Beurer HA 80 Single User manual

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ENGLISH
Read these instructions for use carefully and keep them for later use, be
sure to make them accessible to other users and observe the information
they contain.
Dear customer,
Thank you for choosing a product from our range. Our name stands for high-quality, thorough-
ly tested products for applications in the areas of heat, weight, blood pressure, blood glucose,
body temperature, pulse, gentle therapy, beauty, massage and indoor air quality.
With kind regards,
Your Beurer team
Contents
1. Included in delivery................................. 25
2. Signs and symbols................................. 25
3. Warnings and safety notes..................... 27
4. Proper use.............................................. 31
5. Device description.................................. 31
6. Initial use ................................................ 32
7. Usage ..................................................... 34
8. Cleaning and maintenance..................... 38
9. Accessories and replacement parts ...... 39
10. What if there are problems?................. 40
11. Disposal................................................ 42
12. Technical specifications....................... 43
13. Warranty and service............................ 44

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1. Included in delivery
Check that the exterior of the cardboard delivery packaging is intact and make sure that all con-
tents are present. Before use, ensure that there is no visible damage to the device or accessories
and that all packaging material has been removed. If you have any doubts, do not use the device
and contact your retailer or the specified Customer Service address.
1 x HA 80 digital hearing amplifier
(includes sound tube for the left or rightear)
4 x earplugs (various sizes and designs)
1 x replaceable battery
1 x cleaning brush
1 x drying capsule
1 x storage box with charging function
1 x instructions for use
Getting to know your device
The hearing amplifier is a device to help people hear better. It does this by amplifying sounds
and then transmitting them to the ear. The hearing amplifier can neither prevent nor alleviate or-
ganically caused hearing loss.
Nevertheless, it offers various usage possibilities. Whether you want to watch a film, chat with
friends or just feel like listening to the sounds of nature in the woods, this hearing amplifier
helps you to hear sounds more loudly and clearly.
2. Signs and symbols
The following symbols are used on the device, in these instructions for use, on the packaging
and on the type plate for the device:

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WARNING Warning notice indicating a risk of injury or damage to health.
IMPORTANT Safety note indicating possible damage to the device.
Note Note on important information.
Observe the instructions for use.
Serial number
Application part type B
Disposal in accordance with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equip-
ment EC Directive – WEEE
The CE labelling certifies that the product complies with the essential
requirements of Directive 93/42/EEC on medical devices.
European Authorised Representative
Manufacturer

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Storage/Transport
Permissible storage and transport temperature and humidity
Operating
Permissible operating temperature and humidity
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PAP
Dispose of packaging in an environmentally friendly manner.
IP 21
Protected against solid foreign objects 12.5 mm in diameter and larger,
and against vertically falling drops of water
Use by
3. Warnings and safety notes
WARNING
• You must have your hearing checked by a doctor or qualified hearing care professional be-
fore using the hearing amplifier. The settings of the hearing amplifier should only be adjusted
by a trained expert; for example an ENT specialist, an audiologist or a qualified hearing am-
plifier retailer.
• If you have an existing or historic ear problem, you should consult your doctor before using
the hearing amplifier.
• May NOT be used by patients suffering from an ear inflammation or infection.

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• Do NOT use the hearing amplifier if you are suffering from an inflammation of the middle ear
or ear canal.
• If you feel unwell or experience pain when wearing the hearing amplifier, stop using it imme-
diately and contact your doctor.
• If your ear becomes inflamed or your skin irritated, or if you experience an increased accu-
mulation of earwax when wearing the hearing amplifier, stop using it immediately and con-
tact your doctor.
• Stop using the hearing amplifier and seek medical attention if the following occurs:
- Rash or eczema on areas of skin that come into contact with the hearing amplifier. (The
hearing amplifier is made from a material that is kind to the skin. In rare cases, however, an
allergic reaction may occur that appears in the form of eczema.)
- Use of the hearing amplifier results in discharge from the ear and/or necessitates ear treat-
ment.
- Sudden, significant decrease in hearing ability.
• If parts of the hearing amplifier become stuck in the ear, seek medical attention immediately.
Do not attempt to remove the parts yourself.
• Start with the volume at a low setting and increase it gradually once you have become ac-
customed to the hearing amplifier.
• Do NOT set the volume too high, as this may cause further damage to your hearing over an
extended period of time.
• Do NOT lend your hearing amplifier to others or use others’ hearing amplifier, as there is a
risk of hearing damage and infection if you do so.
• Do NOT pass on your hearing amplifier for use by other persons. The use of a hearing ampli-
fier that was designed for someone else may cause hearing damage.
• The hearing amplifier is NOT suitable for use by small children below the age of 36 months.
• It is particularly difficult to diagnose hearing problems in children. Children should only be
provided with a hearing amplifier following a thorough examination by an ENT specialist.
• Keep the hearing amplifier, the accessories and the batteries away from children, as there is
a risk of injury and choking.

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• This device is NOT intended for use by people (including children) with restricted physical,
sensory or mental skills or a lack of experience and/or a lack of knowledge, unless they are
supervised by a person who has responsibility for their safety or they receive instructions from
this person on how to use the device. Supervise children around the device to ensure they do
not play with it.
• Do NOT use the hearing amplifier in potentially explosive and hazardous environments.
• Do NOT use the device in oxygen-rich environments and over an extended period of time.
• Please contact the manufacturer in the following cases:
- if you require assistance in the set-up, use or maintenance of the hearing amplifier or
- if the device behaves unexpectedly during operation or otherwise.
• If you have any doubts, do NOT use a damaged hearing amplifier; contact your retailer or the
specified Customer Services address.
• Switch the device off immediately if it is faulty or not working properly.
• Do not attempt to open and/or repair the hearing amplifier yourself. Repairs may only be car-
ried out by Customer Services or authorised retailers. Failure to observe this will invalidate
the warranty.
Notes on handling batteries:
• If your skin or eyes come into contact with fluid from a battery cell, flush out the affected ar-
eas with water and seek medical assistance.
• Choking hazard! Small children may swallow and choke on batteries. Batteries should
be stored out of the reach of small children.
• If a battery leaks, put on protective gloves and dispose of the device.
• Protect batteries from excessive heat.
• Risk of explosion! Never throw batteries into a fire.
• Remove the battery from the device if you do not intend to use the device for an extend-
ed period of time.
• Do not disassemble, split or crush the battery.

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• Only use chargers specified in the instructions for use.
• The battery must be charged correctly prior to use. The instructions from the manufacturer
and the specifications regarding correct charging in these instructions for use must be ob-
served at all times.
• Fully charge the battery prior to initial use (see section 7.).
• In order to achieve the longest battery service life possible, fully charge the battery at least 4
times a year.
IMPORTANT
• Do NOT wear the hearing amplifier in the vicinity of strong electromagnetic fields or X-rays.
• Do NOT wear the hearing amplifier while bathing, showering or swimming.
• Protect the device from impacts, humidity, dirt, marked temperature fluctuations, direct sun-
light and high levels of air humidity.
• Very high temperatures may develop in closed vehicles during summer. You should therefore
never leave your hearing amplifier inside a vehicle.
• Do NOT drop the device or subject it to any shocks.
• If the hearing amplifier falls into water, dry it with a cloth and then have it inspected by your
retailer.
• Never attempt to dry the hearing amplifier in a microwave, a tumble dryer or with a hair dryer.
The hearing amplifier may otherwise become damaged.
• Do NOT use the hearing amplifier together with a mobile phone. (The radio waves of the mo-
bile phone may cause background noise or a loss of volume.)
• Do NOT wear the hearing amplifier while applying cosmetics (e.g. make-up, hairspray, per-
fume or sun cream).
• Do NOT wear the hearing amplifier while undergoing shortwave therapy or medical treat-
ments that involve strong radio frequency or magnetic fields.
• Take care when operating the buttons. Do NOT press too firmly.

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• Do not insert any sharp objects into the microphone opening as this may damage the micro-
phone.
• Do NOT touch the magnets of the hearing amplifier as this may damage the device.
• Do NOT touch the inside of the device. There are many sensitive components that have been
precisely configured. Under no circumstances should you poke at the inside of the hearing
amplifier with a needle or similar object.
• Service your hearing amplifier at regular intervals. Make sure there are no foreign objects in
between the earplug and speaker, as this could impair the sound.
4. Proper use
The hearing amplifier is only to be used to help people to hear better. The device is only intend-
ed for the purpose described in these instructions for use. The manufacturer is not liable for
damage resulting from improper or careless use.
5. Device description
Hearing amplifier
1 Minus button
2 Plus button
3 Program selection button
4 Microphone
5 Adapter
6 Sound tube
7 Fixing tube
8 Earplug
9 Replaceable battery
4
7
5
6
3
2
1
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Storage box with charging function
1 Hearing amplifier charging position
2 Charging position of replaceable battery
3 Storage position for drying capsule
4Micro-USB connection
5Drying capsule
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Cleaning brush
Brush
For cleaning the hearing amplifier
Loop
For removing earwax in the earplug
6. Initial use
Remove the hearing amplifier from the packaging and check that the device and all accesso-
ries are included and not damaged.

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Charging the hearing amplifier using the storage box with charging function
To charge the device and battery, connect the mains part to a
socket, plug in the enclosed micro-USB cable and connect it to your
storage box with charging function.
Flashing green light:
The device and battery are charging.
Steady green light:
Device and battery are fully charged.
In general, it takes 2 hours before the device and battery are fully
charged.
Make sure the volume is initially set to the lowest setting before operating the hearing am-
plifier.
Note:
• The charging process can be carried out with the lid open or closed.
• The hearing amplifier can be stored in the storage box with charging function after they
have been fully charged and while you are not wearing them.

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7. Usage
Adjusting your hearing amplifier
1. The hearing tubes are printed with “2B” in red and blue respectively.
Red is for the right and blue is for the left ear.
red
blue
2. Attach the earplug to the sound tube by pushing it over the grooves
on the tube until it sits securely in place.
3. Place the hearing amplifier housing behind your ear. The curved
part of the sound tube should sit comfortably on the ear (next to the
arm of the glasses for glasses wearers).
4. Hold the sound tube in place and carefully insert the earplug into
the ear canal. Make sure not to insert the earplug too deeply into
the ear canal. If the earplug is not properly in place or feels uncom-
fortable, try a different earplug.
5. Place the fixing tube along your outer ear. This ensures the earplug
sits more tightly in your ear. If the fixing tube bothers you, you can
cut it off. It is not absolutely necessary.

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Check whether you have selected the correct size of earplug by moving your head slowly
up and down and then left and right while opening and closing your jaw. If the earplug
slips out, it is too small. If you wear glasses, place the arm of the glasses between your
head and the hearing amplifier.
IMPORTANT
Never insert the sound tube into the ear canal without an earplug. Make sure also not to
press the tube and earplug too deeply into the ear canal.
Switching the device on/off
In order to switch the hearing amplifiers on/off, hold down the
program selection button on the device for three (3) seconds
until you hear a beep.
Adjusting the volume
Plus button:
Increases the volume (press briefly)
Minus button:
Decreases the volume (press briefly)
Beep
♪
Use the volume button to adjust the volume to the desired level so that you can hear sounds
clearly and distinctly.

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Note:
• If you hear a slight whistling sound when wearing the hearing amplifier, check that your ear-
plug is fitted properly in your ear. If it is not snug enough, use a different earplug.
• The hearing amplifier cannot heal an existing hearing impairment, but it does improve hearing
and speech understanding.
• If you hear a single beep, the volume has been increased or reduced.
• If two beeps sound in succession, the highest or lowest possible volume has been reached.
Setting the hearing programs
To change the hearing program, press the program selection but-
ton.
P1: Normal mode (1x beep):
Suitable for quiet environments, e.g. at home or in the office.
P2: Noise reduction mode (2x beep)::
Suitable for outside areas, e.g. on the move, in the supermarket or
restaurant)
Beep
/Beep Beep
♪♪♪

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Changing the battery
To change the battery of the hearing amplifier, hold the battery firm-
ly with one hand, and hold the upper part of the hearing amplifier
with the other hand, then slide the two pieces apart. Now take the
fully charged spare battery and slide it onto the hearing amplifier.
The hearing amplifier is now ready to use again.
Replacing the sound tube
Please have the replacement sound tube set to hand for replacement. Check it in advance to
ensure that it has the correct colour marking (red is for the right and blue for the left ear).
1. Remove the battery from the device for better grip.
2. Hold the device in one hand and use the other hand to grip the adapter that connects the
sound tube and the device between your thumb and index finger.
3. Turn the adapter anticlockwise while also turning the device clockwise.
4. As soon as the adapter has turned through approximately 90°, pull the sound tube off in an
upward direction. Hold the device firmly while doing so.
5. Pick up the new sound tube. Put the sound tube in position and, applying gentle pressure,
rotate it fully onto the device in a clockwise direction until the arrow on the front is again in
alignment with the device buttons.
6. Check that the sound tube is in place before you reinsert the battery and switch on the de-
vice.
If you have any problems removing the sound tube, try using a pair of tweezers, for example, to
grip the adapter.

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Inserting the drying capsule
A drying capsule is included in delivery. Wearing the hearing amplifier be-
hind your ear means it comes into contact with your skin, and therefore
also with sweat, for example. This means that you should dry the device
after each use to care for it properly.
Remove the drying capsule from the packaging and place it with slight
pressure inside the storage slot intended for this purpose.
The capsule has a colour indicator. As the drying capacity decreases over
time, the colour changes from bright orange to white. If the capsule is a
whitish colour, it no longer has any drying capacity and has to be replaced.
To find out where to obtain a new drying capsule, see section 9. “Acces-
sories and replacement parts”.
Note: To ensure the best possible drying performance, close the lid of
the storage box with charging function after placing the hearing ampli-
fier inside.
8. Cleaning and maintenance
IMPORTANT
• Always keep the hearing amplifier clean.
• Always treat the product with care and prevent the earplug and microphone from becoming
blocked with foreign matter. Such blockages impair the sound amplification function.
• Clean the hearing amplifier and the earplugs with a clean, dry cloth after each use. If they
are very dirty, you can also moisten the cloth with a mild soapy solution. Never use abrasive,
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• Under no circumstances should you hold the hearing amplifier under water, as this can
cause liquid to enter and damage the hearing amplifier.
• The cleaning brush supplied is suitable for removing earwax stuck in the earplug (see device
description).
• Allow the hearing amplifier to fully dry after cleaning. Store the hearing amplifier in a safe, dry
and clean place in the relevant storage box with charging function, with the drying capsule.
• The drying capsule must be replaced if the colour of the granulate changes from orange to
white (you can find out where to obtain a new drying capsule in section 10. “Accessories and
replacement parts”).
9. Accessories and replacement parts
Accessories and replacement parts are available from the corresponding service address listed
under the specified material number.
Designation Item number and/or order number
Drying capsules HA 60/80/85 (8 pieces) 641.15
Sound tubes size S 164.341
Sound tubes size L 164.342

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10. What if there are problems?
Problem Possible causes Solution
No sound can be
heard from the hea-
ring amplifier.
Hearing amplifier is not swit-
ched on. Switch on the hearing amplifier as described in chapter 7.
Battery is not properly con-
nected with the hearing am-
plifier.
Check whether the battery is proper-
ly connected with the hearing am-
plifier.
Battery is empty.
Replace the battery and charge the
empty battery in the storage box with
charging function, as described in
chapter 6.
Microphone is dirty. Clean the microphone opening care-
fully with the cleaning brush.
Hearing amplifier is damaged. Contact Customer Services.

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Problem Possible causes Solution
The tone is very
weak and faint.
Volume setting on the hearing
amplifier is too low. Increase the volume as described in chapter 7.
The battery is almost empty.
Replace the battery and charge the
empty battery in the storage box with
charging function, as described in
chapter 6.
Earplug is dirty.
Remove the earplug and clear away
coarse impurities using the cleaning
brush. Then clean the earplug under
running water.
Microphone is dirty. Clean the microphone opening care-
fully with the cleaning brush.
Battery is not properly con-
nected with the hearing am-
plifier.
Check whether the battery is proper-
ly connected with the hearing am-
plifier.
The integrated speaker may
be damaged. Contact Customer Services.

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Problem Possible causes Solution
Hearing amplifier
emits unpleasant
whistling sounds.
The earplug of the hearing
amplifier does not fit in your
ear properly. This may cause
unpleasant whistling sounds
(acoustic feedback) and impair
the functioning.
Try again with another earplug. It is
recommended to use an earplug that
fits properly. If you have any doubts,
please contact Customer Services.
The hearing amplifier micro-
phone is covered.
Do not cover the hearing amplifier
microphone with parts of the ear or
large portions of hair. This may en-
courage acoustic feedback.
The hearing amplifier is set
too loud. Lower the hearing amplifier volume as described in chapter 7.
LEDs on the
charger won’t light
up.
The hearing amplifier may not
be correctly placed in the re-
cess, or the USB cable is not
connected properly.
Check whether the hearing ampli-
fier is correctly placed in the recess,
and check whether the USB cable is
correctly connected with the storage
box and the mains part.
The charging contacts in the
storage box with charging
function are dirty.
Clean the charging contacts careful-
ly with a dry towel. Then reinsert the
hearing amplifiers into the opening.
11. Disposal
General disposal
For environmental reasons, do not dispose of the device in the household waste at the
end of its useful life. Dispose of the device at a suitable local collection or recycling

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point in your country. Dispose of the device in accordance with EC Directive – WEEE (Waste
Electrical and Electronic Equipment). If you have any questions, please contact the local au-
thorities responsible for waste disposal.
Rechargeable battery disposal
• The empty, completely flat batteries must be disposed of using specially designated collec-
tion boxes, recycling points or electronics retailers. You are legally required to dispose of the
batteries:
• The codes below are printed on rechargeable batteries containing harmful substances:
Pb = Battery contains lead,
Cd = Battery contains cadmium,
Hg = Battery contains mercury.
12. Technical specifications
Max. sound pressure level (OSPL90): 118 dB ± 3 dB
Sound amplification: 43 dB ± 5 dB
Overall harmonic distortion: ≤ 3% @ 1600 Hz
Frequency range: 200~6700 Hz
Input noise: ≤32 dB
Voltage: 1.5 V
Power supply: ≤3 mA
Operation period: ≥ 26 hours
Operating conditions: Temperature: -10°C ~ +40°C
Relative humidity: 30% ~ 75%
Atmospheric pressure: 700 ~ 1600 hPa