Hearing aids may be damaged due to strong electromagnetic fields
exposure, remove your hearing aids before undergoing X-rays, CT, MR,
PET scans, electrotherapy, surgery, or entering other environments with
strong electromagnetic fields.
X-RAYS, CT, MR, PET SCANS,
ELECTROTHERAPY, AND SURGERY
• Hearing aids should never be exposed to extreme heat or direct
sunlight.
• Do not dry hearing aids in a microwave or with hairdryers due to the
risk of fire or explosion.
• Chemicals in cosmetics, hairspray, perfumes, lotions, sunscreens, and
insect repellents can damage hearing aids. Always remove your hearing
aids before using such products and allow them to dry thoroughly
before use.
HIGH TEMPERATURES AND CHEMICALS
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