Manual Mabis 9-Second Flex Tip Thermometer

Manual

Specifications

DISPLAY: Liquid Crystal Display

DISPLAY RESOLUTION: 4 Digits (1/10TH of a degree increments)

MEASUREMENT RANGE:

90.0

o

F to 111.9

o

F

A

CCURA

CY

:

±

0.2

o

F

AVERAGE MEASUREMENT TIME: Oral 16 seconds. Rectal 9 seconds. Axillary 25 seconds

TONE: Thermometer beeps when activated and deactivated.

A series of beeps signal when peak temperature is reached.

MEMORY: Displays last measured temperature

BATTERY: One, 1.55V, AG3 alkaline

BA

TTER

Y LIFE:

Approximately 4,000 measurements

A

UT

OMA

TIC SHUT

-OFF:

After approximately 9 minutes

AMBIENT OPERATING TEMPERATURE: 50.0

o

F to 113.0

o

F

HUMIDITY: 15% to 95% RH

STORAGE TEMPERATURE: -4.0

o

F to 122.0

o

F

HUMIDITY

:

15% to 95% RH

DIMENSIONS:

5-3/16”

x 11/16”

x 3/8”

WEIGHT: 0.34 ounces (10.5 grams)

Specifications are subject to change without notice. Meets ASTM Standard E1112.

General Care

1. The thermometer should only be used under the supervision of an adult.

2. Do not walk, run or talk during temperature taking.

3. Clean the thermometer before and after each use.

4. Store the unit in the protective case when not in use.

5. Do not bite the probe.

6. Do not store the unit where it will be exposed to direct sunlight, dust or humidity.

Avoid extreme temperatures.

7. Dropping or subjecting your thermometer to strong shocks should be avoided.

8. Do not attempt to disassemble the unit, except to replace the battery.

9. If ERR displays and measurement is not attainable, the unit must be replaced.

NOTE: Performance of the device may be degraded if: operated outside of stated

temperature and humidity range; stored outside of stated temperature and humidity

range; thermometer undergoes mechanical shock (drop); patient temperature is

below ambient temperature.

Changing the Battery

The battery in your digital thermometer needs to be replaced

when the “ ” symbol appears in the lower right of the display.

Replace the battery with a 1.55V, AG3 alkaline or SR41 silver

oxide type or equivalent.

To replace the battery,

1. Slide the battery cap away from the unit.

2. Using a non-metal pointed tool, carefully remove the battery

and insert the new battery with the negative (–) side facing the

back side of the unit.

3. Carefully slide the battery cap back into place, making sure that the cap fits

snugly to protect the battery compartment from moisture.

NOTE: Please properly dispose the battery away from small children and heat.

Taking an Oral Temperature

Appr

o

ximate measurement time:

16 seconds

1. Using the diagram on the right, place the

probe tip under the tongue as near as

possible to the heat pocket.The diagram

also shows the temperature variables by

not placing the tip in the heat poc

k

et

area.

NOTE: Drinking hot or cold fluids,

exercising, smoking or performing other

activities may raise or lower your

temper

ature

.

Theref

ore

, it is impor

tant to

relax for approximately 5 minutes with your

mouth closed prior to taking a reading

2. The current temperature is shown and the

°

F will continue to flash during the

reading.

3. When the peak temperature has been reached, the

°

F will stop flashing and the

thermometer will sound four sets of five quick beeps.

4.

T

o tur

n the unit off, press the ON/OFF button. The unit will automatically shut off

after appro

ximately nine min

utes

.

NOTE: The mouth must remain closed during the measurement for the most

accurate reading. Opening the mouth could result in an extended measurement time

and ma

y affect the reading.

Cleaning Instructions

Before and after each use, clean the thermometer with a soft cloth and 70% isopropyl

alcohol diluted with water, or wash with COLD soapy water. An intact unit can be

submersed in water or alcohol. However, do not soak for an extended period of time.

1. The unit must never be sterilized by boiling, gas or steam autoclaves.

2. The use of any other solution or cleaning method beyond the above mentioned

may result in reliability problems with the thermometer and void your warranty.

How to Take Your Temperature

1. Clean and disinfect the thermometer according the instructions provided.

2. Apply a disposable probe cover to the clean, dry thermometer.

3. Determine whether the measurement site will be oral, rectal or underarm.

NOTE: Measurement time may vary based on the selected site.

4. Press the ON/OFF button (the unit will beep) to activate the thermometer.

This is the LCD display test, which insures all parts of the

display are functioning properly. Continue to hold the button

down and in approximately 2 seconds the display will show the

last recorded temperature as follows.

This display shows the last temperature reading. Within

approximately 2 seconds of releasing the button or if no reading

is stored in memory, the display will read as follows.

This display denotes normal operation.

“Err” denotes a malfunction.

The Lo with the flashing

°

F indicates the thermometer is ready

to take a temperature reading.

PROBE TIP

ON/OFF BUTTON

BA

TTERY COVER

HEAT

POCKET

HEAT

POCKET

98.4

o

F

36.9

o

C

98.4

o

F

36.9

o

C

98.8

o

F

37.1

o

C

98.8

o

F

37.1

o

C

97.9

o

F

36.6

o

C

97.7

o

F

36.4

o

C

97.9

o

F

36.6

o

C

98.1

o

F

36.7

o

C

#MAB-ACT3020 08/05

©2005 M

ABIS

Healthcare

F

AST 9-Second Flexible Tip

Digital Thermometer

Thank you for purchasing a MABIS Digital Thermometer. Please read the following

instructions to achieve the most accurate temperatures and safe operation. With proper

care and use

, your thermometer will provide you with years of reliable readings.

Y

our thermometer features a comfortable, soft, flexible tip, which conforms to the mouth

during temperature readings. It is enhanced with beeper and memory. The following

instr

uctions will cover your thermometer’s features in further detail.

What is a “Normal” Temperature?

Although the gener

ally accepted “normal” temperature reading is 98.6

°

F

,

temper

ature readings can vary from 97

°

F to 99

°

F and still ma

y be considered

“normal”. Variations in temperature can be attributed to activities such as exercise,

smoking, eating and drinking. Even time of day may influence your temperature. For

e

xample, your temperature is lower in the morning than in the afternoon. Other

v

ariations may be due to the location of the temperature reading. While the oral

temperature follows the guidelines previously described, a rectal temperature is

generally 1.0

°

F higher. Conversely, an axillary (under the arm) temperature will be

1.0

°

F lo

wer.

Features of your MABIS Digital Thermometer

T

aking an Axillary Temperature (under the arm)

Appr

oximate measurement time: 25 seconds

1.

Wipe the underarm with a dry towel.

2. Place the probe tip under the arm so the tip is touching the skin with the

thermometer perpendicular to the body.

3.

Position the arm across the chest so the probe tip is well covered by the arm. This

also insures the probe is not aff

ected by the room’s air.

4. When the peak temperature has been reached, the

°

F will stop flashing and the

thermometer will sound four sets of five quick beeps.

5.

To turn the unit off, press the ON/OFF button. The unit will automatically shut off

after appro

ximately nine minutes.

NOTE: Axillary temperatures are generally 1.0

°

F lower than oral readings.

Taking a Rectal Temperature

Appr

oximate measurement time: 9 seconds

NO

TE:

Rectal temper

atures are an appropriate and reliable method for infants and

small children. Otherwise, this method should only be used when it is impossible or

impractical to take an oral or axillary temperature.

1. After applying the disposable probe cover, apply a water-soluble lubricant to

the tip

.

2.

Gently insert the probe a MAXIMUM of 1/2” into the rectum.

3. When the peak temperature has been reached, the

o

F will stop flashing and the

ther

mometer will sound four sets of five quick beeps.

4.

To turn the unit off, press the ON/OFF button. The unit will automatically

po

wer down after approximately ten minutes.

NOTE: Rectal temperatures are generally 1.0

°

F higher than oral readings.

Using Disposable Probe Covers

It is recommended to use the enclosed disposable probe covers to prevent cross

contamination. Additional probe covers can be purchased from your MABIS Dealer

or with the order f

orm provided.

DIGIT

AL DISPLAY WINDOW

PROBE COVER ORDER FORM

CUT OUT AND MAIL TO:

MABIS HEALTHCARE

1931 NORMAN DRIVE

WAUKEGAN, IL 60085

Please send packages of disposable probe covers

#15-618-000 (100 probes per package). Enclosed is $5.00 per

package plus $3.00 for shipping and handling for each order.

PAYMENT METHOD (do not send cash): Check Money Order

Please ship to:

NAME:

ADDRES

S:

CITY: STATE: ZIP:

PHONE: ( )

CUT OUT AND MAIL TO:

MABIS HEAL

THCARE

1931 NORMAN DRIVE

WAUKEGAN, IL 60085

THERMOMETER WARRANTY REGISTRATION

(MUST BE COMPLETED WITHIN 10 DAYS OF PURCHASE)

NAME:

ADDRESS:

CITY: STATE: ZIP:

PURCHASED FROM:

CITY: STATE: ZIP:

DATE PURCHASED:

MODEL PURCHASED:

15-732-000

USER INFORMATION (OPTIONAL)

❑ MALE ❑ FEMALE AGE:

AGE OF YOUNGEST FAMILY MEMBER

❑ UNDER 6 MONTHS ❑ 6 MONTHS - 1 YEAR

❑ 1 - 3 YEARS ❑ 3 - 5 YEARS ❑ OLDER

NOTE

:

This order form

is for

shipments within

the

United States

and Canada.

LIMITED LIFETIME W

ARRANTY

MABIS Healthcare (‘MABIS’) guar

antees that its MABIS Digital Thermometer will be free

from man

ufacturing defects under normal use for as long as the original

purchaser o

wns the product.

This w

arranty covers only normal use, and does not apply to use in any clinical or

commercial applications

. This warranty does not cover batteries or other power sources

that may be provided with or used with the MABIS Digital Thermometer. This warranty is

v

oided if the MABIS Digital Thermometer product is misused or abused in any manner.

If the MABIS Digital Thermometer fails to operate during the time the original

purchaser o

wns it, return it postage prepaid to: MABIS Healthcare, Attn: Repair

Depar

tment, 1931 Norman Drive, Waukegan, IL 60085. MABIS will repair or replace the

defective unit at the option of MABIS Healthcare. Repair or replacement of the defective

unit, at MABIS’ option, is the sole remedy under this warranty.

ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES WHICH THE PURCHASER MAY HAVE ARE LIMITED IN

DURA

TION TO THE TIME THAT THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER OWNS

THE PR

ODUCT. Some states do not allow limitations or how long an implied warranty

lasts

, so the above limitation may not apply to you.

This w

arranty constitutes MABIS’ only responsibility and obligation to repair and/or

replace materials or components, or refund the purchase price. MABIS will not be

responsible for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages or

other loss

, including, but not limited to, damage to or loss of other property or equipment

and personal injur

ies, whether to purchaser or others. MABIS shall in no event be liable

to the purchaser for any amount in excess of the cost of repair and/or replacement of the

unit, or the purchase price of the unit. Some states do not allow the exclusive or

limitation of incidental or consequential damages

, so the above limitation or exclusion

ma

y not apply to you.

This w

arranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which

vary from state to state.

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