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7. Remove your hearing instrument when applying such things as cosmetics, perfume,
aftershave, hair spray, and suntan lotion. These might get into the instrument and cause
damage.
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. Some drying kits are electric, and
in addition to thoroughly drying out hearing instruments, they help sanitize.
Maintenance for BTE hearing instruments
(in 60, 70, 77, 80, 88 and 90 models)