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10  Using the thermometer

CareTemp™ Touch Free Thermometer

Содержание CareTemp Touch Free

Страница 1: ...CareTemp Touch Free Thermometer Directions for use ...

Страница 2: ...2018Welch Allyn or its vendors All rights are reserved The software is protected by United States of America copyright laws and international treaty provisions applicable worldwide Under such laws the licensee is entitled to use the copy of the software incorporated with this instrument as intended in the operation of the product in which it is embedded The software may not be copied decompiled re...

Страница 3: ...ll a measurement 9 Use the timer 9 Change the temperature scale 9 Troubleshooting and error messages 11 Maintenance 13 Replace the batteries 13 Clean and disinfect the thermometer 13 Calibration testing 14 Disposal 14 Specifications 17 Guidance and manufacturer s declaration 19 EMC compliance 19 Emissions and immunity information 19 Warranty 25 iii ...

Страница 4: ...iv Contents CareTemp Touch Free Thermometer ...

Страница 5: ...ections for use DFU A copy of the DFU is available on this website A printed copy of the DFU can be ordered from Welch Allyn for delivery within 7 calendar days Meets essential requirements of European Medical Device Directive 93 42 EEC Shipping storing and environment symbols Temperature limits Keep dry This device shall be disposed of in accordance with national laws after its useful life Fragil...

Страница 6: ...ating a button press Three beeps indicating the completion of a process Two second beep indicating an error Battery level indicators 100 to 76 percent of useable battery capacity remaining Approximately 3 300 measurements 75 to 51 percent of useable battery capacity remaining Approximately 1 900 measurements 50 to 26 percent of useable battery capacity remaining Approximately 880 measurements 25 t...

Страница 7: ...Failure to understand and observe any caution statement in this manual could lead to damage to the equipment or other property or loss of patient data WARNING Patient safety The thermometer is designed for the intermittent measurement of the human body s temperature and can be used upon people of all ages The following recommendations must be carefully observed during the product s use Any activit...

Страница 8: ...ior authorization CAUTION In order to avoid incorrect measurements make sure that the lens on the thermometer s infrared sensor lens is clean and intact prior to use CAUTION Avoid touching the infrared sensor lens directly with your fingers CAUTION Do not expose the thermometer to extreme temperatures or humidity levels Make sure that you follow the instructions provided in this manual Do not expo...

Страница 9: ...by pointing the infrared sensor at the same area of the forehead Temperatures measured at different locations on the temples or on opposite sides of the head can vary considerably Note Holding the thermometer in your hands for too long or exposing the device to external heat sources could result in distorted temperature readings For this reason the body temperature reading could result as being hi...

Страница 10: ...6 Introduction CareTemp Touch Free Thermometer ...

Страница 11: ...Using the thermometer Button functions 1 Display 4 Memory 2 LED bar 5 C F Celsius Fahrenheit 3 Measure 6 Pulse timer 7 ...

Страница 12: ...ead The arrow on the display flashes until the correct distance is achieved Note After pressing Measure the thermometer allows 20 seconds to capture the measurement If you press Measure again before the 20 second time limit is up the process restarts If the measurement is not completed in 20 seconds the device displays Err Press Measure to restart the process 4 When the correct distance is reached...

Страница 13: ...ading will automatically move to memory when the thermometer turns off or a new measurement is initiated Use the timer 1 Press and release the Timer button The timer is activated Audible beeps sound at 0 15 45 and 60 seconds 2 Press the Timer button again to exit at any time After the full 60 second cycle the thermometer turns off automatically after 2 seconds Change the temperature scale 1 Press ...

Страница 14: ...10 Using the thermometer CareTemp Touch Free Thermometer ...

Страница 15: ...erature and wait 30 minutes for the thermometer to stabilize The measurement is lower than 93 2 F 34 C Take the measurement again Follow the steps in the Take a measurement section The measurement is higher than 109 4 F 43 C Take the measurement again Follow the steps in the Take a measurement section Flashing battery symbol on the display The battery is low on power Replace the battery with two A...

Страница 16: ...12 Troubleshooting and error messages CareTemp Touch Free Thermometer ...

Страница 17: ...ntermediate level of disinfection can be achieved using the following method CAUTION Never submerge the thermometer in water or any other liquid CAUTION Never use abrasive cleaning agents thinners or benzene for cleaning and never immerse the instrument in water or other cleaning liquids CAUTION Never insert a sharp object into the scanner area or any other open surface on the thermometer CAUTION ...

Страница 18: ...eriodically evaluated for compatibility If your cleaning agent is not listed contact Welch Allyn to determine if additional cleaning agents are approved for use Welch Allyn has validated these instructions as being capable of preparing the thermometer for re use You must ensure that cleaning and disinfection as actually performed by your personnel with your equipment and materials achieves the des...

Страница 19: ...ntains no hazardous materials Discard without environmental risk Remove the batteries before disposal Battery Dispose of empty batteries in accordance with national or local regulations Directions for use Maintenance 15 ...

Страница 20: ...16 Maintenance CareTemp Touch Free Thermometer ...

Страница 21: ...play four digits plus special icons Operating temperature 60 8 to 104 F 16 to 40 C Operating humidity Up to 85 non condensing Storage temperature 13 to 131 F 25 to 55 C Storage humidity Up to 85 non condensing Automatic power off Approximately 10 seconds after last measurement has been taken Battery 2 1 5V AAA LR03 Battery life 3 300 measurements Weight 100 5g with battery 78 0g without battery Di...

Страница 22: ...18 Specifications CareTemp Touch Free Thermometer ...

Страница 23: ...perate the central station in the presence of high frequency surgical equipment However it is good practice to avoid using the device in extremely close proximity to other equipment Emissions and immunity information Electromagnetic emissions The Welch Allyn CareTemp Touch Free Thermometer is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below The customer or user of the Welch Ally...

Страница 24: ...l environment Surge IEC 61000 4 5 1 kV differential mode 2 kV common mode Not applicable Mains power quality should be that of a typical commercial or hospital environment Voltage dips short interruptions and voltage variations on power supply input lines IEC 61000 4 11 5 UT 95 dip in UT for 0 5 cycle 40 UT 60 dip in UT for 5 cycles 70 UT 30 dip in UT for 25 cycles 5 UT 95 dip in UT for 5 s Not ap...

Страница 25: ...ng symbol Note 1 At 80 MHz and 800 MHz the higher frequency range applies Note 2 These guidelines may not apply in all situations Electromagnetic propagation is affected by absorption and reflection from structures objects and people a Field strengths from fixed transmitters such as base stations for radio cellular cordless telephones and land mobile radios amateur radio AM and FM radio broadcast ...

Страница 26: ...3 100 12 20 12 23 For transmitters rated at a maximum output power not listed above the recommended separation distance d in meters m can be estimated using the equation applicable to the frequency of the transmitter where P is the maximum output power rating of the transmitter in watts W according to the transmitter manufacturer Note 1 At 80 MHz and 800 MHz the separation distance for the higher ...

Страница 27: ...tion at 18 Hz may be used because while it does not represent actual modulation it would be worst case NOTE If necessary to achieve the IMMUNITY TEST LEVEL the distance between the transmitting antenna and the ME EQUIPMENT or ME SYSTEM may be reduced to 1 m The 1 m test distance is permitted by IEC 61000 4 3 The MANUFACTURER should consider reducing the minimum separation distance based on RISK MA...

Страница 28: ...24 Guidance and manufacturer s declaration CareTemp Touch Free Thermometer ...

Страница 29: ...g 2 use or maintenance contrary to labeled instructions 3 alteration or repair by anyone not authorized by Welch Allyn and 4 accidents Shipping cost to return a device to a Welch Allyn Service center is not included A service notification number must be obtained from Welch Allyn prior to returning any products or accessories to Welch Allyn s designated service centers for repair To obtain a servic...

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