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- Page 1 Ziel ™ BTE Guide...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Your Ziel™ Hearing Instruments........1 Overview of your Ziel™ BTE ...........2 Features of your Ziel™ Hearing Instrument ....3 Putting your Hearing Instruments on your Ears .....4 Turning your Hearing Instruments On and Off ....5 Battery Information............6 Operating Instructions............8 Replacing the Microphone Protectors ......9... -
Page 3: Your Ziel™ Hearing Instruments
Your Ziel™ Hearing Instruments Hearing Healthcare Professional: _______________________ __________________________________________________ Telephone: _________________________________________ Model: ____________________________________________ Serial Number:______________________________________ Replacement Batteries: Size 13 Size 675 Warranty: __________________________________________ Date of Purchase: ___________________________________... -
Page 4: Overview Of Your Ziel™ Bte
Overview of your Ziel™ BTE Refer to the table of contents for a complete listing of the topics covered in this guide. Use the diagram below to identify some of the components on your Ziel hearing instruments. Hearing Instrument Style Legend 1 Earhook 2 Microphone &... -
Page 5: Features Of Your Ziel™ Hearing Instrument
Features of your Ziel™ Hearing Instrument Ziel digital hearing instruments come equipped with the following features: • Feedback manager • Noise reduction • Manual digital volume control It may take some time for you to fully adjust to your new hearing instruments. In the beginning, do not feel as though you need to wear them for longer than is comfortable. -
Page 6: Putting Your Hearing Instruments On Your Ears
Putting your Hearing Instruments on your Ears Your BTE hearing instrument may be color-coded red for your right ear and blue for your left ear. This color indicator is located on the bottom of the battery door with a small colored dot. 1. -
Page 7: Turning Your Hearing Instruments On And Off
Turning your Hearing Instruments On and Off Your hearing instruments have a three-position battery door that acts as an off/on switch and that allows access to the battery compartment. To turn the hearing instrument on, close the battery door fully. Note: Your hearing instrument has a start up delay of approximately 9 seconds. -
Page 8: Battery Information
Battery Information To replace the hearing instrument battery, fully open the battery door for access to the battery compartment. Low Battery Warning When you hear two long beeps, your hearing instruments are warning you that their batteries are low. After the first warning, you may experience some reduction in sound quality. - Page 9 edge of the battery door. This will ensure that the battery door closes properly. Note: If the battery is inserted incorrectly, the door will not close. 4. Close the battery door. Tamperproof Battery Compartment Your hearing instrument may have a tamperproof battery compartment.
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Page 10: Operating Instructions
This will allow internal moisture to evaporate. Operating Instructions Your Ziel hearing instruments may come equipped with a function button allowing you to switch between the available Microphone, Telecoil and DAI programs. -
Page 11: Replacing The Microphone Protectors
Replacing the Microphone Protectors Your Ziel hearing instruments have a shield to protect the microphones from dirt and debris. Debris on the microphone protector reduces the sound quality of the instrument. You should have the microphone protectors replaced by your hearing healthcare professional at least every three months to ensure optimal sound quality. -
Page 12: Cleaning Your Hearing Instruments
• Regular use of a dehumidifier, such as a Dri-Aid kit, can help prevent corrosion and prolong the life of your hearing instruments. • Do not drop your hearing instruments or knock them against hard surfaces. Cleaning your Hearing Instruments Ear wax is natural and common. -
Page 13: Using Ziel™+ With The Telephone
Using Ziel™+ with the Telephone Your Ziel+ BTEs may have a telecoil for use with your telephone. When the phone rings, pick up the telephone and place it next to your hearing instrument’s microphone. -
Page 14: Assistive Listening Devices
Assistive Listening Devices Listening in Public Places Ziel+’s telecoil can also help you listen in public places equipped with telecoil compatible assistive listening devices such as a loop system. If your hearing instruments do not operate when the telecoil is on, the loop system may not be operating or you may be in a “dead”... - Page 15 If the volume on the infrared receiver is not loud enough, use your hearing instruments instead. MicroLink™ MLx Receiver Module Ziel+ BTEs are compatible with Phonak’s MicroLink™ Receiver Module, a wireless FM system that improves listening over distance. The MLx FM receiver module connects to the optional direct audio input system and is powered by the hearing instrument battery.
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Page 16: Warnings
Warnings Hearing devices should only be used as directed by your physician or hearing healthcare professional. Hearing devices will not restore normal hearing and will not prevent or improve a hearing impairment resulting from organic conditions. Do not use your hearing instruments in explosion hazard areas. -
Page 17: Battery Warnings
with your hearing healthcare professional to ensure the maximum output of your hearing instruments is suitable for your particular hearing loss. Battery Warnings Never leave hearing instruments or batteries where small children and pets can reach them. Never put hearing devices or batteries in your mouth. - Page 18 Switch your hearing instruments to another program, turn your head in a different direction or locate the cell phone and move away from it. Labeling The serial number and year of manufacture are located inside the battery compartment.
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Page 19: Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooting Guide CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY No sound • Not turned on • Turn on • Low/dead battery • Replace battery • Poor battery contact • Consult your hearing healthcare professional • Battery upside down • Insert battery plus (+) side up •... - Page 20 CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY Two long beeps • Replace battery • Low battery Whistling • Remove and reinsert carefully • Earmolds not inserted properly • Remove hand/clothing from ear • Hand/clothing near ear • Consult your hearing healthcare professional • Poorly fitting earmolds Not clear, distorted •...
- Page 21 CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY Weak on the telephone • Move telephone receiver around ear for • Telephone not clearer signal. See “Using the Telephone”. positioned properly • Consult your hearing healthcare • Hearing device requires professional adjustment For any problems not listed in the guide, contact your hearing healthcare professional.
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Page 22: Warning To Hearing Instrument Dispensers (To Comply With The U.s. Food And Drug Administration (Fda) Regulations)
Warning to Hearing Instrument Dispensers (to comply with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations) A hearing instrument dispenser should advise a prospective hearing instrument user to consult promptly with a licensed physician (preferably an ear specialist) before dispensing a hearing instrument if the hearing instrument dispenser determines through inquiry, actual observation, or review of any other available information concerning the prospective user,... - Page 23 instrument user. [This provision is required only for those hearing instruments with a maximum sound pressure capability greater than 132 decibels (dB).] Important Notice for Prospective Hearing Instrument 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 instrument.
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Page 24: Children With Hearing Loss
enable the audiologist or dispenser to select and fit a hearing instrument 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. Many hearing instrument dispensers now offer programs that permit you to wear a hearing instrument for a period of time for a nominal fee after which you may... - Page 25 Unitron Distributors Corporate Office/International 20 Beasley Drive, P.O. Box 9017, Kitchener, ON N2G 4X1 Canada Australia New Zealand Level 2, Norwest Quay, 21 Solent 10/215 Rosedale Rd., M277 Private Circuit, Baulkham Hills, NSW, Bag, 300987, Albany, Auckland NSW 2153 Norway Belgium Brugata 14 0186 Baron de Vironlaan, 60...
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