Warnings
The soft tip is an essential part of the Q. Without the soft tip, the Q will not be able
to function properly and this could cause irreversible dirtying Of the module. For this
reason, never use the module without the soft tip.
Once the device has been fitted, you should not wear it in the other ear. This generally leads to a
deterioration Of hearing performance and could sometimes even result in hearing loss.
Never use damaged or dirtied soft tips. This can negatively affect the hearing performance or result
in an uncomfortable fit, which in turn could lead to infections of the ear.
Replace the soft tip of your device regularly, even if it is not visibly damaged or dirtied (see chapter
'Maintenance and use').
When using Q for the first time, begin with a continuous wearing period Of 4 hours and
subsequently increase wearing time with one hour a day. If you suffer from pain, continuous
irritation or itching, don't use the devices before you receive specialist advice. If your complaints
persist, consult a physician. Have your ears and your hearing checked regularly, both during the
begin period and afterwards.
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DO not use the Q in the following cases:
A medical history of the ear.
Exostoses (bulging bone growth) in the ear canal.
Heavy ear wax secretion.
The device should not be:
dropped.
exposed to moisture or water.
immersed in water.
used while swimming, taking shower, bathing or in the sauna.
cleaned wet.
exposed to extreme high temperatures, such as when using a hair dryer.
worn in mines or Other environments where explosion risk is high.
exposed to X-ray radiation or strong magnetic fields, such as during medical investigation.
worn in the places where hairspray (hairdresser) or solvents (such as dye) are used.
Care should be taken in using make-up, creme, body Oil, gel, hairspray and similar products, while
you are wearing or inserting the Q. They can dirty up your device and, for example, contribute to
the clogging Of the microphone opening.
Keep the Q away from small children and pets. In case Of swallowing one Of the components, there
is a choking hazard to small children.
Empty batteries and old hearing aids should be collected and disposed as chemical waste.
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