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Page 1 O p e r a t i O n s M a n u a l...
Page 2 Now, for the first time, Audibel is offering a lifetime warranty on the circuit of the new LX hearing aid. The hearing aid circuit is covered under warranty for the life of the product. The warranty commences on the actual date of sale to the patient and is valid only for as long as the patient owns the instrument as registered by specific serial number.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
table Of COntents IdentIfIcatIon Features, Controls and Identification ......2 PreParatIon Batteries ..............3 Battery Indicator ............4 Insertion and Removal ..........5 oPeratIon On, Off and Volume Levels ..........6 Multimemory Settings ..........7 Directional Settings.............8 Telephone Use ............8 Summary of Settings ..........10 HearIng SyStem care Instrument Care ............12 Service and Repair ............13 Troubleshooting Guide ..........14...
Page 4: Features, Controls And Identification
identifiCatiOn features, controls and Identification your hearing system your hearing system can be may include: identified by: 1. Hearing Instrument 8. Location of serial number 2. Cable 9. Location of manufacturer’s name/ 3. Receiver model name 4. Microphones 10. Location of left/right 5.
Page 5: Preparation
preparatiOn Batteries Your hearing system uses a size 312 battery as its power source. This battery size can be identified by the brown color code on the packaging. to insert or replace the battery: 1. Use the nail grip on the battery door. 2.
Page 6: Battery Indicator
Battery Indicator An indicator will sound when the battery’s voltage is low. You have approximately 20 minutes* to replace the battery. A different 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 7: Insertion And Removal
Insertion and removal to insert: 1. Hold the cable at the bend in front of the receiver with your thumb and forefinger. Gently insert the receiver into your ear canal. 2. Carefully place the hearing instrument behind your ear wrapping it over the top of your ear. 3.
Page 8: On, Off And Volume Levels
Helpful Hints • M inor irritation and inflammation may occur as your ear becomes accustomed to having an object in it; if so, please contact your hearing care professional • I f an actual allergic reaction occurs, contact your hearing care professional • S evere swelling, discharge from the ear, excessive wax, or other unusual conditions warrant immediate consultation with a physician OperatiOn on, off and Volume Levels to turn on: Insert a battery and completely close the battery door.
Page 9: Multimemory Settings
multimemory Settings Your hearing care professional can set up to four hearing programs for you. These additional programs are accessed by pressing the Multimemory button inward. When you press the Multimemory button, you may hear an indicator or tone series indicating the device has changed to the next program.
Page 10: Directional Settings
directional Settings Your hearing system has directional microphones to help improve speech understanding in noisy situations. Your hearing care professional will circle the programmed directional setting for each memory. Program Environment Automatic Manual Automatic Manual Automatic Manual Automatic Manual telephone use Your hearing system allows you to comfortably use the telephone without removing your hearing system.
Page 11 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 C63.19 standard (ANSI C63.19-2006 American National Standard Methods of Measurement of Compatibility Between Wireless Communications Devices and Hearing Aids), the compatibility of a particular hearing aid and cell phone can...
Page 12: Summary Of Settings
Summary of Settings enVIronment dIrectIonaL SettIng Program 1 Normal Automatic Manual Program 2 Automatic Manual Program 3 Automatic Manual Program 4 Automatic Manual — — Low Battery — — Battery End of Life — — Self Check Reminder — —...
Page 13 IndIcator on IndIcator tyPe Speech (One) 1 Tone Speech (Two) 2 Tones Tone Series Speech (Three) 3 Tones Tone Series Speech (Four) 4 Tones Tone Series Speech (Battery) Tone Series Speech (Shutdown) Sustained Tone Speech (Good/Make Appointment) Tone Series Speech (Make Appointment) Tone Series...
Page 14: 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. • Use a cleaning brush or soft cloth to clean debris from around the switches, microphone and battery compartment; inspect the receiver, Instant Fit Earbud and Wax Guard regularly • If the Wax Guard or Instant Fit Earbud is missing, contact your hearing care professional immediately to schedule an appointment for otoscopy...
Page 15: Service And Repair
– Where you can easily find them – Safely out of reach of pets and children • Do not take apart your hearing instruments or insert the cleaning tools inside them 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.
Page 16: Troubleshooting Guide
troubleshooting guide SymPtom PoSSIBLe SoLutIonS cauSeS Low battery Replace battery Clean or replace Earwax buildup Wax Guard as needed Not Loud Enough Check that receiver Improper insertion is properly placed in the ear canal Contact your hearing Hearing change care professional Low battery Replace battery Inconsistent...
Page 17: 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. Please review the following simple communication tips: for you • Move closer to and look at the speaker...
Page 18: 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 concerning the prospective user, that the...
Page 19 An audiologist is qualified by training and experience to assist in the evaluation and rehabilitation of a child with a hearing loss. Audibel 6700 Washington Avenue South Eden Prairie, MN 55344...

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