Cochlear Baha Attract System User Manual

Manufacturer:

Cochlear Bone Anchored Solutions AB

Regional offices:

Cochlear Ltd (ABN 96 002 618 073) 1 University Avenue, Macquarie University NSW 2109, Australia Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Cochlear Americas 13059 E Peakview Avenue, Centennial, CO 80111, USA Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Cochlear AG EMEA Headquarters, Peter Merian-Weg 4, 4052 Basel, Switzerland Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]

Local offices:

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Cochlear Europe Ltd
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Cochlear (HK) Limited Unit 1810, Hopewell Centre, 183 Queens Road East, Wan Chai, Hong Kong SAR Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]
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P.R. CHINA Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]

Cochlear Limited (Singapore Branch) 6 Sin Ming Road, #01-16 Sin Ming Plaza Tower 2, Singapore 575585 Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]
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Baha, Baha Divino, Baha Intenso and Vistafix are registered trademarks of Cochlear Bone
Anchored Solutions AB. Cochlear, Hear now. And always and the elliptical logo are either
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© Cochlear Bone Anchored Solutions AB 2013. All rights reserved. APR13. Printed in Sweden.

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Welcome

This guide includes tips and advice on how to best use and care for your Cochlear™
Baha® sound processor when using a magnet to connect it to your implant. By reading
this manual and keeping it handy for future reference, you’ll ensure that you get the
most benefit out of your Baha sound processor.

NOTE: This manual is to be seen as a complement to the sound processor manual part

A and does not replace it.

Introduction

This guide includes instructions on:

• Placing the SP magnet and sound processor

• Care, cleaning and maintenance

• Using accessories

• Troubleshooting

Note on figures: The figures included on the
front and back covers correspond to sections of
information in this manual which are common
to all Baha sound processors. Please reference
the appropriate figure when reading. The sound
processor images shown are representative only
and not to scale. The appearance of the sound
processor included in your kit may vary.

Your kit includes
the following items:

• Cochlear Baha sound processor

• Pack of batteries

• Safety line

• Share the Experience test rod

• Document pack (user manual, warranty card,

registration card, MRI card)

• Abutment cleaning brush
(not to be used with magnetic retention system)

• Abutment cover
(not to be used with magnetic retention system)

The exact items depend on your specific type of
processor.

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Placing the SP magnet and
the sound processor

See figure

The SP magnet is a round disk that is attached to
the sound processor to keep it in place over the
implant under your skin and to transfer sound
from the sound processor to the implant.

Use the tilt technique to safely and comfortably
connect and disconnect your sound processor to
the SP magnet, thereby reducing pressure on the
snap connector and SP magnet.

To connect your sound processor:

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It may be easier to turn the processor on before
placing it behind your ear.

To remove it from your head, grasp the SP magnet
with the sound processor still attached.

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Hold the SP magnet with one hand, or put it

on a flat surface.

Hold the sound processor with the buttons

positioned upwards, tilt it and gently snap it
into place on the SP magnet.

Make sure that the marking on the SP magnet

is facing upwards and place the SP magnet
and sound processor over the implant behind
your ear.

To remove the sound processor from the SP

magnet, place one finger under the sound
processor and gently tilt until it releases.

Note:

• During the initial period of use it is
recommended to gradually increase the time
of use of the SP magnet to allow the skin to
adapt to the pressure from the SP magnet.
If any irritation is noted the SP magnet
should be removed in order to let the skin
rest for a while. If discomfort and/or skin
irritation persist, contact your hearing care
professional.

• Make sure that the marking on the SP magnet
is always facing upwards to ensure good
retention.

See figure

• To avoid feedback (whistling), ensure that the
sound processor is not touching any other
items, such as glasses or a hat.

• It is recommended to wear a safety line
attached to the sound processor to reduce the
risk of loss or damage.

• For optimal retention, make sure that there is
not too much hair underneath the SP magnet
when placed over the implant.

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SP magnet care

It is recommended to wear the SP magnet with
the soft pad attached for maximum wearing
comfort.

Keep your SP magnet clean by wiping it with an
alcohol-free wipe. Do not use running water to
clean your SP magnet.

Brush the snap coupling part clean using a soft
brush.

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Changing soft pads

You should change the SP Magnet soft pad
regularly. You should replace the soft pad if you
observe the following:

• An accumulation of dirt or moisture on the soft
pad that cannot be wiped off

• The soft pad appears worn-out or damaged

• You experience a gradual deterioration in

wearing comfort (if changing the soft pad
does not help please contact your hearing care
professional)

Contact your hearing care professional to obtain
new soft pads.

See figure

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Remove the soft pad from the SP magnet, by

lifting and gripping the unglued portion of the
soft material, and then slowly release the soft
pad from the SP magnet.

• Make sure that the adhesive remains are
completely removed from the SP magnet.

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Select a new soft pad and remove the cover

sheet to expose the adhesive.

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Attach the soft pad to the SP magnet. Make

sure that the soft pad is centralised and covers
the entire SP magnet surface.

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Remove the remaining cover sheet from the

soft pad before you start wearing the SP
magnet.

• A small section on the edge of the soft pad
is not covered by adhesive for easier grip and
removal.

Supporting the processor

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Once you are familiar with your processor, you can
change the program and the volume level while
the sound processor is attached to the SP magnet
placed on your head. Make sure you support the
processor from the bottom with your thumb as
you press the buttons with your index finger.

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Sound processor care

Daily and weekly care is required to keep your
sound processor functioning properly.

Long-term care

You will have regular check-ups as determined by
your hearing care professional. These check-ups
help ensure that the processor works and that
your SP magnet fits properly.

Storing your processor

Store your sound processor in your storage box
when it is not in use. The sound processor can be
attached to the SP magnet and the safety line can
be attached to the sound processor.

Cleaning the sound processor

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Clean the sound processor’s housing with an

alcohol-free wipe. Do not use water to clean
your sound processor.

Brush the snap coupling clean using the soft

brush. Avoid using excessive cleaning force on
the snap coupling as this could damage the
processor. Your hearing care professional can
provide you with a special aftercare kit to keep
your sound processor in good condition.

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Connecting accessories via
the Direct Audio Input (DAI)

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Match the accessory connector with the sound
processor’s DAI connector. While holding the
sound processor gently at the corners, carefully
push the accessory connector into the DAI port.

Dedicated DAI program and
microphone mixing

An optional DAI program that is set by your
hearing care professional allows you to listen
exclusively to sounds through the DAI.

In all other programs, input from the DAI is
combined with input from the microphone.

Using the telecoil

The telecoil unit improves sound when using
some landline (fixed) and mobile telephones. It
also gives you access to loop facilities in homes
and public buildings. Attach the telecoil to the
DAI port.

Using the Audio adapter

The Audio adapter allows direct input from
computers, personal stereos, TVs, MP3 players
and other external audio equipment. One end
of the Audio adapter is connected to the sound
processor at the DAI. The other end is connected
to the audio device.

processor is extremely dangerous. Always use
the Audio adapter when connecting an external
audio source to your sound processor.

Cochlear is not liable for any damage arising as
a result of connecting unsuitable equipment or
incorrect use.

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Caution: Connecting electrical
equipment directly to the sound

Using an FM receiver

An FM receiver enables the use of FM systems that
are commonly used in school classrooms.

Your hearing care professional can provide you
with a list of available FM receivers. Attach your
FM receiver to the DAI port. Keep extra batteries
available if using an FM receiver as they have high
energy consumption rates.

Warnings and precautions

Caution: If you are to undergo an MRI

(Magnetic Resonance Imaging) procedure,
refer to the MRI Reference Card included in the
document pack.

• If the SP magnet is too weak the sound processor

may fall off. If it is too strong you may feel
discomfort or experience soreness and irritation
of the skin. If you are unsure about the strength
of your SP magnet, contact your hearing care
professional.

• If you experience persistent irritation or soreness
of the skin, or if the SP magnet gives you any
discomfort, remove it and contact your hearing
care professional.

• If you wear hats, etc. be sure to avoid pressure
on your SP magnet as this may cause irritation to
the tissue under this magnet.

• Do not wear your sound processor and SP
magnet while sleeping as this may cause
irritation to the skin under the SP magnet.

• Keep the SP magnet in a safe place and keep it
away from magnetic cards (e.g. credit cards, bus
cards, etc.) as these may be damaged by the
magnet.

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• Remember that your implant contains a magnet,
so be aware that it may attract other metallic
objects that are held in close proximity (e.g.
hairdresser’s scissors, etc.).

• Do not wear any other magnets (e.g. fridge
magnets) over your implant than SP magnets
from Cochlear supplied to you by your hearing
care professional.

• Do not expose the SP magnet to
extreme temperatures. The
SP magnet is designed to
operate within the temperature
ranges +5°C (+41°F) to +40°C
(+104°F). The SP magnet
should not be subject, at any
time, to temperatures below -20°C (-4°F) or
above +50°C (+122°F).

• This product is not suitable for use in flammable
and/or explosive environments.

• If the SP magnet and soft material becomes
soaked with water: Put it in a container with

drying capsules such as a Dri-aid kit or similar.
Leave it to dry out overnight. Drying kits are
available from most hearing care professionals.

• For parents or caregivers: regularly check to
see if the user experiences persistent irritation or
soreness of the skin, or if the SP magnet causes
any discomfort. If so remove it and contact the
hearing care professional.

Caution: Batteries can be harmful if

swallowed. Be sure to keep your batteries
out of reach of small children, those with
mental challenges, and household pets. In the
event a battery is accidentally swallowed, seek
immediate medical attention at the nearest
emergency centre.

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Troubleshooting

Battery function can be related to a number of
problems, such as no sound, intermittent sound
and crackling/buzzing. A new battery is often the
solution.

Problem Cause Possible Solution

No sound/weak
sound

Weak or dead battery. Replace battery.

Volume too low. Turn up volume.

Magnet is too weak. Contact your hearing care

Feedback (whistling)

Hat, glasses or other object in
contact with sound processor.

Battery door in wrong position. Close battery door.

Sound is distorted or
intermittent

Sound processor
repeatedly
falls off

Persistent skin
irritation

Sound processor does
not work

Too high volume. Decrease volume.

Weak battery. Replace battery.

Magnet is too weak. Contact your hearing care

Magnet is too strong. Contact your hearing care

Sound processor not turned on. Turn on sound processor.

Battery door is not completely
closed.

Dead battery. Replace battery.

Battery inserted wrong way. Make sure battery is inserted

If the possible solutions in this chart do not
solve your problem, please see your hearing care
professional for further assistance.

professional.

Relocate or remove the object.

professional.

professional.

Gently close the battery door
completely.

correctly.

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