Saturday, February 1, 2014

Care 101 On Rechargeable Hearing Aid Instruments

By Jayne Rutledge


Hearing instruments facilitate communication and listening skills among people who experience having aural faculty problems. Electric power is required to make this device function correctly be it disposable or rechargeable battery. The following are care 101 guidelines to attain maximum usability and efficiency of the rechargeable hearing aid instruments.

First of all, the device should be kept dry at all times to avoid moisture damage just like any other electrical appliances. See to it that the equipment is wiped clean with its accompanying special cleaning and drying system whenever there is dirt, moisture, perspiration, tear, or any indication of wetness. Prior to sleep, put the instrument in its drying container or connect it to its charger and let the equipment recharge overnight while you at resting.

It is also strongly advice to open the battery door before putting the equipment inside to allow the some moisture to escape into the air. Also, keep the battery in an area which out of reach by the children or pets. When going away on travel, always have a spare battery handy just in case of emergencies.

Always make sure that the battery is clean and has crisp sound quality when mounted to the aid to guarantee proper functioning of the device. Rechargeable batteries abound in the market with a variety of styles that one can easily pick based on his or her own preferences. This environment-friendly battery can be reused many times depending on the brand and the technology used.

There are charging guidelines set by the battery manufacturers so be sure to check them out and adhere to these guidelines for best results. When an unexpected event happens like getting wet on a sudden rain, be sure to immediately remove the hearing aid's battery and place it on the drying unit to remove wetness. Hopefully, the battery will work again once dry but, otherwise, replace the battery with a new one.

To keep the battery dry and moisture-free, it is highly suggested to place it at room temperature in a dark location. Refrain from putting it in the refrigerator where it may get wet or inside the pocket where there are coins and metal objects that may affect its overall functioning. Pay attention also to the clearness and volume of the equipment for it may be time to get a new battery.

Always keep the ear molds clean by sopping it for 15 to 20 minutes inside the cleansing container with water and cleansing capsule. After which, wash the ear mold with water, dry it using a towel, and remove the remaining moisture with a blower. Regularly check if the ear molds still perfectly fit into the hearing device and do not make noisy feedback at all.

Finally, pay attention to the instructions of the aural faculty care professionals on how to properly care and handle the rechargeable hearing aid instruments. Check with the audiologist as well for warranty of the hearing instrument depending on the model. Have a long-term and trouble-free experience with your hearing equipment.




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