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The Braun ThermoScan thermometer has been carefully developed for accurate,
safe and fast human body temperature measurements in the ear. The shape of
the thermometer prevents it from being inserted too far into the ear canal to damage
the eardrum.
However, as with any thermometer, proper technique is critical to obtaining
accurate temperatures. Therefore, please read all instructions carefully and
thoroughly before using this product and keep the manual handy for future
reference.
Important
• The operating ambient temperature range for this thermometer is 50 °F to 104 °F
(10 °C to 40 °C).
• Do not expose the thermometer to temperature extremes below - 4 °F or over 122 °F
( - 20 / 50 °C) or excessive humidity ( > 95 % RH non-condensing).
• This thermometer must only be used with genuine Braun ThermoScan Lens Filters
(LF 40). Never use this thermometer without a new, clean lens filter attached.
• If the thermometer is ever accidentally used without a lens filter attached, clean
the lens (see «Care and cleaning»).
• Always store thermometer in travel case, protective cover or plastic case.
• Basic safety precautions should always be observed, especially when using
the thermometer on or near children and disabled persons.
• Keep lens filters out of reach of children.
• This thermometer is intended for home use only.
• Use of this thermometer is not intended as a substitute for consultation with
your physician.
• Do not leave thermometer or lens filters with infants or children at any time.
How does Braun ThermoScan work?
The Braun ThermoScan thermometer measures the infrared heat
generated by the eardrum and surrounding tissue. To help ensure
accuracy, the thermometer «scans» by taking 8 measurements in
just one second and displaying the highest temperature.
The displayed ThermoScan temperature is the actual measured
ear canal temperature plus a mathematical adjustment to approximate
the familiar oral range. However, this is not necessarily the same as
an oral temperature measured at the same time.
Why measure in the ear?
The goal of thermometry is to measure core body temperature,
which is the temperature of the vital organs. Clinical studies have
shown that the ear is an excellent site to measure body temperature,
since ear temperatures reflect core body temperature. The eardrum
shares blood supply with the temperature control center in the brain,
the hypothalamus, allowing changes in body temperature to be
reflected sooner in the ear than at other sites.
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