Tuesday 4 February 2014

Care And Handling Tips For Rechargeable Hearing Aid Instruments

By Jayne Rutledge


Aural faculty instruments greatly helps people with hearing problems for them to clearly hear the surrounding sounds and communicate well with other people. This high demand equipment functions appropriately with the aid of disposable or rechargeable battery which provides it with electric power. The following are some suggestions on how to take care of 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.

To ensure proper functioning of the battery with the hearing aid, see to it that the battery are fresh and has clear, undistorted sound quality. There are different rechargeable batteries available in the market which also comes in a number of styles to choose from. This battery type is eco-friendly and can be used for several times depending on the technology and the brand.

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.

In addition, put the battery at room temperature in a dark place to preserve its shelf life. Do not place it on the refrigerator on inside the pocket where it can get damaged with coins and other metal objects. Pay attention also to the device's audio quality and buy a new battery if the sound that comes out is already garbled or has higher volume than it should be.

Meanwhile, keep the ear molds fresh and sparkling by soaking it for about 15 to 20 minutes in liquid composed of water and cleansing capsule placed in a cleaning container. After which, douse the ear molds with water, pat it dry with a towel, and put it close to the blower. See to it also that it still fits perfectly into the hearing aid and does not produce irksome feedback when used.

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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