Microlife MT 410 - Antimicrobial Digital Thermometer Manual

Description of this Thermometer

1. ON/OFF button
2. Display
3. Antimicrobial copper coated battery compartment cover
4. Antimicrobial copper coated measuring sensor

This Digital Antimicrobial Medical Thermometer provides highly accurate readings over the human body temperature range. At the same time, it reduces the microbial flora and minimizes the dispersion of contagious microorganisms, providing high safety to the user.

Antimicrobial Copper Properties

Surfaces made or covered by special copper alloys, have strong antimicrobial properties against a wide variety of microorganisms*. Copper alloys emit antimicrobial copper ions Cu+ that whilst in contact with microbes and bacteria rupture their cellular membranes, thus destroying these microorganisms. This activity reduces the microbial flora on the coated area and – due to the «halo phenomenon» – simultaneously causes a drastic reduction in pathogens on the remaining body of the thermometer. Thermometers containing parts with antimicrobial copper alloys drastically reduce microbial flora, minimizing the dispersion of contagious microorganisms and thus providing high safety to the end user.
* Efstathiou A. Panos «The Role of Antimicrobial Copper Surfaces in Reducing Healthcare associated Infections», European Infectious Disease, Volume 5, Issue 2, Autumn 2011.

Turning on the Thermometer

To turn on the thermometer, press the ON/OFF button ; a short beep signals «thermometer ON». A display test is performed. All segments should be displayed.
The last measurement reading will be shown on the display automatically for 2 seconds with the «M» icon.
Then at an ambient temperature of less than 32°C, an «L» and a flashing «°C» appear at the display field . The thermometer is now ready for use.

Function Test

Correct functioning of the thermometer is tested automatically each time it is turned on. If a malfunction is detected (measurement inaccuracy), this is indicated by «ERR» on the display, and a measurement becomes impossible. In this case, the thermometer must be replaced.

Using the Thermometer

Before use, keep this thermometer out of any physical contact, for at least 2 hours. This utilizes the antimicrobial copper properties, as described in chapter «Antimicrobial Copper Properties». The use of antimicrobial copper is a supplement to and not a substitute for standard infectious control practices; Users must continue to follow all current infection control and cleaning practices. We recommend cleaning the thermometer as described in chapter «Cleaning and Disinfecting». Choose the preferred measuring method. When taking a measurement, the current temperature is continuously displayed and the «°C» symbol flashes. If the beep is heard 10 times and the «°C» is no longer flashing, the predictive end-temperature has been determined and the thermometer can be read now.
10 short beeps willsound when the temperature is higher than 37.5°C in order to alert the patient that he/she may have fever.
Reference: Oral temperature.
To achieve comparable results allow a 1 minute interval time between measurements.
To prolong the battery life, turn off the thermometer by briefly pressing the ON/OFF button . Otherwise the thermometer will automatically turn off after about 10 minutes.

Storage of Measured Values

If the ON/OFF button is pressed for more than 3 seconds when turning on the thermometer, the automatically stored maximum temperature during the last measurement will be displayed. At the same time, a «M» for memory will appear on the display. About 3 seconds after the button is released, the temperature value disappears and the thermometer is ready for measurement.

Measuring methods / Normal body temperature

• In the mouth (oral) / 35.5 - 37.5°C
  Position the thermometer in one of the two pockets under the tongue, to the left or right of the root of 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: 10 seconds!
• In the anus (rectal) / 36.6 - 38.0°C
  This is the most reliable measuring method, and is especially suitable for infants and small children. Carefully insert the measuring sensor of the thermometer 2 to 3 cm into the anal aperture.
  Approx. measuring time: 10 seconds!
• In the armpit (axillary) / 34.7 - 37.3°C
  To receive more reliable results we recommend measuring temperature orally or rectally.

Cleaning and Disinfecting

Clean the thermometer with a soft, dry cloth or with a cotton tissue moistened with Isopropyl alcohol (70%). Don't let the thermometer come into contact with any chemical thinner!
Please never immerse into liquids!

Battery Replacement

When the «» symbol (upside-down triangle) appears at the display field, the battery is flat and needs replacing. To replace the battery remove the battery compartment cover from the thermometer. Insert the new battery with the + at the top. Make sure you have a battery of the same type to hand. Batteries can be purchased at any electrical store.

Technical Specifications

This device complies with the requirements of the Medical Device Directive 93/42/EEC.
echnical alterations reserved.

Guarantee

We grant you a 5 year guarantee after the date of purchase. Any damage caused by improper handling shall not be covered by the guarantee. The battery and packaging are excluded from the guarantee. All other damage claims excluded. A guarantee claim must be submitted with the purchase receipt. Please pack your defective instrument well and send with sufficient postage to the Microlife distributor.
§ Greek national patent No: 1007847 (201101007847)/31.10.2011;
§ International Patent Application No: WO/2013/064847;
§ European Patent Application No: 12798356.7/17.10.2012.

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