User instructions The clear™220 Series C2-XP model In-the-ear
Your Widex CLEAR™220 hearing aid (To be filled out by the hearing care professional) Date:______________________________________ Battery size:________________________________ Vent: Vent No vent 2 Contents Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 The hearing aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Acoustic indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Symbols The hearing aid The following symbols will be used throughout the manual: 1. Microphone openings 2. On/off function 3. Nail grip 4. Sound outlet 5. NanoCare wax guard 6. Vent (Not in all models). WARNING Messages with this heading indicate serious adverse reactions, potential safety hazards and inadequate performance of device. CAUTION Messages with this heading indicate/include information regarding any special care to be exercised. Not for general waste.
WARNING This booklet contains important information and instructions. Please read this booklet carefully before you start using the hearing aid. NOTE Your hearing aid and accessories may not look exactly as illustrated in this booklet. We also reserve the right to make any changes considered necessary. Intended use The CLEAR hearing aids are intended as air conduction amplification devices to be used in everyday listening environments.
Right/left identification The battery A right-ear hearing aid has a red Widex logo, and a leftear hearing aid a blue logo. We recommend zinc-air batteries. Use a size 312 battery for the hearing aid. The arrow shows the position of the logo. To obtain replacement batteries, please consult your hearing care professional. It is important to take note of the expiry date and the recommendations on the battery pack regarding disposal of used batteries.
Use the nail grip to push the battery compartment cover downwards and open the cover. Do not press the battery compartment cover beyond the open position. Place the battery so that the plus (+) sign of the battery faces upwards. You can use the battery magnet provided to steer the battery into place. Low battery indication An acoustic indicator will sound when the battery is nearly exhausted, unless this function has been disabled (see page 8). We recommend that you always have a spare battery with you.
Turning the hearing aid on and off Positioning the hearing aid The battery compartment cover of your hearing aid also functions as the on/off switch. Close the battery compartment cover completely. Close the battery compartment cover and push it upwards to turn the hearing aid on. An acoustic indicator will indicate that the hearing aid has been switched on unless this function has been disabled. Hold your hearing aid with your thumb and forefinger.
Removing the hearing aid Hold the hearing aid with your thumb and forefinger and pull gently. If it is difficult, you can try to move the hearing aid carefully from side to side. It may also help to pull the outer ear backwards and upwards with the opposite hand. Volume adjustment The hearing aid volume is adjusted automatically in accordance with your sound environment. If you have a remote control, you can also adjust the volume manually or mute your hearing aid.
Listening programs Master Standard By default, your hearing aid has one listening program. Music For listening to music TV For listening to the TV Comfort Attenuates background noise Reverse focus Focus on sounds from behind If you have a remote control, your hearing aid may be provided with three of the following programs, plus the special Zen program called Zen+. Please also refer to the user instructions for your remote control.
If your needs change over time, the combination of listening programs can be altered. The Zen program may be used with amplification so that both the surrounding sounds and the Zen tones are heard together. Or, it may be used alone (without amplification) in quiet when you are not required to hear surrounding sounds. The duration of the Zen play time can be set by your hearing care professional according to your needs. Benefits The Zen program may provide a relaxing listening background for some people.
Cleaning The hearing aid The following cleaning accessories are available for the hearing aid. It is very important for the hearing aid’s performance that it is kept free from earwax and dirt. Clean your hearing aid daily with the soft cloth to keep it dry and clean of earwax or dirt. 1. Cloth 2. Brush 3. Wax removing tool 1. 2. 3. Contact your hearing care professional if you need additional supplies of cleaning accessories.
We recommend that every time you take the hearing aid out of your ear, you inspect the sound outlet and the vent openings to ensure that no earwax or dirt has gathered there. Below is an example of how the sound outlet and vent openings may be positioned. The positions can be slightly different on your hearing aid. 1. Sound outlet 2. Vent opening The sound outlet It is important that the sound outlet is not blocked by earwax.
nanocare wax guard The vent If earwax has accumulated in and/or around the vent opening, do as follows: Clean any earwax from the vent by passing the wax removing tool all the way through the vent. Warning It is important for the performance of the hearing aid that the vent is never blocked by earwax. Make it a habit to clean the vent every day! In rare cases so much earwax can accumulate in the vent that the hearing aid sound is affected. In that case you should see your hearing care professional.
Changing the NanoCare wax guard Insert the removal hook into the used wax guard placed in the sound outlet. Pull the wax guard straight out. 1. Vent opening 2. Sound outlet 3. Used wax guard Turn the holder around so that the new wax guard is in position to be inserted. Insert the holder into the opening of the sound outlet and gently press the wax guard into the opening. Then pull the holder straight out. The new wax guard will automatically detach from the holder.
Discard the holder with the used wax guard. Accessories A variety of assistive listening devices are available for your hearing aid. The frequency with which the NanoCare wax guard should be changed varies from one individual to another. If you have any questions regarding your NanoCare wax guard, please contact your hearing care professional.
In case of malfunction The following pages contain some quick advice on what to do if your hearing aid stops working or performs unsatisfactorily. If the problems persist, contact your hearing care professional for assistance. Problem Possible cause Solution The hearing aid is completely silent The hearing aid is not turned on Make sure the battery is placed correctly and the battery compartment cover is closed correctly.
Problem Possible cause Solution Problem If the hearing aid is uncom fortable to wear The hearing aid is not correctly placed in your ear canal. Consult your hearing care professional on how to place the hearing aid correctly in your ear canal The hearing a. The DEX is used a. Move the DEX closer aids do not beyond the trans to the CLEAR hearing respond with mission range aids a correspond b. Strong electrob.
Caring for your 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 your hearing aid: CAUTION • Turn off your hearing aid when it is not in use. Remove 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 temperatures or high humidity.
warning • Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type or recharged. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions. • Never allow others to wear your hearing aid, as this could cause permanent damage to their hearing. • When selecting a listening program, please remember that there are situations in which it is particularly important to be able to hear the surrounding sounds (e.g. traffic, warning signals). • The hearing aid is made of modern non-allergenic materials.
Advice FCC ID: TTY-C4XP IC: 5676B-C4XP NOTE • The hearing aid will not restore normal hearing and will not prevent or improve a hearing loss resulting from organic conditions. However, the hearing aid can help you to make the best possible use of your remaining hearing ability. You should also bear in mind that it can take time to get used to a new hearing aid and new sounds. • In most cases, using the hearing aid infrequently will not permit you to gain full benefit from it.
— Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. — Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. — Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. — Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. NOTE: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Regulatory information Hereby, Widex A/S declares that this C2-XP is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Hearing aids, accessories and batteries should not be disposed of with normal household waste. Please consult your national Widex distributor for advice on how to dispose of these items. A copy of the Declaration of Conformity can be found at: http://www.widex.
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