46ReferenceDisposal GuidelinesDisposal GuidelinesHearing instrumentConsult your dispenser where you purchased your hearing aid for advice on how to dispose of yourhearing instrument. Make sure that the instrument is disposed of properly, so the waste will undergonecessary treatment, recovery and recycling and thus prevent potential negative effects on theenvironment and human health.Battery disposalFor battery disposal, follow the battery disposal guidance based on the current United States federallaws and regulations. Many states have regulations in place requiring some form of battery recycling.The regulations of some states may require recycling for certain types of batteries different than otherstates.If you are using batteries outside the United States, other nations may regulate waste based ondifferent criteria. Confirm the status of batteries in the nation where disposal occurs.A nickel metal hydride battery that is recyclable powers the product you havepurchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle thisbattery.