Alaris 2090 Directions For Use Manual

Alaris 2090 Directions For Use Manual

Ivac corecheck tympanic thermometer system

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CORE • CHECK
®
Tympanic Thermometer System
Thermometer
Model 2090

Directions for Use

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Summary of Contents for Alaris 2090

  • Page 1: Directions For Use

    CORE • CHECK ® Tympanic Thermometer System Thermometer Model 2090 Directions for Use...
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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ABOUT THE SYSTEM ......................FEATURE SUMMARY .
  • Page 4 Tel: (34) 91 657 20 31 Fax: (31) 33 455 51 01 Fax: (34) 91 657 20 42 ALARIS Medical Australia Pty Ltd, 8/167 Prospect Highway, Seven Hills, NSW 2147 ALARIS Medical France, S.A., ALARIS Medical Norway A/S Australia. Solbréveien 10A, 1383 ASKER, 95, rue Péreire,...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    About the System This manual is a guide for using the CORE•CHECK ® Tympanic Thermometer System Model 2090. The CORE•CHECK ® Thermometer is designed to measure infrared energy emitted from the tympanic membrane. Infrared energy is generated by the vibration and movement of molecules in all matter. As temperature increases so does molecular activity, causing an increase in the radiation of infrared energy.
  • Page 6: Feature Summary

    Feature Summary Thermometer Features Disposable Probe Cover • Accurate, non-invasive determination of core temperature • Temperature measurement within 3 seconds • Anti-theft feature • Durable by design and construction • User-selectable Celsius or Fahrenheit temperature readings • Display backlight for low-light conditions •...
  • Page 7: Definitions

    Definitions ENSURE LENS Cleaning Advisory. IS CLEAN BEFORE USE U S E O N L Y Alkaline battery used. 9V ALKALINE Anti-Theft notification. OPEN PRESS TO SLIDE Instructions for probe cover dispenser. CLOSE AND LOCK External Auditory Canal A narrow, tube-like passage through which sound enters the ear, also named an external auditory canal.
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  • Page 9: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED To ensure proper performance of the CORE•CHECK ® Thermometer and to reduce potential injury, observe the following precautions. Warnings and Cautions Definitions WARNING A warning is an alert to potential serious outcomes (death, injury or serious adverse events) to the patient or user. CAUTION A caution is an alert to take special care for the safe and effective use of the device.
  • Page 10: Instrument Features

    Instrument Features Figure 1 CORE•CHECK ® Tympanic Thermometer System PROBE LENS PROBE COVER DETECTOR Assures a new PROBE TIP temperature is not displayed unless probe cover is replaced after INFORMATION each measurement. DISPLAY (Use P90 probe Displays temperature covers). for approximately four minutes or until next measurement is BACKLIGHT BUTTON...
  • Page 11: Setup Procedure

    Setup Procedure 1. Carefully unpack the CORE•CHECK ® Tympanic Thermometer Q u i c k G u i d e System and ensure the thermometer, dispenser, and home base are undamaged. Packaging will include a battery, battery Set °C/ °F switch mode compartment cover, extra probe tips and a probe cover wall Install battery bracket.
  • Page 12 Setup Procedure (Continued) Figure 3 Battery Terminals Battery Compartment Battery °C/°F Switch Battery Cover Figure 4 Probe Cover Detector Press CORE Figure 5 Information Display REPLACE BATT COVER CAL ERROR RETURN TO BASE GETTING STARTED...
  • Page 13: Operating Instructions

    • Slide door down until locked in closed position, leaving the tab outside the door. • Firmly grasp tab and pull it out of the dispenser. NOTE: Use only ALARIS Medical Systems ® P90 probe covers with the CORE•CHECK ®...
  • Page 14: Taking A Temperature

    Taking A Temperature CAUTION • The most important step in obtaining accurate temperatures is correct placement of the probe tip with a P90 disposable Evaluate condition of the patient's ear and probe cover in the patient's ear. adjacent skin. The thermometer should not be used on patients with ear drainage, •...
  • Page 15 Taking A Temperature (Continued) • Hold thermometer in place until temperature reading is displayed (Approximately three seconds). The green indicator light (below the display) will flash briefly. NOTE: Removal of the thermometer from the ear before a temperature is displayed will result in a low temperature reading. •...
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  • Page 17: Information Displays

    INFORMATION DISPLAYS The following examples are LCD display screens modes. ® CORE • CHECK Thermometer LCD Display Screens Self-Test - Displays with initiation of each measurement. Inspect display to ensure all segments are operating as shown. NOTE: If this self-test display continues to flash, it indicates the battery should be replaced.
  • Page 18 ® CORE • CHECK Thermometer LCD Display Screens (Continued) BATT LOW (Battery Low) - Battery is low and requires CORE replacement. BATT LOW REPLACE BATT (Replace Battery) - Battery must be replaced. (Figure 3). REPLACE BATT CAL (Recalibrate Instrument) - Indicates calibration of the CORE thermometer should be checked.
  • Page 19: Maintenance

    7.5 x 1.5 x 3.0 inches (19.05 x 3.81 x 7.62 centimeters) Weight: 8 ounces with battery (266 grams) Case Material: Durable, impact resistant plastic Disposable: ALARIS Medical Systems ® , P90 Probe Covers Humidity: 15% to 90% Noncondensing Storage Temperature: -35°C to 60°C (-32°F to 140°F)
  • Page 20: Thermometer Cleaning

    • ALARIS Medical Systems recommends the CORE•CHECK ® Thermometer be calibrated every ten thousand readings or every six months, whichever comes first. The CAL message automatically flashes after ten thousand readings. • Calibration must be performed using the ALARIS Medical Systems ® CORE•CHECK ®...
  • Page 21 Thermometer Cleaning (Continued) If a specific cleaning agent or disinfectant is currently used, ALARIS Medical Systems recommends examining chemical ingredients prior to use on the thermometer. If an uncertain cleaning agent or disinfectant is currently being used on the instrument, call ALARIS Medical Systems.
  • Page 22: Service Information

    United States (800) 482-4822 Phone 44 1256 388229 01256 330 860 Technical Support Technical support, service information, applications, and manuals may be obtained by contacting an ALARIS Medical Systems ® representative. United States (800) 854-7128, extension 6003 UK, phone 44 1256 388229 When submitting any request for service, include: •...
  • Page 23: Warranty

    ALARIS Medical Systems to the original purchaser. Each new Thermometer is free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of one (1) year from the date of delivery by ALARIS Medical Systems to the original purchaser.
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  • Page 26 ® and CORE• CHECK ® are registered trademarks of ALARIS Medical Systems, Inc. All other trademarks belong to their respective owners. U.S. Patent Nos. 4,907,895; 6,332,090; CA Patented/Breveté Nos. 2037775; 2037940; DE D.B.P. No. 446788; GB Patent No. 446788; JP Patent Nos.

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