Cochlear Aqua+ User manual

Aqua+forKanso®2
SoundProcessor
User Guide
CP1150

Contents
Aqua+ for Kanso® 2 User Guide 2
Aqua+ für Kanso®
2 Benutzerhandbuch
19
Mode d’emploi Aqua+ pour
Kanso® 2
36
Handleiding Aqua+ voor Kanso® 2 53
Guida per l'utente di Acqua+
per Kanso® 2
70
Kanso® 2 için Aqua+ Kullanıcı
Kılavuzu
87
104 Aqua+ for Kanso® 2
121 Kanso® 2Aqua+

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Contents
About this guide ������������������������������������������������������������������3
Aqua+ for Kanso® 2 description���������������������������������������4
Aqua+ for Kanso 2 instructions�����������������������������������������5
Safety Line instructions����������������������������������������������������10
Care and storage����������������������������������������������������������������12
Cautions ������������������������������������������������������������������������������13
Warnings �����������������������������������������������������������������������������14
Other information�������������������������������������������������������������15
Labelling symbols ��������������������������������������������������������������16
Serious incidents����������������������������������������������������������������18

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About this guide
The Cochlear™Aqua+ for Kanso® 2 is a re-usable sealable
cover that keeps your Cochlear Kanso 2 Sound Processor
(model number: CP1150) dry when used in or around water
(e�g� when swimming or in the bath)� It is worn on your
implant with your sound processor sealed inside�
This Aqua+ is intended for use by people who use the Kanso 2
Sound Processor� It should only be used by people who can
either remove the sound processor themselves if it’s causing
discomfort or who can indicate any discomfort to their parent
or caregiver�
The Nucleus®Safety Line is a retention option to help
prevent accidental loss of your Aqua+ by securing it to your
clothing with a snap-lock clip�
While using Aqua+ you can also use the following, providing
they are protected from water and kept dry:
• your smartphone (with the Cochlear Nucleus Smart App)
• Cochlear CR310 Remote Control
• Cochlear wireless accessories�
Testing shows Aqua+ can be:
• used at depths of up to 3 metres for up to 2 hours�
• re-used up to 50 times, but this may vary according to
how you use it�
There have been no reported undesirable side effects from
using Aqua+�

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Cover top
(soft)
Aqua+ for Kanso® 2 description
Retention aid
holders
Aqua+ for
Kanso 2
Nucleus Safety Line
(optional)
Cover tab
Lock
Aqua+ cover
Aqua+ base
Lock

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Aqua+ for Kanso 2 instructions
1� If you use a Kanso 2 Safety
Line, remove it from your
sound processor�
Place your thumbnail
in the slot at the base
and lift�
2� Remove the Aqua+ cover�
Put your thumb under
the cover tab and push
upwards�
CAUTION
Don’t damage the cover with
your fingernails�
3� Check both halves for damage (e�g� scratches, tears) or
contamination (e�g� hair, sunscreen)� If it is damaged,
use a new Aqua+�
CAUTION
Anything that affects the seal may cause water to leak in and
damage your sound processor�

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4� Place your sound processor
in the Aqua+ base with the
Cochlear logo, light and
microphones facing up�
TIPS
• Your Aqua+ is shaped so your processor only fits one way�
• If you use a Cochlear SoftWear™ pad, you can leave it on the
processor�
5� Align the lock on the cover
and base and fit them
together�
After the lock parts are
fitted, lower the other end
of the cover onto the base�
TIP
Make sure you don’t trap too
much air in the cover� This
could affect sound quality and
comfort�

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6� Press firmly around the
edges until the base is flush
with the cover�
CAUTION
Make sure your Aqua+ is
properly sealed, so water
doesn’t leak in and damage
your processor�
7� If you’re worried about
losing Aqua+, use a
Nucleus Safety Line to
attach it to your clothing�
See Safety Line instructions
on page 10�

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8� Place the Aqua+ on your
implant as normal, making
sure the Cochlear logo,
light and microphone ports
are facing up�
9� To keep Aqua+ on your
implant, use a retention
aid such as goggles�
NOTE
Make sure your sound
processor is still in the correct
position on your implant�

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10� Finally, do the Aqua+ for Kanso 2 Checklist to make
sure you’re ready!
Aqua+ tightly sealed
Safety Line attached
if required
Retention aid ready
to use
CAUTION
Remember, you can’t go deeper than 3 metres�

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Safety Line instructions
WARNING
Retention lines longer than the Safety Line (short length) are not
recommended for use by children under 3 years as they may
present a risk of strangulation�
1� Thread the loop end of the
line through the hole in the
Aqua+�

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2� Create a knot by passing
the clip through the line
loop� Pull it tight�
3� Lift the lever to open
the clip�
4� Place the clip on your
clothing and press down on
the lever to close the clip�

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Care and storage
1� Rinse Aqua+ with clean water and dry with a soft cloth�
2� Open the Aqua+ cover
and remove your sound
processor�
3� Check that the Aqua+ is thoroughly dry�
4� Put the two halves together and test the seal by pressing
down gently on the cover�
If any air leaks out you should not use it again�
5� If the seal is ok, separate the two halves again and place
your Aqua+ in your storage case or the Kanso 2 Activity
Kit’s waterproof case until you want to use it again�

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Cautions
• Avoid pressing with your fingernails as this can damage
Aqua+�
• If your Aqua+ appears damaged or worn, replace it with a
new one�
• If your sound processor does get wet, dry it with a soft dry
cloth and place it in your Home Charger for at least eight
hours�
• If you use a Softwear pad and experience intermittent
sound from your processor, try removing the Softwear pad�

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Warnings
• If your sound processor becomes unusually warm, remove
it immediately and seek advice from your clinician�
Parents/caregivers: If your recipient indicates discomfort,
check if their sound processor is unusually warm�
• Small parts (e�g� socket cover, safety line) may be a
choking or strangulation hazard�
• If you experience tightness or pain at the implant site, or
develop significant skin irritation, stop using your sound
processor and contact your clinician�
• If you experience tightness or pain from your retention aid
(e�g� goggles), either loosen it or replace it with a larger
retention aid�
• If the magnet is too strong, pressure sores may develop at
the implant site� If this happens, or if you experience any
discomfort in this area, contact your clinician�
• Store spare magnets safely and away from cards that may
have a magnetic strip (e�g� credit cards, bus tickets, etc)�
• No modification of this equipment is allowed�
• Use only as intended�
• Report unexpected problems to your clinician�

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Other information
Environmental conditions
CONDITION MINIMUM MAXIMUM
Storage and transport temperature -10°C (14°F) +55°C (131°F)
Storage and transport humidity 0% RH 90% RH
Operating temperature +5°C (41°F) +40°C (104°F)
Operating relative humidity 0% RH 90% RH
Operating pressure 700 hPa 1060 hPa
Warranty
The use of Aqua+ for Kanso 2 will not impact your Nucleus
Global Limited Warranty� Your Nucleus Global Limited
Warranty will not be void in circumstances where Aqua+ for
Kanso 2 is used in water with Kanso 2 Sound Processors only,
in accordance with the Aqua+ for Kanso 2 instructions�
Legal statement
The statements made in this guide are believed to be true and
correct as of the date of publication� However, specifications
are subject to change without notice�
© Cochlear Limited 2020

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Labelling symbols
The following symbols may appear on Aqua+ components
and/or packaging�
Refer to instruction manual
Specific warnings or precautions associated with the
device, which are not otherwise found on the label
Manufacturer
Authorised representative in the European Community
Catalogue number
Serial number
Batch code
Date of manufacture
Temperature limits
CE registration mark
By prescription

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Recyclable material
Dispose of electrical components in accordance with
your local regulations
IP68
Ingress Protection Rating:
• Protected against failure from dust penetration
• Protected against failure from continuous immersion
in water up to 3 metres deep for up to 2 hours

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Serious incidents
Whilst serious incidents in relation to medical devices are
rare, it is acknowledged that incidents may happen� As an
organisation, Cochlear recognises the potential for harm and
will respond to any reported serious incident�
What is a serious incident?
A ‘serious incident’ means any event that directly or indirectly
has caused or could have caused an unexpected or unwanted
event including any of the following:
• The death of a patient, user or other person,
• The temporary or permanent serious deterioration of a
patient’s, user’s or other person’s state of health,
• A serious public health threat�
Reporting a serious incident
There is no definitive list of events/incidents that constitute
a serious incident, however all serious incidents should be
reported to:
• your local Cochlear office
www�cochlear�com/intl/contact/global-offices
• your National Competent Authority http://ec�europa�eu/
growth/sectors/medical-devices/contacts_en