Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product ThermoScan 6005 Braun
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ThermoScan Instant Thermometer IRT 1020 Type 6005 Home Model English Use Instructions Guarantee Service Centres.
Important safeguards The Braun ThermoScan Instant Thermometer is a sophisticated electronic instrument that has been carefully engineered for both accuracy and safety. The shape of the thermometer prevents it from being inserted far enough into the ear canal to damage the eardrum.
Thank you f or purc hasing the Braun ThermoScan Instant Thermometer Unlike other thermometers that must be held in place for several minutes, the Braun ThermoScan Instant Thermometer takes a temperature in just one second.
Components and features Product includes the following components: • Braun ThermoScan Instant Thermometer • Lens Filters (20, plus one on thermometer) • Storage Cover (See Figure 5) • Use Instructions • Labels Not included, but required: • One 9 volt alkaline battery (6 LR 61, MN 1604 9V, alkaline).
Lens filters are located inside the thermometer storage cover. Remove the box from the cover and open the box of lens filters by completely removing top of box (Figure 4a). You may return the box to the cover for convenient storage (Figure 4b). The thermometer is shipped with a lens filter in place.
Body temperature measurement Normal body temperature is a “range“, not a single point, as temperature varies from person to person. A person’s temperature can rise with excessive clothing, hot weather or accelerated activity (such as crying or exercise).
Ear tug and positioning technique Children unter 1 year • Ear Tug Gently but firmly pull ear straight back (Figure 8a). • Positionin g Approach the ear from behind the child. Place the lens at the opening of the ear canal. Using a slight back and forth rocking motion, gently insert the ther- mometer, pointing the lens toward the opposite eye.
T emperature taking hints • It is important to use an ear tug, point the thermometer lens toward the eardrum and gently insert far enough into the ear canal to obtain an accurate reading. • When taking a temperature on another person, it may be more difficult to consistently position the thermometer in their ear.
Care and cleaning Lens Tip • The lens tip is the most delicate part of the thermometer. It is covered with a soft, thin membrane which forms a surface that is transparent to heat waves. To ensure accuracy, it is very important to keep the lens clean and intact, and to always keep a clean, new lens filter attached.
Calibration The thermometer is initially calibrated at the time of manufacture. If this thermometer is used in accordance with the Use Instructions, periodic recalibration os not required. If at any time you question the accuracy of measurement, please contact Braun.
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