ADC Adtemp ULTRA 417 Use, Care & Maintenance page 4

1. Turn the unit OFF, wait 1 minute and then turn ON again.
2. Retake temperature using proper technique while ensuring normal room temperature (between 73°F -
77°F / 23°C - 25°C).
3. If unit still reads LO, this indicates that the patient has low body temperature.
WARNING! A low body temperature requires immediate medical attention.
Display: Flickering HI (unit will beep 7 times):
Indication: The measured temperature is above 107.6°F (42°C):
1. Turn the unit OFF, wait 1 minute and then turn ON again.
2. Retake temperature using proper technique.
3. If unit still reads HI, this indicates that the patient has an extremely
high temperature.
WARNING! A high temperature requires immediate medical attention.
Display: Er 1 (unit will beep 5 times and power off automatically):
Indication: The thermometer is too cold or too hot to operate:
1. Verify room temperature is within product range 60.8°F-104°F (16° C - 40° C).
2. Wait 1 minute, retake temperature using proper technique.
Display: Er 2 (unit will beep 5 times and power off automatically):
Indication: Temperature did not register because of poor contact, patient movement or poor
placement.
1. Turn the unit OFF, wait 1 minute, turn it ON again and retake temperature using proper
technique. (See Operating Instructions.)
Display: Er 3 (unit will beep 5 times and power off automatically):
Indication: Unit malfunctioned.
1. Do not use the thermometer – contact Customer Service. (See last page.)
Display: Flickering battery (after displaying the last temperature measurement)
Indication: Low battery.
1. The battery has enough remaining life for approximately 10 more measurements. It is
recommended to replace the battery as soon as possible.
Display: Battery icon is on (unit will beep 5 times and power off automatically)
Indication: Drained battery.
1. The battery is drained - replace battery. (See below on Replacing Batteries.)
Care and Maintenance:
• Wipe the tip and probe with an alcohol swab or a cotton swab moistened with 70% isopropyl alcohol
before and after each use. After cleaning, wait at least 2 minutes before taking a measurement for the unit to
readjust to room temperature.
• Use only a soft dry cloth to clean the body of the thermometer (if necessary). Never use an abrasive
cleanser or submerge the thermometer in water or other liquids.
• Do not expose the thermometer to extreme temperatures, humidity, direct sunlight or shock.
• Store at room temperature.