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sona:vogue micro
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User Guide
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Welcome
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sona:vogue micro is a fully automatic hearing aid that
combines high sound quality, maximum speech
comprehension, and optimal listening comfort. We are
convinced that the outstanding performance of
your sona:vogue micro will provide valuable benefits
in your daily life.
Please read these user instructions thoroughly to
benefit from all the possibilities your new sona:vogue
micro has to offer. sona:vogue micro is a quality
product developed by the Swiss company Sona Hearing.
With proper use and care, you will be able to enjoy
your sona:vogue micro for many years to come.
If you have any questions, please consult your hearing
care professional. For further information, visit the
Sona Hearing website www.sonahearing.com.
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Contents
1. Important information 6
2. Product description
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3. Step-by-step instructions
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4. Care and maintenance
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5. Troubleshooting
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6. Service and warranty
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7. Information and explanation of symbols
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1. Important information
Please read this information carefully before
using your sona:vogue micro.
Hazard warnings
Use only a sona:vogue micro that has been
specially programmed for you by your hearing care
professional. Other systems may be ineffective
and in certain cases may damage your hearing.
Changes or modifications to the sona:vogue micro
that were not explicitly approved by Sona Hearing
are not recommended. Such changes may damage
your ear or the sona:vogue micro.
Hearing instrument batteries are toxic if they are
swallowed! Keep them out of reach of children
and pets. If batteries are swallowed, consult your
physician immediately.
In very rare cases, the dome can remain in your
ear canal when removing the sound tube from the
ear. In the unlikely case that the dome does get
stuck in your ear canal, it is strongly recommended
that you see a physician for safe removal.
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In some environments, sona:vogue micro will
reduce background noise. Please be aware that
warning signals or noise coming from behind,
e.g. cars, are partially or entirely suppressed.
Keep the sona:vogue micro out of reach of children
under 3 years of age.
Information on product safety
Never immerse your sona:vogue micro in water!
Protect it from excessive moisture. Always remove
your hearing aid before showering, bathing,
or swimming.
Protect your sona:vogue micro from heat (never
leave near a window or in the car). Never use
a microwave or other heating device to dry
your sona:vogue micro. Ask your hearing care
professional about suitable drying methods.
When you are not using your sona:vogue micro,
leave the battery compartment open so that any
moisture can evaporate. Make sure that you
always completely dry your sona:vogue micro after
cleaning. Store the sona:vogue micro in a safe,
dry, and clean place.
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Do not drop your sona:vogue micro. Dropping onto
a hard surface can damage it.
Always use new batteries for your sona:vogue
micro. You can return used batteries to your
hearing care professional.
Remove the battery from the battery compartment
if you are not using your sona:vogue micro for a
longer period of time.
X-ray radiation (e.g. CT scans, MRI scans) may
adversely affect the correct functioning of your
sona:vogue micro. We recommend that you
remove it before undergoing X-ray procedures
and keep it outside the X-ray radiation room.
Do not use your sona:vogue micro in areas where
electronic equipment is prohibited.
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2. Product description
Microphones
Battery door with ON/OFF functionality
Color snap-on
Sound tube
Dome
Retention
Side indicator: red = right; blue = left
Your sona:vogue micro requires size
312 batteries.
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3. Step-by-step instructions
This chapter provides step-by-step instructions on how
to use your sona:vogue micro. Please follow these steps
carefully.
Step 1: Preparing the battery
Remove the protective foil from the new battery.
Certain batteries need some time (max. 2 minutes)
to activate.
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Step 2: Inserting the battery
Open the battery door. Insert the battery as shown
and indicated in the battery compartment. Use size
312 battery for your sona:vogue micro.
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Step 3: Turning on the sona:vogue micro
Switch on the sona:vogue micro by completely
closing the battery door. Once switched on,
your sona:vogue micro is ready to be used.
Open and close the battery compartment gently
and carefully.
If you feel resistance when closing the battery
compartment, make sure the battery is inserted
correctly. If the battery is inserted the wrong
way, the hearing aid will not work and the battery
compartment can be damaged.
It can take up to 5 seconds before it starts. When you
wear the sona:vogue micro, you will hear an acoustic
signal that indicates when the device is switched on.
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Step 4: Inserting your sona:vogue micro
Each hearing system is individually programmed for
your right or left ear. For the first step, identify right
and left so you will be able to insert your hearing
system in the correct ear.
Color indicator
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Red = right ear
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Blue = left ear
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With your right hand, place the right sona:vogue micro
behind your right ear. Holding the sound tube between
your thumb and forefinger, insert the dome deep
enough into the ear canal so that the sound tube lies
flat on your ear. If your sona:vogue micro has a
retention, then press it into the bowl of the ear in order
to retain the dome in the ear canal.
Step 5: Removing your sona:vogue micro
Grasp the sona:vogue micro by the sound tube and
carefully remove it from your ear.
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Step 6: Switching off your sona:vogue micro
You can turn off your sona:vogue micro by opening the
battery door.
Step 7: Replacing the battery
If the battery needs to be replaced, sona:vogue micro
will play an acoustic signal (two beeps, each 1 second
long). This signal is repeated until the battery is
completely empty. The duration between the first
warning signal and the end of operation can vary.
Therefore, we suggest that you replace the old battery
immediately after the first warning signal.
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4. Care and maintenance
Diligent and routine care of your sona:vogue micro
will contribute to outstanding performance and a long
service life.
Please use these specifications as a guideline:
General
Before using hair spray or applying cosmetics, you
should remove your sona:vogue micro from your ear,
because these products may damage it.
Try to avoid touching the microphones, e.g. when
inserting or operating the sona:vogue micro.
If you feel pain in or behind your ear, or if it is inflamed,
please check with your hearing care professional or
physician.
Daily
Inspect the dome and sound tube for earwax and
moisture deposits. Clean the surfaces with a lint-free
cloth. Never use cleaning agents such as household
detergents, soap, etc. to clean your sona:vogue micro.
If you need to clean your sona:vogue micro intensively,
ask your hearing care professional for advice and
information.
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Weekly
Clean the dome with a soft, damp cloth or with a special
cleaning cloth for hearing aids. For more in-depth
maintenance instructions or for more than basic
cleaning, please see your hearing care professional.
Monthly
Inspect your sound tube for color changes, hardening,
or cracks. In the case of such changes, the sound
tube has to be replaced. Please see your hearing care
professional.
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5. Troubleshooting
Hearing systems sound softer than usual
or no sound is audible at all
Check the sound tube and dome for earwax residue and
clean if necessary. Check whether the battery is
correctly inserted. If there is no improvement, change
the battery. If the problem persists, contact your
hearing care professional.
Battery lifetime is shorter than usual
Insert a new battery and make note of exactly how
long it lasts. Contact your hearing care professional
with this information.
Crackling or buzzing noises
Check the sound tube and dome for earwax residue
or damage (color changes, hardening, or cracks) and
contact your hearing care professional if necessary
for replacement.
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Whistling
Make sure the dome is correctly and firmly fitted in
the ear. If this is the case, but the problem persists,
please consult with your hearing care professional.
Pain or inflammation in your ear
Remove the sona:vogue micro and consult with your
hearing care professional. If the problem is serious,
please contact your physician.
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6. Service and warranty
Each sona: product is covered by a manufacturer
warranty. Please ask your hearing care professional
about the details. This warranty covers repairs in
case of processing and material errors.
The warranty does not cover damages due to:
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normal wear and tear
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improper handling or care
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exposure to chemicals
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immersion in water or undue stress
In case of damage caused by third parties or
unauthorized service, the sona: warranty is null and
void. This warranty does not cover services performed
by a hearing care professional at his or her workplace.
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7. Information and explanation of symbols
With the CE symbol, Sona Hearing confirms that
this sona: product – including accessories –
meets the requirements of the Medical Devices
Directive 93/42/EEC as well as the R&TTE Directive
199/5/EC on radio and telecommunications
transmitters. The numbers after the CE symbol
correspond to the code of certified institutions
that were consulted under the above-mentioned
directives.
This symbol indicates that the products described
in these user instructions adhere to the
requirements for an application part Type BF
of EN 60601-1. The surface of the hearing system
is specified as application part Type BF.
This symbol indicates that it is important for the
user to read and take into account the relevant
information in these user guides.
This symbol indicates that it is important for the
user to pay attention to the relevant warning
notices in these user guides.
Important information for handling and product
safety.
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Operating conditions
The product is designed to function without problems or
restrictions if used as intended, unless otherwise noted
in this user guide.
Transport and storage conditions
During transport or storage, the temperature should
not exceed the limit values of –20°/+60° Celsius
and relative humidity of 65 % for a long period of time.
The air pressure range between 500 hPa and 1100 hPa
is appropriate.
The symbol with the crossed-out wheeled bin is
to make you aware that this hearing aid may not
be thrown away as normal household waste.
Please dispose of an old or unused hearing aid at
waste disposal sites intended for electronic waste,
or give your hearing aid to your hearing care
professional for disposal. Proper disposal protects
the environment and health.
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sona: simplify your life
Manufacturer:
Sona Hearing AG
Laubisrütistrasse 28
CH-8712 Stäfa
Switzerland
www.sonahearing.com
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029-0702-02/V1.00/2009-11/mlwp/Printed in Switzerland © Sona Hearing AG, all rights reserved
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