Cochlear Baha Attract System, User Manual

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(implantable cardioverter defibrillators) and 
magnetic ventricular shunts, as the magnets may 
affect the function of these devices. Contact the 
manufacturer of the specific device to find out 
more. 

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The Baha Attract System (SP Magnet and 
implanted magnet) contains magnets that may 
interfere with or damage surrounding electronic 
devices, for example mobile phones.

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 If the SP magnet is too weak the sound 
processor may fall off. If it is too strong you 
may feel discomfort or experience soreness and 
irritation of the skin. If you are unsure about 
the strength of your SP magnet, contact  your 
hearing care professional. 

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If you experience persistent irritation or soreness 
of the skin, or if the SP magnet gives you any 
discomfort, remove it and contact your hearing 
care professional. 

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If you wear hats, etc. be sure to avoid pressure 
on your SP magnet as this may cause irritation to 
the tissue under this magnet. 

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Do not wear your sound processor and SP 
magnet while sleeping as this may cause 
irritation to  the skin under the SP magnet. 

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The Baha Attract System (SP Magnet and 
implanted magnet) contains magnets that may 
damage magnetic cards (e.g. credit cards, bus 
cards, etc.) and data storage devices.

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Remember that your implant contains a magnet, 
so be aware that it may attract other metallic 
objects that are held in close proximity (e.g. 
hairdresser’s scissors, etc.). 

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Do not wear any other magnets (e.g. fridge 
magnets) over your implant than SP magnets 
from Cochlear supplied to you by your hearing 
care professional.

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This product is not suitable for use in flammable 
and/or explosive environments.

 • If the SP magnet and soft material becomes 

soaked with water: 

Put it in a container with 

drying capsules such as a Dri-aid kit or similar. 
Leave it to dry out overnight. Drying kits are 
available from most hearing care professionals.

 • For parents or caregivers:

 regularly check to 

see if the user experiences persistent irritation or 
soreness of the skin, or if the SP magnet causes 
any discomfort. If so remove it and contact the 
hearing care professional.  

Caring for your SP magnet

Keep your SP magnet clean by wiping it with an 
alcohol-free wipe. Do not use running water to 
clean your SP magnet. 

Clean the SP magnet coupling using a soft brush.

It is recommended to wear the SP magnet with 
the soft pad attached for maximum wearing 
comfort.

Changing soft pads

You should change the SP magnet soft pad 
regularly. You should replace the soft pad if you 
observe the following:

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An accumulation of dirt or moisture on the soft 
pad that cannot be wiped off

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The soft pad appears worn-out or damaged

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You experience a gradual deterioration in 
wearing comfort (if changing the soft pad 
does not help please contact your hearing care 
professional)

Contact your hearing care professional to obtain 
new soft pads.

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  Remove the soft pad from the SP magnet, by 

lifting and gripping the unglued portion of the 
soft material, and then slowly release the soft 
pad from the SP magnet.

Make sure that the adhesive remains are 
completely removed from the SP magnet. 

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  Select a new soft pad and remove the cover 

sheet to expose the adhesive.

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  Attach the soft pad to the SP magnet. Make 

sure that the soft pad is centralised and covers 
the entire SP magnet surface. 

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  Remove the remaining cover sheet from the 

soft pad before you start wearing the SP 
magnet. 

Note: A small section on the edge of the soft 
pad is not covered by adhesive for easier grip 
and removal. 

Handling your sound 

processor 

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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 SP magnet 
placed on your head. Make sure you support the 
processor from the bottom with your thumb as 
you press the buttons with your index finger. 

Storing your processor

Store your sound processor in your storage box 
when it is not in use. The sound processor can be 
attached to the SP magnet and the safety line can 
be attached to the sound processor.

Warnings and precautions

Caution: If you are to undergo an MRI 
(Magnetic Resonance Imaging) procedure, 

refer to the MRI Reference Card included in the 
document pack.

Other Safety Information

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Remove the sound processor and SP Magnet 
for any treatment involving ionizing radiation, 
such as for example X-ray, CT-scan and radiation 
therapy. 

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The implanted magnet may affect diagnostic 
information/treatment effectiveness in the area 
around the magnet during a treatment with 
ionizing radiation (e.g. X-Ray, CTscan, radiation 
therapy). Consult your treating physician before 
going through any such treatment. 

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The Baha Attract System contains small parts 
that may be hazardous if swallowed or may 
cause choking if ingested or inhaled. 

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Adult supervision is recommended when the 
user is a child.

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The Baha Attract System contains magnets 
that should be kept away from life supporting 
devices, e.g. cardiac pacemakers and ICDs