UNDERARM (AXILLARY) USE
1. Wipe the underarm with a towel.
2. Place the thermometer under the arm so the tip is touching the skin and
position the arm next to the body. With a young child, it is sometimes helpful
to hug the child to keep their arm next to their body. This helps hold the
thermometer steady and ensures that the room air does not affect the reading.
3. When the peak temperature is reached (usually 30 seconds) 10 beep signals
will sound and the “°F” sign will stop flashing and the display light will come on. The temperature is now ready
to read and will not change when the thermometer is removed.
4. Turn the thermometer off by pressing the On/Off button. If you forget to turn it off, the thermometer will
automatically turn off after approximately 9 minutes.
5. Wash the thermometer as recommended.
AUTOMATIC NIGHT GLOW DISPLAY
The night glow display works automatically as you turn your Vicks thermometer on or off. When turned on, the
display will glow for 5 seconds to illuminate the last temperature taken and the ready display. When you turn off the
thermometer, the display will glow again, illuminating the temperature reading for 4 seconds.
TO RECALL THE LAST TEMPERATURE
When the thermometer is turned on, the last measured temperature will be shown on the LCD display with the letter
“M” shown under the degree sign for approximately 2 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.
After cleaning, cover thermometer with the storage cap and store in a dry place.
CHANGING THE BATTERIES
The Vicks Rectal 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 side of the thermometer and remove the battery
with a non-metallic instrument.
2. Replace with a type SR41 (long life), LR41, or equivalent, making sure the positive (+) side is facing the back of
the thermometer.
3. Replace battery cover. Your thermometer is now ready for use.
4. Carefully discard the old battery. Keep out of reach of young children, elderly and pets.
SPECIFICATIONS
Battery Life:
More than 200 hours of continuous operation.
Accuracy:
+/- 0.2°F between 96.0-107.0°F at room temperature of 71.0°F.
Temperature Range: 90.0°-109.9°F. If less than 90.0°F a “- - -” is displayed. If more than 109.9°F an “H” is displayed.
Beeper:
Unit will beep for approximately 8 seconds when peak temperature is reached.
TEST PROTOCOL
(Laboratory 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 10 seconds), record the temperature reading.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Your Vicks Rectal 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 Rectal Thermometer, we will repair or replace it, at our option,
free during the three 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 will provide further
instruction on how to correct the trouble yourself or will ask you to return the thermometer for repair
or replacement.
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Manufacturing Quality Healthcare Products for Over 75 Years
KAZ USA, Inc. • Kaz Consumer Relations • 250 Turnpike Road, Southborough, MA 01772 • www.kaz.com
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 U.S. Patent D523, 763. Other patents pending.
©2012 KAZ USA, Inc.
Made and Printed in China.
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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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