4. Gently pull child’s outer ear. Then straighten ear canal as
shown so the middle ear is clearly visible.
• Children under 1 year: Pull the ear straight backwards.
• Children 1 year and older: Pull the ear backwards and up-
wards.
5. While you are holding the ear in this position, gently insert
the measuring probe into the ear.
• When the thermometer is properly positioned in the ear, a
second dashed line will appear. When the device is ready
for measurement, a third dashed line will appear. You will
hear a second beep sound and the indicator light will flash
green.
6. Press and release the start button to read temperature.
When the measurement is finished, there will be a third
beep, indicating the measurement is complete.
• At 99.5°F (37.5°C), there will be 10 short, acoustic signals to
indicate there is an elevated temperature.
