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Standard and micro hearing systems User Guide Manufacturer: Phonak AG Laubisrütistrasse 28 CH-8712 Stäfa Switzerland EU Representative: Phonak GmbH D-70736 Fellbach-Oeffingen Germany 0459 www.phonak.com...
Contents 1. Welcome Step 8. Removing the hearing system Step 9. Turning off the hearing system 2. Important information: Step 10. Changing the battery Please read before operating your hearing Step 11. Changing the battery in hearing system for the first time systems with a secured battery compartment Hazard warnings Information on product safety...
1. Welcome Your new hearing system is a premium Swiss quality If you have any questions, please consult your hearing product. It was developed by Phonak, one of the care professional. world‘s leading companies in hearing technology. Your Phonak - life is on hearing system offers the most modern digital hearing www.phonak.com...
Changes or modifications to the hearing system e. g. cars, are partially or entirely suppressed. that were not explicitly approved by Phonak are not permitted. Such changes may damage your ear The hearing system contains small parts which can or the hearing system.
IECXXXXX standards. Only use accessories approved by Phonak AG. Always use new batteries for your hearing system. You can return used batteries to your hearing care 2.2 Information on product safety...
3. Hearing system description The following user instructions describe two hearing Standard model system models: The standard and the micro hearing Option A: with classic earmold system. The standard and the micro hearing system can be adapted with a variety of earmolds. On the following pages use the labeled drawings to identify the hearing system and the earmold that you use.
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3. Hearing system description Standard model micro model Option B: with dome Option C: with SlimTip Option A: with classic earnold g Hearing tube a Right or left indicator (right=red, left=blue), i Earmold: Dome placed in the battery compartment j Retention b Battery compartment with ON/OFF switch k Earmold: SlimTip c Program button...
4. Step-by-step instructions for using 3. Hearing system description the hearing system micro model Option B: with dome Option C: with SlimTip The following chapter provides step-by-step instructions on how to use your hearing system. Please follow these steps carefully. In the drawings, the parts that are particularly important for each step are shown in green.
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4. Using the hearing system Standard model micro model To increase the volume, press the volume control Your hearing care professional can configure your upwards. To decrease the volume, press the volume hearing system (push) button as either a volume control downwards (Fig.
4. Using the hearing system Step 2. Battery preparation Step 4. Turning on the hearing system Remove the protective foil from the new battery (Fig. 2). Switch on the hearing system by closing the battery Wait for two minutes before inserting to activate the compartment (Fig.
4. Using the hearing system The hearing system is now switched on. It can take up Step 5.1 Identifying the hearing systems for the to 15 seconds before it starts. right and left ear (When you wear the hearing system, you will hear an acoustic signal).
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4. Using the hearing system Step 5.2 Inserting the hearing system with classic If you have problems inserting the hearing system, use earmold your other hand to gently pull your earlobe downwards. This opens the ear canal a little more and you can With your right hand, take your earmold for the right rotate the earmold until it fits correctly.
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4. Using the hearing system Step 5.3 Inserting the hearing system with a dome If you have problems inserting the hearing system, use your other hand to gently pull your earlobe downwards. With your right hand, place the right hearing system This opens the ear canal a little more and you can (red mark on the hearing system, see step 5.1) behind rotate the dome until it fits correctly.
4. Using the hearing system Step 6. Adjusting the volume control behind the ear Your hearing care professional can configure your hearing system (push) button as either a volume control To increase the volume on a standard model (for the or a program selector.
4. Using the hearing system Step 7. Selecting the hearing program behind the ear Step 8. Removing the hearing system Step 8.1 Removing the hearing system with classic In order to select or change a hearing program with the standard hearing system, press the program button earmold displayed (Fig.
4. Using the hearing system Step 8.2 Removing the hearing system with a dome Step 9. Turning off the hearing system Grasp the hearing system by the hearing tube and You can turn off your hearing system by opening the carefully remove it from your ear (Fig.
4. Using the hearing system Step 10. Changing the battery After you have opened the battery compartment, pull the green plastic tab with the support of a pen back Before the battery is completely empty, your hearing until the battery is free to take out (Fig. 11a-b). system will indicate to you that the battery soon needs to be changed with an acoustic signal.
5. Care and maintenance Diligent and routine care of your hearing system Daily contributes to outstanding performance and a long Inspect the earmold and tube for earwax and moisture service life. deposits. Clean the surfaces with a lint-free cloth. Never use cleaning agents such as household detergents, Please use the following specifications as a guideline: soap, etc.
7.1 Wireless accessories Phonak has developed a broad range of wireless acces- Crackling or buzzing noises sories that allow you to best use and discreetly control Check the hearing tube and earmold for earwax residue.
No warranty claims will be considered if the hearing system shows normal wear and tear, improper handling Phonak is a leader in FM communication. In order to or care, exposure to chemicals, immersion in water or take advantage of the benefits of these high-tech radio undue stress.
9. Compliance information Declaration of Conformity The hearing instrument described in this user guide is Hereby Phonak AG declares that this Phonak product certified under: meets the requirements of the Medical Devices Directive 93/42/EEC as well as the Radio and Telecom- Standard hearing system munications Terminal Equipment Directive 1999/5/EC.
This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part With the CE symbol, Phonak AG 15 of the FCC Rules and ICES-003 of Industry Canada. confirms that this Phonak product –...
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10. Information and description of symbols This symbol indicates that it is Transport During transport or storage, the and storage important for the user to read and temperature should not exceed the take into account the relevant conditions limit values of –20°/60° Celsius information in these user guides.
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For the US market only, complies with the FDA regulations (vii) Visible evidence of significant cerumen accumulation or a foreign body in the ear canal. Warning to Hearing Aid Dispensers (viii) Pain or discomfort in the ear. Special care should be exercised in selecting and fitting a hearing A hearing aid dispenser should advise a prospective aid whose maximum sound pressure level exceeds...
For US market only conditions that may affect hearing are identified Federal law restricts the sale of hearing aids to those and treated before the hearing aid is purchased. individuals who have obtained a medical evaluation from a licensed physician. Federal law permits a fully Following the medical evaluation, the physician will informed adult to sign a waiver statement declining give you a written statement that states that your...
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