Behind The Ear

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IMPORTANT!
Please take a few moments and read this instruction manual before using this product. If you have any questions about the product or the instruction manual, call 1-866-422-5502.

Welcome!
We thank you for choosing SportEAR® and congratulate you on purchasing the finest premium hearing enhancement and protection available. You’re about to hear the outdoors come alive!

It is important to us that you’re thrilled with our products. Please read these instructions thoroughly, and if you have any questions or comments, please call us at 1-866-422-5502. We take pride in offering the best customer service possible.

Happy hearing,
SportEAR

YOUR SportEAR® KIT INCLUDES:

Using your SportEAR for the first time:

INSTALL A SIZE 10 HEARING AID BATTERY

1. Remove protective tab from battery.
2. Open the battery compartment by placing your fingernail under the edge of
the battery door and gently pulling outward. Figure 1.

3. Insert the battery into the slot so the + side of the battery is up and close the door. Figure 2.

CAUTION: Never force the door shut. To remove the battery, gently lift it out using your thumb and forefinger.

Most hearing aid batteries last 140 hours when the unit is used from morning to night on a daily basis. If you are not actively using your SportEAR, you should remove the battery.

WARNING: HEARING AID BATTERIES ARE DANGEROUS IF SWALLOWED! If hearing aid batteries are swallowed, seek immediate attention and call the National Button Battery Hot line collect at (202) 625-3333.

Keep batteries and SportEARs out of the reach of children and pets. Animals are particularly attracted to hearing devices and may chew or destroy your instruments.

SELECTING A TIP
Clear Acoustics™ Tips are for hearing enhancement purposes only and provide no hearing protection. Simply choose the one that best fits your ear. It should fit snug and hold in place well. The Comfort Foam Tip is for hearing enhancement with protection, Make sure it seals your ear canal off well. If there are any gaps the SportEAR will not give you maximum hearing protection. Larger and smaller tips are available directly through SportEAR. Call us for additional help if needed.

TO ATTACH THE TIPS FOR YOUR SPORTEAR
1. Place the open end of the tip over the sound opening of the SportEAR. Gently push until the tip is seated securely on the SportEAR. Figures 3 and 4.
Make sure that the tip is installed correctly before putting the SportEAR into your ear.

2. To remove the tip, gently pull off with one finger on each side of the tip.
• Never use a tip that has been worn by someone else or if it becomes dirty, torn, or damaged.
• Use only SportEAR Authorized Tips.
• Replacement Clear Acoustics™ and Comfort Foam™ tips can be purchased directly from SportEAR.

Wearing Your SportEAR

1. To insert or remove your SportEAR from your ear, identify the right and left sides by the marking on the SportEAR. Figure 5.

Red lettering for right ear

Blue lettering for left ear

2. Start by gently inserting the tip into your ear canal. Figure 6. Never push so far that it becomes painful as this can severely damage your ear.

3. Once into place, then wrap the tail inside of the outer part of your ear. Figure 7. Then tuck the device itself comfortably behind your ear. To get the Comfort Foam™ tip deeply seated, it may be easier if you use yourother hand to gently pull the back of your ear (toward the back of your head) while inserting the SportEAR.

4. After you have the SportEAR correctly situated, adjust the volume by gently pushing the button. Figure 8. When it beeps 1x that is for setting one and so on up to 3 for the 30 model and up to 4 for the 210 and 412 models. Volume will adjust accordingly.

30 Models
1 Moderate volume increase
2 Louder volume increase
3 Maximum volume increase

210 models
1 Moderate volume increase
2 Louder volume increase
3 Maximum volume increase
4 Moderate increase with increase reduction for background noises

412 models
1 Moderate volume increase
2 Moderate increase with increased reduction for background noises
3 Louder volume increase
4 Maximum compression/hearing protection for more aggressive environments i.e. machine guns etc.

You may have your SportEARs programmed and reprogrammed however you prefer. Just mail your SportEARs to us with a note or a phone call of how you want them programmed for your best use and satisfaction. There are literally thousands of options with SportEAR’s revolutionary new 100% digital technology for your listening enjoyment.

5. If you hear a whistling sound, make sure your SportEAR is situated accurately. Make sure your battery is good and then adjust between settings to find the right setting. If it continues, call us for help.

6. To remove your SportEAR, simply pull on the tube to get the tip to come out of your ear canal and then pull the device from behind your ear.

7. After removing the SportEAR from your ear, remember To turn it off to conserve battery power. You can do this by opening the battery door.

NOTE: If you cannot eliminate feedback (squealing noise) from the unit, you may need a custom shell to be installed on the end ofyour tube.

CAUTION: If you do not have a snug fit, the unit may not provide the necessary protection from damaging sounds!

Cleaning Your SportEAR
To keep your SportEAR operating correctly, you should clean it regularly when you see wax, moisture, dirt or anything else building up on it.

1. Remove the tips. Using the cleaning brush, use the brush to remove any accumulated wax from the exposed sound outlet.Figure 9. If wax islocated inside the sound outlet, use the brush to dislodge it. Be careful not to push any wax into the opening of the sound outlet.

2. Using a clean soft cloth or tissue paper, gently wipe the shell unit until clean. Use the brush to remove any wax from the faceplate.

3. Remove the tubing by securing the sides with your fingers (so you don’t twist the device apart & break it, as this would not be covered under the warranty). Turn the tube a quarter turn and pull away from the device. Once removed insert the long, black plastic rod through to push out any wax, etc. that is plugging up the tube. Figure 10.

Testing Your SportEAR
Before wearing the SportEAR, test it doing the following:

1. Adjust the volume to the loudest setting.

2. Place the SportEAR in the cup of your hand and close your hand around it.

3. If you hear a whistling feedback sound, your SportEAR is working correctly. If you do not hear a whistling sound, check that the SportEAR’s volume is set to maximum, that the battery is fresh, or that the battery is installed properly.

Care & Maintenance of Your SportEAR
• DO NOT immerse your SportEAR in water. DO NOT use in the shower or other wet environments.
• All tips and device should be cleaned regularly.
• Gently Soak the soft tips in warm soapy water and then wipe off with a dry cloth. DO NOT REATTACH to the SportEAR until tip is completely dry.
• The tubing should be kept free of ear wax or other obstructions.
• Keep your SportEAR as dry as possible and do not expose to excessive
heat, such as on the dashboard of a car or in direct sunlight for a long periods of time.
• Remove your SportEAR during any electromagnetic procedures, such as an MRI or CAT scan.

Troubleshooting
If you are having problems with your SportEAR, check the following:
• Make sure battery is inserted correctly, the battery door is closed tightly, and the unit is switched on and the volume turned up.
• Tips and the unit are clean and clear of earwax or any obstruction.
• Exposed sound outlet must be clear of obstruction. (DO NOT put any object other than cleaning brush into the sound outlet)

• Exposing your SportEAR to dampness can shorten battery life and eventually damage the instrument.

Repair and Service
Repair and service of your SportEAR can be obtained directly through the manufacturer. Any repair work performed by someone other than the manufacturer may void the warranty.

Warranty
Your SportEAR is covered by a one year unlimited parts warranty. We will replace all parts, no questions asked for one year. The warranty period begins at the date of the original purchase, confirmed by the receipt of the mail-in registration card. This warranty is non-transferable from the original purchaser. All warranty work carries a shipping and handling charge of $19.95. Service charges may be added.

For all warranty work: return the unit to the manufacturer with your payment of $19.95. Please include a description of the problem. Clear Acoustics™, Select-A-Fit Soft Tips™, Comfort Foam™ Tips, cleaning brushes, and batteries are not covered under this warranty and are regarded as consumables. This warranty does not cover malfunctions caused by abuse of the unit, and is void if the unit has been tampered with or opened.

Specific exclusions from the warranty include, but are not limited to the following: Water damage, physical damage, damage caused by neglect or improper handling, or damage caused by wearing the unit without the appropriate SportEAR tips.

In the event of a malfunction within the warranty period or beyond, contact the manufacturer. If you have any problems or questions concerning this product or the instruction manual, call SportEAR directly.

IMPORTANT: This warranty gives you specific rights. You may have other rights which vary from state to state or country to country