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  • Page 1 SureTemp Plus ® REF 690 and 692 Directions for use...
  • Page 2 Welch Allyn SureTemp © 2016 Welch Allyn, Inc. To support the intended use of the product described in this publication, the purchaser of the product is permitted to copy this publication, for internal distribution only, from the media provided by Welch Allyn.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Welch Allyn Service Policy ......24 Contacting Welch Allyn ......24 Limited Warranty .
  • Page 4 Welch Allyn SureTemp Plus...

  • Page 5: Conforms With

    Symbols and Descriptions Consult directions for use (DFU). A copy of the DFU is available on this website. A printed copy of the DFU can be ordered from Welch Allyn for delivery within 7 calendar days. Type BF Applied Part Fragile +55°C...

  • Page 6: Safety And Warnings

    WARNING Patient injury risk. Use only Welch Allyn single-use disposable probe covers. A new probe cover needs to be used with each new temperature taken.
  • Page 7 Caution Welch Allyn recommends that batteries are removed for long term storage since alkaline batteries can deteriorate and leak over extended periods of time, and possibly cause damage to the thermometer.

  • Page 8: Introduction

    The following table shows that ranges of normal also vary by site. Do not directly compare measurements from different sites. This booklet provides informative tips and instructions for using the SureTemp Plus model 690 and model 692 thermometers. The chart on the following page provides details about the differences between these SureTemp Plus instruments.

  • Page 9: Suretemp Plus Model Comparison Chart

    Directions for use SureTemp Plus Model Comparison Chart This manual describes features found in SureTemp Plus model 690 and 692 thermometers. Certain features are not available to users of the model 690 thermometer. SureTemp Plus Model SureTemp Plus Model Probe Cover Storage...

  • Page 10: Latex Statement

    Parts and Features You can find the serial number of your device on a label affixed to the rear housing inside the unit’s probe cover storage compartment. Please note the parts of your Welch Allyn SureTemp Plus thermometer as shown below:...

  • Page 11: Button Functions

    “snaps” into position and is completely seated to the thermometer. Place the probe into the well. 3. Insert the box of Welch Allyn disposable probe covers into the probe cover storage holder. To open the box of probe covers, remove and discard the tear-away corner. You will see the ends of the probe covers in the box.
  • Page 12 Welch Allyn SureTemp Plus Proper mounting of the unit will prevent tangling of the probe cord with other equipment at the patient’s bedside. 1. Mount the instrument so that all other objects are no closer than 4 inches (10.25 cm) from the sides and bottom of the unit.

  • Page 13: Display Indicators

    The device is not working properly. Contact Welch Allyn’s Customer Service Department for assistance. Broken Probe The probe is broken. Replace probe or contact Welch Allyn’s Customer Service Department for assistance. Loss of Tissue Contact The probe has lost contact with the patient’s tissue. The icon will disappear once proper contact is achieved.
  • Page 14 Welch Allyn SureTemp Plus Rectal Mode This flashing icon and/or word are displayed to show that the Rectal Mode is selected. Monitor Mode This icon is displayed while in Monitor Mode. Monitor Mode is used for continuous temperature monitoring when difficult situations prevent accurate temperatures in the Normal Mode.

  • Page 15: Oral Temperature Measurement

    TAKING AN ORAL TEMPERATURE WARNING Do not take a patient’s temperature without using a Welch Allyn disposable probe cover. Doing so can cause patient discomfort, patient cross contamination, and erroneous temperature readings.

  • Page 16: Axillary Temperature Measurement

    (ages 18 and older) in approximately 12–15 seconds. PLACING THE THERMOMETER INTO AXILLARY MODE WARNING Do not take a patient’s temperature without using a Welch Allyn disposable probe cover. Doing so can cause patient discomfort, patient cross contamination, and erroneous temperature readings.

  • Page 17: Rectal Temperature Measurement

    1. Load a probe cover by inserting the probe into a probe cover and pressing the probe handle down firmly. The probe handle will move slightly to engage the probe cover. WARNING Use only Welch Allyn probe covers. The use of other manufacturer’s probe covers or no probe cover may produce temperature measurement errors and/or inaccuracy.
  • Page 18 WARNING Cross contamination or nosocomial infection risk. Thorough hand- washing greatly reduces the risk of cross-contamination and nosocomial infection. WARNING Do not take a patient’s temperature without using a Welch Allyn disposable probe cover. Doing so can cause patient discomfort, patient cross contamination, and erroneous temperature readings.

  • Page 19: Monitor Mode Temperature Measurement

    Directions for use 10. Wash your hands. WARNING Washing hands greatly reduces the risk of cross-contamination and Nosocomial Infection. Monitor Mode Temperature Measurement Using Probe with Blue Ejection Button (Oral/Axillary) or Red Ejection Button (Rectal) Monitor Mode continuously displays the temperature of the probe for as long as the probe remains in place at the measurement site and remains within the operating patient temperature range.
  • Page 20 Welch Allyn SureTemp Plus TAKING A TEMPERATURE USING MONITOR MODE WARNING Do not take a patient’s temperature without using a Welch Allyn disposable probe cover. Doing so can cause patient discomfort, patient cross contamination, and erroneous temperature readings. 1. Ensure that both the appropriately colored probe and matching probe well for the intended measurement site (oral/axillary or rectal) are installed.

  • Page 21: Instrument Security

    Directions for use Instrument Security The SureTemp Model 692 thermometer is equipped with electronic security options designed to reduce the risk of theft. These options include both Temperature Count and Instant-On security features. TEMPERATURE COUNT The Temperature Count security feature allows you to take a set number of temperature readings before the instrument goes into the security alarm state.

  • Page 22: Cleaning And Disinfection

    Welch Allyn SureTemp Plus 6. Replace the probe and probe well. Caution Remove the batteries, if the instrument is not used for an extended period of time, to avoid possible damage to the thermometer due to battery leakage. Cleaning and Disinfection Clean and disinfect on a routine basis according to each facility's policy or whenever contamination occurs.

  • Page 23: Performance And Technical Specifications

    Directions for use Parliament and the Council of the European Union on Waste Electronic and Electrical Equipment (WEEE). If this product is contaminated, this directive does not apply. For more specific disposal information, see www.welchallyn.com/weee, or contact Welch Allyn Customer Service at +44 207 365 6780. DISPOSING OF BATTERIES Dispose of used batteries properly.

  • Page 24: Guidence And Manufacturer's Declaration

    Electromagnetic Emissions The Welch Allyn SureTemp Plus model 690 and 692 is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the Welch Allyn thermometer should assure that it is used in such an environment.
  • Page 25 The Welch Allyn SureTemp Plus model 690 and 692 is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or user of the Welch Allyn thermometer should assure that it is used in such an environment. Immunity Test...
  • Page 26 Electromagnetic Immunity The Welch Allyn SureTemp Plus models 690 and 692 is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or user of the Welch Allyn thermometer should assure that it is used in such an environment.

  • Page 27: Replacement Parts And Accessories

    Welch Allyn SureTemp Plus model 690 and 692 The Welch Allyn SureTemp Plus models 690 and 692 is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled. The customer or user of the Welch Allyn thermometer can help prevent...

  • Page 28: Accessories List

    Before returning a product for repair, you must first obtain authorization from Welch Allyn. If you are advised to return a product to Welch Allyn for service or repair, you should schedule the repair with the Welch Allyn Service Center nearest you.

  • Page 29: Limited Warranty

    Model 692 and a period of two years for Model 690 from the date of first shipment from Welch Allyn. This warranty shall be fulfilled by Welch Allyn or its authorized representative repairing or replacing at Welch Allyn’s discretion, any such...
  • Page 30 Welch Allyn SureTemp Plus...
  • Page 32 4341 State Street Road Skaneateles Falls, NY 13153 Tel: +1 800 535 6663 Fax: +1 315 685 3361 www.welchallyn.com DIR# 80018382 Ver. A...

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