5. For rectum measurement
When correctly used your thermometer is able to accurately measure
the temperature in the Rectal in
approximately 5 seconds
.
a.
Move the two cheeks of the buttocks somewhat apart with one hand
and carefully introduce the measuring tip not more than 1.5cm (less for
babies and small children) in the rectum. A lubricant (cream) can be
used if required.
b.
The measuring tip must be in complete contact with the mucus
membrane. Do not move the measuring tip so as not to injure the
mucous membrane. Holding the measuring tip still guarantees rapid
and accurate measurement.
6.
While measuring the temperature the LCD display following. These
indicate that measuring is in progress.
Note:
If the measuring tip is moved during the measuring process, the
measuring time is extended in order to enable accurate temperature
measurement.
7.
Once the final measured temperature has been obtained
five short
beep are heard
and green back light is on for 5 seconds if the read-
ing below 99.5°F (37.5°C), or red back light is on for 5 seconds if the
reading is above 99.5°F (37.5°C) with 15 short beep sound.
8.
To switch off the thermometer, briefly press the O/I button.
If this is not done, the thermometer switches off automatically after
approximately 3 and half minutes.
MEASURING THE TEMPERATURE (CONT.)
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CONTROL DISPLAYS AND SYMBOLS
All segments displayed
All segments displayed
Press the O/I button to turn
on the unit. All segments
will be shown for 2
seconds.
Press the O/I button to turn
on the unit. All segments
will be shown for 2
seconds.
Recall of last reading
Recall of last reading
Show last reading
for 2 seconds
Show last reading
for 2 seconds
Probe detection
Probe detection
The device detects which
probe is used and
displays the body site
icon.
The device detects which
probe is used and
displays the body site
icon.
Ready-for-measurement
Ready-for-measurement
Ready-for-measurement
Ready-for-measurement
Completion of
a measurement
Completion of
a measurement
5 short beeps and then
green backlight on for
5 seconds when the
temperature is lower than
99.5°F (37.5C)
5 short beeps and then
green backlight on for
5 seconds when the
temperature is lower than
99.5°F (37.5C)
Completion of a
measurement by
regular mode
Completion of a
measurement by
regular mode
During measurement, if
irregular action such as
movement of the body
which produce abnormal
data is detected, the
device will enter regular
measurement mode with
the body icon
disappeared and one
beeper alarm.
During measurement, if
irregular action such as
movement of the body
which produce abnormal
data is detected, the
device will enter regular
measurement mode with
the body icon
disappeared and one
beeper alarm.
5
LCD Display
Display Meaning
Description
BATTERY WARNING:
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Do not mix alkaline, standard, or rechargable batteries.
• Remove batteries when product is stored for long periods of
time or when batteries are exhausted.
• Dispose of exhausted batteries properly.
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