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  • Page 1 Instructions for use miniRITE Alta2 Nera2 Ria2...
  • Page 3 Model overview This booklet is valid for Oticon miniRITE in the following hearing aid families and models: Alta2 Pro Nera2 Pro Ria2 Pro    Alta2 Nera2 Ria2    The following speakers are available for the above models: Speaker 60 ...
  • Page 4 Introduction to this booklet This booklet guides you in how to use and maintain your new hearing aid. Please read the booklet carefully including the Warning section. This will help you to achieve the full benefit of your new hearing aid. Your hearing care professional has adjusted the hearing aid to meet your needs.
  • Page 5 Intended use The hearing aid is intended to amplify and transmit sound to the ear and thereby compensate for impaired hearing within mild to severe- to-profound hearing loss. The hearing aid is intended for use by adults and children older than 36 months. IMPORTANT NOTICE The hearing aid amplification is uniquely adjusted and optimised to your personal hearing capabilities during the hearing aid fitting performed by...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Table of content About Identify your hearing aid speaker and earpiece Your hearing aid Identify left and right hearing aid Battery Start up Turn the hearing aid ON and OFF When to replace a battery Replace the battery Handling Caring for your hearing aid MultiTool for handling batteries and cleaning Put on the hearing aid Standard earpieces: dome or Grip Tip...
  • Page 7 Customised earpieces: Micro mould, LiteTip, or Power flex mould Clean customised earpiece Replace ProWax filter in customised earpieces Options Optional features and accessories Mute the hearing aid Change programs Change volume Tamper-resistant battery drawer Wireless accessories Other options Warnings Warnings More info Troubleshooting guide Water resistant...

  • Page 8: Identify Your Hearing Aid Speaker And Earpiece

    Identify your hearing aid speaker and earpiece This will make it easier for you to Speakers navigate through this booklet. The hearing aid uses one of the following speakers: Ear grip (optional) Speaker (60 shown) About Start up Handling Options Warnings More info...
  • Page 9 Earpieces Power flex mould speakers The speaker uses one of the following earpieces: Dome* (open dome shown) Grip Tip* Micro mould or LiteTip * Please see details for replacing the dome or Grip Tip in section: Replace dome or GripTip...

  • Page 10: Your Hearing Aid

    Your hearing aid What it is Microphone openings Speaker Push button (60 shown) Battery drawer About Start up Handling Options Warnings More info...
  • Page 11 What it does Sound in Sound out Change programs, volume and mute the hearing aid Contains the battery. Battery drawer is also the on/off switch...

  • Page 12: Identify Left And Right Hearing Aid

    Identify left and right hearing aid It is important to distinguish between the left and the right hearing aid, as they might be programmed differently. You can find left/right colour indicators in the battery drawer and on 60 and 85 speakers as shown. Indicators can also be found on 100 speakers and on some earpieces.

  • Page 13: Battery

    Battery Your hearing aid is a miniature electronic device that runs on special batteries. To activate the hearing aid, you must insert a new battery in the battery drawer. See how in the “Replace the battery” section. Your hearing aid battery size is 312 Battery drawer Pull out to open...

  • Page 14: Turn The Hearing Aid On And Off

    Turn the hearing aid ON and OFF The battery drawer is also used to switch the hearing aid on and off. To preserve the battery, make sure your hearing aid is switched off when you are not wearing it. Turn ON Turn OFF Close the Open the...

  • Page 15: When To Replace A Battery

    When to replace a battery When it is time to replace the battery you will hear two beeps repeated in moderate intervals until the battery runs out. Two beeps Four beeps = The battery is running low = The battery has run out Battery maintenance tip To make sure the hearing aid is always working, bring spare batteries with you, or replace the battery before you leave home.

  • Page 16: Replace The Battery

    Replace the battery 1. Remove 2. Uncover 3. Insert Fully open the Remove the sticky Insert the new battery battery drawer. label from the + side into the battery Remove the battery. of the new battery. drawer. Make sure the + side faces up.
  • Page 17 4. Close MultiTool Close the battery drawer. The The MultiTool can be used for hearing aid will play a jingle battery change. Use the magnetic through the earpiece. end to remove and insert batteries. Hold the earpiece close to your ear to hear the jingle.

  • Page 18: Caring For Your Hearing Aid

    Caring for your hearing aid When handling your hearing aid, hold it over a soft surface to avoid damage if you drop it. Clean the Microphone openings Microphone Carefully brush away debris from openings the openings. Gently brush the surface. Make sure the brush is clean and that it is not pressed into the openings.

  • Page 19: Multitool For Handling Batteries And Cleaning

    MultiTool for handling batteries and cleaning The MultiTool contains a magnet which makes it easier to replace the battery in the hearing aid. It also contains a brush and a wire loop for cleaning and removing ear wax. If you need a new MultiTool please contact your hearing care professional.

  • Page 20: Put On The Hearing Aid

    Put on the hearing aid The speaker brings the sound into your ear. The speaker should always be used with an earpiece Ear grip attached. Use only parts (optional) designed for your hearing aid. If the speaker has an ear grip, place it in the ear so it follows the contour of the ear (see step 3).
  • Page 21 Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Place the hearing aid Hold the bend of Gently push the behind your ear. the speaker wire earpiece into your ear between your thumb canal until the speaker and index finger. wire sits close against The earpiece should the side of your head.

  • Page 22: Standard Earpieces: Dome Or Grip Tip

    Standard earpieces: dome or Grip Tip Both domes and Grip Tip are made of soft rubber material. There are 4 different types of domes. Check your dome type and size below. Open Bass dome, dome Single vent Power Bass dome, dome Double vent 5 mm*...

  • Page 23: Replace Dome Or Grip Tip

    Replace dome or Grip Tip The earpiece (dome or Grip Tip) should not be cleaned. If the ear- piece is filled with wax, replace it with a new one. Grip Tip should be replaced at least once a month. Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Hold on to the...

  • Page 24: Prowax Minifit Filter

    ProWax miniFit filter The speaker has a white wax filter attached to the end where the earpiece is attached. The wax filter avoid wax and debris from damaging the speaker. If the filter becomes clogged, please replace the wax filter or contact your hearing care professional. Remove the earpiece from the speaker before replacing the wax filter.

  • Page 25: Replace Prowax Minifit Filter

    Replace ProWax miniFit filter 1. Tool 2. Remove 3. Insert filter Final filter Remove the tool from Push the empty pin Insert the new wax the shell. The tool into the wax filter in filter using the other has two pins, one the speaker and pull pin, remove the tool empty for removal...

  • Page 26: Customised Earpieces: Micro Mould, Litetip, Or Power Flex Mould

    Customised earpieces: Micro mould, LiteTip, or Power flex mould There are three different types of moulds: Micro mould, LiteTip, and Power flex mould. Micro mould and LiteTip are available in two different materials. The earpieces are customised for your ear. Micro mould LiteTip Power flex...

  • Page 27: Clean Customised Earpiece

    Clean customised earpiece Clean the vent by pressing the brush The earpiece should be cleaned through the hole, twisting it slightly. regularly. The earpiece has a white wax filter that must be replaced when clogged, or if the hearing aid does not sound normal. Vent Wax filter...

  • Page 28: Replace Prowax Filter In Customised Earpieces

    Replace ProWax filter in customised earpieces 1. Tool 2. Remove 3. Insert filter filter Old filter Remove the tool from Push the empty pin Insert the new wax the shell. The tool into the wax filter in filter using the other has two pins, one the earpiece and pull pin, remove the tool...
  • Page 29 IMPORTANT NOTICE Always use the same type of wax filter as was originally supplied with the hearing aid. If you are in any doubt about the use or replacement of wax filters, contact your hearing care professional.

  • Page 30: Optional Features And Accessories

    Optional features and accessories The features and accessories described on the following pages are optional. Please contact your hearing care professional to find out how your hearing aid is programmed. If you experience difficult listening situations, a special program may be helpful.

  • Page 31: Mute The Hearing Aid

    Mute the hearing aid Use the mute function if you need to silence the hearing aid while wearing it. Apply a very long press to the button to mute the hearing aid. To reactivate the hearing aid, push the button briefly. IMPORTANT NOTICE Do not use the mute function as an off switch, as the hearing aid still draws current from the battery in this mode.

  • Page 32: Change Programs

    Change programs Your hearing aid can have up to 4 different programs. These are programmed by your hearing care professional. Press the button to change program Note that if you have two hearing aids, the RIGHT hearing aid switches forward from e.g.
  • Page 33 To be filled out by the hearing care professional Program Sound you will hear When to use when activated “1 beep” “2 beeps” “3 beeps” “4 beeps” Program change: LEFT RIGHT Short press Long press...

  • Page 34: Change Volume

    Change volume When you have two hearing aids, the push button allows you to adjust the volume in both ears. You will hear a click when you turn the volume up or down. MAXIMUM STARTING LEVEL You will hear A short press on the 2 beeps at RIGHT hearing aid the starting...
  • Page 35 Quick reset If you wish to return to the standard settings of the hearing aid programmed by your hearing care professional, simply open and then close the battery drawer. Open Close...

  • Page 36: Tamper-Resistant Battery Drawer

    Tamper-resistant battery drawer To keep the battery out of reach of infants, small children and people with learning difficulties, a tamper-resistant battery drawer should be used. Use a small screwdriver to open the drawer. IMPORTANT NOTICE Avoid using excessive force to open the battery drawer. Do not force the battery drawer beyond its fully opened position.
  • Page 37 Open and close the battery drawer Insert the screwdriver into the slit on the back of the hearing aid. Close the drawer using your fingers. Make sure the drawer is completely closed.

  • Page 38: Wireless Accessories

    TVs, volume or mute your hearing aid. phones, music players, PCs or an external microphone wirelessly For more information, please through your hearing aid. contact your hearing care professional or visit: www.oticon.com.au About Start up Handling Options Warnings More info...

  • Page 39: Other Options

    Other options Autophone can automatically activate a phone program in the hearing aid, if your telephone has a dedicated magnet. The magnet needs to be placed at your telephone next to the sound outlet. For more information, please contact your hearing care professional.

  • Page 40: Warnings

    Warnings You should familiarise yourself fully Usage of hearing aids with the following general warnings Hearing aids should be used only as before using your hearing aid for your directed and adjusted by your hearing personal safety and to ensure correct care professional.
  • Page 41 Battery use Batteries have occasionally been mistaken for pills. Therefore, check your Always use batteries recommended by medicine carefully before swallowing your hearing care professional. Batter- any pills. ies of low quality may leak and cause bodily harm. Most hearing aids can be supplied with a tamper-resistant battery drawer upon Never attempt to recharge your batter- request.
  • Page 42 Warnings Active implants X-ray/CT/MR/ PET scanning and Caution must be taken with active im- electrotherapy plants. In general, follow the guidelines Remove your hearing aid before X-ray/ recommended by manufacturers of CT/MR/PET scanning, electrotherapy, implantable defibrillators and pacemak- surgery etc. as your hearing aid may ers regarding use with mobile phones be damaged when exposed to strong and magnets.
  • Page 43 Power instrument Interference Special care should be exercised in The hearing aid has been thoroughly selecting, fitting and using a hearing tested for interference, according to the aid where maximum sound pressure most stringent international stand- capability exceeds 132 dB SPL (IEC 711), ards.
  • Page 44 WARNING New and used button/coin batteries are hazardous and should be kept away from children. Button/coin batteries can cause severe or fatal injuries in 2 hours or less if swallowed or placed inside any part of the body. Seek medical attention immediately if this is suspected.

  • Page 46: Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshooting guide Symptom Possible causes Dead battery No sound Clogged speaker or earpieces (dome, GripTip, Micro mould or LiteTip) Clogged sound outlet Intermittent or Moisture reduced sound Dead battery Hearing aid earpiece inserted incorrectly Squealing noise Ear wax accumulated in ear canal If none of the above solutions work, consult your hearing care professional for assistance.
  • Page 47 Solutions Replace the battery Clean Micro mould or LiteTip Consider replacing wax filter, Grip Tip or dome Clean Micro mould, LiteTip or replace wax filter, Grip Tip or dome Wipe battery with a dry cloth Replace the battery Re-insert hearing aid Have ear canal examined by your doctor...

  • Page 48: Water Resistant

    Water resistant Your hearing aid is water resistant 1. Gently wipe off any water which means it is designed to be worn 2. Open the battery drawer and in all daily life situations. Therefore remove the battery and gently wipe you do not have to worry about sweat or getting wet in a rain shower.

  • Page 49: Conditions Of Use

    Conditions of use Operating conditions Temperature: +1°C to +40°C Relative humidity: 5% to 93%, non-condensing Storage and transport Temperature and humidity should not exceed conditions the following limits for extended periods during transportation and storage: Temperature: -25°C to +60°C Relative humidity: 5% to 93%, non-condensing...

  • Page 50: Technical Information

    Technical information The hearing aid contains a radio USA and Canada transmitter using short range magnetic The hearing aid contains a radio induction technology working at module with the following 3.84 MHz. The magnetic field strength certification ID numbers: of the transmitter is < -42 dBμA/m at a 10 meter distance.
  • Page 51 Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 52 This Class B digital apparatus by turning the equipment off and on, complies with Canadian ICES-003. the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the Note: This equipment has been following measures: tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, •...
  • Page 53 The manufacturer declares that this Declaration of Conformity is available hearing aid is in compliance with the from the manufacturer. essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive Manufactured by: 2014/53/EU. Denmark Waste from electronic equipment must be handled according to local regulations.
  • Page 54 Australian Sponsor Audmet Australia Pty Ltd Suite 4, Level 4, Building B 11 Talavera Road North Ryde NSW 2113 About Start up Handling Options Warnings More info...
  • Page 55 Description of symbols used in this booklet Warnings Text marked with a warning symbol must be read before using the device. Manufacturer The device is produced by the manufacturer whose name and address are stated next to the symbol. Indicates the medical device manufacturer, as defined in EU Directives 90/385/EEC, 93/42/EEC and 98/79/EC.
  • Page 56 Description of symbols used on the regulatory packaging label Keep dry Indicates a medical device that needs to be protected from moisture. Caution symbol Consult instructions for use for warnings and cautions. Catalogue number Indicates the manufacturer’s catalogue number so that the medical device can be identified.
  • Page 58 International warranty Your device is covered by an manufacturer will choose, at its sole international limited warranty discretion, whether to repair the issued by the manufacturer for a device, or replace it with an equivalent period of 12 months from the date of model.
  • Page 59 If you need service Take your device to your hearing care professional, who may be able to sort out minor problems and make adjustments immediately. Your hearing care professional can assist you to obtain warranty service from the manufacturer. Your hearing care professional may charge a fee for their services.
  • Page 60 The rights given under this warranty Australian customers should contact are in addition to other rights and Oticon Australia at Suite 4, Level 4, remedies under a law in relation to the Building B, 11 Talavera Road, good or services to which the warranty North Ryde NSW 2113, telephone relates to.

  • Page 61: Warranty

    Warranty Certificate Name of owner: _____________________________________________________ Hearing care professional: _____________________________________________ Hearing care professional’s address: _____________________________________ Hearing care professional’s phone: ______________________________________ Purchase date: ______________________________________________________ Model left: _____________________ Serial no.: ___________________________ Model right: ____________________ Serial no.: ___________________________...
  • Page 62 Power instrument Settings overview for your hearing aid 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 About Start up Handling Options Warnings More info...
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