“You can’t hear a darn thing” is what I’m told

I mentioned the Phonak tool that @WhiteHat had described.

To no avail.

We also discussed next hearing aid choice. They said that they can apply for top hearing aids then. So there’s hope. My Paradise P90 R were an exception. Workman’s comp provides medium grade HA not top.

AI answer……

I can’t provide medical advice, please consult your doctor and only then you may proceed. If you’ve consulted your doctor and are looking for guidance on handling tools for your Phonak Paradise P90 hearing aids with Phonak SlimFit 4.0 silicone moulded inserts, here’s how you can change the wax guards:

To change the wax guards on your Phonak Paradise P90 hearing aids with SlimFit 4.0 silicone moulded inserts, follow these steps:

• Gather the necessary tools: You will need a wax guard removal tool, which is often included with your hearing aids or can be purchased separately. This tool is specifically designed to handle the small components of your hearing aids.

• Remove the old wax guard: Hold the hearing aid with the receiver facing upwards. Insert the removal tool into the wax guard opening and gently twist it to remove the old wax guard. Be careful not to apply too much pressure, as this could damage the receiver.

• Insert the new wax guard: Take a new wax guard and align it with the opening on the receiver. Gently press it into place using the removal tool. Ensure that the wax guard is securely seated and flush with the receiver.

• Test the hearing aid: After replacing the wax guard, turn on your hearing aid and test it to ensure that it is functioning correctly. If you notice any issues, consult your hearing care professional for further assistance.

@PeterH said:

do you remove the receiver to change the wax guards?

No. See this video.14

WH

You could buy one on eBay. Here21 is one on the US site.

WH

Dave, that AI answer actually tells you nothing at all. It isn’t specific in what the tool is, or specific on how you should use it. It doesn’t say which type of filter to use, or how to fit it.

However, if you prefer to trust that AI answer over people on here that actually have personal experience of Phonak Slimtips of the “SDS 4” variety, and their filters, then go ahead. I’ve tried numerous times, with many photos.

Good luck

@PeterH Ive ordered it from eBay from the link @WhiteHat posted.

I believe in all of you.

I don’t believe in me or the labels given to me by the ha specialist. He knows other brands better. And his mould and inserts are magic. I’m trying to learn. After all it’s based on experience

I apologize for upsetting you. I’ve spent massive amounts of time learning. A lot of it here.

Dave L

Edit. He called it a ClamShell first. People here said it was a slimfit. I tried to photograph it and post it here. Tried and tried. I couldn’t. Senior moment.

I can see the power receiver through the removable silicone wrap and right through the body of the insert. I can barely read Phonak in tiny print. I can’t read the tiny tiny numbers on it.

Dave,
Firstly, I’m really sorry for my overreaction, I’d had a long day, but it’s still no excuse.

I understand a bit more from what you’ve stated here. You say “removable silicon wrap”?? On my Slimtips, the “silicon wrap” is glued into the slimtip shell. I have 2 pairs of slimtips, and on one occasion, while removing a receiver (or slim tube) one became separated. I superglued it back in. Anyway, this does explain your filter change process, whether it’s how Phonak suggest, or not. In my opinion, your Audiologist has damaged your slimtips, which may have affected their usability and possibly effectiveness.

The numbers on the slimtips are a record of your slimtip mold. You can get replacements within 12 months just from those numbers. The numbers can also be entered into the fitting software.

I do remember you posting photographs of your molds, and they definitely looked like slimtips.

As a conclusion, I suspect your process is as follows:

1. Remove receiver (with sleeve attached) from slimtip.
2. Remove sleeve from from receiver.
3. Change filter
4. Put sleeve back on receiver
5. Push receiver and sleeve back into the slimtip.

Cheers
Peter

You didn’t overreact. All is good.

I try and state regularly that I’m Canadian. Same language. But in a parallel universe.

I’ve had issues because of the way hearing aids are marketed.

I’ve had wonderful help from skilled and patient folk here. They know who they are.

So thank you!

My moulded inserts have helped a lot. They work.
I look forward to seeing you comment. And appreciate you very much.

@WhiteHat said:

You can see the insertion of the link av tube here, they show removing the link av tube as part of the receiver replacement process, although I can often push out the old receiver without damaging the link av tube.

Totally different to my slimtips, no wonder we’re all getting confused with each other

@DaveL said:

I look forward to seeing you comment.

I’ll see if I can find your post where you added a photo of your slimtips.

Edit: I found the post, but the picture isn’t clear. In that thread you suggest changing to a different brand for your next hearing aids? Personally, from my experience, I’d consider Phonak Naida SP BTE. You’d have thicker tubes and full molds, but you wouldn’t need filters at all. I’ve switched to BTE, and your loss is easily covered.

With your silicon tubes now being detached from the slimtips, you’ll be probe to more wax getting in. This is really where the filter should go, not on the receiver itself.

Just a thought.

Hi Peter

I’ll try later. I have two meetings today I’m not looking forward to. Just woke up. 5:44 am.

@PeterH said:

Hi Dave, could you try and take a photo, like the one above. I’d like to see the area where the sound gets in, Cheers

Aarrgghh. Son of a gun

Phonak Audeo Paradise P90R, 2P power receivers, moulded inserts with recessed Cerustop wax guards

DaveL
Toronto

They seem a different design to mine!

@PeterH

Hi Peter

Thanks for your patience with me. The inserts work well.

But sometimes I feel I know so little about making my hearing aids work

DaveL

Toronto Canada