Product Description; How To Read The Display; How To Apply A New Probe Cover - Vicks V971CFN-CAN Instruction Manual

3. Product Description

(1) Probe Cover
(2) Soft Probe Tip
(3) Readout Display
(4) Start Button
(5) ON/OFF Button
(6) Battery Cover
(7) Probe Cover
Applicator
(8) Protective
Storage Cap
4. How the VICKS ® Ear Thermometer Measures Ear Temperature
The VICKS Ear Thermometer measures infrared energy radiated from
the eardrum and the surrounding tissue. This energy is collected
through the sensing lens and converted to a temperature value. The
measured reading obtained directly from the eardrum (Tympanic
Membrane) can ensure the most accurate ear temperature.
Measurements taken from the surrounding tissue of the ear canal
generate lower readings and may result in misdiagnosis of a fever.
To avoid an inaccurate measurement:
• Use VICKS probe covers. The unit is calibrated to work with probe covers.
• Straighten the ear canal by gently pulling the middle of the ear back and up. Pull the ear
straightback for newborns to age 1.
• Place the probe firmly into the ear canal. Press the Start button and keep the sensor in the
ear until the thermometer beeps to indicate completion of the measurement.
The VICKS Ear Thermometer has been clinically tested to meet ASTM standard E-1065
as pertains to infrared thermometers. It is proven to be safe and accurate when used
in accordance with this operating instruction manual.
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5. How to Read the Display

Display Display Meaning
Self-check ensures proper
functioning.
Recall of last reading.
Ready to measure.
Measurement complete.
Low battery indication.
Unit will not take accurate
measurements.

6. How to Apply a New Probe Cover

(1) Remove protective cap from thermometer.
Pull probe cover into position over the hole in
the top of dispenser.
(3) Completely push the tip into the
probe cover holder hole. Push firmly.
NOTE:
• Unit is calibrated to work with probe covers. Only use of VICKS probe covers ensures
accuracy and hygienic use.
• In order to avoid spreading germs, please use a new probe cover for each measurement.
• Check to ensure probe cover is fitted on firmly before use. If the probe cover is broken,
discard and apply a new one immediately.
• Failure to use probe covers each time will result in low, misreadings.
Description
Press the ON/OFF button to turn
on the unit. All icons will be
shown for 2 seconds.
The last reading will be shown
on the display automatically for
3 seconds.
The unit beeps once and the
°F icon will keep flashing.
The reading will be shown on
the LCD display. When the °F
starts to flash the unit is ready
for next temperature.
The battery icon will flash when
the unit is on to alert you to
replace the batteries.
(2) With Protective Cap off, push the thermometer
vertically into the center part of the probe
cover.
(4) After feeling a slight click, take out the probe
with cover attached tightly.
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