Warnings And Precautions - Cochlear Baha Attract System Manual Del Usuario

Caring for your SP magnet
Keep your SP magnet clean by wiping it with an
alcohol-free wipe. Do not use running water to
clean your SP magnet.
Clean the SP magnet coupling using a soft brush.
It is recommended to wear the SP magnet with
the soft pad attached for maximum wearing
comfort.
Changing soft pads
You should change the SP magnet soft pad
regularly. You should replace the soft pad if you
observe the following:
• An accumulation of dirt or moisture on the soft
pad that cannot be wiped off
• The soft pad appears worn-out or damaged
• You experience a gradual deterioration in
wearing comfort (if changing the soft pad
does not help please contact your hearing care
professional)
Contact your hearing care professional to obtain
new soft pads.
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Remove the soft pad from the SP magnet, by
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lifting and gripping the unglued portion of the
soft material, and then slowly release the soft
pad from the SP magnet.
Make sure that the adhesive remains are
completely removed from the SP magnet.
Select a new soft pad and remove the cover
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sheet to expose the adhesive.
Attach the soft pad to the SP magnet. Make
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sure that the soft pad is centralised and covers
the entire SP magnet surface.
Remove the remaining cover sheet from the
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soft pad before you start wearing the SP
magnet.
Note: A small section on the edge of the soft
pad is not covered by adhesive for easier grip
and removal.
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Handling your sound
processor
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Once you are familiar with your processor, you can
change the program and the volume level while
the sound processor is attached to the SP magnet
placed on your head. Make sure you support the
processor from the bottom with your thumb as
you press the buttons with your index finger.
Storing your processor
Store your sound processor in your storage box
when it is not in use. The sound processor can be
attached to the SP magnet and the safety line can
be attached to the sound processor.

Warnings and precautions

Caution: If you are to undergo an MRI
(Magnetic Resonance Imaging) procedure,
refer to the MRI Reference Card included in the
document pack.
Other Safety Information
• Remove the sound processor and SP Magnet
for any treatment involving ionizing radiation,
such as for example X-ray, CT-scan and radiation
therapy.
• The implanted magnet may affect diagnostic
information/treatment effectiveness in the area
around the magnet during a treatment with
ionizing radiation (e.g. X-Ray, CTscan, radiation
therapy). Consult your treating physician before
going through any such treatment.
• The Baha Attract System contains small parts
that may be hazardous if swallowed or may
cause choking if ingested or inhaled.
• Adult supervision is recommended when the
user is a child.
• The Baha Attract System contains magnets
that should be kept away from life supporting
devices, e.g. cardiac pacemakers and ICDs
(implantable cardioverter defibrillators) and
magnetic ventricular shunts, as the magnets may
affect the function of these devices. Contact the
manufacturer of the specific device to find out
more.
• The Baha Attract System (SP Magnet and
implanted magnet) contains magnets that may
interfere with or damage surrounding electronic
devices, for example mobile phones.
• If the SP magnet is too weak the sound
processor may fall off. If it is too strong you
may feel discomfort or experience soreness and
irritation of the skin. If you are unsure about
the strength of your SP magnet, contact your
hearing care professional.
• If you experience persistent irritation or soreness
of the skin, or if the SP magnet gives you any
discomfort, remove it and contact your hearing
care professional.
• If you wear hats, etc. be sure to avoid pressure
on your SP magnet as this may cause irritation to
the tissue under this magnet.
• Do not wear your sound processor and SP
magnet while sleeping as this may cause
irritation to the skin under the SP magnet.
• The Baha Attract System (SP Magnet and
implanted magnet) contains magnets that may
damage magnetic cards (e.g. credit cards, bus
cards, etc.) and data storage devices.
• Remember that your implant contains a magnet,
so be aware that it may attract other metallic
objects that are held in close proximity (e.g.
hairdresser's scissors, etc.).
• Do not wear any other magnets (e.g. fridge
magnets) over your implant than SP magnets
from Cochlear supplied to you by your hearing
care professional.
• This product is not suitable for use in flammable
and/or explosive environments.
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• If the SP magnet and soft material becomes
soaked with water: Put it in a container with
drying capsules such as a Dri-aid kit or similar.
Leave it to dry out overnight. Drying kits are
available from most hearing care professionals.
• For parents or caregivers: regularly check to
see if the user experiences persistent irritation or
soreness of the skin, or if the SP magnet causes
any discomfort. If so remove it and contact the
hearing care professional.
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