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Proper Placement in the Ear
• There is a blue indicator for left ear instruments, and a red
indicator for right ear instruments.
• Hold the instrument with your thumb and forefinger,
either on the sides (as shown) or above and below.
• Insert the instrument into your ear canal.
Do not force the instrument beyond a comfortable point.
• Switch on your hearing instrument.
Tip:
Insertion can be easier if you gently pull your ear backward
with your other hand. Opening and closing your mouth while
inserting may also be helpful.
If you need further help, your hearing healthcare professional will be glad to show you
how to insert your hearing instrument correctly.
Note:
If the instrument irritates your ear in any way, please contact your hearing health-
care professional. You should never attempt to modify the shape of the custom shell
yourself.
Removal
• Gently massage behind your earlobe with an upward and downward motion to dis-
lodge the instrument.
• Place your thumb on the bottom and forefinger on the top of the instrument, and
carefully remove the instrument out of your ear canal with a slight “corkscrew”
motion.
By experimenting, you may find a method that is easier for you. Consult your hearing
healthcare professional if you have difficulty removing the hearing instrument.
