K-Jump Health SC 1480 - Solar Clinical Thermometer Manual

Special features

The SC 1480 is a maximum thermometer, i.e. the highest temperature is displayed on a large LC display after only 10 seconds. The most recent measured value is always saved. If the temperature registers higher than 37,5°C the fever alarm will sound. No battery needed, the device is solar-powered.

Safety information

• The SC 1480 is suitable only for measuring human body temperatures.
• The thermometer is not a toy. Please keep the thermometer out of the reach of small children.
• Protect the SC 1480 from temperatures above 50°C.
• Never drop the SC 28 flex or open it.

Operating manual

Press the I/O button to switch on. A short signal tone shows that the device is in the "switched on" condition. A segment test takes place simultaneously (checks all display segments and carries out an internal function test (see under "Function test")). After this, if the temperature measured by the temperature sensor is less than 32°C, the display shows an "L" and "°C". After around one second, the "°C" starts to blink. The „L" stands for low (less than 32°C).

The current temperature is continuously displayed during measurement, and the "°C" blinks during the entire measurement time. The measurement is completed after around 10 seconds.
After the measurement is completed, the temperature value measured remains in the display until the SC 1480 is switched off. To turn the device off after use, press the I/O button briefly. The signal tone will again be sounded. If the device is not switched off, a signal tone is sounded after around 3 minutes and the device then switches off automatically.

Function test

The thermometer is checked for correct functioning automatically every time it is switched on. All segments are displayed, and then L°C. If a failure (measurement inaccuracy) is recognised, "ERR" (Error) is shown in the display.

Fever alarm

If the temperature measured is 37.5°C or higher, a fever alarm is sounded (short double beeps for about 4 seconds). Four long beeps indicate that measurement is completed and the temperature is below 37.5°C.

Display of last measured value

If you keep the I/O button pressed for longer than three seconds, the last measured value will be shown in the display. As soon as you release the I/O button, the device is ready to take measurements.

Measured value deviation

The measured temperatures will always deviate, depending on the measurement location. This is normal, and caused by deviations in temperature distribution on the human body. You could, for example, measure a rectal temperature of 36.6°C, an oral temperature of 36.1°C and an underarm value of 35.6°C.

Measurement locations

In the mouth (oral)

Small temperature variations in the mouth between measurements are normal. These are caused by varying temperature distribution within the mouth. Try to place the thermometer in one of the two heat pockets under the tongue, to the left and right of the tongue root. The measurement sensor must have good contact with the tissue. The subject should close the mouth and breathe normally through the nose so that the measured result is not affected by breathed air. Measuring period: approx. 10 seconds

In the anus (rectal)

This is the safest method. It is particularly suitable for infants and small children. Guide the thermometer point carefully max. 2 cm into the anus. Measuring period: approx. 10 seconds

Under the arm (axillary)

From a medical viewpoint this type of measurement leads to inaccurate values. It is therefore unsuitable for carrying out exact measurements.

How to charge the battery

As soon as the symbol appears in the LC display, please charge the battery. Please expose the back of the device to a light source of 500 - 600 lux for about one hour (corresponds to a standard LED light source with 806 lumens with a beam angle of 120° and a distance of 40 cm from the solar clinical thermometer). After this time the battery has reached a capacity for approx. 40 measurements.

Measurement checks

Checking the accuracy of the thermometer is not necessary in most cases. If you require a measurement check (at your expense), please send the thermometer to our customer service address. Please make sure it is well packaged and that the correct postage stamps are applied.

Cleaning and disinfection

Please only use an alcohol pad. Alcohol pads can be purchased from any dispensing chemist. We recommend the use of Mucocit-F2000 or Helipur Hplus to disinfect the thermometer when it is being used in medical facilities. Both are effective against all hospital-typical pathogens and can be purchased from any dispensing chemist.

Microbial contamination

Because a hundred percent disinfection is not possible under conditions at home, it is urgently recommended that every patient should use their own fever thermometer.

Guarantee

We give a guarantee period of 2 years from the date of purchase. We guarantee perfect design of this article. We will rectify all material or manufacturing errors during the guarantee period. If, contrary to expectations, defects are found, please send the device back to our customer service department. Please enclose the proof of purchase and a description of the defect so that the problem can be rectified as soon as possible. The guarantee excludes damages caused by improper handling.

Disposal note

Defect devices or devices which are taken out of operation at the end of their service life may still contain residues which could present a risk to the environment. Please dispose of the device in a suitable and correct way at a collection point for old electrical items.

Specifications

Type: maximum thermometer

Measuring range: 32.0°C to 43.9°C
Temperature below 32.0°C: display "L" for low.
Temperature above 43.9°C: display "H" for high.

Measurement accuracy: 0.1°C between 35.5°C and 42.0°C at a surrounding temperature of 18°C to 28°C.

Self-test: Automatic internal check of test value 37.0°C.
In case of deviation > 0.1°C, "Err" will be displayed.

Power supply: rechargeable battery, solar powered
approx. 40 measurements per 60 minutes recharge

Low battery display: the symbol shows when the battery must be recharge

Storage temperature: -10°C to 50°C
Specifications may change as technical improvements take place