Earlens Photon User Manual page 21

• The Lens was tested for nickel leaching and found to be compliant and within the safe levels
identified in European standard EN1811. Traces of oxidation (discoloration) may be visible
on the Lens surface following prolonged wear. Testing indicated the oxidation was not likely
to affect the structural integrity of the Lens within the 1 year expected life.
• Only healthcare professionals trained in the fitting of hearing aids may fit the Processor
and Light Tip.
• The Earlens Hearing Aid is custom designed and intended to be used only by a single patient.
• The Light Tip is designed to sit a set distance from the Lens. Sound output may deviate if
the Light Tip is not inserted to the proper depth. If the sound output does deviate, you can
reposition the Light Tip until optimal sound output is achieved.
• Earplugs or headphones can be used with the Lens in place as long as care is taken not to
over-insert them and they do not protrude deeply into the ear canal.
• You may shower, bathe or swim with the Lens in place. Ear plugs may be used to prevent
water from entering your ears so long as care is taken to not over-insert them. Removing
water from ears may be more difficult with the Lens in place.
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• If you have small or unusually shaped ear canals, you may be at greater risk for ear canal
abrasions, either from the ear impression procedure or from Light Tip use.
• You should avoid getting the Processor wet, as it may damage the device. You must remove
the Processor prior to showering, swimming, or bathing.
• You may experience a reduction in your hearing levels when the Lens is in place but the
Processor is not activated.
• Do not direct streams of liquid (i.e. isopropyl alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, DeBrox) into your
ears, as this may cause the Lens to become dislodged or cause damage to the device.
• Failure to oil your ear canal weekly may result in Lens displacement.
• Do not place any component of the Earlens Hearing Aid into a microwave, or near a
significant source of static electricity.
• Use only the Earlens Charger and AC wall adaptor provided. Although other adaptors may
look similar, they may cause damage to the Earlens Hearing Aid.
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