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ELIX K1V MINI

v 1.0

Summary of Contents for ELIX K1V MINI

Page 1: ...USER MANUAL facebook com ceretone ceretone co service ceretone co Please read this user manual thoroughly and completely before using the product ELIX K1V MINI v 1 0 ...

Page 2: ...with your loved ones or even just the ability to get by with your day to day tasks We re here to help you reconnect and take back control of your life with the ELIX K1V hearing aids Thank you for choosing Ceretone Welcome Before you can begin your journey back to better hearing please set some aside some time to read this manual carefully prior to operating your hearing aids ...

Page 3: ... Turn On Off Fault Self Check Tables Charging Wear Removal Amplification Levels Maintenance Cleaning Hearing Aids Care Charging Case Care Service Repair Using Your Hearing Aids Tips For Better Communication Troubleshooting Technical Specification Maintenance Storage Disposal FDA Requirements Warranty 1 2 3 3 4 7 8 9 10 14 24 25 26 10 11 12 17 18 18 20 21 22 23 27 28 ...

Page 4: ...d Grades of Hearing Impairment A speech frequency pure tone average average hearing thresholds at 0 5 1 2 and 4 kHz of greater than 25 dB hearing level HL in both ears was defined as hearing loss per the World Health Organization s criteria and this is the level at which hearing loss begins to impair communication in daily life What is Hearing Loss 1 ...

Page 5: ...d your ear It amplifies environmental sounds such as voices or activity so that a person with hearing loss can listen communicate and participate more fully in daily activities as well as help people hear better in both quiet and noisy situations What is a Hearing Aid 2 ...

Page 6: ...roduct This device is an amplifying device and is not a therapeutic medical product This device can neither prevent nor alleviate organic hearing loss The hearing aid can be used in indoor and outdoor environments Any patients needing hearing compensation as determined by a doctor can use these hearing aids but the patients must be 18 years old or older For the patients with skin sensitive to sili...

Page 7: ...wing situations Patients with chronic suppurative otitis media CSOM congenital ear atresia or any type of ear discharge This hearing aid can only be used for compensating patients with hearing impairment it does not have hearing therapeutic value NOT to be used at max volume a sustained period may cause discomfort or injury Keep small parts hearing instrument ear domes battery or other detachable ...

Page 8: ...arranty Do not use at high volume for extended periods of time ear injury can result Special care must be taken because this hearing aid is a high output type If you experience any pain or strong discomfort using the devices remove and consult a doctor Routine maintenance to keep the device clean is required Ensure that ear tips and sound collecting holes are free of debris and moisture at all tim...

Page 9: ... not touch the hearing aids to any type of magnet or magnetized object Your hearing aids are delicate electronic instruments and may be damaged by contact with strong magnetic fields Do not touch the inside The inside of the hearing aid contains many delicate parts that are precision adjusted Never pry the inside of the hearing aid with a needle or similar object Do not attempt to open or repair t...

Page 10: ...he ear canal external auditory meatus or a large amount of foreign bodies in external auditory meatus 2 Deafness is unstable and the degree of hearing loss often fluctuates 3 Persistent headaches dizziness earaches tinnitus or other symptoms that are not suitable for adaptation 4 Sudden onset of hearing loss within the past 3 months rapid progressive deafness unilateral hearing loss or other acute...

Page 11: ... should be placed in a case with a desiccant if possible protected from light high temperature and high humidity environment as well as from falling The external surfaces of the hearing aid should be kept clean and the earwax in the ear domes should be cleaned out daily The volume control knob should be used correctly turn it as lightly as possible avoid excessive force If your ears feel uncomfort...

Page 12: ...n explosive or oxygen enriched atmospheres as doing so may damage the device Warning that it should only be used by intended person as using hearing aids designed for someone else may result in hearing damage USB cable 1 piece Ear tips 6 pieces Cleaning tool 1 piece Charging case 1 piece User manual 1 piece Notice III ACCESSORY KIT 9 ...

Page 13: ...ob to the OFF position If the power is too low to work please put the hearing aid in the charging case to charge The knob can switch the power as well as the volume please always turn it off when not in use How to use hearing aids 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Notice Please turn off the hearing aid when charging If whistling feedback occurs please check if your hearing aid is being worn according to the right ste...

Page 14: ...How To Use Your Device 11 Table 1 Hearing aid failure self checking table Table 2 Charging case fault self checking table ...

Page 15: ... of the charging case lights up When the blue light in the battery icon marked Case is on it indicates the status as follows When the blue light blinks the case is charging When the blue light is all lit and stops blinking the case has completed charging When using the adapter to charge the charging case the hearing aids are charging as well II CHARGING How To Use Your Device 12 ...

Page 16: ...NOTE Always use the original accessories provided by Ceretone Change or replace the accessories if worn out or damaged as the safety and effectiveness of the device may be reduced 13 ...

Page 17: ...e device When correctly positioned the blue cradle light will turn on and the hearing device indicators on the display screen of the charger will scroll then show the charge level How To Use Your Device FINDING THE PERFECT FIT Grasp the body of the device between your thumb and index finger With your other hand grasp the regular size ear tip on one side at the bottom and peel it up and away from t...

Page 18: ...sert the device into your ear hold it with your thumb and index finger grasping the removal cord 2 Gently insert the tip of the device into your ear canal Softly press it into place with your finger REMOVAL 1 Grasp the removal cord and gently pull 15 III WEAR REMOVAL ...

Page 19: ...s be gentle and don t ever force it Make sure that the ear tip is correctly attached prior to inserting the device In rare cases the ear tip could remain in your ear after removing the device If this happens have the ear tip removed by a healthcare professional If you apply hairspray or cosmetics please do so BEFORE inserting the ELIX K1V devices otherwise they could clog the microphone Likewise i...

Page 20: ...kin The skin contacting parts of this hearing aid are made of a special material designed to minimize skin irritation However in rare cases allergic reactions may occur which can lead to eczema There is discharge from the ear during hearing aid use or treatment of the ear has become necessary Hearing capability has suddenly deteriorated markedly 2 In rare cases the ear tip could remain in your ear...

Page 21: ...nlight Do not leave the devices in a humid place for a long time such as the bathroom Take care not to poke the microphone holes with any sharp objects to avoid damage Do not disassemble or attempt any repairs by yourself Doing so will void your warranty 3 Cleaning a Cleaning the Ear Tips Remove any earwax buildup using the enclosed tool Wipe clean with a tissue or soft cloth b Cleaning Tool Use a...

Page 22: ...ck this area to make sure it is clean If you see any lint or wax you can also clean this area with the microfiber cloth DON T SHARE YOUR HEARING AIDS For hygienic reasons please do not do this KEEP ELIX K1V DRY Before placing your devices in the charger make sure the devices are completely dry Long term exposure to moisture can harm your devices Let your devices air dry or dry them with a dry clot...

Page 23: ...ing Charging Case Care Keep your charger clean Heat moisture and foreign materials can result in poor performance Using the provided cleaning brush to keep the charging ports clear of debris Do not use water solvents or cleaning fluids to clean the charging ports Keep the lid closed as much as possible to avoid dust and debris build up Store your charger in a clean and dry location i e a dresser o...

Page 24: ... ear tip Now that the ear tips are removed use a dry cloth to wipe the nose clean Take the clean ear tip in your other hand Face the base of the ear tip toward the nose push and twist it all the way on making sure to cover the orange markings on the device SERVICE REPAIR If for any reason your hearing aids do not operate properly do NOT attempt to fix it yourself You may cause further damage and a...

Page 25: ...ng to protect your ears when you use it for the first time The volume is optimal when you can hear clearly and comfortably 3 Clean Your Hearing Aid Regularly As an everyday item for you your device needs to be cleaned frequently Firstly out of consideration for your health Secondly for the quality of sound when you use your device Regularly cleaning your device is good for your user experience hea...

Page 26: ...ing to speak Please look at me or sit face to face in a quiet room with me Please speak clearly in a normal rate and level because shouting can actually make understanding more difficult Rephrase rather than repeat the same words different words may be easier to understand Minimize distractions while speaking Your family and friends are also affected by your hearing loss they can also do something...

Page 27: ...24 Troubleshooting ...

Page 28: ...rovisions of the EC directive 93 32 EEC Medical Device Directive and the Harmonize Standard as IEC 60601 1 IEC 60601 2 66 IEC 60118 7 IEC 60118 13 EN ISO 10993 1 5 10 EN ISO 14971 and FCC CFR 47 Part 15 Subpart B Class B Optional Accessories List Adapter 1 Input 100 240V 50 60Hz 0 2A Output 5V 0 2A 1W Technical Specification 25 ...

Page 29: ... and will terminate any claim to warranty Warning No modification of this equipment is permitted Storage 1 Always store your devices in the Charging Case when not in use 2 Do not store or expose the device and or case to extreme hot cold temperatures moist humid environments or shock vibration 3 Keep the devices and case in following environmental ranges 10 110ºF 90 RH 700 1060hPa Disposal Please ...

Page 30: ...to consult promptly with a licensed physician preferably an ear specialist before dispensing a hearing aid if the hearing aid dispenser determines through inquiry actual observation or review of any other 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 dra...

Page 31: ...or refurbished product or C provide a partial or full refund of the original purchase price to you in exchange for return of the product This warranty does not cover defects or damage arising from improper use or maintenance normal wear and tear commercial use accident or external causes Unauthorized repair modification or customization of your product voids this warranty For warranty service on c...

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