How do I adjust the sound on my Oticon hearing aid?

When you have two hearing aids, the push button allows you to adjust the volume in both ears. You will hear a click when you turn the volume up or down. A short press on the RIGHT hearing aid in- creases the volume. Use the mute function if you need to silence the hearing aid while wearing it.

What do the buttons on my hearing aid do?

The button allows you to change to way the hearing aid operates for using in different situations, for example using in noisy situations or where there is a loop system.

How do you use an Oticon hearing aid?

Place the hearing aid behind your ear. Hold the bend of the tube between your thumb and index finger. The earpiece should point towards the ear canal opening. Gently push the earpiece into your ear canal until the thin tube sits close to your head.

Why is my Oticon hearing aid not working?

Replace the wax filter or contact your hearing care professional if the filter becomes clogged or the hearing aid does not sound normal. Remove the earpiece from the speaker before replacing the wax filter. Note: If you use a mold or LiteTip, your hearing care professional must replace the wax filter in the speaker.

How can I make my hearing aid louder?

Tips for using manual volume control

  1. Push the lever, or upper part of the control, upwards to gradually raise the volume.
  2. Push the lever, or lower part of the volume control, downwards to gradually lower the volume.

What is flight mode on a hearing aid?

Flight mode is when Bluetooth is turned off while hearing aids are on. In this mode, hearing aids will not connect to the mobile phone, tablet or computer. To set Bluetooth wireless hearing aids into flight mode: 1.

When should you adjust hearing aid volume?

If you’re in a busy and noisy environment, then it will adjust the volume so that you don’t hear everything at once, and it will increase the volume when it detects that you are in a quiet area. Most hearing aids with manual volume control have a tactile lever.

Is there an on and off button on hearing aid?

Once silicon came along and technology improved, the hearing aids got smaller and smaller, explaining why the on/off button disappeared. The hearing aids today can fit on the tip of your finger and are almost invisible when placed within the ear.

How do I know if my hearing aid is on?

Take the hearing aid off and cup it in your hand. You (or a friend) should hear a high-pitched squeal coming from the hearing aid. This is the feedback loop of the hearing aid – similar to when you hold a microphone near a speaker and everything gets very loud very fast.

How do I know if my Oticon hearing aid is working?

Insert the battery in the hearing aid and close the battery door. Close your hand around the hearing aid and hold it up to your ear. If the hearing aid is squealing, the battery is functioning.