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Do

 

store the instruments overnight in a hearing aid 

dehumidifier to absorb moisture.

Do

 always carry spare batteries.

Do

 replace the battery when the low-battery warning begins.

Do

 always care for your instrument as outlined in this manual.

Do

 dry the battery contacts with a cotton swab in cases of 

humid weather or heavy perspiration.

Do

 safely store hearing instruments when not in use. Keep 

them out of the reach of small children and pets.

Don’t

 leave your hearing instruments on the radiator, near 

a stove, in a sunny window, in a car or in any other hot place. 
Excessive heat and cold can damage the instruments.

Don’t 

wear your hearing instrument when applying hair 

spray, using the hair dryer or at the salon/spa.

Don’t

 wear the hearing instruments when having medical 

tests done such as MRI, X-rays or CT scans; as different types 
of radiation may damage the hearing instrument.

Don’t 

wear the instruments while taking a bath, shower, spa 

treatment or while swimming.

Don’t

 store the instruments in the bathroom during a shower 

or near a steam room as moisture created by the steam may 
cause damage.

Do’s and Don’ts

Summary of Contents for Arro

Page 1: ...I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L Advanced Technology Excellent Versatility Listening Comfort rev 1 1 06 16 ...

Page 2: ... MEMORY B _____________________________________ MEMORY C _____________________________________ MEMORY D _____________________________________ TYPE OF HEARING AID __________________________ _______________________________________________ SIZE OF HEARING AID ___________________________ _______________________________________________ ORIGINAL WARRANTY EXPIRES ___________________ _____________________...

Page 3: ...w hearing instruments and the renewed world of sounds you will experience The adjustment time varies for each individual and may be as little as a couple of weeks to as long as several months Allow yourself time to become familiar with those sounds you have not heard for a long time Before operating your hearing instruments please read this manual thoroughly Each hearing instrument has its own uni...

Page 4: ...ings 4 Adaptive Directionality 4 Telephone Use Cell Phone Compatibility 5 Care and Storage 6 9 Do s and Dont s 10 Troubleshooting 11 Binaural Amplification 12 Children with Hearing Loss 12 Warranty Information 13 14 Service and Repair 14 Notice to Prospective Users 15 Notice to Healthcare Providers 16 Notes 16 ...

Page 5: ...e it attaches to the ear bud and gently push the ear bud into your ear canal until it is just inside the canal Step 3 Place the retention guard of the sound tube receiver unit into the bowl of your concha Microphone Digital Sound Processor Memory Push Button 312 Battery Compartment Wax Guard Removable Retention Guard Removable Retention Guard Receiver Unit Sound Tube Ear Bud ...

Page 6: ...ly monitors battery life When the battery becomes low the low battery warning sequence consisting of 3 double beeps is initiated After the warning beeps are complete normal operation resumes The low battery warning sequence will repeat again 10 minutes after the initial warning it s now time to insert a new battery Hearing aid batteries are most easily purchased from your hearing healthcare provid...

Page 7: ...nsert the battery with the side up matching to the on the battery compartment door Step 3 Gently swing the door into the closed position The compartment should close easily Do not force it It is important that the battery is inserted correctly If the battery compartment door does not easily close the battery is not seated correctly Do NOT try to force the door shut close gently The life of your he...

Page 8: ... located on your instrument An audible signal indicates the specific settings for your listening environment When you turn on your hearing instrument it will automatically start in program 1 Your hearing healthcare professional will program the instrument for you as the specific setting you wish to use Adaptive Directionality If your hearing aid is equipped with Adaptive Directionality it automati...

Page 9: ...ndard ANSI C63 19 2006 American National Standard Methods of Measurement of Compatibility Between Wireless Communications Devices and Hearing Aids the compatibility of a particular hearing aid and cell phone can be predicted by adding the rating for the hearing aid immunity to the rating for the cell phone emissions For example the sum of a hearing aid rating of 2 M2 T2 and a telephone rating of 3...

Page 10: ...y openings on the instruments Inserting Dome Insert dome over the tube receiver tip as shown in image Make sure dome is fully seated before inserting aid in ear Incorrect dome placement may result in injury Note The performance of individual hearing aids may vary with individual cell phones Therefore please try this hearing aid with your cell phone or if you are purchasing a new phone be sure to t...

Page 11: ...ment is weak or not working you may need to replace the wax guard as outlined in this manual Inspect the RU and wax guard daily for any visible damage If any damage has occurred or the wax guard comes off inside the ear contact your hearing care professional for immediate help The above instructions should be performed daily Removing and Inserting a Wax Guard Your RU is protected from debris and e...

Page 12: ...placed once a month or as needed Caution Make sure that the new wax guard is firmly in place in the RU Improper insertion can result in the wax guard falling off and becoming lodged in the ear canal If this happens contact your hearing healthcare provider immediately to have it removed Do not attempt to remove it by yourself Cleaning Thin Tube and Bud Remove the sound tube from the hearing instrum...

Page 13: ...t may accelerate the accumulation of ear wax This can easily be removed by your physician or in some cases your hearing healthcare provider Caution Your hearing instruments are NOT water resistant NEVER swim bathe or shower while wearing them or otherwise immerse in water Caring For Your Instrument Hearing instruments are exposed to moisture in the form of humidity and perspiration while being wor...

Page 14: ...your hearing instruments on the radiator near a stove in a sunny window in a car or in any other hot place Excessive heat and cold can damage the instruments Don t wear your hearing instrument when applying hair spray using the hair dryer or at the salon spa Don t wear the hearing instruments when having medical tests done such as MRI X rays or CT scans as different types of radiation may damage t...

Page 15: ...osition and the receiver module is placed properly into the ear canal Excessive earwax and improperly sized tips or molds can cause whistling Move hand or other flat objects away from the ear adjust clothing collar that may be interfering with sound travel Sound is Distorted or Unclear Intermittent Sound Replace the battery Hearing instruments may have a poor battery contact or may not be programm...

Page 16: ...on Hearing instruments are the most commonly chosen option to improve hearing loss Today s hearing instruments are quite small in size and feature sophisticated electronics that accommodate a wide variety of hearing losses Nature gave us two ears for a reason and since the majority of people who have a hearing loss are affected in both ears two binaural hearing instruments are typically recommende...

Page 17: ...re provider and proper use by the owner Any implied warranty shall be limited to one year from date of purchase The only entity or individual who is authorized to perform the warranty obligations is the manufacturer All in house warranty work performed by the manufacturer will be done within a reasonable period of time If warranty work is performed and there appears to be a defect malfunction or f...

Page 18: ... we will assist you in finding one in your area If you are unable to visit a hearing healthcare provider you may send your hearing aids directly to the manufacturer Before planning to return your instruments for repair please refer to the troubleshooting chart in this book Many times these solutions can prevent the time and cost associated with a repair If you need to send your instruments directl...

Page 19: ...g the medical evaluation the physician will give you a written statement that your hearing loss has been medically evaluated and that you may be considered a candidate for a hearing instrument A hearing specialist will conduct an evaluation to assess your ability to hear The hearing instrument evaluation will enable the hearing specialist to select and fit a hearing instrument to your individual n...

Page 20: ...s 90 days History of sudden or rapidly progressive hearing loss within the previous 90 days Acute or chronic dizziness Unilateral hearing loss of sudden or recent onset within the previous 90 days Audiometric air bone gap greater than or equal to 15 decibels at 500 Hertz Hz 1000 Hz and 2000 Hz Visible evidence of significant cerumen wax accumulation or a foreign body in the ear canal Pain or disco...

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