Labex Comfort User Manual, Date: 20 April 2020, # 4
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4.
Basic use
You must insert the battery into the device in order to turn it
on. Take one of the two, included in the package, batteries
and carefully remove the transparencies. Swivel the bottom
cap of the device. Insert the battery by ensuring that the "+"
and "-" signs of the battery and the device match. Swivel the
bottom cap back.
NOTE: Inserting the battery incorrectly will not damage the
device, but it will not work.
When the Top cap of the device touches the throat skin and
you press the Speech Button, the device starts to emit sound.
This allows the proper function of the product.
5.
Finding the sweet spot
A sweet spot is a place where you feel the sound from the electrolarynx
transmits through your neck tissue and your oral cavity with the most
clarity. The easiest way to find your sweet spot is to place the electrolarynx
on your neck in different positions and actuate the sound while you are
pushing the START button. What you are looking for is the place on your
neck, which transmits sound the best. While looking for a sweet spot, it is
crucial that you press it firmly against your neck tissue, so the sound
transmits through your tissue and out your oral cavity. Take your time
finding your sweet spot – this is the most crucial part of learning to use an
electrolarynx. Finding just the right place will set you up for success.
6.
First Words
After you have pinpointed the desired spot, you can start making some
basic sounds. Focus on single vowels first. Over-articulate every sound with
your mouth until you feel comfortable with all the vowels. After that, you
can start practicing short words. Slowly work your way up to sentences and
conversation.
