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Troubleshoot Guide

PROBLEM: No sound or low volume

Problem:
  • Low or dead battery
  • Battery polarity reversed
  • Hearing aid turned off
  • Low Volume
  • Canal sound outlet blocked with wax
  • Earmold tube blocked with moisture
  • Microphone blocked or dirty
  • Earmold tube is crimped
  • Component problems
  • Moisture collected in aid
Solutions:
  • Check battery and replace if necessary
  • Make sure battery is inserted correctly
  • Turn volume control up and/or switch to “M” on BTE’s
  • Rotate volume control up
  • Remove earmold from aid and blow air through tube, reattach earmold
  • Remove wax and debris from microphone with cleaning tool
  • Uncrimp or replace tube
  • Contact hearing professional for repair
  • Allow to dry 2-3 hours or place in Dri-Aid over night

PROBLEM: Feedback (whistling)

Problem:
  • Ear canal blocked with wax
  • Earmold not seated properly
  • Earmold too small
  • Volume too high
  • Break in tubing or earhook
  • Earmold/hearing aid fit loosely
Solutions:
  • Check ear canal and determine necessity of removal
  • Check earmold position. Try reinserting/repositioning the instrument until it fits securely
  • New earmold needed. Consult with hearing professional
  • Turn volume down slightly
  • Contact hearing professional for repair
  • Contact hearing professional

PROBLEM: BUZZING SOUND

Problem:
  • Low battery
  • Switch set to “T”
Solutions:
  • Check/replace battery
  • Move switch to “M” position

Other problems, such as intermittency, static noise, etc., may be due to factors such as internal damage, battery contacts, or a plugged microphone. If you have reviewed all of the above and are still having problems, you may contact Professional Hearing Services at 800-735-5866 for further help.

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