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Wearing
Comfort

Convenient 
Functionality

Optimal 
Performance

P.O. Box 877

Casselberry, FL 32718

www.audina.net

H E A R I N G   H E A L T H C A R E   P R O V I D E R

MADE I N U.S.A.

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Summary of Contents for SPARO

Page 1: ... S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L Wearing Comfort Convenient Functionality Optimal Performance P O Box 877 Casselberry FL 32718 www audina net HEARI NG HEALTHCARE PROVI DER MADE IN U S A sparo manual 8 1 08 2 24 10 1 41 PM Page 1 ...

Page 2: ...If necessary your hearing healthcare provider can make further modifications to enhance your listening experience A period of adjustment may be needed to become accustomed to your new hearing aids and the renewed world of sounds you will experience The adjustment time varies for each individual and may be as little as a couple of weeks to as long as several months Allow yourself time to become fam...

Page 3: ...hone Use 12 Push Button Memory 12 Cell Phone Compatibility 13 Do s and Don ts 15 Troubleshooting 17 Binaural Amplification 19 Children with Hearing Loss 20 Warranty Information 21 Service and Repair Information 22 Notice to Prospective Users 23 Notice to Providers 24 Serial Numbers 25 Owner Information 26 TAB LE OF CONTENTS ii sparo manual 8 1 08 2 24 10 1 41 PM Page 5 ...

Page 4: ...d tube where it attaches to the ear bud and gently push the ear bud into your ear canal until it is just inside your ear canal Step 3 Place the retention guard of the sound tube into the bowl of your concha Be sure to open the battery door after removing the instruments from your ears this will turn the instruments off and conserve battery power 1 Rear Microphone 3 SPARO design is patent pending S...

Page 5: ...ued The device is then muted and put into low power sleep mode Battery replacement will then be required The volume of the low battery indicator can be adjusted by your hearing healthcare provider 4 left and right instruments If you are wearing hearing instruments on both ears it is important to use the correct device in each ear The sound tubes are marked with red lettering for the Right ear and ...

Page 6: ...ts are not in use open the battery compartment to prevent excessive battery drain and ventilate the instruments Important Always discard used batteries Small batteries can be harmful if swallowed Keep batteries out of the reach of pets and small children In case of ingestion contact your physician or call the National Button Battery Hotline collect at 202 625 3333 6 battery information To replace ...

Page 7: ...our hearing healthcare provider Please don t attempt to modify the shape or length of the sound tube yourself The tube and bud should be cleaned regularly according to the instructions on the following pages The wearing of a hearing instrument may accelerate the accumulation of ear wax This can easily be removed by your physician or in some cases your hearing healthcare provider You should not use...

Page 8: ... of a dehumidifying system or drying kit approved by your hearing healthcare provider is recommended These accessories may be purchased from your hearing healthcare provider 10 Do not rinse or submerge these parts in water there is a risk of damage if a water drop becomes trapped in the sound tube If this should occur it will prevent sound from coming through the tube and may be harmful to the ins...

Page 9: ...strument Ask your hearing healthcare provider if Adaptive Directionality is a featured option on your hearing instrument 12 11 The most common causes of hearing instrument repair are wax and moisture If you are encountering recurrent repairs please discuss the various wax moisture prevention systems and accessories with your hearing healthcare provider Sound Inlet Filters Your SPARO hearing instru...

Page 10: ... 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 immunity of this hearing aid is at least M2 T2 The equipment performance measurements categories and system classifications are based upon the best information available but cannot guarantee that all users will ...

Page 11: ... instruments in the bathroom during a shower or near a steam room as moisture created by the steam may cause damage 16 the do s and don ts of hearing aid care DO store the instruments overnight in a hearing aid dehumidifier to absorb moisture Be sure and remove batteries first DO always carry spare batteries DO replace the battery when the low battery warning beep sequence begins DO always care fo...

Page 12: ... troubleshooting guidelines No Sound Ensure that hearing instruments are turned on Replace the battery Ensure that there is no wax or debris in the sound tube Whistling Feedback Ensure that hearing instruments are properly placed up behind the ear and ear bud is put into the ear canal Excessive earwax improperly sized instruments and large vents can cause whistling Contact your hearing healthcare ...

Page 13: ...pared to one hearing instrument stereo sound The ability to locate a sound source in noisy and normal listening conditions Increased ability to understand speech in noisy and normal listening conditions A sensation of balanced hearing Talk with your hearing healthcare provider about what is best for you Even the best technology can t do the work of two ears In addition to seeing a physician for a ...

Page 14: ...he date of the original warranty work This warranty is specifically limited to the scope set forth herein and may not in any way be expanded by the other oral or written representations You should visit your hearing healthcare provider if your hearing instruments are in need of service If you no longer have a hearing healthcare provider and are in need of one you may contact Audina and we will ass...

Page 15: ...tatement 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 interest and its use is strongly discouraged Hearing healthcare providers should advise a prospective hearing instrument user to consult promptly with a licensed physician preferably an ear specialist before dispensing a hearing i...

Page 16: ...ory D Original Warranty Expires Hearing Healthcare Provider OWNER INFORMATION 26 Each hearing instrument has its own unique number located on the exterior of the hearing aid The first two digits of the serial number represent the year in which the instrument was manufactured 25 serial number sparo manual 8 1 08 2 24 10 1 42 PM Page 31 ...

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