Braun WelchAllyn ThermoScan Pro 3000 User manual

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The Braun ThermoScan thermometer has been carefully developed
for accurate, safe and fast human body temperature measurements
in the ear. The shape of the thermometer prevents it from being
inserted too far into the ear canai to damage the eardrum.
However, as with any thermometer, proper technique is critical
to obtaining accurate temperatures. Therefore, piease read all
instructions carefully and thoroughly before using this product.
Important
+ The probe window must be kept clean, dry, and undamaged
at all times to ensure accurate readings. To protect the probe
window, always keep the thermometer in the storage cover
while transporting or when not in use.
e This thermometer must only be used with genuine Braun
ThermoScan probe covers.
* Braun ThermoScan probe covers are for single use only.
e To avoid inaccurate readings, always attach a new, clean
probe cover for each temperature reading,
e Always store the thermometer with a probe cover in place.
How does Braun ThermoScan work?
The Braun ThermoScan thermometer measures the infrared heat
generated by the eardrum and surrounding tissue. To help ensure
accuracy, the thermometer “scans” by taking 8 measurements in
just one second and displaying the highest temperature.
The displayed ThermoScan temperature is the actual measured ear
canal temperature plus a mathematical adjustment to approximate
the familiar oral range. However, this is not necessarily the sarne as
an oral temperature measured at the same time.
Why measure in the ear?
Clinical studies have shown that the ear is an excellent site for
temperature measurement because temperatures taken in the ear
reflect the body’s core temperature. Body temperature is regulated
by the hypothalamus, which shares the same blood supply as
the tympanic membrane. Changes in core body temperature, are
usually seen sooner at the tympanic membrane than at other sites,
such as the rectum, mouth or under the arm.

Advantages of taking temperatures at the ear versus traditional
sites: -
e Axillary temperature readings only reflect skin temperature
which may not indicate the internal body temperature.
® Rectal temperatures often lag significantly behind internal body
temperature changes, especiaily at times of rapidly changing
temperatures.
e Oral temperatures are often influenced by eating, drinking,
thermometer placement, breathing through the mouth, or the
inability of the person to close their mouth completely.
Body temperature
Normal body temperature is a range, The following table! shows
that ranges of normal also vary by site. Therefore, readings from
different sites, even if taken at the same time, shouid not be directly
compared.
Axillary: 94.5ºF - 99.1°F 34.7°С - 37.3°С
Oral: 95.9°F - 99.5°F 35.5°C - 37.5°C
Rectal: 97.9°F -100.4°F 36.6°С - 38.0°С
ThermoScan?: 96.4°F -100.4°F 35.8°C - 38.0°C
Also, a person’s normal temperature range tends to decrease with
age. The foliowing table shows normal ThermoScan ranges by age.
Normal ThermoScan temperature ranges?
0- 2 years 97.5°F - 100.4°F 36.4°C - 38.0°C
3 - 10 years 97.0°F - 100.0°F 36.1°C - 37.8°C
11 - 65 years 96.6"F - 99.7°Е 35.9°C - 37.6°C
> 65 years 96.4°F - 99.5°F 35.8°C - 37.5°C
The range of normal varies from person to person and can be
influenced by many factors such as time of day, level of activity,
medications and gender.
1. Ghamberlain, J.M., Terndrup, T.E., New Light on Ear Thermometer Readings,
Contemporary Pediatrics, March 1994.
2. Chamberlain, J.M., et al., Determination of Normal Ear Temperature with an Infrared
Emission Detection Thermometer, Annals of Emergency Medicine, January 1995.

Product description
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. Probe cover
. Probe window
. Probe
. Probe cover detector
Probe cover ejector
. Display (LCD)
. LCD light button +
. ©/mem button (On/memory function)
Battery door lock
Battery door
Activation button
. Label
. Storage cover
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Package components
Braun ThermoScan thermometer
Use and Care manual
Quick Reference Guide
Probe covers (20, plus one on the thermometer)
Owner registration/warranty card
Additional items may be included as noted on
outer packaging
Label
The first time you use the thermometer, please
make sure to apply the special label included
in the package, in the language of your choice
(item 12 on page 3).
Infrared temperature reference available
separately
How to use Braun ThermoScan
1.
Always use a new, clean probe cover for each
measurement to help ensure an accurate
reading.
Attach a new, clean probe cover or, if already
attached, press the ©/mem button.
The LCD (liquid crystal display) is activated,
showing all segments.
When the ready symbol ©? is displayed
the thermometer is ready for use,

To help ensure an accurate temperature reading,
use the following technique:
If you are right handed, hold the thermometer
in the right hand and take the temperature in
the right ear. If you are left handed, hold it in the left
hand and use the left ear.
2. Perform an ear tug to straighten the ear canal.
This gives the thermometer a clear view of
the eardrum.
Children under 1 year:
Puli the ear straight back.
Children aged 1 year to adult:
Pull the ear up and back.
An ear tug is best performed by using your free
hand to grasp the outer edge of the top half of
the ear.
3. While tugging the ear, fit the probe snugly into
the ear canal as far as possible and press
the activation button. Release it when you hear
a beep. This is the Temp Beep that confirms the
end of measurement.
4. Remove the thermometer from the ear canal.
The LCD displays the temperature measured
and the probe cover symbol.
5. Replace the probe cover after each
measurement:
Press the ejector button and put on a new,
clean probe cover.
Only then, the probe cover symbol disappears
from the display. The thermometer is now ready
for use again.
6. If no button is pressed or no new probe cover is
attached within 30 seconds, the thermometer
will turn off automatically.
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Note: In the following situations, it is recommended that you
take three temperatures in the same ear. If they differ, use
the highest reading.
Infants in the first 90 days of life.
Children under three years of age who have a condition such
as a compromised immune system and for whom the
presence or absence of fever is critical.
When you are first learning to use the ear thermometer until
you are comfortable with the technique and are obtaining
consistent readings.
Important: As with any type of thermometer, slight temperature
variations (+ 0,3-0.5ºF /+0.2-0.3ºC) can occur, if consecutive
measurements are taken.
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Temperature taking hints
The right ear reading may differ from the reading taken at the left
ear. Therefore, always take the temperature in the same ear.
The ear must be free from obstructions or excess earwax build-
up to take an accurate reading.
External factors may influence ear temperatures, including when
an individual has:
— been lying on one ear or the other
— had their ears covered
— been exposed to very hot or very cold temperatures, or
— been recently swimming or bathing.
In these cases, remove the individual from the situation and wait
20 minutes prior to taking a temperature.

Memory mode
The last temperature taken before the thermometer powers down is
stored in memory. To enter the memory mode, press the ©/mem
button.
The last stored temperature is displayed along with the MEM symbol.
Even in memory mode, a new temperature can be taken provided
that the ready symbol 2 9 is shown.
To quit the memory mode, press the ©/mem button again.
LCD light
for easy nighttime reading
Changing the temperature scale
This thermometer is shipped with the Fahrenheit temperature scale
activated. If you wish to switch to Celsius (°C), proceed as follows:
+ Turn on the thermometer.
(If it is already turned on, make sure it is not in memory mode.)
e Press the O/mem button and keep it pressed. Then press and
release the activation button to switch over to the «change
temperature scale» mode.
* By pressing the activation button again, the Celsius scale is
activated, «°C» is displayed on the LCD. Each further pressing
of the activation button toggles the scale between °C and °F.
+ Release the ©/mem button to return to the ready symbol 2 9.
The temperature stored in memory will automatically be converted
to the selected scale when displayed on the LCD.
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Care and cleaning
Braun ThermoScan probe covers are intended for single use only!
To ensure accurate readings, always use Braun ThermoScan
disposable probe covers with the Pro 3000 thermometer.
Damaged, perforated, or soiled probe covers can lead to
inaccurate temperature readings. Additionally, the accuracy of
your temperature readings can be affected by damage to the
probe window, or the presence of dirt and earwax on the probe
window.
Probe Window
To assure a high level of accuracy, it is very important to keep this
window clean, dry and undamaged. Fingerprints, earwax, dust
and other soiling compounds reduce transparency of the window
and result in lower temperature readings. If the thermometer is
accidentaily placed in the ear without a probe cover installed,
the window must be cleaned immediately, Additionally, the window
and/or probe tip area should never be modified, changed, or
adjusted. These changes will affect calibration and accuracy of
the thermometer.
To clean the window, gently wipe its surface with a cotton swab
slightly moistened with alcohol and immediately wipe dry with a
clean catton swab. After cleaning, allow at least 5 minutes drying
time before taking temperatures. Make sure window is clean and
dry. Avoid touching the window except when cleaning is required,
If the window is damaged, the thermometer must be returned to
Braun ThermoScan for service.
Note: Do not use any chemical other than alcohol to clean
the probe window.
Thermometer
Use a soft cloth slightly moistened with alcohol to clean the
thermometer display and exterior. Do not use abrasive cleaners.
Never submerge the thermometer in water or any other liquid.
Do not autoclave or immerse. Do nat use ammonia or ammonium
chloride based agents as they could damage the exterior of
the instrument. If you currently use a specific cleaning agent or
disinfectant, we recommend that you examine its chemical
ingredients prior to use on the thermometer.
Store thermometer and probe covers in a dry location free from dust
and contamination and away from direct sunlight. The ambient
temperature at the storage location should remain fairly constant
and within the range of 50°F to 104°F (10°C - 40°C).