Summary of Contents for LIBRA A13
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
28 putting it in the right place page 29 The A13 is connected by the earhook daily cleaning and care page 30 avoiding moisture page 31 to the customized earmold that fi ts... -
Page 3: Identifi Cation
We are confi dent that your listening enjoy- ment will be enhanced by the attention given to the performance and appearance of your Libra BTE. DO NOT open the battery door too far or damage is likely to occur. -
Page 4: Batteries
batteries batteries Remove the Because batteries can vary in size and existing battery performance, your Hearing Professional by pushing it is your best source for lifespan estimates out the top of and verifi cation that you are using the the door. proper size and type if problems persist. -
Page 5: Insertion And Removal
Carefully place Before placing the instrument the Libra BTE behind your ear earmold into your with the earhook ear, be sure the and earmold battery is inserted tubing wrapped properly and the over the top. -
Page 6: Switches
Your Libra BTE uses a The volume control enables three-position switch you to adjust the amount of confi guration, labeled amplifi cation provided by the instrument. You may wish to “M-T-O.” The “M” or microphone position is... -
Page 7: Feedback & Multimemory Settings
Hearing Professional. When you were young, you learned how to listen. Your brain learned to focus on Libra BTEs with a horizontal specifi c sounds and concentrate on voices, multimemory switch let you choose even in the midst of many other noises. As... -
Page 8: Realistic Expectations
realistic expectations the communication process Hopefully, your hearing instruments will Hearing is only one part be extremely effective - so much that you of how we exchange become dependent upon them. However, thoughts, ideas, and feel- hearing aids will not restore normal hearing ings. -
Page 9: Handling And Wearing
adjusting to a noisy world handling and wearing Your instruments From the moment you get them, it may and their controls be tempting to wear and use your hearing are smaller than instruments constantly. However, this can most other regularly lead to discomfort, fatigue, and disappoint- handled items. -
Page 10: Start In Quiet, Familiar Places
start in quiet, familiar places focusing on specific sounds At fi rst, use your As you wear instruments only your instru- in familiar, quiet ments in a wider surroundings, where variety of sound envi- you can identify and ronments, practice select- locate simple background ing specifi... -
Page 11: Hearing The Television And Radio
hearing the television and radio using the telephone The use of music, BTE’s with a telecoil feature sound effects, and enable you to comfortably use its overall pace, can the telephone without removing make TV viewing your instrument or earmold. The with hearing instru- induction coil amplifi... -
Page 12: Enjoy, But Don't Overdo It
remember: enjoy, but don’t overdo it In a few weeks, you will probably be • Better hearing with hearing instru- able to use your instruments all day with- ments is a learned skill combining desire, practice and patience. out fatigue or tension. Hopefully, you’ll be like many who fi... -
Page 13: How Family And Friends Can Help
how family and friends can help speak clearly and normally Many people initially treat There is a tendency hearing problems as an for those around you individual matter, some- to speak loudly– thing that can be dealt with especially if it is how by themselves. -
Page 14: Minimize Distractions
minimize distractions time for added consideration Many people There are unconsciously times when create distrac- hearing may tions as they be even more speak. Talking with diffi cult. When their mouths full, you are tired or hands covering mouths, aren’t feeling well, it’s as well as unexpected, likely that you won’t hear or sudden head and body move-... -
Page 15: Let Others Know What You Need
let others know what you need remember: • Your family and friends are equally affected by your hearing problem. • Be sure others have your full attention and you can see their faces when they speak. • Have them speak normally, naturally, and clearly - rather than louder. -
Page 16: Hearing Instrument Care
hearing instrument care putting it in the right place When not wearing your BTE, turn it off and open the bat- tery compartment door to prevent excessive reduction of battery life. An instrument left “on” Your hearing can produce feedback that might attract instruments represent the ultimate in curious pets - possibly resulting in hearing miniaturized sophistication - especially... -
Page 17: Daily Cleaning And Care
daily cleaning and care avoiding moisture Your earmold should be cleaned on a Your regular basis instruments using a soft, may be so comfort- damp cloth. able that you forget you have them on. Periodically, So develop the mental habit of checking you may wash it in your ears before going swimming, taking a warm soapy water. -
Page 18: Service And Repair
service and repair troubleshooting guide If, for any Symptom: Dead Cause: Depleted battery reason, an Solution: Replace battery instrument Dead fails, do not Symptom: Blocked earmold Cause: attempt to Solution: Clear tube blockage fi x it yourself. Symptom: Dead Not only does Cause: Defective instrument it likely violate... -
Page 19: Working Together
working together remember: • Proper care and maintenance can help ensure trouble-free operation. Be assured • When not in use, store your instrument that, together in a safe place, away from medications, with your Hearing pets and children. Professional, we are prepared to do all that we can to help achieve the highest possible •... -
Page 20: Fda Information
(preferably a physician who ©Libra World Headquarters specializes in diseases of the ear) before purchasing a hearing P.O. Box 9457, Minneapolis, MN 55344 aid.
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