Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Things You’ll Need:
- Hearing aid batteries
- Hearing aid cleaning kit
- Storage case
Step1
Handle your hearing aid carefully. Remember that it is a delicate instrument. Don't leave it lying around where it can be knocked onto the floor or into water. Keep it in its storage case when not in use.
Step2
Change the batteries regularly. Adopt a regular schedule for putting in new batteries so you never run out of power unexpectedly and have to fumble with your hearing aid in a place where you could lose it.
Step3
Clean your hearing aid. Use the cloth or tool kit that came with your hearing aid to clean it. Avoid soaps or cleansers if possible. It's best to wipe down your hearing aid every night after removing it. Open the door to the battery compartment to let the interior dry out.
Step4
Keep your hearing aid dry. Don't shower or swim with it. You may also want to remove it at the gym to keep it from getting damp with sweat. Insert your hearing aid after using hair products or hair dryers to keep from damaging it.
Step5
Remove the batteries if you aren't using your hearing aid. Batteries can leak, causing damage to the battery compartment.
Step6
Get an adjustment. If your hearing aid doesn't seem to be working correctly, see your doctor. Many times an adjustment solves the problem; occasionally the doctor has to remove wax from your ear canal to help you hear better.
Step7
Keep your hearing aid away from heat such as space heaters and radiators; never leave it a car on a warm day.