ADC Adtemp II 413 Use, Care & Maintenance page 3

How to take temperature:
1. Place a probe cover carefully over the tip (Fig-
ure 1). Select oral, underarm or rectal as your
measurement site based on the individual requir-
Figure 1
ing a temperature measurement.
2. Push the Multi-Function button located beside the display window. The ther-
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mometer will beep and the display will read: "188.8 ° ". This is a function check
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indicating the unit is working properly. The last measured temperature will be dis-
played for approximately 2-seconds. Next the thermometer will read ---°F.(or ---°C)
3. The °F or °C symbol will flash when the unit is ready to measure temperature.
Please note that the " " indicates a low battery. See instructions for replacing battery
before measuring temperature. Do not expect an accurate temperature reading if this
low battery indicator is present. An "ERR" message in the window indicates your
unit is not functioning properly.
4. Depending on the measurement site, the unit will complete measurement in approxi-
mately 30-40 (oral), 25-35 (rectal), or 90 (axillary) seconds. The display will flash
and the unit will beep signaling completion.
5. Read and record the temperature and time for reference. The reading will automati-
cally be stored in the memory.
6. Push the Multi-Function button to turn the unit off. This will prolong the battery
life. If you do not turn the unit off, it will shut off automatically in approximately 8'40"±1' min-
utes.
Oral use:
(for children 4 years and older)
1. Do not drink hot or cold fluids, exercise or perform other activities that will raise
or lower temperature readings when compared to your normal, average temperature.
The mouth should remain closed up to 5 minutes before attempting a reading.
2. Place the probe tip well under the tongue as indicated
(Figure 2).
3. Instruct children not to bite down on the probe.
4. The peak temperature should be reached in as little as 30*
seconds. Opening the mouth or improper placement of the
probe tip could result in a longer time for a reading.
Figure 2
(*30 second response time achieved in water bath test)
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