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Phonak microEleva User Manual

Phonak microEleva User Manual

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  • Page 1 Eleva ™ micro User Guide 0459...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Identifying left and right hearing systems Inserting microEleva hearing system with micro tube into your ear Inserting microEleva hearing system with earmold into your ear Fine tuning your microEleva hearing systems Operation Switching ON/OFF Remote control (optional) Maintenance Microphone Protector...
  • Page 3 Warning Service and Warranty Phonak distributors worldwide...

  • Page 4: Welcome

    Please read this manual carefully to benefit from all the features of your new microEleva hearing system. Ask your hearing care professional if you have any questions. microEleva is a quality product developed by the Swiss company Phonak, a world leader in hearing technology, innovation and reliability.

  • Page 5: Description

    Description microEleva hearing system with micro tube Microphone inputs with Microphone Protector Battery compartment with ON/OFF switch (two sizes: 312 standard, 10 option) Micro tube (sound output) Dome Retention microEleva hearing system with earmold – see above Hook /sound output...

  • Page 6: Preparation

    Preparation Replacing the battery Use battery size 312 for all microEleva Behind The Ear instruments (microBTE). Using the nail grip , open the battery compartment completely and remove the old battery Remove the protective foil from the new battery...
  • Page 7 Insert the new battery with the “+” sign (flat side of the battery) in line with the “+” marked on the battery compartment and close it...
  • Page 8 Preparation Replacing the battery Handle the battery compartment with care and do not use excessive force. If there is any resistance when shutting the compartment, ensure that the battery is inserted correctly. The compartment may not close properly if the battery is upside down, and the instrument will not work.
  • Page 9 Low battery warning An acoustic signal gives you an early warning that the battery is approaching exhaustion. Usually you have at least 30 minutes to replace the battery. With very high quality batteries, this reserve may be much higher and the hearing system will repeat the low battery warning approximately every 30 minutes.

  • Page 10: Identifying Left And Right Hearing Systems

    Preparation Identifying left and right hearing systems It is important to use the correct instrument for each ear. Your hearing care professional can mark the instruments for you with a color code placed on the case under the nail grip of the battery compartment. The color code is visible when the battery compartment is opened.

  • Page 11: Inserting Microeleva Hearing System With Micro Tube Into Your Ear

    Inserting microEleva hearing system with micro tube into your ear Open domes Place the hearing system over the top of your ear...
  • Page 12 Preparation Hold the micro tube where it attaches to the dome and gently push the dome into your ear canal. The dome should be placed far enough into the ear so that the micro tube lies flush with your head. Place the retention tail of the micro tube into the bowl of your concha...
  • Page 13 Closed domes The closed dome has a different design than the open dome, refer to picture (page 11). The closed dome consists of two fins overlapping each other. Before inserting the closed dome into the ear canal it is important to check the position of these fins. The bigger fin must be positioned over the smaller fin, see picture .
  • Page 14 Preparation Correct position Wrong position Moving the fins...

  • Page 15: Inserting Microeleva Hearing System With Earmold Into Your Ear

    Inserting microEleva hearing system with earmold into your ear Using the hand on the same side you wear your hearing system, grasp the earmold between the thumb and index finger. Raise your hand to your ear making sure the canal portion of the earmold faces your ear.
  • Page 16 Preparation Place the canal portion of the earmold inside your ear canal. If it is difficult to get it into place, stretch your ear by pulling it gently backwards and upwards with your other hand. When the canal portion is in place, twist the earmold backwards so that it fits into the concha and the helix portion is under the fold.
  • Page 17 Check the placement of the earmold by tracing the contour of the ear with your finger. To remove your hearing system, grasp the earmold and not the tubing and pull it out of your ear gently but firmly.

  • Page 18: Fine Tuning Your Microeleva Hearing Systems

    Improving the fine tuning of your microEleva based on your personal preferences There is the possibility to make volume changes to your microEleva using a remote control. Please ask your hearing care professional to demonstrate to you the available remote controls for microEleva (see also pages 20–23).

  • Page 19: Operation

    Your hearing care professional may have delayed the start-up of your microEleva hearing system (9 or 15 seconds once it is switched on), in order to avoid any disturbance when placing it on your ear. The start-up...

  • Page 20: Remote Control (Optional)

    • Volume up • Volume down • Program selection If you wear two microEleva hearing instruments, the remote control will simultaneously control both of them. This ensures that their volume remains binaurally balanced. Phonak offers a complete range of modern remote controls.
  • Page 21 WatchPilot2: exclusive and modern, available for women and men, with sporty rubber band or elegant metal band. SoundPilot2: direct access to all functions of your microEleva hearing system.
  • Page 22 Operation KeyPilot2: small, easy and convenient. For best results with your KeyPilot or WatchPilot remote control, refer to photo.
  • Page 23 For detailed information on the use of your remote control, please refer to its user guide. Your hearing care professional can also print an individual description of your hearing programs for you. Do not use your remote control in locations where it is forbidden to use electronic devices, for instance on airplanes.

  • Page 24: Maintenance

    Maintenance Microphone Protector Important: The Microphone Protector is an exclusive Phonak system designed to protect the microEleva high- tech microphones from dirt, which may damage them. The Microphone Protector can be replaced if needed. Your hearing system should never be used without the Microphone Protector.
  • Page 25 Important: Consult your hearing care professional about changing the Microphone Protector if you experience any of the following: • The hearing system sounds quieter than usual. • There is a reduction in sound quality. • Understanding in noise becomes more difficult. •...

  • Page 26: Micro Tube And Dome

    The following care and maintenance instructions will help extend the life span and ensure the quality and comfort of your microEleva hearing system. The micro tube feeds the amplified sound from the hearing instrument into the ear. It is important that the micro tube and the dome fit correctly into your ear.
  • Page 27 Detach the micro tube from the hearing instrument as follows: • Hold the micro tube in one hand and the hearing instrument in the other hand. • Gently twist the micro tube 90° and pull it straight out, away from the hearing instrument 90°...
  • Page 28 Maintenance Use a damp cloth to clean the outside of the micro tube and dome. Use the cleaning rod to clean the inside of the micro tube and dome. Gently insert the cleaning rod where the micro tube attaches to the hearing instrument and push it all the way through the micro tube and out through the dome...
  • Page 29 Attach the micro tube onto the hearing instrument as follows: • Hold the micro tube in one hand and the hearing instrument in the other hand. • Push the micro tube on to the hearing instrument until it is snug...
  • Page 30 Maintenance The micro tube and dome should never be submerged or rinsed in water, as there is a risk that a water drop may become lodged in the micro tube. If this should occur, it will prevent sound from coming through the micro tube, and may be harmful to the hearing instrument’s electronics.

  • Page 31: Important Points

    Avoid strong jolts and vibration. 3) Daily cleaning and the use of a drying system is highly recommended. We recommend CleanLine from Phonak to care for your microEleva hearing system. Your hearing care professional will gladly advise you. Never use household cleaning products (washing powder, soap, etc.) to clean your...
  • Page 32 Maintenance 6) If your hearing system fails to operate after you have correctly inserted new batteries, contact your hearing care professional for advice. Please remember to also bring your remote control, if you use one, together with your hearing system for service inquiry.
  • Page 33 Warning Hearing instrument batteries are toxic when swallowed! Keep them out of reach of children and pets. If batteries are swallowed, please seek the advice of a medical practitioner! Use only hearing instruments that have been specially programmed for you by a hearing care professional.

  • Page 34: Service And Warranty

    Damage caused by third parties or non-authorized service centres renders the Phonak warranty null and void. This warranty does not include any services performed by a hearing care professional in his office.

  • Page 36: Phonak Distributors Worldwide

    New Zealand Phonak New Zealand Ltd., Takapuna Auckland 9 Norway Phonak AS, 0105 Oslo Poland Phonak Polska Sp. z o.o., 00-567 Warszawa Spain Phonak Ibérica S.A., 03008 Alicante Sweden Phonak AB, 117 43 Stockholm Switzerland Phonak AG, Phonak Schweiz, 8712 Stäfa...
  • Page 37 Independent A complete list of Phonak distributors general distributors: is available at Phonak's Internet site: www.phonak.com. Please visit us or ask your hearing care professional for information. Manufacturer: Phonak AG, Laubisrütistrasse 28 CH-8712 Stäfa, Switzerland...
  • Page 38 The CE symbol is confirmation by Phonak AG that microEleva products and accessories meet the requirements of directive 93/42/EEC on medical devices. This symbol indicates that microEleva products comply with requirements for a BF type applied part according to EN 60601-1.
  • Page 40 Your hearing care professional: www.phonak.com...

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