Cochlear Baha Connect, Baha System User Manual

Manufacturer:

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Regional offices:

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Baha® Connect System

User manual part B

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Introduction

This guide includes instructions on:

• connecting your sound processor to an
abutment

• care, cleaning and maintenance

• using accessories

• important information & troubleshooting

Note on figures: The figures included on the
front cover correspond to sections of information
in this manual which is general for 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.

Welcome

Congratulations on getting your new Baha® sound processor. This manual provides
tips and advice on how to best use and care for your Cochlear™ Baha® Connect
System. It is a complement to the sound processor manual part A and does not
replace it.

Connecting your sound
processor

See figure

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Use the tilt technique to safely and comfortably
connect and disconnect your sound processor,
from the abutment.

1

Move hair from the abutment.

2

Hold the sound processor with the buttons

positioned upwards, tilt it and gently snap it
into place.

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To release, place one finger under the sound

processor and gently tilt until it releases.

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To avoid feedback (whistling), ensure that the

sound processor is not touching any other
items, such as glasses or a hat.

Handling your sound
processor

See figure

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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 abutment.
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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Caring for your abutment

Daily and weekly tasks are required to care for
your abutment properly.

Cleaning the abutment

Skin debris or other dirt in the abutment can
affect the sound quality and lead to damage
of your sound processor. Therefore it is very
important to clean the abutment area thoroughly.

Should you experience persistent irritation,
soreness or other signs of inflammation around
the abutment, contact your doctor or hearing care
professional.

First weeks after surgery

See figure

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Once the dressing is removed, maintain good daily
hygiene at home to avoid redness or soreness.
Wash your hair carefully and use an alcohol-free
abutment cleaning wipe to keep the skin clean.

Daily cleaning

After a few weeks, start cleaning the outside of
the abutment daily using mild soap and plenty of
warm water. An abutment cleaning wipe should
be used to remove any debris around the base
of the abutment. Once clean, the area should
be gently dried with a clean towel or tissue. Any
hair wrapped around the abutment should be
removed.

Weekly cleaning

The inside of the abutment should be cleaned on
a weekly basis, using the wipes (or a soft cleaning
brush) to avoid damage of the sound processor.
Should you experience soreness or inflammation,
or if the abutment feels loose, contact your
hearing care professional.

Note: If you use a soft cleaning brush, remember
to always rinse it in mild soap and warm water

and let it air dry. Change the brush every three
months, or if you have had an infection. If
you have bilateral implants, use two separate
cleaning brushes (one for each abutment), to
avoid cross-contamination.

If you use the abutment cover make sure it is
cleaned at least once a week. Use warm soap and
water and your soft brush to clean the cover.

Long-term care

You will have regular check-ups as determined by
your hearing care professional. These checkups
help ensure that the processor works and fits
properly and that your implant area is healthy.

Using the abutment cover

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The abutment cover protects the abutment
when the sound processor is not in place. This
prevents dirt from collecting in the abutment.

To attach the cover, gently press it onto the
abutment. Lift the cover to remove.

Storing your processor

Store your sound processor in your storage box
when it is not in use.

Wireless Accessories

With Baha sound processors you can use the
Cochlear Wireless Accessories to enhance
your listening experience. Ask your hearing
care professional to learn more about your
options or visit www.cochlear.com. Please
note the Cochlear Wireless Accessories are not
compatible with all sound processor models.

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Other Audio Accessories

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Connecting accessories via the
Direct Audio Input (DAI)

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Match the accessory connector with the sound

processor DAI connector.

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Holding the sound processor gently at the

corners, carefully push the accessory connector
into the DAI port.

Note: Not all sound processors have a Direct
Audio Input (DAI) access. Consult your user
manual part A for more information.

Dedicated DAI program and
microphone mixing

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

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.

Caution: Connecting electrical

equipment directly to the sound
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 incorrect equipment or
incorrect use.

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 let you know
what FM receivers are available. 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

If you are to undergo an MRI (Magnetic Resonance
Imaging) procedure, refer to the MRI Reference
Card included in the document pack.

Caution: Batteries can be harmful if

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

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Problem Cause Possible Solution

No sound/
weak sound

Weak or dead battery. Replace battery.
Volume too low. Turn up volume.

Feedback
(whistling)

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

Relocate or remove the object.

Battery door in wrong position. Close battery door.

Sound is
distorted or
intermittent

Too high volume. Decrease volume.
Weak battery. Replace battery.
Loose abutment. Contact your hearing care professional.

Sound
processor does
not work

Sound processor not turned on. Turn on sound processor.
Battery door is not completely closed. Gently close the battery door

completely.
Dead battery. Replace battery.
Battery inserted wrong way. Make sure the battery is inserted

correctly.
Key lock is activated. Deactivate key lock.

Troubleshooting

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

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

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Additional Information

Instructions for use in the USA

Caution: Federal law (USA) restricts this device

to sale or by the order of a medical practitioner.

Warning to hearing aid dispensers

A prospective Baha user must always have
a medical evaluation by a licensed physician
(preferably an ear specialist) and have an implant
placed in the skull bone before a Baha sound
processor can be dispensed. The Baha sound
processor can be used with a softband which
does not require an implant. However, a medical
evaluation is still warranted.

Important notice for prospective users of a
Baha sound processor

• A prospective Baha user must always have
a thorough medical evaluation by a licensed
physician (preferably a physician who specializes
in diseases of the ear, otolaryngologist, otologist,
or otorhinolaryngologist) and have an implant
placed in the skull bone before a Baha sound
processor is purchased.

• The purpose of the medical evaluation is to
ensure that all medically treatable conditions
that may affect hearing are identified and
treated before the sound processor is purchased.
Following the medical evaluation, the physician
will give you a written statement that states
that your hearing loss has been medically
evaluated and that you may be considered a
Baha candidate. The physician will refer you
to an audiologist or a hearing aid dispenser, as
appropriate, for an audiological evaluation.

• Federal law restricts the sale of Baha sound
processors to those individuals who have
obtained a medical evaluation from a licensed
physician. Federal law permits a fully informed
adult to sign a waiver statement declining the
medical evaluation for religious or personal
beliefs that preclude consultation with a
physician. The exercise of such a waiver is not in
your best health interest and its use is strongly
discouraged.

A word of caution about batteries

Batteries can be harmful if swallowed. Be sure to
always keep your batteries out of reach of small
children, pets, or people of diminished capacity.
In the event a battery is accidentally swallowed,
seek prompt medical attention at the nearest
emergency center, or call the National Button
Battery Hotline collect at (202) 625 – 3333.

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Introduction

Ce guide fournit des instructions relatives aux
procédures suivantes :

• connexion du processeur à un pilier

• soins, nettoyage et maintenance

• utilisation d'accessoires

• informations importantes et recherche des

pannes

Remarques concernant les illustrations : les
illustrations présentées sur la page de couverture
correspondent à des sections d'informations
du présent manuel qui s'appliquent de manière
générale à tous les processeurs Baha. Veuillez vous
reporter à l'illustration adéquate lors de la lecture.
Les images des processeurs ne sont qu'indicatives
et ne sont pas à l'échelle. L'aspect du processeur
inclus dans votre boîte peut être différent.

Bienvenue

Félicitations pour l'acquisition de votre nouveau processeur Baha®. Ce manuel
contient des conseils sur la manière d'utiliser et d'entretenir votre système Cochlear™
Baha® Connect de la meilleure manière. Il doit être considéré comme un complément
à la partie A du manuel du processeur et ne la remplace pas.

Connexion du processeur

Voir illustration

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Utilisez la technique préconisée pour mettre en
place et retirer votre processeur confortablement
et en toute sécurité du pilier.

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Écartez les cheveux gênants du pilier.

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Tenez le processeur pour rendre la fixation type

bouton-pression accessible. Mettez le vibrateur
au contact du pilier en prenant un angle puis
remettez-le dans l'axe en poussant doucement.
Le processeur se fixera sur le pilier.

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Tenez-le pour le libérer, glissez un doigt sous

le processeur et faites-le pivoter doucement
jusqu'à ce qu'il se détache.

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Pour éviter tout larsen (sifflement), veillez à ce

que le processeur n'entre en contact avec aucun
autre objet tel que des lunettes ou un chapeau.

Manipulation du processeur

Voir illustration

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Dès que vous vous êtes familiarisé avec la manipu­lation de votre processeur, vous pouvez changer de
programme ou modifier le volume tout en gardant
le processeur fixé au pilier. Veillez à bien soutenir
le processeur par le bas, à l'aide du pouce, tout en
appuyant sur les boutons avec l'index.

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Soin du pilier

Le pilier demande des soins quotidiens
et hebdomadaires.

Nettoyage du pilier

La présence de débris de peau ou d'autres saletés
dans le pilier peut nuire à la qualité sonore et
endommager votre processeur. Il est donc très
important de nettoyer soigneusement la zone
du pilier.

Contactez votre médecin Orl en cas d'irritation,
de douleur ou d'autres signes d'inflammation
persistants autour du pilier.

Premières semaines après la chirurgie

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Après le retrait du pansement, il est important
d'avoir une bonne hygiène quotidienne chez vous,
afin d'éviter toute rougeur ou douleur. Procédez
prudemment lorsque vous vous lavez les cheveux
et utilisez une lingette de nettoyage du pilier sans
alcool pour nettoyer la peau.

Nettoyage quotidien

Après quelques semaines, commencez à nettoyer
tous les jours la partie externe du pilier en utilisant
un savon doux et beaucoup d'eau chaude. Toute
impureté autour de la base du pilier doit être
enlevée à l'aide d'une lingette de nettoyage du
pilier. Après le nettoyage, séchez délicatement la
zone avec une serviette ou un mouchoir en papier
propre. Enlevez les cheveux entortillés autour
du pilier.

Nettoyage hebdomadaire

L'intérieur du pilier doit être nettoyé chaque
semaine, à l'aide des lingettes (ou d'une brosse de
nettoyage douce), pour ne pas endommager le
processeur. En cas de douleurs ou d'inflammation,
ou si le pilier se desserre, contactez votre
audioprothésiste.

Remarque : si vous utilisez une brosse de
nettoyage douce, n'oubliez pas de toujours

la rincer au savon doux et à l'eau tiède et de la
laisser sécher à l'air. Remplacez la brosse tous les
trois mois ou après une infection. Si vous avez
des implants bilatéraux, utilisez deux brosses de
nettoyage distinctes (une pour chaque pilier), afin
d'éviter une éventuelle contamination croisée.

Si vous utilisez le couvre-pilier, n'oubliez pas de le
nettoyer au moins une fois par semaine. Utilisez
du savon, de l'eau chaude et votre brosse douce
pour nettoyer le couvre-pilier.

Soins à long terme

Vous subirez des contrôles réguliers à une
fréquence déterminée par votre médecin Orl
ou votre audioprothésiste. Ces contrôles ont
pour but de vérifier que le processeur fonctionne
et s'adapte correctement et que la zone de
l'implant est saine.

Utilisation du couvre-pilier

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Le couvre-pilier protège le pilier lorsque le
processeur n'est pas en place. Il empêche la
saleté de s'amasser dans le pilier.

Pour mettre en place le couvre-pilier,
pressez-le doucement sur le pilier. Pour
l'enlever, soulevez-le.

Rangement du processeur

Conservez votre processeur dans sa boîte de
rangement lorsque vous ne l'utilisez pas.

Accessoires sans fil

Avec les processeurs Baha, vous pouvez utiliser
les accessoires sans fil Cochlear pour améliorer
votre expérience d'écoute. Demandez à votre
audioprothésiste plus d'informations sur les
options, ou rendez-vous sur www.cochlear.com.
Veuillez noter que les accessoires sans fil Cochlear
ne sont pas compatibles avec tous les modèles de
processeurs.