Datascope Accutorr Plus Service Manual page 53

1.3.11 TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT (optional)
NOTE: For information on the optional AccuTemp IR Thermometer Module see the
Operating Instructions manual that is provided with the thermometer, part number
0070-00-0346.
NOTE: For information on the Welch Allyn Sure Temp Thermometer, see the Operating
Instructions manual that is provided with the thermometer, Welch Allyn part number
70873-0000D
An optional Predictive Thermometer Module (PTM) is available to connect to the
Accutorr Plus. The Predictive Thermometer provides temperature measurements in
approximately 30 seconds. The Predictive Thermometer module takes oral, rectal or
axillary temperatures.
For instructions on how to connect the temperature module see section 1.3.17.
Patient temperature depends upon the site measured. Predictive Thermometers are
typically substicuced for mercury thermometers to measure oral, rectal and axillary sites.
While correlation among these various sites is generally good, actual temperature
differences among sites will vary by patient and physiological activity. Consequently,
attempts to estimate the temperature of one site based on the temperature of any other
site (e.g., rectal temperature vs. axillary temperature) have met with less than favorable
results.
WARNING: It is essential that a single use disposable probe cover is used when taking
temperature measurements,
1.3.11.1 Predictive Thermometer Measurements
When the predictive thermometer probe is removed from its holder, the Interval/Elap.
Time/Temp display shows 85°F (29.4°C). This is an internal self test feature. Once the
probe is in place in the patient and the probe detects a temperature greater then 85°F
(29.4°C) , the Time/Temp display will begin flashing. When the temperature
measurement is complete, the display will stop flashing and a beep tone is sounded.
NOTE: After a measurement allow 60 seconds for the tip to cool before proceeding with
the next measurement.
1.3.11.2 How to Apply Probe Cover (PTM}
1. To open probe cover box, remove the "tear out" tab on the end of the box top:
2. Place the box of probe covers into the holder of the thermometer module with the
opening to the bottom.
3. Remove the probe from its chamber in the thermometer. This turns on the
thermometer.
4. Insert the probe into a probe cover in the box, and push firmly on the cap of the probe
handle until you feel the probe cover "snap" into place.
PRECAUTION: Use only Datascope recommended probe covers. Use of any other probe cover may
result in erroneous readings or damage to the probe.