Product Manual

ADTEMP
TM
HYPOTHERMIA THERMOMETER
With Fahrenheit or Celsius Reading
Congratulations on your purchase of the ADTEMP
TM
Hypothermia Thermometer. This thermometer conforms to all
requirements stated in EN 12470-3 and ASTM E1112. Please read the instructions carefully to ensure accurate
temperatures and safe operation. When used properly, this high quality product will give you years of accurate, dependable
service.
CARE AND SAFETY INFORMATION:
❑ Use of probe covers is recommended to help avoid spreading germs, and to keep the thermometer clean.
❑ Clean the thermometer tip and probe only using isopropyl alcohol or soap and water after each use.
❑ High, prolonged fever requires medical attention especially for young children. Please contact your physician.
❑ Do not allow children to take their temperatures unattended.
❑ Do not boil, bite, bend, drop or disassemble this thermometer.
❑ Do not dispose of this thermometer or its battery in fire. Please recycle the used battery
❑ Avoid taking temperature for 30 minutes after physical exercise, bathing, dining, and drinking hot or cold beverages.
❑ Always keep this thermometer away from direct sunlight, moisture, extreme temperature, and dirt while in use,
storage, or transport.
❑ Store the unit in the protective case while not in use.
❑ When the ambient temperature is greater than 35°C or 95°F, immerse the probe head in cold water for
approximately 5-10 seconds before normal temperature taking.
❑ Do not open the thermometer except to replace the battery.
❑ Do not allow children to walk or run during temperature taking. The rigid probe could present a hazard.
❑ Oral, underarm, and rectal temperatures vary by approximately 1°F (0.5°C).
❑ The manufacturer recommends verifying the accuracy by an authorized laboratory every two years.
SPECIFICATIONS:
❑ Measuring range: 26.0 °C - 43.9 °C or 78.0 °F - 111.9 °F
❑ Accuracy:
±
0.1 °C or
±
0.2 °F
❑ Power supply: 1 Button Battery 1.5 V LR41, AG3 or similar
❑ Weight/Dimensions: approx. 10.6g / 130mm x 15mm x 8mm
❑ Ambient operating temperature: 10 °C - 45 °C or 50 °F - 113 °F
❑ Safe-Test Alarm / Memory / Beeper
HOW TO SWITCH BETWEEN °C and °F:
❑ Press the control button 2 times, one right after another.
❑ Hold the second press down for more than 1.5 seconds.
❑ Symbol or appears in window display with beep.
HOW TO OPERATE:
❑ Press down the control button to start the thermometer. A full display ensures that the LCD
window is in good function.
❑ The next display signals normal operation after internal safe testing is complete. Otherwise,
alerts of a malfunction.
❑ The ambient temperature or displays on window with °C or °F blinking. The thermometer is
now ready for use. The thermometer will automatically shut-off in three minutes.
❑ Put the probe head under the tongue, under the arm, or in the rectum; according to the methods provided.
(See Methods of Use).
❑ When the thermometer completes its temperature reading, °C or °F stops blinking and the measured temperature
displays on the LCD window with one series of beeps.
❑ The thermometer prolongs its process of temperature taking for the next minute. After that, the measured
temperature is fixed and shown on the LCD window until auto shut-off in 9 minutes
❑ When the measured temperature is above or below the measuring range, the LCD window displays
or .
HOW TO RECALL THE LAST TEMPERATURE:
❑ Keep pressing the control button down for approximately 1.5 seconds. The last temperature will be recalled on
the LCD window with “M” flag appearing at the bottom right corner. i.e. .
METHODS OF USE:
NOTE: Before each usage, carefully cover thermometer probe
with enclosed sheath. (Figure 1)
❑ AXILLARY MEASUREMENT: (approximately 15-25 seconds)
Dry the armpit with a towel. Place probe head under the armpit, close arm firmly. (Figure 2)
❑ ORAL USE: (approximately 10-20 seconds)
Place the probe head under the tongue. To assure the proper contact in mouth,
(as indicated by the “✔“, Figure 3), close mouth and breathe normally.
Opening the mouth or improper placement of the probe tip could result in a longer
time for a reading. Instruct children not to bite down on the probe.
❑ RECTAL USE: (approximately 10-15 seconds)
Lubricate the probe head with water-soluble jelly or petroleum jelly for an easier insertion.
Then, softly insert the probe head no more than a 1/2 inch or 1.3 cm into the rectum.
Do not force if resistance is encountered.
CHANGING THE BATTERY:
When the battery flag appears and blinks, it is time to change the battery.
Turn thermometer over, with the label side facing the user. Pull off end cover as shown
(Figure 4). Remove the used battery by using a non-metallic pointed object. Replace with
a new 1.5V LR41, AG3 battery Cathode side (-) up. Close cover securely.
WARNING: KEEP BATTERY OUT OF CHILD’S REACH. SWALLOWING
BATTERY COULD BE HARMFUL. DO NOT RECHARGE OR PLACE INTO
EXTREME HEAT AS IT MAY EXPLODE.
HOW TO CLEAN / DISINFECT:
For household use, always clean and disinfect the probe head before and after each use. Mild soapy water and 70%
isopropyl alcohol is recommended. Do not boil or clean in a washing machine.
WARRANTY:
This thermometer is guaranteed for a period of 24 months from date of purchase. This warranty does not cover batteries,
or damage resulting from improper handling or use. Specific legal rights stipulated in your state may guide this warranty.
If you have a legitimate claim under this warranty, please return the product to the address below, Attn: Service Dept. Be
sure to include a note describing the problem, your return address, and $2.00 to cover shipping and handling.
ADC Part #93-419-00
Made in China
®
55 Commerce Drive • Hauppauge, NY 11788
1-800-ADC-2670 • www.adctoday.com
37.0
°C
M
98.6
°F
M
Sensor Tip
Battery Cover
Multi-Function Button
LCD Display
(Figure 2)
(Figure 3)
(Figure 4)
(Figure 1)
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Attention, see instructions
for use.
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