OMRON Flex Temp II - Digital Thermometer Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• The thermometer is suitable exclusively for measurement of the body temperature!
• The minimum measurement time until the signaling tone [beep] must be maintained without exception!
• The thermometer contains small parts (battery, etc.) that can be swallowed by children. Keep the thermometer out of the reach of children.
• Damage may occur if the thermometer is dropped or struck against a hard surface.
• Avoid ambient temperatures above 60°C. NEVER boil the thermometer!
• Use only the commercial disinfectants listed in the section «cleaning and disinfecting»to clean the thermometer. The thermometer must be intact when immersed in liquid disinfectant.
• 
  The thermometer contains a long-life battery. The ( ) symbol in the right bottom corner of the display indicates the battery needs to be changed. Open the battery compartment by pulling the colored top firmly. Gently pull out the circuit board with battery compartment approximately 1 cm. Remove the battery by pushing a thin plastic or wooden tip (such as toothpick) through the small gap at the side of the battery holder. Push further to remove the battery from the holder. Replace the used battery with a new one paying attention to the "+" symbol on the battery which must be positioned upwards. For disposal, please comply with local regulations for special waste.
• The manufacturer recommends that the accuracy is verified by an authorized laboratory every 2 years. Please contact our Customer Services (0870 750 2771 0845) for advice (for UK only).

SWITCHING ON

Press the on/off button . A short beep-signal sounds, the device is on. All symbols show on the LCD display for a few seconds as a means of checking that the thermometer is functioning correctly. If available the last correctly measured temperature is displayed indicated by the "M"symbol. After this the device is ready for measurement indicated by a flashing "°C" symbol and a "Lo" indication at an ambient temperature of less than 32°C.

For changing between Fahrenheit and Celsius indication: Keep the on/off button pressed for approximately 4 seconds after switching on the unit.

HOW TO USE THE THERMOMETER

Position the sensor-tip in the preferred place of measurement – mouth, rectum or armpit. If the signaling tone (beep-beep-beep-beep) sounds 4 times and the «°C» is no longer flashing, this means that the measurement is finished and that the thermometer is ready for reading.

In the mouth (oral)

Position the thermometer under the tongue. The measuring sensor must be in good contact with the tissue. Close your mouth and breathe evenly through the nose to prevent the measurement from being influenced by inhaled/exhaled air. Approx. measuring time: 1 minute. Normal temperature between 35.7°C and 37.3°C.

In the anus (rectal)

This is the most reliable measuring method and is especially appropriate for infants and small children. Carefully insert the tip of the thermometer 2 to 3 cm into the anal aperture. Approx. measuring time 1 minute.

Normal temperature between 36.2°C and 37.7°C.

In the armpit (axillary)

From a medical viewpoint, this method will always provide inaccurate readings, and should not be used if precise measurements are required. Approx. measuring time: 1.5 minutes. Normal temperature between 35.2°C and 36.7°C.

To prolong the life of the battery, turn it off after use by pressing the operating button briefly. Otherwise the thermometer will automatically turn off after about 10 minutes.

CLEANING AND DISINFECTING

OMRON recommends to wipe the device with damp cloth. For disinfection, 70% Ethanol or Isopropyl alcohol can be used. Do not attempt to disinfect the sensing section of the thermometer by immersing in alcohol or in hot water (water over 50°C).

For professional use:

Do not use Chlorhexidine for disinfecting the thermometer. Do not submerge this thermometer deeper than 15 cm and longer than 30 minutes.

The tip of the thermometer contains Nickel.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Type: Maximum thermometer FlexTemp II (MC-206-E)

Measurement range: 32°C to 43°C (89.6°F ~ 109.4°F)
Temp. < 32.0°C (89.6°F): display «Lo» for low
Temp. > 43.0°C (109.4°F): display «Hi» for high

Measurement accuracy: ±0.1°C between 32.0°C to 42.0°C
±0.2°F between 89.6°F to 109.4°F at ambient temperature of 10°C to 35°C (50.0°F to 95.0°F)

Display: Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) with 3 digits
Smallest unit of display: 0.1°C or 0.1°F

Signaling tone: For signaling that the thermometer is ready to use and that the temperature increase is less than 0.1°C/16 seconds

Memory: For storing the last measured value

Storage temperature: –25°C to +55°C (13.0°F to 131.0°F)

Battery: LR41 (AG3) or equivalent (1.5V)

Battery life: Approx 200 hours/1000 Measurements

This thermometer is designed according to the European Standard EN12470:2000, Clinical thermometers - Part 3: Performance of compact electrical thermometers (non-predictive and predictive) with maximum device.

WARRANTY

This product is guaranteed by Omron for 3 years after date of purchase.

Any damage caused by improper handling shall not be covered by warranty.

Batteries and packaging are also excluded from the warranty. All other damage claims excluded. A warranty claim must be submitted with the purchase receipt.

Read the instructions in this manual carefully.

Disposal of this product and used batteries should be carried out in accordance with the national regulations for the disposal of electronic products.

This device fulfills the provisions of the EC directive 93/42/EEC (Medical Device Directive).

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