sYmboLs the heAring Aid The following symbols will be used throughout the 1. microphone openings 2. on/off function manual: 3. nail grip 4. Sound outlet warning 5. nanoCare wax guard Messages with this heading indicate serious adverse reactions, 6. vent (Not in all models). potential safety hazards and inadequate performance of device .
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intended use The CLEAR hearing aids are intended as air conduction warning This booklet contains important information and instructions . amplification devices to be used in everyday listening Please read this booklet carefully before you start using the environments. The CLEAR hearing aids may be provid- hearing aid .
The battery A right-ear hearing aid has a red Widex logo, and a left- We recommend zinc-air batteries. Use a size 312 bat- ear hearing aid a blue logo. tery for the hearing aid. The arrow shows the position of the To obtain replacement batteries, please consult your logo.
Use the nail grip to push the battery low battery indication compartment cover downwards An acoustic indicator will sound when the battery is and open the cover. Do not press nearly exhausted, unless this function has been disa- the battery compartment cover be- bled (see page 8).
Turning the hearing aid on and off Positioning the hearing aid The battery compartment cover of your hearing aid Close the battery compartment cover completely. also functions as the on/off switch. Hold your hearing aid with your Close the battery compartment cover and push it up- thumb and fore finger.
removing the hearing aid volume adjustment Hold the hearing aid with your The hearing aid volume is adjusted automatically in ac- thumb and forefinger and pull gen- cordance with your sound environment. tly. If you have a remote control, you can also adjust the volume manually or mute your hearing aid.
lost partner alarm master Standard (note: only applicable if this feature has been activat- music For listening to music ed by your hearing care professional). Tv For listening to the TV Comfort Attenuates background noise If one of your hearing aids falls out of your ear, and/ ...
If your needs change over time, the combination of lis- Switching between the listening programs tening programs can be altered. Each time you change program via a remote control, an acoustic indicator will sound unless this function has The Zen program may be used with amplification so been disabled.
CLeAning The hearing aid It is very important for the hearing aid’s performance The following cleaning accessories are available for the that it is kept free from earwax and dirt. hearing aid. Clean your hearing aid daily with 1. Cloth the soft cloth to keep it dry and 2.
The sound outlet We recommend that every time you take the hearing aid out of your ear, you inspect the sound outlet and It is important that the sound outlet is not blocked by the vent openings to ensure that no earwax or dirt has earwax.
The vent nAnoCAre WAx guArd If earwax has accumulated in and/or around the vent opening, do as follows: The NanoCare wax guard helps to protect the hearing aid against earwax. Always use NanoCare wax guards Clean any earwax from the vent with your hearing aid.
Changing the nanoCare wax guard Turn the holder around so that the new wax guard is in position to be Insert the removal hook into the used wax guard placed inserted. in the sound outlet. Pull the wax guard straight out. 1.
ACCessories Discard the holder with the used wax guard. A variety of assistive listening devices are available for your hearing aid. • RC-DEX • TV-DEX The frequency with which the NanoCare wax guard • M-DEX should be changed varies from one individual to an- other.
in CAse of mALfunCtion Problem Possible cause Solution The hearing The battery is nearly Insert a new battery in The following pages contain some quick advice on aid volume is exhausted the hearing aid not powerful what to do if your hearing aid stops working or per- The sound outlet is See page 23 enough...
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Problem Possible cause Solution Problem Possible cause Solution If the hearing The hearing aid is Consult your hearing The hearing a. The DEX is used a. Move the DEX closer aid is uncom- not correctly placed care professional on aids do not beyond the trans- to the CLEAR hearing fortable to...
CAring for Your heAring Aid WArnings The hearing aid is a valuable object and should be warning treated with care. Here are some things you can do to hearing aids and batteries can be dangerous if swal lowed or prolong the life of your hearing aid: used improperly .
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• Never try to open or repair the hearing aid yourself. how to disinfect the hearing aid. Do not under any circum- stances use alcohol, chlorine or similar substances. • Do not use Widex hearing aids in mines or other areas with explosive gases.
AdviCe fCC id: TTy-C4xP iC: 5676b-C4xP noTe • The hearing aid will not restore normal hearing and will not federal Communications Commission Statement prevent or improve a hearing loss resulting from organic This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. conditions.
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à l’intention des autres utilisateurs, il Changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly faut choisir le type d’antenne et son gain de sorte que approved by Widex could void the user’s authority to la puissance isotrope rayonnée équivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne operate the equipment.
Please consult your national Widex distributor for advice on how to dispose of these items. Hereby, Widex A/S declares that this C3-XP is in com- pliance with the essential requirements and other rel- evant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
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