maniquick MQ 160, Operating Instruction

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5. Changing between Body and Object Mode
For changing from body to object mode, slide the mode switch at the
side of the thermometer downwards. For switching back to body mode,
slide the switch up again.
6. Directions for Use
Measuring in Body Mode
• Press the ON/OFF button . The display is activated to show all
segments for 2 seconds.
• The last measurement reading will automatically be shown on the
display for 2 seconds with the «M» icon .
• When the «°C» or «°F» icon is flashing, a beep sound is heard and
the thermometer is ready for measurement .
• Aim the thermometer at the center of the forehead with a
distance of no more than 5 cm. If the forehead is covered with
hair, sweat or dirt, please remove the obstacle beforehand to
improve the reading accuracy.
•
Press the START button and steadily move the thermometer
from the middle of the forehead to the temple area (about 1 cm
above the eyebrow).
• After 3 seconds a long beep will verify the completion of
measurement. If the temple area hasn’t been reached before the
long beep is heard, repeat the measurement as described above,
but move the thermometer a little faster.
• Read the recorded temperature from the LCD display.
Measuring in Object Mode
• Follow steps 1-3 above, then aim the thermometer at the center of
the object you want to measure with a distance of no more than 5
cm. Press the START button . After 3 seconds a long beep will
verify the completion of measurement.
• Read the recorded temperature from the LCD display.
NOTE:
• Patients and thermometer should stay in steadystate room
condition for at least 30 minutes.
• Don’t take a measurement while or immediately after nursing a
baby.