Widex Baby 440 User manual

User instrUctions
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The Widex BABY™440 heAring Aid
(To be filled out by the hearing care professional)
Date: ____________________
Battery size: ______________
Ear-set:
Instant receiver ear-tip
Custom receiver earmold
Listening programs Selected program position
Master
ConTenTs
Accessories.........................................
Thankyou ........................................
Thehearingaidandear-set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Rightleftidentification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Thebattery........................................
Insertingthebattery .............................
Drainedbattery .................................
Turningthehearingaidonandoff. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Light-emittingdiode(LED) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checkingthesound..............................
Positioningthehearingaid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Retentionstring....................................
Retentionstring-twohearingaids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Retentionstring-onehearingaid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adhesivestrips ....................................
Removingthehearingaid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Automaticvolumeadjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remotecontrol ....................................
Listeningprograms.................................
Cleaning ..........................................
Thehearingaid..................................
Theear-set .....................................
Theearpiece....................................
Changingtheear-set ...............................
Ear-tipandearmold .............................
Incaseofmalfunction ..............................
Caringforthehearingaid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warningsandgoodadvice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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ACCessories
Your hearing care professional will mark the accesso-
ries included with your child´s hearing aid.
Listening tube
Adhesive tape
Battery drawer
opening tool
Drying kit
Cleaning accessories
a. cloth
b. wax loop /
battery magnet
c. wax brush
Box for used
batteries
Battery pack
Quick guide
User instructions
Retention string
a. monaural
b. binaural
Bonnet
Remote control
1. 2. 3.
1. 2. 3.
1. 2. 3.
a b c
a b

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ThAnk You...
...for choosing a Widex hearing aid.
We hope you will be pleased with your child’s new
Widex hearing aid. We realize that being confronted
with a child’s hearing loss can be daunting, but we
hope this booklet will show that using a hearing aid
need not be complicated.
All illustrations in this booklet show a right-ear hear-
ing aid. Unless otherwise stated, the same principles
apply to the left ear.
The hearing aid will not restore normal hearing, but
can help your child to make the best possible use of
her or his remaining hearing ability.
IMPORTANT
This booklet contains important information and instructions.
Please read this booklet carefully before using the hearing aid.
Your child´s hearing aid, ear-set and accessories may not look
exactly as illustrated in this booklet. We also reserve the right
to make any changes considered necessary.
The heAring Aid And eAr-seT
Several ear-set solutions are available for the hearing
aid. The ear-set consists of an earwire and an ear-
piece. The hearing care professional will mark the so-
lution chosen for your child.
Ear-tip
Sound tube
Earwire Microphone openings
Light-emitting
diode
Hearing aid
Battery drawer
Anchor
Sound bore
Instant receiver ear-tip
Eye loop

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Custom receiver earmold
Earwire
Microphone
openings
Light-emitting
diode
Hearing aid
Battery drawer
Earmold
Sound
bore
righT/lefT idenTifiCATion
If your child wears hearing aids on both ears, it is a
good idea to ask your hearing care professional to
place identification marks on the hearing aids (red
mark = right and blue mark = left).
The arrow shows the position of the
identification mark.
Eye loop

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The BATTerY
We recommend Zinc Air batteries. Use a size 10 bat-
tery for the hearing aid.
To obtain replacement batteries, please consult the
hearing care professional. It is important to take note
of the expiration date and the recommendations re-
garding disposal of used batteries on the battery
pack.
INSERTING THE BATTERY
Before inserting a new battery into the
hearing aid, remember to remove the ad-
hesive tab. Once the tab has been re-
moved, the battery will start functioning
after a few seconds. Do not use batteries
on which there is a sticky residue from
the tab, or other unwanted substances.
Use the opening tool provided to
gently open the battery drawer as il-
lustrated. Do not press the drawer
beyond the open position.
Place the battery in the drawer so that the plus sign
(+) on the battery is visible when you hold the hear-
ing aid as shown. You can use the battery magnet on
the wax loop tool provided to steer the battery into
place.
If the battery drawer does not close easily, the bat-
tery is incorrectly inserted.

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DRAINED BATTERY
If the light-emitting diode (LED) on the hearing aid
stops flashing, or there is no sound in the hearing aid,
it is an indication that the battery is exhausted. Bat-
tery life is approximately 2-3 days. However, exactly
how long the battery will last varies from one case to
another. We recommend that you always keep a
spare battery on hand.
Please note that the LED may have been disabled.
Never leave an exhausted battery in the hearing aid.
Exhausted batteries may leak, damaging the hearing
aid.
When changing the battery, it is a good idea to hold
the hearing aid over a table.
Turning The heAring Aid on And
off
The battery drawer of the hearing aid also functions
as the on/off switch.
Close the battery drawer to turn the
hearing aid on. If you have just
turned off the hearing aid, wait at
least three seconds before turning it
on again.
Open the battery drawer as de-
scribed on page 11 to turn off the
hearing aid.
Please remember to switch the hearing aid off when
it is not in use. Remove the battery if the hearing aid
will not be used for several days.

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lighT-emiTTing diode (led)
The hearing aid is provided with a LED to indicate
certain functions.
RC signal received Flashes OFF*
Hearing aid or program active:
Hearing aid is on Flashes OFF
Specific program is active Flashes OFF
* bold indicates standard setting
Please also see page 12.
CHECKING THE SOUND
The listening tube enables you to check the sound in
the hearing aid before placing it in your child’s ear. If
there is no sound in the hearing aid, it may be an in-
dication that the battery is exhausted.
PosiTioning The heAring Aid
Before positioning the ear-tip in your child´s ear,
make sure that the receiver housing inside the ear-tip
sits correctly.

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reTenTion sTring
The retention string helps to ensure that the hearing
aids will not be lost, if they fall off the ear.
Your hearing care professional should attach the re-
tention string to the hearing aids before you leave
the clinic. In the event that it is not attached, fasten
the string to the hearing aids in the following way:
Put the string through the eye loop on the hearing
aid. Guide the hearing aid up through the loop
formed. Pull the string to form a tight knot around
the eye loop.
These illustrations show an in-
stant ear-tip solution, but the
same procedure is used with an
earmold.
Place the hearing aid behind the
ear, so that the earwire rests
comfortably on the ear, close to
the head.
Insert the earpiece in the child’s
ear canal while holding the ear-
piece.
If your child is using an instant
ear-tip solution, position the an-
chor so that it rests in the outer
ear, securing the position of the ear-set. Check at
regular intervals that the hearing aid and the ear-set
are positioned correctly.
IMPORTANT
We recommend that you always use the retention string with
the hearing aids.

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RETENTION STRING - ONE HEARING AID
Open the clip, pushing it upwards as illustrated.
When you feel resistance, push upwards again.
Attach the clip at the end of the
string firmly to your child’s
clothes, making sure that it is al-
ways securely fastened.
Place the string so that your child
can turn his or her head without
the hearing aid coming off.
RETENTION STRING - TWO HEARING AIDS
Open the clip, pushing it upwards as illustrated.
When you feel resistance, push upwards again.
Attach the clip at the end of the
string firmly to your child’s
clothes, making sure that it is al-
ways securely fastened.
Use the slider to adjust the string
so that your child can only just
turn his or her head without the
hearing aids coming off.
Slider for
adjusting the length

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Position the hearing aid behind
the ear.
Before using the hearing aid the
next time, use a fingernail to
gently peel off the used adhesive
strip and replace with a fresh
strip.
removing The heAring Aid
Remove the hearing aid from
its position behind your child’s
ear.
Carefully pull the earpiece out
of the ear canal, while holding
the lower part of the earwire.
Adhesive sTriPs
If necessary, the hearing aid can be further fastened
using adhesive strips (double-sided tape, such as
that used for wigs or toupes).
Peel off an adhesive strip.
Attach the strip to the hearing aid.
Remove the cover from the strip

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AuTomATiC volume AdjusTmenT
The volume of the hearing aid will adjust itself auto-
matically to your child’s sound environment.
IMPORTANT
If the volume in the hearing aid is generally too loud or too weak,
or the reproduced sounds are distorted, or if you would like any
further information, consult the hearing care professional.
remoTe ConTrol
A remote control is an accessory for the hearing aid
that provides a number of additional options, such as
changing program and adjusting the volume. Your
hearing care professional will determine whether or
not a remote control is appropriate for your particu-
lar situation.
The basic functions are described
below:
Press the [1] key to switch on the
remote control. By default, it au-
tomatically switches off after 30
seconds.
Press the [+] key to turn up the
volume.
Press the [-] key to turn down the volume.

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Press the [1], [2] and [3] keys briefly to choose be-
tween listening programs 1-3. The number of pro-
grams available will depend on how the hearing aid
is programmed.
Please also refer to the user instructions for the re-
mote control.
IMPORTANT
Be very careful not to accidentally activate the volume key on the
remote control and thereby cause the sound level in your child’s
hearing aid to be too high or too low.
lisTening ProgrAms
Ordinarily, the hearing aid has one listening program
(Master).
Other listening programs intended for specific listen-
ing situations can be made available with a remote
control.
Your hearing professional will determine the need for
additional programs and explain their use.
At the front of this booklet, the hearing care profes-
sional can list the listening programs that are avail-
able in the hearing aid. If the needs of your child
change over time, the combination of listening pro-
grams can be altered.

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CleAning
The hearing aid and ear-set should be cleaned on a
daily basis. The following cleaning accessories are
available for the hearing aid and ear-set.
1. Cloth
2. Wax loop
3. Wax brush
If necessary, the wax brush can be washed in soapy
water.
Contact the hearing care professional if you need ad-
ditional supplies of cleaning accessories.
THE HEARING AID
Clean the hearing aid after
use with the cloth provid-
ed. Never use water or
cleaning solutions to clean
the hearing aid.
When the hearing aid is not in use,
the battery drawer should be left
open, to ventilate the hearing aid
and allow it to dry.
THE EAR-SET
Wipe off the ear-set with the cloth after use.
1. 2. 3.

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THE EARPIECE
Use the wax loop to gently remove any hard earwax,
as illustrated.
Insert the wax brush into the sound bore to remove
any soft earwax.
If earwax has gathered on
the ear-tip, use the cloth,
loop or brush to remove it.
IMPORTANT
Make sure that the ear-set is free of earwax or moisture.
The ear-set must never come into contact with water, alcohol or
other cleaning solutions.
3.
3.
3.
3.
ChAnging The eAr-seT
The ear-set should be changed as required, for ex-
ample if the earpiece no longer fits your child’s ear.
Contact the hearing care professional for advice on
how often the ear-set should be changed and to ob-
tain replacement ear-sets.

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in CAse of mAlfunCTion
Problem Possible cause Solution
The hearing
aid is
completely
silent
The hearing aid is
not turned on
Make sure the
battery drawer is
closed
The earwire is
defective
Contact the hearing
care professional
The battery does
not work
Insert a new battery
in the hearing aid
The sound bore of
the earpiece is
blocked
Clean the blocked
sound bore (see
page 28)
The hearing
aid volume
is not
powerful
enough
The battery is
nearly exhausted
Insert a new battery
in the hearing aid
The sound bore of
the earpiece is
blocked
Clean the blocked
sound bore (see
page 28)
Your child
responds
less to
sound
Your child’s ear is
blocked by
earwax
Contact the hearing
care professional,
ENT doctor/physician
Your child’s
hearing may have
changed
Contact the hearing
care professional
EAR-TIP AND EARMOLD
An instant ear-tip or earmold should only be changed
by your hearing care professional.
Do not attempt to remove the ear-tip or earmold
from the rest of the ear-set yourself.

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Problem Possible cause Solution
The hearing
aid whistles
continuously
The ear is blocked
by earwax
Contact the hearing
care professional,
ENT doctor/physician
The earpiece is
not correctly
placed in the ear
canal
Take the earpiece out
and reinsert it
The earpiece fit is
too loose
Contact the hearing
care professional
The receiver is not
positioned
correctly in the
earpiece
Contact the hearing
care professional
See page 15
CAring for The heAring Aid
The hearing aid is a valuable object and should be
treated with care. Here are some things you can do
to prolong the life of the hearing aid:
• Turn off the hearing aid when it is not in use. Re-
move the battery if the hearing aid will not be used
for several days.
• When the hearing aid is not in use, keep it in its
case in a cool, dry location out of reach of children
and pets.
• Do not expose the hearing aid to extreme temper-
atures or high humidity.
• A drying kit should be used daily to reduce the
amount of moisture inside the hearing aid. See the
instructions enclosed with the drying kit.
• The hearing aid must not be worn while in the
shower or swimming, or when a hair dryer, per-
fume, powders or sprays are being used.
• To maintain the proper shape of the ear-set, be
careful not to twist or squeeze it out of shape when
the hearing aid is placed in the case.

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WArnings And AdviCe
Hearing aids and batteries can be dangerous if
swallowed or used improperly. Swallowing or im-
proper use can result in severe injury or even fatali-
ties. In case of ingestion, contact your physician
and the 24 Hour National Battery Hotline at (202)
626-3333 immediately.
• When your child wears the hearing aid, make sure
he or she does not put the hearing aid or its bat-
tery, parts and accessories into his or her mouth.
• Make sure that the retention string is adjusted cor-
rectly and is securely fastened to your child’s
clothes so that your child is not entangled by the
string.
• Please be aware that the use of any type of hearing
aid may involve a slightly increased risk of infection
in the ear canal. An infection can arise as the result
of inadequate ventilation of the ear. We therefore
recommend that you remove the hearing aid and
ear-set from your child’s ear at night to allow the
ear canal to be ventilated. Make sure that you clean
and inspect the hearing aid and ear-set as required.
If an infection occurs, you should seek medical at-
tention and contact the hearing care professional
for advice on how to disinfect the various hearing
aid parts. Do not under any circumstances use al-
cohol, chlorine or similar substances for this pur-
pose.
• Check on a regular basis that your child’s ear canal
does not show signs of soreness or scratches. If
you see any irregularities, contact your hearing
care professional.
• The hearing aid and the adhesive tape are made of
modern non-allergenic materials. Nonetheless, in
rare cases skin irritation can occur. If you notice
skin irritation in or around your child’s ear or ear
canal, contact the hearing care professional.
• If napping with the hearing aid on causes redness
or pressure marks, remove the hearing aid.
CAUTION
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type or re-
charged. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.

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• Keep hearing aids and their parts, accessories and
batteries out of reach of children and anyone else
who might swallow such items or otherwise cause
injury to themselves. Do not change batteries in
front of them and do not let them see where you
keep your battery supply. Discard used batteries
carefully.
• Batteries are very small and can easily be mistaken
for pills or the like. Never put a battery or hearing
aid in your mouth for any reason, as you may risk
swallowing it.
• Never allow others to wear your child´s hearing
aid, as this could cause permanent damage to their
hearing.
• To help your child grow accustomed to sounds, we
recommend that your child wears the hearing aid
in as many situations as possible during the day.
• The use of hearing aids increases the risk of accu-
mulation of earwax. Contact your hearing care
professional or ENT doctor/physician if you sus-
pect that a blockage of earwax has accumulated in
your child’s ear. Earwax can both reduce your
child’s hearing and considerably impair the effect
of the hearing aid. It is a good idea to ask your phy-
sician to check your child’s ears for wax regularly
and clean/remove when necessary.
• Never try to open or repair the hearing aid your-
self.
• The hearing aid must not be worn during x-ray
scans, MRI scans, CT scans, short-wave diathermy,
or similar radiation treatments, and should never
be placed in a microwave oven. These are some of
the types of radiation that can damage the hearing
aid. Radiation from, for example, room surveillance
equipment, burglar alarms and cell phones is weak-
er and will not damage the hearing aid. However,
interference noise may result from these or other
types of sensors.
• Widex hearing aids are not certified for use in
mines or other areas with explosive gases.

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Hearing aids, accessories and batteries
should not be disposed of with normal
household waste. Please consult your na-
tional Widex distributor for advice on
how to dispose of these items.