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Important Safety Information To assure the correct use of the product basic safety measures should always be followed including the precautions listed below. Warning: • Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. • Conducting self-diagnosis based on the measurement results and/or treatment can be dangerous. Please follow the instructions of your doctor. Self-diagnosis may worsen the symptoms.
Important Safety Information • Do not touch the infrared sensor with a finger or breathe on it. • Do not attempt measurements when the unit is wet as inaccurate readings may result. • Check the symbol on the display before and after the measurement so that the measurement is taken in the appropriate mode. • When taking temperature of the subject with low emissivity such as gold or aluminum inaccurate readings may result. • Keep the unit out of children’s reach.
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2. Preparation 2.1 Removing the Insulating Tape Pull the insulating tape out from the battery compartment by catching the outer part for the first time. The unit is turned on and after 1 minute the room temperature will appear on the display. Notes: • The room temperature remains on the display even after the unit turns off. • Place the unit on the table and avoid the direct sunshine or air conditioner flow on for the room temperature. 2.2 4 Switching between °C and °F This unit is set in °C as default.
2. Preparation 2.3 Setting the Buzzer The buzzer is only available in the Ear Measurement Mode. The buzzer is set on as default. 1. Press the ON/MEM button to turn on the unit. 2. Press and hold the ON/MEM button for 3 seconds. The “ 3. EN ” symbol flashes on the display. Release the ON/MEM button. The “ ” symbol remains lit and the buzzer is set to off. Notes: • If the ON/MEM button is pressed down for more than 5 seconds after the “ ” flashing, the unit turns off without setting the buzzer.
2. Preparation 2.4 Attaching a Probe Cover Always use a new and undamaged OMRON MC-EP2 probe cover. 1. Gently twist off the probe cap. Note: Do not forcibly remove the probe cap. 2. Place a new probe cover on the connection ring. Adhesive side Note: The adhesive side of probe cover should be upward. Probe cover Connection ring 3. Insert the probe into the probe cover on the connection ring until it clicks.
3. Using the Unit 3.1 Taking a Reading Notes: • Make sure the probe cover is attached correctly. • It is recommended that you measure 3 times with the same ear. If the 3 measurements are different, select the highest temperature. EN Ear Measurement Mode 1. Press the ON/MEM button. All symbols appear on the display. Then the display shown at the right will appear with 2 beeps. 2. Insert the probe into the ear as far as it comfortably goes in the direction of the eardrum.
3. Using the Unit Measuring the temperature of an infant 8 Measuring on a lying baby. Measuring on a sitting baby. Lightly support the child’s body. Lightly support the child’s body and slightly pull the ear towards the back. The ear is too small to insert the probe. While slightly pulling the ear back, cover the external auditory canal with the probe without forcibly trying to insert the probe.
3. Using the Unit 3. Press the START button. EN The measurement is complete in 1 second with a long beep. The display will light up and the “ ” symbol will flash for 5 seconds. Note: You can take another measurement after the display light turns off with 2 beeps. Make sure “ ” symbol remains lit. 4. Remove the unit from the ear and check the measurement result. Note: • If your measurement result is over 37.5°C (99.5°F), the buzzer will beeps three times after a long beep.
3. Using the Unit Surface Mode The unit is set in the Ear Measurement Mode as default. The Surface Measurement mode is not intended for the body temperature measurement. The surface mode shows the actual and unadjusted surface temperature which is different from the body temperature. It can help you monitor if the object temperature is suitable for the baby or patient, for example the baby’s milk. 1. 2. Press the ON/MEM button to turn on the unit. Press and hold the ON/MEM button.
3. Using the Unit 3.2 Using the Memory Function This unit automatically stores the results up to 25 sets after each measurement. Note: If the memory is full, the unit will delete the oldest reading. 1. Press the ON/MEM button to turn on the unit. 2. Press the ON/MEM button again. EN The memory number appears on the display. 3. Release the ON/MEM button. The most recent result will appear on the display. Press the ON/MEM button repeatedly to view the older results. 4.
4. Troubleshooting and Maintenance 4.1 The Icons and Error Messages Error Display 12 Cause Remedy Device stabilization in process. Wait until Prove cover is not attached correctly. Attach the probe cover again until flashing. Battery is low. Replace the battery. (Refer to section 4.3) Measurement before device stabilization. Wait until The device is showing a rapid ambient temperature change.
4. Troubleshooting and Maintenance Error Display Cause Remedy The ambient temperature is not within the range between 10°C and 40°C (50°F - 104°F). Allow the thermometer to rest in a room for at least 30 minutes at room temperature: 10°C and 40°C (50°F - 104°F). Error 5-9, the system is not functioning properly. Remove the battery, wait for 1 minute and repower it. If the message reappears, please contact the OMRON retail outlet or distributor for having the device checked.
4. Troubleshooting and Maintenance Error Display 4.2 Cause Remedy Surface mode: Temperature taken is lower than -22.1°C (-7.8°F). Check the integrity of the probe cover and take a new temperature measurement. Device can not be powered on to the ready stage. Change to a new battery. (Refer to section 4.3) Maintenance • Please check the device if damaged after it is dropped. If unsure, please contact the OMRON retail outlet or distributor for having the device checked.
4. Troubleshooting and Maintenance 4.3 Replacing the Battery Battery: CR2032 Lithium Button Battery Note: To protect the environment, discard the used batteries in accordance with the local regulations regarding waste disposal procedure. Disposal can be done at your retail store or at appropriate collection sites. 1. Insert a pointed object into the battery cover pick hole. Slide and remove the battery cover with your thumb. 2. Remove the battery with a pointed object.
5. Technical Data Product Description: Model: Sensing Unit: Temperature Display: Measurement Accuracy: Measurement Range: Power Supply: Power Consumption: Battery Life: 16 Operating Environment Temp and Humidity: Storage Environment Temp and Humidity: Protection against electric shock: Digital Ear Thermometer Gentle Temp 521 (MC-521-E) Thermopile 4-digit, °F display in 0.1 degree increments 3-digit, °C display in 0.1 degree increments Ear Measurement Mode ± 0.2°C (± 0.4°F) within 35.5°C to 42.0°C (95.
5. Technical Data Applied Part: = type BF Weight: Outer Dimensions: Package Content: Options: Approx. 85g (with battery installed) 36 mm (w) × 161 mm (h) × 56 mm (d) Test Battery (Lithium Button Battery CR2032), probe cap, 21 probe covers, connection ring, instruction manual. Probe cover exclusively for Gentle Temp 521, MC-EP2. EN Notes: • The specification may be changed without prior notice. • This OMRON product is produced under the strict quality system of OMRON HEALTHCARE Co. Ltd., Japan.
5. Technical Data OMRON Digital Ear Thermometer Model: Gentle Temp 521 (MC-521-E) Information for accompanying documents in the scope of IEC60601-1-2:2007 Important information regarding Electro Magnetic Compatibility (EMC) With the increased number of electronic devices such as PC’s and mobile (cellular) telephones, medical devices in use may be susceptible to electromagnetic interference from other devices.
6. Some Useful Information 6.1 Temperature measurements taken within the ear The Gentle Temp 521 Digital Ear Thermometer detects the infrared heat given off by the eardrum and surrounding tissues, and it converts this heat into an equivalent ear temperature. The Gentle Temp 521 is less threatening to a child than a rectal thermometer. It’s faster, safer and easier to use than an oral thermometer. Being digital, there’s no worry about the hazard of broken glass or mercury ingestion.
6. Some Useful Information As ambient temperature, sweat, or saliva easily affects body temperature measured under the arm or the tongue, readings may be lower than the core temperature. Tympanic temperature measurement accurately reflects the brain temperature and can lead to a quicker detection of fever.
6. Some Useful Information 6.3 Ear temperature compared to other types of body temperature The normal temperature varies according to different locations on the body. 6.4 EN Questions and answers How many times can I measure consecutively? You can measure consecutively up to three times. The main unit will then be warmed up and may not be able to measure correctly. If you are going to measure more than three times, wait for 10 minutes, then measure again. The temperature indicated is rather high.
6. Some Useful Information Is the temperature measured in the right ear different from that measured in the left ear? Among healthy people, there should be no significant difference in the measurement results. Differences may be caused by the following reasons: 1) The infrared sensor is not inserted in the same way. 2) Measurement is not conducted by inserting the unit in a stable manner in the same angle. Try to measure in the ear that consistently shows a higher measurement.
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