Exergen TemporalScanner TAT-5000 User manual

EXERGEN
TemporalScannerTM Accurate Temperature with a
Gentle Forehead Scan
Operators Manual for
TAT-5000
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Important Safety Instructions
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
When using the product, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:
lUse this product only for its intended use as described in this manual.
lDo not take temperature over scar tissue, open sores, or abrasions.
lThe operating environmental temperature range for this product is 60° to 104°F (15.5° to 40°C).
lAlways store and transport this thermometer in a clean, dry place where it will not become excessively
cold (-4°F/-20°C), or hot (122°F/50°C). Relative humidity 93% Maximum NonCondensing, atmospheric
pressure 50 kpa to 106 kpa.
lThe thermometer is not shockproof. Do not drop it or expose it to electrical shocks.
lDo not autoclave. Please note cleaning and sterilizing procedures in this manual.
lDo not use this thermometer if it is not working properly, if it has been exposed to temperature
extremes, damaged, been subject to electrical shocks or immersed in water.
lThere are no parts that you can service yourself except for the battery, which you should replace
when low by following the instructions in this manual. For service, repair, or adjustments,
return your thermometer to Exergen. Warning no modification of this equipment is allowed.
lNever drop or insert any object into any opening.
lIf your thermometer is not used regularly, remove the battery to prevent possible damage due to
chemical leakage.
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lFollow the battery manufacturer’s recommendations or your hospital policy for the disposal of used
batteries.
lNot suitable for use in the presence of flammable anaesthetic mixtures.
lIf you have any additional questions regarding use or care of the thermometer, please see
www.exergen.com or call customer service at [phone].
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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Product Map of the Exergen TemporalScanner TAT-5000
Probe Lens
Probe Cone
ON Button
Automatic turn-off in
30 seconds (when
measuring in body
temperature range,
otherwise 5 seconds)
Battery Compartment
9-volt battery
Battery Compartment Door
9-Volt Battery
Compartment Door Screw
LED Display Screen
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F/C Switch
Introduction to Temporal Artery Thermometry
Temporal artery thermometry (TAT) is a completely new method of
temperature assessment, using infrared technology to detect the heat
naturally emitting from the skin surface. In addition, and of key importance,
this method incorporates a patented arterial heat balance system to
automatically account for the effects of ambient temperature on the skin.
This method of temperature assessment has been shown to improve
results and reduce costs by non-invasively measuring body temperature
with a degree of clinical accuracy unachievable with any other thermometry
method. The temporal scanner is a type BF device.
Before Using, Familiarize Yourself with the Instrument
• To Scan: Depress the red button. The instrument will continually scan for the highest temperature (peak) as long
as the button is depressed.
• Clicking: Each fast click indicates a rise to a higher temperature, similar to a radar detector.
Slow clicking indicates that the instrument is still scanning, but not finding any higher temperature.
• To Retain or Lock Reading: The reading will remain on the display for 30 seconds after button is released. If
measuring room temperature, the temperature will remain on the display for only 5 seconds.
• To Restart: Depress the button to restart. It is not necessary to wait until the display is clear, thethermometer
will immediately begin a new scan each time the button is depressed.
Alternate sites when temporal artery or behind ear are unavailable:
 • Femoralartery:slowlyslidetheprobeacrossgroin.
 • Lateralthoracicartery:slowlyscanside-to-sideinthearea~midway between the axilla and the nipple.

2-Step Infant Temperature Measurement
Step 1
Place probe flush on center
of forehead and depress
button. Keeping button
depressed, slowly slide probe
mid-line across forehead to
the hair line.
Step 2
Release
button
remove
from head
and read.
How to improve the accuracy of your measurements on infants
The preferred site is the
temporal artery area.
Unless visibly diaphoretic,
one measurement here is
typically all that is required.
If the temporal artery is
covered, then the area
behind the ear, if exposed,
can be an alternate site.
Measure straight across the
forehead and not down side
of face.
At mid-line, the temporal
artery is about 2 mm below
the surface, but can go
deeply below the surface on
the side of the face.
Brush the hair aside if
covering the area to be
measured. Measurement
site must be exposed.
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3-Step Adult Temperature Measurement
Step 1
Slide across forehead.
Place probe flush on center of forehead and
depress button. Keeping button depressed
slowly slide probe mid-line across forehead
to the hair line.
Step 2
Slide behind ear.
Keeping button depressed, lift probe from
forehead, touch behind ear halfway down the
mastoid process and slide down to the soft
depression behind the earlobe.
Step 3
Release button and read.
Measure only the up-side on a patient in
a lateral position.
The down-side will be insulated
preventing the heat from dissipating,
resulting in falsely high readings.
Think of a sweatband.
Measure straight across the forehead and
not down the side of the face.
At mid-line, the temporal artery is about
2 mm below the surface, but can go deeply
below the surface on the side of the face.
Measure exposed skin.
Brush the hair and bangs aside if
covering the area to be measured.
How to improve the accuracy of your measurements on adults

Possible causes of abnormal readings.
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FAQs
How does the temperature from a temporal scanner relate to core temperature?
Temporal artery temperature is considered a core temperature because it has been demonstrated as accurate as the temperature measured
by a pulmonary artery and esophageal catheter, and as accurate as a rectal temperature on a stable patient. Rule of thumb: Rectal
temperature is about 1
° F (0.5 ° C) higher than an oral temperature and 2 ° F (1 ° C) higher than an axillary temperature. It will be easy to
remember if you think of core temperature as a rectal temperature, and apply the same protocol you would use for a rectal temperature.
If your thermometer is marked Arterial/Oral and has a serial number beginning with “O” (standard model start with “A”), it is programmed
to compute the normal average cooling effect at the mouth, and automatically reduces the higher arterial temperature by that amount.
This calibration allows the hospital to maintain existing protocols for fever workups based on oral temperature, and results in a reading
consistent with the 98.6°F (37°C) mean normal oral temperature, in the range of 96.6 - 99.5°F (35.9 - 37.5°C) you now see.
What should I do if I get an abnormally high or low reading, how do I confirm my reading?
•RepeatthereadingwiththesameTemporalScanner;acorrectreadingwillbereproducible.
•RepeatthereadingwithanotherTemporalScanner.TwoTemporalScannerswiththesamereadingwillconfirmthereading.
•Sequentialreadingsonthesamepatientinrapidsuccessionwillcooltheskin;itisbesttowaitabout30secondsforthe 
skin to recover from the cold probe.
Type of
abnormal Possible cause Helpful hint
Temperature
Dirty Lens Clean lens of scanner every two weeks.
Releasing the button before Release the button after finished measuring.
finished measuring
Measuring when an ice pack or Remove ice pack or wet compres, wait 2 minutes, and re-take
wet compress is on the forehead temperature.
Complete diaphoresis includes diaphoresis of area behind the
ear and suggests that the temperature is rapidly dropping.
Use an alternative method of temperature measurement in
these cases until the patient is dry and the temporal artery
measurement can be repeated.
Improperly scanning down the Scan straight across forehead. The temporal artery is closest
side of the face to skin in that area.
Confirm measurement site has not recently been in contact
with heat insulators such as hats, blankets, and hair.
Abnormally high
temperature Scan the area not covered or wait about 30 seconds for the
previously covered area to equillibrate to the environment.
Abnormally low
Temperature
Measuring a completely
diaphoretic patient
Anything covering the area to
be measured would insulate and
prevent heat from dissipating,
resulting in false high readings.
DISPLAY DIAGNOSTICS CHART
The following chart summarizes the conditions that may occur while
the TemporalScanner is in use, and the associated indications:
Condition Display Range
High Target HI >110 oF (43 oC)
Low Target LO <61 oF (16 oC)
High Ambient HI A >104 oF (40 oC)
Low Ambient LO A <60 oF (16 oC)
Low Battery bAtt
Dead Battery blank display
Processing Error Err Restart. Return to
Exergen for repair if error
message persists.
Scanning
(Normal Operation) SCAN

Care and Maintenance
• Battery: A standard alkaline 9V battery provides approximately 15,000 readings. **
To replace, loosen the single screw at the bottom of the instrument and remove the
battery cover. Disconnect the old battery and replace with a new one in the same
location. Replace the cover, and tighten the screw. Use only high quality alkaline
batteries.
• Handling: The TemporalScanner is designed and built to industrial durability standards
in order to provide long and trouble-free service. However, it is also a high precision optical
instrument, and should be accorded the same degree of care in handling as you would
provide other precision optical instruments, such as cameras or otoscopes.
•
Cleaning the case: The TemporalScanner case can be wiped down using a cloth dampened with 70%
isopropanol alcohol.
•
Cleaning the sensor lens: With normal use, the only maintenance required is to keep the lens
on the end of the probe clean. It is made of special mirror-like, coated silicon infrared-transmitting
material. However, dirt, greasy films or moisture on the lens will interfere with the passage of
infrared heat and affect the accuracy of the instrument. Regularly clean the lens with a cotton
swab dampened with an alcohol wipe. Use only light force for cleaning, to avoid damaging the
lens. Water can be used to remove any residual film left by the alcohol. Do not use bleach or other
cleaning solutions on the sensor lens. Use 70% isopropanol alcohol.
• Disinfection:The industrial grade housing and design of the electronic components allow for
completely safe disinfecting with 70% isopropanol alcohol. Do not immerse. Do not autoclave.
•
Calibration: Factory calibration data is installed via a computer which communicates with the TemporalScanner’s
microprocessor. The instrument automatically self-calibrates each time it is turned on using this data, and will never
require recalibration. If readings are not correct, the instrument should be returned for repair. See instructions of the return
process.
CLEANING
INSTRUCTIONS
Instructions for Fahrenheit or Celsius Conversion
The TemporalScanner can be used in either °F or °C. The TemporalScanner will come preset based on your preference at the
time of purchase. To convert from one scale to the other, the only tool necessary is a small screwdriver.
For °F/°C Conversion:
• Loosensinglescrewonbottomofcaseandremovebatterycover.
•Removebattery.
• Locatetheswitchtotherightofthebattery(showninthedrawing),andwiththetip
of the screwdriver, slide up or down to the desired scale.
• Removethescrewdriver.
• Replacebatteryandcover.
Switch
oF
oC
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Repair
If repair is required:
• ContactExergenat(617)923-9900or[email protected]foraReturnMaterialsAuthorization(RMA)Number.
• MarktheRMAnumberontheoutsideofyourpackageandpackingslips.
• Includeadescriptionofthefaultifpossible.
• Sendtheinstrumentto:
Exergen Corporation
400 Pleasant Street
Watertown, MA 02472 USA
•Include the address the instrument should be returned to.

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Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration-electromagnetic emissions
The infrared forehead thermometer model TAT 5000 series is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or
user of the TAT 5000 series should assure that it is used in such an environment.
Emissions test Compliance Electromagnetic environment-guidance
RF emissions CISPR 11 Group 1 The TAT 5000 series thermometer uses no RF energy therefore any emissions are
unlikely to cause any interference in nearby electronic equipment
RF emissions CISPR 11 Class B
The TAT 5000 series thermometer is suitable for use by a healthcare professional in a
typical health care environment.
Harmonic emissions Not applicable
Voltage fluctuations Not applicable
Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration-electromagnetic immunity
The TAT 5000 series thermometer is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or user of the TAT 5000
series should assure that it is used in such an environment.
Immunity test IEC 60601 test level Compliance level Electromagnetic environment-guidance
Conducted RF IEC
61000-4-3
3Vrms
150 kHz to 80 MHz Not applicable
Portable and mobile RF communications equipment should be used no
closer to any part of the TAT 5000 series including cables if applicable,
than the recommended separation distance calculated from the
equation applicable to the frequency of the transmitter.
Recommended separation distance
d=1,2*P1/2
d=1,2*P1/2 80 MHz to 800MHz
d=1,2*P1/2 800MHz to 2,5 GHz
Where P is the maximum output power rating of the transmitter in
watts(W) according to the transmitter manufacturer and d is the
recommended separation distance in meters(m).
Field strength from the fixer RF transmitters, as determined by an
electromagnetic site survey, a. should be less than the compliance level
in each frequency range and b. interference may occur in the vicinity
of equipment with the following symbol:
Radiated RF IEC
61000-4-3
3V/m
80 MHz to 2,5 GHz 3V/m
Note 1 At 80MHz and 800MHz, the higher range applies.
Note 2 These guidelines maynot apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is affected by absorption and reflection from structures, objects,
and people.
a. Field strengths from fixed transmitter, such as base stations for radio (cellular/cordless)telephones and land mobile radios, amateur radio,
AM and FM radio broadcast and TV broadcast cannot be predicted theoretically with accuracy. To assess the electromagnetic environment
due to fixed RF transmitters, an electromagnetic site survey should be considered. If the measured field strengths in the location in which
the TAT 5000 series thermometer is used exceeds the applicable RF compliance level above, the TAT 5000 series thermometer should be
observed to verify normal operation. If abnormal performance is observed, additional measures may be necessary, such as reorienting or
relocating the TAT 5000.
b. Over the frequency range 150 kHz to 80 MHz, field strengths should be less than 3V/m.
c. Portable and mobile RF communications equipment can affect performance.
d. ESD compliance has been verified by testing. Report Numbers R-5165N-1, R-5109N-1.

Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration-electromagnetic immunity (cont)
The TAT 5000 series thermometer is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or user of the TAT 5000
series should assure that it is used in such an environment.
Immunity test IEC 60601 test level Compliance level Electromagnetic environment-guidance
Electrostatic discharge
(ESD)
IEC61000-4-2
6KV contact 8KV air 6KV contact 8KV air Floors should be wood, concrete or ceramic tile. If floors are covered
with synthetic material, the relative humidity should be at least 30%.
Electrical fast transient/
burst
IEC 61000-4-4
2kV for power supply
lines
1kV for input output
lines
Not applicable Mains power quality should be that of a typical health care
environment.
Surge
IEC 61000-4-5
1kV line(s) to line(s)
2kVline(s) to earth
Not applicable Mains power quality should be that of a typical health care
environment.
Interruptions and
voltage variations on
power supply Input
lines
IEC 61000-4-11
<5% UT
(>95% dip in UT) for
0,5 cycle
40% UT
(60% dip in UT) for
5 cycles
70% UT
(30% dip in UT) for
25 cycles
< 5% UT
(>95% dip in UT)
for5 sec.
Not applicable Mains power is not applicable. The TAT 5000 series is powered by
battery and battery only.
Power frequency
(50/60 Hz) magnetic
field
IEC 61000-4-8
3A/m 3A/m Power frequency magnetic fields should be at the level characteristic
of a typical location in a typical health care environment.
Note UT is the a.c. mains voltage prior to the application of the test level
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Recommended separation distances between Portable and mobile RF communication equipment and the TAT 5000 Series
The TAT 5000 series forehead thermometer is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances
are controlled or the user of the TAT 5000 series thermometer can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a
minimum distance between portable and mobile RF communications equipment (transmitters)and the TAT 5000 series thermometer as
recommended below, according to the maximum output power of the communications equipment.
Rated maximum output power
of transmitter
(W)
Separation distance according to frequency of transmitter
m
150 KHz to 80 MHz
d=1,2 P1/2 80 MHz to 800 MHz
d=1,2 P1/2 800 MHz to 2,5 GHz D=2.3 P1/2
0,01 0,12 0,12 0,23
0,1 0,38 0,38 0,73
1 1,2 1,2 2,3
10 3,8 3,8 7,3
100 12 12 23
For transmitters rated at a maximum output power not listed above, the recommended separation distance din meters (m) can be
estimated using the equation applicable to the frequency of the transmitter, where P is the maximum output power rating of the
transmitter in watts (W) according to the transmitter manufacturer.
Note 1 At 80 MHz and 800 MHz the separation distance for the higher frequency range applies.
Note 2 These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is affected by absorption and reflection from
structures, objects and people.

**
Approximate number of readings
when scanning for 5 seconds and
reading the temperature display for 3
seconds before turning thermometer off.
*Automatically applied when
temperature is within normal body
temperature range, otherwise reads
surface temperature.
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