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Basic Troubleshooting

Many times the cause of a problem is something that’s 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.

Symptom

Hearing instrument is 'dead'

Cause

Depleted battery

Solution

Replace the battery

 

 

Symptom

Hearing instrument is 'dead'

Cause

The receiver tube may be blocked

Solution

Remove blockage and clean

 

 

Symptom

Hearing instrument is 'dead'

Cause

The instrument may be defective

Solution

See your hearing professional

 

 

Symptom

Hearing instrument isn’t loud enough

Cause

The receiver tube may be blocked

Solution

Remove blockage and clean

 

 

Symptom

Hearing instrument isn’t loud enough

Cause

Your hearing has changed

Solution

See your hearing professional

 

 

Symptom

Performance is inconsistent

Cause

The battery may be running low

Solution

Replace the battery

 

 

Symptom

The sound is distorted or unclear

Cause

The battery may be running low

Solution

Replace the battery

 

 

Symptom

The sound is distorted or unclear

Cause

The instrument may be defective

Solution

See your hearing professional

Remember, never try to repair your hearing instruments yourself. If fresh batteries and careful, thorough cleaning don’t solve the problem, you should contact your hearing professional for service.

If you need to locate a hearing professional in your area, click here.

 

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