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Daily maintenance
It is important to keep your hearing instrument clean and dry. On a daily basis, clean
the hearing instruments using a soft cloth or tissue. In order to avoid damage due to
humidity or excessive perspiration, the use of a drying kit is recommended.
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Cleaning earmolds
1. Remove the earmold and attached tubing from the hearing instruments prior to
cleaning.
2. Clean the earmold using a mild soap, and rinse with lukewarm water.
3. After cleaning, dry earmolds thoroughly and remove any residual water and
debris from the tubing utilizing an air bulb and wire loop.
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Note: Earmold tubing may become stiff, brittle, or discolored over time. Contact
your hearing care professional regarding tube changes.
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Cleaning thin tubes and domes
1. Remove thin tubes from hearing instruments before cleaning by
unscrewing them counter clockwise.
2. Wipe down thin tubes and domes with a damp cloth.
3. In order to clear the thin tube of moisture and debris, push the black cleaning
rod through the thin tube, beginning at the end opposite the dome.
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