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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Welcome to Better Hearing ............................................................3
Types of Hearing Instrument Technology ..........................................4
BTE Identification ..........................................................................5
BTE Styles (Standard, Power, High-Power) ........................................6
BTE Styles (Free & Open) ...............................................................7
Free/Open Fit Instruments ..............................................................8
Power Instruments ........................................................................10
Using your BTE Hearing Instruments ...............................................12
Inserting and Removing the Hearing Instrument ...............................15
Hearing Instrument Features.....................................................16-18
Using the Telephone ....................................................................19
Direct Audio Input System ............................................................20
Binaural Amplification .................................................................20
Battery Size ................................................................................21
Maintenance and Care ................................................................21
Listening Tips ..............................................................................22
Tips on Batteries ..........................................................................23
Hearing Instrument Care ..............................................................24
Daily Cleaning ...........................................................................25
Hearing Instrument Warnings .......................................................26
Troubleshooting ..........................................................................27
Warranty and Service .................................................................28
Warning to Hearing Health Professionals .......................................29
Important Notice for Prospective Hearing Aid Wearers ....................30
Follow-Up Visits...........................................................................31
Owner Information ......................................................................32
Wireless Information...............................................................33-34
