Pro Ears Pro Fit User manual

User’s Guide

User’s GuidePro Fit™ Custom Plugs
Amplification & Protection Devices
Increase Hearing amplifying what you want to hear
and blocking unwanted noise.
Protect Hearing using a Sound Activated
Compression (SAC) circuit combined with the noise
attenuation properties of the ear plug helps protect
hearing from loud sounds such as muzzle blasts.
Weigh less than 1/4 oz. each.
Thank you for choosing Pro Fit™ Custom Plugs.
With these high-quality hearing amplification
and noise attenuation plugs you safely hear all
the important communication while protecting
your hearing from loud sounds.
Please read this User Guide carefully before
use. You’ll find instructions on the use, care and
maintenance of your new hearing protection.
Be prepared to maximize your outdoor
experience!
Components of all Pro Fit™ Custom Plugs
Mic – Directs ambient sound to the unit.
Volume Control – Adjusts the sound level
between low and high. Always start with the
volume set to low to protect your hearing.
Program Select – Press to change memory
positions. (Classic only)
Battery Compartment Door – Holds the battery
in place and ensures proper operation.
Carrying Case – Protects your Pro Fit™ when
not in use.
Wearing the Pro Fit™
1. To insert or remove your Pro Fit™ from your ear,
identify the right and left sides by color.

2. With the volume control wheel at the top of the
Pro Fit™ faceplate, hold your forefinger and
thumb with the tapered end pointed toward your
ear and gently insert the Pro Fit™ into your ear
canal and push into place with your forefinger.
Insertion may be made easier if you use your
other hand to gently pull the back of your ear
toward the back of your head while inserting the
Pro Fit™.
3. Once the Pro Fit™ is inserted in your ear, slowly
adjust the volume to the desired level.
4. While adjusting the volume, if you hear a
whistling sound, simply decrease the volume and
the whistling should stop. Whistling can also be
caused by a less than snug fit. Be sure the Pro
Fit™ is fully inserted in the ear canal.
5. Before removing the Pro Fit™ from your ear be
sure to fully decrease the volume. To remove,
place your forefinger under your ear and gently
push upward. This action will loosen the device so
you can grasp the sides for easy removal.
6. After removing your Pro Fit™ from your ears be
certain to remove the batteries to conserve
battery life.
CAUTION: If you cannot obtain a snug fit with
your custom Pro Fit™ you may not obtain the
necessary protection from loud sounds. Please
contact customer service for assistance.

Installing the Battery
Remove the sticker from the battery. To insert
battery, open battery compartment by pulling down
on the rim of compartment door. The battery is held
in place by a small lip on the bottom of the
compartment. Place the battery into the compart-
ment so that the (+) sign side of the battery is facing
up; when battery is inserted correctly, compartment
door will close with ease. The battery door will not
close easily if the battery is not properly inserted.
DO NOT FORCE THE DOOR. A BROKEN DOOR
WILL VOID THE WARRANTY! A #13 battery is
required. Expected battery life is approximately 120
hours.
Please remove the battery when the hunter’s aid is
not in use. Any moisture on the battery should be
wiped off.
NOTE: A weak battery may cause the unit to buzz
or hum.
WARNING: Button Cell Batteries are Dangerous
if Swallowed
• Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
• Discard batteries very carefully.
• Never allow children to play with batteries.
• Never change batteries in front of children.
• Never put batteries in your mouth for any reason,
as they are slippery and easy to swallow by
accident.
• Always check medication before swallowing, as
batteries have been confused as medications.
In the event a battery is swallowed call:
The National Button Battery Ingestion
Hotline[phone] for counsel or
treatment

Operating Instructions
Turning the Unit On and Off
After inserting the battery, close the battery door
completely to turn the unit on. Turn the unit off by
opening the battery door to the first stop or
removing the battery.
Operating the Volume Control
Increase the volume on the Pro Fit™ by turning the
volume control clockwise. Always start with the unit
set at the lowest volume.
Note: The Pro Fit™ Custom Plugs has a built-in
“safety” circuit which limits the output of the
instrument to a maximum of 115 dB SPL.
Rechargeable Models
Following these few simple steps will keep your
rechargeable batteries in optimum condition and avoid
damaging the unit.
1. The Pro FitTM will operate with either a
rechargeable or nonchargeable battery.
2. The rechargeable batter should provide
approximately 12 hours of continuous use on a
full charge. If used for shorter durations, please
open the battery door to prevent the devise from
continuing to discharge.
3. Only place the Pro FitTM into the portable
recharging station with rechargeable batteries in
the battery compartment. Placing the Pro FitTM
into the recharging station with nonchargeable
batteries will harm the unit and void the
warranty.
4. Put one Pro Fit TM into each recharging station
separately, with the faceplate (side with the
battery door) facing up. You should be able to

see the light on your Pro Fit TM turn on when
charging.
5. It takes about six hours to fully charge the unit.
6. A new set of rechargeable batteries will be good
for about 500 full charge cycles or two years,
whichever comes first.
Program Selection (Classic Only)
The Pro Fit™ Custom Plugs has 4 programs:
Program Ideal For
1. General Everyday Use
2. Crowds Restaurants/Sporting Events/Large
Meetings. Compression is set to 85dB.
3. Music/Theater Concerts/Cinema. Compression is
set to 85 dB.
4. Nature Outside/Birdwatching/Hunting.
Compression is set to 85 dB.
When first turned on, the unit defaults to #1, the
General program. To change between programs,
push the program button. You will hear a series of
beeps as you change programs: one beep:
program # 1, two beeps: program # 2, etc.
Your Pro Fit™ Custom Plugs are programmed with
an intermittent beep or tone to indicate that the
battery life is less than 10%. When you hear this
tone it is a prompt to replace the battery before the
unit stops functioning.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
If you are having problems with your Pro Fit™
please check the following:
If your Pro Fit™ is too loud or you hear a hissing
sound, turn down the volume. If you experience a
weak sound or no sound, replace the battery and

make sure the unit is turned on. If sound is muffled,
ensure the sound outlet is not obstructed.
If Your Pro Fit™ Custom Plugs Whistles
Whistling/squealing may sometimes occur as you
cup your hand over your ear and adjust the volume
control. This action directs sound leaking from the
ear plug into the microphone, resulting in a whistle.
This should disappear when you take your hand
away. If not, check to make sure the ear plug is
inserted properly.
Caring For Your Pro Fit™ Custom Plugs
Remember that your Pro Fit™ Custom Plugs are a
quality instrument and should be treated in the
same careful manner as any other precision-
engineered device.
1. Never allow any liquid to enter the Pro Fit™
Custom Plugs as this may damage the
components within the device.
2. Do not store your device in any location which
would expose it to excessive heat (e.g. direct
sunlight, heaters, or radiators.)
3. Be careful not to drop the device as this may
damage its components.
4. Never insert any foreign objects into your device;
this could result in serious damage to the
instrument.
5. Never permit solvents to come into contact with
your device as this can damage the unit.
6. Clean your device by wiping with a damp (not
wet) cloth moistened with an antiseptic liquid.
7. Remember to clean your ear after showering
or swimming before inserting the aid.

8. Use a qualified battery to guarantee proper
functioning.
9. Remember to remove the battery while your Pro
Fit™ is not in use.
10. Adjust Volume Control gently. Use your
fingernail or a eyeglass screw driver.
11. Do not try to repair or disassemble the Pro Fit™
Custom Plugs yourself.
12. For any other questions about maintenance,
please contact Customer Service.
Service and Warranty
Your Pro Fit™ Custom Plugs are covered by a
manufacturer’s limited warranty. This warranty
covers all manufacturing and material defects.
An additional 3-year warranty can be purchased
from the manufacturer. Please contact Customer
Service for details of this warranty.
Toll-free customer support 800-891-3660 or
[e-mail]
LIMITED WARRANTY
Altus Brands warrants this product to the
original purchaser to be free from defects in
materials and workmanship, under normal use and
conditions for a period of one-year parts/90 days
labor from the date of the original purchase unless
the optional three year warranty was purchased.
Under this warranty, this unit will be replaced or
repaired at our option, without charge for parts or
labor, excluding batteries, for a period of 90 days
after the purchase. After 90 days, the cost of labor
with Shipping/Handling and Insurance of $99.95 is
the customer’s responsibility.

This warranty is void if any of the
following occur:
1. The warranty card was not sent in at the time or
purchase.
2. The unit is not owned by the original purchaser at
the time of the warranty claim.
3. The unit has been tampered with, opened or
punctured.
4. The unit has been immersed in water or other
liquids, allowed to be filled with dirt or dust, or
otherwise physically abused.
5. The 12-month limited warranty has expired.
This shall be the exclusive written warranty of the
original purchaser and neither this warranty or any
other warranty, expressed or implied, shall extend
beyond the 12-month period listed above. In no
event shall Altus Brands, LLC be liable for
consequential damages, consequential property
damage, or consequential personal injury. (Some
states do not allow limitations on implied warranties
or exclusions of consequential damages, so that
these restrictions may not apply to you). This
warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you
may have other rights, which vary from state to
state.
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