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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE BTE

Spirit Zest Plus

Thank you

Thank you for choosing our product as your means to better hearing.

To support your efforts, we have put great care and attention into making sure that
your new hearing instruments are of the highest quality and that they are easy to
use and maintain.

We recommend that you read this manual carefully to achieve the maximum benefit
of your new hearing instruments.

Congratulations on your decision to actively improve your hearing with today’s most
advanced hearing technology in the market.

Contents

Instrument View BTE 13 5a
Instrument View BTE 13 with Corda

2

5b
Instrument View BTE Power 5c
Changing batteries 7
Turning your instrument ON and OFF 9
Left/Right ear marking 10
Putting on your instrument with ear mould 11
Putting on your hearing instruments with a Corda

2

(thin tube) 12
Push-button 13
Programs (Optional) 15
Volume Control 17
Stand-by (Optional) 18
Tamper-resistant battery door (Optional) 20
Telecoil (Optional) 21
Auto Phone (Optional) 22
DAI (Direct Audio Input) 24
FM 26

5a

IM PORTA NT N OTICE

Please familiarise yourself with the entire contents of this booklet before using your
hearing instru ments. It contains instructions and important informa tion about the use
and handling of your hearing instru ments and batteries.

CAUTION

The BTE Power is a powerful hearing instrument. In case you are fitted with BTE Power,
never allow others to wear your hearing instruments as incorrect or wrongful usage
could cause permanent damage to their hearing.

Caring for your hearing instrument 28
How to change Corda

2

(thin tube) 33

Cleaning your hearing instrument with Corda

2

(thin tube) 34

Daily maintenance with Corda

2

(thin tube) Domes 35

Changing the Corda

2

Dome 36
Seven easy steps to better hearing 39
Common problems and their solutions 44
Warnings Yellow Pages

Instrument View BTE 13

Battery size: 13

Microphone

openings

Push-button/

Volume Control

(Optional)

Ear mould

Battery door

Sound hook

Plastic tube

Sound outlet

Ventilation

opening

5b

Instrument View BTE 13 with Corda

2

Not available for BTE Power

Thin tube

Dome

Ear grip

Microphone

openings

Battery door

Push-button/

Volume Control

(Optional)

Your ear piece:

Custom Mould

Plus dome

Open dome:

Small

Medium

Large

Battery size 13

5c

Instrument View BTE Power

Battery size: 13

Microphone

openings

Push-button/

Volume Control

Ear mould

Battery door

Sound hook

Plastic tube

Sound outlet

Ventilation

opening

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Changing batteries

Your hearing instrument battery size is 13.

A worn out battery should be removed immediately
and disposed of according to local regulations.

When the battery power is low, you will hear 2 beeps.
This pre-warning starts when the battery has only a
few hours of operation left. The pre-warning will be
repeated in moderate intervals to indicate it is time
to change the battery.

If the battery runs out the instrument turns off. When
that happens, 4 beeps are played to indicate that the
instrument is no longer operating.

This is not an indication of a malfunction.

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To replace the battery, follow these instructions:

• Open the battery door completely by pushing the raised edge in the bottom of

the instrument. Remove the old battery.

• Remove the sticky label from the + side of the new battery.

• Insert the new battery so that its + marking faces the + sign printed on the

battery door. Close the battery door.

Any moisture on the battery surface should be wiped off before use.

When you change battery, it will take a few seconds before the battery works to full
capacity.

Turning your instrument ON and OFF

Turn ON your hearing instrument by closing the battery door completely with the battery
in place. When the battery door is closed the instrument will start up by playing a jingle.
This indicates that the battery is working and the instrument is operating.

Turn OFF your hearing instrument by opening the battery door slightly until a “click” is felt.

To preserve the battery, make sure your hearing instrument is switched off when
you are not wearing it.

IM PORTA NT N OTICE

Open the battery compartment
fully to allow air to circu late
whenever you are not using
your hearing instrument,
especially at night!

Click

ON

OFF

Click

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Left/Right ear marking

Hearing instruments are fitted to the uniqueness of each ear, which means if you have
two instruments then your left hearing instrument is programmed differently from your
right. That is why it is important to distinguish between the left hearing instrument and
the right.

In order to easily identify whether it is the left ear or right ear instrument, colour markings
may be applied inside the battery door.

Blue marks the LEFT instrument.
Red marks the RIGHT instrument.

Putting on your instrument
with ear mould

Place the tip of the ear mould in your ear canal,
twisting slightly, making sure that the top part of the
ear mould (A) is pushed behind and under the fold (B)
of your ear.

Gently pull up your ear and press the ear mould in the
direction of the ear canal.

With the ear mould positioned correctly in your ear,
place the hearing instrument behind your ear by lifting
its lower part and sliding it over the top of your ear.

A

B

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Push-button

Your hearing instrument has an ergonomic designed push-button for volume adjustment
and switching between different programs.

The push-button can be activated by pressing either the upper part (UP) or the lower
part (DOWN).

UP

DOWN

Putting on your hearing instruments
with a Corda 2 (thin tube)

Not available for BTE Power

Putting on your hearing instrument with a thin tube correctly
every time, takes practice:

1. Place the hearing instrument behind your ear.

2. Hold the bend of the tube between your thumb and index finger.

The dome should point towards the ear canal opening.
Gently push the dome into your ear canal until the sound tube
sits close against the side of your head.

3. Position the ear grip in concha using your index finger. Look in

a mirror. If the sound tube is sticking out from your ear, the dome
has not been placed correctly in the ear canal. If the ear grip is
visibly sticking out from your ear it has not been positioned
correctly. To remove the instrument pull the bend of the tube.

Dome

Concha

1

2

3

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The push-button on your hearing instrument can be programmed to one of 3 functionalities.

Left Right

Program shift:

Press shortly to change program.

Volume control:

Press shortly to adjust the volume.

Both volume control and program shift:

Press shortly to adjust the volume and press long (about 2 seconds)
to shift program.

Binaural Coordination enabled (see “Using 2 instruments”).

To be filled out by your Hearing Care Professional!

Programs (Optional)

Your hearing instrument can have up to 4 different programs.

When switching between the different programs, your hearing instrument will beep.
The number of beeps will indicate which program you are using.

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One beep, when you switch to program 1



Two beeps, when you switch to program 2

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Three beeps, when you switch to program 3

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Four beeps, when you switch to program 4

Press the upper part to go forwards in the program cycle e.g from P1-P2.
Press the lower part to go backwards in the program cycle e.g from P3-P2.

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Below you can see a description of the programs available in your hearing instrument.

Prg. 1:

Prg. 2:

Prg. 3:

Prg. 4:

Using 2 instruments

If you have two instruments the push-button on one instrument can be programmed to
change the program on both hearing instruments (Binaural Coordination). This means, when
you adjust the program for one instrument, it automatically adjusts the other.

Volume Control (Optional)

A volume control may be activated. The volume control allows you to adjust the volume in
specific listening situations to the level you feel comfortable with.

To increase volume, shortly press the upper part of the push-button.

To decrease volume, shortly press the lower part of the push-button.

You hear a beep when you increase or decrease the volume.

When the hearing instrument is turned on, it starts up at a preferred volume level.
When adjusting the volume control to the preferred level, this is indicated by a beep.

Using 2 instruments

If you have two instruments the push-button on one instrument can be programmed to
adjust the volume on both hearing instruments (Binaural Coordination). This means, when
you adjust the volume for one instrument, it automatically adjusts the other.

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Stand-by (Optional)

Push the button for a minimum of 3 seconds to set the instrument in stand-by mode.

To reactivate the instrument, push the button briefly again.

Use the stand-by function if you need to silence the instrument while you have
the instrument on.

Note: pressing either end of the button
will set the instrument on stand-by.

IM PORTA NT NOTIC E

Do not use the stand-by function as a switch off as the hearing instrument still draws
power from the battery in this mode.

OR

Press 3 sec.

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Tamper-resistant battery door (Optional)

This is strongly recommended for infants, small children and people with
learning difficulties.

The battery door is designed only to be opened by
using a tool. Use a tool to unlock the door by
inserting it into the channel in the bottom of the
hearing instrument and push on the door to open.

Important: Do not force the battery door beyond its
fully opened position. Insert the battery correctly.
Excessive force can deform the battery door, which
will reduce its tamper resistant effectiveness.

Telecoil (Optional)

The telecoil is a receiver for audio signals transmitted from an inductive loop installation.
The telecoil is meant for telephone conversations and for loop systems in e.g. theatres,
churches or lecture rooms.

The telecoil is activated by the push-button as switching between programs. When
activated, you will hear a certain number of beeps corresponding to the telecoil program.

See “Programs” for where the telecoil program is placed.

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Auto Phone (Optional)

Your hearing instrument may have a built-in Auto Phone functionality. When the hearing
instrument is close to a telephone receiver, the Auto Phone will activate a Phone Program.
When the Phone Program is activated you will hear a number of beeps.

When you end your telephone conversation, the hearing instrument will automatically
return to the previous program.

Not all telephones can activate the Auto Phone.
The telephone receiver must have a special magnet fitted.
Please follow the separate instructions for mounting the
magnet, which is available from your Hearing Care
Professional.

WARNING

If you use an Auto Phone magnet:

• Keep magnets out of reach of children and pets. If a magnet is swallowed,
see a doctor immediately.

• Do not wear the magnet in a breast pocket and always keep it 30 cm away
from active implantable devices. Preferably, use the telephone with magnet on
the opposite side than a pacemaker or other active implantable devices.

• Keep the magnet 30 cm away from credit cards and other magnetically
sensitive devices.

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DAI (Direct Audio Input)

If your hearing instrument is connected by means of a DAI adaptor with an external
sound source, like a media player/MP3 or hand mic, the signals of these devices will
be directly transferred to your hearing instrument.

Mounting of the DAI adaptor

Start by opening the battery door, slide the DAI adaptor
onto the instrument.

Then insert the DAI cord into the adaptor.

When the DAI adaptor is connected, the instrument
will automatically switch to a combination of DAI and
microphone input of the instrument.

If you would like the DAI input alone, you can switch to the next program by using the
program switch button.

As long as the DAI adaptor is connected to the instrument two programs will automati­cally be added after the standard programs, which have been programmed into your
hearing instrument by your Hearing Care Professional.

IM PORTA NT N OTICE

When the DAI is connected to mains-operated equipment, this equipment must
comply with IEC-60065, IEC-60601 or equivalent safety standards.

Instrument

Connector

DAI adaptor

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FM

An FM receiver enables the hearing instrument to receive signals directly from an
external wireless FM transmitter.

Mounting of the FM receiver

Start by opening the battery door. Slide the FM receiver
onto the instrument.

As long as the FM receiver is connected to the instrument
two FM programs will automatically be added after the
standard programs, which have been programmed into
your instrument by your Hearing Care Professional.

When the FM receiver is connected and turned on, the
instrument will automatically switch to a program that
receives signals from the microphone in combination
with an external wireless FM transmitter.

If you would like to receive input from the FM transmitter alone, you can switch forwards
to the next FM program by using the program switch button.

With the FM receiver mounted, the push button of the hearing instrument can at any time
be used to switch back and forth between standard programs and FM programs.

For detailed instructions on handling and use of the FM receiver, refer directly to the
dedicated receiver guide.

Instrument

FM receiver

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Caring for your hearing instrument

Your ear canal produces ear wax (cerumen) which may clog up the sound outlet or the
ventilation opening of your ear mould. To prevent wax accumulation causing a change in
performance, the guidelines in this section should be followed.

When handling a hearing instrument, keep it over a soft surface to avoid damage if you
drop it.

Before retiring at night:

• Make sure that there is no ear wax in any of the ear mould openings since it may
reduce the hearing instrument’s efficiency.

• Open the battery door to allow air to circulate.

Cleaning the instrument

A small brush may be used for the special purpose of cleaning your instruments. This
should be used to ensure the best care and performance of your hearing instruments.

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Cleaning the ear mould

• Clean away any traces of wax from around the sound
outlet with a brush.

• Clean the ventilation opening by pressing the brush
through the hole while twisting it slightly.

Use the cloth to clean the surface of the instrument.

Brushes can be purchased from your Hearing Care
Professional.

Washing the ear moulds

The ear moulds should be washed regularly:

• Disconnect the ear mould and the tubing from the sound
hook of the hearing instrument.

• Wash the ear mould in lukewarm water using a mild soap.
Do not use strong detergents.

• Rinse with water.

• Dry the ear mould.

• Any water drops inside the ear mould or tubing should be

blown out. A special device for this purpose (an ear mould
blower) is available from your Hearing Care Professional.

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• Make sure the ear mould and tubing are completely dry before they are reconnected to
the hearing instrument. Be careful that left ear mould and tubing are connected to the
hearing instrument with left ear marking and vice versa for the right ear instrument.

Replacing the tubing

The tubing in the ear mould should be replaced when it becomes yellow or stiff.
Consult your Hearing Care Professional in relation to this.

How to change Corda 2 (thin tube)

1. Pull tube out of the Hearing Instrument.

2. Push tube into the Hearing Instrument.

3. Correct.

IM PORTA NT N OTICE

The hearing instrument itself must never be washed or immersed in water or other
liquids!

1

2

3

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Cleaning your hearing instrument with Corda2 (thin tube)

To remove cerumen fro m the thin tube:

• Pull tube out of the hearing instrument.

• Insert the cleaning tool in the tube all the way through.

• Remove the tool and push the tube into the hearing instrument.

Daily maintenance with Corda 2 (thin tube) Domes

A dome may be gently cleaned only whilst still attached to the tube . If the dome
becomes loose or detached it should be removed and a fresh one applied (never apply
the dome more than once).

When required a fresh, clean dome, should be selected to replace the existing dome as
directed by your Hearing Care Professional.

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Changing the Corda2 Dome

The dome is easy to replace. Hold the widest part of the dome and pull it off from the
connections joint on the tube. Place the new dome on the speaker and ensure that it
is fastened securely.

1

IM PORTA NT N OTICE

The dome is made of a soft, medically approved rubber material. If the dome comes
off in the ear canal, it will not cause any harm. If you can, carefully take it out.
If necessary, let another person help you. Do not push the dome into the ear canal.
Do not push the tube into the ear again before the dome is removed from the ear.
If you have any doubts, contact your Hearing Care Professional.

IM PORTA NT N OTICE

• Only use parts designed for your hearing instruments.

• Domes should only ever be attached to a tube once. Always discard a dome after

removing it from the tube.

• The cleaning tools should only be used for cleaning the tubing when it is detached
from the hearing instrument and not on the ear.

• The dome must be properly attached to the sound tube before inserting it in your
ear. Failure to follow the instructions could result in injury.

• If the dome is not correctly attached and falls off in the ear: Please see your hearing
care professional or seek medical consultation.

• The tube should never be used without a dome attached.

• Do not use hearing aids in ears with excessive ear wax accumulation or infection.

• Proper preventive care and maintenance will go a long way toward ensuring

reliability and safe performance. Clean your sound tube on a regularly basis.

• Do not share your hearing aids or any of the parts with others.

• Ensure your hands are clean when handling the hearing instrument and its parts.

2

3

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Avoiding heat, humidity and chemicals

Your hearing instrument must never be exposed to extreme heat e.g. left inside a parked
car in the sun. They must never be exposed to a lot of moisture e.g. steam baths, showers
or heavy rain. Nor must they be dried in microwave ovens or other ovens.

Wipe the batteries carefully if moisture is present as it may affect their performance.
Using an anti-humidity kit can help to avoid these problems and may even extend the life
of your hearing instrument. Consult your Hearing Care Professional for further advice.

The chemicals in cosmetics, hairspray, perfume, aftershave lotion, suntan lotion and
insect repellant can damage your hearing instrument. You should always remove your
hearing instrument before applying such products and allow time for the product to
dry before refitting your hearing instrument. If you use lotion, be sure to wipe your hands
dry before putting on your hearing instrument.

Seven easy steps to better hearing

It takes time to adjust to a new hearing instrument. How long this adjustment takes
differs from person to person. It will depend on a number of factors, such as whether
you have had a hearing instrument before and the degree of your hearing loss.

1. In the quiet of your home

Try to accustom yourself to all the new sounds. Listen to the many background sounds
and try to identify each sound. Bear in mind that some sounds will seem different from
what you are used to. You may have to learn to identify them again. Note that in time
you will get accustomed to the sounds in your environment – if not please contact your
Hearing Care Professional.

If using the hearing instruments makes you tired, take them off for a little while and
have a rest. Gradually, you will begin to be able to listen for longer periods of time. Soon,
you will be able to wear your hearing instruments comfortably all day long.

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2. Conversation with another person

Sit with someone else in a quiet room. Face each other so you can read facial expressions
easily. You may experience new speech sounds, which can seem a little disturbing in the
beginning. However, after the brain has adapted to the new speech sounds, you should
hear speech clearer.

3. Lis ten to radio or TV

When listening to the TV or the radio, start out by listening to news commentators since
they usually speak clearly, then try other programs.

If you find it difficult to listen to TV or radio, ask your Hearing Care Professional for more
information regarding the Oticon ConnectLine system and other available accessories.

4. In group conversations

Group situations are usually accompanied by a greater degree of background noise, and
are, therefore, naturally more difficult to cope with. In such situations, therefore, focus your
attention on the person you want to hear. If you miss a word, ask the speaker to repeat.

5. Telecoil use i n church, theatre or c inema

An increasing number of churches, theatres and public buildings often have loop systems
installed. These systems send out wireless sound to be received by the telecoil in your
hearing instrument. Typically, a sign will let you know whether the place has a telecoil.
Ask your Hearing Care Professional for details.

6. Using the telephone

When using the telephone, tilt the receiver edge lightly on your
cheek-bone and position the phone slightly over the ear close
to the hearing instruments microphone. The sound then flows
directly into the hearing instruments microphone opening.
This way, the hearing instruments will not whistle and you
ensure the best conditions to understand the conversation.
When you have the receiver in this position, remember to
speak directly into the mouthpiece of the telephone in
order to ensure good understanding on the other “end of
the line”.

If you find it difficult to use the telephone, ask your Hearing Care Professional for more
information regarding the Oticon ConnectLine system and other available accessories.

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If your hearing instrument has a telecoil (and your telephone has a built in tele-loop)
you can switch into telecoil program in order to improve the sound reception further.

Remember that the telecoil in your hearing instruments may pick up disturbing signals
from electronic devices, such as fax machines, computers, televisions or similar. Make
sure that the hearing instrument has a distance of 2 – 3 meters to such devices when
using the telecoil program.

7. Wireless and mobile phones

Your hearing instrument is designed to comply with the most stringent Standards of
International Electromagnetic Compatibility. However not all mobile phones are hearing
instrument compatible. The varying degree of disturbance can be due to the nature of
your particular mobile phone.

If you find it difficult to obtain a good result while using your mobile telephone, ask your
Hearing Care Professional for more information regarding the Oticon ConnectLine system
and other available accessories.

Use your hear ing instruments a ll day long

The best way to ensure better hearing is to practice listening until you can wear your
hearing instruments comfortably all day. In most cases, you will not get the full benefit
of the hearing instruments if you use them infrequently.

Your hearing instruments will not restore normal hearing. Nor will they prevent or improve
a hearing impairment resulting from a physiological condition. What they will give you,
however, is help towards making better use of the hearing ability that you have. If you have
two hearing instruments always wear both.

The most imp ortant benef its of wearing tw o hearing instrume nts are:

• Your ability to localize sounds will improve.

• It will be easier to understand speech in noisy surroundings.

• You will experience a fuller, more comfortable sound picture.

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If none of the above solutions solves the problem, ask your Hearing Care Professional
for assistance.

Common problems and their solutions

Symptom Possible causes Solutions

No sound

Worn-out battery Change battery pg. 7

Clogged sound outlet Clean ear mould pg. 30 & 34

Intermittent
or reduced s ound

Clogged sound outlet Clean ear mould pg. 30 & 34

Moisture Wipe battery and instrument with dry cloth pg. 38

Worn-out battery Change battery pg. 7

Clogged damping filter in hook Contact your Hearing Care Professional for assistance

Squealing
noise

Hearing instrument inserted improperly Reinsert hearing instrument pg. 11

Ear wax accumulated in ear canal Have ear canal examined by your doctor

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International Warranty

Your hearing instruments are covered by a limited warranty issued by the manufacturer
for a period of 12 months from the date of delivery. This limited warranty covers manu­facturing and material defects in the hearing instrument itself, but not accessories such
as batteries, tubing, earwax filters etc.

Problems arising from improper handling or care, excessive use, accidents, repairs made
by an unauthorized party, exposure to corrosive conditions, physical changes in your ear,
damage due to foreign objects entering the device, or incorrect adjustments are NOT
covered by the limited warranty and may void it.

The above warranty does not affect any legal rights that you might have under applicable
national legis lation governing sale of consumer goods. Your Hearing Care Professional
may have issued a warranty that goes beyond the clauses of this limited warranty. Please
consult him/her for further information.

If you need se rvice

Take your hearing instrument to your Hearing Care Profes sional, who may well be able to
sort out minor problems and adjustments on the spot.

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Warranty Certificate

Name of Owner:

Dispenser:

Dispenser Address:

Dispenser Phone:

Purchase Date:

Warranty Period: Month:

Model Left: Serial no.:

Model Right: Serial no.:

Battery Size: 13

Product approval, precautions and markings

The hearing instrument contains a radio transmitter using short range magnetic induction
technology working at 3.84 MHz. The magnetic field strength of the transmitter is
< -42 dBμA/m @ 10m.

The emission power from the radio system is well below international emission limits for
human exposure. For comparison, the radiation of the hearing instrument is lower than
unintended electromagnetic radiation from for example halogen lamps, computer monitors,
dishwashers etc. The hearing instrument complies with international standards concerning
Electromagnetic Compatibility.

Due to the limited space available on the instruments all relevant approval markings are
found in this document.

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Mobile phone

“Some hearing instrument users have reported a buzzing sound in their hearing instruments
when they are using mobile phones, indicating that the mobile phone and hearing instrument
may not be compatible. According to the ANSI C63.19 standard (ANSI C63.19-2006
American National Standard Methods of Measurement of Compatibility Between Wireless
Communications Devices and Hearing instruments), the compatibility of a particular
hearing instrument and mobile phone can be predicted by adding the rating for the
hearing instrument immunity to the rating for the mobile phone emissions. For example,
the sum of a hearing instrument rating of 2 (M2/T2) and a telephone rating of 3 (M3/T3)
would result in a combined rating of 5. Any combined rating that equals at least 5 would
provide “normal use”; a combined rating of 6 or greater would indicate “excellent
performance.”

The immunit y of this hearing ins trument is M4/T2.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

The performance of individual hearing instruments may vary with individual mobile
phones. Therefore, please try this hearing instrument with your mobile phone or, if you
are purchasing a new phone, be sure to try it with your hearing instrument prior to
purchase. For additional guidance, please ask your mobile phone provider for the booklet
entitled “Hearing instrument Compatibility with Digital Wireless Mobile Phones.”

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The hearing instrument contains a module with:

FCC ID: U28FUBTE03
IC: 1350B-FUBTE03

The device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS-210 of Industry Canada.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. this device may not cause harmful interference.

2. this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

117777UK / 05.11

Warnings

You should familiarise yourself fully with the following general warnings and the entire
contents of this booklet before using your hearing instrument.

Hearing instruments and batteries can be dangerous if swallowed or used improperly.
Such actions can result in severe injury, permanent hearing loss, or can even be fatal.

• Hearing instruments, their parts, and batteries are not toys and should be kept out
of reach of children and anyone who might swallow these items or otherwise cause
injury to themselves.

• Never change the battery or adjust the controls of the hearing instruments in front
of infants, small children or people with learning difficulties.

• Discard batteries carefully in a place where infants, small children or people with
learning difficulties cannot reach them.

• Batteries have occasionally been mistaken for pills. Therefore check your medicine
carefully before swallowing any pills.

• Never put your hearing instrument or batteries in your mouth for any reason,
as they are slippery and could be swallowed by accident.

• Most hearing instruments can be supplied with a tamper-resistant battery compartment
upon request. This is strongly recommended for infants, small children, and people
with learning difficulties.

If a battery or hearing instrument is swallowed, see a doctor immediately.

Usage of he aring instrument s

• Hearing instruments should be used only as directed and adjusted by your Hearing
Care Professional. Misuse can result in sudden and permanent hearing loss.

• Never allow others to wear your hearing instrument as incorrect/wrongful usage
could cause permanent damage to their hearing.

Battery use

• Always use batteries recommended by your Hearing Care Professional. Batteries of
low quality may leak and cause bodily harm.

• Never attempt to recharge your batteries. They may explode and cause serious injury.

• Never dispose of batteries by burning them. There is a risk that they will explode and

cause serious injury.

Dysfunc tion in hearing ins truments

• Hearing instruments may stop functioning, for instance if the batteries have expired or
if the tubing is blocked by moisture or earwax. You should be aware of this possibility,
in particular when you are in traffic or otherwise dependent on warning sounds.

Interference

• Your hearing instrument has been thoroughly tested for interference, according to the
most stringent international standards. But new technical developments constantly
bring new products into society, and some may emit electromagnetic radiation, leading
to unforeseen interference in hearing instruments. Examples include induction
cooking appliances, shop alarm systems, mobile telephones, fax machines, personal
computer devices, X-rays, Computer tomography etc.

• Your hearing instruments are designed to comply with the most stringent Standards
of International Electromagnetic Compatibility. However, your hearing instrument may
cause interference with other medical devices. Such interference can also be caused
by radio signals, power line disturbances, airport metal detectors, electromagnetic
fields from other medical devices and electrostatic discharges.

Possible si de effects

• Hearing instruments may cause an accelerated accumulation of cerumen (ear wax).

• The otherwise non-allergenic materials used in hearing instruments may in rare

cases cause a skin irritation.

Consult a doctor if you experience any of these side effects.

Safet y requirements re garding Direct Au dio Input (DAI)

• The safety of hearing instruments with DAI (Direct Audio Input) is determined by the
external signal source. When the DAI is connected to mains-operated equipment, this
equipment must comply with IEC-60065, IEC-60601 or equivalent safety standards.

Warning to hea ring instrument dis penser and user

• Special care should be exercised in selecting, fitting and using a hearing instrument
where maximum sound pressure capability exceeds 132 dB SPL (IEC 711) as there may
be risk of impairing the remaining hearing of the hearing instrument user.

• The included case for instrument storage has a built-in magnet. If you have an implant­able device, such as pacemakers or defibrillators, the instrument case should not be
carried in a chest pocket or near to the chest.

Hereby, Oticon A/S declare that this hearing instrument is in compliance with the
essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
Declaration of Conformity is available at:

Oticon A/S
Kongebakken 9
DK-2765 Smørum
Denmark
www.oticon.com

117777UK / 05.11

117777UK / 05.11

0543 0682

N1175

Waste from electronic
equipment must be
handled according to local
regulations.

People First is our promise
to empower people
to communicate freely,
interact naturally and
participate actively

People First