Miracle-Ear CIC 312-10 MEMINI IIC 10 Hearing Aid User Manual
- June 15, 2024
- Miracle-Ear
Table of Contents
- Miracle-Ear CIC 312-10 MEMINI IIC 10 Hearing Aid
- WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, & NOTICES
- Regulatory Information
- INTRODUCTION
- Get to know your hearing aids
- Troubleshooting guide
- Additional guidance
- Intended use
- FCC information
- Regulatory information
- References
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
Miracle-Ear CIC 312-10 MEMINI IIC 10 Hearing Aid
WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, & NOTICES
REQUIRED HEARING AID INFORMATION
The following additional information is provided in compliance with U.S. Food
and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations:
WARNING: People younger than 18 should go to a doctor before using this. People younger than 18 years old need specialized care, and using this without a medical evaluation may worsen impairment or disability. A hearing aid user who is younger than 18 should have a recent medical evaluation from a doctor, preferably an ear-nose-throat doctor (an ENT). Before using this, a doctor should determine that the use of a hearing aid is appropriate.
WARNING to Hearing Aid Dispensers:
You should advise a prospective hearing aid user to consult promptly with a doctor, preferably an ear specialist such as an ENT, before dispensing a hearing aid if you determine through inquiry, actual observation, or review of any other available information concerning the prospective user, that the prospective user has any of the following conditions:
- Visible deformity of the ear, either congenital or traumatic
- Fluid, pus, or blood coming out of the ear within the previous 6 months
- Pain or discomfort in the ear
- History of excessive ear wax or suspicion that something is in the ear canal
- Dizziness, either recent or long-standing
- Sudden, quickly worsening, or fluctuating hearing loss within the previous 6 months
- Hearing loss or ringing (tinnitus) only in one ear or a noticeable difference in hearing between ears
- Audiometric air-bone gap equal to or greater than 15 dB at 500 Hz, 1000 Hz, and 2000 Hz
- WARNING to Hearing Aid Dispenser, Outputs over 132 dB SPL:You should exercise special care in selecting and fitting a hearing aid with a maximum output that exceeds 132 dB SPL because it may impair the remaining hearing of the hearing aid user.
- WARNING: If Portable Radio Frequency communications equipment is used closer than 30 cm (12 inches) from your hearing aid, degradation of the performance of your hearing aid could result. If this occurs, move away from the communications equipment.
- WARNING: The stability of the hearing aid is designed for normal use. Avoid physical impacts to the ear when wearing a hearing aid that may cause the device to break or component of the device to become detached. This may lead to lacerations of the ear canal or perforation of the ear drum. If this occurs, it is strongly recommended to see a physician for evaluation and safe removal.
- WARNING: If the hearing aid drops onto a hard surface, it could cause the hearing aid to break or become damaged. This includes mechanical stress or shock of the device. Ensure the hearing aid is intact before placing it in the ear. If you find the device is damaged, discontinue use and see your hearing professional.
- WARNING: Repeated stress to the removal handle may cause it to break. If the removal handle breaks and you’re unable to remove the device carefully, it is recommended to see a physician for safe removal.
WARNING TO HEARING CARE PROFESSIONAL
A hearing care professional should advise a prospective sound generator (tinnitus masker) user to consult promptly with a licensed physician (preferably an ear specialist) before using a sound generator if the hearing care professional determines through inquiry, actual observation or review or any other available information concerning the prospective user that the prospective user has any of the following conditions:
- Visible congenital or traumatic deformity of the ear
- History of active drainage from the ear within the previous 90 days
- History of sudden or rapidly progressive hearing loss within the previous 90 days
- Acute or chronic dizziness
- Unilateral hearing loss of sudden or recent onset within the previous 90 days
WARNING: There are some potential concerns associated with the use of any sound generating tinnitus therapy instrument. Among them are the potential for worsening of tinnitus, a possible change in hearing thresholds, and possible skin irritation at the point of contact with the hearing aid. Custom Tinnitus+™ Technology has been designed to minimize these concerns. However, should you experience or notice any of the above conditions or any dizziness, nausea, headaches or heart palpitations, you should immediately discontinue use of the hearing aid and seek a consultation with a medical, audiology or other hearing care professional. As with any hearing aid, misuse of the tinnitus therapy instrument could present some potentially harmful effects. Care should be taken to prevent the unauthorized use and to keep the hearing aid out of the reach of children and pets.
CAUTION: This is not hearing protection.You should remove this device if you experience overly loud sounds, whether short or long-lasting. If you’re in a loud place, you should use the right kind of hearing protection instead of wearing this device. In general, if you would use ear plugs in a loud place, you should remove this device and use ear plugs.
CAUTION: The sound output should not be uncomfortable or painful.You should turn down the volume or remove the device if the sound output is uncomfortably loud or painful. If you consistently need to turn the volume down, you may need to further adjust your device.
CAUTION: You might need medical help if a piece gets stuck in your ear.
If any part of your hearing aid, like the eartip, gets stuck in your ear, and
you can’t easily remove it with your fingers, get medical help as soon as you
can. You should not try to use tweezers or cotton swabs because they can push
the part farther into your ear, injuring your eardrum or ear canal, possibly
seriously.
NOTE: What you might expect when you start using a hearing aid.
A hearing aid can benefit many people with hearing loss. However, you should
know it will not restore normal hearing, and you may still have some
difficulty hearing over noise. Further, a hearing aid will not prevent or
improve a medical condition that causes hearing loss. People who start using
hearing aids sometimes need a few weeks to get used to them. Similarly, many
people find that training or counseling can help them get more out of their
devices. If you have hearing loss in both ears, you might get more out of
using hearing aids in both, especially in situations that make you tired from
listening—for example, noisy environments.
NOTE: Tell FDA about injuries, malfunctions, or other adverse events.
To report a problem involving your hearing aid, you should submit information
to FDA as soon as possible after the problem. FDA calls them “adverse events,”
and they might include: skin irritation in your ear, injury from the device
(like cuts or scratches, or burns from an overheated battery), pieces of the
device getting stuck in your ear, suddenly worsening hearing loss from using
the devices, etc. Instructions for reporting are available at
https://www.fda.gov/Safety/MedWatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088. You can also
download a form to mail to FDA.
NOTE: Hearing loss in people younger than 18.
- People younger than 18 should see a doctor first, preferably an ear-nose-throat doctor (an ENT), because they may have different needs than adults
- The doctor will identify and treat medical conditions as appropriate
- The doctor may refer the person to an audiologist for a separate test, a hearing aid evaluation
- The hearing aid evaluation will help the audiologist select and fit the appropriate hearing aid
A person who is younger than 18 years old with hearing loss should have a medical evaluation by a doctor, preferably an ENT, before buying a hearing aid. The purpose of a medical evaluation is to identify and treat medical conditions that may affect hearing but that a hearing aid won’t treat on its own. Following the medical evaluation and if appropriate, the doctor will provide a written statement that the hearing loss has been medically evaluated and the person is a candidate for a hearing aid. The doctor may refer the person to an audiologist for a hearing aid evaluation, which is different from the medical evaluation and is intended to identify the appropriate hearing aid. The audiologist will conduct a hearing aid evaluation to assess the person’s ability to hear with and without a hearing aid. This will enable the audiologist to select and fit a hearing aid for the person’s individual needs. An audiologist can also provide evaluation and rehabilitation since, for people younger than 18, hearing loss may cause problems in language development and educational and social growth. An audiologist is qualified by training and experience to asset in the evaluation and rehabilitation of hearing loss in people younger than 18.
IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR PROSPECTIVE Rx HEARING AID USERS
It is good health practice for a person with a hearing loss to have a medical
evaluation by a licensed physician (preferably a physician who specializes in
diseases of the ear) before purchasing a prescription hearing aid. Licensed
physicians who specialize in diseases of the ear are often referred to as
otolaryngologists, otologists or otorhinolaryngologists. The purpose of the
medical evaluation is to assure that all medically treatable conditions that
may affect hearing are identified and treated before the hearing aid is
purchased.
Following the medical evaluation, the physician will give you a written
statement that states that your hearing loss has been medically evaluated and
that you may be considered a candidate for a hearing aid. The physician will
refer you to an audiologist or hearing aid dispenser, as appropriate, for a
hearing aid evaluation. The audiologist or hearing aid dispenser will conduct
a hearing aid evaluation to assess your ability to hear with and without a
hearing aid. The hearing aid evaluation will enable the audiologist or
dispenser to select and fit a hearing aid to your individual needs. If you
have reservations about your ability to adapt to amplification, you should
inquire about the availability of a trial-rental or purchase option program.
Many hearing aid dispensers now offer programs that permit you to wear a
hearing aid for a period of time for a nominal fee after which you may decide
if you want to purchase the hearing aid. In some geographies, you must have a
medical evaluation before purchasing a prescription hearing aid. Some States
allow an adult to waive the medical evaluation. A hearing aid will not restore
normal hearing and will not prevent or improve a hearing impairment resulting
from organic conditions. Use of a hearing aid is only part of hearing
habilitation and may need to be supplemented by auditory training and
instruction in lip reading. In most cases infrequent use of a hearing aid does
not permit a user to attain full benefit from it. Some hearing instrument
users have reported a buzzing sound in their hearing instrument when they are
using mobile phones, indicating that the mobile phone and hearing instrument
may not be compatible. It is well-known that mobile phones are potential
sources of noise for hearing aids. Your Miracle-Ear® Hearing Aids have been
tested for compliance to two standards that define hearing aid immunity to
digital wireless devices and meet the requirements of ANSI C63.19- 2019 as
well as the criteria for user compatibility as defined by IEC 60118-13:2019.
Regulatory Information
CAUTION: The following are potential physiological side effects from use of hearing aids. Consult a physician if the following occur:
- Worsening of Hearing Loss or Tinnitus
- Pain or Discomfort from heat (burns), abrasion (cuts and scratches), infection, shock
- Dermal Allergic Reaction (inflammation, irritation, swelling, discharge)
- Excessive production of cerumen (Earwax)
INTRODUCTION
Introducing your new hearing aids. Great to have you hear. Use this helpful manual to get to know your new hearing aids and get the most out of your hearing experience. After all – when you hear better, you live better. Thanks to your new hearing aids.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Hearing aid style covered in this user manual:
- MEMINI™ IIC BL
- MEMINI™ CIC BL
Serial Number
- Left
- Right
My hearing aid uses a:
- 10 battery (MEMINI™ IIC 10 BL) – Yellow
- 10 battery (MEMINI™ CIC 10 BL) – Yellow
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Get to know your hearing aids
- Meet your hearing aids
- Use your hearing aids
- Care for your hearing aids
MEET YOUR HEARING AIDS
Overview
- Programming slot for hearing care professional
- Microphone and cover
- Battery compartment
- Removal handle
- Vent
- Side indicator (location may vary) RED is for right ear, BLUE is for left ear
- Wax guard (included accessory) and sound outlet
- White dot indicates top of hearing aid (MEMINI™ IIC BL only)
- Serial number
- User control (MEMINI™ CIC BL only, optional)
MEMINI™ IIC BL
MEMINI™ CIC BL
Use your hearing aids
STEP 1: Insert hearing aid batteries
Your hearing aid is powered by a battery. Find your battery size by looking at
the color code on the packaging, yellow (10).
To insert or replace the battery:
- Using the finger pick, gently open the battery door.
- Remove the old battery.
- Remove the colored tab from the new battery. Wait 3–5 minutes.
- Insert the battery into the battery door, ensuring the “+” on the flat side of the battery is even with the “+” on the battery door.
- Close the battery door.
Helpful battery tips
Use your hearing aids
- To avoid damage, try not to force the battery door shut or open it too far.
- If the battery door won’t close securely, check that you’ve inserted the battery correctly.
- Discard used batteries right away in the proper waste or recycling container.
- Batteries vary. Ask your hearing care professional any questions you may have on battery life, or the right battery size and type for your hearing aids.
WARNINGS
Batteries can be harmful if swallowed. To help prevent this:
- Keep batteries out of reach of children and pets.
- Double-check your medications before taking them. Batteries can be mistaken for pills.
- Do not put batteries in your mouth.
NATIONAL BATTERY INGESTION HOTLINE: 800-498-8666
Use your hearing aids
STEP 2: Put on your hearing aids
- Gripping the outer edge of your hearing aid, gently insert canal tip into your ear canal and rotate the hearing aid backward.
- Gently press the hearing aid into place. Done!
Use your hearing aids
STEP 3: Remove your hearing aids
- Grip the outer edges of your hearing aid.
- Rotate the hearing aid forward and pull outward. – OR – If your hearing aid has a removal handle: Grip this and gently remove the hearing aid from your ear. Done!
Use your hearing aids
Turning ON | Turning OFF |
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Battery door
| Insert your battery and close the battery door securely.
A 3-second delay occurs before your hearing aid turns ON. This allows time to place it in your ear.
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Each hearing aid will turn OFF when you open the battery door (and the battery is no longer touching the battery contacts).
Battery indicators
- Low battery: An indicator will sound when battery voltage is low. From there, you’ll have about 5 minutes* of battery life left.
- Battery shutdown: An indicator may also sound just before the battery stops working.
Expected battery operating time
Battery life varies based on usage.
- MEMINI™ IIC BL (10 battery): 5-7 days
- MEMINI™ CIC BL (10 battery): 5-7 days
Use your hearing aids
User control (optional, MEMINI™ CIC BL only) Your hearing aid user control
lets you control your hearing aids by hand. This is set up by your hearing
care professional.
Your user control operates in 2 ways:
- Short press: Press the user control for 1 second and then release.
- Long press: Press and hold the user control for 3 seconds or more.
User control | Hearing aid function |
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Short press (1 second) | |
Long press (3 seconds) |
Questions? Your hearing care professional can help.
Use your hearing aids
Keep your hearing aid clean at all times. Heat, moisture and foreign
substances can result in poor performance.
Using the included cleaning tool:
- Do not clean using water, solvents, cleaning fluids or oils. Do not take your hearing aid apart or insert a cleaning tool inside of them.
- Wipe hearing aids daily over a soft cloth to prevent damage should they drop to a hard surface. If the hearing aid falls/drops onto a hard surface, it could cause the shell or casing to break and/or become damaged. This includes mechanical stress or shock of the device.
See your hearing care professional for more care and maintenance tips.
Use your hearing aids
Storage tips
When you’re not wearing your hearing aids, protect them from damage using
these storage tips:
- Choose a cool, dry location away from heat and moisture. Avoid direct sunlight if you can.
- Ensure you can easily find your hearing aids – and your kids and pets cannot. A nightstand or dresser spot is ideal.
See your hearing care professional for more storage tips.
Cleaning microphone cover
The custom microphone cover on your hearing aids protects the microphone from
earwax and debris. Ask your hearing care professional for instructions on
cleaning and maintaining it.
Replacing wax guards
The wax guards prevent earwax from building up in your hearing aid. It’s best
to replace this if you notice built-up debris or poor sound from your hearing
aids.
To replace your wax guards:
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Insert the empty end of the application stick straight into the used wax guard of your hearing aid. Push firmly.
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Pull the application stick straight out to remove the used wax guard. Do not twist.
Care for your hearing aids -
Use the opposite end of the application stick to insert the new wax guard straight into the hearing aid. Push firmly.
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Pull straight out to remove the application stick. Do not twist. Discard the application stick. Done!
Troubleshooting guide
If, for any reason, your hearing aid does not operate properly, do NOT attempt to fix it yourself. Not only are you likely to violate any applicable warranties or insurance, you could easily cause further damage. Should your hearing aid fail or perform poorly, check this troubleshooting guide for possible solutions. If problems continue, contact your hearing care professional for advice and assistance. Many common problems may be solved in your hearing care professional’s office or clinic.
Symptom | Possible causes | Solutions |
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Hearing aids are not loud enough.
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Blocked microphone or wax guard and sound outlet.
| 1. Clean your hearing aids.
2. Replace the wax guards as needed.
Buildup of debris.
| Clean the microphone, as well as the wax guard and sound outlet with your cleaning tool.
Change in your hearing.
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Contact your hearing care professional.
Low battery.| Replace the battery.
Symptom| Possible causes| Solutions
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Inconsistent hearing aid performance.
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Blocked microphone or wax guard and sound outlet.
| 1. Clean your hearing aids.
2. Replace the wax guards as needed.
A restart is needed.
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1. Open the battery door until the battery is no longer touching the battery contacts.
2. Close the battery door securely.
Low battery.
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Replace the battery.
Unclear and distorted hearing aid performance.
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Blocked microphone or wax guard and sound outlet.
| 1. Clean your hearing aids.
2. Replace the wax guards as needed.
Blocked vent.
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Clean the vent.
Defective hearing aids.
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Contact your hearing care professional.
Symptom | Possible causes | Solutions |
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No sound coming from your
hearing aids.
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Blocked microphone or wax guard.
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1. Clean the microphone with your cleaning tool brush.
2. Replace the wax guard as needed.
Dead battery.
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Replace the battery.
Defective hearing aids.
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Contact your hearing care professional.
Additional guidance
- Intended use
- FCC information
- Regulatory information
Intended Use:
An air conduction hearing aid is a wearable sound-amplifying device intended
to compensate for impaired hearing. Hearing aids are available in multiple
gain/output levels appropriate to treat hearing losses ranging from mild to
profound. Your hearing aids are designed to operate in public and residential
environments and are designed to comply with international Electromagnetic
Compatibility emissions and immunity standards for medical devices. However,
it is still possible that you may experience interference caused by power line
disturbances, airport metal detectors, electromagnetic fields from other
medical devices, radio signals and electrostatic discharges. If you use other
medical devices or wear implantable medical devices such as defibrillators or
pacemakers and are concerned that your hearing aids might cause interference
with your medical device, please contact your physician or the manufacturer of
your medical device for information about the risk of disturbance. Your
hearing aids should not be worn during an MRI procedure or in a hyperbaric
chamber or other oxygen-rich environments. Your hearing aids are classified as
a Type B applied part under the IEC 60601-1 medical device standard. Your
hearing aids are not formally certified to operate in explosive atmospheres
such as may be found in coal mines or certain chemical factories.
Your hearing aids should be stored and transported within the temperature, humidity, and pressure ranges of -40°C (-40°F) to +60°C (140°F), 10%-95% rH, and 70 kPa–106 kPa (equivalent to altitudes from 1,200 ft (380 m) below sea level to 10,000 ft (3,000 m). Your hearing aids are designed to operate beyond the range of temperatures comfortable to you, from -20°C (-4°F) to +50°C (122°F). The expected service life is 3 years.
Intended use
CAUTIONS
- If the product is hot, do not touch it until cool.
- If the product is not working, do not disassemble. Due to a shock hazard, please send in for repair.
- Keep out of reach from children. Do not ingest anything in the package, including desiccant, cleaning tool, etc.
Clinical benefit
The hearing aid is designed to provide better speech understanding to help
ease communication with the aim of improving quality of life.
Clinical Study Summary
A clinical study, including adults aged 18 years and over with hearing losses
ranging from mild to profound, assessed hearing aid performance and benefit.
Over the course of 2-6 weeks of device wear, users completed various
laboratory and field assessments to determine if the devices met clinical
expectations. The results of the study confirm that the devices provide
amplification appropriate for the users’ hearing losses, and that users
perceive benefit from amplification consistent with normative data. There were
no serious or lasting adverse events encountered during the study.
DO NOT OPEN HEARING AID, NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
Required Hearing Aid Information The following additional information is
provided in compliance with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
regulations:
IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR PROSPECTIVE HEARING AID USERS:
Good health practice requires that a person with a hearing loss have a medical
evaluation by a licensed physician (preferably a physician who specializes in
diseases of the ear) before purchasing a hearing aid. Licensed physicians who
specialize in diseases of the ear are often referred to as otolaryngologists,
otologists or otorhinolaryngologists. The purpose of the medical evaluation is
to assure that all medically treatable conditions that may affect hearing are
identified and treated before the hearing aid is purchased. Following the
medical evaluation, the physician will give you a written statement that
states that your hearing loss has been medically evaluated and that you may be
considered a candidate for a hearing aid. The physician will refer you to an
audiologist or hearing aid dispenser, as appropriate, for a hearing aid
evaluation. The audiologist or hearing aid dispenser will conduct a hearing
aid evaluation to assess your ability to hear with and without a hearing aid.
The hearing aid evaluation will enable the audiologist or dispenser to select
and fit a hearing aid to your individual needs. If you have reservations about
your ability to adapt to amplification, you should inquire about the
availability of a trial-rental or purchase-option program. Many hearing aid
dispensers now offer programs that permit you to wear a hearing aid for a
period of time for a nominal fee after which you may decide if you want to
purchase the hearing aid. Federal law restricts the sale of hearing aids to
those individuals who have obtained a medical evaluation from a licensed
physician. Federal law permits a fully informed adult to sign a waiver
statement declining the medical evaluation for religious or personal beliefs
that preclude consultation with a physician. The exercise of such a waiver is
not in your best health interest and its use is strongly discouraged. A
hearing aid will not restore normal hearing and will not prevent or improve a
hearing impairment resulting from organic conditions. Use of a hearing aid is
only part of hearing habilitation and may need to be supplemented by auditory
training and instruction in lip reading. In most cases infrequent use of a
hearing aid does not permit a user to attain full benefit from it.
CHILDREN WITH HEARING LOSS
In addition to seeing a physician for a medical evaluation, a child with a
hearing loss should be directed to an audiologist for evaluation and
rehabilitation since hearing loss may cause problems in language development
and the educational and social growth of a child. An audiologist is qualified
by training and experience to assist in the evaluation and rehabilitation of a
child with a hearing loss. Required Custom Tinnitus+™ Information for Hearing
Care Professionals
INDICATIONS FOR USE
The Custom Tinnitus+™ Technology is a tool to generate sounds to be used in a
Tinnitus Management Program to relieve patients suffering from tinnitus. The
target population is primarily the adult population over 18 years of age. The
Custom Tinnitus+™ Technology is targeted for hearing care professionals, which
are treating patients suffering from tinnitus, as well as conventional hearing
disorders. The fitting of the Custom Tinnitus+™ Technology must be done by a
hearing care professional participating in a Tinnitus Management Program.
INSTRUMENT DESCRIPTION
Custom Tinnitus+™ Technology is a software function that generates sound which
is programmed into a hearing aid. The hearing aid may be used in one of three
modes of operation: as a hearing aid, as a tinnitus treatment instrument or as
a hearing aid and tinnitus treatment instrument. When enabled, the Custom
Tinnitus+™ Technology generates the sound and allows a patient’s hearing care
professional to design and program appropriate settings for an individually
prescribed sound treatment plan. The treatment plan should be used in a
tinnitus management program for relief of tinnitus. Custom Tinnitus+™
Technology generates a broadband white noise signal that varies in frequency
and amplitude. These characteristics are adjustable by the hearing care
professional and are specific to the prescribed therapy designed by the
professional for the patient’s needs and comfort. The patient may have some
control of the level or volume of the signal and the patient should discuss
this adjustment as well as his or her comfort level and sound of the signal
with their hearing care professional.
CAUTION: If set to the maximum output level and worn for periods of time exceeding the recommendations below, the patient’s exposure to sound energy has the potential to exceed noise exposure limits. This hearing aid is intended for use for a maximum of sixteen (16) hours a day when set at the maximum output level.
For the Patient
A tinnitus therapy instrument is an electronic instrument intended to generate
noise of sufficient intensity and bandwidth to treat ringing in the ears. It
can also be used as an aid in hearing external sounds and speech.
Custom Tinnitus+™ Technology is a tool to generate sounds. It is recommended
that this tool be used with appropriate counseling and/or in a tinnitus
management program to relieve patients suffering from tinnitus.
TINNITUS THERAPY CONCEPTS AND BENEFITS
- Custom Tinnitus+™ Technology can be used as a part of a tinnitus treatment program.
- Custom Tinnitus+™ Technology plays a white noise through the hearing aid.
- Custom Tinnitus+™ Technology is programmed according to your hearing loss and preference, and your hearing care professional can adjust the settings of Custom Tinnitus+™ Technology to meet your needs.
- Custom Tinnitus+™ Technology may provide temporary relief of your tinnitus.
PRESCRIPTION USE ONLY
CAUTION: Federal law restricts this hearing aid to sale by or on the order of a doctor, audiologist or other hearing care professional licensed to dispense hearing aids in your state. The use of any sound generating tinnitus therapy instrument should be only on the advice and in consultation with your audiologist or hearing care professional.Your hearing care professional will properly diagnose and fit the hearing aid to your personal needs and requirements. This should include its use in a prescribed tinnitus treatment program. Your hearing care professional will also be able to offer the appropriate follow-up care. It is important that you follow your hearing care professional’s advice and direction regarding such care.
CAUTION: If set to the maximum output level and worn for periods of time exceeding the recommendations below, your exposure to sound energy has the potential to exceed noise exposure limits. You should not use your hearing aid for more than sixteen (16) hours a day if your hearing aid is set at the maximum output level, nor should you use your hearing aid if your hearing care professional has set the hearing aid at levels that exceed your comfort level.
Important Notice for Prospective Sound Generator Users
Good health practice requires that a person with tinnitus have a medical
evaluation by a licensed physician (preferably a physician who specializes in
diseases of the ear) before using a sound generator. Licensed physicians who
specialize in diseases of the ear are often referred to as otolaryngologists,
otologists or otorhinolaryngologists. The purpose of a medical evaluation is
to assure that all medically treatable conditions that may affect tinnitus are
identified and treated before the sound generator instrument is used.
TINNITUS TECHNICAL DATA
Custom Tinnitus+™ Technology Maximum Output = 87 dB SPL (typical) when
measured in a 2cc coupler per ANSI S3.22 or IEC 60118-7.
The following IEC 60601-1-2 conformance information does not apply to
tinnitus.
This hearing aid model has been tested to, and has passed, the following
emissions and immunity tests:
- IEC 60601-1-2 radiated emissions requirements for a Group 1 Class B device as stated in CISPR 11.
- RF radiated immunity at a field level of 10 V/m between 80 MHz and 2.7 GHz as well as higher field levels from communications devices as stated in Table 9 of IEC 60601-1-2.
- Immunity to power frequency magnetic fields at a field level of 30 A/m, as well as proximity magnetic fields as defined in table 11 of 60601-1-2.
- Immunity to ESD levels of +/- 8 kV conducted discharge and +/- 15 kV air discharge.
FCC information
These devices comply with part 15 of the FCC rules and with ISED Canada license-exempt RSS standards. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) The device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
NOTE: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Regulatory information
Instructions for Disposal of Old Electronics
Miracle-Ear® encourages and your local community laws may require, that your
hearing aids be disposed of via your local electronics recycling/disposal
process. At the benefit of disposal/recycling personnel, please remove zinc
air battery from the battery compartment according to the instructions in the
battery section prior to recycling. In addition, please include this user
manual when disposing of your hearing aids.
Regulatory information
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