BioEnergiser EL14149 User manual

Instruction Manual
Bioenergiser Ltd
UNIT 2 FREDERICK ROAD, HOO FARM ESTATE, KIDDERMINSTER, DY11 7RA.
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Contents
Meaning of the Symbols in these Instructions ________________________1
Intended Use _____________________________________________ __ 2
Safety Instructions ____________________________________________ 2
Items Supplied and Device Overview _____________________________ 4
Before Initial Use _____________________________________________ 4
Inserting the Battery __________________________________________ 4
Attaching the Ear Cushions _____________________________________ 5
Use _______________________________________________________ 5
Cleaning ___________________________________________________ 5
Troubleshooting ______________________________________________ 6
Technical Data _______________________________________________ 6
Disposal ____________________________________________________ 6
Dear Customer,
We are delighted that you have chosen this TV sound amplifier.
Before using the device for the first time, please read the instructions carefully
and store them in a safe place. If the device is given to someone else, it should
always be accompanied by these instructions. The manufacturer and importer
do not accept any liability if the information in these instructions is not complied
with!
We reserve the right to modify the product, packaging or enclosed
documentation at any time in conjunction with our policy of continuous
development.
Meaning of the Symbols in these Instructions
All safety instructions are identified with this symbol. Please read them
carefully and comply with the safety instructions in order to prevent
personal injury and damage to property.
Tips and recommendations are identified with this symbol.

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Intended Use
❐This device is used to improve hearing. It is not a replacement for a hearing
aid fitted by a specialist. You should therefore always consult a doctor as a
precaution.
❐This device should not be used by people (including children) with impaired
sensory or mental faculties or who do not have adequate experience and/or
knowledge of such devices, unless they are supervised by a person
responsible for their safety, or have received instructions from such a person
on how to use the device. Children must be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the device.
❐The device is for personal use only and is not intended for commercial
applications.
❐Use the device only as described in the instructions. Any other use is
deemed to be improper.
❐The following are excluded from the warranty: all defects caused by
improper handling, damage or unauthorized attempts at repair. This also
applies to normal wear and tear.
Safety Instructions
Dangers of Injury
❐Caution! Danger of suffocation from swallowing! Keep the device, batteries
and ear cushions out of the reach of small children and animals.
❐Batteries can be deadly if swallowed. If a battery is swallowed, seek
medical assistance immediately.
❐Danger of damage to hearing! A high volume which impinges on your ears
for a lengthy period of time can cause permanent hearing damage. Set a low
volume before you turn on the sound amplifier. Then set a sound level that you
find pleasant.
❐Do not use the sound amplifier if your environment requires a particular
level of attention (e.g. when performing skilled manual tasks).
❐The sound amplifier generates magnetic fields. They may interfere with
pacemakers and implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs). The distance
between these devices and the earphones should therefore be at least 10 cm.
If you believe that a pacemaker or another medical device is suffering
interference, switch the sound amplifier off immediately and contact the
manufacturer of the pacemaker or other medical device.
The Proper Handling of Batteries
❐The battery must not be inserted/replaced by children.
❐Before inserting the battery, check whether the contacts in the battery
compartment and on the battery are clean, and clean them if necessary.

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❐Use only the battery type specified in the technical data. Use
high-performance alkaline batteries. When replacing batteries, note the correct
polarity (+/–).
❐Take the battery out of the battery compartment when it is dead or if you
will not be using the device for a prolonged period. This will prevent any
damage that might occur if a battery leaks.
❐If the battery has leaked, do not allow battery acid to come into contact with
your skin, eyes, or mucous membranes. If you touch battery acid, rinse the
affected sites with abundant fresh water immediately and contact a doctor as
soon as possible.
❐Remove a dead battery from the battery compartment immediately and
clean the contacts before you insert a new battery.
❐The batteries must not be recharged or reactivated by other means, must
not be dismantled, thrown into a fi re, immersed in fluids or short-circuited.
Proper Use
❐Do not expose the device to extreme temperatures, wide temperature
fluctuations, open fire, direct sunlight, moisture or wet conditions.
❐Treat the device with care and store it in a clean location that is free of dust.
❐Switch the device off after you have finished using it to conserve the
battery.
❐Do not use the device when bathing or showering. Do not immerse it in
water or other liquids.
❐Always check the device and accessories for damage before putting them
into operation. Do not use the device if it shows obvious signs of damage. Do
not try to repair the device yourself or to replace any individual parts. In the
event of any damage, contact our customer service department.
❐In the event of damage/faults, switch the device off immediately.
❐Do not drop the device or allow it to be knocked violently.

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Items Supplied and Device Overview
1 Earphones
2 Brackets
3 Microphone
4 Stand for storage
5 Volume control
6 On/Off switch
7 Battery compartment cover (on
the rear)
8 3 pairs of ear cushions: short,
medium, long
Not shown: 1 x AAA battery, 1.5 V
Before Initial Use
CAUTION!
❐Keep children away from the packaging material. There is a danger of
suffocation!
1. Unpack all parts and check the items supplied for completeness (see the
"Items Supplied and Device Overview" chapter) and transport damage. If the
device does have any damage, do not use it(!), but contact our customer
service department.
2. Remove any film or stickers that may be present from the device and
accessories.
3. Insert a battery into the battery compartment (see below).
4. Attach ear cushions to the earphones.
Inserting the Battery
1. Push open the battery compartment cover by applying slight pressure in the
direction of the arrow in order to remove it.
2. Insert a 1.5 V battery of the AAA type (supplied with the device) into the
battery compartment.
Pay attention to the correct polarity (+/–).
3. Place the battery compartment cover onto the battery compartment and
slide it shut until it engages audibly. Replace the battery when the power of the
device starts to wane.

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Attaching the Ear Cushions
PLEASE NOTE!
❐For reasons of hygiene, ear cushions should only be used by one person.
Otherwise they should be thoroughly cleaned before they are passed on to
others (see the "Cleaning" chapter).
Three pairs of ear cushions of different sizes are supplied with the device. Test
which size you find most comfortable.
• Plug the ear cushions onto the earphones. If you twist the ear cushions on as
you do this, they are easier to attach.
• To remove the ear cushions, simply pull them off the earphones.
Use
WARNING!
❐Danger of damage to hearing! A high volume which impinges on your ears
for a lengthy period of time can cause permanent hearing damage. Set a low
volume before you put on the sound amplifier. Then set a level of sound
amplification that you find pleasant.
❐Interference from magnetic fields! The sound amplifier generates magnetic
fields. They may interfere with pacemakers and implantable cardioverter
defibrillators (ICDs). Always maintain a distance of at least 10 cm between
these devices and the earphones.
1. Turn the volume control to a low volume.
2. Slide the On/Off switch to the ON position.
3. Put the sound amplifier on in such a way that the microphone is directed
away from you. Make sure that the ear cushions fit well in your auditory canals
and do not press too hard or sit too loosely. Either would reduce your ability to
hear. Change the ear cushions if necessary (see the "Attaching the Ear
Cushions" chapter).
4. Use the volume control to set a level of sound amplification that is sufficient
and pleasant for you.
If you hear an excessively loud background noise (feedback), reduce the
volume until the noise disappears.
5. Switch off the noise amplifier after use (move the On/Off switch to
the OFF position) and place it in the stand supplied with the device.
6. Clean the ear cushions regularly (see the "Cleaning" chapter).
Cleaning
CAUTION!
❐Liquid may destroy the device! Keep the sound amplifier away from water or
other liquids. Only the ear cushions may be cleaned with water. However, they
must be completely dry before they are attached to the device.
❐The ear cushions are neither machine-washable, dishwasher-safe nor
suitable for tumble drying! Only ever dry the ear cushions in the air, and never
use a hair dryer to do so.

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❐Do not use any sharp or abrasive cleaning agents or cleaning pads to clean
the device and accessories.
❐However, if the ear cushions are damaged or worn, they must be replaced.
• Switch off the device before cleaning it.
• Carefully remove the ear cushions from the earphones. Clean the ear
cushions with warm soapy water and then rinse them thoroughly with clear
water. Dry the ear cushions in the air.
•Clean the sound amplifier if necessary using a damp, soft cloth. Dry it with a
soft cloth. Troubleshooting
If the device is not working properly, please check first of all whether you are
able to rectify a problem yourself. Otherwise you should contact the customer
service department. Do not attempt to repair a defective device yourself!
Technical Data
Article no.: Z 02101
Model: EL14149
Voltage supply: 1.5 V DC (1 x battery, AAA type)
Transmission range: 500 –3500 Hz
Max. Sound pressure (at 1 Hz): 129 dB ± 5 dB
Acoustic amplifi cation: max. 58 dB± 5 dB
Disposal
The packaging material is recyclable. Please dispose of it in an
environmentally friendly manner and take it to a recycling center. Dispose
of the device in an environmentally friendly manner. It should not be
disposed of in the normal domestic waste. Dispose of it at a recycling
center for used electrical and electronic devices. You can obtain more
information from your local authorities. Non-rechargeable and rechargeable
batteries should be removed prior to disposal of the device and disposed of
separately from the device. To protect the environment, non-rechargeable
and rechargeable batteries may not be disposed of with normal household
waste, but must be taken to suitable collection points. Also note the
relevant statutory regulations governing the disposal of batteries.