User’s instructions The Bravo Series B11 / B12 Behind-the-ear
Contents Your hearing aid, earmould, cleaning accessories and the like may not look exactly the same as in these user’s instructions. We furthermore reserve the right to make any changes considered necessary. Hearing aids and their accessories should not be disposed of with normal household waste. Please consult your national Widex distributor for advice on how to dispose of your hearing aid. Turning the hearing aid on and off. . . . . . . . . . . 5 Volume control. . . . . . . . . . . .
Turning the hearing aid on and off Your Widex Bravo hearing aid is a very intricate, high precision electronic unit. It has been carefully designed to withstand years of wear, under the varying conditions the typical user finds themselves in each day. However, your hearing aid may be damaged if exposed to extreme conditions, severe blows, or general neglect.
Volume control Your hearing aid has a digital volume control, shaped like a small lever. Push the lever upwards to raise the volume. Push the lever downwards to lower the volume. Use short touches for minor corrections of the volume. Faster adjustments are obtained by keeping the lever pressed for some seconds. Bravo is equipped with a computer which has been designed to adjust its sound automatically in accordance with the sound environment around you.
Telecoil (M-MT-T switch) “M” (microphone): For normal use, the switch should be in position “M” (microphone). “T” (telecoil): Position “T” cuts off the microphone and brings the built-in telecoil into operation. The hearing aid can then be used within any magnetic field or loop system without background interference. Note: The magnetic field in some telephones is inadequate, in which case the “M” position should be used.
Changing the battery Before inserting a new battery in your hearing aid, remember to remove the adhesive tab. Do not use batteries on which there is a sticky residue from the tab or other unwanted substance as this can block the battery airholes. When changing batteries, hold the hearing aid over a table or a carpet to make it easier to find a dropped hearing aid or battery.
Recommended energy source: Zinc Air battery type 13 This hearing aid uses an environmentally friendly, type 13 Zinc Air battery, which provides a long lifetime when treated correctly. Do not remove the adhesive tab until just before inserting the battery in the hearing aid. Once inserted, the battery will start functioning after a few seconds. Operate your hearing aid with the same battery until it is exhausted.
Placing Bravo on/in the ear Insert a battery in your hearing aid. We recommend that you turn off the hearing aid before placing it on the ear. First insert the earmould in the ear canal while holding the lower part of the tubing. It may also be helpful to gently pull the outer ear backwards and upwards with the opposite hand. 14 Once the earmould has been inserted, you place the hearing aid behind the ear, so that the hook rests comfortably on the ear, close to your head.
Removing Bravo In case of malfunction First remove the hearing aid from its position behind the ear. Carefully pull the earmould out of the ear canal, while holding the lower part of the tubing. If it is difficult, it may help to try to move the earmould carefully from side to side while pulling it out. It may also help to pull the outer ear upwards and backwards with the opposite hand.
Important Please be sure to keep your hearing aid and its accessories out of the reach of children, who might place them in their mouths. Also keep batteries out of children’s reach and discard used batteries carefully. Do not change batteries in front of children or let them see where you keep your supply. Never put batteries in your mouth for any reason and never let a child obtain a battery or place it in his or her mouth. In case of ingestion, contact your physician immediately.
Audio input Bravo can be furnished with an audio shoe. This allows direct connection to CROS/BiCROS systems as well as assistive listening devices such as FM equipment, hand-held microphones, TVs, and cassette players. Before connecting, the little cover on the side of the hearing aid must be replaced with the cover which has one hole. Slide the audio shoe onto the hearing aid, as shown. Press the shoe gently onto the aid until you feel a click.
Caring for your hearing aid CROS/BiCROS with an audio shoe and a CROS dummy The audio shoe can also be used together with CROS/BiCROS. For this, a CROS dummy and a cord with a Europlug at both ends are used. With proper care, your hearing aid will give you years of reliable service.
Widex hearing aids are not certified for use in mines or other areas with explosive gases. Switch your hearing aid off when it is not in use. Should you not use it for a day or more, take out the battery to avoid battery leakage. Always insert the battery as described on page 10. If you feel the battery needs to be forced into the battery drawer, then check to see if it is upside down.
The hearing aid Never wash your hearing aid with water, cleaning solutions or other liquids. Instead, clean your hearing aid with a dry soft cloth after use. When the hearing aid is not in use, it is a good idea to leave the battery drawer open, so as to ventilate the aid and allow it to dry. 26 The earmould Make sure your earmould is clean and free of earwax and moisture. If it is plugged, clear the opening with the wax removing tool.
There is only one way If there is still moisture in the earmould or tube, use a syringe or a small blower to blow it dry. Do not use alcohol to clean your earmould! Your hearing aid does not restore normal hearing, but it will help you to hear and understand what other people are saying – and to enjoy many other sounds. So, don’t give up. The learning process will take time, but millions of experienced users can testify that the results are worth the effort.
Troubleshooting guide Symptom Cause Possible remedy Symptom Cause Possible remedy Dead Not turned on Turn it on Earmould loose Battery is dead or does not work Replace battery.
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