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M

RIC

Mini-Behind the Ear 

(Mini-BTE)

Hearing Instruments

Small, contemporary design

Excellent for active lifestyle

Natural, Open-fit

I N S T R U C T I O N   M A N U A L

ver: 1.0

09.01.11

Hearing Healthcare Provider

P. O. Box 180877

Casselberry, FL  32718-0877

audina.net

MICROPHONE & RECEIVER IN-THE-EAR

045 Cue MRIC Instruction Manual:Layout 1  10/17/11  3:01 PM  Page 1

Summary of Contents for CUE MRIC

Page 1: ...gn Excellentforactivelifestyle Natural Open fit I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L ver 1 0 09 01 11 Hearing Healthcare Provider P O Box 180877 Casselberry FL 32718 0877 audina net MICROPHONE RECEIVER IN THE EAR 045 Cue MRIC Instruction Manual Layout 1 10 17 11 3 01 PM Page 1 ...

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Page 3: ...ual hearing loss to precisely fit your hearing and communication requirements If necessary your hearing healthcare provider may make further modifications to enhance your listening experience A period of adjustment may be needed to become accustomed to your new hearing instruments and the renewed world of sounds you will experience The adjustment time varies for each individual and may be as littl...

Page 4: ...11 Cell Phone Compatibility 11 Telecoil Option 13 Cleaning Your Instrument 14 Care and Storage 18 Do s and Don ts 19 Troubleshooting 21 Service and Repair 23 Binaural Amplification 25 Children with Hearing Loss 26 Notice to Prospective Users 27 Notice to Providers 28 Warranty 29 Serial Numbers 33 Owner Information 34 Table of Contents 045 Cue MRIC Instruction Manual Layout 1 10 17 11 3 01 PM Page ...

Page 5: ...need to close the battery door after inserting a battery To turn your hearing instrument off open the battery door slightly to the first click as shown in the illustration This will disengage the battery and turn off the hearing instrument In fact when the hearing instrument is not in use it is recommended to open the battery door completely and remove the battery This helps to prevent excessive b...

Page 6: ...ature When the battery in your hearing instrument is low you will hear a series of warning tones a few minutes before the battery goes dead It is recommended that you install a fresh battery at this time Replacing a battery is possible with the battery compartment door completely opened Battery Information To replace your hearing instrument battery follow these steps Step 1 Lift the notch at the e...

Page 7: ... children In case of ingestion contact your physician or call the National Button Battery Hotline at 202 625 3333 The left and right hearing instruments can be identified by the color coding on the MRIC module Red Right ear Blue Left ear Your Cue MRIC instrument should fit comfortable and easily over the top of your ears Your hearing healthcare provider will provide instruction on proper insertion...

Page 8: ... causing feedback or whistling Together you and your hearing healthcare provider will determine the soft dome that suits you best during your fitting The soft dome is made of silicone and can be replaced when necessary One of the most common hearing instrument repairs is for damage to the receiver due to earwax The Cue MRIC soft domes have a built in wax protection system that prevents the intrusi...

Page 9: ...Your Cue instrument may be set for a single touch double touch or cover and touch Your hearing healthcare professional will program the instrument during your initial fitting for the style of touch you prefer SoftTouch Technology To change between the memories gently tap the ear with your hand with fingers together A tone will be heard indicating the number of the new memory that was entered After...

Page 10: ...hone rating of 3 M3 T3 would result in a combined rating of 5 Any combined rating that equals at least 5 would provide normal use a combined rating of 6 or greater would indicate excellent performance The immunity of this hearing aid is M4 The equipment performance measurements categories and system classifications are based upon the best information available but cannot guarantee that all users w...

Page 11: ...nd clean them periodically to control wax buildup To clean very gently wipe the surface with a soft dry cloth or moist cleaning wipes made especially for hearing instruments Do not allow water or liquid to enter any openings on the instruments Cleaning Your Instrument If your home local theaters auditoriums lecture halls or place of worship are equipped with an inductive loop system the optional t...

Page 12: ...ur hearing healthcare professional To clean the instrument body and MRIC module Clean daily with a soft dry lint free cloth In case of visible dirt wipe with special moist cleaning wipes made specifically for hearing aids Be careful to avoid moisture entering the small holes for the microphone or the speaker this could damage the hearing instrument To clean the soft dome The soft domes should be c...

Page 13: ...fying system or drying kit approved by your hearing healthcare provider is recommended These accessories may be purchased from your hearing healthcare provider The most common causes of hearing instrument repair are wax and moisture If you are encountering recurrent repairs please discuss the various wax moisture prevention systems and accessories with your hearing healthcare provider At night Ope...

Page 14: ...tlined in this manual The Do s and Don ts of Hearing Instruments Do dry the battery contacts with a cotton swab in cases of humid weather or heavy perspiration Do safely store hearing instruments when not in use Keep them out of the reach of small children and pets Do remove your hearing instruments if you are going to have X rays at your dentist or medical facility It is best to keep them outside...

Page 15: ...ring loss can affect how you hear with a hearing aid Contact your hearing healthcare provider if you suspect any change in your hearing status Whistling Feedback Ensure that hearing instruments are properly placed up behind the ear and the MRIC module is put into the ear canal Excessive earwax and improperly sized instruments can cause whistling Contact your hearing healthcare provider Sound is Di...

Page 16: ...r to the troubleshooting chart on the preceding pages Many times these solutions can prevent the time and cost associated with a repair Service and Repair Information If you need to send your instruments directly to the manufacturer carefully pack your instruments in a sturdy box and send it to Audina Hearing Instruments Inc P O Box 180877 Casselberry FL 32718 0877 You must include your current ph...

Page 17: ...y to locate a sound source in noisy and normal listening conditions Increased ability to understand speech in noisy and normal listening conditions A sensation of balanced hearing Talk with your hearing healthcare provider about what is best for you Even the best technology can t do the work of two ears Binaural Amplification Children with Hearing Loss In addition to seeing a physician for a medic...

Page 18: ...ious 90 days 27 Notice to Prospective Users Good health practice requires that a person with a hearing loss have a medical exam by a licensed physician who specializes in diseases of the ear before purchasing a hearing instrument Licensed physicians who specialize in the diseases of the ear are often referred to as Otologists Otolaryngologists ear nose and throat ENT or Otorhinolaryngologists The ...

Page 19: ...d to use in conflict with the owner s or user directions rough treatment exposure to moisture damp or extreme thermal or environmental conditions or rapid changes in such conditions corrosion oxidation non permissible alterations or connections non permissible openings or repairs repairs made with non permissible replacement parts incorrect use improper installation accidents spilling of food or l...

Page 20: ...ttery was subjected to a short cir cuit or that the connecting pieces of the battery housing or cells were broken or show evidence of tampering or that the battery was used in another device than that for which it is intended Any implied warranty shall be limited to one year from date of purchase The only entity or individual who is authorized to perform the warranty obligations is the manufacture...

Page 21: ...IRES HEARING HEALTHCARE PROVIDER Each hearing instrument has its own unique number located on the exterior of the hearing aid The first two digits of the serial number represent the year in which the instrument was manufactured Interpretation of Serial Number Name of Aid Company CUE 06 XXXXXX Denotes Year 045 Cue MRIC Instruction Manual Layout 1 10 17 11 3 01 PM Page 41 ...

Page 22: ...35 Notes 045 Cue MRIC Instruction Manual Layout 1 10 17 11 3 01 PM Page 43 ...

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