• See the Cautions and Warnings sections for safety advice relating to the use of the chargers, accessories and components. • Please also refer to your Important Information document for essential advice that applies to Cochlear implant systems. COCHLEAR CHARGERS USER GUIDE...
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Important information or advice. Time-saving hint. CAUTION (no harm) Special care to be taken to ensure safety and effectiveness. Could cause damage to equipment. WARNING (harmful) Potential safety hazards and serious adverse reactions. Could cause harm to person. COCHLEAR CHARGERS USER GUIDE...
Your processor has an internal battery that needs regular charging. To recharge your processor’s internal battery you can: • place it in the Home Charger (see page 5) or • attach it to the Portable Charger (see page 8). Please charge your sound processor as soon as you receive it.
• Home Charger unit • Power adapter • USB cable to connect the power adapter to the charger. NOTE For optimum performance, we recommend you connect the Home Charger to a power outlet with the power adapter provided. COCHLEAR CHARGERS USER GUIDE...
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To use the Home Charger to charge your processor: 1. Plug the USB cable connector into the power adapter. 2. Plug the other end of the cable into the power connector on the back of the Home Charger. 3. Plug the power adapter into a power outlet and switch the power on.
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6. When fully charged, the processor light displays steady green. Open the lid and remove the processor. INDICATOR LIGHTS WHAT IT MEANS Problem with power or temperature. Orange flashes Charger is faulty. Contact your clinician to arrange a replacement charger. Steady orange COCHLEAR CHARGERS USER GUIDE...
It can be connected to the back of the Home Charger for charging overnight. When fully charged, the Portable Charger provides one full charge to your processor. To fully charge a depleted sound processor takes approximately 3–4 hours. Optional accessory COCHLEAR CHARGERS USER GUIDE...
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CAUTION To optimise battery life: • Fully charge the Portable Charger immediately, even if you don’t plan to use it. • Every 6 months, fully charge the Portable Charger. COCHLEAR CHARGERS USER GUIDE...
Portable Charger. Green lights display to indicate the available charge. LIGHTS DISPLAYED WHAT IT MEANS 1 light – ¼ full 2 lights – ½ full 3 lights – ¾ full 4 lights – fully charged Green lights COCHLEAR CHARGERS USER GUIDE...
Portable Charger. 2. Plug the larger USB-A cable connector into a power source. Options include: • Home Charger DC 5V OUT socket • Home Charger power adapter • Laptop USB port USB ports must be high power USB 2.0 or higher. If you use a USB hub to connect more than one USB device to a port, we recommend you use a powered hub.
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Number of lights = amount of charge. Light display stops 30 seconds after charger is connected to power. Green flashes Problem with power or temperature. Orange flashes Charger is faulty. Contact your clinician to arrange a replacement Steady orange charger. COCHLEAR CHARGERS USER GUIDE...
3. Connect the other end of the cable to your processor. As it begins to charge, the processor light pulses green. Continued on next page . . . COCHLEAR CHARGERS USER GUIDE...
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Use the hole on the clip to connect a lanyard. 5. Place the processor on your head. 6. When fully charged, the processor light displays steady green. Disconnect the cable by lifting the connector upwards. COCHLEAR CHARGERS USER GUIDE...
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7. Store the charger and cable carefully to avoid damage. If removing the cable, hold the connector on either side and pull. NOTES Two cable lengths are available for the Portable Charger: 30 cm and 50 cm. COCHLEAR CHARGERS USER GUIDE...
Check your chargers for dirt and moisture. Wipe the chargers with a soft dry cloth. Store you chargers, power adapter and cables in a safe place to avoid damage. Every six months Charge the Portable Charger to optimise battery life. COCHLEAR CHARGERS USER GUIDE...
• If using a USB hub: – Check you are using a powered hub. The type of hub could be incorrect. – Remove some devices. The hub may have too many devices connected. COCHLEAR CHARGERS USER GUIDE...
• Your chargers and other parts of the system contain complex electronic parts. These parts are durable but must be treated with care. • No modification of this equipment is allowed. Warranty will be void if modified. COCHLEAR CHARGERS USER GUIDE...
Specifications Home Charger specifications The Home Charger is the primary charging unit and includes capability to dry your processor. The Home Charger comprises: • Wireless charging coil, internal fan and custom electronics • Power input and error light indicators • Built-in temperature sensor •...
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4.75 V to 5.25 V DC Output current 200 mA Power consumption 3.5 W COMPATIBLE PRODUCTS The Home Charger can be used to charge the: • Kanso 2 Sound Processor (model number: CP1150) • Cochlear CP1150S Surgical Processor. COCHLEAR CHARGERS USER GUIDE...
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Portable Charger specifications The Cochlear Portable Charger’s internal battery provides charge to the sound processor battery via the charger cable. The Portable Charger comprises: • Custom electronics with internal battery • Battery charge level check button and light indicators • Built-in temperature sensor •...
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-10° C (14° F) +55° C (131° F) Storage and transport humidity 0% RH 90% RH Operating temperatures +5° C (41° F) +40° C (104° F) Operating relative humidity 0% RH 90% RH Operating pressure 700 hPa 1060 hPa COCHLEAR CHARGERS USER GUIDE...
Electromagnetic compatiblity (EMC) Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic emissions The Cochlear Home Charger or Cochlear Portable Charger are intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the chargers should assure they are used in such an environment.
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Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic immunity The Cochlear Home Charger and Cochlear Portable Charger are intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the chargers should assure they are used in such an environment.
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ELECTROMAGNETIC ENVIRONMENT – GUIDANCE Portable and mobile RF communications equipment should be used no closer to any part of the Cochlear Home Charger and Cochlear Portable Charger, including cables, than the recommended separation distance calculated from the equation applicable to the frequency of the transmitter.
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Portable RF communications equipment (including peripherals such as antenna cables and external antennas) should be used no closer than 30 cm (12 in.) to any part of your Cochlear Home Charger or Cochlear Portable Charger, including cables specified by the manufacturer. Otherwise, degradation of the performance of this equipment could result.
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Equipment classification Your chargers are internally powered equipment Type B applied part as described in the international standard IEC 60601-1:2005/A1:2012, Medical Electrical Equipment – Part 1: General Requirements for Basic Safety and Essential Performance. COCHLEAR CHARGERS USER GUIDE...
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Serial number Batch code Date of manufacture Temperature limits CE registration mark Ingress Protection Rating • Protected against solid objects over 12.5 mm e.g. fingers IP21 or similar objects • Protected against dripping water (vertically falling drops) COCHLEAR CHARGERS USER GUIDE...
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By prescription Recyclable material Dispose of electrical components in accordance with your local regulations Medical device CP1150 Kanso 2 Sound Processor (model number CP1150) CP1150S Cochlear CP1150S Surgical Processor COCHLEAR CHARGERS USER GUIDE...
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