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The temperature range of this ear thermometer is 50° F (10°
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The unit will display “Err” if the operating temperature is not within the permissible range for measurement (see details in technical section of this manual) (Figure 9).
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7. The unit will automatically turn off after 30 seconds of
IMPORTANT NOTES REGARDING
TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT
•The measurement results that users receive are for reference only. If users have any health concerns, please consult a physician.
•It is not necessary to perform an “ear tug” or pull on the ear before taking a temperature measurement.
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•For additional measurements, users should wait at least 5 seconds between readings to ensure accuracy.
•Use the ear thermometer at room temperature, as extremes in environmental temperature can impact accuracy.
Unit should be stored at room temperature. Before use, the unit must be at room temperature for at least 30 minutes.
•Clean the waterproof probe with a cotton swab moistened with alcohol between readings. Always keep rubbing alcohol/cleaners away from children.
•It is recommended that you take multiple readings (three or more) in the same ear and use the highest reading in the following special circumstances:
•When taking the temperature of an infant younger than three months.
•When taking the temperature of children under the age of three who have special conditions, such as compromised immune systems, and for whom the absence or presence of a fever is critical.
•When you are first learning how to use this ear thermometer and until you are obtaining consistent readings.
Note: Slight temperature variations may be observed (+/- 0.3 – 0.5°F or +/- 0.2 – 0.3°C) in consecutive measurements. This is common to all types of thermometers.
•Always take the temperature in the same ear, as readings may differ from one ear to another.
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