General Care - Cochlear Baha 5 User Manual

Lock and unlock the battery door
See figure 9
You can lock the battery door to prevent it
from opening accidentally (tamper-proof). This
is recommended especially when the sound
processor is being used by a child.
To lock the battery door, close the battery
1
door completely and place the Locking tool
into the battery door slot. Slide the locking pin
up into place.
2 To unlock the battery door, place the Locking
tool into the battery door slot. Slide the
locking pin down into place.
Caution: Batteries can be harmful if
swallowed. Be sure to keep your batteries
out of reach of small children and household
pets. In the event a battery is accidentally
swallowed, seek immediate medical attention
at the nearest emergency centre.
Attach the Safety line
To use the Safety line, simply attach it to the
sound processor and clip it on to your shirt or
jacket.
Cochlear recommends connecting the Safety
line when engaging in physical activities. Children
should use the Safety line at all times.
See figure 10

General care

Your sound processor is a delicate electronic
device. Follow these guidelines to keep it in proper
working order:
• Turn off and store the sound processor free
from dust and dirt.
• Remove the battery when storing the sound
processor for long periods.
• Avoid exposing your sound processor to
extreme temperatures.
• Remove your sound processor before applying
hair conditioners, mosquito repellent or similar
products.
• Secure your sound processor with a Safety
line during physical activities. If the physical
activity involves contact, Cochlear recommends
removing your sound processor.
• Your sound processor is not waterproof. Do not
use it when swimming and avoid exposing it to
heavy rain
• For cleaning your sound processor use the Baha
sound processor Cleaning kit.
If the sound processor becomes very wet
1. Immediately open the battery door and remove
the battery.
2. Put your sound processor in a container with
drying capsules such as a Dri-Aid Kit. Leave it to
dry out overnight. Drying kits are available from
most hearing care professionals.
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