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Oregon Scientific™ Forehead Thermometer

Model: FT101

User Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction ............................................................................. 1

Key features ............................................................................. 2

Front and side view .............................................................. 2

Carrying case ....................................................................... 2

LCD display symbols ............................................................ 2

Safety and care instructions .................................................. 3

Safety precautions ............................................................... 3

Caring for your forehead thermometer ................................. 3

How the forehead thermometer works .................................. 4

How the thermometer works ................................................ 4

Information on body temperature ......................................... 5

Getting started .......................................................................... 6

Unpacking the forehead thermometer ................................... 6

Batteries ................................................................................ 7

Turning the thermometer off and on ...................................... 8

Setting the calendar clock and measurement unit ................ 8

Taking temperature readings................................................. 9

Tips for taking accurate readings ........................................ 10

Using the memory .................................................................. 11

Recalling the memory ......................................................... 11

Resetting the memory ......................................................... 11

Troubleshooting guide ........................................................... 12

References .............................................................................. 13

Summary of content (18 pages)

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GB Oregon Scientific™ Forehead Thermometer Model: FT101 User Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ............................................................................. 1 Key features ............................................................................. 2 Front and side view .............................................................. 2 Carrying case ....................................................................... 2 LCD display symbols ..............................................
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GB Specifications ......................................................................... 13 Warnings ................................................................................. 14 Additional resources ..............................................................
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GB INTRODUCTION Thank you for selecting the Oregon Scientific™ Forehead Thermometer (FT101) as your personal healthcare product of choice. The FT101 Forehead Thermometer is a Class II, over-the-counter, non-invasive, non-sterile, reusable, infrared clinical electrical thermometer intended for the intermittent measurement and assessment of the skin forehead temperature for people of all ages.
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GB KEY FEATURES Front and side view Carrying case Lid Memory button Mode button Sensor probe Protective carrying case Battery compartment Figure 1 Figure 2 LCD display symbols Symbol Description Explanation Measurement in The thermometer is currently progress / just taken taking a temperature reading, or is cooling down after taking a measurement. Low battery Replace the batteries. Measurement error The measurement is out of range, or no measurement was taken. Take the measurement again.
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GB SAFETY AND CARE INSTRUCTIONS Safety precautions Please observe the following safety precautions when using this product. • Use – This product is not a toy. Keep it out of reach of children. • Indications – The temperature measurements taken by this product are not meant to substitute professional medical opinion. Seek your doctor’s advice whenever you are in doubt. • Heat sources – Keep the product away from heat sources such as radiators, stoves, heaters, and other heat-generating products.
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GB • Repair – If the thermometer malfunctions or has been damaged, do not continue to use it or attempt to repair or modify it by yourself. There are no user-serviceable parts inside the unit. Contact the retailer or our customer service department for servicing.
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GB • Gently wipe and dry the forehead prior to taking a measurement. • Thoroughly clean the unit and sensor probe after each use. • Turn the thermometer off for a few minutes between measurements to avoid overheating the sensor and resultant measurement errors. The thermometer has not fully cooled down if any part of the measurement in progress icon is showing on the LCD display. Information on body temperature Body temperature is a measurement of the amount of heat that the body conducts.
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GB Measurement method Normal temperature range Fever temperature range Axillary (under arm) 95.5 – 98.5°F 98.9°F or higher (35.3 – 36.9°C) (37.2°C or higher) Forehead 95 – 100.4°F Note: Measurements for some adults may be lower than 95°F (35°C). A temperature that is 1. 0 – 1.5°F (0.6 - 0.8°C) higher than usual. It is highly recommended that you use the FT101 to establish the normal temperature range for each person. 96.6 – 99.5°F 99.6°F or higher (35.9 – 37.5°C) (37.6°C or higher) 97.
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GB In the box, you will find: Forehead Protective thermometer, carrying case lid,and 10 sensor covers 2x CR2032 User manual batteries (packed in battery compartment) Batteries This product requires two (2) 3-volt CR2032 batteries to operate. The unit is shipped with a pair of batteries already installed. To conserve battery life during shipment, a clear plastic tab is inserted between the batteries and the connection terminal: You will need to remove the tab before you use the thermometer.
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GB 3. Remove the old batteries. The batteries are stacked one on top of the other in the battery compartment. 4. Gently slide in the new batteries with the positive (+) polarity facing up. 5. Replace the metal bracket and screws. 6. Tighten the screws with a Phillips screwdriver until they are secure. 7. Replace the battery compartment door, and gently close it. Note: Batteries can be harmful to the environment. Contact your local waste disposal authority for proper disposal instructions.
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GB Taking temperature readings Before you take a temperature reading, be sure to read through the Tips section that follows this procedure. 1. Place a new sensor cover on the tip of the sensor probe. 2. Press to turn on the thermometer. 3. Gently rest the tip of the sensor probe against the center of the forehead. 4. Press and hold Figure 3 again until you hear a beeping sound. 5. Slowly slide the sensor probe to the left or right temple (Figure 3) until the beeping sound ends.
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GB Tips for taking accurate readings For best results, please observe the following guidelines when using the forehead thermometer. • The normal range for body temperature can vary from person to person and throughout the day, and also depends on the type of measuring instrument you use. Read the “How the forehead thermometer works” section on page 4 to learn how these factors affect temperature readings.
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GB USING THE MEMORY This product is designed with an internal memory that automatically stores the date, time, and temperature for the last 10 measurements taken. The most recent reading is stored as the first record, with all subsequent records stored as 2 – 10. Recalling the memory To recall the memory, press to turn on the thermometer, then press MEM.
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GB TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE This section includes a list of frequently asked questions for problems you may encounter with your forehead thermometer. If your thermometer is not operating as you think it should, check here before arranging for servicing. Problem Symptom Check this Remedy No power Power will not turn on. shows on the display. Batteries are exhausted. Replace with new batteries (→ 7). Insert the batteries correctly (→ 7).
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GB REFERENCES The following reference was used in compiling this user manual, and may be of further assistance in learning about temperature taking practices. United States National Library of Medicine and National Institute of Health Medline Plus Medical Encyclopedia, http://www.nlm.nih. gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003400.htm. SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions: Width x Height x Depth 1.7 X 2.0 X 5.0 (inch) 43 x 50 x 128 (mm) Weight 3 oz (85g) Measuring range: Temperature 93.2°F…108.
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GB Memory recall: Storage Last 10 readings Power: Power supply 2x 3-volt CR2032-type batteries Power save Auto power off after 1 minute of non-activity Operating environment: Operation temp. 61°F…95°F (16°C…35°C) Storage / Transport temp. 23°F…131°F (-5°C…55°C) WARNINGS This product has been engineered and manufactured to the highest safety standards, and is designed to provide you with many years of reliable service provided that it is properly used and cared for.
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GB • Attachments – Do not use add-on equipment not recommended by the manufacturer, as this can damage the product and invalidate the warranty. • Shocks and excessive force – Do not subject the product to excessive force, shock, dust, or temperature fluctuations outside the range listed in the Specifications section, as this can result in malfunction.
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GB Notice on conformity This product is a Class II, over-the-counter, non-invasive, nonsterile, reusable, infrared clinical electrical thermometer device. Use of the product is intended for the intermittent measurement and assessment of the skin forehead temperature of people of all ages. Temperatures taken by this thermometer correlate to axillary (under arm) temperature measurements.