Tympanic Thermometer - Nurse Rosie Products
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1. 4 Always store the thermometer in a cool and dry place temperatures between 4 F to 140 F 20 C to 60 C relative humidity less than 95 Avoid direct sunlight 4 Avoid dropping the thermometer or hitting it with a hard object If it happens and you think the thermometer may be damaged please contact customer services immediately 4 Use only ForaCare IR20 probe covers for the thermometer 4 For proper hygiene do not re use probe cover Damaged probe cover may result in error display 4Do not disassemble the thermometer 4 Basic safety precautions should always be observed especially when the thermometer is used on or near children and disabled persons A This thermometer is not intended to be a substitution for consultation with your physician 4 Keep probe covers out of reach of children 4 Temperature measurements may differ from left to right ear Always measure by using same ear Restrictions of Use This thermometer is clinically proven to produce accurate temperature measurements However please be advised if you have the following situations 4 The accuracy cannot be ensured for a person who has deformity in the ear such that the thermometer probe can not be properly inserted into the ear canal 4 The accuracy cannot be ensured when blood or drainage is found in the ear canal 4 f ear drops or medications have been placed in an ear take measurements from the other ear 4 For a person who wears ear2. to 35 9 C and from 102 4 F to 108 0 F 39 1 C to 42 2 C Temperature unit fixed F or C Operating temperature range 50 F to 104 F 10 C to 40 C Operating humidity 95 RH or less Storage temperature range 4 F to 140 F 20 C to 60 C Storage humidity 95 RH or less Memory capacity 10 measurements The specifications may be changed without prior notice yo Warranty 4 On behalf of Nurse Rosie Products Fora Care Inc warrants this product to be free of defects in workmanship and materials for a period on ONE year from the date of purchase 4 During the warranty period if this product is found to be defective you may contact Nurse Rosie Products for repair and or replacement 4 This warranty is void if this product has been repaired or serviced by unauthorized person This warranty does not cover defects caused by misuse abuse accident tampering poor maintenance fire or any other acts beyond human control 4 Except as stated in the above paragraphs ForaCare and Nurse Rosie Products disclaims all other warranties implied or expressed including the warranties of merchantability of fitness for a particular purpose with respect to the use of this product TaiDoc and Nurse Rosie Products shall not be liable for any direct consequential or incidental damages arising out of the use or inability to use product 28 a NOTE 30 Distributed by Nurse Rosie Produc
3. ForaCare Tympanic Thermometer OWNER S MANUAL Version 1 0 May 2013 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ THIS BEFORE USING The following basic safety precautions should always be taken Close supervision is necessary when the thermometer is used by on or near children handicapped persons or invalids N Use the thermometer only for the intended use described in this manual w Do not use the thermometer if it is not working properly or if it has suffered any damage 4 Do not use accessories which are not supplied or recommended by the manufacturer KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS TABLE OF CONTENTS 08 Cautions and Warnings 09 Restrictions of Use 0 Introduction 2 Package Contents 3 Thermometer Parts 4 LCD Screen 6 Replacing the Battery 8 About Normal Body Temperature amp Fever 19 22 23 25 25 26 27 28 Using the Device 19 Replacing Probe Covers 20 Measuring Temperature Hints on Using the ForaCare IR20 Recalling the Memory Care amp Cleaning Fever Indicator Troubleshooting Specifications Warranty Cautions and Warnings 4 As with any thermometer proper technique is crucial to getting accurate temperature readings Please read this manual thoroughly and carefully before using Always operate the thermometer in an operating temperature range 50 F to 104 F 10 C to 40 C and relative humidity less than 95
4. be cover cassette td SON LI I LCD Screen Fl y ri t m o e Tympanic temperature indicator Probe cover missing Temperature scanning in progress Temperature display Memory mode Record numbers Low battery indicator Temperature unit Temperature indicator for memory mode Replacing the Battery The thermometer comes with two 1 5V AAA alkaline batteries Replace it when appears Please follow the steps to replace new batteries Step 1 Remove the battery cover Pu Step 2 Place the new batteries in the battery compartment and press it in until the batteries are secured Step 3 jo O Sa Reattach the battery cover dE NOTE 4 Although the thermometer works when appears we still recommend that you change the batteries to obtain an accurate result 4 Remove the batteries if stored for a long period of time 4 The batteries should be kept out of reach of children If they are swallowed promptly see a doctor for help 4 Properly dispose of the batteries according to your local environmental regulations About Normal Body Temperature amp Fever Body temperature can vary from one person to the next It also varies by location on the body and different time of the day Below shows the statistical normal ranges from different sites Please keep in mind that temperatures measure
5. d from different Sites even at the same time should not be directly compared Fever indicates that the body temperature is higher than normal This symptom may be potentially caused by infection overdressing or immunization Some people may not experience fever even when they are ill These include but are not limited to infants younger than 3 months old persons with compromised immune systems persons taking antibiotics steroids or antipyretics aspirin ibuprofen acetaminophen or persons with certain chronic illnesses Please consult your physician when you feel ill even if you do not have fever Table 1 Body Site Normal Temperature Range Oral 95 9 F 99 5 F 35 5 C 37 5 C Axillary 94 5 F 99 1 F 34 7 C 37 3 C underarm Rectal 97 9 F 100 4 F 36 6 C 38 0 C Ear 96 4 F 100 4 F 35 8 C 38 0 C 1 Chamberlain J M Terndrup T E New Light on Thermometer Readings Contemporary Pediatrics March 1994 18 Using the Device Replacing Probe Cover Step 1 Firmly insert the thermometer probe into new probe cover in the probe cover cassette Step 2 Lift the probe out of the cassette with a clean probe cover attached Do not touch the cover Now you can measure the temperature NOTE 4 If a probe cover is not attached on the probe LCD will show until a new probe cover is firmly attached to the probe 4 The used cover should be removed after each
6. en press On Memory button again and LCD will show OFF to exit memory 24 Care amp Cleaning Cautions It is important that users perform cleaning steps after each use especially when detecting temperatures from different individuals 4 To clean the probe lens wipe it gently with an 7096 alcohol sw ab or soft cloth moistened with 7096 alcohol 4 Do not attach new probe cover for 30 minutes The cleaning process cools the probe and can affect accuracy 4 The probe is not waterproof Please wipe with a clean cloth which is dry or damped with 70 alcohol 4 The body of the thermometer is not water resistant Never put the thermometer under a running tap or submerge it into water Use a 10 chlorine bleach solution disposable wipe or a cloth dampened with that solution to clean the meter 4 Store the thermometer in a cool and dry location Free from dust and away from direct sunlight Fever Indicator When the measurement is equal or over 100 4 F red backlight is shown together with the result The red backlight will last for 3 sec and turn off Troubleshooting The table below shows problems you may encounter All error messages below would be shown together with orange backlight Please follow what to do to resolve problems If the problem still exists please call your local dealer for help of 50 F to 104 F 10 C to Message What it means What to do f Room temperature is below Use the th
7. ermometer in Err 50 F 10 C operating temperature range A 40 C frero Room temperature is above 104 F 40 C Use the thermometer in operating temperature range of 50 F to 104 F 10 C to 40 C Zu Probe cover is missing Place probe cover onto probe Ere ErrB Erd Problem with the thermometer Review the instructions and re start the measurement procedure Ifthe steps do not work contact dealer En 8j Battery is low and appears on LCD Replace batteries as soon as possible E a L ote Appears when the batteries can t provide enough power for a test Replace batteries Lo Temperature measurement falls outside the displayed temperature range ear temperature range from 89 6 F to 109 4 F 32 C to 43 C Review the instructions and re start the measurement procedure If the steps do not work contact dealer 26 Specifications Model no FORA IR20 Dimensions 165mm W x 32 4mm H x 38 7mm D Weight 108 4g include 2 x1 5V AAA batteries Battery 2 x 1 5V AAA alkaline batteries Displayed 89 6 F to 109 4 F 32 C to 43 C temperature range Display resolution 0 1 F 0 1 C Meet the accuracy requirement specified in ASTM E1965 98 4 0 4 F 0 2 C for the range of 96 8 F to 102 2 F 36 0 C to 39 0 C 0 5 F 0 3 C from 93 2 F to 96 6 F Accuracy 34 0 C
8. measurement to ensure accuracy reading A To ensure proper hygiene attach a new probe cover each time and do not touch it Measuring Temperature Step 1 Press and release the On Memory button to turn on the thermometer When ready the thermometer displays the last measurement Step 2 Gently fit the probe with clean probe cover into the ear canal Step 3 Press and release the Scan button You will hear a beep to indicate measurement is complete and thermometer may be removed 20 Step 4 Read the result 9 5 is shown together with a m 1 yon temperature value Li L L LUI F Step 5 Press ejection button to discard used probe cover into trash NOTE Turn off the thermometer by pressing On Memory button twice It will automatically turn off if left idle for 3 minutes If the reading is S 89 5 F 31 9 C the display will show Lo together with orange backlight If the reading is 289 6 F 32 C and 100 3 F 37 9 C the display will show together with green backlight If the reading is 100 4 F 38 C and lt 109 4 F 43 C the display will show together with red backlight If the reading is 2109 5 F 43 1 C the display will show Hi together with orange backlight Hints on Taking Tympanic Temperatures 1 As with other thermometers you may observe slight variations in consecutive measurements It is recommended that you take 3 temperature
9. plug or hearing aid remove the device and wait for 15 minutes before taking temperature NOTE Never try to clean inside the ears You may accidentally damage the eardrum or its surrounding tissues Remove excess earwax only when you can reach it with a clean cloth Consult a physician if you suspect the presence of excess earwax Introduction Thank you for choosing ForaCare IR20 tympanic thermometer tympanic thermometer This innovative medical device relies on advanced infrared IR technology to measure temperature instantly Intended use The ForaCare IR20 tympanic thermometer is intended for the intermittent measurement and monitoring of human body temperature from ear canal The device is intended for use by people of all ages for home and professional use How does it work The thermometer measures the infrared heat generated by the eardrum and its surrounding tissue The thermometer then converts it into a temperature value shown on LCD NOTE The thermometer does not emit any infrared signal Package Contents ForaCare IR20 Two 1 5V AAA Tympanic Thermometer Batteries User s Manual Spiral Cord Storage Cradle Thermometer Parts Q Probe cover Q Probe cover ejection button On Memory button Manufacturing label Battery cover Display Screen Probe lens Q Probe Q Probe cover detector 9 Scan button Storage cradle D Pro
10. readings and use the highest one for the following situations 4 Infants younger than months old 4 Children younger than 3 years old and who have a compromised immune system and the presence absence of fever is critical 4 When you are learning to use the thermometer 2 Do not take a reading while the patient is and or talking Wait 30 minutes after any of the following situations before taking a measurement 4 When the ear has been covered 4 After the patient has been exercising swimming or taking a bath 4 When the patient has been exposed to extreme temperature 3 To take accurate readings the ear must be free from excess earwax build up 22 Recalling the Memory Your thermometer stores 10 recent readings in the memory Step 1 Be sure the thermometer is OFF before recalling this memory Step 2 Press the On Memory button to turn on the thermometer Step 3 Press the On Memory button for 3 seconds to enter memory mode Each time you press the On Memory button a result will be displayed in the order of dates latest result shown first together with and number from 1 to 10 When the memory is full the oldest result is deleted as the new one added When the last record is displayed in the LCD press On Memory button again to return the first record Step 4 Exit the memory Press the Scan button and LCD will show latest results with flashing mm Th
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