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Receiver-in-Canal
Hearing Instruments

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Summary of Contents for Receiver-in-Canal Hearing Instrument

Page 1: ...Receiver in Canal Hearing Instruments User Manual ...

Page 2: ...sed with our product If this Hearing Instrument is being purchased for an infant or young child please confirm with your Audiologist or Hearing Care Provider that it is recommended for this purpose and to ensure appropriate supervision and use of the product Hearing Aid Information Serial Number Left Right Battery Size Left Right Purchase Date Left Right Dispenser Info stamped here ...

Page 3: ...nging the volume 15 Learning volume preference feature 16 SoundLearning feature 16 Changing the program 16 Directional microphone system 18 Operating Your Hearing Instrument Programmable Features Wireless functionality 20 Push button on off 22 Power on delay 22 Low battery indicator 22 Volume control alert tones 23 Program change alert tones 23 Listening Tips 24 Maintenance and Care 26 Using the d...

Page 4: ...fit your ear Your instrument will look similar to the following illustrations Fig 1 and 2 Safety information Caution Risk of injury caused by incorrect use of domes Always wear the receiver unit with the dome Make sure that the dome is completely attached to the receiver unit If the dome remains in the ear after removal of your hearing instrument have it removed by a medical professional Replace t...

Page 5: ...es battery size serial number location and features associated with the operation of your new hearing instruments More information about these features is located in the Operation section of this manual Identification information Your hearing instruments have a serial number engraved on them The location of the serial number will vary according to the style of hearing instrument you have chosen Re...

Page 6: ... have a red dot where the receiver unit attaches to the hearing instrument Fig 5 Changing the battery Refer to the feature card or check with your Audiologist or Hearing Care Provider to determine the battery size for your hearing instrument To insert the battery into the hearing instrument open the battery compartment with your fingernail as shown Fig 6 Swivel open the battery compartment door In...

Page 7: ...ble batteries If using a standard battery remove the backing tab only when you are ready to use it If using a rechargeable battery charge it before the first use Battery tips If a battery is accidentally swallowed seek medical attention immediately or call the National Battery Hotline collect at 202 625 3333 Quebec residents call le Centre Antipoison at 800 463 5060 Always use the recommended batt...

Page 8: ...ately one year depending on individual use NOTE Do not attempt to charge standard non rechargeable batteries NOTE The hearing instrument must be turned off then on after removing from the charger This is required to turn the instrument on Fig 11 Turning the instrument on and off Off On Turning the hearing instrument on or off To turn the hearing instrument on insert a battery into the hearing inst...

Page 9: ...able battery ePocket remote control e2e wireless Power on delay Low battery indicator Volume control alert tones Program change alert tones OPTIONAL FEATURES PROGRAMS PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES Program number Listening environment Refer to the Active User Manual for information on Optional Features and Programmable Features Battery options shown below rechargeable 1 2 3 4 Receiver unit Dome Charging co...

Page 10: ...e feature retains information on when and how you adjust the volume on your Siemens hearing instruments programmed for manual adjustment Over time your hearing system will automatically adjust to that preferred volume in each listening program For more information about this feature speak with your Audiologist or Hearing Care Provider SoundLearning feature if applicable SoundLearning allows all th...

Page 11: ...e cover Directional microphone system According to your hearing needs your Siemens hearing instrument can be adjusted to focus on sounds in front of you directional mode for when you are having a face to face conversation in a noisy environment The hearing system can also be adjusted for when you are in more quiet environments and want to hear the sounds around you omnidirectional Your Audiologist...

Page 12: ... In addition wireless technology automatically adjusts the system to change both hearing instruments simultaneously to adapt to different listening situations The wireless functionality also enables use of an optional remote control Note The performance of the wireless functionality could be temporarily affected when in close proximity to electromagnetic noise sources such as a computer monitor or...

Page 13: ...u to turn them on and off using the program button To turn the instrument off using the program button press and hold the button for 3 5 seconds To turn it back on press and hold the program button for 3 5 seconds Please note that after having turned the hearing instrument off using the program button you must wait approximately 10 seconds for the system to reset before turning it back on again by...

Page 14: ... increase your usage throughout your normal routine each day You may find that a quiet environment is more comfortable in the beginning of the adjustment period Gradually introduce new listening environments as your ears become accustomed to hearing instrument amplification If you are a new hearing instrument user be aware that there are sounds both pleasant and unpleasant that you may not have he...

Page 15: ... benzene or any other liquid or household cleaning agent to clean your instruments as it may cause damage to them Always store your hearing instruments and Receiver Unit inside the case Remove the batteries to prevent damage from corrosion when storing hearing instruments for an extended period of time Store the instruments in a dry area preferably at room temperature If you perspire heavily or li...

Page 16: ...or Hearing Care Provider or physician immediately Fig 19 Replacing the dome Cleaning instructions for domes Cerumen ear wax on the dome may affect sound quality Listen for any changes in how your hearing instrument is performing If wax has built up it can be easily removed with the cleaning cloth or a soft tissue Fig 18 Do not use water alcohol benzene or any other liquid or household cleaning age...

Page 17: ...not recommended to remove the receiver unit for everyday use Your Audiologist or Hearing Care Provider will change the receiver unit as needed Replacing the domes click dome receivers Exchanging domes The packaging of your dome has a slot on one side to remove the dome from the receiver Insert the receiver Tilt the receiver towards the packaging Click the tip of the receiver unit into the new dome...

Page 18: ... fits securely Lower volume with the remote control Clean or change dome OR contact your Audiologist or Hearing Care Provider Lower volume with the remote control Open then close battery compartment Charge or replace battery Gently close the battery compartment completely Charge or replace battery Make sure battery is inserted correctly Wait 15 seconds and check again Clean instrument and or chang...

Page 19: ...ten statement that your hearing loss has been medically evaluated and that you may be considered a candidate for hearing instruments The physician will refer you to an Audiologist or Hearing Care Provider as appropriate for a hearing instrument evaluation The Audiologist or Hearing Care Provider will conduct a hearing instrument evaluation to assess your ability to hear with and without hearing in...

Page 20: ...ng loss of sudden or recent onset within the previous 90 days Audiometric air bone gap equal to or greater than 15 decibels dB at 500 Hertz Hz 1000 Hz and 2000 Hz Visible evidence of significant cerumen accumulation or a foreign body in the ear canal Pain or discomfort in the ear Special care should be exercised in selecting and fitting a hearing instrument whose maximum sound pressure level excee...

Page 21: ...nd repairs so necessitated will be done on a parts and labor cost basis Please Refer to the warranty card included with your hearing instruments for warranty period effective dates Your Siemens RIC hearing instruments may have additional loss and damage coverage Please consult your Audiologist or Hearing Care Provider to determine if this is applicable to your hearing instruments Procedure In case...

Page 22: ... Inc 320 Pinebush Road Cambridge ON N1T 1Z6 www siemens ca hearing Siemens Appareils auditifs inc 320 Pinebush Road Cambridge Ontario N1T 1Z6 www siemens ca hearing Legal Manufacturer Siemens Audiologische Technik GmbH Gebberstrasse 125 91058 Erlangen Germany Global Business Unit Siemens Audiologische Technik GmbH Gebberstrasse 125 91058 Erlangen Germany Phone 49 9131 308 0 Global Siemens Headquar...

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