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INDICATIONS FOR USE
It is important to remember that the body temperature reading depends and
varies on the site where it is measured. For this reason, the measurement site
must always be consistent in order to ensure that a correct temperature
reading is recorded.
IN THE MOUTH (ORAL)
There are different heat zones in the mouth. As a general rule, the oral
temperature is 0.3°C to 0.8°C (0.5-2°F) lower than the rectal temperature.
1.
Place the thermometer tip to the left or right of the root of the
tongue. (The thermometer tip must have constant contact with the
tissue and be placed under the tongue in the heat pocket at the
back of the tongue during the reading)
2.
Keep your mouth closed during the entirety of the reading and
breathe evenly through the nose.
3.
Press the power button once and let it go to begin the reading.
(Approximately reading time is between 15 and 19 seconds).
4.
One the temperature has been constant within 0.1°C for 4
seconds the thermometer will beep four times.
5.
Remove the thermometer and record the reading.
IN THE ARMPIT (AXILLARY)
Placing the thermometer in the armpit provides a measurement of core body
temperature which can fluctuate by 0.5°C to 1.5°C (1-3°F) from rectal
temperature readings in adults.
1.
Place the thermometer tip between your armpit and your body.
(The thermometer tip must have constant contact with the tissue
during the reading.)
2.
Please ensure your arm is held tightly to your body the entire time.
(Do not allow your armpit to cool prior to testing)
3.
Press the power button once and let it go to begin the reading.
(approximately reading time is between 23 and 29 seconds)
