. If it is difficult, you can try to move the hearing aid carefully from side to side while pulling the extraction cord. It may also help to pull the out- er ear backwards and upwards with the opposite hand. -
Page 15: Volume Adjustment
Volume adjustment The hearing aid volume is adjusted automatically in accordance with your sound environment. Caution If the volume in the hearing aid is generally too loud or too weak, or the reproduced sounds are distorted, or if you would like any further information, consult your hearing care profes- sional. -
Page 16: Cleaning
Cleaning The following cleaning accessories are available for cleaning the hearing aid. Ask your hearing care pro- fessional which accessories you need. 1 . Brush 2 . Cloth 3 . wax removing tool with a short and a long end 4 . -
Page 17: The Hearing Aid
the hearing aid It is very important for the hearing aid’s performance that it is kept free from earwax and dirt. Clean your hearing aid daily with the soft cloth to keep it dry and clean of earwax or dirt. warning never clean the hearing aid with water or cleaning solutions, as this may cause it to malfunction. - Page 18 Below is an example of how the sound outlet, relief vent and microphone opening may be positioned in a hearing aid provided with a short vent and a full length vent, respectively. 1 . Sound outlet 2 . relief vent (short) 3 .
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Page 19: The Sound Outlet
the sound outlet It is important that the sound outlet is not blocked by earwax. Remove any visible earwax from around the sound outlet with the small brush or cloth. Do not attempt to clean the wax guard. If the sound outlet is blocked, you should change the wax guard (see pages 22-25). -
Page 20: The Relief Vent
the relief vent If earwax has accumulated in and/or around the relief vent opening, do as follows: Short vent: Clean any earwax from the vent as far as the long end of wax removing tool no. 3 can reach. Full length vent: Clean any earwax from vent passing... -
Page 21: The Microphone Opening
the microphone opening If dirt or earwax has gathered around the microphone opening on the hearing aid front, do as follows: Open the battery drawer and remove the battery. Turn the hearing aid so the open battery drawer is fac- ing downwards. -
Page 22: Wax Guard
wax guard The wax guard helps to protect the hearing aid against earwax. Always use wax guards with your hearing aid. Otherwise the warranty for your hearing aid will be void. The wax guard consists of the following parts: 1 . holder 2 . -
Page 23: Changing The Wax Guard
Changing the wax guard Insert the removal hook into the used wax guard placed in the sound outlet. Pull the wax guard straight out. 1 . Vent opening 2 . Sound outlet 3 . used wax guard... - Page 24 Turn the holder around so that the new wax guard is in position to be inserted. Insert the holder into the open- ing of the sound outlet and gen- tly press the wax guard into the opening. Then pull the holder straight out. The new wax guard will automatically detach from the holder.
- Page 25 Discard the holder with the used wax guard. The frequency with which the wax guard should be changed varies from one individual to another. If you have any questions regarding your wax guard, please contact your hearing care professional. Warning If the wax guard fits loosely, discard it and insert another.
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Page 26: In Case Of Malfunction
in CaSe oF MalFunCtion problem possible cause Solution The hearing The hearing aid is Make sure the battery aid is com- not turned on drawer is closed pletely silent The battery does not Insert a new battery in work the hearing aid battery drawer The sound outlet is See page 19... - Page 27 problem possible cause Solution The hearing The hearing aid is Consult your hearing aid is uncom- not placed correctly care professional on fortable to in your ear canal how to place the hear- wear ing aid correctly in your ear canal. The hearing aid Contact your hearing does not fit your ear...
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Page 28: Caring For Your Hearing Aid
Caring For Your hearing aid The hearing aid is a valuable object and should be treated with care. Here are some things you can do to prolong the life of your hearing aid: Caution • Turn off your hearing aid when it is not in use. Remove the battery if the hearing aid will not be used for several days. -
Page 29: Warnings
warningS warning hearing aids and batteries can be dangerous if swal lowed or used improperly . Swallowing or improper use can result in severe injury or even fatalities . in case of ingestion, con- tact a physician immediately and the 24 hour national But- ton Battery ingestion hotline at (202) 625-3333 . - Page 30 Do not under any circum- stances use alcohol, chlorine or similar substances. • Do not use Coselgi hearing aids in mines or other areas with explosive gases.
- Page 31 warning • do not wear your hearing aid during radiation, x-rays, Mris, Ct or other medical treatments and scans . The emis- sions from these procedures as well as from other types of radiation, such as that in a microwave oven, can damage your hearing aid.
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Page 32: Advice
adViCe note • The hearing aid will not restore normal hearing and will not prevent or improve a hearing loss resulting from organic conditions. However, the hearing aid can help you to make the best possible use of your remaining hearing ability. You should also bear in mind that it can take time to get used to a new hearing aid and new sounds. -
Page 33: Regulatory Information
regulatorY inForMation Contraindications: • Congenital or traumatic deformity of the ear • Active drainage from the ear within 90 days • History of rapid progressive hearing loss within previous 90 days • Acute or chronic dizziness • Sudden unilateral hearing loss in previous 90 days important notice for prospective hearing aid users Good health practice requires that a person with a hearing loss have a medical evaluation by a licensed physician (preferably a... - Page 34 time for a nominal fee after which you may decide if you want to purchase the hearing aid. Federal law restricts the sale of hearing aids to those individuals who have obtained a medical evaluation from a licensed physi- cian. Federal law permits a fully informed adult to sign a waiver statement declining the medical evaluation for religious or per- sonal beliefs that preclude consultation with a physician.
- Page 35 Hearing aids, accessories and batter- ies should not be disposed of with nor- mal household waste. Please consult your national Coselgi distributor for advice on how to dispose of these items.
- Page 36 Manufacturer Printed by HTO / 2013-09 ¡9 514 0201 041j¤ ¡#01v¤ 9 514 0138 041 #02...
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