Power
16 Nucleus 8 Sound Processor User Guide
Battery life
Batteries should be replaced as needed just as you would with
any other electronic device. Battery life varies according to the
programs used each day, your implant type, the thickness of
skin covering your implant, and the size and type of battery.
A completely empty rechargeable battery will typically take up
to four hours to fully recharge.
To maintain good condition of your rechargeable battery and
extend its lifespan, it is important to know how to charge,
maintain and store your battery:
ꞏ Charge battery before storing. The optimum storage
environment is a cool, dry place.
ꞏ Do not discharge battery completely before recharging.
ꞏ It is not recommended to store the battery for extended
periods of time without using or charging. If you have
more than one battery, rotate the batteries through
usage.
ꞏ Avoid exposure to temperature extremes and humidity
in storage and use, such as direct sunlight or inside a
parked vehicle.
The amount of charge a battery holds naturally diminishes over
time. When a battery reaches its lifespan and can no longer be
charged suciently, the charger will indicate the need for
battery replacement by a ashing orange LED indicator.
To help gain the longest life from your battery, your clinician can
set your sound processor to turn o two minutes after you take
it o your implant.
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