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Receiver-in-Canal Family of Products

Hearing Healthcare Provider

Made in U.S.A.

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Clear Conversations

Natural Sounds

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Advanced Technology in Hearing

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RIC

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Summary of Contents for FINO RIC 12

Page 1: ...althcare Provider Made in U S A I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L Clear Conversations Natural Sounds Superior Comfort Advanced Technology in Hearing Advanced Technology in Hearing www auditiva us RIC 112 Fino Instruc Manual_ENGLISH Layout 1 8 20 12 5 28 PM Page 1 ...

Page 2: ...Receiver in CanalFamilyofProducts RIC 112 Fino Instruc Manual_ENGLISH Layout 1 8 20 12 5 28 PM Page 3 ...

Page 3: ...sary your hearing healthcare provider can 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 little as a couple of weeks to as long as several months Allow yourself time to become fami...

Page 4: ...1 Caring for Your Instrument 13 Removing Inserting a Wax Filter 13 Telephone Use 16 Cell Phone Compatibility 16 Do s and Don ts 18 Troubleshooting 20 Binaural Amplification 22 Children with Hearing Loss 23 Warranty Information 24 Service and Repair 25 Notice to Prospective Users 26 Notice to Providers 27 Serial Numbers 29 Owner Information 30 112 Fino Instruc Manual_ENGLISH Layout 1 8 20 12 5 28 P...

Page 5: ...hearing instruments should fit comfortably and easily over the top of your ears Your hearing healthcare provider will provide instruction on proper insertion and removal Step 1 To properly wear your new hearing instrument hold the base of the receiver unit RU with the thumb and index finger allowing the RU to be free to easily insert into the ear canal Step 2 At this point the instrument is invert...

Page 6: ...t body over the top of your ear while pressing it gently against the head as shown in illustration 3 Step 4 Correctly placed your hearing instrument will be virtually invisible to those with whom you speak Make sure again that the RU is still properly positioned in your ear canal Illustration 4 Step 5 If your RU has a retention guard be sure it is secure inside the bowl of your ear arrow in illust...

Page 7: ...nded for optimal performance Batteries should NOT be stored in a refrigerator or dehumidifying device Such storage could cause leakage and damage the batteries Important Always discard used batteries Small batteries can be harmful if swallowed Keep batteries out of the reach of pets and small children In case of ingestion contact your physician Battery Information Left And Right Instruments To tur...

Page 8: ...emove them immediately and replace them with new batteries Batteries may be purchased through your hearing healthcare professional When your hearing instruments are not in use open the battery compartment to prevent excessive battery drain and ventilate the instruments To replace your hearing instrument battery follow these steps Step 1 Lift the notch at the edge of the compartment and carefully s...

Page 9: ...al Features Memory Program Settings Environmental Settings Unique listening programs specially designed to maximize your listening in a particular environmental situation including noisy restaurants music listening places of worship etc A Multi Memory push button is required to take advantage of more than one environmental listening memory See the back of this booklet for exact setup of memory set...

Page 10: ...use cotton swabs to clean your ears due to the risk of pushing the wax deeper into the ear canal Caution Your hearing instruments are NOT water resistant NEVER swim bathe or shower while wearing them or otherwise immerse in water The following instructions will assist in extending the life of your hearing instruments You should inspect your hearing instruments daily and clean them periodically to ...

Page 11: ...uments in a cool dry place The original container or a hearing instrument dehumidifier is recommended Removing and Inserting a Wax Filter Your RU is protected from debris and earwax by a replaceable wax filter Daily the receiver unit tip should be gently brushed to remove debris that may have lodged in the wax filter as outlined in the Cleaning Your Hearing Instrument section in this manual Over t...

Page 12: ...phone as you normally do holding the phone up to your ear In some cases you may need your hearing instrument programmed with a specific telephone setting If this feature is important to you ask your hearing healthcare professional to adjust one of the available memory programs to assist your telephone requirements Telephone Use Some hearing aid users have reported a buzzing sound in their hearing ...

Page 13: ...hasing a new phone be sure to try it with your hearing aid prior to purchase For additional guidance please ask your cell phone provider for the booklet entitled Hearing Aid Compatibility with Digital Wireless Cell Phones Do store the instruments overnight in a hearing aid dehumidifier to absorb moisture Be sure and remove batteries first Do always carry spare batteries Do replace the battery when...

Page 14: ...d Don ts of Hearing Instruments No Sound Ensure that hearing instruments are turned on Replace the battery Ensure that there is no wax or debris built up clean or replace the wax guard as instructed in this manual Not loud enough Replace the battery Ensure that there is no wax or debris built up clean or replace the wax guard as instructed in this manual Ensure the hearing instrument is placed in ...

Page 15: ...oughly Contact your hearing healthcare professional Discomfort Check to be sure you have the instrument inserted correctly following the steps outlined in this manual Contact your hearing healthcare professional to have the fit checked for the receiver unit Changing Memory Program Issue May be caused by a weak battery replace the battery Contact your hearing healthcare professional if problem cont...

Page 16: ...or if any repairs have been made without authorization This warranty does not include a promise of specific hearing improvement because that depends upon your audiologic needs proper fitting and adjustments by your hearing healthcare provider and proper use by the owner Any implied warranty shall be limited to one year from date of purchase The only entity or individual who is authorized to perfor...

Page 17: ...g 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 purpose of a medical evaluation is to assure that all medically treatable conditions that may affect hearing are identified and treated before the hearing instrument is purchased Following the medical evalua...

Page 18: ...ic deformity of the ear History of active drainage from the ear within the previous 90 days 28 27 Notice to Prospective Users continued Notice For Hearing Healthcare Providers History of sudden or rapidly progressive hearing loss within the previous 90 days Acute or chronic dizziness Unilateral hearing loss of sudden or recent onset within the previous 90 days Audiometric air bone gap greater than...

Page 19: ...EIVER UNIT SIZE ORIGINAL WARRANTY EXPIRES HEARING HEALTH CARE PROVIDER Serial Number 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 30 29 112 Fino Instruc Manual_ENGLISH Layout 1 8 20 12 5 28 PM Page 37 ...

Page 20: ...Notes 112 Fino Instruc Manual_ENGLISH Layout 1 8 20 12 5 28 PM Page 39 ...

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