Braun ThermoScan 4 Manual page 6

NEVER insert a sharp object into the probe area or any other open
surface on the thermometer .
This thermometer consists of high-quality precision parts . DO NOT
drop the instrument . Protect it from severe impact and shock .
This thermometer must only be used with genuine Braun
ThermoScan® disposable lens filters (LF40/LF20) . Other lens filters
can lead to inaccuracy .
DO NOT modify the equipment without the manufacturer's
authorization .
To avoid inaccurate measurements ALWAYS use this thermometer
with a new, clean, disposable lens filter .
If the thermometer is accidentally used without a disposable lens
filter, clean the lens after use (see "Care and cleaning") .
Keep disposable lens filters out of reach of children .
This thermometer is intended for household use only .
Use of this thermometer is not intended as a substitute for
consultation with your physician .
Temperature elevation may signal a serious illness, especially in
neonates and infants, or in adults who are old, frail, or have a
weakened immune system . Please seek professional advice
immediately when a temperature elevation occurs on persons
that are:
• Neonates and infants under 3 months (Consult your physician
immediately if the temperature exceeds 99 .4 °F [37 .4 °C])
• Individuals over 60 years of age (Fever may be blunted or
absent in older individuals)
• Individuals having diabetes mellitus or a weakened immune
system (e .g ., HIV positive, cancer chemotherapy, chronic
immunosuppressant treatment, splenectomy)
• Individuals who are bedridden (e .g ., nursing home patient,
stroke, chronic illness, paraplegia, quadriplegia,
surgical recovery)
• A transplant recipient (e .g ., liver, heart, lung, kidney)
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