Omron Gentle Temp 720, Manual

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3. Using the Unit
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Surface Measurement Mode
Surface measurement mode shows the actual and unadjusted surface temperature of an object, which is different
from the body temperature. This mode can help you determine if the object temperature is suitable for a patient or
baby (such as baby milk).
The unit is set to forehead measurement mode as default. Follow the steps below to switch to surface
measurement mode.
1.
Press the ON/MEM button to turn on the unit.
2.
Press and hold the ON/MEM button. While holding it
down, press the START button.
The “ ” icon appears on the display.
3.
Move the unit close to the object and press the START button.
It measures continuously until the START button is released.
Notes:
• Move the probe lens as close to the object as possible when using in surface measurement
mode (1 cm apart is recommended). Do not apply the probe lens to the object directly.
• Surface measurement mode shows the surface result. The surface and internal temperature may be different.
Make sure it is safe when measuring an object with extremely high or low temperature.
• The display does not light up and the buzzer is off when using this mode.
• To switch to forehead measurement mode, go back to step 2 and make sure the icon changes to the icon.
• The unit automatically turns off if no operation is performed for 1 minute with the room temperature on the
display. To manually turn off the unit, you can press and hold the ON/MEM button until “OFF” appears on the
display.
• Surface measurement mode is not intended for body temperature measurement or medical use.
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