Advanced Bionics Harmony User's Guide download pdf (Page 47)

46 User Guide for the Auria Harmony Sound Processor

Part 6: Troubleshooting

WARNING: While no injury cases have resulted during normal use or a fault

condition, components of the system may become hot. If a particular

device’s temperature results in discomfortor pain, promptly remove

the product and contact AB.

Headpiece Retention

CAUTION: Adding too many magnets to your headpiece may cause physical

discomfort and can potentially damage the skin around your implant

site. Do not attempt to add additional magnets to your headpiece

unless advised by your audiologist or AB.

Shortly following your surgery, you may notice slight swelling near your implant site.

This is part of the normal healing process and may take some time to resolve. If the

swelling does not fully resolve by your initial stimulation, you and your audiologist

may need to take additional actions to ensure that your headpiece adheres and

successfully communicates with your implant. Again, any residual swelling should

resolve over time. However, several options to retain your headpiece include:

• Having your audiologist increase magnet strength in your headpiece.

• Temporarily shaving your hair around the implant site.

• Applying pressure to the headpiece with a headband, baseball cap, etc.

Harmony Processor Retention

The processor was designed to ﬁ t securely and comfortably behind most users’ ears.

However, you may ﬁ nd that additional retention of your processor is desired during

everyday use or in speciﬁ c environments (e.g., when engaging in physical activities).

• An earmold is the most commonly used solution for providing additional retention.

Earmolds are available in a variety of styles, materials and colors. Please consult

with your audiologist in determining if an earmold is appropriate for you. A specially

designed earmold for use with the T-Mic is available.

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