txdon
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I was reading on another forum that the Costco's Kirkland batteries are actually Rayovac. They are rated at 1.45 Volt - I cannot find a mAh on them. $13.50 for 60 batteries.
Hearing Aid advice
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How many of you bother to leave your batteries untaped and exposed to the air for a minute before inserting in the aids?
I never have, but will try it, after reading this article, which answers most of the questions on here..
Rayovac Hearing Aid Batteries ? Important Things to Know to Ensure Ann Rule Kevin Kouba Batteries 12293
I never have, but will try it, after reading this article, which answers most of the questions on here..
Rayovac Hearing Aid Batteries ? Important Things to Know to Ensure Ann Rule Kevin Kouba Batteries 12293
Bird
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Thanks for an interesting link. I, too, have never waited a minute before inserting the batteries.
QRTRHRS
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I have always waited at least five minutes but no more than about fifteen after pulling the tape off. Never tried insterting them immediately.
That is a good link but I think I will have to read it when I have more time.
$13.50 for 60 batteries! Ouch! That hurts compared to what I have been paying.
That is a good link but I think I will have to read it when I have more time.
$13.50 for 60 batteries! Ouch! That hurts compared to what I have been paying.
oldpilgrim
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I always pull the battery off the stickie holder and put them in the unit. Never had an issue, always run 7-10 days.
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I use only Ray O Vac exclusively, because out Vet care pays for them. I always take them out of the aid at night, but leave them in the little door of the battery compartment, in a UV dryer by my bed which holds my aides.
BTW, my dog will instantly bite and crush m aides if he gets at them, because of my scent on them, or because they will squeal if one falls out of my ear while I take a nap in my recliner after lunch. He has eaten two sets now.
My batteries never last more than 4 days, I dunno why, but my audiologist has them back to the factory to see if they know why, without answer.
My guess is that they are set pretty high on the volume and use more power that way. They are Starkey RIC BTE aids that use 312 batteries. My Audiologist says that they are middle of the line model. The DVA will not spring for more expensive TOL models. Mine would cost me three grand a pair if I bought them, so THW buying the TOL for myself... My pocket is not that deep these days.
JIX
BTW, my dog will instantly bite and crush m aides if he gets at them, because of my scent on them, or because they will squeal if one falls out of my ear while I take a nap in my recliner after lunch. He has eaten two sets now.
My batteries never last more than 4 days, I dunno why, but my audiologist has them back to the factory to see if they know why, without answer.
My guess is that they are set pretty high on the volume and use more power that way. They are Starkey RIC BTE aids that use 312 batteries. My Audiologist says that they are middle of the line model. The DVA will not spring for more expensive TOL models. Mine would cost me three grand a pair if I bought them, so THW buying the TOL for myself... My pocket is not that deep these days.
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QRTRHRS
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Thought I would revive this informative post with one more question rather than to start a new post. What are everyone's thoughts on extended insurance policies for your hearing aids? Now that mine are one year old, I can buy an extended warrenty but the cost has me thinking extended car warrenty, etc., etc.
Here is my dilemma. If memory serves (LOL), my audiologist told me a figure around 150. Turns out, she retired and sold the business. The new owner gave me a pamplet from a company called AGX I think it is. Anyway, if I read the liturature correctly, the cost would be 150/one year or 200/two years for one device as in double that for two aids. Plus, it does not cover accidental damage.
Here is my dilemma. If memory serves (LOL), my audiologist told me a figure around 150. Turns out, she retired and sold the business. The new owner gave me a pamplet from a company called AGX I think it is. Anyway, if I read the liturature correctly, the cost would be 150/one year or 200/two years for one device as in double that for two aids. Plus, it does not cover accidental damage.
truckdiagnostics
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Have had mine for a year no issues. My parents have had both there's for ever, so on that small sampling save your money. Replacement cost is almost $4,000, so at 400 for two years they aren't just failing. If they are not warrantied for accidental...can't see the insurance as being worth it.
Bird
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I got a 2 yr. warranty on mine when I bought them, and of course that's long past. If a Beltone has a problem, there's a flat rate for repair; $200 the last I knew, but may have gone up by now.
txdon
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What is the $ range of repair usually for your hearing aids? How log do you intend to keep them before you update?
