Siemens RIC - Identification information

GETTING STARTED
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GETTING STARTED
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Fig. 9: Removing the battery
Close the battery compartment by gently pressing the bottom
of the door upward with your fingertip. Do not force the door
shut. If it does not close easily, check to ensure the battery was
inserted properly (Fig. 8).
The battery should easily drop out when the compartment
door is completely open (Fig. 9). If the battery does not come
out, lightly tap on the case.
Your hearing instrument may be programmed to inform you
when the battery should be replaced. Refer to the low battery
indicator information in the Operation section (page 20) of
this manual for further information.
Handling standard and rechargeable batteries
You can use either a standard or a rechargeable battery in your
hearing instrument. The optional charger is required to charge
rechargeable batteries. If using a standard battery, remove the
backing tab only when you are ready to use it.
If using a rechargeable battery, charge it before the first use.
Battery tips
• Ifabatteryisaccidentallyswallowed,seekmedical
attention immediately, or call the National Battery
Hotline collect at (202) 625-3333. Quebec residents,
call le Centre Antipoison at (800) 463-5060.
• Alwaysusetherecommendedbatterysizeforyour
hearing instrument. The battery size information for
your hearing instrument is located on the feature card.
• Removethebatteryfromyourinstrumentswhennotin
use. This prevents possible damage from expansion or
leakage of the battery, if the instruments are not fully
turned off.
• Alwayscarrysparebatteriesintheeventthatyourcurrent
battery goes dead. Place each spare battery in an individual,
non-metallic container to prevent contact with other
batteries or metal objects, such as keys or coins.
• Follow your local recycling rules for battery disposal.
Fig. 8: Closing the battery compartment