Exergen TAT-5000 manual Important Safety Instructions

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Important Safety Instructions

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When using the product, especially when children are present, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

￿If you have any additional questions regarding use or care of the thermometer, please see www.exergen.com or call customer service at 617-923-9900.

￿Use this product only for its intended use as described in this manual.

￿Do not take temperature over scar tissue, open sores or abrasions.

￿The operating environmental temperature range for this product is 60 to 104°F (15.5 to 40°C).

￿Always store this thermometer in a clean, dry place where it will not become excessively cold (-4°F/-20°C), or hot (122°F/50°C).

￿The thermometer is not shockproof. Do not drop it or expose it to electrical shocks.

￿Do not Autoclave - Please note cleaning and sterilizing procedures in this manual.

￿Do not use this thermometer if it is not working properly, if it has been exposed to temperature extremes, damaged, been subject to electrical shocks or immersed in water.

￿There are no parts that you can service yourself except for the battery, which you should replace when low following the instructions in this manual. For service, repair, or adjustments, return your thermometer to Exergen.

￿Never drop or insert any object into any opening.

￿If your thermometer will not be used regularly, remove the battery to prevent possible damage due to chemical leakage. If the battery leaks, remove carefully. Do not allow bare skin to touch leaking fluid.

￿Dispose of used batteries properly. Do not wrap them in metal or aluminum foil. Wrap them in newspaper before disposing of them. Do not burn them. Battery may explode if overheated.

￿Not suitable for use in the presence of flammable anaesthetic mixtures.

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Contents TemporalScannerTM ExergenPage Important Safety Instructions Product Map On ButtonProbe Cone Probe Lens Method Why the Temporal ArteryIntroduction Introduction to Temporal Artery ThermometryTable of Contents Before Using, Familiarize Yourself with the Instrument Familiarize Yourself with the InstrumentScan Things To Know Before Taking Temperatures Using on an InfantPractice Holding Your TemporalScanner Basics of Using the TemporalScanner Using the TemporalScannerUsing the TemporalScanner on a New Mother Using the TemporalScanner on a New MotherTemping Baby in Bassinette, Open Crib, or with Mom Using the TemporalScanner on an InfantFrequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked QuestionsHow does the TemporalScanner compare to our old method? Why not use only the area behind the ear lobe?What are the benefits of using temporal artery thermometry? What is arterial temperature?Conditions that could affect a reading Memorable solutions?Their solutions False low readingsWhat should I know about the instrument? Disposable Cover OptionsGeneral Rule of Thumb Guidelines for Patient Temperature AssessmentGuidelines for Patient Temperature Assessment Normal Body Temperature BTReferences Primary Points Determining a Fever ThresholdThreshold Defining Fever Threshold for Fever WorkupAn Overview of Temperature Measuring Sites Body Sites for Temperature AssessmentTympanic Membrane and Ear Temperature Reproducibility of Readings Reproducibility in Temperature MeasurementHot Blood or Cold Blood? Normal TemperatureForgotten Physiology FeverPerspiration For Kids Only Places to measure your temperatureCare and Maintenance For F/C Conversion MaintenanceCare Instructions for Fahrenheit or Celsius ConversionNormal body temperature range, otherwise Calibration Verification ProcedureUsing the Portable Blackbody Portable BlackbodyCalibration Verifier Repair If repair is required Verifier SpecificationsPage Page Exergen
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