Listen, Learn & Talk

Care of Hearing Aids

 

· Avoid contact with make-up or hair spray
The fine particles produced by make-up or hair spray can easily block a microphone inlet. Always remove hearing instruments before using such products.

· Clean your instruments using a soft, dry cloth. Alcohol, solvents and cleaning fluids can damage electronic circuitry.

· Ear hygiene
Always make sure that the ear is clean. If your instrument sounds weak, it may be due to the sound outlet or the cerumen filter being blocked with wax or dirt. You can obtain special cleaning products from your hearing care professional.

· Keep your instruments in a safe place
When your instruments are not in use, always keep them in the presentation case or in a special drying box. Remove the batteries if the instruments will not be used for some time.

· Always have repairs carried out by a specialist
Screwdrivers and oil can be fatal for hearing instruments. Merely touching the electronics or micro-mechanics can lead to irreparable damage. See your hearing care professional for service of your hearing instrument.

Cleaning and care of your In-the-Ear hearing instruments

· Your hearing care professional will give you specific information on cleaning your hearing instruments and may recommend a special cleaning kit.

· Water and solvent cleaning agents can damage electronic circuitry. Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the instruments whenever they are removed from your ears.

· Remove any accumulated cerumen daily. When using a cerumen removal tool, e.g. a brush, always clean the instrument from below. This will prevent particles of wax or dirt from getting inside the instrument.

· If your instrument sounds weak, it may be the result of the sound outlet or the cerumen filter being blocked with cerumen. Either replace the filter or ask your hearing care professional for advice.

 

Note: In-the-Ear hearing instruments are particularly susceptible to damage caused by ear wax, moisture or dirt. This is because the electronics are integrated into the shell.