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TO RECALL THE LAST TEMPERATURE

With the thermometer turned off, press and hold on/off button for 1.5 seconds. The last reading will show in the display 
with the letter "M" shown under the degree sign for approximately 3 seconds.

CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS

•   Clean the sensor area of the thermometer only by washing with soap and warm water or rubbing alcohol  

(70% isopropyl alcohol).

•   Wipe dry with soft cloth.
•   DO NOT SUBMERGE THE READOUT DISPLAY OF THE THERMOMETER IN WATER. This will cause the thermometer  

to no longer function properly.

•   DO NOT BOIL OR CLEAN IN DISHWASHER. This will cause the thermometer to no longer function and will  

void the warranty.

•   Do not wash the unit with any thinner or chemical solvent.

CHANGING THE BATTERIES

The Vicks Underarm Digital Thermometer features a long life battery. When the “

” appears in the lower right of the 

display, the battery is exhausted and needs replacing.

1.

   With a coin or screwdriver, release cover lock located on the back of the thermometer and remove the battery with a 

non-metallic instrument.

2.

   Carefully discard the old battery. Keep out of reach of young children, elderly and pets.

3.

   Replace with a type SR41 (long life), LR41, or equivalent, making sure the positive (+) side is facing the back  

of the thermometer.

4.

   Replace battery cover. Your thermometer is now ready for use.

SPECIFICATIONS

Battery Life: 

 

       More than 200 hours of continuous operation. (approx. 2 years if used 10 minutes  

 

 

       per day, every day).

Accuracy: 

 

       +/- 0.2°F between 96.0-107.0°F at room temperature of 71.0°F.

Temperature Range:   

       90.0°-108.0°F. If less than 90.0°F an “L” is displayed. If more than 108.0°F  

 

 

       an “H” is displayed.

Beeper: 

 

       Unit will beep for approximately 8 seconds when peak temperature is reached.

Operating Temperature: 

       10°C to 40°C (50°F  to 104°F) 

Storage Temperature: 

       –25°C to 55°C (-13°F to 131°F), humidity of 15% to 95% (noncondensing).

Battery: 

 

       1.5V/1.55V, SR41/LR41

TEST PROTOCOL (Laboratory liquid bath use only)

1.

  

Place thermometer into a stable liquid bath with a temperature set above 95°F. The tip of the thermometer should be 
approximately 0.8 inches (2cm) below the surface.

2.

  Wait for 10 seconds, then turn thermometer on by pressing the blue “On / Off” button.

3.

  

When the measurement is completed (approximately 30 seconds), record the temperature reading and reduce  
2 degrees Fahrenheit from the number displayed on the thermometer.

ONE YEAR WARRANTY

Your Vicks Underarm Digital Thermometer is durable and manufactured for normal, household use. Following directions 
carefully will ensure years of dependable operation. If for any reason (other than misuse or normal battery replacement) 
you are dissatisfied with your Vicks Underarm Digital Thermometer, we will repair or replace it, at our option, free during 
the one year warranty period. Modification to the product by the consumer is not authorized and voids the warranty.
If the thermometer does not function properly, first check the battery. Replace it if necessary. If repair is necessary 
call our Consumer Relations Department at 1-800-477-0457 or write to Kaz USA, Inc. Consumer Relations Department, 
250 Turnpike Road, Southborough, MA 01772 USA, or e-mail [email protected], explaining just how the 
thermometer is improperly working. Our consumer service representative

REFERENCE TO STANDARDS 

Device Standard: 

 

       Device corresponds to the requirements of the standard for electronic thermometers 

                              

 

       ASTM E 1112 [as required for predictive mode]

                              

 

       EN12470-3 

                              

 

       IEC 60601-1  

                              

 

       IEC 60601-1-2 

Electromagnetic Compatibility:   Device fulfills the stipulations of the standard IEC 60601-1-2.

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Kaz USA, Inc. • Southborough, MA 01772 • www.kaz.com/vicks
This product is distributed by Kaz USA, Inc. under license from The Procter & Gamble Company.  

Vicks and other associated trademarks are owned by The Procter & Gamble Company.
Protected by US patents 7,213,969 B2 and D525,886.
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Kaz USA, Inc.
Made and printed in China

 BF Type applied part.                      

 Consult Instructions for Use

Battery may contain mercury, dispose of properly.  

To protect the environment, dispose of empty batteries at appropriate collection sites according 

to national or local regulations. Keep out of reach of young children, elderly and pets.

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