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The confirmation beep indicates that an accurate temperature measurement has been
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taken. The result is shown on the display.
0-3
0-3
3-36
36+
Months
0-3
3-36
36+
Months
Age range
0-3 Months
>3-36 Months
>36 Months -
adult
For the next measurement, press Eject button
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to remove and discard used lens filter, and put on a
new, clean lens filter.
NOTE: Defaults to last age setting used if you do
not change.
The Braun ThermoScan Infrared Ear Thermometer
turns off automatically after 60 seconds of inactivity.
The thermometer can also be turned off by
pressing the Power button
The display will briefly flash OFF and it will go blank.
Temperature taking hints
Always replace disposable lens filters to maintain accuracy and hygiene. The right ear measurement may
differ from the measurement taken in the left ear. Therefore, always take the temperature in the same ear.
The ear must be free from obstructions or excess earwax build-up to take an accurate reading.
External factors may influence ear temperatures, including when an individual has:
Factor
Poor probe placement
Used lens filter
Dirty lens
In the cases below, wait 20 minutes prior to taking a temperature.
Factor
Extreme hot and cold room temperature
Hearing aid
Lying on pillow
Use the untreated ear if ear drops or other ear medications have been placed in the ear canal.
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3-36
36+
Months
Green
Normal temperature
≥35.8 – ≤37.4 °C
(≥96.4 – ≤99.4 °F)
≥35.4 – ≤37.6 °C
(≥95.7 – ≤99.6 °F)
≥35.4 – ≤37.7 °C
(≥95.7 – ≤99.9 °F)
.
Yellow
Red
Moderate fever
High fever
>37.4 °C
(>99.4 °F)
>37.6 – ≤38.5 °C
>38.5 °C
(>99.6 – ≤101.3 °F)
(>101.3 °F)
>37.7 – ≤39.4 °C
>39.4 °C
(>99.9 – ≤103.0 °F)
(>103.3 °F)
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