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Temporal

Scanner

2000C

EXERGEN

Quick Check-List:

- Read instructions completely

before using

- See www.temporalscanner.com

for Educational Video

- Remove protective cap before using
- Reads arterial temperature, which is

a core temperature very close to
rectal temperature (See pg. 9)

- Sensor should be clean (See pg. 12)
- If perspiration is present see pg. 7

Temporal Artery Thermometer

Instructions For Use

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Summary of Contents for Temporal Scanner 2000C

Page 1: ...w temporalscanner com for Educational Video Remove protective cap before using Reads arterial temperature which is a core temperature very close to rectal temperature See pg 9 Sensor should be clean S...

Page 2: ...where it will not become excessively cold 4 F 20 C or hot 122 F 50 C z The thermometer is not shockproof Do not drop it or expose it to electrical shocks z This thermometer is not intended to be ster...

Page 3: ...ng maximum ease of use with quick consistently accurate measurements Advanced patented technology measures temperatures with a gentle stroke across the forehead The TemporalScanner Thermometer has bee...

Page 4: ...skin surface to provide access needed to take an accurate measurement It is easy to use because it is ideally located at the front portion of the forehead The TemporalScanner is easier and gentler to...

Page 5: ...g Beep and LED flashing indicate a rise to a higher temperature similar to a radar detector Slow beeping indicates that the instrument is still scanning but not finding any higher temper atures z Reta...

Page 6: ...g of the skin z An infant is frequently swaddled in blankets and clothing covering the neck area Unless visibly sweaty one measurement at the TA area is typically all that is required Should you feel...

Page 7: ...elease the button and read the temperature Note Normally the artery behind the ear lobe does not provide a sufficiently accurate reading However this area is less affected by sweating than the fore he...

Page 8: ...in contact with the skin until you reach the hairline You will hear a beeping and a red light will blink to indicate a measurement is taking place If perspiration is present continue to hold but ton...

Page 9: ...ld be consulted in the following situations where fever is present vomiting diarrhea changes in appetite activity or breathing or with children who are irritable lethargic or unusually sleepy Normal T...

Page 10: ...igher than oral temperature 6 Expect the Differences Arterial temperature measurement leads all other methods in identifying fever or falling of an elevated temperature and is unaffected by activities...

Page 11: ...g for Baby and Young Child Birth to Age 5 American Academy of Pediatrics Bantam 1999 4 Keith R Powell M D Dr Noah Miller Chair of Pediatrics Children s Hospital Medical Center of Akron and Professor a...

Page 12: ...ipe with a small cloth or swab moistened with alcohol z Hold upside down to prevent excess moisture from entering the sensor area It will not harm the sensor but if it becomes too wet you will be unab...

Page 13: ...battery to measure correct temperature Replace battery Remove the battery compartment door by pushing down on the ridges with your thumb and pushing away as indicated Use both thumbs if necessary Ins...

Page 14: ...e used The temperature of the thermometer is lower than 60 F 15 5 C Let instrument acclimatize for about 30 minutes in a warmer area in which it will be used EMI RFI like static on a radio protection...

Page 15: ...readings Size 7 0 in x 1 75 in x 1 25 in 17 8 cm x 4 45 cm x 3 18 cm Weight 4 5 oz 130 grams incl batt Display Type High contrast LCD Construction Method Impact resistant casing hermetically sealed se...

Page 16: ...imply call Exergen Corporation Customer Service 617 923 9900 for a Return Material Authorization number RMA Then send the product postage or shipping prepaid to Exergen in accordance with the instruct...