IntriCon HearingHelp express Ranger-6205 User manual

Ranger®-6205
OTC Hearing Aid
User Manual
an Intricon company
1-800-221-2099 • HearingHelp.com
Ranger
®
-6205
OTC Hearing Aid
an Intricon compan
an Intricon compan
y
1-800-221-2099 • HearingHelp.com

Safety and health information
WARNING: If you are younger than 18, do not use this.
You should go to a doctor, preferably an ear-nose-throat doctor
(an ENT), because your condition needs specialized care. Over-the-
counter hearing aids are only for users who are age 18 or older.
This OTC hearing aid is for users who are 18 and older. People who
are younger than 18 with hearing loss should see a doctor, preferably
an ENT, because they may need medical testing and management.
Hearing loss can affect speech and learning, so professional tting
and continuing care are also important.
WARNING: When to see a Doctor
If you have any of the problems listed below, please see a doctor,
preferably an ear-nose-throat doctor (an ENT).
• Your ear has a birth defect or an unusual shape. Your ear was injured
or deformed in an accident.
•You saw blood, pus, or uid coming out of your ear in the past 6 months
• Your ear feels painful or uncomfortable
• You have a lot of ear wax, or you think something could be in your ear
• You get really dizzy or have a feeling of spinning or swaying
(called vertigo)
• Your hearing changed suddenly in the past 6 months
• Your hearing changes: it gets worse then gets better again
• You have worse hearing in one ear
• You hear ringing or buzzing in only one ear
WARNING: This hearing aid should not cause pain when inserting it.
Remove this device from your ear if it causes pain or discomfort
when you insert or place it. To try again, make sure to follow
the instructions. If you feel pain or discomfort again, contact the
manufacturer. If your pain or discomfort doesn’t go away, contact
your hearing healthcare professional. You can also report this to
the FDA as an adverse event according to the instructions that
appear later.
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Safety and health information
WARNING: Do NOT store or replace batteries near where you store
medication or near children.
Battery ingestion can cause serious harm. If you think that you or
someone else has swallowed a battery or placed a battery inside any
part of the body, seek immediate medical attention. Leaking or ex-
ploding batteries result in the creation of harmful substances. If this
happens, avoid skin contact with these substances. If there is leakage
on skin, eyes, or in the ear, seek medical advice. If there is leakage on
the hearing aid, return it to the manufacturer for evaluation.
WARNING: Do NOT resell the hearing aids or share them with others.
They are intended for use by a single user. Using resold or shared
hearing aids may lead to infection.
WARNING: Do NOT conduct any of the following, they may cause
damage to your hearing aids or accessories.
• Do not immerse your hearing device in water or liquid.
• Do not bend the tube and dome back and forth to remove it.
• Do not use clearing wire while the tube is connected to the
hearing device.
• Do not use alcohol on earmold or dome.
• Do not use sharp tools to dislodge ear wax.
• If using prescribed ear drops, remove any moisture that may get
into the earmold / tubing.
• Do not wear your hearing device while bathing, showering,
swimming, or in a moist atmosphere, like steam baths or sauna.
• If your hearing device gets wet, do not attempt to dry it in an oven
or microwave. Do not adjust any controls. Open the battery door
immediately and allow your device to dry naturally for 24 hours.
Do not use the hearing device until the device is completely dry.
CAUTION: This is not hearing protection.
You should remove this device if you experience overly loud sounds,
whether short or long-lasting. If you’re in a loud place, you should
use the right kind of hearing protection instead of wearing this de-
vice. In general, if you would use ear plugs in a loud place, you
should remove this device and use ear plugs.
CAUTION: The sound output should not be uncomfortable or painful.
You should turn down the volume or remove the device if the sound
output is uncomfortably loud or painful. If you consistently need to
turn the volume down, you may need to further adjust your device.
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Safety and health information
CAUTION: You might need medical help if a piece gets stuck in your ear.
If any part of your hearing aid, like the eartip (dome), gets stuck in your
ear, and you can’t easily remove it with your ngers, get medical help as
soon as you can. You should not try to use tweezers or cotton swabs
because they can push the part farther into your ear, injuring your
eardrum or ear canal, possibly seriously.
Note: If you remain concerned, consult a professional.
If you try this device and continue to struggle with or remain concerned
about your hearing,you should consult with a hearing healthcare professional.
Note: What you might expect when you start using a hearing aid.
A hearing aid can benet many people with hearing loss. However, you
should know it will not restore normal hearing, and you may still have
some difculty hearing over noise. Further, a hearing aid will not prevent
or improve a medical condition that causes hearing loss.
People who start using hearing aids sometimes need a few weeks to get
used to them. Similarly, many people nd that training or counseling can
help them get more out of their devices.
If you have hearing loss in both ears, you might get more out of using
hearing aids in both ears, especially in situations that make you tired
from listening-for example, noisy environments.
Note: Tell FDA about injuries, malfunctions, or other adverse events.
To report a problem involving your hearing aid, you should submit
information to FDA as soon as possible after the problem. FDA calls
them “adverse events,” and they might include: skin irritation in your
ear, injury from the device (like cuts or scratches, or burns from an
overheated battery), pieces of the device getting stuck in your ear,
suddenly worsening hearing loss from using the device, etc.
Instructions for reporting are available at:
https://www.fda.gov/Safety/MedWatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
You can also download a form to mail to FDA.
Note: Any harm caused by the device or any dissatisfaction using the
device must be reported to Hearing Help Express.
Call 1-800-221-2099, email [email protected]
or write to: Hearing Help Express, PO Box 586, DeKalb, IL 60115.
Intended Use:
The Ranger®-6205 is an air-conduction hearing aid intended to
compensate for impaired hearing for individuals who are 18 years of age
and older with perceived mild to moderate hearing loss. This device is
intended for use without the assistance of a hearing care professional.
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Table of contents
Welcome 6
1.
Setting up the hearing aids
What’s inside the box 7
Hearing aid overview 8
Inserting the battery / low battery indicator 9
How to wear hearing aids 10
Check the t for comfort 11
Remove and attach BTE domes 11
How to measure and attach full-length tube 11
2.
Hearing aid controls and programs
Powering on and off 12
Adjusting the volume control 12
Program control and settings 13
How to use with telephone 13
3.
Maintenance and care 14
4.
Troubleshooting and service 15
5.
Technical specications 16
6.
Accessories
Domes, tubes, and maintenance tools 17
Batteries and more 18-20
7.
Warranty
Limited one year warranty 22
Serial number record 23
9.
Helpful Tips 21
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Congratulations on your choice of the Ranger®-6205 hearing aid to
help you on your journey to improved hearing. We’re confident you’ll
enjoy all the benefits the Ranger®-6205 has to offer.
Put yourRanger®-6205to the test and find out if it’s right for you.
To help you make the most of your 45 day home trial, we askthat you
read the entire user guide before you begin trying your new hearing
aid(s). This user guide will provide you with the information needed to
properly use and maintain your new Ranger®-6205 OTC hearing aid(s).
For your better hearing.
Remember, we’re here to help. If you have
questions or need help with your Ranger®-6205
hearing aid, call toll-free.
Call: 1-800-221-2099 (Mon - Fri • 7:30 am - 5 pm CT)
or email us at: suppor[email protected]om
For your better hearing.
For your better hearing.
Y r Hearing Su  t Team
to Hearing Help Express®and
your Ranger®-6205 OTC Hearing Aid(s)
an Intricon company
TRUSTED BY 750,000+ CUSTOMERS SINCE 1979

BTE Domes (eartips)
sizes Sm, Md, ML (1 ea, qty 3)
BTE tube
(elbow joint tube)
one size (qty 1)
Brush with wax loop and
battery magnet (qty 1)
Size #312 batteries
(1 pk of 6 ea, qty 6)
Hearing aid storage case
(qty of 1)
User manual (qty 1)
Setting up the hearing aids
What’s inside the box
Single Ranger®-6205 hearing aid
1 Ranger®-6205 hearing
aid with pre-cut tube and
MS BTE dome attached
BTE Domes (eartips)
sizes Sm, Md, ML (2 ea, qty 6)
Brush with wax loop and
battery magnet (qty 1)
Size #312 batteries
(2 pks of 6 ea, qty 12)
Hearing aid storage case
(qty of 1)
User manual (qty 1)
Pair of Ranger®-6205 hearing aids
Ranger®-6205 hearing aids
with pre-cut tube and MS
BTE dome attached
(1 pair)
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BTE tube
(elbow joint tube)
one size (qty 2)

1. Microphone – Sound enters the hearing aid through the microphone.
2. Program button – Press to change program settings.
3. Rocker volume control – Press the toggle up or down to change
the volume.
4. Battery door – Battery is inserted here and functions as the
on/off switch.
5. Earhook – Provides the connection between BTE tube & hearing aid.
Also helps to hold the hearing aid securely over your ear.
6. BTE tube – Each hearing aid comes with a pre-cut elbow joint tube
(BTE tube) attached to receiver nub. Sound travels through the tube
into your ear canal.
7. BTE Dome – Each hearing aid comes with a MS BTE dome attached to
the pre-cut elbow joint tube.
Serial number: Located
on the outer
casing of the hearing aid.
Setting up the hearing aids
Hearing aid overview
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A size #312 zinc-air hearing aid battery is required for each hearing aid
device. Once a battery is replaced, each battery has an expected battery
life of approximately 183 hours.
To insert or replace batteries, follow these steps:
Step 1: Remove the tab from the flat, positive (+) side
of the size 312 zinc-air battery. Removing this sticker
will activate the battery. Wait one minute for battery
to reach full power before placing the battery into the
battery door.
Step 2: Gently open the battery door, using your
fingernail or thumbnail. Pull out on the small lip
of the battery door located on the lower part of
the hearing aid.
Setting up the hearing aids
Inserting the battery
Step 3: Locate the positive (+) symbol on the inside
top rim of the battery door. This indicates that the
flat, positive side of the battery should face up in
the same direction as the positive (+) symbol.
Step 4: Place the battery in the battery door –
NOT directly inside the hearing aid. Fit the battery
in the door with the flat, positive (+) side facing up.
Tip: When inserting the battery, try using the magnet located
on the end of the brush.
Tip: When inserting the battery, try using the magnet located
Step 5: Close the battery door. NEVER force the battery door closed.
If the door does not close easily, the battery may be upside down.
Low battery indicator
When the battery is no longer strong enough to power your Ranger®-6205,
you will hear 2 beeps then a pause then 2 beeps again. This will repeat
until you replace the battery.
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Setting up the hearing aids
Which is left and right
To remove your hearing aid:
Reverse the above steps to remove your hearing aid.
ATTENTION: Confirm the BTE dome is attached to the tube each time you remove
it from your ear. If the dome remains in your ear, seek medical assistance.
If you wear eyeglasses, put your glasses on  rst.
How to wear hearing aids
1. Hold the tubing behind the BTE dome and
insert into your ear.
2. Place the hearing aid behind your ear by
slipping it over the top of your ear.
Some people prefer to place the hearing aid
over their ear first and then insert the BTE dome.
Experiment and find what works best for you.
Once the BTE dome is attached to the tube, the hearing aid is set for
either your right or left ear. Compare your hearing aid to the picture
below. The sound opening on the BTE dome will “point” away from the
hearing aid.
Sound
opening
Left ear: sound opening
“points” right
Right ear: sound opening
“points” left
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The fit of your hearing aid is very important. If you need a different size BTE dome or a
different length tube. See page 11.

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Setting up the hearing aids
Check for fi t and comfort
How to measure and attach full-length elbow joint tube
A pre-cut elbow joint tube and MS BTE dome come attached to each
hearing aid. If the pre-cut tube is too short or too long, follow the
steps below using the full-length elbow joint tube enclosed.
Step 1: Put BTE dome and Ranger in place.
With BTE dome attached to full-length tube,
place the BTE dome into your ear. Place the
hearing aid over your ear.
Step 2: CUT OFF EXTRA TUBING
Observe where the tube overlaps the earhook and
mark the tube leaving an 1/8 to 1/4 inch overlap.
Cut off extra tube.
Step 3: Attach tube to earhook.
Insert the tip of the earhook into the tube.
If it is hard to insert, warm the end of the flexible
tube with hot water.
Attached to your hearing aid tube is a MS BTE dome. If you have
trouble with the fit of the BTE dome or experience feedback (squeal), try
a different size BTE dome (included) to find a secure and comforable
fit. Additional fit options are available by calling 1-800-221-2099.
ATTENTION: Make sure BTE domes are securely attached to the tube before using
so they do not come off in your ear.
To remove BTE domes:
1. Hold the BTE dome between two fingers and grasp the elbow area
of the tube. Pull the two parts away from each other.
To attach BTE domes:
1. Push the flat end of the silicone eartip securely
onto the firm, plastic elbow joint at the end of
the tubing.

Hearing aid controls and programs
Powering on and off
Adjusting the volume
Your Ranger®-6205 is equipped with a rocker style volume
control that allows you to increase and decrease the volume levels.
There are 10 volume levels to choose from.
Increasing the volume: Each time you press the top
end of the rocker control, you’ll increase one volume
level.
Decreasing the volume: Each time you push the
bottom end of the rocker control, you’ll decrease
one volume level.
ON: With a fresh battery installed, fully close the
battery door and allow a few seconds for the hearing
aid to turn on.
OFF: Open the battery door at least half way to turn
your hearing aid off.
It is recommended that you remove the battery when
the hearing aid is not in use, keeping the battery door
open.
Keep all hearing aid batteries away from children and
pets as they are harmful if swallowed. Seek immediate
medical attention if a battery is ingested.
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VOLUME
UP
–
VOLUME
DOWN
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Hearing aid controls and programs
Program control and settings
PROGRAM
CONTROL
To select your preferred program setting, press the
program button firmly then release.
Program 1: Normal setting – You will hear 1 beep.
Use in most listening situations.
Program 2: Noise setting – You will hear 2 beeps.
Reduces the amount of low frequency amplification. Often helpful
in noisy situations.
Program 3: Whistle reduction – You will hear 3 beeps.
Use if your Ranger®-6205 whistles or if sounds seem too sharp or tinny.
Talking on the telephone with your Ranger®-6205
You can use your Ranger®-6205 hearing aid while
talking on the telephone. Hold the phone close to
your hearing aid. You may need to move the phone
around a bit until you find where the hearing aid best
receives the sound coming from the phone. If you
experience feedback (squeal), you may need to tilt
the phone at a slight angle.
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It’s important to keep your hearing aid in good condition.
Without regular maintenance, wax and moisture can build up
and prevent the hearing aid from working properly. It’s best
to perform maintenance on your Ranger®-6205 in the morning
before you use it.
Maintaining hearing aids:
1. Wipe off the outside of the hearing aid and BTE dome with a soft cloth.
2. Using the brush included with your Ranger®-6205 , gently remove wax
and dirt from the hearing aid sound openings.
Care recommendations
F ollow these instructions to care for and prolong the life of the hearing aids:
• Before storing the hearing aids for extended periods of time, remove
batteries and leave the battery door open.
• Hearing aids should be placed into the storage case when not in use.
• Protect hearing aids from extreme hot and cold temperatures.
• Never place your hearing aid in water. If it becomes wet, immediately
remove the battery and let your hearing aid stand in a dry place or
use a hearing aid dehumidifier (pg. 19) for several hours. NEVER use
heat (blowdryer, oven, microwave, etc.) to dry your hearing aid.
• Remove hearing aids before applying hair care products, lotions, creams,
perfume, and sprays of any kind.
• Replace domes and tubes every three months
Maintenance and care
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If your hearing aid is: WHISTLING (FEEDBACK)
1. Your hearing aid may briey whistle when a hand, hat or other
object is near it or when inserting or removing.
2. Turn the volume down, it may be set too high (pg. 12).
3. Check that your BTE dome is inserted correctly (pg. 10).
4. Try a different size BTE dome (pg. 11) or call customer
service at 1-800-221-2099 for additional t options.
5. Verify that the tube is attached correctly and is in good condition.
If the tube is damaged, it should be replaced (pg. 11).
6. Try a new battery.
If your hearing aid is: WEAK, DISTORTED, DEAD
1. Check that the battery is inserted correctly (pg. 9).
2. Try a new battery.
3. Perform maintenance on your hearing aid, microphone ports,
and BTE dome (pg. 14).
4. If your hearing aid goes dead periodically, but comes on after
several hours of rest, the problem may be a build-up of humidity.
Regularly open the battery door and allow it to air dry or store it in
a hearing aid dehumidier (pg. 19).
Service
If your hearing aid requires service, send it to:
Hearing Help Express • PO Box 586 • DeKalb, IL 60115
1. Call 1-800-221-2099 for authorization before returning your
hearing aid for service.
2. Enclose a note with your name, address, phone number and a
description of what is wrong with your hearing aid.
3. Remove the battery from your hearing aid. Pack your hearing aid
securely in a sturdy box. Do not mail your hearing aid in an envelope,
it could be destroyed during shipment. We recommend insured mail
for your protection.
Troubleshooting and service
Troubleshooting

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Technical specications
ANSI S3.22 2014 (R2020) / ANSI CTA 2051 2017 (2cc)
Maximum output limit value
Output Sound Pressure Level 90 (OSPL90) 117 dB SPL
Full-on gain value 29 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion (500 Hz) < 5%
Self-generated noise value 28 dB SPL
Latency value < 15 ms
Upper and lower cutoff frequencies for (standard) bandwidth 200 Hz – 6000 Hz
Battery size (zinc-air hearing aid battery) 312
Battery current drain .90 mA
Expected battery life 183 hours

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Elbow joint tube
Full length #88571
Pre-cut #88573
Brush with battery magnet #88873
#88873
Maintenance tools
Accessories
Try any Hearing Help Express accessory for 30 days risk-free.
If you’re not 100% satisfi ed, return all materials within 30 days
from the date of delivery, and we’ll refund 100% of your
purchase price.
BTE Domes (eartips) BTE Tubes
S MS M ML L
Small #88581
Medium Small #88582
Medium #88583
Medium Large #88584
Large #88585
Large, easy to hold brush
for daily hearing aid
maintenance.
Large brush #88876
Clean and disinfect your hearing aids with Tech-
Care Clean Wipes. Safe to use on hearing products.
Tech-Care Clean Wipes #88534
For pricing or to order accessories
call 1-800-221-2099 or visit www.HearingHelp.com

For pricing or to order accessories
call 1-800-221-2099 or visit www.HearingHelp.com
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Your Ranger®-6205 uses a size 312 (brown) zinc-air battery.
Hearing Help Express offers a variety of premium battery brands
available in all sizes and various quantities.
Hearing Aid Batteries
Accessories

For pricing or to order accessories
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Put your mind at ease... test your
hearing aid battery and you’ll know
for sure if it has enough power to run
your hearing aid. Simply place your
battery in the appropriate size slot,
squeeze the blue bar and color coding
indicates the remaining power.
Activair Battery Tester #88776
Remove harmful moisture from your hearing aid with
the Best Value DryAid dehumidifier. Even a little
moisture can attack sensitive electronics in hearing
aids and needlessly shorten their life. Prevent damage.
Store your hearing aid in a dehumidifier every night.
Best Value DryAid Dehumidifier #88742
Larger size makes this hearing aid dehumidifier
more powerful. The Super Dri-Aid Kit includes
pellets that can be recharged for repeated use.
Super Dri-Aid Kit #88740
Hearing aid dehumidifi ers
This pocket battery tester is small enough to go with
you anywhere. This digital tester takes the guesswork
out of battery testing. Includes key chain and built-in
battery holder compartment.
Key Chain Battery Tester #88778
Battery Testers

For pricing or to order accessories
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ProEar by MiraCell helps relieve itchy, irritated ears!
MiraCell is a safe, all-natural solution formulated
with high-quality plant extracts. Clinically and
Dermatologically tested.
MiraCell Ear Solution (1/2 oz) #88851
Earwax sometimes builds up in ears.
Don’t use cotton swabs to clean your
ears. Safely remove earwax with this
handy kit. Kit includes: liquid solution,
squeezable bulb syringe and instructions.
Earwax Removal Kit #88578
Ear Care
Accessories