Phonak Milo Plus, User Manual

Page 1: ...In the ear hearing system User Guide...

Page 2: ...m description 10 4 Step by step instructions for using the hearing system 13 Step 1 Getting to know your hearing system 13 Step 2 Battery preparation 15 Step 3 Inserting the battery 16 Step 4 Turning...

Page 3: ...m 22 Step 9 Turning off the hearing system 24 Step 10 Changing the battery 24 5 Care and maintenance 25 6 Troubleshooting 28 7 Wireless accessories and FM systems 29 8 Service and warranty 31 9 Inform...

Page 4: ...ems that are simple and easy to use Many automatic functions offer maximum sound quality the highest speech clarity and optimal hearing comfort in almost all hearing situations We are convinced that t...

Page 5: ...5 If you have any questions please consult your hearing care professional Phonak life is on www phonak com 0459...

Page 6: ...may be ineffective and may in certain cases damage your hearing Changes or modifications to the hearing system that were not explicitly approved by Phonak are not permitted Such changes may damage yo...

Page 7: ...ystem contains small parts which can be swallowed by children External devices may only be connected if they have been tested in accordance with corresponding IECXXXXX standards Only use accessories a...

Page 8: ...g your hearing system leave the battery compartment open so that any moisture can evaporate Make sure that you always completely dry your hearing system after use Store the hearing system in a safe dr...

Page 9: ...X ray radiation e g CT scans MRI scans may adversely affect the correct functioning of your hearing systems We recommend that you remove them before undergoing X ray procedures and keep them outside t...

Page 10: ...s that are situated only in the bowl of the ear On the following pages use the labeled drawings to identify the hearing system that you use Please note specific functions described on the following pa...

Page 11: ...ax protection system c Battery compartment with ON OFF switch d Program switch optional e Protected microphone inlet f Removal handle CIC MC g Right or left indicator right red left blue h Vent A volu...

Page 12: ...let and wax protection system c Battery compartment with ON OFF switch d Protected microphone inlet e Program switch optional f Right or left indicator right red left blue g Volume control optional h...

Page 13: ...hat are parti cularly important for each step are shown in green Step 1 Getting to know your hearing system Take the hearing instrument in your hand and try out the hearing system controls This will m...

Page 14: ...m Turn the volume control to change the volume Fig 1a left ear right ear The direction you have to turn the volume control when wearing the system in the ear is shown in step 6 in this section Fig 1a...

Page 15: ...ge a hearing program press the program switch displayed Fig 1b Step 2 Battery preparation Remove the protective foil from the new battery Fig 2 Wait for two minutes before inserting to activate the ba...

Page 16: ...r hand Fig 3a and open the battery door Insert the battery so that you see the symbol on the battery Fig 3b Step 4 Turning on the hearing system Switch on the hearing system by closing the battery com...

Page 17: ...ake sure the battery is correctly inserted and in the correct direction If the battery is inserted the wrong way the hearing system will not work and the battery compartment can be damaged The hearing...

Page 18: ...ammed 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 Step 5 1 Identifying the hearing systems for the right...

Page 19: ...ing system see step 5 1 between your thumb and forefinger Fig 5b Insert the tip of the hearing system into the ear canal see the part circled in green in Fig 5b Carefully pull on your earlobe and push...

Page 20: ...see step 5 1 Step 6 Adjusting the volume control in the ear To increase the volume possible only on models with an optional volume control turn the volume control forward To decrease it turn the volu...

Page 21: ...in models with an optional program switch press the program switch shown Fig 7 If you press it again you change to the next program A signal indicates the change A signal tone can only be easily hear...

Page 22: ...move the hearing system either with or without the removal line Step 8 1 Removing the hearing system with a removal handle Hold the removal handle between the thumb and index finger and carefully pull...

Page 23: ...humb behind your lobe directly behind the hard cartilage Fig 8b and gently press your ear upward to push the hearing system out of the canal In order to help it along make chewing movements with your...

Page 24: ...ery is completely empty your hearing system will indicate to you that the battery soon needs to be changed with an acoustic signal Once this happens you have about 30 minutes in some cases longer to c...

Page 25: ...ce life Please use the following specifications as a guideline General information Before using hair spray or applying cosmetics you should remove your hearing system from your ear because these produ...

Page 26: ...an your hearing systems If your hearing system is performing weakly or fails to operate clean or replace the wax guard system If your hearing system fails to operate after you have correctly cleaned o...

Page 27: ...artGuard is a unique wax protection system developed by Phonak The unique membrane design completely protects your hearing system from wax and moisture Please ask your hearing care professional for fu...

Page 28: ...battery If the problem persists contact your hearing care professional Battery discharges too quickly Insert a new battery and make note of exactly how long it lasts Contact your hearing care professi...

Page 29: ...the problem is serious please contact your physician 7 1 Wireless accessories Phonak has developed a broad range of wireless acces sories that allow you to best use and discreetly control your hearin...

Page 30: ...disruptive background noises or echoes Phonak is a leader in FM communication In order to take advantage of the benefits of these high tech radio systems consult with your hearing care professional I...

Page 31: ...ial errors No warranty claims will be considered if the hearing system shows normal wear and tear improper handling or care exposure to chemicals immersion in water or undue stress In case of damage c...

Page 32: ...s 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications made to th...

Page 33: ...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...

Page 34: ...t 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 The product is designed such that it function...

Page 35: ...opriate The symbol with the crossed out garbage bin is to make you aware that this hearing system may not be thrown away as normal household waste Please dispose of old or unused hearing systems at wa...

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