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Battery Compartment

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The battery compartment is at the back of the 
device, as indicated. Gently press the tab on the 
battery door until it snaps open. When opening and 
closing the battery door you should never have to 
exert force.

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Inserting a Battery

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1.

Open the battery compartment

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2.

The aNote uses 

size 312 

batteries. Take off the 

sticker from a new battery. 

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3.

Place battery into battery compartment, with the 

+

 sign facing up. 

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4.

Close the battery compartment completely. Your 

device should now be switched 

ON

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1

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2

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3

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7

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4

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Batteries

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Summary of Contents for aNote

Page 1: ...Instruction Manual aNote 2013 Audicus Inc All Rights Reserved ...

Page 2: ...2013 Audicus Inc All Rights Reserved ...

Page 3: ...your high tech hearing aid In order to benefit the most from your Audicus hearing aid please read these instructions carefully This manual contains important information about the aNote If you have any questions feel free to contact us at 888 979 6918 or contact audicus com 3 Welcome ...

Page 4: ...the Ear 10 Memory Programs 12 Cleaning 13 Maintenance and Use 14 4 Troubleshooting 16 Technical Information 18 Returns and Warranty 19 Serial Information 20 Medical Information 21 Warnings and Side Effects 22 Information for Prospective Users 23 Contact 24 Content ...

Page 5: ...or feedback and noise reduction Receiver in Canal Sleek award winning design Comfortable adjustable fit Extended battery life Volume control Bluetooth integration optional The aNote is customized with multiple memory settings for various listening environments Auto Adaptive Microphones Click Dome Push Button Battery Compartment Wax Guard Receiver Unit Click Domes included Introduction ...

Page 6: ...ce the hearing aid behind the ear 4 Insert the ear dome into the ear canal 5 Press the program button for the appropriate listening setting 6 To turn OFF the device open the battery door OR hold the program button for four seconds 7 Do not expose the device to heat or humid environments and keep it away from children To benefit the most from your new hearing aids wear them regularly and allow your...

Page 7: ...g and closing the battery door you should never have to exert force Inserting a Battery 1 Open the battery compartment 2 The aNote uses size 312 batteries Take off the sticker from a new battery 3 Place battery into battery compartment with the sign facing up 4 Close the battery compartment completely Your device should now be switched ON 1 2 3 7 4 Batteries ...

Page 8: ...uns low the device will emit multiple continuous beeps Battery Safety Batteries contain harmful substances that pollute the environment Do not dispose of batteries in household trash Dispose of batteries according to federal and local regulations Never attempt to recharge batteries that are not designed for that purpose Keep batteries away from sources of high temperature Keep batteries away from ...

Page 9: ... it is fully open When the device is not in use we recommend opening the battery compartment in order to preserve battery power Standby Mode The standby mode is another way of preserving battery power Just press the push button for more than two seconds until the device goes into standby To re activate the device simply hold the push button for more than two seconds 9 Switch off Switch On Press Bu...

Page 10: ...ush the dome into your ear until it sits comfortably and the tube lies flat against the side of your head The dome should be just inside the ear canal You should not see it if placed correctly 3 Place the retention guard of the sound tube into the bowl of your outer ear To remove your hearing aid hold the tube and pull it outward 1 2 3 10 Placement in the Ear ...

Page 11: ...Receivers At some point you will have to replace the click domes due to normal wear and tear You will be able to order click domes from Audicus when replacement is needed To remove click dome see page 13 for visual instructions In addition to the click domes you will have to replace the receiver The receiver may last the life of the hearing aid if proper care is taken The receiver has a 1 year man...

Page 12: ...Program 4 Speech in noise When a memory is selected a beeping sound is emitted For example when Memory 1 is selected one beep will sound When Memory 2 is selected two beeps will sound The hearing aid cycles the programs after program 4 program 1 will follow To change programs Press volume button for 2 sec To change volume Press volume button for 1 sec You will hear a series of beeps when you max o...

Page 13: ...nd left thumb to grip receiver With your right index finger and thumb pinch off the dome from the end piece exert caution when removing dome Step 3 Clean excessive earwax and debris Use bush included in order to remove earwax buildup on dome and earwax guard Wipe receiver with cloth to remove moisture Keep hearing dry and clean at all times and do not submerge in water Click domes should be replac...

Page 14: ...omes wet remove the battery and ensure the device is dry before using it again Never subject your device to hairspray perfume gel cream or other cosmetic medical products In areas of high humidity periodically remove the device and put it in a warm place to dry out Temperature Keep your hearing aids away from sources of high temperature at all times Keep it away from fires stoves heating systems b...

Page 15: ... from children and pets Consider a dehumidifier for most effective storage see www audicus com for that Other Do not allow others to use your instrument Do not wear a hearing aid when conducting an X ray or MRI scan Handle the device over a flat surface such as a table to avoid dropping it Do not alter or attempt any repairs on the device as it might void the warranty Maintenance and Use ...

Page 16: ...with a new one à Insert the battery with the facing up à Clean the tubing and eardome à See a physician The sound is distorted or weak Did the battery wear out Did your hearing aid get moist Is the tubing or eardome blocked Are you using the right volume setting Do your have excessive ear wax à Insert a new battery à Dry your hearing aids à Clean the tubing and eardome à Change program or increase...

Page 17: ...n using the telephone Do you have excessive ear wax à Insert it correctly so it sits snug à Try different size eardomes or a tulip dome à Tone down the volume à Create some space between the hearing aid and the object à Position the telephone near but not directly on the hearing instrument à See a physician Battery runs out quickly Did you leave your hearing aid switched on during the night à Swit...

Page 18: ...tection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference t...

Page 19: ...12 month manufacturer guarantee that covers manufacturing defects The guarantee will not be valid if the devices have been modified or damaged by the user or if the serial number has been altered or if repairs have been made without the consent and knowledge of Audicus If your device stops functioning correctly and you believe you have a guarantee case please download and print the return instruct...

Page 20: ... aid To find the serial number in the aNote 1 Open battery door 2 Look inside the hearing aid into the circuit 3 Serial number begins with an alphabetical letter e g BE00131 4 If you have trouble retrieving your hearing aid s serial number email us at contact audicus com Serial Number 1 2 Serial Number Inside ...

Page 21: ...aring loss Spells of acute or chronic dizziness Hearing loss only on one side that worsened in the past 90 days Ear canal blockage a lasting ear infection or a plugged up fullness feeling Audiometric air bone gap equal to or greater than 15 decibels at 500 hertz Hz 1000 Hz and 2000 Hz Pain or discomfort in the ear including skin irritations Ringing in one or both ears within last 90 days Note that...

Page 22: ...onsultation with a physician if these conditions occur Warnings Do not use your hearing system in potentially explosive environments If you experience dizziness drainage or bleeding from the ear or sudden hearing loss see your Physician immediately A hearing system may cause an accelerated accumulation of cerumen earwax Keep hearing systems out of the reach of children pets and individuals with di...

Page 23: ...edical evaluation is to assure that all medically treatable conditions that may affect hearing are identified and treated before the hearing aid is purchased Following the medical evaluation the physician will give you a written statement that your hearing loss has been medically evaluated and you may be considered a candidate for a hearing aid Federal law restricts the sale of hearing aids to tho...

Page 24: ...24 Audicus Inc 50 Harrison Street PH 403 Hoboken NJ 07030 USA Tel 888 979 6918 Email contact audicus com www audicus com Contact Us ...

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