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For mild to moderate–to–severe impaired hearing
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  • Page 1 InSTrUcTIonS FOR USE InSTrUcTIonS FOR USE FOR USE minirITe minirITe...
  • Page 2 Thank you Indications for Use Thank you for choosing our product as your means to better hearing. To support your The hearing instrument is intended to amplify and transmit sound to the ear and thereby efforts, we have put great care and attention into making sure that your new hearing compensate for mild to moderate–to–severe impaired hearing.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Volume control (optional) caUTIon Mute (optional) The miniRITE Power is a powerful hearing instrument. If you are fitted with miniRITE Tamper-resistant battery door (optional) Power, you should never allow others to wear your hearing instrument, as incorrect or Autophone (optional) wrongful usage could cause permanent damage to their hearing.

  • Page 4: Instrument View Minirite With Speaker Type "60" 7A

    Instrument view minirITe with speaker type “60” Caring for your hearing instrument Cleaning the instrument Maintenance with mould Your ear piece Microphone openings Maintenance with dome Avoiding heat and chemicals Micro mould Water resistance LiteTip (mould) Seven easy steps to better hearing...

  • Page 5: Instrument View Minirite With Speaker Type "85" 7B

    Instrument view minirITe with speaker type “85” Your ear piece Microphone openings Micro mould LiteTip (mould) Domes: Speaker Push-button Type Size Open 6 mm Power 8 mm Bass, single vent 10 mm Left/Right indicator* Bass, double vent 12 mm ImporTanT noTIce...

  • Page 6: Instrument View Minirite With Speaker Type "100" 7C

    Instrument view minirITe with speaker type ”100” power Your ear piece Microphone openings Domes: Type Size Power 6 mm Bass, single vent 8 mm Push-button Speaker Bass, double vent 10 mm 12 mm ImporTanT noTIce Battery door Open the battery door fully to allow air to circulate whenever you are not using your...

  • Page 7: Instrument View Minirite With Mould 7D

    Instrument view minirITe with mould power Microphone openings Customised mould Push-button Sound outlet with wax filter ImporTanT noTIce Ventilation openings Battery door Open the battery door fully to allow air to circulate whenever you are not using your hearing instrument, particularly overnight.

  • Page 8: Warnings

    Warnings You should familiarise yourself fully with the following general warnings and the entire content of this booklet before using your hearing instrument. Usage of hearing instruments • Hearing instruments should be used only as directed and adjusted by your Hearing Care Professional.
  • Page 9 Warnings Warnings • Batteries have occasionally been mistaken for pills. Therefore check your medicine Dysfunction in hearing instruments carefully before swallowing any pills. • Hearing instruments may stop functioning, for instance if the batteries have expired or • Never put your hearing instrument or batteries in your mouth for any reason, as they if the speaker is blocked by moisture or ear wax.
  • Page 10 Warnings Warnings Explosives Power instrument • The power source in your hearing instrument has insufficient energy to cause fire in • Special care should be exercised in selecting, fitting and using a hearing instrument normal conditions of use. The hearing instrument has not been tested for compliance where maximum sound pressure capability exceeds 132 dB SPL (IEC 711), as there may with international standards concerning explosive atmospheres.

  • Page 11: Activating The Hearing Instrument For The First Time

    Warnings activating the hearing instrument for the first time Interference A hearing instrument is a miniature electronic device that runs on special batteries. To activate the hearing instrument, you must insert a fresh battery in the battery • Your hearing instrument has been thoroughly tested for interference, according to compartment.

  • Page 12: Replacing The Battery

    replacing the battery To replace the battery, follow these instructions: Your hearing instrument battery size is 312. • Open the battery door completely by pushing the raised edge at the bottom of the instrument. Remove the old battery. The magnet at the end of the MultiTool may be A worn out battery should be removed immediately and useful in helping you with the handling of the batteries.

  • Page 13: Turning Your Instrument On And Off

    Turning your instrument on and oFF Turn ON your hearing instrument by closing the battery door completely with the battery in place. When the battery door is closed the instrument will start up by playing a jingle. This indicates that the battery is working and the instrument is operating. Turn OFF your hearing instrument by opening the battery door slightly until a click is felt.

  • Page 14: Left/Right Indicator

    Left/right indicator putting on your instrument Hearing instruments are fitted to the uniqueness of each ear, which means if you have Place the speaker, with the ear piece attached, into your ear two instruments then your left hearing instrument is programmed differently from your first (1) and then place the instrument behind your ear (2).

  • Page 15: Push-Button

    push-button The push-button on your hearing instrument can be programmed to one of three functionalities. If you have one instrument, the push-button can be used for switching between different Left Right programs. Only program shift: Press shortly to change program. If you have two instruments, the push-button can be used for both adjusting the volume and switching between programs.

  • Page 16: Programs (Optional)

    programs (optional) Press the push-button to switch forwards in the program cycle, e.g. from P1-P2. If you have two instruments, then: Your hearing instrument can have up to 4 different programs. The RIGHT hearing instrument switches the program cycle forward, e.g. P1-P2. The LEFT hearing instrument switches the program cycle backwards e.g.

  • Page 17: Volume Control (Optional)

    Volume control (optional) mute (optional) Only when using two instruments can a volume control be activated. The volume control Use the mute function if you need to silence the instrument while you have the allows you to adjust the volume in specific listening situations to the level you feel instrument on.

  • Page 18: Tamper-Resistant Battery Door (Optional)

    Tamper-resistant battery door (optional) A special battery door may be installed with your hearing instrument which protects against unintended operation of the battery door and battery. This is strongly recommended for infants, small children and people with learning difficulties. The battery door is designed only to be opened by using a tool. Use a small screwdriver to open the door by inserting it into the indent on the door side and then tip it.

  • Page 19: Autophone (Optional)

    autophone (optional) The hearing instrument may have an autophone functionality. When the hearing instrument is close to a telephone receiver, the autophone will activate a phone program. When the phone program is activated you will hear a number of beeps. When you end your telephone conversation, the hearing instrument will automatically return to the previous program.
  • Page 20 caring for your hearing instrument Your ear canal produces ear wax (cerumen) which may clog up the ear piece and sound outlet. Therefore your hearing instrument contains a filter to prevent wax accumulation. Consult your Hearing Care Professional for instructions about the specific wax filter in your hearing instrument and how it can be replaced.
  • Page 21 cleaning the instrument Cleaning the microphone openings A range of dedicated cleaning tools is prepared for the special purpose of cleaning the Make sure that the microphone openings are not clogged by dust or dirt. Carefully brush instrument. These should be used to ensure the best care and performance of your away visible signs of debris from the openings.
  • Page 22 maintenance with mould Replacing the wax filter Cleaning the mould The wax filter should be replaced: The mould should be cleaned regularly. • When you can see that the filter placed in the mould is clogged. • When the hearing instrument does not sound normal. The vent in the mould is cleaned by pressing the brush through the hole while twisting it slightly.
  • Page 23 maintenance with dome Replacing the dome The speaker should be cleaned regularly. Use the cloth and rub off any ear wax. The dome is easy to replace. The dome should not be cleaned. When you require a fresh, clean dome, remove the Use a finger nail and hold the bottom of the dome.
  • Page 24 avoiding heat and chemicals Your hearing instrument must never be exposed to extreme heat e.g. left inside a parked car in the sun. It must not be dried in microwave ovens or other ovens. Wipe the batteries carefully with a dry cloth if moisture is present to ensure optimal performance.
  • Page 25 Water resistance Your new Oticon hearing instrument is water resistant Although your hearing instrument has achieved an IP57* classification, it is referred to as being water resistant, not waterproof. Should your hearing instrument get in contact with water and stop working, please follow these guidelines: • Gently wipe off any water on the outside of the instrument...
  • Page 26 If you find it difficult to listen to TV or radio, ask your Hearing Care Professional for more Hearing Care Professional. information regarding the Oticon ConnectLine system and other available accessories. If using the hearing instrument makes you tired, take it off for a little while and have a 4.
  • Page 27 If you find it difficult to use the telephone, ask your Hearing Care Professional for more the receiver in this position, remember to speak directly into information regarding the Oticon ConnectLine system and other available accessories. the mouthpiece on the telephone in order to ensure good understanding on the other “end of the line”.
  • Page 28 common problems and their solutions Symptom Possible causes Solutions No sound Worn-out battery Replace the battery pg. 16 & 17 Clogged sound outlet Clean mould pg. 36 Consider replacing wax filter or dome pg. 37 & 39 Intermittent or Clogged sound outlet Clean mould or replace wax filter or dome pg.
  • Page 29 For detailed information on the ConnectLine system ask your Hearing Care Professional or by an unauthorized party, exposure to corrosive conditions, physical changes in your ear, visit www.oticon.com damage due to foreign objects entering the device, or incorrect adjustments are NOT covered by the limited warranty and may void it.
  • Page 30 Warranty certificate mobile phone Some hearing instrument users have reported a buzzing sound in their hearing Name of Owner: instrument when they are using mobile phones, indicating that the mobile phone and hearing instrument may not be compatible. Dispenser: According to the ANSI C63.19 standard (ANSI C63.19–2007 American National Standard Dispenser Address: Methods of Measurement of Compatibility Between Wireless Communications Devices and Hearing Aids), the compatibility of a particular hearing aid and mobile phone can...
  • Page 31 Technical information The hearing instrument contains a radio transmitter using short range magnetic induction technology working at 3.84 MHz. The magnetic field strength of the transmitter is < -42 dBμA/m @ 10m. The emission power from the radio system is well below international emission limits for Human Exposure.
  • Page 32 The hearing instrument contains a module with: Oticon declares that this hearing instrument is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. FCC ID: U28FU2MRIT Declaration of conformity is available at: IC: 1350B-FU2MRIT The device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
  • Page 33 Settings overview for your hearing instrument Hearing instrument Hearing program description Program Left Right Volume control Program shift Mute Volume control indicators Beeps at min./max. volume Clicks when changing volume Beeps at preferred volume Battery indicators Low battery warning...
  • Page 35 people First People First is our promise to empower people to communicate freely, interact naturally and participate actively 0000137795000001...

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