General Care & Important Information; Cleaning & Storage - MABIS Healthcare 18-607-000 Manual De Instrucciones

General Care & Important Information
Your Deluxe Instant Ear Thermometer measures the heat radiated from the
eardrum and the surrounding tissue. This energy is transferred through the
probe and converted into a single temperature value. Although readings
taken from the eardrum (tympanic membrane) can provide the most
accurate readings, improper technique can generate lower readings,
resulting in a misdiagnosed fever.
1. The thermometer should only be used under the supervision of
an adult.
2. Earwax in the ear canal may cause an inaccurate reading. Consult your
healthcare professional for proper removal and ear cleaning
procedures.
3. Do not use excessive force to insert probe into ear.
4. Do not use if ear canal is wet or if infection is present.
5. Ear measurements are comparable to oral measurements. Remember
temperatures can vary from 97.0°F to 99.0°F (36.1°C to 37.2°C) and
still may be considered 'normal'. Time of day, level of activity, exercise
and other activities can attribute to variations in temperature. However,
unlike oral temperatures, factors such as smoking, talking and drinking
do not affect ear measurements.
6. Do not walk or run during temperature taking.
7. Clean the probe tip before and after each use.
8. Store the unit in the protective case when not in use.
9. Do not touch the probe with fingers.
10. Do not store the unit where it will be exposed to direct sunlight, dust or
humidity. Avoid extreme temperatures.
11. Dropping or subjecting your thermometer to strong shocks should
be avoided.
12. Do not attempt to disassemble the unit, except to replace the battery.
13. If measurement is not attainable, the unit must be replaced.
NOTE: Performance of the device may be degraded if: operated outside of
stated temperature and humidity range; stored outside of stated
temperature and humidity range; thermometer undergoes mechanical shock
(drop); patient temperature is below ambient temperature.
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Cleaning & Storage
To ensure accurate measurements, clean the probe lens before and after
each use. Fingerprints and earwax can cause inaccurate readings.
To Clean:
• Use an alcohol swab or a soft cotton
swab moistened with alcohol (70%
Isopropyl) to the thermometer casing
and probe lens, Figs. 1-3. Do not use
paper towels. The fibers may scratch
the lens.
• Make sure that liquid does not enter
the interior of the thermometer.
• Never use abrasive cleaning agents,
thinners or gasoline for cleaning.
• Do not immerse into water or other
cleaning liquids.
To Store:
• Remove the battery if the thermometer will not
be used for an extended period of time.
• Store in a sun-free and dust-free, dry area
at a temperature between 68°F – 122°F
(20°C – 50°C).
• Protect the thermometer from severe impact or
shock. Keep stored in the protective storage
case.
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
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