Starkey RIC User manual

RIC
OPERATIONS MANUAL
Receiver-In-The-Canal
83588-000 8/07 © All rights reserved BKLT0049-00-EE-ST REV. A
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Your Destiny hearing system uses the power
of nFusion™Technology which provides vast
improvements in feedback cancellation, noise
management, environmental detection, sound
quality and directional hearing.
“If someone makes a decision to get a
hearing aid, we don’t want to delay another
day, because we know we have a chance to
change their lives. You don’t wait to change
someone’s life.”
— Jerry Ruzicka, President
Starkey Laboratories, Inc.

Table of Contents
Identification
Features, Controls and Identification .......................2
Preparation
Batteries ...................................................................4
Battery Indicator Tones ............................................6
Insertion and Removal..............................................9
Operation
On, Off and Volume Levels ....................................12
Multimemory Settings ............................................13
Directional Microphones ........................................14
Telephone Use .......................................................15
Summary of Settings ..............................................18
Hearing System Care
Instrument Care......................................................20
Service and Repair..................................................22
Troubleshooting Guide ..........................................23
Tips for Better Communication
For You ...................................................................24
For Your Family and Friends...................................25
FDA Information
Required Information .............................................28
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2
Identification
Features, Controls and Identification
Your hearing system may include:
1. Hearing Instrument
2. Receiver
3. Microphones
4. Multimemory Button
5. Battery Compartment (on/off control)
6. Propeller
7. Retention Lock
8. Wax Guard
Your hearing system can be identified by:
9. Location of serial number
10. Location of manufacturer’s name/model name
11. Location of left/right side indicator

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Identification
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2
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5
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10
6
3
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4
Preparation
Batteries
Your hearing system
uses a size 10 or 312
battery as its power
source. This battery size
can be identified by the
yellow (10) or brown
(312) color code on the
packaging.
To insert or replace the battery:
1. Use the nail grip on the battery door.
2. Open the battery door gently and remove
the old battery.
3. Remove the tab from the new battery.
4. Line up the battery’s plus “+” sign (flat side of
the battery) with the “+” on the battery door.
5. Close the battery door.

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Preparation
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6
Preparation
Battery Indicator Tones
An indicator 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.

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Preparation
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
• 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

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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
Preparation

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Preparation
Insertion and Removal
To insert the receiver:
1. Hold the tubing at the bend in front of the
receiver with your thumb and forefinger.
Gently insert the receiver into your ear canal.
2. Carefully place the hearing instrument behind
your ear wrapping it over the top of your ear.
3. Place the lock inside the bowl of your ear.
To remove the hearing system:
1. Remove the lock from the bowl of your ear.
2. Remove the hearing instrument from behind
your ear.
3. Grasp the receiver with your thumb and
forefinger. Gently pull out of your ear canal.
Do not pull with the hearing system case as this
may damage the connection.