Page 15 of Caring for your Child's Hearing Instruments by Phonak AG

hearing instruments and fm devices fm devices and hearing instruments are cared for in the same manner as other sensitive electronic devices they should not be exposed to extreme temperatures or extreme moisture or humidity in humid climates or when worn by babies who perspire easily the use of a hearing instrument drying unit can be very beneficial these drying units are either passive storage compartments or electrical driers specifically designed for hearing instruments for best results the drying unit should be used every day regardless of the type of drying unit used the hearing instrument batteries should be removed during the drying process if the hearing instrument goes for an unexpected swim the best course of action is to remove the battery and place it in the drying unit immediately in some cases it may work again when dry phonak offers a special cleaning and care kit specially designed for the parents and caregivers of young children who are wearing hearing instruments oliver the elephant makes sure that nothing is forgotten ­ and even incorporates a practical user guide in rare instances if the hearing instruments are exposed to exceptionally dusty conditions they may have to be sent in for reconditioning warranties often are available for hearing instruments and fm systems the length of the warranty varies with each make and model of hearing instrument check with your audiologist to find out more 15

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