Vicks V-977F-eme, Quick Start Manual

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2. Important safety instructions
• Never use the thermometer for purposes other than those it has been intended for. Please follow the general
safety precautions when using on children.
• Never immerse the Forehead Thermometer into water or other liquids (not waterproof). For
cleaning and disinfecting please follow the instructions in the “Cleaning and Storage” section.
• Keep the instrument away from direct exposure to the sun and keep it in a dust-free, dry area at a temperature
between 16°- 40°C.
• Do not use the thermometer if there are signs of damage on the measuring sensor or on the instrument itself. If
damaged, do not attempt to repair the instrument!
• This Forehead Thermometer consists of high-quality precision parts. Do not drop the instrument. Protect it from
severe impact and shock. Do not twist the instrument or the measuring sensor.
• The thermometer is only suitable for the measurement of body temperature. The use of this thermometer is not
intended as a substitute for consultation with your doctor. The thermometer is initially calibrated at the time of
manufacture. If this thermometer is used according to the use instructions, the accuracy of measurements will
not be aff ected.
WARNING:
• Use of this Forehead Thermometer is not intended as a substitute for consultation with your
physician or pediatrician.
• Thermometer is not waterproof! Please NEVER immerse into liquids!
3. Product description
(see page 1)
(1) Start button (4) Memory button
(2) Sensor (5) Battery cover
(3) LCD display (6) Protective sensor cap
4. How the Forehead Thermometer measures body temperature
The Forehead Thermometer measures infrared energy emitted from the skin above of the eyebrow area and the
surrounding tissue. This energy is collected through the lens and converted to a temperature value. Temperature
readings obtained by scanning above the eyebrow area will provide the greatest accuracy.
The Forehead Thermometer has been laboratory tested and proven to be safe and accurate when
used in accordance with its operating instruction manual.
5. Control displays and symbols
LCD display Display meaning Description
Self check ensures a proper
functioning
Press the Start button
to turn on the unit, all
segments will be shown for
2 seconds.
Recall of last reading The last reading will be
shown on the display
automatically for 3 seconds.
Ready to measure The unit is ready for the
measurement, the °C or °F
icon will keep fl ashing.
Measurement complete The reading will be shown
on the LCD display with the
˙C or ˙F icon fl ashing, the
unit is ready again for the
next measurement.
Low battery indication When the unit is turned on,
the battery icon will keep
fl ashing to remind the user
to replace the batteries.