Thank you for choosing this Infrared Thermometer by RadioShack. Please carefully read this User’s Guide before using your new thermometer. Pay close attention to all warnings and safety precautions. 1. General Description The Non-Contact Infrared (IR) Thermometer can be used to measure body temperature and object surface temperature by sensing the emitted infrared (IR) radiation.
• Avoid measuring the surface temperature of extremely hot liquids; the hot steam produced by these liquids can condense in the sensor lens and damage the senor. • This device is not user serviceable. Do not disassemble, make modifications, or attempt to repair this device. •...
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4. Measurement Modes and Ranges This infrared thermometer has two measurement modes: Body (temporal/forehead): Accurately measures the skin surface temperature of a human forehead to determine body temperature. Surface (object): Measures the surface temperature of objects, liquids, and ambient room temperature. A person’s body temperature varies by the area of the body from which the temperature is taken.
5. Product Features • Accurate and fast, contact-free temperature readings • Two measurement modes: body temperature and surface temperature • Use body mode to quickly measure a person’s forehead (temporal) temperature to screen for fevers • Use surface mode to check the temperature of objects, liquids, and ambient room temperature •...
7. Operating Instructions 7.1. Before Use • Install two AAA batteries if not already installed. Power on the thermometer by pressing the trigger. If there is a low battery indicator on the display, replace the batteries. See Installing or Replacing Batteries section 7.3 for instructions. •...
7.3. Installing or Replacing Batteries Before using the thermometer, you will need to install batteries. If the batteries are low and need to be replaced, the low battery indicator will display in the bottom left of the display. If there is not enough power to operate the thermometer, the battery icon will flash, accompanied by a beep, and the device will power off.
7.5. Taking a Temperature Reading After completing the preparation steps and reading all warnings and cautions, you are ready to use your thermometer. Follow the steps below for the type of temperature you would like to measure: body or surface. Body Temperature 1.
7.6. Automatic Shutdown After 15 seconds of inactivity, the thermometer will automatically power off. 7.7. Memory Function While the thermometer is powered on and in BODY mode, press the + or - buttons to view previous body temperature readings. The thermometer can store up to 99 readings.
7.9. Adjusting Device Operation Settings To adjust the settings of the thermometer, press and hold the MODE button for two seconds, then press the MODE button again to cycle through functions, selecting the option you’d like to adjust. Code Function Notes Set °C/°F mode Press + or - to switch between Celsius and...
8.2. Cleaning the Body of the Thermometer • Using a soft, dry cloth, wipe both the thermometer display and unit body clean. • If the device is very dirty, use a soft cloth dampened with a small amount of cleaning alcohol. Important Notes •...
12. Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Solutions Device does not • Batteries are low. • Replace batteries. power on • Poor battery contact. • Batteries are not inserted • Reinstall batteries ensuring correctly. correct orientation (see section 7.3). Battery icon • Batteries are too low to operate •...
13. Product Specifications Product Name Infrared Thermometer Temperature Reading Body (temporal) Modes Surface (object, liquid) Power Supply 2 × AAA batteries, 3VDC Temperature Measurement Body temp.: 89.6 to 109.4°F (32 to 43°C) Range Surface temp.: 32 to 212°F (0 to 100°C) Body Temperature ±0.4°F (±0.2°C) at 95.9 to 107.6°F, Measuring Accuracy...
14. Applicable Standards The manufacturer declares that this device complies with the following applicable standards. EN 980 Symbols for use in the labeling of medical devices EN 1041 Information supplied by the mfg. with medical devices Medical electrical equipment, Part 1: General EN 60601-1 requirements for basic safety and essential performance Medical electrical equipment, Part 1-2: General...
15. Product Disposal Dispose of the device in accordance with all local and government laws and regulations. For more information, contact the local authority responsible for waste disposal. 16. Signs and Symbols This device complies with the essential requirements of Directive 93/42/ 0598 EEC for medical devices.
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. If you cannot eliminate the interference, the FCC requires that you stop using your product.
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Fort Worth, Texas 76106 USA help@radioshack.com 1-800-THE-SHACK 07/20 www.RadioShack.com Catalog № 2200245[A] PC868 User’s Guide Rev. A, Last Revised 7/23/2020 Shenzhen Pacom Medical Instruments Co., Ltd. 8 Floor, B District, B Building No. 5, Industry Five Road, Jianbian Community, Songgang, Shenzhen, China +86-755-32920339 Shanghai International Holding Corp., GmbH (Europe)