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INSTRUCTION MANUAL PROFESSIONAL THERMOMETER Model V940 Questions or comments? Call toll free at: 1-800-477-0457 consumerrelations@kaz.com www .kaz.com V940 OM.
QUICK ST ART GUIDE FIRST TIME USE: Pull plastic strip from Battery Compartment. Discard. Remove protective 98.6°F label from the LCD display . Discard. 2 6 Press or replace probe into holder T urns unit Off. 5 Beep indicates reading complete 4 Race track indicates thermometer in measuring process.
T ABLE OF CONTENTS Quick Start Guide 2 Helpful Guidelines 4 Cautions 4 Introduction 5 Y our Thermometer 6 Battery Replacement 7 Directions For Use 8 9 10 10 11 11 12 Operation Instructions • Oral Me.
CAUTIONS 1. T emperature may only be taken by 3 methods: oral, underarm and rectal. 2. For hygienic purposes, Vicks recommends applying a probe cover for each use. (Probe covers sold separately) 3. Do not use this thermometer near combustible agents. 4.
INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the Vicks Professional Thermometer . This thermometer enables accurate temperature measurement in about 7 seconds in the oral, rectal, or underarm modes when ambient temperature is between 50°F and 89.6°F (10°C and 32°C).
YOUR THERMOMETER 6 The Vicks Professional Thermometer includes the following components: Vicks Professional Thermometer (Model V940) 2 AAA replaceable batteries (installed) Instruction Manual Removable probe cover holder + 5 disposable covers.
The Vicks Professional Thermometer is supplied with two AAA batteries. Replace with new AAA batteries when the low batter y symbol ( ) appears on the display . Open the batter y cover by sliding it to the right, revealing the battery compartment. Replace the new batteries ensuring proper alignment as marked inside the battery compartment.
Vicks recommends that for 15 minutes prior to use, avoid eating or drinking any liquids, e xercising, taking showers or baths, or smoking. Remain still and quiet during measurement. Accuracy of reading depends on the proper placement of the thermometer .
DIRECTIONS FOR USE (cont’d) 4. Do not attempt to take temperature until the “OK” symbol ( ) and backlight disappear and two beeps are heard (Fig. 3). This indicates that the thermometer is read y for use. 5. T o change the selected measurement method, simply push the Mode ( ) button.
Axillary (underarm) Method: Wipe the underarm with a towel. Place the probe tip under the arm so the tip is touching the skin and close the arm overtop the thermometer (Fig. 5). Be sure no c lothing interferes with the contact. Gently hold arm close to body to assure proper placement and accurate function.
Changing Scale Between (°F) and (°C): The Thermometer can display temperature in either Fahrenheit or Centigrade. T o change the scale, follow the instructions below: 1. Start with the thermometer turned off. 2. Simultaneously , press and hold the Mode ( ) and Memory ( ) buttons for approximately 2 seconds.
Memory Mode Continued: The elapsed time will record for up 99 hours and 59 minutes. If there are measurements in the history that are past this time, the time area of the screen will have dashes (---). If there is no action after 1 minute, the thermometer will automatically shut off.
DISPLA Y MESSAGES The thermometer has been designed to display feedback messages to ensure proper usage and accurate measurement. In the event of a malfunction or incorrect measurement, the following messages will be displayed: Cause If the measured temperature is below 89.
CARE AND CLEANING Keep the thermometer clean and protected Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the body of the thermometer . Never clean the thermometer with an abrasive c leanser , thinner , benzene or submerge the thermometer in water or other liquids.
PRODUCT SPECIFICA TIONS Read times average 7 seconds for all measuring sites based on human clinical test results. Power supply: 1.5V AAA size battery (Alkaline) x2. 10 memories with elapsed time in hours and minutes since the last reading.
LIFETIME GUARANTEE Y our VICKS ® Professional Thermometer is durable and manufactured for a lifetime of normal household use. Following directions carefully will ensure years of dependable operation.
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