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Select Hearing Instrument

Size 10 Battery - Yellow

Size 312 Battery - Brown

Size 13 Battery - Orange

Size 312 Battery - Brown

Select Instrument Controls

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Automatic Volume Control p. 21

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Adjustable Volume Control p. 22-24

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Multimemory p. 24

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Combined Volume and Multimemory

Control p. 24-25

Summary of Contents for RIC 10

Page 1: ...RIC Receiver In Canal O P E R A T I O N S M A N U A L ...

Page 2: ...Battery Brown Size 312 Battery Brown Size 13 Battery Orange Size 312 Battery Brown Size 312 Battery Brown Select Instrument Controls Automatic Volume Control p 21 Adjustable Volume Control p 22 24 Multimemory p 24 Combined Volume and Multimemory Control p 24 25 ...

Page 3: ...on and Removal 18 Operation On Off 21 Volume Control Volume Settings 21 24 Multimemory 24 Telephone Use 25 Manual Switching 26 Direct Audio Input DAI 28 Multiflex Tinnitus 30 Accessories Wireless Accessories 32 Hearing System Care Instrument Care Hear Clear 33 34 Service and Repair 35 Troubleshooting Guide 36 Tips for Better Communication 37 Safety Information 40 FDA Information 42 FCC Information...

Page 4: ... Surface Switch 6 Battery Compartment on off control Location of serial number Location of left right side device indicator 7 Retention Lock 8 Location of manufacturer s name and model name 9 Location of left right side receiver indicator 10 Instant Fit Earbud 11 Custom Earmold optional 12 RIC Custom Power Earmold optional RIC 10 Overview ...

Page 5: ...5 4 2 1 3 5 7 10 6 8 9 11 12 RIC 10 Overview ...

Page 6: ... Volume Control 6 Battery Compartment on off control Location of serial number Location of left right side device indicator 7 Retention Lock 8 Location of manufacturer s name and model name 9 Location of left right side receiver indicator 10 Instant Fit Earbud 11 Custom Earmold optional 12 RIC Custom Power Earmold optional Micro RIC 312 Overview Look may vary ...

Page 7: ...RIC 312 Overview IMPORTANT NOTE The micro RIC 312 includes a Multiflex Tinnitus Technology feature that can be enabled Multiflex Tinnitus is turned ON in my hearing system See page 30 4 2 1 3 5 7 10 6 8 9 11 12 ...

Page 8: ...Microphones 5 Rocker Switch 6 Battery Compartment on off control Location of serial number Location of left right side device indicator 7 Retention Lock 8 Location of manufacturer s name and model name 9 Location of left right side receiver indicator 10 Instant Fit Earbud 11 Custom Earmold optional 12 RIC Custom Power Earmold optional ...

Page 9: ...9 RIC 312 Overview 7 10 6 8 9 4 2 1 3 5 11 12 ...

Page 10: ...2 Cable 3 Receiver 4 Microphones 5 Push Button Switch 6 Battery Compartment on off control Location of serial number 7 Retention Lock 8 Location of manufacturer s name and model name 9 Location of left right side receiver indicator 10 Instant Fit Earbud 11 Custom Earmold optional 12 RIC Custom Power Earmold optional ...

Page 11: ...11 RIC 312 Overview 4 2 1 3 5 7 10 6 8 9 11 12 ...

Page 12: ...ophones 5 Push Button Switch 6 Battery Compartment on off control Location of serial number 7 Retention Lock 8 Location of manufacturer s name and model name 9 Location of left right side receiver indicator 10 Instant Fit Earbud 11 Location of left right side device indicator 12 Custom Earmold optional 13 RIC Custom Power Earmold optional ...

Page 13: ...13 RIC 13 Overview 4 2 1 3 5 7 10 6 8 9 11 11 12 ...

Page 14: ...emove the old battery 3 Remove the tab from the new battery 4 Line up the battery s sign flat side of the battery with the on the battery door 5 Close the battery door Battery Indicators An indicator will sound when the battery voltage is low You have approximately five minutes to replace the battery An indicator will sound just before the battery stops working Actual time between low battery indi...

Page 15: ...15 Preparation 1 3 2 4 5 ...

Page 16: ...witch to the left until it clicks and the colored mark is visible To unlock the battery door Slide the recessed switch to the right until it clicks and the colored mark disappears Locking the door is not required for operation My hearing instrument has a tamper resistant battery compartment See below Preparation ...

Page 17: ...TERY INGESTION HOTLINE 202 625 3333 Helpful Hints NEVER FORCE THE BATTERY DOOR SHUT this could result in serious damage if the door will not close securely check that the battery is inserted correctly Do not open the battery door too far or damage is likely to occur Dispose of used batteries immediately in the proper waste or recycling container Batteries vary in size and performance Your hearing ...

Page 18: ...nt over the top of your ear carefully placing it behind your ear fig 2 3 Place the retention lock inside the bowl of your ear fig 3 To remove the earbud or earmold 1 Remove the retention lock from the bowl of your ear 2 Remove the hearing instrument from behind your ear 3 Grasp the receiver with your thumb and forefinger Gently pull out of your ear canal Do not pull with the hearing instrument cas...

Page 19: ...19 Preparation Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4 ...

Page 20: ...n object in it if so please contact your hearing care professional If an actual allergic reaction occurs alternative earmold materials are available contact your hearing care professional Severe swelling discharge from the ear excessive wax or other unusual conditions warrant immediate consultation with a physician ...

Page 21: ...ment has a Power On delay and may require a few seconds to power on You may hear a tone series indicating that your device is fully powered on Volume Control Automatic Volume Control Your hearing system has been set to a specific volume level by your hearing care professional If sounds are generally too loud or too soft please contact your hearing care professional for advice and adjustment ...

Page 22: ...ace push button to control volume To change volume press then release the control surface push button Rocker Switch Volume Control Your hearing system uses the rocker switch to control volume To increase volume press then release the top part of the switch To decrease volume press then release the bottom part of the switch ...

Page 23: ...Some hearing systems can be set for the Right device to increase the volume and the Left device to decrease the volume Ask your hearing care professional if this setting would benefit you Push Button Rocker Switch Control Surface Volume Control Volume Level Tone Level 5 More volume Five beeps plus tone Level 4 Four beeps Level 3 Power on volume level Three beeps Level 2 Two beeps Level 1 Less volu...

Page 24: ...ker switch When you press the control surface push button rocker switch you may hear an alert indicating the device has changed to the next program Ask your hearing professional about your specific hearing programs Combined Volume and Multimemory Control Your hearing device is set up to adjust volume and programs To adjust volume press then release the switch To change Volume Level Tone Optimal vo...

Page 25: ...g Program ____________________ None programs press and hold the switch The hearing aid will cycle through the programs and present indicators Release the switch when you are at the desired program Telephone Use Some hearing instruments are equipped with tools to help you effectively communicate on the telephone Ask your hearing professional about your telephone solution ...

Page 26: ...ight be necessary to move the telephone receiver slightly to find the best reception Once the telephone is removed from the ear the hearing instrument will switch back to the normal listening mode NOTE Consult with your hearing professional if your device does not seem to switch to the telephone setting automatically Manual Switching Manual switching allows you to switch the devices to telephone m...

Page 27: ...ome instances if you encounter whistling feedback tilt the receiver at an angle until the whistling stops Additionally the hearing instrument in the non phone ear ear opposite the phone may switch to a telephone setting to reduce background sounds Your hearing professional can provide instructions and techniques for your specific needs ...

Page 28: ...ect audio input DAI capability This allows you to connect your hearing system to an electronic sound source such as a wireless FM system computer audio or an MP3 player DAI can improve communication and sound quality when reverberation distance and background noise compete with what you want to hear To attach the DAI shoe Snap the DAI shoe on the bottom of the RIC ...

Page 29: ...the battery door To remove the DAI shoe Turn the RIC on the side Grasp the RIC in one hand and the DAI shoe in the other Gently bend at the seam between the DAI shoe and the hearing aid There are many FM systems available to help improve communication in challenging environments Ask your hearing care professional about personal FM systems ...

Page 30: ...l See next page Introduction Multiflex Tinnitus Technology can be used as a part of a tinnitus treatment program Multiflex Tinnitus Technology plays a white noise through the hearing aid The tinnitus stimulus is programmed according to your hearing loss and your hearing care professional can adjust the settings of the tinnitus stimulus to meet your needs Multifunction Switch Your switch can be set...

Page 31: ...ulus Control If your hearing system is set up to adjust volume and tinnitus stimulus adjust volume by pressing then releasing the switch until the desired volume level is reached If your hearing system is set up to adjust multimemory and tinnitus stimulus adjust memory by pressing then releasing the switch until the desired memory is reached To adjust the tinnitus stimulus press and hold the switc...

Page 32: ...ing system These include a remote control as well as wireless connection to your cell phone and entertainment system Consult with your hearing professional to determine if your hearing aids have wireless capabilities and which accessories may be best for you Wireless accessories are only compatible with hearing aids that have wireless technology ...

Page 33: ... a cleaning brush or soft cloth to clean debris from around the switches microphone and battery compartment inspect the receiver earbud or eartip and wax guard regularly Never use water solvents cleaning fluids or oil to clean your instrument Your hearing care professional can provide further information on additional maintenance procedures for your hearing system if needed ...

Page 34: ...lusive earwax protection system uses disposable wax guards The innovative wax guards prevent earwax accumulation in the hearing aid receiver Helpful Hints When not wearing your hearing system open the battery door to allow any moisture to evaporate When not in use remove the batteries completely place your hearing system in the storage container and store In a dry safe place Away from direct sunli...

Page 35: ...operate properly do NOT attempt to fix it yourself Not only are you likely to violate any applicable warranties or insurance you could easily cause further damage Should your hearing system fail or perform poorly check the guide on the next page for possible solutions If problems continue contact your hearing care professional for advice and assistance Many common problems may be solved right in y...

Page 36: ...and receiver with brush Inconsistent Performance Low battery Replace battery Blocked earmold tubing earbud Clean or replace wax guard as needed Unclear Distorted Performance Low battery Replace battery Blocked earmold tubing earbud Clean or replace wax guard as needed Defective hearing instrument Contact your hearing care professional Dead Low battery Replace battery Blocked earmold tubing Clean o...

Page 37: ...only part of how we share thoughts ideas and feelings Reading lips facial expressions and gestures can help the learning process and add to what amplification alone may miss Please review the following simple communication tips For You Move closer to and look at the speaker Sit face to face in a quiet room Try different locations to find the best place to listen Minimize distractions Background no...

Page 38: ...tter hearing with hearing instruments is a learned skill combining desire practice and patience For Your Family and Friends Your family and friends are also affected by your hearing loss Request that they Get your full attention before beginning to speak Look at you or sit face to face in a quiet room Speak clearly and at a normal rate and level shouting can actually make understanding more diffic...

Page 39: ...39 Tips for Better Communication Rephrase rather than repeat the same words different words may be easier to understand Minimize distractions while speaking ...

Page 40: ...rostatic discharges If you use other medical devices or wear implantable medical devices such as defibrillators or pacemakers and are concerned that your hearing instruments might cause interference with your medical device please contact your physician or the manufacturer of your medical device for information about the risk of disturbance Your hearing instruments should not be worn during an MRI...

Page 41: ...fically permitted by the flight personnel Your hearing care professional can enable a special program that allows your hearing aids to work without wireless functionality International Use Your hearing instruments are approved to operate at a radio frequency that is specific to your country or region and might not be approved for use outside your country or region Be aware that operation during in...

Page 42: ...available information concerning the prospective user that the prospective user has any of the following conditions i Visible congenital or traumatic deformity of the ear ii History of active drainage from the ear within the previous 90 days iii History of sudden or rapidly progressive hearing loss within the previous 90 days iv Acute or chronic dizziness v Unilateral hearing loss of sudden or rec...

Page 43: ... statement that states that your hearing loss has been medically evaluated and that you may be considered a candidate for a hearing aid The physician will refer you to an audiologist or hearing aid dispenser as appropriate for a hearing aid evaluation The audiologist or hearing aid dispenser will conduct a hearing aid evaluation to assess your ability to hear with and without a hearing aid The hea...

Page 44: ...ring impairment resulting from organic conditions Use of a hearing aid is only part of hearing habilitation and may need to be supplemented by auditory training and instruction in lip reading In most cases infrequent use of a hearing aid does not permit a user to attain full benefit from it CHILDREN WITH HEARING LOSS In addition to seeing a physician for a medical evaluation a child with a hearing...

Page 45: ...al participating in a Tinnitus Management Program DEVICE DESCRIPTION Multiflex Tinnitus Technology is a software function that generates sound which is programmed into a hearing aid The hearing aid may be used in one of three modes of operation as a hearing aid as a tinnitus treatment device or as a hearing aid and tinnitus treatment device When enabled the Multiflex Tinnitus Technology generates ...

Page 46: ...dvise a prospective sound generator user to consult promptly with a licensed physician preferably an ear specialist before using a sound generator if the hearing care practitioner determines through inquiry actual observation or review or any other available information concerning the prospective user that the prospective user has any of the following conditions i Visible congenital or traumatic d...

Page 47: ...hearing external sounds and speech Multiflex Tinnitus Technology is a tool to generate sounds It is recommended that this tool be used with appropriate counseling and or in a tinnitus management program to relieve patients suffering from tinnitus TINNITUS THERAPY CONCEPTS AND BENEFITS Multiflex Tinnitus Technology can be used as a part of a tinnitus treatment program Multiflex Tinnitus Technology ...

Page 48: ...o offer the appropriate follow up care It is important that you follow your hearing care professional s advice and direction regarding such care WARNING There are some potential concerns associated with the use of any sound generating tinnitus therapy device Among them are the potential for worsening of tinnitus a possible change in hearing thresholds and possible skin irritation at the point of c...

Page 49: ...he device at levels that exceed your comfort level Important notice for prospective sound generator users Good health practice requires that a person with tinnitus have a medical evaluation by a licensed physician preferably a physician who specializes in diseases of the ear before using a sound generator Licensed physicians who specialize in diseases of the ear are often referred to as otolaryngo...

Page 50: ...e received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Note The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment Such modifications could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Hereby Starkey Hearing Technologies declares that the products listed above are in compliance with the essential...

Page 51: ...ic equipment must be handled according to local regulations Starkey Hearing Technologies 6700 Washington Ave South Eden Prairie MN 55344 USA Wm F Austin House Bramhall Technology Park Pepper Road Hazel Grove Stockport SK7 5BX United Kingdom ...

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