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Summary of Contents for Widex Menu ME-CIC/IIC
- Page 1 User instrUctions The MeNU™ SerieS Me-cic/iic-tr • Me-cic/iic model completely-in-canal/invisible-in-canal...
- Page 2 Your WIDEX hEarIng aID (To be filled out by the hearing care professional) … MEnu3 … … MEnu5 … … MEnu10 … Date: ______________________________________ Battery size: 10 Vent: … Short … … Full…length … … none …...
- Page 3 Programs: 6 Master … Music … … TV … … Standard … … acclimatisation … … audibility…Extender … … Zen …...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
ConTEnTS DESCrIPTIon…oF…ThE…hEarIng…aID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Acoustic indicators . - Page 5 nanoCarE…WaX…guarD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 changing the nanocare wax guard .
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Page 6: Description…Of…The…Hearing…Aid
DESCrIPTIon oF ThE hEarIng aID 1 . Microphone opening 2 . Battery drawer 3 . nail grip 4 . on/off function 5 . Sound outlet 6 . nanoCare wax guard 7 . Extraction cord 8 . relief vent (short) 9 . relief vent (full length) - Page 7 Another example of how a full length vent may be positioned. if you need help to identify the serial number (usually six or seven digits) on the product, please contact your hearing care professional . Your hearing aid may be provided with a listening program called Zen .
- Page 8 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 illustrated in this booklet . We also reserve the right to make any changes considered necessary .
- Page 9 Intended use the hearing aids are intended as air conduction amplification devices to be used in everyday listening environments . the hear- ing aids may be provided with the Zen program intended to pro- vide a relaxing sound background (i .e . music/noise source) for adults who desire to listen to such a background in quiet .
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Page 10: Acoustic Indicators
acoustic indicators the hearing aid may be set to produce a signal to indicate the use of certain functions . the signal may be tones (smarttone) or a spoken message (smartspeak)* . the signal can also be deac- tivated . Default other Functions... -
Page 11: 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 battery pack regarding disposal of used batteries . - Page 12 CauTIon Do not use batteries if there is a sticky residue from the tab or other un- wanted substance, as this can cause the hearing aid to malfunction .
- Page 13 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 hearing aid as shown .
- Page 14 You can use the battery magnet provided to steer the battery into place . if the battery drawer does not close easily, the battery is incor- rectly inserted . When changing battery, it is a good idea to hold the hearing aid over a table .
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Page 15: Low Battery Indication
low battery indication An acoustic indicator will sound when the battery is nearly exhausted, unless this function has been disabled (see page 10) . We recommend that you always have a spare battery with you . WarnIng never leave an exhausted battery in the hearing aid . exhausted batter- ies may leak, damaging the hearing aid . -
Page 16: 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 17: 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 18: Positioning The Hearing Aid
Positioning the hearing aid close the battery drawer completely . Hold your hearing aid by the extraction cord with your thumb and forefinger . slowly guide the hearing aid into your ear canal until you feel resistance . - Page 19 Let go of the extraction cord and use the tip of your forefinger to gently push the hear- ing aid into your ear until it rests comforta- bly in your canal . to help position the hearing aid properly you could pull the outer ear backwards and upwards with the opposite hand .
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Page 20: 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 hear- ing aid carefully from side to side while pull- ing the extraction cord . it may also help to pull the outer ear backwards and upwards with the opposite hand . -
Page 21: 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 man- ually or mute your hearing aid . Any adjustment of the volume set- ting will be cancelled when your hearing aid is turned off, or when you change program . - Page 22 WarnIng If the volume in the hearing aid is generally too loud or too weak, or the reproduced sounds are distorted, or if you would like any further information, consult your hearing care professional .
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Page 23: Listening Programs
listening programs By default, your hearing aid contains a Master program . With a remote control you have the option of an extra program, and a number of supplementary programs can also be made available . if this solution is chosen, you can have up to five programs . Master All the automatic functions work to ensure comfort in all listening situations... - Page 24 if your needs change over time, the combination of listening pro- grams can be altered . Zen program Your hearing aid may be provided with a unique optional listen- ing program called Zen . it makes musical tones (and sometimes a rushing noise) in the background .
- Page 25 CauTIon if you perceive a decrease in loudness, tolerance of sounds, speech not as clear, or worsening tinnitus, contact your hearing care professional .
- Page 26 Benefits the Zen program may provide a relaxing listening background for some people . When the Zen program is used in a tinnitus man- agement program, its wearer may experience some relief from tinnitus . Indications for use the Zen program is 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 .
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Page 27: Switching Between The Listening Programs
Switching between the listening programs to change programs via the remote control, press the program key briefly . each time you switch to another program, an acoustic indicator will sound unless this function has been disabled . Program 1: one short beep or message Program 2: two short beeps or message Program 3:... -
Page 28: Cleaning
ClEanIng the following cleaning accessories are available for cleaning the hearing aid . Ask your hearing care professional which accessories you need . 1 . Brush 2 . Cloth 3 . Wax removing tool with a short and a long end 4 . -
Page 29: The Hearing Aid
The hearing aid it is very important for the hearing aid’s performance that it is kept free from ear- wax and dirt . clean your hearing aid daily with the soft cloth to keep it dry and clean of earwax or dirt . - Page 30 When the hearing aid is not in use, keep it in a warm, dry place with the battery drawer open, to ventilate the hearing aid and allow it to dry . We recommend that every time you take the hearing aid out of your ear, you inspect the sound outlet, the microphone opening in the battery drawer and the relief vent opening to ensure that no wax or dirt has gathered there .
- Page 31 Below is an example of how the sound outlet, relief vent and microphone opening may be positioned in a hearing aid provided with a short vent and a full length vent, respectively . 1 . Sound outlet 2 . relief vent (short) 3 .
- Page 32 1 . Sound outlet 2 . relief vent (full length, outlet) 3 . relief vent (full length, inlet) 4 . Microphone opening...
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Page 33: 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 34: The Relief Vent
The relief vent if earwax has accumulated in and/or around the relief vent open- ing, 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 . - Page 35 WarnIng it is important for the performance of the hearing aid that the relief vent is never blocked . Make it a habit to clean the relief vent every day! in rare cases so much earwax can accumulate in the relief vent that the hearing aid sound is affected .
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Page 36: 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 facing down- wards . - Page 37 WarnIng if you suspect that earwax or dirt has migrated through the micro- phone opening and into the actual microphone inside the hearing aid, contact your hearing care professional . Do not insert anything into the actual microphone .
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Page 38: Nanocare…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 nanocare wax guard consists of the following parts: 1 . - Page 39 CauTIon the wax guard is disposable and for one-time use only . Do not attempt to clean or reuse a wax guard . this could damage your hearing aid and/ or cause the wax guard to become dislodged in your ear .
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Page 40: Changing The Nanocare Wax Guard
Changing the nanoCare 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 41 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 outlet and gently press the wax guard into the opening . then pull the holder straight out .
- Page 42 the new wax guard will automatically detach from the holder . Press the hearing aid gently against a flat surface to ensure that the wax guard remains in place . Discard the holder with the used wax guard . the frequency with which the nanocare wax guard should be changed varies from one individual to another .
- Page 43 WarnIng if the wax guard fits loosely, discard it and insert another . if the wax guard becomes dislodged from the hearing aid while in the ear canal, please contact your physician . Do not try to remove the wax guard from your ear canal yourself .
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Page 44: Accessories
aCCESSorIES remote control A remote control gives you a number of additional options . For help in determining whether you could benefit from a remote control, please con- sult your hearing care professional . -
Page 45: 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 aid is the hearing aid is not... - Page 46 Problem Possible cause Solution the hearing aid the battery is nearly insert a new battery in volume is not exhausted the hearing aid battery powerful enough drawer the sound outlet is see page 33 blocked Your ear is blocked by contact your ent doc- earwax tor/physician...
- Page 47 Problem Possible cause Solution the hearing aid is the hearing aid is not consult your hearing uncom fortable to placed correctly in your care professional on how wear ear canal to place the hearing aid correctly in your ear canal . the hearing aid does not contact your hearing fit your ear properly...
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Page 48: 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:... - Page 49 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 . • When the hearing aid is not in use, keep it in its case in a dry location out of reach of children and pets .
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Page 50: Warnings…
WarnIngS WarnIng hearing aids and batteries can be dangerous if swal lowed or used im- properly . 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 batteries out of reach of children and anyone else who might swallow such items or otherwise cause injury to themselves . - Page 51 WarnIng • risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type or recharged . Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions . • never allow others to wear your hearing aid, as this could cause per- manent damage to their hear ing . •...
- Page 52 . • regular use of a de-humidifier is recommended to help avoid mal- function of the hearing aid . • Do not use Widex hearing aids in mines or other areas with explo- sive gases .
- Page 53 WarnIng • Do not wear your hearing aid during radiation, X-rays, MrIs, CT or other medical treatments and scans . the emissions from these pro- cedures 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 54 CauTIon • Your hearing aid has been tested for interference according to inter- national standards . nevertheless, it is possible that unforeseen inter- ference may occur in the hearing aid due to electromagnetic radiation from other products such as alarm systems, room surveillance equip- ment and mobile phones .
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Page 55: 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 . - Page 56 electrical and electronic equipment (eee) contains materials, components and substances that can be hazardous and present a risk to human health and the environment when waste electrical and elec- tronic equipment (Weee) is not handled correctly . Do not dispose of hearing aids, hearing aid accessories and bat- teries with ordinary household waste .
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Page 57: 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 appropriate, the date of manufacture may also be stated . - Page 58 Symbol Title/Description Catalogue number the product’s catalogue (item) number . Serial number the product’s serial number . * Keep away from sunlight the product must be protected from light sources and/or the product must be kept away from heat Keep dry the product must be protected from moisture and/or the product must be kept away from rain lower limit of temperature...
- Page 59 Symbol Title/Description upper limit of temperature the highest temperature to which the product can be safely exposed . Temperature limits the highest and lowest temperatures to which the product can be safely exposed . Consult instructions for use the user instructions contain important cautionary infor- mation (warnings/precautions) and must be read before using the product .
- Page 60 Symbol Title/Description WEEE mark “not for general waste” When the product is to be discarded, it must be sent to a designated collection point for recycling and recovery . CE mark the product is in conformity with the requirements set out in european ce marking directives .
- Page 61 Symbol Title/Description Interference electromagnetic interference may occur in the vicinity of the product . *the six- or seven-digit number on the product is the serial number . se- rial numbers may not always be preceded by...
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