Taking A Measurement - ADC Adtemp 433 User Manual

5. Taking a Measurement

1. Turn on the thermometer by pressing the On/Measure button. The
thermometer will perform a self-test with all segments displayed for two
seconds, followed by three consecutive beeps. When ready to measure the
display will look like this:
2. If needed, press the Mode button to change between body mode and
surface mode.
3. Position the thermometer about 0.04" to 5.9" (0.1 cm to 15 cm) from the
center of the patient's forehead with the sensor aimed between the
eyebrows.
4. Press and release the On/Measure button to start measurement.
The unit will beep once when the measurement is complete.
The backlight color will display green, yellow, or red depending upon
the reading obtained.
Green:
≤
Yellow: 99.3°F to 100.4°F (37.4°C – 38.0°C)
Red:
≥ 100.5°F (38.1°C)
Note:
For best results, please allow about five seconds between
measurements. If using for high-volume, rapid mass screenings,
please allow a 30-second rest every five to ten measurements. These
precautions will prevent the infrared sensor from absorbing heat from
the measurement site, which can affect accuracy.
Note: If the patient's skin is covered with hair, perspiration, or dirt, clean
the area and wait 10 minutes before taking a measurement.
Note: Ensure that the thermometer is held firmly during measurement
and that the patient does not move until the measurement is complete.
Patient movement can impact the measurement.
99.2°F (37.3°C)
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