Many times the cause of a problem is something thats easily
remedied. Before taking your hearing instrument in for service,
check the following list of symptoms and solutions. You could save
yourself both time and trouble.
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Symptom
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Hearing instrument is 'dead'
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Cause
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Depleted battery
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Solution
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Replace the battery
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Symptom
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Hearing instrument is 'dead'
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Cause
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The receiver tube may be blocked
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Solution
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Remove blockage and clean
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Symptom
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Hearing instrument is 'dead'
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Cause
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The instrument may be defective
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Solution
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See your hearing professional
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Symptom
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Hearing instrument isnt loud enough
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Cause
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The receiver tube may be blocked
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Solution
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Remove blockage and clean
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Symptom
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Hearing instrument isnt loud enough
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Cause
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Your hearing has changed
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Solution
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See your hearing professional
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Symptom
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Performance is inconsistent
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Cause
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The battery may be running low
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Solution
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Replace the battery
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Symptom
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The sound is distorted or unclear
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Cause
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The battery may be running low
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Solution
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Replace the battery
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Symptom
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The sound is distorted or unclear
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Cause
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The instrument may be defective
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Solution
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See your hearing professional
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Remember, never try to repair your hearing instruments yourself.
If fresh batteries and careful, thorough cleaning dont solve
the problem, you should contact your hearing professional for service.