oticon Alta 2, Instructions For Use Manual

Page 1: ...INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE BTE13 PP...

Page 2: ...Care Professional has adjusted the hearing instrument to meet your needs If you have additional questions please contact your Hearing Care Professional About Start up Handling Options Warnings More i...

Page 3: ...er hearing instrument is intended to be used by adults and children 36 months with moderate to severe up to severe to profound hearing loss IMPORTANT NOTICE The hearing instrument amplification is uni...

Page 4: ...instrument 12 Battery size 13 13 Turn the hearing instrument on and off 14 When to replace the battery 15 How to replace the battery 16 Caring for your hearing instrument 18 Sound hook with mould 20 P...

Page 5: ...Mute the hearing instrument optional 33 Change volume optional 34 Change programs optional 36 Other options optional 38 Wireless accessories optional 40 Tamper resistant battery drawer optional 42 War...

Page 6: ...different attachments and several different ear pieces which classify your hearing instrument style Please identify your attachment and ear piece This will make it easier for you to navigate through t...

Page 7: ...7 Thin tube Corda miniFit An instrument with a thin tube will have one of the following ear pieces dome or micro mould Ear grip optional Thin tube Micro mould Dome...

Page 8: ...8 Sound hook and mould What it is Push button Nail grip Battery drawer Sound hook Tube Mould Microphone openings About Start up Handling Options Warnings More info...

Page 9: ...9 What it does Open the battery drawer Change programs volume and mute the instrument Sound out Sound in Contains the battery Battery drawer is also the on off switch...

Page 10: ...10 Thin tube Corda miniFit What it is Push button Microphone openings Battery drawer Thin tube About Start up Handling Options Warnings More info Nail grip...

Page 11: ...11 Change programs volume and mute the instrument Sound in What it does Contains the battery Battery drawer is also the on off switch Sound out Open the battery drawer...

Page 12: ...sh between the left and the right instrument as they might be programmed differently A RED indicator inside the battery drawer marks the RIGHT instrument A BLUE indicator inside the battery drawer mar...

Page 13: ...ronic device that runs on special batteries To activate the hearing instrument you must insert a new battery in the battery drawer See how in the Replace the battery section Battery drawer Your instru...

Page 14: ...ment on and off The battery drawer is also used to switch the hearing instrument on and off To preserve the battery make sure your instrument is switched off when you are not wearing it Turn ON Close...

Page 15: ...ed in moderate intervals until the battery runs out Two beeps The battery is running low Four beeps The battery has run out Battery maintenance tip To make sure the hearing instrument is always workin...

Page 16: ...battery drawer Remove the battery Remove the sticky label from the side of the new battery Insert the new battery into the battery drawer Insert it from above NOT from the side Make sure the side face...

Page 17: ...hrough the ear piece Hold the ear piece close to your ear to hear the jingle The MultiTool can be used for battery change Use the magnetic end to remove and insert batteries The MultiTool is provided...

Page 18: ...microphone openings Carefully brush away debris from the openings Gently brush the surface Make sure the brush is not pressed in to the openings About Start up Handling Options Warnings More info IMP...

Page 19: ...away from credit cards and other magnetically sensitive devices The MultiTool The MultiTool contains a brush and a wire loop for cleaning ear wax from the mould The brush can be replaced and purchase...

Page 20: ...d hook with mould Read the following pages if you have a hearing instrument with a sound hook and a mould The mould is customised for you and fits your ear About Start up Handling Options Warnings Mor...

Page 21: ...aring instrument with mould Gently pull your ear outwards and press the mould in the direction of the ear canal twisting slightly Place the hearing instrument behind your ear Step 1 Step 2 www oticon...

Page 22: ...ace of the mould Use the MultiTool wire loop to clean the opening Replace the tube The tubing between the mould and the instrument should be replaced when it becomes yellow or stiff Consult your Heari...

Page 23: ...m from the instruments Disconnect the tube and mould from the hook Hold the hook firmly when pulling off the tube Other wise the instrument may be damaged Wash the mould and tube using mild soap Rinse...

Page 24: ...th either a dome or micro mould as ear piece Corda miniFit is a thin tube that brings the sound into your ear The thin tube should always be used with an ear piece attached Use only parts designed for...

Page 25: ...your ear Hold the bend of the tube between your thumb and index finger The ear piece should point towards the ear canal opening Gently push the ear piece into your ear canal until the thin tube sits...

Page 26: ...ube The thin tube should be cleaned to keep it clear from moisture and wax If not cleaned it could become blocked with wax which means no sound will be able to come out About Start up Handling Options...

Page 27: ...Pull the thin tube out of the hearing instrument Push the cleaning tool all the way through the thin tube Reconnect the thin tube to the hearing instrument Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 www oticon com clean tu...

Page 28: ...es The domes are made from medically approved rubber material If you have a dome check the type and size below IMPORTANT NOTICE If the dome is not on the tube when removed from the ear it might still...

Page 29: ...or less filled with wax replace it with a new one typical weekly Hold on to the end of the thin tube and then pull off the dome Place the thin tube exactly in the middle of the dome Push firmly to ens...

Page 30: ...30 Thin tube with micro mould Read the following pages if you have a micro mould ear piece The micro mould is customised for your ear shape About Start up Handling Options Warnings More info...

Page 31: ...lter in the ear piece should be replaced when clogged or when the hearing instrument does not sound normal Always use the wax filter provided by your Hearing Care Professional The vent is cleaned by p...

Page 32: ...on the following pages are optional Please contact your Hearing Care Professional to find out how your hearing instrument is programmed If you experience difficult listening situations a special progr...

Page 33: ...e wearing it IMPORTANT NOTICE Do not use the mute function as an off switch as the hearing instrument still draws current from the battery in this mode Apply a very long press to either end of the but...

Page 34: ...me down Change volume optional The push button allows you to adjust the volume You will hear a click when you turn the volume up or down To be filled out by the Hearing Care Professional Volume change...

Page 35: ...35 Quick reset If you wish to return to the standard settings of the instrument programmed by your Hearing Care Professional simply open and then close the battery drawer Open Close...

Page 36: ...order If for example you want to go from program 1 to 4 you can press the down button once instead of pressing the up button 3 times Change programs optional Your hearing instrument can have up to 4 d...

Page 37: ...37 To be filled out by the Hearing Care Professional Program Sound you will hear when activated When to use 1 1 beep 2 2 beeps 3 3 beeps 4 4 beeps Program change LEFT RIGHT Short press Long press...

Page 38: ...res churches or lecture rooms This symbol or a similar sign is shown wherever a teleloop has been installed Autophone Autophone can automatically activate a phone program in the hearing instrument if...

Page 39: ...ent and via a cable connected to an external sound source For detailed information on these options contact your Hearing Care Professional or visit www oticon com IMPORTANT NOTICE Only connect hearing...

Page 40: ...nnectLine is a family of products that allows you to receive audio signals from TVs phones music players PCs or an external microphone wire lessly through your hearing instrument Remote Control The Re...

Page 41: ...aching an FM system The FM system allows you to receive speech or audio signals directly to your hearing instrument from a dedicated transmitter For detailed information on wireless accessories contac...

Page 42: ...used IMPORTANT NOTICE Avoid excessive force to open the battery drawer when in the locked position Do not force the battery drawer beyond its fully opened position Make sure to insert the battery corr...

Page 43: ...ll tool provided by your Hearing Care Professional Insert the tip of the tool into the small hole at the back of the battery drawer 1 Move it to the right and hold it 2 Open the battery drawer To lock...

Page 44: ...ttain full benefit from it Consult your Hearing Care Profes sional if you experience unexpected operations or events with your hearing instrument Usage of hearing instruments Hearing instruments shoul...

Page 45: ...fficulties Children below 36 months must always use a tamper resistant battery drawer This option is available in BTE miniBTE RITE and miniRITE instruments If a battery or hearing instrument is swallo...

Page 46: ...y manu facturers of implantable defibrilla tors and pacemakers regarding use with mobile phones and magnets Your hearing instrument has a wire less transmission Please keep the hearing instrument at l...

Page 47: ...e condi tions The hearing instrument has not been tested for compliance with international standards concerning explosive environments It is recommended not to use your hearing instrument in areas whe...

Page 48: ...pellent can damage your hearing instrument Always remove your hearing instrument before applying such products and allow time to dry before putting it on Power instrument This is a power instrument an...

Page 49: ...dition Please seek consultation with a physician if these conditions occur Interference Your hearing instrument has been thoroughly tested for interference according to the most stringent internationa...

Page 50: ...o mould or dome Intermittent or reduced sound Clogged sound outlet Moisture Worn out battery Clogged damping filter in sound hook Squealing noise Hearing instrument earpiece inserted incorrectly Ear w...

Page 51: ...ace wax filter Clean mould Clean Corda miniFit thin tube replace dome or replace wax filter Wipe battery with a dry cloth and or dry tube Replace the battery Contact your Hearing Care Professional for...

Page 52: ...ollow these guidelines 1 Gently wipe off any water 2 Open the battery drawer and remove the battery and gently wipe off any water in the battery drawer 3 Let the hearing instrument dry with the batter...

Page 53: ...Relative humidity 5 to 93 non condensing Storage and transportation conditions Temperature and humidity shall not exceed the below limits for extended periods during transportation and storage Tempera...

Page 54: ...______________________________________________ Purchase date _______________________________________________________ Warranty period _________________ Month ______________________________ Model left _...

Page 55: ...posure to corrosive conditions physical changes in your ear damage due to foreign ob jects entering the device or incorrect adjustments are NOT covered by the limited warranty and may void it The abov...

Page 56: ...ice and hearing instrument is usable a combined rating that equals at least 5 would provide normal use a combined rating of 6 or greater would indicate excellent performance Whereas all hearing instru...

Page 57: ...ed upon the best information available but it cannot be guaranteed that all users will be satisfied The immunity of this hearing instrument is M4 T4 IMPORTANT NOTICE The performance of individual hear...

Page 58: ...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...

Page 59: ...subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any inter ference received including inter ference that may cause undesired operatio...

Page 60: ...ant provisions of Directive 1999 5 EC Declaration of Conformity is available from the manufacturer Manufactured by Oticon A S Kongebakken 9 DK 2765 Sm rum Denmark www oticon com Waste from electronic...

Page 61: ...Volume control Yes No Yes No Program shift Yes No Yes No Mute Yes No Volume control indicators On Off Beeps at min max volume On Off On Off Clicks when changing volume On Off On Off Beeps at preferred...

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