Siemens ACURIS with e2e wireless User Guide

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ACURIS

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with e2e wireless

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User Guide
Custom hearing system

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Congratulations !

As the owner of a new hearing system, you may once again
enjoy the sounds of your environment, and conversation
with your family and friends.

These instructions as well as guidance from your hearing
instrument specialist will help you understand how your new
hearing system works. In this guide, you’ll find instructions
on inserting, removing and use of your ACURIS hearing
system. There are also tips and information on proper
handling, cleaning, care and changing of the batteries.
In addition, a troubleshooting section is offered for your
reference.

Your hearing improvement with a hearing system depends
on the fit of the hearing instruments, the type and degree
of hearing loss, and proper diagnostic testing. Of course, a
hearing system cannot restore normal hearing, and not
everyone will benefit equally.

More than 80 percent of individuals with hearing loss have
hearing loss in both ears. Studies show that even when a
hearing loss is worse in one ear, most people with hearing
loss in both ears will benefit from wearing two hearing
instruments.

Remember, a hearing system consists of finely-tuned devices
that have been specially designed and expertly adjusted for
your individual needs. Proper care and handling will ensure
the best possible performance of your ACURIS hearing
system.

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Contents

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Description of your ACURIS custom hearing system 4

Battery insertion and removal 5

Inserting and removing your custom hearing system 8

Turning your hearing system on and off 10

e2e wireless

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Using the program button 13

Using the volume control 15

Using the telephone 16

Maintenance and care 18

Important notes 20

Troubleshooting tips 21

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Description of your ACURIS
custom hearing system

Your hearing system is individually
manufactured according to the
shape of your ears or ear canals.

1. First Microphone

2. Second microphone TwinMic

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(optional)

3. Battery compartment

4. Program button (optional)

5. Volume control (optional)

6. Vent

7. Removal cord (optional)

Each hearing instrument can be
identified by the serial number
located on the outside of the
instrument. If the number
is written in red, the hearing
instrument is for the right ear.
If the number is written in blue,
the hearing instrument is
for the left ear.

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Inserting the battery:

Before using your hearing
instrument, place the battery into
the battery compartment door. Using
the fingernail of either your thumb or
index finger, pull the tab on the battery
compartment door outward until the
door swings open all the way
(see illustration).

Place the proper size battery into the battery compartment
door, making sure that the "+" symbol on the smooth side of

Battery insertion and removal

Handling the battery

The protective tab on your battery
should only be removed when you
are ready to use the battery.

Three useful tips:

• The positive (+) side of the battery is always the
smooth side. You can recognize the negative (-) side
by the colored ring.

• Always keep spare batteries with you.

• If you feel you cannot change the battery yourself, ask
someone to help you: a family member, friend or your
hearing instrument specialist.

Place the proper size battery into the
battery compartment door, making
sure that the "+" symbol on the smooth
side of the battery matches the "+"
symbol on the edge of the battery
compartment door, as shown in
the illustration. (Ask your hearing
instrument specialist if you have
questions about the correct battery
size for your system)

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Gently close the battery compartment. Do not force the door
shut. If it does not close easily, check to see if the battery is
inserted properly. When the battery compartment is
completely closed, your hearing system is ready for use.

Low battery indicator

Your hearing system may be programmed to inform
you when the battery should be replaced for best system
performance. You may hear an intermittent series of beeps
and/or experience low amplification power or volume.
Change the battery when either of these occurs.

If you have an ePocket

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, the battery status can be checked
using the data read out function. (See the ePocket user guide
for more information).

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Caution:
Batteries can be harmful if swallowed.
Change the batteries when any of the following occur:

- volume becomes softer or weak

- you hear a battery signal beep

- you see empty battery status on the display of
your ePocket.

Do NOT throw used batteries into household trash.
Return them to your hearing instrument specialist for
environmentally correct disposal.

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Inserting and removing your
custom hearing system

Holding the hearing instrument
with your thumb and index finger,
carefully push the instrument in
the ear canal. Gently work it into
its proper position by slightly
twisting until it is firmly seated.
Lightly press inward for a secure
and comfortable fit.

You may find it helpful to pull
your ear slightly upward or to the
back. Once inserted, you should
feel that the hearing instrument is
correctly positioned.

Tip:

Practice inserting and removing
your hearing instrument correctly.
An easy way to practice is to sit
down at a table. Place a mirror in
front of you and prop your elbows
on the table so you can guide
your hands easily and safely. This
will help you stay relaxed and
comfortable while you practice.