Table of Contents Since 1979 Table of Contents Listening Settings Parts Identified Care and Cleaning 12-14 How to Insert Battery Helpful Tips Slim-tubing Choices Technical Data 16-17 How to Remove and Attach Tubing Additional Information 18-19 How to Tell Right from Left Service Plans How to Remove &...
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Apollo-6200 & Apollo-6210 1. Slim-tube (pg. 5-6) 2. ZipTip (pg. 7) 3. Sure-lock 4. Microphone and Receiver 5. Multi-function button (pg. 10-11) • Volume control • Listening settings 6. Battery holder Serial Number: Located on the outer shell of the Apollo hearing aid. Battery Size: Your Apollo uses a size 10 (yellow tab) zinc-air battery.
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How to insert the battery 1. Remove the yellow colored tab from the flat, (+) positive side of the size 10 battery. Wait one minute for battery to reach full power before using (or testing) battery. 2. Open battery holder gently, using your fingernail or thumbnail.
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What you need to know about slim-tubing: We’ve bagged separately the ZipTip and slim-tubing that works the best for most people. You will find this attached to the bag your Apollo is in (inside the green case). We've included left and right slim tubing for you to choose from. •...
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REMOVING slim-tubing from the Apollo-6200 or Apollo-6210: Grasp the thicker base Twist the tubing Pull the thicker base of the slim-tubing 900 to the left or of the tubing away near the top of the right. from the Apollo. Apollo. ATTACHING slim-tubing to the Apollo-6200 or Apollo-6210: Line up the top of the Apollo and the thicker tubing base and gently push the end of the slim-tube onto the Apollo until it...
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ZipTip choices: ZipTips come in 2 sizes, small and medium. Both sizes are available with a small or large vent. Attached to the bag your Apollo is in (inside the green case): Size Small with large vent Starter Kit includes: Size Small with small vent If you have trouble with feedback (whistling), try the extra ZipTip included that has the small vent.
How to insert the Apollo-6200 or Apollo-6210: 1. Grasp the slim-tubing behind the ZipTip and gently push the ZipTip into your ear canal. 2. Place your Apollo over the top of your ear. 3. The slim-tubing will probably bulge slightly near the ear canal. Point at the bend in the tubing and push gently.
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Continued: 4. Place the sure-lock into the bowl of your ear. The sure-lock is the thin filament attached to the tubing. Use your finger to secure the sure-lock into the most comfortable position. NOTE: Tubing should not bulge away from the ear or pull the Apollo down or the ZipTip out of the ear.
Multi-function push button Your Apollo-6200 or Apollo-6210 is equipped with a multi-function push button that controls the volume level and listening settings. Adjusting the volume: The volume is adjusted for both the Apollo-6200 and Apollo-6210 by making a series of quick presses to the multi-function button.
Choosing your Listening Settings Apollo-6200 has Apollo-6210 has 3 listening settings. 4 listening settings. Press and hold the multi-function button for about 2 seconds. You will hear one, two or three beeps. The number of beeps refers to the setting. Setting 1: Normal setting –...
Care and Cleaning We’ve done what we can to protect your Apollo from moisture and earwax but a little regular cleaning by you will go a long way towards trouble-free use. Without regular cleaning, wax and moisture can build up and prevent your Apollo from working properly.
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How to clean your Apollo tubing: 1. Remove the slim-tubing from the Apollo. There is no need to remove the ZipTip from the tubing. (Remove tubing see p.6) 2. Insert the cleaning tool into the triangular base at the end of the slim-tubing.
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IMPORTANT CARE INSTRUCTIONS BEGINNING THE DAY: After showering, apply all lotions, creams, hairspray, perfume and cologne BEFORE putting on your Apollo-6200 or Apollo-6210. Water and such sprays can damage hearing aids. And please remember, your hearing aids are sensitive and don’t like extreme heat or cold. Never place your Apollo in water.
Helpful tips 1. Start Slowly – Begin by using your new hearing aid a few hours a day while you are alone. If you're not used to wearing a hearing aid, you will probably notice many sounds you have not heard in a while. And while you may enjoy the sounds of birds again, other sounds like crackling paper and the refrigerator running may take some time to get used to.
Apollo-6200 Technical Data Maximum SSPL90 116 dB HFA SSPL90 102 dB HFA full-on gain 25 dB Peak gain 35 dB Frequency range 300 Hz to 5700 Hz Equivalent input noise 21 dB Total harmonic distortion 500 Hz: 1%, 800 Hz: .2%, 1600 Hz: 1% Attack time (msec) Release time (msec) Battery type and current...
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Apollo-6210 Technical Data Maximum SSPL90 119.3 dB HFA SSPL90 108.9 dB HFA full-on gain 27 dB Frequency range 270 Hz to 5846.3 Hz Equivalent input noise 26.5 dB Total harmonic distortion 500 Hz: .8%, 800 Hz: .5%, 1600 Hz: 1.2% Attack time (msec) Release time (msec) Induction coil sensitivity...
Precautions: A hearing aid is a accumulation of cerumen (earwax). before the hearing aid is purchased. If this occurs, consult your physician. precision electronic device and as such, Following the medical evaluation, it requires the care in use and handling Keep new and used batteries out of the physician will give you a written that you would afford any fine piece of...
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sale of hearing aids to those individuals aid dispenser determines through NOTE: Special care should be exercised who have obtained a medical evaluation inquiry, actual observation, or review of in selecting and fitting a hearing aid whose maximum sound pressure level from a licensed physician.
Service Plans – Protect your hearing investment Protection Plan – One year of worry-free hearing aid repairs or replacements! call for pricing • Act Now! - The optional Protection Plan is available for purchase for up to 90 days from the shipment date of your hearing aid(s). Get PROTECTED - Water, droppage, step on it - You name it! We will fix or •...
(pg. 13). If your hearing aid requires service, send it to: Hearing Help Express • 1714 Sycamore Rd • PO Box 586 • DeKalb, IL 60115-0586 1. Call 1-800-221-2099 for authorization 3. Pack your hearing aid securely in a sturdy before returning your aid for repair.
All prices subject to change. ZipTips – $10.00 each Size Small ZipTip VL (large vent) is sent attached to the slim-tubing. Size Small ZipTip VS (small vent) is sent as extra. Left Ear ZipTip – $10.00 ea Right Ear ZipTip – $10.00 ea Small VS (small vent) #86201 Small VS (small vent)
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Apollo Slim-Tube and ZipTip Cleaning Tool Easily remove debris and wax from the slim-tube and ZipTip. (Slim-tubing and ZipTip not included) Cleaning tool for Slim-Tubing #89130 Call to order. NANO CLEAN – NanoClean Advanced Technology features a stiff threader and a soft, spongy, nylon brush that safely and effectively sweeps away debris and absorbs moisture from hearing aid tubing.
Apollo hearing aid original condition. Ship insured mail. to Hearing Help Express for this warranty to apply. Ship insured mail. 1714 Sycamore Rd • PO Box 586 • DeKalb, IL 60115-0586...
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