Important Notice for Users
Good health practice requires that a person with hearing loss has a medical evaluation by a licensed physician (pref-
erably a physician specializing in diseases of the ear) before purchasing a hearing aid. Licensed physicians who
specialize in diseases of the ear are often referred to as otolaryngologists, otologists, 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 aid is purchased. Following the medical evaluation, the doctor will give you
a written document stating that your hearing loss has been medically evaluated and that you may be considered a
candidate for a hearing aid. The doctor will refer you to an audiologist or a hearing aid dispenser, as appropriate, for
a hearing aid evaluation. The audiologist or hearing aid dispenser will conduct a hearing aid evaluation to assess your
ability to hear with and without a hearing aid. The hearing aid evaluation will enable the audiologist or dispenser to
select and fit a hearing aid to your individual needs. If you have reservations about your ability to adapt to amplifica-
tion, you should inquire about the availability of a trial/rental or purchase/option program.
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Do not modify this equipment without the authorization of the manufacturer.
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Never use your hearing aids when engaging in contact sports. The risk of injury is very high in the event of a knock
on an ear with a hearing device.
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Hearing aids should only be used as directed by your physician or hearing health-care professional.
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Hearing aids may fail suddenly and without prior warning (e.g., in case of a defect or depleted battery), particularly in
situations where you must hear acoustic sound.
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