Welch Allyn 690 Directions For Use Manual page 7

Directions for use 3
Caution Liquids can damage electronics inside the thermometer. Prevent
liquids from spilling on the thermometer. If liquids are spilled on the
thermometer, dry off the thermometer with a clean cloth. Check for proper
operation and accuracy. If liquids possibly entered the thermometer, remove the
thermometer from use until it has been properly dried, inspected, and tested by
qualified service personnel.
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.
Caution Do not autoclaveany component of this product. Please note the
cleaning procedures described on page 18 of this manual.
Caution Do not use this instrument for any purpose other than that specified in
this booklet. Doing so will invalidate the instrument's warranty.
Caution This thermometer complies with current required standards for
electromagnetic interference and should not present a problem to other
equipment nor is it effected by other devices. As a precaution, avoid using this
device in close proximity to other equipment.
Caution Inaccurate measurement risk. Patient activites such as strenuous
exercise, ingesting hot or cold liquids, eating, chewing gum or mints, brushing
teeth, or smoking may effect oral temperature measurements for up to 20
minutes.
Caution Probe covers are disposable, nonsterilized, and single-use. Probes are
also nonsterilized. Do not autoclave probes and probe covers. Ensure that probe
covers are disposed of according to facility requirements or local regulations.