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- Page 1 INVISIBLE-IN-THE-CANAL OPERATIONS MANUAL...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents IIC Overview Features, Controls and Identification Overview Features, Controls and Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Your hearing system controls include: Preparation Batteries . -
Page 3: Batteries
Preparation Preparation Batteries Your hearing system uses a battery as its power source . This battery size can be identified by the yellow (10) color code on the packaging . To insert or replace the battery: 1 . Use the nail grip on the battery door . 2 . Open the battery door gently and remove the old battery . 3 . Remove the tab from the new battery . 4 . Line up the battery’s “+” sign (flat side of the battery) with the “+” on the battery door . 5 . Close the battery door . Warnings Batteries are dangerous if swallowed . To help prevent the accidental ingestion of batteries: Keep out of reach of children and pets C heck your medications before taking them –... -
Page 4: Insertion And Removal
Preparation Preparation Battery Indicator Tones Insertion and Removal An indicator will sound when the battery voltage is It is very important that you work closely with your low . You have approximately 5 minutes* to replace hearing professional to develop an insertion the battery . An indicator will sound just before the technique that is specific for the shape and battery stops working . contours of your ear . Improper insertion will result in unsatisfactory performance and comfort . * Actual time between low battery indicator and To insert the hearing instrument: shut down will vary depending on environmental noise levels and brand of battery used. - Page 5 Preparation Preparation To remove the hearing instrument: Helpful Hints • It is not unusual for the hearing aid to feel quite foreign in the ear canal initially, but very natural over time as your ear adapts . It may be necessary to adopt a wearing schedule that gradually increases the time that you wear your hearing aids . Work with your hearing professional to develop a wearing schedule appropriate for your needs . • Minor irritation and inflammation may occur as your ear becomes accustomed to having an object in it; if so, please contact your hearing care professional . • If an actual allergic reaction occurs, alternative Grasp the removal handle found at the bottom materials are available; contact your hearing of the ear canal and gently remove the hearing care professional . instrument from the ear . • Severe swelling, discharge from the ear, excessive wax, or other unusual conditions warrant immediate consultation with a physician . • If desired, apply a small amount of Oto-Ease to the outside of the hearing instrument being careful to not get any in the receiver/sound opening .
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Page 6: Operation
Operation Operation On & Off Volume Control To turn ON: Insert a battery and M y hearing instrument uses T for volume control . completely close the See page 12 . battery door . To turn OFF: Your hearing system has been set to a specific Open the battery door until volume level by your hearing care professional . the battery is no longer touching If sounds are generally too loud or too soft, please the battery contacts . contact your hearing care professional for advice and adjustment . Some hearing instruments are programmed to have a Power-On delay . Your hearing professional Multimemory Settings will place a check in the box below if your hearing instruments have this feature . -
Page 7: T 2 (Touch-Tone) Function
Operation Operation (touch-tone) Function Troubleshooting Guide SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS My hearing instrument has T capability . Please read the section below . Consult telephone Telephone keys not operator’s manual to emitting beep tones My hearing instrument does not have enable beep tones capability . See page 14 . T² not unlocked prior Press ** and listen for to command unique T² indicator You may use a cell phone, cordless telephone, or Hearing system corded telephone to adjust your hearing system . The Bring telephone closer not responding Telephone too far to hearing system to telephone telephone MUST “beep” when the keys are pressed from hearing system command microphone for this function to work . If your telephone does not “beep” when the keys are pressed, consult your... -
Page 8: Telephone Use
Operation Operation Telephone Use General Telephone Use Your hearing instruments are equipped with tools Some hearing instruments work best to help you effectively communicate on the by holding the phone close to, but telephone . Your hearing professional will check the not fully covering your ear . In some box/boxes that represent the telephone settings in instances, if you encounter whistling your instruments . (feedback), tilt the receiver at an angle until the whistling stops . Your hearing professional can provide My hearing instruments have the following instructions and techniques for your telephone setting(s): specific needs . A beep or indicator tone is enabled on my instruments to signal when the device switches to the telephone setting . 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. -
Page 9: Reminder
Operation Operation The immunity of this hearing aid is at least M2/ Reminder T2. The equipment performance measurements, Some hearing systems have been programmed categories and system classifications are based with a Reminder indicating that it is time to upon the best information available but cannot schedule an appointment . Your hearing care guarantee that all users will be satisfied. professional will check the box below if this feature is activated . -
Page 10: Summary Of Settings
Operation Operation Summary of Settings Instrument Care Because of the variability of individual ear canal Indicator Indicator Environment physiology, maintenance needs vary . Work Tone Type Tone On with your hearing professional to develop a Yes Speech maintenance routine best for you . Program 1 Normal 1 Tone General maintenance guidelines: Speech Yes a . I nspect your hearing aid with good light and Program 2 2 Tones a magnifying glass if necessary, and become Tone Series familiar with the look of a properly maintained Speech Yes hearing aid . Program 3 3 Tones Tone Series... -
Page 11: Hearing System Care
Hearing System Care Hearing System Care Helpful Hints Service and Repair • When not wearing your hearing instruments, If, for any reason, your hearing system does not open the battery door to allow any moisture to operate properly, do NOT attempt to fix it yourself . evaporate Not only are you likely to violate any applicable warranties or insurance, you could easily cause further • When not in use, remove the batteries damage . Should your hearing system fail or perform completely; place your hearing system in the poorly, check the guide below for possible solutions . storage container and store: If problems continue, contact your hearing care – In a dry, safe place professional for advice and assistance . – A way from direct sunlight or heat to avoid Troubleshooting Guide extreme temperatures – Where you can easily find them SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS – Safely out of reach of pets and children... -
Page 12: Tips For Better Communication
Tips for Better Communication Tips for Better Communication Your hearing care professional will recommend an • Let others know what you need; keep in mind appropriate schedule to help you adapt to your that people cannot “see” your hearing loss new hearing system . It will take practice, time and • Develop realistic expectations of what your patience for your brain to adapt to the new sounds hearing instruments can and cannot do that your hearing system provides . Hearing is only part of how we share thoughts, ideas and feelings . • Better hearing with hearing instruments Reading lips, facial expressions and gestures is a learned skill combining desire, practice can help the learning process and add to what and patience amplification alone may miss . Please review the following simple For Your Family and Friends communication tips: Your family and friends are also affected by your hearing loss . Request that they: For You • Move closer to and look at the speaker • Get your full attention before beginning... -
Page 13: Fda Information
FDA Information FDA Information Required Information Following the medical evaluation, the physician will give you a written statement that states that your hearing loss has been medically evaluated The following additional information is provided in compliance with and that you may be considered a candidate for a hearing instrument . U .S . Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations: The physician will refer you to an audiologist or hearing instrument dispenser, as appropriate, for a hearing instrument evaluation . WARNINGTOHEARINGINSTRUMENTDISPENSERS. A hearing instrument dispenser should advise a prospective hearing instrument user The audiologist or hearing instrument dispenser will conduct a hearing to consult promptly with a licensed physician (preferably an ear specialist) instrument evaluation to assess your ability to hear with and without a before dispensing a hearing instrument if the hearing instrument hearing instrument . The hearing instrument evaluation will enable the dispenser determines through inquiry, actual observation, or review of audiologist or dispenser to select and fit a hearing instrument to your any other available information concerning the prospective user, that the individual needs . prospective user has any of the following conditions: If you have reservations about your ability to adapt to amplification, you i . Visible congenital or traumatic deformity of the ear . should inquire about the availability of a trial-rental or purchase-option program . Many hearing instrument dispensers now offer programs ii . History of active drainage from the ear within the previous 90 days . - Page 14 LIMITED WARRANTY: WHAT THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER: This Limited Warranty provided by MicroTech Hearing Instruments (“MicroTech”), to Batteries, earmolds, accessories, or damage to your hearing instrument caused by you, the original purchaser of a MicroTech hearing instrument, covers your new misuse or neglect, accident, unauthorized alteration, or failure to provide reasonable hearing instrument when sold by a hearing professional authorized by MicroTech . and necessary maintenance and cleaning . The duration of this Limited Warranty begins when you first take delivery of your...
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