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Widex CLEAR C4-CIC User Instructions

Widex CLEAR C4-CIC User Instructions

440, 330, 220 series hearing aid completely-in-canal
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USER INSTRUCTIONS
THE WIDEX CLEAR™440,
330, 220 SERIES
C4-CIC/C4-CIC-TR/C3-CIC/C3-CIC-TR/
C2-CIC/C2-CIC-TR model
Completely-in-canal

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  • Page 1 USER INSTRUCTIONS THE WIDEX CLEAR™440, 330, 220 SERIES C4-CIC/C4-CIC-TR/C3-CIC/C3-CIC-TR/ C2-CIC/C2-CIC-TR model Completely-in-canal...
  • Page 2 YOUR WIDEX CLEAR™ HEARING AID (To be filled out by the hearing care professional) Vent:  Short   Full length   None … CLEAR440 … … CLEAR330 … … CLEAR220 … Programs: … Master … Music … TV … Comfort … Audibility Extender …...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS THE…HEARING…AID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Acoustic indicators .

  • Page 4: The…Hearing…Aid

    THE HEARING AID 1 . Microphone opening 2 . Battery drawer (on/off function) 3 . Nail grip 4 . Sound outlet 5 . NanoCare wax guard 6 . Extraction cord 7 . Relief vent (short) 8 . Relief vent (full length) On page 2 of this booklet your hearing care profes- sional can indicate the type of vent used in your hear- ing aid, if any .
  • Page 5 WARNING This booklet contains important information and instructions . Please read this booklet carefully before you start using the hearing aid . NOTE Your hearing aid and accessories may not look exactly as illus- trated in this booklet . We also reserve the right to make any changes considered necessary .
  • Page 6 Intended use The hearing aids are intended as air conduction amplifi- cation devices to be used in everyday listening environ- ments . The hearing aids may be provided with the Zen program intended to provide a relaxing sound back- ground (i .e . music/noise source) for adults who desire to listen to such a background in quiet .

  • Page 7: Acoustic Indicators

    Acoustic indicators The hearing aid may be set to produce a signal to indi- cate the use of certain functions . The signal may be a spoken message or tones . The signal can also be deac- tivated . Functions Default Other settings...

  • Page 8: The Battery

    The battery We recommend zinc-air batteries . Use a size 10 battery for the hearing aid . To obtain replacement batteries, please consult your hearing care professional . It is important to take note of the expiry date and the recommendations on the bat- tery pack regarding disposal of used batteries .
  • Page 9 Use the nail grip to open the battery drawer . Do not press the battery drawer beyond the open position . Place the battery in the drawer so that the small plus (+) sign on the battery is visible when you hold the hear- ing aid as shown .

  • Page 10: Low Battery Indication

    Low battery indication An acoustic indicator will sound when the battery is nearly exhausted, unless this function has been disa- bled (see page 7) . We recommend that you always have a spare battery with you . WARNING Never leave an exhausted battery in the hearing aid . Exhausted batteries may leak, damaging the hearing aid .

  • Page 11: Turning The Hearing Aid On And Off

    Turning the hearing aid on and off The battery drawer of the hearing aid also functions as the on/off switch . Close the battery drawer to turn on the hearing aid . An acoustic indicator will indicate that the hearing aid has been switched on unless this function has been disabled .

  • Page 12: Right/Left Identification

    Right/left identification Your hearing aids will be marked with a red Widex logo for the right ear and a blue logo for the left ear, or they may have a red or a blue shell, respectively . The arrow shows the position of the logo .

  • Page 13: Positioning The Hearing Aid

    Positioning the hearing aid Close the battery drawer completely . Hold your hearing aid by the extrac- tion cord with your thumb and fore- finger . Slowly guide the hearing aid into your ear canal until you feel resistance . Let go of the extraction cord and use the tip of your forefinger to gen- tly push the hearing aid into your...
  • Page 14 If your hearing aid does not fit or sit properly, causing discomfort, irritation, redness or the like, contact your hearing care professional .

  • Page 15: Removing The Hearing Aid

    Removing the hearing aid Gently pull the extraction cord with your thumb and forefinger . If it is difficult, you can try to move the hearing aid carefully from side to side while pulling the extraction cord . It may also help to pull the outer ear backwards and upwards with the opposite hand .

  • Page 16: Volume Adjustment

    Volume adjustment The hearing aid volume is adjusted automatically in accordance with your sound environment . If you have a remote control, you can also adjust the volume manually or mute your hearing aid . Any adjust- ment of the volume setting will be cancelled when your hearing aid is turned off, or when you change program .

  • Page 17: Lost Partner Alarm

    To mute the hearing aid with a remote control: Keep pressing the volume down key on the remote con- trol until the long beep-tone has sounded . Pressing one of the volume keys briefly will bring back the sound . Lost partner alarm (Note: Only applicable if this feature is available and has been activated by your hearing care professional) .

  • Page 18: Programs

    Programs By default your hearing aid has one program . However, with a remote control a number of additional programs, plus the special Zen program called Zen+ can be made available . Please also refer to the user instructions for your remote control .
  • Page 19 Zen program Your hearing aid may be provided with a unique optional listening program called Zen . It makes musical tones (and sometimes a rushing noise) in the background . The Zen program may be used alone (without amplifi- cation) in quiet when you are not required to hear sur- rounding sounds .
  • Page 20 Benefits The Zen program may provide a relaxing listening background for some people . When the Zen program is used in a tinnitus management program, its wearer may experience some relief from tinnitus . Indications for use The Zen program is intended to provide a relaxing sound background (i .e ., music/noise source) for adults who desire to listen to such a background in quiet .

  • Page 21: Switching Between The Listening Programs

    Switching between the listening programs If you have a remote control, you can change programs with a simple push of the program key . Each time you change program, an acoustic indicator will sound unless this function has been disabled . Program…1: Message or one short beep Program…2: Message or two short beeps Program…3: Message or three short beeps...

  • Page 22: Cleaning

    CLEANING The following cleaning accessories are available for cleaning the hearing aid . Ask your hearing care profes- sional which accessories you need . 1 . Brush 2 . Cloth 3 . Wax removing tool with a short and a long end 4 .

  • Page 23: The Hearing Aid

    The hearing aid It is very important for the hearing aid’s performance that it is kept free from earwax and dirt . Clean your hearing aid after use with the soft cloth to keep it dry and clean of earwax or dirt . WARNING Never clean the hearing aid with water or cleaning solutions, as this may cause it to malfunction .
  • Page 24 Below is an example of how the sound outlet, relief vent and microphone opening may be positioned in a hear- ing aid provided with a short vent and a full length vent, respectively . 1 . Sound outlet 2 . Relief vent (short) 3 .

  • Page 25: The Sound Outlet

    The sound outlet It is important that the sound outlet is not blocked by earwax . If it is blocked, do as follows: Remove any visible earwax from around the sound outlet with the small brush or cloth . Do not attempt to clean the wax guard .

  • Page 26: The Relief Vent

    The relief vent If earwax has accumulated in and/or around the relief vent opening, do as follows: Short vent: Clean any earwax from the vent as far as the long end of wax removing tool no . 3 can reach . Full length vent: Clean any earwax from the vent by passing the long...

  • Page 27: The Microphone Opening

    The microphone opening If dirt or earwax has gathered around the microphone opening on the hearing aid front, do as follows: Open the battery drawer and remove the battery . Turn the hearing aid so the open battery drawer is fac- ing downwards .

  • Page 28: Nanocare Tm …Wax…Guard

    NANOCARE WAX GUARD The NanoCare wax guard helps to protect the hearing aid against earwax . Always use NanoCare wax guards with your hearing aid . Otherwise the warranty for your hearing aid will be void . The wax guard consists of the following parts: 1 .

  • Page 29: Changing The Wax Guard

    Changing the wax guard Insert the removal hook into the used wax guard placed in the sound outlet . Pull the wax guard straight out . 1 . Vent opening 2 . Sound outlet 3 . Used wax guard...
  • Page 30 Turn the holder around so that the new wax guard is in position to be inserted . Insert the holder into the opening of the sound out- let and gently press the wax guard into the opening . Then pull the holder straight out .
  • Page 31 Discard the holder with the used wax guard . The frequency with which the wax guard should be changed varies from one individual to another . If you have any questions regarding your wax guard, please contact your hearing care professional . WARNING If the wax guard fits loosely, discard it and insert another .

  • Page 32: Accessories

    ACCESSORIES A variety of assistive listening devices are available for your hearing aid . RC-DEX remote control TV-DEX for listening to TV and audio M-DEX for mobile phone applications and remote control PHONE-DEX for easy landline use* FM+DEX the FM+DEX is a high-quality streaming device designed specifically for Widex hearing aids * Available in some countries only For help in determining whether you could benefit from...

  • Page 33: In…Case…Of…Malfunction

    IN CASE OF MALFUNCTION The following pages contain some quick advice on what to do if your hearing aid stops working or performs unsatisfactorily . If the problems persist, contact your hearing care professional for assistance . Problem Possible cause Solution The hearing The hearing aid is not...
  • Page 34 Problem Possible cause Solution The hearing The hearing aid is not Consult your hearing aid is uncom- placed correctly in care professional on how fortable to your ear canal to place the hearing aid wear correctly in your ear canal . The hearing aid does Contact your hearing not fit your ear prop-...

  • Page 35: Caring…For…Your…Hearing…Aid

    CARING FOR YOUR HEARING AID The hearing aid is a valuable object and should be treated with care . Here are some things you can do to prolong the life of your hearing aid: CAUTION • Turn off your hearing aid when it is not in use . Remove the battery if the hearing aid will not be used for several days .

  • Page 36: Warnings…

    WARNINGS WARNING Hearing aids and batteries can be dangerous if swal lowed or used improperly . Swallowing or improper use can result in severe injury or even fatalities . In case of ingestion, contact a physician immediately . • Keep hearing aids and their parts, accessories and batter- ies out of reach of children and anyone else who might swal- low such items or otherwise cause injury to themselves .
  • Page 37 WARNING • Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type or recharged . Dispose of used batteries according to the instruc- tions . • Never allow others to wear your hearing aid, as this could cause permanent damage to their hear ing . •...
  • Page 38 WARNING • The hearing aid is made of modern non-allergenic materi- als . Nonetheless, in rare cases skin irritation may occur . If you notice skin irritation in or around your ear or ear canal, contact your hearing care professional . •...
  • Page 39 WARNING • Do not wear your hearing aid during radiation, X-rays, MRIs, CT or other medical treatments and scans . The emis- sions from these procedures as well as from other types of radiation, such as that in a microwave oven, can damage your hearing aid and the hearing aid can become very hot .
  • Page 40 WARNING Interference with active Implants • In order to show caution, we advise to follow the guidelines recommended by manufacturers of defibrillators and pace- makers regarding use of mobile phones: • If you wear an active implantable device keep the Wireless Hearing Aids and Hearing Aid Accessories such as wireless remote controls or communicators at least 15 cm away from the implant .
  • Page 41 CAUTION • Your hearing aid has been tested for interference according to international standards . Nevertheless, it is possible that unforeseen interference may occur in the hearing aid due to electromagnetic radiation from other products such as alarm systems, room surveillance equipment and mobile phones . •...

  • Page 42: Advice

    ADVICE NOTE • The hearing aid will not restore normal hearing and will not prevent or improve a hearing loss resulting from organic conditions . However, the hearing aid can help you to make the best possible use of your remaining hearing ability . You should also bear in mind that it can take time to get used to a new hearing aid and new sounds .

  • Page 43: Adapting To Your Hearing Aids

    Adapting to your hearing aids Congratulations for taking the first steps toward restor- ing your communication skills with the purchase of state-of-the-art hearing aids from Widex . Because many of the sounds you may now hear have not been fully audible without hearing aids, we urge you to take a few minutes to perform the following sim- ple activities in the order listed .
  • Page 44 • We hear in our brain, not in our ears . It will take your brain some time to fully adapt to the new sounds you are hearing . It is not unusual, for example, to hear certain sounds, such as your own footsteps, or a newspaper rustling, or the refrigerator humming, that people with normal hearing take for granted and thus don’t consciously process .

  • Page 45: Regulatory…Information

    REGULATORY INFORMATION FCC ID: TTY-C4CIC IC: 5676B-C4CIC Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules . Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation .
  • Page 46 NOTE: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment . This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter . Changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by Widex could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment .
  • Page 47 Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence . L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioé- lectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en com- promettre le fonctionnement .
  • Page 48 Hereby, Widex A/S declares that the C4-CIC, C4-CIC-TR, C3-CIC, C3-CIC-TR, C2-CIC, C2-CIC-TR are in compli- ance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC . A copy of the Declaration of Conformity can be found at: http://www . w idex .com/doc...
  • Page 49 Electrical and electronic equipment (EEE) contains materials, components and sub- stances that can be hazardous and present a risk to human health and the environment when waste electrical and electronic equip- ment (WEEE) is not handled correctly . Do not dispose of hearing aids, hearing aid accessories and batteries with ordinary household waste .

  • Page 50: Additional…Program…Forms

    ADDITIONAL PROGRAM FORMS Programs available in your hearing aid: Program 1: Program 2: Program 3: Program 4: Program 5: Special program:...
  • Page 51 Programs available in your hearing aid: Program 1: Program 2: Program 3: Program 4: Program 5: Special program:...

  • Page 52: Symbols

    SYMBOLS SYMBOLS Symbols commonly used by Widex A/S in medical device labelling (labels/IFU/etc .) Symbol Title/Description Manufacturer The product is produced by the manufacturer whose name and address are stated next to the symbol . If ap- propriate, the date of manufacture may also be stated . Date of manufacture The date when the product was manufactured .
  • Page 53 Symbol Title/Description Keep dry The product must be protected from moisture and/or The product must be kept away from rain Lower limit of temperature The lowest temperature to which the product can be safely exposed . Upper limit of temperature The highest temperature to which the product can be safely exposed .
  • Page 54 Symbol Title/Description CE mark The product is in conformity with the requirements set out in European CE marking directives . Alert The product is identified by R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC as an equipment Class 2 product with some restrictions on use in some CE member states . C-Tick mark The product complies with EMC and radio spectrum regulatory requirements for products supplied to the...
  • Page 56 WIDEX A/S Nymoellevej 6, DK-3540 Lynge, Denmark www . w idex .com Manual no .: É[5qr0w6|d;;a;a] 9 514 0263 001 #01 WIDEX, WIDEX CLEAR, NANOCARE and DEX are trademarks of Widex A/S...

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