Care 101 On Rechargeable Hearing Aid Instruments

By Jayne Rutledge


People with aural faculty problems depend on hearing instruments for them properly communicate and hear the sounds around them. This type of device always needs to have electric power in the form of rechargeable or disposable battery for it to work properly. Here are some useful care and handling tips for rechargeable hearing aid instruments for maximum efficiency and usability.

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.

Keep in mind also to double check on the manufacturer's charging guidelines and be sure to follow them to achieve better lasting battery performance. In cases of sudden downpour and the hearing equipment gets wet, quickly detach the battery and immediately dry it on the drying unit. If it resumes to normal functioning once the wetness disappear, then good for you but if it totally conks out it is best to get a replacement.

It is also recommended to the batteries in a dark area at room temperature and not at the refrigerator. It is not advisable to keep them in the pocket near coins or other metal objects which may cause harm or damage to the battery's performance. Also notice than when the audio quality of the device already distorted or louder than the normal, it's high time to replace battery.

For the ear molds, keep it clean all the time by soaking the material in a cleansing container filled with cleansing capsule and water for around 15 to 20 minutes. Then rinse the material with a water and wipe it dry using a towel and place it near the blower to eradicate the moisture. Make also a regular checkup if it still fits snugly to the aural instrument and do not create unnecessary feedback.

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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