Electrostatic Discharge - Cochlear Baha 5 SuperPower User Manual

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CT scanners and diathermy systems
Potential disruption might occur due to
electromagnetic emissions, if you are to undergo
a CT scan (computed tomography) or have surgery
where diathermy is used. If this occurs, you should
turn off the sound processor.
Theft and metal detection systems and
Radio Frequency ID (RFID) systems:
Devices such as airport metal detectors,
commercial theft detection systems, and RFID
scanners may produce strong electromagnetic
fields. Some Baha users may experience a
distorted sound sensation when passing through
or near one of these devices. If this occurs, you
should turn off the sound processor when in the
vicinity of one of these devices. The materials
used in the sound processor may activate metal
detection systems. For this reason, you should
carry the Security Control MRI Information Card
with you at all times.

Electrostatic discharge

A discharge of static electricity can damage the
electrical components of the sound processor
or corrupt the program in the sound processor.
If static electricity is present (e.g. when putting
on or removing clothes over the head or getting
out of a vehicle), you should touch something
conductive (e.g. a metal door handle) before your
sound processor contacts any object or person.
Prior to engaging in activities that create extreme
electrostatic discharge, such as playing on plastic
slides, the sound processor should be removed.
If disruptions keep occurring, please contact your
clinician to resolve the issue.
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