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5. Using the Thermometer
The Thermometer must be calibrated at least once every two years, contact your
service personnel when calibration is necessary
Use only speci
fi
ed protective lens covers
The protective lens cover is single-use. Repeated use might give rise to cross
infection.
The protective lens cover must be used when measuring, if not, it might cause
cross infection or inaccurate readings.
Before use, check whether the cover is free from damage, if not, don’t use.
Handle the thermometer with care, it should be stored in the cradle when not in
use.
Discard the protective lens cover in accordance with the local regulations.
During the monitoring process, the temperature measuring instrument will
automatically check itself once per hour. Self-checking will last 2 seconds, and
will not affect the normal working of the temperature monitor.
Measurments are sent via a wireless connection established between the thermometer
and the main unit.
Both items (Thermometer and unit) must be paired to enable data transfer.
5.1 Temperature Measurement
1. Install a new protective lens cover to the thermometer.
2. When
correctly
fi
tted, the
icon changes to
.
3. Position the patient with their head moved to one side, gently pull the ear backward
to straighten the ear canal. Gently place the sensor into the ear canal.
Description of
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ols, Indica
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s, Symbols and Displays