NuEar rhapsody 1600 User manual

Completely-In-The-Canal
CIC
operations manual
1600

Overview
Features, Controls and Identification ...........2
Preparation
Batteries .................................4
Battery Indicator Tones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Insertion and Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Operation
On, Off and Volume Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Multimemory Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Telephone Use ............................14
Self Check ...............................16
Reminder................................17
SummaryofSettings .......................18
Hearing System Care
InstrumentCare...........................20
ServiceandRepair.........................22
Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Tips for Better Communication
For You ..................................24
For Your Family and Friends..................25
FDA Information
Required Information .......................28
Table of Contents
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Features, Controls and Identification
Your hearing system controls include:
1. Multimemory button (optional)
2. Microphone opening
3. Receiver opening
4. Battery compartment (on/off control)
5. Removal handle
6. Vent (optional)
Your hearing system can be identified by the color
of the instrument case (red is for the right ear and
blue is for the left ear) and the serial number:
7. Location of serial number
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Batteries
Your hearing system uses a size
10 battery as its power source.
This battery size can be identified
by the yellow color code on the
packaging.
To insert or replace
the battery:
1. Use the nail grip on the battery door. Open the
battery door gently.
2. Remove the old battery.
3. Remove the tab from the new battery. Line up
the battery’s “+” sign (flat side of the battery)
with the “+” on the battery door.
4. Close the battery door.
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Battery Indicator Tones
A tone will sound when the battery’s voltage is low.
You have approximately 20 minutes* to replace the
battery. A different tone lasting two seconds will
sound just before the battery stops working.
* Actual time between low battery indicator and shut
down will vary depending on environmental noise levels
and brand of battery used.
Helpful Hints
• NEVERFORCETHEDOORSHUT;thiscould
resultinseriousdamage;ifthedoorwillnot
close securely, check that the battery is
inserted correctly
• Donotopenthebatterydoortoofarordamage
is likely to occur
• Becauseoftheirsize,it’sagoodideato
change and replace batteries above a table
or desk to reduce the risk of dropping the
instrument or battery
• Disposeofusedbatteriesimmediatelyinthe
proper waste or recycling container
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• Becausebatteriescanvaryinsizeand
performance, your hearing care professional
is your best source for lifespan estimates and
verification that you are using the proper size
and type
Warnings
Batteries are dangerous if swallowed. To help
prevent the accidental ingestion of batteries:
Keep out of reach of children and pets
Check your medications before taking them –
batteries have been mistaken for pills
 Neverputbatteriesinyourmouth,astheycan
easily be swallowed
 NationalButtonBatteryIngestionHotline:
202-625-3333
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Insertion and Removal
To insert hearing instrument:
1. Holdtheinstrumentwithyourthumb
and forefinger on the outer edges of the case.
2. Tilt your hand slightly forward and gently insert
the canal tip of the instrument into your
ear canal.
3. Softly press the instrument into place with
your fingertip.
To remove hearing instrument:
4. Grasp the removal handle with your thumb and
forenger;gentlyrotateitasyoupulloutward.
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