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  • Page 1 Phonak Audéo™ L-R/RT User Guide Phonak Audéo L-R Phonak Audéo L-RT Phonak Audéo L-R Trial Phonak Audéo L-RT Trial Phonak Charger Ease...
  • Page 2 This user guide is valid for: Wireless hearing aids Charging accessories Phonak Audéo L90-R Phonak Charger Ease Phonak Audéo L70-R Phonak Audéo L50-R Phonak Audéo L30-R Phonak Audéo L20-R Phonak Audéo L90-RT Phonak Audéo L70-RT Phonak Audéo L50-RT Phonak Audéo L30-RT Phonak Audéo L-R Trial Phonak Audéo L-RT Trial Note that instructions for the activity...
  • Page 3 Your hearing aid and charger details If no box is checked and you do not know the model of your hearing aid or charging accessories, please ask your hearing care professional. The hearing aids described in this user guide contain a built-in and non-removable rechargeable lithium-ion battery.
  • Page 4 Your hearing aids and chargers have been developed by Phonak – a world leader in hearing solutions based in Zurich, Switzerland. These premium products are the result of decades of research and expertise and are designed with your well-being in mind. We thank you for making such a great choice and wish you many years of listening pleasure.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Your hearing aid and charger 1. Quick guide 2. Parts of the hearing aid and charger Using the charger 3. Preparing the charger 4. Charging the hearing aids Using the hearing aid 5. Left and right hearing aid markings 6.
  • Page 6 Further information 18. Listening in public places (Optional) 19. Operating, transport and storage conditions 20. Care and maintenance 21. Exchanging the earwax protection 22. Service and warranty 23. Compliance information 24. Information and description of symbols 25. Troubleshooting 26. Important safety information 27.

  • Page 7: Quick Guide

    1. Quick guide Charging your hearing aids Before using your hearing aid for the first time, it is recommended to charge it for 3 hours. After placing your hearing aid in the charger, the indicator light on the hearing aid will show the charging state of the battery until it is fully charged.
  • Page 8 Multi-function button with indicator light The button has several functions, the primary function is as an on/off switch. Together with your hearing care professional, you can decide if it also allows for volume control and/or program change. This is indicated in your individual instructions.

  • Page 9: Parts Of The Hearing Aid And Charger

    2. Parts of the hearing aid and charger The following pictures show the hearing aid model and charger accessories described in this user guide. You can identify your personal models by: • checking “Your hearing aid and charger details” on page 3.
  • Page 10 Phonak Charger Ease Charger Case lid Cavity for earpieces Hearing aid charging slots with left/right indicators...
  • Page 11 USB-C connection to external power supply External power supply Power supply* USB cable (< 3 m) * The power plug is not provided with this product.

  • Page 12: Preparing The Charger

    3. Preparing the charger Connecting the power supply a) Plug the larger end of the charging cable into the power supply. b) Plug the smaller end into the USB port on the charger. c) Plug the power supply into a power outlet. The Phonak Charger Ease d) The indicator light may be used with an...

  • Page 13: Charging The Hearing Aids

    4. Charging the hearing aids Low power: You will hear two beeps when the hearing aid battery is low. You will have approximately 60 minutes before you have to charge the hearing aids, after this time the hearing aid automatically shuts down (this can vary, depending on the hearing aid settings).
  • Page 14 4.1 Using the Phonak Charger Ease Please refer to chapter 3 for how to set up the charger. Insert the hearing aid into the charging slots and the earpieces in the large cavity. Make sure the left and right hearing aid markings match the left (blue), right (red) indicators next to the charging slots.
  • Page 15 The indicator light on the hearing aid will show the charging state of the battery until the hearing aid is fully charged. When fully charged the indicator light will remain on, i.e. solid green light. The charging process will automatically stop when the batteries are fully charged, so the hearing aids can be safely left in the charger.
  • Page 16 Remove the hearing aids from the charging slots by simply lifting them out of the charger. The hearing aid can be set to switch on automatically when removed from the charger. The indicator light starts blinking. The solid green light indicates the hearing aid is ready for use.

  • Page 17: Left And Right Hearing Aid Markings

    5. Left and right hearing aid markings There is a red or blue marking on the back of the hearing aid and on the speaker. This will tell you if it is a left or a right hearing aid. Blue marking Red marking for left hearing aid.

  • Page 18: Putting On The Hearing Aid

    6. Putting on the hearing aid Place the hearing aid behind your ear. Insert the earpiece into your ear canal. If there is an anchor attached to the earpiece, tuck it into the bowl of your ear to secure your hearing aid.

  • Page 19: Removing The Hearing Aid

    7. Removing the hearing aid Pull on the bend of the tube and remove the hearing aid from behind the ear.

  • Page 20: Multi-Function Button

    8. Multi-function button The button has several functions, the primary function is as an on/off switch. Together with your hearing care professional, you can decide if it also allows for volume control and/or program change. This is indicated in your individual “Hearing aid instructions”.

  • Page 21: On/Off

    9. On/Off Switch on hearing aid The hearing aid is configured to switch on automatically when removed from the charger. If this function is not configured, firmly press and hold the lower part of the button for 3 seconds until the indicator light blinks.

  • Page 22: Tap Control

    10. Tap Control Tap Control is only available for models L90 and L70. If paired with a Bluetooth® enabled device, multiple functions can be accessed using Tap Control e.g. accept/end phone call, pause/resume streaming, start/stop voice assistant. This is indicated in your individual “Hearing aid instructions”.

  • Page 23: Connectivity Overview

    11. Connectivity overview The illustration below shows the connectivity options available for your hearing aid. Bluetooth® enabled device, e.g. cell phone TV Connector connected to TV* Roger** * The TV Connector can be connected to any audio source such as a TV, PC or hi-fi system. ** Roger wireless microphones can be connected to your hearing aids as well.

  • Page 24: Initial Pairing

    12. Initial pairing 12.1 Initial pairing to a Bluetooth® enabled device It is only necessary to perform the pairing procedure once with each device featuring Bluetooth wireless technology. After the initial pairing, your hearing aids will connect automatically to the device. Initial pairing can take up to 2 minutes.
  • Page 25 Your device shows a list of Bluetooth® enabled devices. Select the hearing aid from the list to simultaneously pair both hearing aids. A beep confirms successful pairing. For more information about pairing instructions for Bluetooth wireless technology, specific to some of the most popular phone manufacturers, go to: https://www.phonak.com/com/en/support.html 12.2 Connecting to the device...

  • Page 26: Phone Calls

    13. Phone calls Your hearing aids connect directly with Bluetooth® enabled phones. When paired and connected to your phone, you will hear notifications, incoming call notification and the caller’s voice directly in your hearing aids.. Phone calls are “hands free”, this means your voice is picked up by the hearing aid’s microphones and transmitted back to the phone.
  • Page 27 13.1 Making a call Enter the phone number and press the dial button. You will hear the dialing tone through your hearing aids. Your voice is picked up by the hearing aid microphones and transmitted to the phone.
  • Page 28 13.2 Accepting a call When receiving a call, in-coming call notification will be heard in the hearing aids (e.g. ring tone or voice notification). The call can be accepted by taping the top of your ear twice (only available for models L90 and L70), a short press on the upper or lower part of the multi-function button on the hearing aid (less than 2 seconds) or directly on your phone.
  • Page 29 13.3 Ending a call A call can be ended by a long press on the upper or lower part of the multi-function button on the hearing aid (more than 2 seconds) or directly on your phone. For models 90 and 70, the phone call can also be ended by taping the top of your ear twice.
  • Page 30 13.4 Rejecting a call An incoming call can be rejected by a long press on the upper or lower part of the multi-function button on the hearing aid (more than 2 seconds) or directly on your phone. long press > 2 sec...

  • Page 31: Flight Mode

    14. Flight mode Your hearing aids operate between 2.4 GHz–2.48 GHz frequency range. When flying some operators require all devices to be switched into flight mode. Entering flight mode will not disable normal hearing aid functionality, only the Bluetooth connectivity functions. 14.1 Enter flight mode To disable the wireless function and enter flight mode in each hearing aid:...
  • Page 32 If the hearing aid is turned off, proceed to Step 2. If the hearing aid is on, turn it off by pressing and holding the lower part of the button for 3 seconds, until the indicator light turns solid red for 3 seconds, signifying that the hearing aid is switching off.
  • Page 33 14.2 Exit flight mode To enable the wireless function and exit flight mode in each hearing aid: Switch the hearing aid off and then on again - refer to chapter 9.

  • Page 34: Rebooting Your Hearing Aid

    15. Rebooting your hearing aid Use this technique if your hearing aid is in an error state. This will not remove or delete any program or settings. Press the lower part of the multi-function button for at least 15 seconds. It does not matter if the hearing aid is switched on or off before you start pressing the button.

  • Page 35: Myphonak App Overview

    16. myPhonak App overview Please find the Instruction for Use on www.phonak.com/myphonakapp. or scan the code Install myPhonak, app for users of iPhone devices Install myPhonak app for users of smartphones operating under Android OS iPhone® is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. IOS®...

  • Page 36: Roger™ Overview

    17. Roger™ overview Experience the hearing performance of Roger™ Roger™ is designed to improve hearing in situations with background noise or distance to the speaker. The microphone picks up the voice of the speaker and wirelessly transmits it directly to Roger receivers* in your hearing aids**.

  • Page 37: Listening In Public Places (Optional)

    18. Listening in public places (Optional) Your hearing aids may have a telecoil option that can help you hear in various public places such as church, concert hall, train station and government buildings. When you see this symbol, a loop system is present and is compatible with your hearing aids.

  • Page 38: Operating, Transport And Storage Conditions

    19. Operating, transport and storage conditions The product is designed such that it functions without problems or restrictions if used as intended, unless otherwise noted in these user guides. Please ensure to use, charge, transport and store the hearing aids and the charger according to the following conditions: Audéo L R/RT and Charger Charging...
  • Page 39 These hearing aids are classified as IP68. This means that they are water and dust resistant and designed to withstand daily life situations. They can be worn in the rain but should not be fully submerged in water or used when taking a shower, swimming or other water activities.

  • Page 40: Care And Maintenance

    Sonova AG will provide a minimum of a five year repair service period after the respective hearing aid, charger and essential components have been phased out of the product portfolio.
  • Page 41 General information Before using hair spray or applying cosmetics, you should remove your hearing aid from your ear, because these products may damage it. Your hearing aids are resistant to water, sweat and dust under the following conditions: • After exposure to water, sweat or dust, the hearing aid is cleaned and dried.
  • Page 42 Daily Hearing aid: Inspect the earpiece for earwax and moisture deposit and clean the surfaces with a lint-free cloth. Never use cleaning agents such as household detergents, soap, etc. for cleaning your hearing aid. It is not recommended to rinse with water. If you need to clean your hearing aid intensively, ask your hearing care professional for advice and information on filters or drying methods.

  • Page 43: Exchanging The Earwax Protection

    21. Exchanging the earwax protection Your hearing aid is equipped with an earwax protection to protect the speaker from earwax damage. Please check the earwax protector regularly and exchange it if it looks dirty or if the hearing aid volume or sound quality is reduced.
  • Page 44 Gently pull off the earpiece to remove. Clean the speaker with a lint-free cloth.
  • Page 45 21.1.2 Exchanging the earwax protection with CeruShield™ Disk Gently rotate the CeruShield Disk in the direction indicated by the arrows until a free opening appears under the bin icon. To remove a used earwax protector carefully insert the speaker into the free opening (under bin icon) until it clicks.
  • Page 46 To insert a new earwax protector carefully insert the speaker into the opening where the new earwax protector is visible (opposite the bin icon) until it clicks. Lift the speaker away from the disk, the new earwax protector is now positioned inside the speaker.
  • Page 47 21.1.3 Attaching the earpiece to the speaker Hold the speaker in one hand and the earpiece in the other. Slide the earpiece over the speaker sound outlet. The speaker and the earpiece should fit perfectly together.
  • Page 48 21.2 ActiveVent™ receiver with SlimTip 21.2.1 Parts Explanation Wax filter dispenser a) rotating disk b) new filter c) dispensing slot for used filters Changing tool a) screw end for removing used filter b) forked end for inserting new filter...
  • Page 49 21.2.2 Removing the used wax filter (HF3 Filter) Hold the earpiece firmly and secure the rear of the speaker with your finger. Insert the screw end of the HF-3 changing tool into the speaker of the hearing aid.
  • Page 50 Rotate the changing tool clock-wise until some resistance is felt. Pull the changing tool out of the speaker with the used wax filter attached to the end. Insert the used wax filter into the dispensing slot in the middle of the wax filter dispenser.
  • Page 51 Slide the changing tool to either side of the dispensing slot. Lift the changing tool up, leaving the used wax filter in dispensing slot. 21.2.3 Inserting a new wax filter After removing the used wax filter from the speaker of the hearing aid, brush away any remaining debris.
  • Page 52 Now use the opposite end of the changing tool (i.e. forked end) to pick up a new wax filter. Insert the forked end of the changing tool down and pull...
  • Page 53 Insert the new wax filter into the speaker of the hearing aid. Make sure to secure the rear of speaker with your finger. Once the new filter is securely placed in the speaker, lift the changing tool away tilted in a slight angle.

  • Page 54: Service And Warranty

    International warranty Sonova AG offers a one year limited international warranty, valid from the date of purchase. This limited warranty covers manufacturing and material defects in the hearing aid and charger respectively, but not accessories such as tubes, earpieces, external receivers.
  • Page 55 Warranty limitation This warranty does not cover damage from improper handling or care, exposure to chemicals or undue stress. Damage caused by third parties or non-authorized service centers renders the warranty null and void. This warranty does not include any services performed by a hearing care professional in their office.

  • Page 56: Compliance Information

    23. Compliance information Europe: Declaration of Conformity for the hearing aid Hereby Sonova AG declares that this product meets the requirements of the Medical Device Regulation (EU) 2017/745 as well as the Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU Declaration of Conformity can...
  • Page 57 The wireless models listed on page 2 are certified under: Phonak Audéo L-R (90/70/50/30/20) Phonak Audéo L-RT (90/70/50/30) Phonak Audéo L-R/RT Trial FCC ID: KWC-MRP IC: 2262A-MRP Canada...
  • Page 58 Notice 2: Changes or modifications made to this device not expressly approved by Sonova AG may void the FCC authorization to operate this device. Notice 3: This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules and ICES-003 of Industry Canada.
  • Page 59 no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this device does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: •...
  • Page 60 Radio information of your wireless hearing aid Antenna type Resonant loop antenna Operation frequency 2.4 GHz – 2.48 GHz Modulation GFSK, Pi/4 DPSK, GMSK Radiated power < 2.5 mW Bluetooth® Range ~1 m Bluetooth 4.2 Dual-Mode Profiles supported HFP (Hands-free profile), A2DP...
  • Page 61 Emissions Test Compliance Electromagnetic environment guidance The medical device uses RF energy only for its internal function. Therefore, its RF RF emissions Group 2 emission are very low and are not likely to CISPR 11 Class B cause any interferences in nearby electronic equipment Harmonic emissions...
  • Page 62 Immunity standards EN 60601-1-2 IEC 60601-1-2 EN 61000-4-2 IEC 61000-4-2 EN IEC 61000-4-3 IEC 61000-4-3 EN 61000-4-4 IEC 61000-4-4 EN 61000-4-5 IEC 61000-4-5 EN 61000-4-6 IEC 61000-4-6 EN 61000-4-8 IEC 61000-4-8 EN 61000-4-11 IEC 61000-4-11 IEC 60601-1 ISO 7637-2...

  • Page 63: Information And Description Of Symbols

    24. Information and description of symbols With the CE symbol, Sonova AG confirms that this product – including accessories – meets the requirements of the Medical Devices Regulation (EU) 2017/745 as well as the Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU. The numbers after the CE symbol correspond...
  • Page 64 Indicates the date when the medical device was manufactured Indicates the Authorized representative in the European Community. The EC REP is also the importer to the European Union. This symbol indicates that it is important for the user to read and take into account the relevant information in these user guides.
  • Page 65 Important information for handling and product safety. This symbol confers that the electromagnetic interference from the device is under limits approved by the US Federal Communications Commission. Indicates a device’s compliance with applicable Radio Spectrum Management’s (RSM) and Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) regulatory arrangements for the legal sale in New Zealand and Australia...
  • Page 66 The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sonova AG is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. The Compliance Identification Mark indicates...
  • Page 67 Indicates the manufacturer’s serial number so that a specific medical device can be identified. Indicates the manufacturer’s catalogue number so that the medical device can be identified. Indicates that the device is a medical device. This symbol indicates that it is important for the user to read and take into account the relevant information in this user guide.
  • Page 68 IP Rating = Ingress Protection Rating. IP21 rating indicates that the device is protected against solid foreign objects of 12,5 mm 0 and greater. Protected against vertically falling water drops. Temperature during transportation and storage: –20° to +60° Celsius (–4° to +140° Fahrenheit).
  • Page 69 The symbol with the crossed-out garbage bin is to make you aware that this hearing aid as well as the charger may not be thrown away as normal household waste. Please dispose of old or unused hearing aids and charger, at waste disposal sites intended for electronic waste, or give your hearing aid and charger to your hearing care professional for...

  • Page 70: Troubleshooting

    25. Troubleshooting Problem Causes Hearing aid not Speaker/earpiece blocked functioning Hearing aid switched off Battery fully discharged Hearing aid whistles Hearing aid not inserted correctly into ear Cerumen in ear canal Hearing aid too loud Volume too loud Hearing aid not loud Volume too low enough or distorted Low battery...
  • Page 71 What to do Clean speaker opening/earpiece Press lower part of multi-function button for 3 seconds (chapter 9) Charge hearing aid (chapter 4) Insert hearing aid correctly (chapter 6) Contact your ENT/GP or hearing care professional Decrease volume if volume control available (chapter 8) Increase volume if volume control available (chapter 8) Charge hearing aid (chapter 4) Clean speaker opening/earpiece...
  • Page 72 Problem Causes Indicator light on hearing Hearing aid is out of its operating aid is solid red while temperature range hearing aid is in the Faulty battery charger Indicator light on hearing “Auto On” feature is disabled aid switches off when hearing aid is removed from charger Hearing aid with...
  • Page 73 What to do Warm hearing aid up or cool it down. Operating temperature range is +5° to +40° Celsius (+41° to +104° Fahrenheit) Contact your hearing care professional Switch on the hearing aid (chapter 9) Reboot by switching hearing aid off and on again Clean the speaker opening and / or change the wax filter (chapter 21.2) Contact your hearing care professional Push the speaker back into the earpiece..
  • Page 74 Problem Causes Charging does not start Hearing aid not inserted correctly into (but indicator light around charger the charger USB port lights up green when the charger is connected to the power outlet.) If the problem persists, contact your hearing care professional for assistance.
  • Page 75 What to do Insert hearing aid correctly into charger (chapter 4.1)

  • Page 76: Important Safety Information

    26. Important safety information Please read the relevant safety information and limitations- of-use information on the following pages before using your hearing aid. Intended use The hearing aid is intended to amplify and transmit sound to the ear and thereby compensate for impaired hearing. The Phonak Tinnitus Balance software feature is intended for use by people with tinnitus who also desire amplification.
  • Page 77 Charger: The intended patient population is the user of the compatible hearing aids Intended user: Hearing aids: Intended for people with hearing loss using a hearing aid and their caregivers. A hearing care professional is responsible for adjusting the hearing aid. Charger: Intended for people with hearing loss using the compatible rechargeable hearing aid and their caregivers, hearing care professional...
  • Page 78 Contraindications: General clinical contra-indications for the use of hearing aids and Tinnitus software feature are: • Hearing loss is not in the fitting range of the hearing aid (i.e. gain, frequency response) • Acute tinnitus (< three months after it occurs) •...
  • Page 79 • Acute or chronic dizziness; • Audiometric air-bone gap equal to or greater than 15 dB at 500 Hz, 1000 Hz and 2000 Hz; • Visible evidence of significant cerumen accumulation or a foreign body in the ear canal; • Pain or discomfort in the ear; •...
  • Page 80 The hearing care professional may decide that referral is not appropriate or in the best interests of the patient when the following applies: • When there is sufficient evidence that the condition has been fully investigated by a medical specialist and any possible treatment has been provided;...
  • Page 81 Clinical benefit: Hearing aid: Improvement of speech understanding Tinnitus feature: Tinnitus feature provides supplementary noise stimulation which can help defocus the user`s attention from their tinnitus. Charger: The Charger itself does not provide a direct clinical benefit. An indirect clinical benefit is provided by enabling the parent device (rechargeable hearing aids) to achieve their intended purpose.
  • Page 82 The hearing aid is suitable for the home healthcare environment and due to their portability it may happen that it is used in professional healthcare facility environment like physician offices, dental offices etc. A hearing aid will not restore normal hearing and will not prevent or improve a hearing impairment resulting from organic conditions.
  • Page 83 fine-tuning process at the fitting procedure by your hearing care professional. Any serious incident that has occurred in relation to the hearing aid, should be reported to the manufacturer representative and the competent authority of the state of residence. The serious incident is described as any incident that directly or indirectly led, might have led or might lead to any of the following: a) the death of a patient, user or other person...
  • Page 84 Changes or modifications to the hearing aid and the charger that were not explicitly approved by Sonova AG are not permitted. Such changes may damage your ear or the hearing...
  • Page 85 Do not use the hearing aids and charging accessories in explosive areas (mines or industrial areas with danger of explosions, oxygen rich environments or areas where flammable anesthetics are handled) or where electronic equipment is prohibited. The device is not ATEX certified. If you feel pain in or behind your ear, if it is inflamed or if skin irritation and accelerated accumulations of earwax occur, please check with your hearing care professional or physician.
  • Page 86 Hearing programs in the directional microphone mode reduce background noises. Please be aware that warning signals or noises coming from behind, e. g. cars, are partially or entirely suppressed. This hearing aid is not for children below 36 months. The usage of this device by children and individuals with cognitive impairment should be supervised at all times to ensure their safety.
  • Page 87 The following is only applicable for persons with active implantable medical devices (i.e. pacemakers, defibrillators, etc.): • Keep the wireless hearing aid and the charging device at least 15 cm (6 inches) away from the active implant. If you experience any interference, do not use the wireless hearing aids and contact the manufacturer of the active implant.
  • Page 88 Portable RF communications equipment (including peripherals such as antenna cables and external antennas) should be used no closer than 30 cm (12 inches) to any part of the hearing aids and charger, including cables specified by the manufacturer. Otherwise, degradation of the performance of this equipment could result.
  • Page 89 Avoid strong physical impacts to the ear when wearing a hearing aid with customized earpiece. The stability of customized earpieces is designed for normal use. A strong physical impact to the ear (e.g. during sports) may cause the customized earpiece to break. This may lead to perforation of the ear canal or eardrum.
  • Page 90 Patients implanted with magnetic externally programmable CSF shunt valves may have a risk of experiencing an unintended change in their valve setting when exposed to strong magnetic fields. The receiver (loudspeaker) of hearing aids, the Lyric SoundLync, the Lyric programming wand and the MiniControl contain static magnets.
  • Page 91 Your hearing aid(s) contain lithium-ion batteries with a Watt hour rating <20Wh which have been tested according to UN 38.3 of the “UN Manual of Tests and Criteria” and should be shipped in accordance with all the rules and regulations on the safe shipment of lithium-ion batteries.
  • Page 92 26.2 Information on product safety Protect your hearing aid and charging accessories from heat and sunlight (never leave near a window or in the car). Never use a microwave or other heating devices to dry your hearing aid or charging accessories (due to risk of fire or explosion).
  • Page 93 Do not drop your hearing aid or charging accessories! Dropping onto a hard surface can damage your hearing aid or charging accessories. Charger and power supply must be protected against shocks. If the charger or power supply is damaged after a shock, the devices must not be used anymore.
  • Page 94 Special medical or dental examination including radiation described below, may adversely affect the correct functioning of your hearing aids. Remove and keep them outside the examination room/area before undergoing: • Medical or dental examination with X-ray (also CT scan). • Medical examinations with MRI/NMRI scans, generating magnetic fields.
  • Page 95 Make sure that you always completely dry your hearing aid after use. Store the hearing aid in a safe, dry and clean place. The hearing aids are water resistant and not waterproof. They are designed to withstand normal activities and occasional accidental exposure to extreme conditions.

  • Page 96: For The Us Market Only, Complies With The Fda Regulations

    27. For the US market only, complies with the FDA regulations Important information: Cell phones Some hearing aid users have reported a buzzing sound in their hearing aids when they are using cell phones. According to the ANSI 63.19 (American National Standard Methods of Measurement of Compatibility between Wireless Communications Devices and Hearing Instruments) standard, the compatibility of a particular...
  • Page 97 Note: the performance of individual hearing aids may vary with individual cell phones. Therefore, please try the hearing aid with your cell phone or, if you are purchasing a new phone, be sure to try it with your hearing aid prior to purchase.
  • Page 98 Warning to hearing aid dispensers A hearing aid dispenser should advise a prospective hearing aid user to consult promptly with a licensed physician (preferably an ear specialist) before dispensing a hearing aid if the hearing aid dispenser determines through inquiry, actual observation, or review of any other available information concerning the prospective user, that the prospective user has any of the following conditions: Visible congenital or traumatic deformity of the ear.
  • Page 99 (v) Unilateral hearing loss of sudden or recent onset within the previous 90 days. (vi) Audiometric air-bone gap equal to or greater than 15 decibels at 500 hertz (Hz), 1,000 Hz, and 2,000 Hz. (vii) Visible evidence of significant cerumen accumulation or a foreign body in the ear canal.
  • Page 100 Important notice for prospective hearing aid users Good health practice requires that a person with a hearing loss have a medical evaluation by a licensed physician (preferably a physician who specializes in diseases of the ear) before purchasing a hearing aid. Licensed physicians who specialize in diseases of the ear are often referred to as otolaryngologists, otologists or otorhinolaryngologists.
  • Page 101 The audiologist or hearing aid dispenser will conduct a hearing aid evaluation to assess your ability to hear with and without a hearing aid. The hearing aid evaluation will enable the audiologist or dispenser to select and fit a hearing aid to your individual needs. If you have reservations about your ability to adapt to amplification, you should inquire about the availability of a trial-rental or purchase-option program.
  • Page 102 consultation with a physician. The exercise of such a waiver is not in your best health interest and its use is strongly discouraged. Children with hearing loss In addition to seeing a physician for a medical evaluation, a child with a hearing loss should be directed to an audiologist for evaluation and rehabilitation since hearing loss may cause problems in language development and the educational and social growth of a child.
  • Page 103 to provide temporary relief from tinnitus. It should always be used as prescribed by your audiologist. The underlying principle of sound enrichment is to provide supplementary noise stimulation which can help defocus your attention from your tinnitus and avoid negative reactions. Sound enrichment, coupled with instructional counseling, is an established approach to managing tinnitus.
  • Page 104 According to OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor) regulations, the volume of the noise generator can be set to a level which could lead to permanent hearing damage when used for a prolonged period of time. Should the noise generator be set to such a level in your hearing aid, your audiologist will advise you of the maximum amount of time per day you should use the noise generator.
  • Page 105 Notes...
  • Page 106 Notes...
  • Page 108 Your hearing care professional: Sonova Deutschland GmbH Max-Eyth-Strasse 20 70736 Fellbach-Oeffingen Germany Manufacturer: Sonova AG Laubisrütistrasse 28 CH-8712 Stäfa Switzerland www.phonak.com...

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