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Inserting and Removing the Instruments
Hold the instrument between your thumb and
index finger (see figure 3). Turn down the volume
(if applicable) to reduce feedback (a whistling
sound). (See note on page 6.) With the face of
the instrument facing away from the ear, place
the canal portion into your ear canal. Gently work
the instrument into its proper position by slightly
twisting until it is firmly seated in your ear. Lightly
press inward for a secure and comfortable fit (see
figure 4).
When removing the instrument, reverse the
insertion process. It often helps to push on
the back of the ear to help release the hearing
instrument.
Inserting and Removing the CIC Hearing
Instrument
With the removal cord on the bottom, guide the
CIC into your ear canal (see figure A). Once it’s
in the ear canal, lightly pull on your earlobe and
Figure 3
Figure 4
Figure A
Figure B
Removal
Cord
Removal
Cord
