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Please read these instructions carefully to ensure accurate  

temperatures and safe operation.

I. WHAT IS A BASAL TEMPERATURE?

A basal temperature is the normal body temperature of a healthy person immediately upon 

awakening after a restful night's sleep. More precisely, it is the body temperature measured under 

so-called "basal conditions" (12 hours after eating, after a restful sleep, no exercise, no emotional 

excitement, normal room temperature).

For optimum accuracy, your basal temperature should be taken at the same time every morning 

upon waking. Changes in basal temperature are related to changes in the female reproductive 

cycle. By taking your basal temperature daily and charting it, you can notice slight changes and 

patterns. These charts of your basal temperature, in addition to other information, can help you 

understand your menstrual cycle and ovulation.The basal temperature method can be used to help 

in family planning. Charting of temperature and prediction of ovulation can be used to time sexual 

intercourse during fertile days to aid in increasing the likelihood of pregnancy.

II. CHARTING YOUR BASAL TEMPERATURE

By charting your basal temperature daily, you can see a pattern and notice the changes that 

occur in every ovulation cycle. You can record your basal temperature on the enclosed charts.

Keeping a charted record for at least three months will usually provide the information you need 

to determine your approximate day of ovulation during a regular menstrual cycle. Most women 

keep both the Ovulation Digital Thermometer and Temperature Tracking Chart at their bedsides 

for convenience.

RX555

OVULATION DIGITAL THERMOMETER

INSTRUCTIONS AND CHARTS 

Summary of Contents for RX555

Page 1: ...e charts of your basal temperature in addition to other information can help you understand your menstrual cycle and ovulation The basal temperature method can be used to help in family planning Charting of temperature and prediction of ovulation can be used to time sexual intercourse during fertile days to aid in increasing the likelihood of pregnancy II CHARTING YOUR BASAL TEMPERATURE By chartin...

Page 2: ...ormed Figure 1 indicates what appears on the display The thermometer will then display the last temperature taken Then at an ambient temperature of less than 32 C an L and a flashing C appears on the display The thermometer is now ready for use FUNCTION TEST Proper functioning of the thermometer is tested automatically each time it is turned on If a malfunction is detected measurement inaccuracy t...

Page 3: ...OTHER OBSERVATIONS cervix changes breast changes abdominal pain mood changes sick days SITUATIONS THAT CAN ALTER TEMPERATURE sore throat vomiting activity cold flu diarrhea travelling fever anxiety toothache sunburn medications alcohol blanket sleep disturbances Use the following symbols to mark your chart X YOUR PERIOD DAILY TEMPERATURE READING INTERCOURSE ...

Page 4: ...OTHER OBSERVATIONS cervix changes breast changes abdominal pain mood changes sick days SITUATIONS THAT CAN ALTER TEMPERATURE sore throat vomiting activity cold flu diarrhea travelling fever anxiety toothache sunburn medications alcohol blanket sleep disturbances Use the following symbols to mark your chart X YOUR PERIOD DAILY TEMPERATURE READING INTERCOURSE ...

Page 5: ... see steps 4 5 and 6 above Once used rectally the thermometer should not be used orally for sanitary reasons VAGINAL METHOD Please seek guidance from your health care professional V RECORDING BASAL TEMPERATURE Please refer to the sample recording and blank temperature tracking charts enclosed Prepare your chart following the example Day 1 for each cycle is the first day of menstruation your Period...

Page 6: ...sal temperature changes is known as the Basal Temperature Method By monitoring the basal temperature changes couples in conjunction with their physician or family planning counselor may be able to determine when ovulation takes place Monitoring other symptoms such as cervical mucus changes can assist in determining the fertile days prior to ovulation When temperature changes are used in conjunctio...

Page 7: ...OTHER OBSERVATIONS cervix changes breast changes abdominal pain mood changes sick days SITUATIONS THAT CAN ALTER TEMPERATURE sore throat vomiting activity cold flu diarrhea travelling fever anxiety toothache sunburn medications alcohol blanket sleep disturbances Use the following symbols to mark your chart X YOUR PERIOD DAILY TEMPERATURE READING INTERCOURSE ...

Page 8: ... OTHER OBSERVATIONS cervix changes breast changes abdominal pain mood changes sick days SITUATIONS THAT CAN ALTER TEMPERATURE sore throat vomiting activity cold flu diarrhea travelling fever anxiety toothache sunburn medications alcohol blanket sleep disturbances Use the following symbols to mark your chart X YOUR PERIOD DAILY TEMPERATURE READING INTERCOURSE ...

Page 9: ...e suppresses further ovulation The progesterone continues to build the vaginal lining and maintains it after ovulation It also causes the basal temperature to rise and the cervical mucus to thicken so much that it appears to dry up Ovarian progesterone secretion continues for approximately 14 days When it stops the inner lining of the uterus can no longer be maintained so it is discharged off in a...

Page 10: ...nd the scope of this booklet Your Ovulation digital thermometer only helps you determine when ovulation has occurred Calculating infertile periods involves other bodily signs in addition to temperature change and requires professional guidance when avoidance of pregnancy is your objective THIS PRODUCT IS NOT FOR CONTRACEPTIVE USE X Specifications Measurement Range 32 00 C to 42 99 C Measurement Ac...

Page 11: ...OTHER OBSERVATIONS cervix changes breast changes abdominal pain mood changes sick days SITUATIONS THAT CAN ALTER TEMPERATURE sore throat vomiting activity cold flu diarrhea travelling fever anxiety toothache sunburn medications alcohol blanket sleep disturbances Use the following symbols to mark your chart X YOUR PERIOD DAILY TEMPERATURE READING INTERCOURSE ...

Page 12: ...HER OBSERVATIONS cervix changes breast changes abdominal pain mood changes sick days SITUATIONS THAT CAN ALTER TEMPERATURE sore throat vomiting activity cold flu diarrhea travelling fever anxiety toothache sunburn medications alcohol blanket sleep disturbances Use the following symbols to mark your chart X YOUR PERIOD DAILY TEMPERATURE READING INTERCOURSE ...

Page 13: ...bols to mark your chart X YOUR PERIOD DAILY TEMPERATURE READING INTERCOURSE 7 XIII Two Year Warranty If this product proves to be defective in material or workmanship within two years of purchase please return it to the address below It will be repaired or replaced without charge upon receipt of the unit prepaid with 5 00 to cover handling packaging and return postage Please include proof of purch...

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