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Operating instructions

HD85

Before use, please read these instructions to help you

get the best out of your HearingDirect.com hearing aid

V1.0  June 2011

Содержание HD85

Страница 1: ...Title Operating instructions HD85 Before use please read these instructions to help you get the best out of your HearingDirect com hearing aid V1 0 June 2011 ...

Страница 2: ...en one of the best products available Please familiarise yourself with the information in this guide It contains important instructions for proper use and care technical performance information and other general information about your hearing system Microphone filter Battery door and On Off switch Sound outlet and wax guard Extraction cord ...

Страница 3: ...s It may take as long as several months for your brain to get used to all the new sounds around you Following these suggestions will give your brain time to learn how to interpret amplification and increase the benefits you get from using a Hearing Direct HD85 hearing system Wear the system regularly in order to get comfortable with using it Begin by wearing your system for short periods of time i...

Страница 4: ...nt in the ear Page 6 7 Using the telephone Page 8 Removing the battery Page 9 Inserting the battery Page 10 Battery safety Page 11 Maintenance and cleaning Page 12 13 General advice Page 14 16 Troubleshooting Page 17 18 General precautions Page 19 4 ...

Страница 5: ...ur hearing instrument When the door is fully closed the instrument is on To turn the instrument off place your fingernail under the nail grip and pull gently to open it completely Tip To reduce battery consumption turn the instrument off when it is not in use Switch off the instrument 5 ...

Страница 6: ...l the bottom of your ear down with your thumb and finger While pulling the ear down carefully insert the earpiece canal tip first rotating the earpiece slightly until a comfortable seal in the ear is achieved Do not attempt to force the earpiece too far into the ear canal ...

Страница 7: ... in any way and prevents you from wearing your hearing instrument please contact us Never attempt to modify the shape of your hearing instrument yourself To remove the hearing instrument from your ear simply hold the extraction cord with your thumb and forefinger and gently pull out ...

Страница 8: ...ential for this problem your system is equipped with feedback suppression which greatly reduces the chance of feedback Further measures to avoid feedback include positioning the phone close to the hearing instrument but not directly on the instrument If there is feedback it may take a few seconds for the instrument s signal processing to adapt This technique may require practice 8 ...

Страница 9: ...tely with your fingernail under the nail grip and pull gently to open it completely Remove the used battery from the battery compartment Tip Hold the instrument over a table or a soft surface in case the battery falls out Your HD85 takes a size 10A battery 9 ...

Страница 10: ...tment A magnifying glass and good lighting may be helpful in seeing these small markings Close the battery compartment tightly but do not use force it should close very easily Your hearing system should now be on Tip Removing the battery when the instrument is not being worn will help prevent corrosion of the battery contacts Corrosion can decrease efficiency causing excessive battery consumption ...

Страница 11: ... diminished mental capacity Keep batteries away from pets Do not place batteries in your mouth If a battery has been swallowed consult a GP immediately Do not expose batteries to temperature extremes Do not dispose of batteries in fire Do not attempt to recharge batteries which are not specifically designated rechargeable or reverse a battery s polarity ...

Страница 12: ...id exposing your instrument directly to moisture such as rain or water from the shower If your instrument does get wet or if it has been exposed to high humidity or perspiration it should be left to dry out overnight with the battery out and the battery compartment open Alternatively you could store the instrument in a dry aid kit available from www hearingdirect com When you are not using your in...

Страница 13: ...Maintenance and cleaning Cleaning the sound outlet When the sound outlet wax guard becomes blocked with wax use a dry cloth or the brush provided to clean the wax away 13 ...

Страница 14: ...t in water or other liquids If perspiration or humidity is an issue you may find it beneficial to use a drying kit specially designed for hearing systems Temperature extremes Do not expose your hearing system to extremes of heat Some typical situations to avoid 14 Do not wear your hearing system when using a hair dryer Do not leave your hearing system in your car or in direct sunlight Do not attem...

Страница 15: ... If you use cleaning products only use those recommended by your hearing healthcare professional as housing can be damaged by certain cleaning agents such as mineral acids hydrocarbons benzol esters alcohols and ketones Debris from Daily Hygiene Routines It is suggested you not wear your hearing system while applying the following hairspray cosmetics colognes perfumes sunscreens insect repellent e...

Страница 16: ...ive treatment with X rays or MRI Wearing an instrument might cause an increased production of earwax In rare cases the anti allergenic materials may cause skin irritation If so or if in doubt consult your GP or ENT consultant Repairs If your Hearing Direct HD85 malfunctions it must be repaired by a qualified technician Do not attempt to open the case of the hearing instrument since this would inva...

Страница 17: ... a hat too close to the instrument Is your ear full of wax No sound Is the instrument switched on Is there a battery in the instrument Is the battery still good Is the sound outlet blocked Is your ear full of wax Cause Possible Remedy Switch it on Insert a battery Replace it with a new one Clean the sound outlet Visit your GP Move your hand away or create some more space between the instrument and...

Страница 18: ...torted spluttering or weak Is the battery dead Is the battery dirty Did your instrument get moist Battery drains very quickly Did you leave your hearing instrument switched on at night Is the battery old Cause Possible Remedy Always switch off the instrument at night Check the date on the battery packaging Replace it with a new one Clean it or use a new one Use a desiccator ...

Страница 19: ...her corresponding scanning procedures Other types of radiation burglary alarms room surveillance systems radio equipment mobile telephones etc will not damage the instrument They could however momentarily affect the sound quality or create strange sounds from the instruments Warning Do not wear the instrument in mined or other explosive areas unless those areas are certified for hearing instrument...

Страница 20: ...Supplied by Hearing Direct Ltd The Estate Office Stockbridge Road Sutton Scotney Hants SO21 3JW Puretone Ltd ME2 4FR ...

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