Interton A160-D - Proper Placement in the Ear

10 11
Proper Placement in the Ear
Inserting the Receiver Dome and RIE Instrument:
• Withthebatterydooropen(theoffposition),holdyourhearinginstrumentbythe
tube, right where it bends.
• Hangtheinstrumentoverthetopofyourearsothatthehousingportionisbehind
your ear and the dome is in front.
• Pushthereceiverdomeintoyourearuntilitsitscomfortablyandthetubeliesat
against the side of your head. Note: When the receiver dome is placed correctly,
you should not see the tube sticking out when looking directly into a mirror.
• Ifyouhavenotalreadyturnedonyourhearinginstrument,switchitonbyclosing
the battery door.
If you need further help, your hearing healthcare professional will be glad to show you
how to insert your hearing instrument correctly.
Note: If your hearing instrument irritates your ear in any way and prevents you from
wearing your hearing instrument, please contact your hearing healthcare professional.
Never attempt to modify the shape of your hearing instrument yourself.