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BTE

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

HIT PRO/HIT

Summary of Contents for BTE with Corda2

Page 1: ...BTE INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE HIT PRO HIT ...

Page 2: ...ith the most advanced hearing technology in the market Contents Instrument View BTE 312 5a Instrument View BTE 13 5b Instrument View BTE Power 5c Instrument View BTE with Corda2 5d Changing batteries 7 Turning your instrument ON and OFF 9 Left Right ear marking 10 Putting on your instrument with earmold 11 Putting on your hearing instruments with a Corda2 thin tube 12 Push button 13 Programs Optio...

Page 3: ...2 FM 28 Caring for your hearing instrument 30 How to change Corda2 thin tube 35 Cleaning your hearing instrument with Corda2 thin tube 36 Daily maintenance with Corda2 thin tube Domes 37 Changing the Corda2 Dome 38 Avoiding heat humidity and chemicals 40 Seven easy steps to better hearing 41 Common problems and their solutions 46 Warnings Yellow Pages Microphone openings Push button Volume Control...

Page 4: ...5b Instrument view BTE 13 Battery size 13 Microphone openings Push button Volume Control Optional Earmold Battery door Sound hook Plastic tube Sound outlet Ventilation opening ...

Page 5: ...5c Instrument view BTE Power Battery size 13 Microphone openings Push button Volume Control Optional Earmold Battery door Sound hook Plastic tube Sound outlet Ventilation opening ...

Page 6: ...h Corda2 Not available for BTE Power Thin tube Dome Ear grip Microphone openings Battery door Your ear piece Custom Mold Plus dome Open dome Small Medium Large Battery size 312 Battery size 13 Push button Volume Control Optional ...

Page 7: ...hen the battery power is low you will hear 2 beeps This pre warning starts when the battery has only a few hours of operation left The pre warning will be repeated in moderate intervals to indicate it is time to change the battery If the battery runs out the instrument turns off When that happens 4 beeps are played to indicate that the instrument is no longer operating This is not an indication of...

Page 8: ...re use When you change the battery it will take a few seconds before the battery works to full capacity MultiTool Turning your instrument ON and OFF Turn ON your hearing instrument by closing the battery door completely with the battery in place When the battery door is closed the instrument will start up by playing a jingle This indicates that the battery is working and the instrument is operatin...

Page 9: ...nt color markings may be applied inside the battery door A blue dot marks the LEFT instrument A red dot marks the RIGHT instrument Putting on your instrument with earmold Place the tip of the earmold in your ear canal twisting slightly making sure that the top part of the earmold A is pushed behind and under the fold B of your ear Gently pull up your ear and press the earmold in the direction of t...

Page 10: ...the hearing instrument behind your ear 1 Hold the bend of the tube between your thumb and index finger 2 The dome should point towards the ear canal opening Gently push the dome into your ear canal until the sound tube sits close against the side of your head Position the ear grip in the concha using your index finger Look 3 in a mirror If the sound tube is sticking out from your ear the dome has ...

Page 11: ...when you switch to program 2 eee Three beeps when you switch to program 3 eeee Four beeps when you switch to program 4 The push button on your hearing instrument can be programmed to one of 3 functionalities Left Right Program shift Short push to change program Volume control Short push to adjust the volume Both volume control and program shift Short push to adjust the volume and long push about 2...

Page 12: ...me control may be activated The volume control allows you to adjust the volume in specific listening situations to the level you feel comfortable with To increase volume short press on the upper part of the push button To decrease volume short press on the lower part of the push button You will hear a beep when you increase or decrease the volume When the hearing instrument is turned on it starts ...

Page 13: ...he button briefly again Use the stand by function if you need to silence the instrument while you have the instrument on Note pushing either side of the button will set the instrument on stand by IMPORTANT NOTICE Do not use the stand by function as a switch off as the hearing aid still draws power from the battery in this mode OR Push 3 sec ...

Page 14: ...ver in the MultiTool to turn the tamper resistant screw to the locked position To unlock the battery door Use the screwdriver in the MultiTool to turn the tamper resistant screw to the unlocked position The battery door can be opened as usual Important Do not force the battery door beyond its fully opened position Insert the battery correctly Excessive force can deform the battery door which will ...

Page 15: ... designed only to be opened by using a tool Use the MultiTool to unlock the door by inserting it into the slit in the bottom of the hearing instrument and push on the door to open Important Do not force the battery door beyond its fully opened position Insert the battery correctly Excessive force can deform the battery door which will reduce its tamper resistant effectiveness ...

Page 16: ...oil is meant for telephone conversations and for loop systems in e g theaters churches or lecture rooms The telecoil is activated by the push button as switching between programs When activated you will hear a certain number of beeps corresponding to the telecoil program See Programs for where the telecoil program is placed ...

Page 17: ...e telephone receiver must have a special magnet fitted Please follow the separate instructions for mounting the magnet which is available from your Hearing Care Professional WARNING If you use an Auto Phone magnet Keep magnets out of reach of children and pets If a magnet is swallowed see a doctor immediately Do not keep the magnet in a breast pocket and always keep it 12 inches away from active i...

Page 18: ...instrument will automatically switch to a combination of a DAI program and the microphone input of the instrument IMPORTANT NOTICE When the DAI is connected to mains operated equipment this equipment must comply with IEC 60065 IEC 60601 or equivalent safety standards If you would like the DAI program alone you can switch to the next program by using the program switch button As long as the DAI ada...

Page 19: ...essional When the FM receiver is connected and turned on the instrument will automatically switch to a program that receives signals from the microphone in combination with an external wireless FM transmitter If you would like to receive input from the FM transmitter alone you can advance to the next FM program by using the program switch button With the FM receiver mounted the push button of the ...

Page 20: ...keep it over a soft surface to avoid damage if you drop it Before retiring at night Make sure that there is no ear wax in any of the earmold openings since it may reduce the hearing instrument s efficiency Open the battery door to allow air to circulate Cleaning the instrument The multi purpose tool contains a brush for the special purpose of cleaning your instruments This should be used to ensure...

Page 21: ...andle Brushes can be purchased from your Hearing Care Professional The hearing instrument itself must never be washed or immersed in water or other liquids Washing the earmolds The earmolds should be washed regularly Disconnect the earmold and the tubing from the sound hook of the hearing instrument Wash the earmold in lukewarm water using a mild soap Do not use strong detergents Rinse with water ...

Page 22: ... versa for the right ear instrument Replacing the tubing The tubing in the earmold should be replaced when it becomes yellow or stiff Consult your Hearing Care Professional in relation to this How to change Corda2 thin tube Pull tube out of the Hearing Instrument 1 Push tube into the Hearing Instrument 2 Correct 3 IMPORTANT NOTICE The hearing instrument itself must never be washed or immersed in w...

Page 23: ...l in the tube all the way through Remove the tool and push the tube into the hearing instrument Daily maintenance with Corda2 thin tube Domes The dome should not be cleaned When you require a fresh clean dome remove the existing one and put on a fresh one We recommend the dome to be replaced at least once a month or as directed by your Hearing Care Professional ...

Page 24: ...our hearing instruments The cleaning tools should only be used for cleaning the tubing when it is detached from the hearing instrument and not on the ear The dome must be properly attached to the sound tube before inserting it in your ear Failure to follow the instructions could result in injury If the dome is not correctly attached and falls off in the ear Please see your hearing care professiona...

Page 25: ...ng instrument If you use lotion be sure to wipe your hands dry before putting on your hearing instrument Seven easy steps to better hearing It takes time to adjust to a new hearing instrument How long this adjustment takes differs from person to person It will depend on a number of factors such as whether you have had a hearing instrument before and the degree of your hearing loss In the quiet of ...

Page 26: ... In such situations therefore focus your attention on the person you want to hear If you miss a word ask the speaker to repeat Telecoil use in church theater or cinema 5 An increasing number of churches theaters and public buildings may have loop systems installed These systems send out wireless sound to be received by the telecoil in your hearing instrument Typically a sign will let you know whet...

Page 27: ...ain a good result while using your mobile telephone your Hearing Care Professional should be able to give you advice on available accessories to enhance listening capabilities Use your hearing instruments all day long The best way to ensure better hearing is to practice listening until you can wear your hearing instruments comfortably all day In most cases you will not get the full benefit of the ...

Page 28: ...let Clean earmold pg 32 36 Intermittent or reduced sound Clogged sound outlet Clean earmold pg 32 36 Moisture Wipe battery and instrument with dry cloth pg 40 Worn out battery Change battery pg 7 Clogged damping filter in hook Contact your Hearing Care Professional for assistance Squealing noise Hearing instrument inserted improperly Reinsert hearing instrument pg 11 Ear wax accumulated in ear can...

Page 29: ...earing instrument to your Hearing Care Professional who may well be able to sort out minor problems and adjustments on the spot Cell Phone Some hearing aid users have reported a buzzing sound in their hearing aids when they are using cell phones indicating that the cell phone and hearing aid may not be compatible According to the ANSI C63 19 standard ANSI C63 19 2006 American National Standard Met...

Page 30: ...gnetic field strength of the transmitter is 42 dBμA m 10m The emission power from the radio system is well below international emission limits for human exposure For comparison the radiation of the hearing instrument is lower than unintended electromagnetic radiation from for example halogen lamps computer monitors dishwashers etc The hearing instrument complies with international standards concer...

Page 31: ...g instrument Hearing instruments and batteries can be dangerous if swallowed or used improperly Such actions can result in severe injury permanent hearing loss or can even be fatal Hearing instruments their parts and batteries are not toys and should be kept out of reach of children and anyone who might swallow these items or otherwise cause injury to themselves Never change the battery or adjust ...

Page 32: ...only as directed and adjusted by your Hearing Care Professional Misuse can result in sudden and permanent hearing loss Never allow others to wear your hearing instrument as incorrect wrongful usage could cause permanent damage to their hearing Battery use Always use batteries recommended by your Hearing Care Professional Batteries of low quality may leak and cause bodily harm Never attempt to rech...

Page 33: ...ant notice for prospective hearing instrument users Good health practice requires that a person with a hearing loss have a medical evaluation by a licensed physician preferably a physician who specializes in diseases of the ear before purchasing a hearing instrument Licensed physicians who specialize in diseases of the ear are often referred to as Otolaryngologists Otologists or Otorhinolaryngolog...

Page 34: ... line disturbances airport metal detectors electromagnetic fields from other medical devices and eletrostatic discharges permit you to wear a hearing instrument for a period of time for a nominal fee after which you may decide if you want to purchase the hearing instrument Federal law limits the sale of hearing instruments to those individuals who have obtained a medical evaluation from a licensed...

Page 35: ...g fitting and using a hearing instrument where maximum sound pressure capability exceeds 132 dB SPL IEC 711 as there may be risk of impairing the remaining hearing of the hearing instrument user Hereby Oticon A S declare that this hearing instrument is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999 5 EC Declaration of comformity is available at Oticon...

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