Braun FHT 1000 Forehead Thermometer Manual

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Braun Forehead thermometer (FHT1000). The Forehead thermometer is a high quality product incorporating the latest technology and tested in accordance with international standards. With its unique technology, the Forehead thermometer can provide a stable, heat-interference-free reading with each measurement. The instrument performs a self-test every time it is switched on to always guarantee the accuracy of measurements. The Forehead thermometer is indicated for intermittent measurement and monitoring of temperature for people of all ages. It is intended for household use only.

Please read these instructions carefully before using this product and keep the instructions and the thermometer in a safe place.

Overview

1. Protective scanner cap
2. Scanner
3. Battery door
4. LCD display
5. Temperature button
6. Power button

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

Keep out of reach of children under 12 years.

Never use the thermometer for purposes other than those it has been intended for. Please follow the general safety precautions when using on children.

Never immerse the Forehead thermometer into water or other liquids (not waterproof). For cleaning and disinfecting please follow the instructions in the "Care and cleaning" section.

Keep the instrument away from direct exposure to the sun and keep it in a dustfree, dry area at a temperature between 60.8°- 104°F.

Do not use the thermometer if there are signs of damage on the measuring sensor or on the instrument itself. If damaged, do not attempt to repair the instrument! Please contact our Consumer Relations Department at: 1-800-327-7226.

This Forehead thermometer consists of high-quality precision parts. Do not drop the instrument. Protect it from severe impact and shock. Do not twist the instrument or the measuring sensor.

Please consult your doctor if you see symptoms such as unexplained irritability, vomiting, diarrhea, dehydration, changes in appetite or activity, seizure, muscle pain, shivering, stiff neck, pain when urinating, etc., even in the absence of fever.
Even in the absence of fever, those who exhibit a normal temperature may still need to receive medical attention. People who are on antibiotics, analgesics, or antipyretics should not be assessed solely on temperature readings to determine the severity of their illness.

Temperature elevation may signal a serious illness, especially in adults who are old, frail, have a weakened immune system, or neonates and infants. Please seek professional advice immediately when there is a temperature elevation and if you are taking temperature for whom are:

• Neonates and infants under 3 months
• Over 60 years of age
• Having diabetes mellitus or a weakened immune system (e.g., HIV positive, cancer chemotherapy, chronic steroid treatment, splenectomy)
• Bedridden (e.g., nursing home patient, stroke, chronic illness, recovering from surgery)
• A transplant patient (e.g., liver, heart, lung, kidney)

Fever may be blunted or even absent in elderly patients.

It is important to know each individual's normal temperature when they are well. This is the only way to accurately diagnose a fever. Take multiple readings when healthy to determine normal temperature.

This thermometer is not intended for pre-term babies or small-for-gestational age babies. This thermometer is not intended to interpret hypothermic temperatures. Do not allow children to take their temperatures unattended.

Do not modify this equipment without authorization of manufacturer.

Use of this Forehead thermometer is not intended as a substitute for consultation with your physician or pediatrician.

Why use this unit

Measurement in under 3 seconds
The innovative infrared technology allows measurement of forehead temperature in under 3 seconds.

Accurate and reliable
Due to advanced technology, the Forehead thermometer captures the heat naturally given off by the forehead to calculate oral equivalent temperature.

Easy to use
The Forehead thermometer is non-invasive. A measurement can be taken even while a child is sleeping.

Design is easy to hold and use.

The Forehead thermometer is less threatening to a child than a rectal thermometer and easier to use than other methods.

Safe and hygienic

Helps minimize spreading of germs.

Completely safe for use on children and adults.

Auto-Display memory
The last reading is automatically displayed for 2 seconds when the unit is switched ON.

How it works

The Forehead thermometer measures infrared energy radiated from the skin above the eyebrow area and the surrounding tissue. Temperature readings obtained by scanning the temple area will provide the greatest accuracy.

The Forehead thermometer has been clinically tested and proven to be safe and accurate when used in accordance with its operating instruction manual.

Normal temperature is a range. The range of normal also varies from person to person and fluctuates throughout the day. It is therefore important to determine your normal temperature range. A person's normal temperature range tends to decrease with age.

The best way to determine your normal temperature range is to use the thermometer when feeling well. Record readings twice a day (early morning and late afternoon). Take the average of the two temperatures to calculate normal oral equivalent temperature.

A child's normal temperature can be as high as 99.9°F or as low as 97.0°F. Remeasure with a standard digital thermometer for confirmation, especially on infants.

Fever guidance feature

Fever Guidance helps you to better understand the meaning of your child's temperature with the color indicated on the display. The screen displays green if no fever, yellow when the temperature is slightly elevated and a red alert for fever.

How to use your Braun Forehead thermometer

First time use

Insert 2 AAA batteries.
Remove 98.6°F label from display.

1. Power on
   Press and release the power button once.
   
   Backlight will come on and the warm up sequence starts.
   
2. Ready
   When device displays STEADY "00" on the screen, it's ready to take a measurement.
   
3. Position
   Position the thermometer on the forehead, just above the eyebrow. Be sure to hold the thermometer flush against the forehead. If the eyebrow area is covered with hair, sweat or dirt, please clean the area beforehand to improve the reading accuracy.
   
   NOTE: Always remove the protective scanner cap before taking a temperature reading.
4. Take temperature Press the "Temperature button" and slowly swipe diagonally down the forehead to the temple and then back. Be sure to hold the thermometer flush against the forehead while you swipe.
   When the temperature button is pressed a dashed line will appear on the screen and a soft beeping is heard to let you know the thermometer is working. Do not remove the thermometer from the forehead until you hear the long, 2-second confirmation beep.
   
   
5. Read temperature
   At the confirmation beep, remove the thermometer from the forehead and read the temperature. The screen will illuminate the appropriate color for the temperature reading. Green for normal temperatures, Yellow for slightly elevated temperatures, and Red indicates that fever may be present.
   
   To repeat
   Go to step 3.
6. To turn off
   Press the power button. To conserve battery power, the unit will automatically shut down after 20 seconds of no use.

Temperature taking hints

Patients should stay in steady - state room condition for at least 30 minutes.

Hold the thermometer flush against the forehead and swipe slowly from above the eyebrow down to the temple, and back again. Swiping too slow or too fast may impact your reading.

Do not remove the thermometer from the forehead before hearing the final beep.

Do not take a measurement while or immediately after nursing a baby.

Do not use the Forehead thermometer in high humidity environments.

Patients should not drink, eat, or be physically active before/while taking the measurement.

Before placing the thermometer sensor onto the forehead, remove dirt, hair, or sweat.

Use an alcohol swab to carefully clean the sensor and wait for 5 minutes before taking a measurement on another patient. Wiping the forehead with a warm or cool cloth may impact your reading. It is advised to wait 15 minutes before taking a reading.

Always take the temperature in the same location, since the temperature readings may vary from different locations on the forehead.

In the following situations it is recommended that three temperatures in the same location be taken and the highest one taken as the reading:

• Newborn infants in the first 100 days.
• Children under three years of age with a compromised immune system and for whom the presence or absence of fever is critical.
• When the user is learning how to use the thermometer for the first time until he/she has familiarized himself/herself with the instrument and obtains consistent readings.

Memory mode

The Braun Forehead thermometer includes a memory feature to recall the last temperature reading. The last temperature taken is stored in its memory and will be automatically displayed for 2 seconds when it is turned on.

Calibration

The thermometer is initially calibrated at the time of manufacture. If this thermometer is used according to the use instructions, periodic re-adjustment is not required. If at any time you question the accuracy of temperature measurements, please contact Consumer Relations.

Manufacturing date is given by the LOT number located inside the battery compartment. The first three (3) digits after LOT represent the Julian date that the product was manufactured and the next two (2) digits represent the last two numbers of the calendar year the product was manufactured. The last identifiers are the letters that represent the manufacturer.

An example: LOT 11612, this product has been manufactured on the 116th day of the year 2012.

Errors and troubleshooting

Error Message	Situation	Solution
	Error Symbol: during taking measurement A "Err" sign appears when the temperature measured is BELOW 93.2°F The mark "Err" appears if the operating temperature is ABOVE 108°F	When you receive this symbol, press the power button to reset the thermometer before taking a new measurement.
	When ambient temperature is too high or too low to take an accurate reading, device will provide an "Err" message with flashing up/down arrow icon. The error message will appear after start up and memory recall.	When you receive this symbol, press the power button to reset the thermometer before taking a new measurement. If the ambient temperature is not within the allowed range of 60.8-104°F, you will not be able to take a reading.
	Low Battery When 20% of battery life is left, the display FLASHES the low battery warning symbol, however, the device can still work until the battery life has 0% left.	Replace batteries
	Dead Battery Indication If the steady battery icon is the only symbol shown on the display, the device can not work.	Replace batteries
	Blank display Thermometer does not have power.	Please check if the batteries have been loaded correctly. Also check polarity (<+> and <–>) of batteries.

Care and cleaning

Use an alcohol swab or cotton swab moistened with alcohol (70% Isopropyl) to clean the thermometer casing and the measuring probe. Ensure that no liquid enters the interior of the thermometer. Never use abrasive cleaning agents, thinners or benzene for cleaning and never immerse the instrument in water or other cleaning liquids. Take care not to scratch the surface of the LCD by replacing the protective cap after use.

Replacing the batteries

The Forehead thermometer comes with 2 AAA batteries.

To install the batteries, slide open the battery door as shown. Insert 2 AAA batteries, correctly positioning with positive "+" and negative "-" as shown. Replace the battery door and close securely.

Replace the batteries when the flashing battery symbol appears on the LCD screen. Dispose of batteries according to local waste management directions.

Limited three year warranty

If for any reason (other than misuse or normal battery replacement) you are dissatisfied with your Forehead thermometer, we will repair or replace it, at our option, free during the three year warranty period. Modification to the product by the consumer is not authorized and voids the warranty.

If the thermometer does not function properly, first check the batteries. Replace if necessary. If repair is necessary call our Consumer Relations Department at 1-800-327-7226 or write to Kaz Incorporated, Consumer Relations epartment, 250 Turnpike Road, Southborough, MA 01772 USA, or e-mail consumerrelations@kaz.com, explaining just how the thermometer is improperly working.

Product specifications

See instruction of use

Type BF Equipment

This infrared thermometer meets requirements established in ASTM Standard E 1965-98 (for the thermometer system). Full responsibility for the conformance of the product to the standard is assumed by Kaz USA, Inc., 250 Turnpike Rd., Southborough, MA 01772, USA.

ASTM laboratory accuracy requirements for the thermometer only in the display range of 96.8°F to 102.2°F (36°C to 39°C) for infrared thermometers is ± 0.4°F (± 0.2°C), whereas for mercury-in-glass and electronic thermometers, the requirement per ASTM Standards E 667-86 and E 1112-86 is ± 0.2°F ( ± 0.1°C).

This device conforms to the following standards:
IEC 60601-1 3rd Edition «Medical electrical equipment» –
Part 1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance
DIN EN 12470-5: 2003 «Clinical thermometers» –
IEC 60601-1-2: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance –
Collateral Standard: Electromagnetic compatibility –
Requirement and tests
NOTE: Do not use this device in the presence of electromagnetic or other interference outside the normal range specified in IEC 60601-1-2.
Internally Powered Equipment
Continuous Operation
Not Protected against Ingress of Water

MEDICAL ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT needs special precautions regarding EMC. For detailed description of EMC requirements please contact Consumer Relations.

Portable and mobile RF communications equipment can affect MEDICAL ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT.

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