BD802 Dual Ear/Forehead Digital Thermometer Instruction Manual Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions Product Diagram Inserting the battery Real Time Clock Setting Directions for Use - Ear Mode Directions for Use - Forehead Mode Fever Alarm Memory Storage Measuring Temperature Under Scan Mode...
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BD802 Thank you for purchasing the BIOS Diagnostics™ Dual Ear/Forehead Thermometer. The BIOS Diagnostics™ Dual Ear/Forehead Thermometer is a high quality product incorporating the latest technology and tested in accordance with international standards. With its unique technology, this thermometer can provide safe, accurate and reliable readings with each measurement on people over 2 years of age.
Do not drop this instrument. Protect it from severe impact and shock. WARNING • Use of this BIOS Diagnostics™ Dual Ear/Forehead Thermometer is not intended as a substitute for consultation with your physician. • Keep the forehead and protective probe cover out of the reach of children.
concerns, and therefore, parents should not rely solely on temperature readings to evaluate the status of your child’s health. If you have any concerns, consult with your doctor. 2. PRODUCT DIAGRAM Forehead Probe Scan Button LCD Display Ear Probe ON / MEM Button Protective Probe Cover FIGURE 1 Protective Probe Cover...
3. INSERTING THE BATTERY 1. Open the battery cover located on the lower inner side of the thermometer. 2. Insert the battery (included) under the metal hook on the left side and press the battery down until you hear a click. 3.
SETTING SEqUENCE HOUR > MINUTES > YEAR > MONTH > DAY > Then leave the setting screen. NOTE: The device will automatically shut off if left idle for more than one minute. The LCD will show the date, time, and room temperature continuously.
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4. To measure ear temperature accurately, first straighten the ear canal. To straighten the ear canal for ages 2 years to adult: gently pull the outer ear “up and back”. Fully insert the thermometer gently into the ear. Ages 2 years to adult 5.
6. DIRECTION FOR USE – FOREHEAD MODE 1. If probe is not attached, attach following the steps below. Attaching or Removing Forehead Probe: On the backside of the thermometer you will see a small arrow close to the head. When removing or attaching forehead probe line up the arrow on the device head with the arrow on the forehead probe.
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FIGURE 5 FIGURE 5.1 6. Forehead temperature is displayed in oral mode. This mode converts the forehead temperature to display its ‘oral equivalent’ value. 7. Before measurement, remain in a stable environment and avoid exercise and bathing for 30 minutes prior. 8.
7. FEVER ALARM If the thermometer detects a body temperature greater than 37.5°C / 99.5°F in either the Ear or Forehead modes it will make a long beeping sound followed by 3 short beeps, indicating a potential fever. 8. MEMORY STORAGE When in ‘power on’...
• This mode shows the actual, unadjusted surface temperatures, which are different from the body temperature. 10. STOPWATCH MODE 1. Power On: Press the ‘ON/MEM’ button. 2. After the power is on, press and hold the ‘ON/ MEM’ button and then at the same time press the ‘SCAN’...
Note: The real time clock must be set up first before this function is available (see Section 3 for how to set up the time and date.) 12. CHANGING FROM CELSIUS TO FAHRENHEIT 1. In ‘Power Off; mode (The LCD only shows the date, time, and room temperature).
14. BATTERY REPLACEMENT 1. Open the battery cover located on the lower inner side of the thermometer. 2. Hold the device and insert a small screwdriver or pen to remove the existing battery. 3. Insert the new battery under the metal hook on the left side and press the battery down until you hear a click.
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Compliance with the following standards: • ASTM E1965-98, EN12470-5:2003 Clinical thermometers-Part 5: Performance of infra-red ear thermometers (with maximum device). IEC60601-1-2 (EMC), EN60601-1 (Safety) standards. Accuracy: 1. For Forehead / Ear mode: • +/- 0.2°C (0.4°F) during 36°C to 39°C (96.8°F to 102°F) •...
16. TROUBLESHOOTING Error Message Problem Solution Error 5-9, the system is not Unload the battery, wait functioning properly. for 1 minute and repower Measurement before Wait until all the icons device stabilization. stop flashing. The device showing a Allow the thermometer rapid ambient temperature to rest in a room for at change.
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(1) In Ear / Forehead Mode: Take measurement Temperature taken is higher within one of the target than 42.2°C (108°F). zones specified. If the temperature is still beyond (2) In Scan Mode: the specified range, Temperature taken is higher remove the battery and than 80°C (176°F).
17. TWO YEAR WARRANTY If this product proves to be defective in material or workmanship within two years of purchase, it will be repaired or replaced without charge upon receipt of the unit prepaid with $5.00 to cover handling, packaging and return postage to the address below.
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