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  • Page 1 InstructIons for use minirIte...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Instrument view miniRITE Thank you for choosing our product as your means to better hearing. Instrument view miniRITE Power with Power Dome To support your efforts, we have put great care and attention into making sure that your Instrument view miniRITE Power with Mold...
  • Page 3: Instrument View Minirite 5A

    Battery door cautIon Wax protection Your ear piece The miniRITE Power is a powerful hearing instrument. In case you are fitted with Open Domes: Micro mold miniRITE Power, never allow others to wear your hearing instruments as incorrect or wrongful usage could cause permanent damage to their hearing.
  • Page 4: Instrument View Minirite Power With Power Dome 5B

    Instrument view minirIte power with power Dome Microphone openings Speaker unit Push-button Sound outlet Wax protection Battery door Your ear piece Power Domes: 10mm 12mm Plus dome...
  • Page 5: Instrument View Minirite Power With Mold 5C

    Instrument view minirIte power with mold Microphone openings Push-button Sound outlet + wax protection system Battery door Ventilations openings...
  • Page 6: Changing Batteries

    changing batteries Your hearing instrument battery size is 312. A worn out battery should be removed immediately. When the battery power is low, you will hear 2 beeps. This pre-warning starts when the battery has only a few hours of operation left. The pre-warning will be repeated with moderate intervals to indicate it is time to change the battery.
  • Page 7: Turning Your Instruments On And Off

    turning your instruments on and oFF To replace the battery, follow these instructions: • Open the battery door completely by pushing the raised edge in the bottom of the Turn on your hearing instrument by closing the battery door completely with the battery instrument.
  • Page 8: Left/Right Ear Marking

    Left/right ear marking 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 programed differently from your first (1) and then place the instrument behind your ear (2).
  • Page 9: Push-Button

    push-button The push-button on your hearing instrument can be programed to one of 3 functionalities. Your hearing instrument has a push-button. Left Right If you have one instrument, the push button can be used for switching between Program shift: different programs. Short press to change program.
  • Page 10: 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. When switching between the different programs, your hearing instrument will beep.
  • Page 11: Volume Control (Optional)

    Volume control (optional) standby (optional) Only when using two instruments a volume control can be activated. The volume control Press the button for a minimum of 3 seconds to set the instrument in standby mode. allows you to adjust the loudness of your hearing device given specific listening situations. To reactivate the instrument, push the button shortly again.
  • Page 12: Tamper-Resistant Battery Door (Optional)

    tamper-resistant battery door (optional) 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 the MultiTool to unlock the door by inserting it into the indent on the door side and then tip it to open.
  • Page 13: Auto Phone (Optional)

    auto phone (optional) The hearing instrument may have an Auto Phone functionality. When the hearing instru- ment is close to a telephone receiver, the Auto Phone will activate a Phone Program. When the Phone Program is activiated you will hear a number of beeps. WarnIng When you end your telephone conversation, the hearing instrument will automatically return to the previous program.
  • Page 14: Caring For Your Hearing Instrument

    caring for your hearing instrument Cleaning the instruments A range of dedicated cleaning tools is prepared for the special purpose of cleaning the Your ear canal produces ear wax (cerumen) which may clog up the earpiece. Therefore instrument. These should be used to ensure the best care and performance of your your hearing instrument contains a filter to prevent wax accumulation.
  • Page 15: Daily Maintenance With Mold

    Daily maintenance with mold Replace the wax protection system The Mold should be cleaned regularly: 1. Remove the tool from the shell. The tool has two ends, one with a new filter (A) and one with the removal tool (B). • The vent in the mold is cleaned by pressing the brush through the hole while twisting 2.
  • Page 16: Daily Maintenance With Domes

    Daily maintenance with Domes Changing the dome The dome is easy to replace. Replace it whenever needed. Clean the speaker unit daily. Use the cloth and rub off any earwax. Use a finger nail and hold the bottom of the dome. Then pull it off. Place the new dome The dome should not be cleaned.
  • Page 17 avoiding heat, humidity and chemicals Under the dome you will notice a white wax filter attached to the end of the speaker. This is a wax filter that will keep debris from damaging the speaker. If this filter becomes clogged, contact your Hearing Care Professional for service and replacement of the filter. Your hearing instrument must never be exposed to extreme heat e.g.
  • Page 18: Using Your Hearing Instrument

    You may have to learn to identify them again. Note that in time you information regarding the Oticon ConnectLine system and other available accessories. will get accustomed to the sounds in your environment – if not please contact your Hearing Care Professional.
  • Page 19 If you find it difficult to obtain a good result while using your cell telephone, ask your stand the conversation. When you have the receiver in this posi- Hearing Care Professional for more information regarding the Oticon ConnectLine system tion, remember to speak directly into the microphone on the and other available accessories.
  • Page 20 Use your hearing instruments all day long The most important benefits of wearing two hearing instruments are: The best way to ensure better hearing is to practice listening until you can wear your hearing instruments comfortably all day. In most cases, you will not get the full benefit of • Your ability to localize sounds will improve.
  • Page 21: Common Problems And Their Solutions

    common problems and their solutions Symptom Possible causes Solutions no sound Worn-out battery Change battery pg. 7 & 8 Clogged sound outlet Clean Mold or dome pg. 24 & 26 Consider replacing wax protection or dome pg. 25 & 27 Intermittent Clogged sound outlet Clean Mold or dome...
  • Page 22: International Warranty

    If you need service Take your hearing instrument to your Hearing Care Profes sional, who may well be able to Oticon hearing instruments are covered by a limited warranty issued by the manufacturer sort out minor problems and adjustments on the spot.
  • Page 23: Warranty Certificate

    Warranty certificate product approval, precautions and markings Name of Owner: 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 Dispenser: < -42 dBμA/m @ 10m. Dispenser Address: The emission power from the radio system is well below international emission limits for Human Exposure.
  • Page 24: Cell Phone

    cell phone “Some hearing aid users have reported a buzzing sound in their hearing aids when they are using cell phones, indicating that the cell phone and hearing aid may not be compatible. According to the ANSI C63.19 standard (ANSI C63.19-2006 American National Standard Methods of Measurement of Compatibility Between Wireless Communications Devices and Hearing Aids), the compatibility of a particular hearing aid and cell phone can be predicted by adding the rating for the hearing aid immunity to the rating for the cell phone...
  • Page 25 Warnings The hearing instrument contains a module with: You should familiarize yourself fully with the following general warnings and the entire FCC ID: U28FUNRI03 contents of this booklet before using your hearing instruments. IC: 1350B-FUNRI03 The device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Hearing instruments and batteries can be dangerous if swallowed or used improperly.
  • Page 26 • Never put your hearing instruments or batteries in your mouth for any reason, as they Battery use are slippery and could be swallowed by accident. • Always use batteries recommended by your hearing care professional. Batteries of low • Most hearing instruments can be supplied with a tamper-resistant battery compartment quality may leak and cause bodily harm.
  • Page 27 Warning to hearing instrument dispensers Special care should be exercised in selecting and fitting a hearing instrument whose A hearing instrument dispenser should advise a prospective hearing instrument user to maximum sound pressure capability exceeds 132 dB SPL as there may be risk of impairing consult immediately with a licensed physician (preferably an ear specialist) before the remaining hearing of the hearing instrument user.
  • Page 28 The audiologist or hearing instrument dispenser will conduct a hearing instrument Interference evaluation to assess your ability to hear with and without a hearing instrument. • Your hearing instrument has been thoroughly tested for interference, according to the The hearing instrument evaluation will enable the audiologist or dispenser to select and most stringent international standards.
  • Page 29 Possible side effects Safety requirements regarding Direct Audio Input (DAI) • The hearing instrument or earmold is a custom-made product. If you are experiencing • The safety of hearing instruments with DAI (Direct Audio Input) is determined by the discomfort, see your audiologist or hearing instrument dispenser immediately for external signal source.
  • Page 30 Warning to hearing instrument dispenser and user Hereby, Oticon A/S declare that this hearing instrument is in compliance with the • Special care should be excercised in selecting, fitting and using a hearing instrument essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
  • Page 31 people First People first is our promise to empower people to communicate freely, interact naturally and participate actively...

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