Starkey Hearing Technologies RIC Operation Manual

Rechargeable receiver-in-canal

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R EC H A R G E A B L E
RIC
(Receiver-In-Canal)
O P E R A T I O N S M A N U A L

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Summary of Contents for Starkey Hearing Technologies RIC

  • Page 1 R EC H A R G E A B L E (Receiver-In-Canal) O P E R A T I O N S M A N U A L...
  • Page 2 Table of Contents Hearing Aid Overview Rocker Switch RIC Overview Synergy Charger Overview Preparation Charging Your Hearing Aids Charger On-Board Battery LEDs Insertion and Removal Operations Power On & Off User Controls Volume Control Volume Control Indicators Battery Indicators Memory Change & Mute...
  • Page 3: Rocker Switch Ric Overview

    Comfort Fit Solutions: 11. Instant Fit Earbud 12. Custom Earmold (optional) 13. RIC Custom Power Earmold (optional) * The hearing aid’s serial number is located under an access panel that surrounds the charging contacts. Contact your hearing professional for assistance.
  • Page 4: Synergy Charger Overview

    Synergy Charger Overview Synergy Charger Overview Features, Controls and Identification Desiccant puck holder Cleaning brush Earbud/earmold reservoir Charging ports Hearing Aid Charging LEDs On-board battery LEDs Micro USB port...
  • Page 5: Preparation Charging Your Hearing Aids

    Preparation Preparation - Blinking Red = Fault State – Remove from charger, Charging Your Hearing Aids wait until LED turns off and re-insert aids. If Fault State continues, call your hearing professional. • Charging occurs with the lid open or closed •...
  • Page 6: Charger On-Board Battery Leds

    Preparation Preparation Charger On-Board Battery LEDs Insertion and Removal To insert the earbud or earmold: • When charger is plugged in and fully charged = 4 Hold the cable at the bend in front solid LEDs of the receiver with your thumb and forefinger.
  • Page 7: Power On & Off

    Preparation Operation Helpful Hints Power On & Off • Minor irritation and/or inflammation may occur as ON - The hearing aids will power on automatically after your ear becomes accustomed to having an object removing them from the charger. There is a delay in it;...
  • Page 8: User Controls

    Operation Operation User Controls Volume Control Your hearing aid’s user control may have been customized by Power On Volume Level your hearing professional. Your hearing aids have been set to a specific volume Ask your hearing professional how the user level by your hearing professional.
  • Page 9: Volume Control

    Operation Operation Volume Control Indicators Memory Change Your hearing professional may enable audible indicators, Your hearing professional may create multiple memories within which highlight the current volume position. your hearing aid. These additional memories can be accessed by activating the user control on your hearing aid. If your user control is configured for memory changes, each time ...
  • Page 10: Bicros Balance Control

    Operation Operation BiCROS Balance Control My hearing aids have the following telephone setting(s): Your user control on the transmitter can also adjust the balance between your hearing aids and transmitter. Automatic telephone memory and automatic Please refer to the section labeled CROS/BiCROS telecoil.
  • Page 11: Cros/Bicros Technology

    Operation CROS/BiCROS Technology General Telephone Use Introduction Some hearing aids work best by holding A Contralateral Routing of Signals (CROS) hearing system is a the phone close to, but not fully covering type of hearing aid that is used to treat unilateral hearing loss. your ear.
  • Page 12: Multiflex Tinnitus Technology

    Multiflex Tinnitus Technology Accessories Wireless Accessories NOTE: CROS and BiCROS systems will have considerably There are several wireless accessories that allow you to control shorter battery life. Your rechargeable CROS/BiCROS system and maximize the full potential of your hearing aids. Available will need to be recharged after approximately 15 hours.
  • Page 13: Hearing Instrument Care Hearing Aid Care

    Hear Clear Receiver Wax Guards ™ RIC hearing aids integrate disposable Hear Clear earwax protection. The innovative wax guards prevent earwax accumulation in the hearing aid receiver. When you need to replace your wax guards, please follow the instructions below.
  • Page 14: Synergy Charger Care

    Hearing Instrument Care Hearing Instrument Care Helpful Hints • To ensure the longest life of you rechargeable hearing aid batteries and the batteries in the charger: • Do not take apart your hearing aids or insert the cleaning tools inside them. –...
  • Page 15: Troubleshooting Guides

    Hearing Instrument Care Hearing Instrument Care RIC Troubleshooting Guide Charger Troubleshooting Guide SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS Blocked earmold/ Clean or replace wax guard as needed tubing/earbud Connect the micro USB to your charger and plug it into the wall.
  • Page 16: Tips For Better Communication

    Hearing Instrument Care Tips for Better Communication Charger Troubleshooting Guide (Cont.) Your hearing professional will recommend an appropriate schedule to help you adapt to your new hearing aids. It will take practice, time and patience for your brain to adapt to the new sounds that your hearing aids provide.
  • Page 17: Regulatory Information

    Tips for Better Communication Regulatory Information For Your Family and Friends Safety Information INTENDED USE: An air conduction hearing aid is a wearable sound- Your family and friends are also affected by your hearing loss. amplifying device intended to compensate for impaired hearing. Hearing aids Request that they: are available in multiple gain/output levels appropriate to treat hearing losses ranging from mild-to-profound.
  • Page 18: Warning To Hearing Aid Dispensers

    Regulatory Information Regulatory Information • There is nothing edible in the package, including the desiccant, Required Hearing Aid Information cleaning tool, etc. The following additional information is provided in compliance with U.S. Food and Drug • Any cords and wall warts must be approved or listed by a Nationally Administration (FDA) regulations: Recognized Testing Laboratory.
  • Page 19 Regulatory Information Regulatory Information Required Multiflex Tinnitus Information for The audiologist or hearing aid dispenser will conduct a hearing aid evaluation to assess your ability to hear with and without a hearing aid. The hearing aid evaluation Hearing Professionals will enable the audiologist or dispenser to select and fit a hearing aid to your individual needs.
  • Page 20 Regulatory Information Regulatory Information PRESCRIPTION USE ONLY WARNING TO HEARING CARE PRACTITIONER A hearing care practitioner should advise a prospective sound generator user to consult CAUTION: Federal law restricts this instrument to sale by or on the order of a promptly with a licensed physician (preferably an ear specialist) before using a sound doctor, audiologist or other hearing care practitioner licensed to dispense hearing generator if the hearing care practitioner determines through inquiry, actual observation...
  • Page 21: Sound Generator Users

    EU NOTICE Hereby, Starkey Hearing Technologies declares that the RIC is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU. A copy of the Declaration of Conformity can be obtained from the address on the next page or...
  • Page 22 Consult Operations Manual INSTRUCTIONS FOR DISPOSAL OF OLD ELECTRONICS Starkey Hearing Technologies encourages, the EU requires, and your local community laws may require, that your hearing devices and charger be disposed of via your local electronics recycling/disposal process.
  • Page 23 Notes Notes...
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  • Page 25 0086 © 2017 Starkey Hearing Technologies. All Rights Reserved. 86067-007 10/17 BKLT2961-00-EE-XX...

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