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Hearing instrument supplement

ReSound Vea™ CuStom

Completely-In-the-Canal (CIC)

heaRIng InStRumentS

This supplement details the “how-to” aspects of your

newly purchased hearing instruments. Please refer

to the ReSound Vea User Guide that came with your

hearing instruments for important information includ-

ing warnings and precautions.

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Model information:

Your hearing instrument model designation is

__________________.

Battery information:

Your hearing instrument uses battery size

__________________.

MK603451 Rev. A 2012.02

Manufactured by:

GN ReSound North America

8001 Bloomington Freeway, Bloomington, MN 55420

1-888-735-4327

GN ReSound Canada

303 Supertest Road, Toronto, Ontario M3J 2M4

1-888-737-6863

gnresound.com

consumerhelp@gnresound.com

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Summary of content (10 pages)

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Hearing Instrument Supplement ReSound Vea™ Custom completely-In-the-canal (CIC) hearing instruments This supplement details the “how-to” aspects of your newly purchased hearing instruments. Please refer to the ReSound Vea User Guide that came with your hearing instruments for important information including warnings and precautions.
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Contents page Getting started Illustration of the hearing instrument �� 2 How to use the hearing instrument �� 3 On/Off function SmartStart™ Changing the battery Inserting the hearing instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Removing the hearing instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Controls and features Telephone use Acoustic phone program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PhoneNow™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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How to Use the Hearing Instrument Getting started Illustration of the Hearing InstrumenT 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. On/Off function Your ReSound Vea hearing instrument is equipped with an on/off switch integrated into the battery door. Battery door and on/off switch Sound outlet Wax filter Microphone sound inlet Removal cord/notch Air vent 4 • When the battery door is fully closed, the instrument is turned on and the default program will be activated. • To turn the instrument off, open the battery door.
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the door with your fingernail. Remove the old battery, and insert a new one with the “+” (flat) side facing the “+” marking on the battery door. “+” It should fit in like a puzzle piece. The battery door should close very easily. Never use force to close the door as this may damage your hearing instrument. Always use a size 10A battery. Please note that if the battery is weak, the hearing instrument performance will be reduced.
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maximize your performance. Experimenting with various hearing instrument features and proper positioning of the telephone will help you optimize the signal you hear on the telephone. All ReSound hearing instruments are equipped with an adaptive digital feedback suppression system that is designed to reduce whistling (feedback) when an object, such as a telephone, is placed close to your hearing instrument.
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ing instrument will generate a short melody of beeps to indicate that the PhoneNow feature has automatically switched the hearing instrument to your telephone program. Initially, you may need to move the telephone receiver slightly to find the best position for reliable PhoneNow activation and good hearing on the telephone. tening to news commentators since they usually speak clearly, then try other programs.
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• Do not leave the instrument in or near direct heat or sunlight as excessive heat can damage the instrument or deform the casing. • To avoid damage, hearing instruments should be removed prior to the application of hairspray, make-up or other cosmetics. Daily maintenance Keep your hearing instrument clean and dry. Wipe the case with a soft cloth or tissue after use to remove skin oils or moisture.
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To remove an old wax guard: 1. Insert the removal side of the wax guard tool into the used wax guard so that the shaft of the tool is touching the rim of the wax guard. 2. Slowly pull the wax guard tool straight out. Do not twist the wax guard from the bushing. 1 The HF3 wax protection system To remove a used wax filter: 1. Insert the threaded end of the HF3 tool into the wax filter on the hearing instrument and then twist the tool approximately one and a half turns. 2.
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6. Lift straight up. A new wax filter will cling to the end of the HF3 tool. NOTES: 6 ______________________________________________ ______________________________________________ 7. Press the new wax filter straight into the canal tip of the hearing instrument. ______________________________________________ 8. Gently move the HF3 tool side to side while pulling it away from the hearing instrument. The new wax filter is now installed.
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Troubleshooting Guide SYMPTOM CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY No sound • • • • • • • • • • Not loud enough • Broken microphone Turn on by closing the battery door Replace battery Insert battery properly Clean sound inlet or outlet Change wax filter, or consult your hearing healthcare professional • Consult your hearing healthcare professional • • • • • • • • Not turned on Battery low/dead Battery improperly inserted Blocked sound inlet or outlet Blocked wax filter Battery low Instrument loose Blocked soun