Microlife IR 1DE1-S User manual

Digital Infrared
Ear Thermometer
1 sec. Measurement
Mesure en 1 sec. / Meettijd 1 sec.
Multiple Use (Wide Range 0 °C - 100 °C)
• Body temperature / Température du corps /
Lichaamstemperatuur
• Milk surface temperature / Température de surface
du lait / Oppervlaktetemperatuur melk
• Surface temperature of Baby’s bath / Température
de surface du bain de bébé / Oppervlaktetemperatuur
badwater
• Ambient temperature / Température ambiante /
Omgevingstemperatuur
Fever alarm / Silent GlowTM Technology
Alarme de fièvre / Silent GlowTM technologie
Koortsalarm / Silent GlowTM technologie
Illuminated Display / Nite Glow
Ecran rétro-éclairé / Verlicht Display
12 Data Memory
12 Mémoires / 12 Geheugens
Celsius - Fahrenheit switchable
Commutation Celsius - Fahrenheit
Celsius - Fahrenheit instelling
Signal tone
Signal sonore / Geluidssignaal
Type BF applied part
Partie appliquée du type BF / Geleverd onderdeel type BF
Microlife AG
Espenstrasse 139
9443 Widnau / Switzerland
Tel. +41 / 71 727 70 30
Fax +41 / 71 727 70 39
Email [email protected]
www.microlife.com
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IB IR 1DE1-S EN-FR-NL 0410

Microlife IR 1DE1-S
Digital Infrared Ear Thermometer
Instruction Manual (1-12)
Thermomètre auriculaire à infrarouges
Mode d’emploi (13-24)
Digitale infrarode oorthermometer met
beschermkapjes
Gebruiksaanwijzing (25 - 36)
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Digital Infrared Ear Thermometer
Instruction Manual
Please read these instructions carefully before using the
instrument and keep them in a safe place.
The Microlife Ear Thermometer is a high quality product incorporating
the latest technology and tested in accordance with international
standards. With its unique technology, this thermometer can provide
a stable, heat-interference-free reading with each measurement.The
instrument performs a self-test every time it is switched on toalways
guarantee the specified accuracy of measurements. The Microlife Ear
Thermometer is intended for the periodic measurement and monito-
ring of human body temperature in the home. It is intended for use on
people of all ages.
Please read through these instructions carefully so that you under-
stand all functions and safety information.
Table of Contents
1. The Advantages of this Ear Thermometer
2. Important Safety Instructions
3. Product Description
4. How this Thermometer Measures Ear Temperature
5. Control Displays and Symbols
6. How to Reload a New Probe Cover
7. Directions for Use
8. Changing from Fahrenheit to Celsius and vice-versa
9. How to recall 12 readings in Memory Mode
10. Cleaning and Storage
11. Error Messages
12. Replacing the Battery
13. Guarantee
14. Technical Specifications
15. www.microlife.com

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1. The Advantages of this Ear Thermometer
Multiple Use (Wide Range Measurement)
This thermometer offers a wide measurement range feature from
0 °C to 100.0 °C (32.0 °F to 212.0 °F), meaning the unit can be used
as an ear thermometer to measure body temperature or it can be
used to measure surface temperature of the following:
• Milk surface temperature in a baby's bottle
• Surface temperature of a baby's bath
• Ambient temperature
Measurement in 1 second
The innovative infrared technology allows measurement of ear tempe-
rature in only 1 second.
Accurate and reliable
The unique probe assembly construction, incorporating an advanced
infrared sensor, ensures that each measurement is accurate and
reliable.
Gentle and Easy to Use
• The ergonomic design enables simple and easy use of the
thermometer.
• This thermometer can even be used on a sleeping child, thereby
causing no disruption.
• This thermometer is quick, therefore child-friendly.
Auto-Display Memory
The last reading is automatically displayed for 2 seconds when the
unit is switched ON.
Multiple Reading Recalls
Users will be able to recall the last 12 readings when entering the recall
mode, enabling efficient tracking of temperature variations.
Safe and Hygienic
• No risk of broken glass or mercury ingestion.
• Completely safe for use on children.
• Disposable probe covers make this thermometer completely
hygienic for use by the whole family.
Fever Alarm
10 short beeps and a red LCD backlight alert the patient that he/she
may have a temperature above 37.5 °C.

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2. Important Safety Instructions
• This instrument may only be used for the purposes described in
this booklet. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage
caused by incorrect application.
• Always use the thermometer with a new undamaged Probe Cover
for each measurement to prevent infection. Only Microlife branded
probe covers can ensure that you get an accurate measurement.
•Never immerse this instrument in water or other liquids. For
cleaning please follow the instructions in the «Cleaning
and Disinfecting» section.
• Do not use the instrument if you think it is damaged or notice
anything unusual.
• Never open the instrument.
• Earwax in the ear canal may cause a lower temperature reading.
Therefore it is important to ensure the subject's ear canal is clean.
• This instrument comprises sensitive components and must be
treated with caution. Observe the storage and operating conditi-
ons described in the «Technical Specifications» section.
• Protect it as well as the probe covers from:
- extreme temperatures
- impact and dropping
- contamination and dust
- direct sunlight
- heat and cold
• If the instrument is not going to be used for a prolonged period
the batteries should be removed.
• Ensure that children do not use the instrument unsupervised;
some parts are small enough to be swallowed.
WARNING:
Use of this instrument is not intended as a substitute for consultation
with your physician. This instrument is NOT waterproof so do not
immerse in liquids.

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3. Product Description
(1) Probe Cover
(2) Probe
(3) Start button
(4) LCD Display
(5) O/I button
(6) Battery Cover
4. How this Ear Thermometer Measures Ear Temperature
This thermometer measures infrared energy radiated from the eardrum
and the surrounding tissue. This energy is collected through the lens
and converted to a temperature value. The measured reading obtained
directly from the eardrum (Tympanic Membrane) ensures the most accu-
rate ear temperature.
Measurements taken from the surrounding tissue of the ear canal gene-
rate lower readings and may result in misdiagnosis of fever.
To avoid an inaccurate measurement:
• First slip on a probe cover.
• Switch on the thermometer by pressing the O/I button.
• After one beep is heard (and the temperature scale icon is flashing),
straighten the ear canal by gently pulling the middle of the ear back
and up.
• Place the probe firmly into the ear canal, press the START button
and keep the probe in the ear until the thermometer beeps to
signal the completion of the measurement.
This thermometer has been clinically tested and proven to be
safe and accurate when used in accordance with its opera-
ting instruction manual.
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5. Control Displays and Symbols
LCD Display Display
Meaning
Description
All segments
displayed
Press the O/I button to turn
on the unit, all segments
will be shown for 2 seconds.
Memory The last reading will be
shown on the display auto-
matically for 2 seconds.
Ready The unit is ready for measu-
rement, the «°C» or «°F»
icon will keep flashing.
Measurement
complete
The reading will be shown
on the display with the
«°C» or «°F» icon steady,
the unit is ready for the
next measurement, when
the «°C» or «°F» icon is
flashing again.
Out-of-ear
temperature
indication
A crossed-ear-icon is shown
on the LCD if the reading
falls outside the range 32.0
~ 42.2 °C (89.6 ~ 108.0 °F).
Low battery
indication
When the unit is turned on,
the battery icon will keep
flashing to remind the user
to replace the battery.

6. How to Reload a New Probe Cover
NOTE:
• In order to avoid cross-contamination, please reload a new probe
cover for each measurement.
• Please check if the probe cover is fitted on firmly before use
(please see the diagrams below); If the probe cover is broken,
discard the probe cover and reload a new one immediately.
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(3) Completely push the
probe into the probe
cover holder hole.
(4) Take out the probe with
cover attached tightly.
(1) Place a probe cover onto
the storage case hole
with paper side upwards.
(2) Take the unit, vertically
penetrate the probe into
the center part of the
probe cover.

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7. Directions for Use
Important: Prior to every measurement, fit a new undamaged Probe
Cover on the measuring probe. Failure to do so may result in incorrect
temperature measurement.
1. Press the O/I button. The display is activated
to show all segments for 2 seconds.
2. The last measurement reading will automati-
cally be shown on the display for 2 seconds
with the «M» icon.
3. When the «°C» or «°F» icon is flashing, a
beep sound is heard and the thermometer is
ready for measurement.
4. Straighten the ear canal by pulling the ear up and back to give a
clear view of the eardrum.
• For children under 1 year; pull the ear straight
back.
• For children of 1 year to adult; pull the ear up
and back.
Also refer to the short instructions at the front.
5. While gently pulling the ear, insert the probe
snugly into the ear canal (max. 1 sec.) and
immediately press the START button.
Release the button and wait for the beep
sound. This is the indication that confirms
the end of measurement.
6. Remove the thermometer from the ear canal.
The display shows the measured temperature.
NOTE:
To ensure accurate readings, wait at least 30 sec. after 3-5
continuous measurements.

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Replace the probe cover after each measurement. To do this, please
follow the instruction in point 6 «How to Reload a New Probe Cover».
• 10 short beeps and a red LCD backlight alert the patient that
he/she may have a temperature above 37.5 °C.
• For an infant, it is best to have the child lying flat with his/her head
sideways so the ear is facing upwards. For an older child or adult,
it is best to stand behind and slightly to the side of the patient.
• Always take the temperature in the same ear, since the tempera-
ture readings may be different from ear to ear.
• Wait for a few minutes to take the ear temperature after sleeping.
• In the following situations it is recommended that three tempera-
tures in the same ear be taken and the highest one taken as the
reading:
1) New born infants in the first 100 days.
2) Children under three years of age with a compromised immune
system and for whom the presence or absence of fever is critical.
3) When the user is learning how to use the thermometer for the
first time until he/she has familiarized himself/herself with the
instrument and obtains consistent readings.
4) If the measurement is surprisingly low.
8. Changing from Fahrenheit to Celsius and vice-versa
The thermometer can display temperature measurements in either
Fahrenheit or Celsius. To switch the display between °C and °F,
simply turn OFF the unit, press and hold the START button for 5
seconds until «---» and the flashing «°C» or «°F» icon is shown on
the LCD. Switch the measurement scale between °C and °F by pres-
sing the START button again. When the measurement scale has been
chosen, wait for 5 seconds and the unit will enter the ready for mea-
suring mode automatically.

9. How to recall 12 readings in Memory Mode
This thermometer can recall the last 12 readings. To recall please
follow sequence.
Pressing and releasing the START button after the last 12 readings
have been recalled will resume the above sequence from reading 1.
10. Cleaning and Storage
Use an alcohol swab or cotton tissue moi-
stened with alcohol (70% Isopropyl) to
clean the thermometer casing and the
measuring probe. Ensure that no liquid
enters the interior of the thermometer.
Never use abrasive cleaning agents, thin-
ners or benzene for cleaning and never
immerse the instrument in water or other cleaning liquids.
Take care not to scratch the surface of the probe lens and the display.
Remove the battery from the instrument if it is not required for exten-
ded periods of time in order to avoid damage to the thermometer
resulting from a leaking battery.
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LCD Display Display
Meaning
Description
Recall Mode Press the START button to
enter Recall Mode when
power is off.The memory
icon «M» flashes.
Reading 1
(the last rea-
ding)
Press and release the
START button to recall the
last reading. Display 1
alone with memory icon.
Reading 2
(the second
latest reading)
Press and release the
START button to recall the
second latest reading.
Reading 12
(the last
reading)
Press and release the
START button consecu-
tively to recall readings in
succession, up to the last
12 readings.

11. Error messages
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Display / Problem Display
Meaning
Possible cause and
fault remedy
Measured
Temperature too
high
Displays «H» when
measured temperatu-
re higher than
100.0 °C or 212.0 °F.
Measured tempe-
rature too low
Displays «L» when
measured temperatu-
re lower than 0 °C or
32.0 °F.
Ambient tempera-
ture too high
Displays «H» in
conjunction with the
«L» when ambient
temperature is higher
than 40.0 °C or
104.0 °F.
Ambient tempera-
ture too low
Display «L» in conjun-
ction with the «M»
when ambient tempe-
rature is lower than
5.0 °C or 41.0 °F.
Error function
display
When system has
malfunction.
Blank display Please check if the
battery has been loa-
ded correctly. Also
check polarity (<+>
and <->) of battery.
Dead battery
indication
If the steady battery
icon is the only sym-
bol shown on the dis-
play, the battery
should be replaced
immediately.

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12. Replacing the battery
This instrument is supplied with one lithium battery, type CR2032.
Replace with a new CR2032 battery when the flashing battery symbol
appears on the display. Remove the battery cover by sliding it in the
direction shown. Remove the battery and replace with a new one.
13. Guarantee
Subject to the following conditions this high-quality measuring instru-
ment is covered by a 2 year guarantee from the date of purchase.
Warranty claims must be lodged within the guarantee period.
This product was manufactured with the utmost of care according to
international quality standards. Should you have reason for com-
plaints despite this, please send the instrument, accompanied by the
completed Guarantee Card with dealer's stamp as well as original
proof of purchase directly or through your medical supplier to your
closest Microlife Distributor.
Damage resulting from incorrect use is not covered by the guarantee.
Battery and packaging are excluded from the guarantee. Claims
beyond this, including claims for damages, are excluded.
Name and adress of responsible dealer:
Batteries and electronic instruments must be disposed of in
accordance with the locally applicable regulations, not with
domestic waste.

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14. Technical Specifications
Type: Digital Infrared Ear Thermometer IR 1DE1
Measuring Range: 0 °C to 100.0 °C (32.0 °F to 212.0 °F)
Accuracy: Laboratory: ±0.2 °C, 32.0 ~ 42.2 °C
(±0.4 °F, 89.6 ~ 108.0 °F)
Display: Liquid Cristal Display
with indicating unit 0.1 °C/°F
Accoustic: a. The unit is turned ON and ready for the
measurement: 1 short «bi» sound.
b. Complete the measurement: 1 long beep (1sec.),
if the reading is less than 37.5 °C (99.4 °F), 10
short «beep» sounds, if the reading is equal to or
greater than 37.5 °C (99.4 °F).
c. System error or malfunction: 3 short «bi» sounds.
Memory: a. Auto-Display the last measured temperature
when switched on.
b. 12 readings recall in the Memory Mode.
Backlight: • The display will be lighted GREEN for 4 sec.,
when the unit is turned ON.
• The display light will be GREEN for 5 seconds,
when a measurement is completed with a
reading less than 37.5 °C (99.4 °F).
• The display light will be RED for 5 seconds,
when a measurement is completed with a reading
equal to or higher than 37.5 °C (99.4 °F).
Operating 5 °C to 40 °C (41.0 °F to 104 °F);
temperature: 15 - 95 % relative maximum humidity
Storage -25 °C to + 55 °C (-13 °F to 131 °F);
temperature: 15 - 95 % relative maximum humidity
Automatic Approx. 1 minute after last measurement.
Switch-off: Auto-off if START button is pressed.
Battery: CR2032 Battery (X1) - at least 1000 measurements
Dimensions: 153 mm (L) x 31 mm (W) x 20 mm (H)
Weight: 53 g (w/ battery), 50 g (w/o battery)
Standards: EN 12470-5; ASTM E1965 ; IEC 60601-1
IEC 60601-1-1-2 (EMC)
This device complies with the requirements of the Medical Device
Directive 93/42/EEC. Technical alterations reserved.
15. www.microlife.com
Detailed user information about our thermometers and blood pressure
monitors as well as services can be found at www.microlife.com.

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Thermomètre auriculaire à infrarouges
Mode d’emploi
Veuillez lire attentivement ces instructions avant l'utilisati-
on de l'instrument et conservez-les dans un endroit sûr.
Le thermomètre auriculaire Microlife est un produit de haute qualité
utilisant la technologie la plus récente et testé selon les normes
internationales. Grâce à sa technologie unique, ce thermomètre
assure pour chaque mesure une lecture stable, sans interférence de
la chaleur environnante.
L'appareil effectue un autocontrôle à chaque mise en marche pour
toujours garantir des mesures conformes à la précision annoncée. Le
thermomètre auriculaire Microlife se destine à des mesures périodi-
ques et à la surveillance de la température corporelle à domicile. Il
est conçu pour des personnes de tous les âges.
Veuillez lire ces instructions pour comprendre toutes les fonctions et
informations sur la sécurité.
Sommaire
1. Les avantages de ce thermomètre auriculaire
2. Importantes précautions d’emploi
3. Description de l’appareil
4. Comment le thermomètre mesure la température
auriculaire
5. Affichage de contrôle et symboles
6. Changement de l’embout jetable
7. Instructions d’utilisation
8. Passage de Fahrenheit en Celsius et inversement
9. Comment appeler 12 mesures en mode mémoire
10. Nettoyage et rangement
11. Messages d’erreurs
12. Remplacement de la pile
13. Garantie
14. Spécifications techniques
15. www.microlife.fr

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1. Les avantages de ce thermomètre auriculaire
Utilisation multiple (large étendue de mesure)
Ce thermomètre a la particularité d'offrir une large étendue de mesure,
de 0 à 100.0 °C (32.0 à 212.0 °F). L'appareil peut donc être utilisé
comme thermomètre auriculaire pour mesurer la température corporelle,
mais aussi pour mesurer la température de surface des éléments sui-
vants:
• Température de surface du lait dans un biberon
• Température de surface d'un bain pour bébé
• Température ambiante
Mesure rapide
La technologie innovatrice de la mesure de la température par le
rayonnement infrarouge permet de prendre la température de l'oreille
en seulement 1 seconde.
Précis et fiable
Grâce au mode d'assemblage de la sonde, à son capteur à rayons infra-
rouges perfectionné, cet instrument offre une mesure aussi précise que
sûre de la température auriculaire.
Agréable et facile d’utilisation
• Forme ergonomique qui rend l’utilisation du thermomètre simple
et facile.
• Ce thermomètre peut être utilisé sans perturber la vie quotidienne.
Une prise de température pendant le sommeil d'un enfant est pos-
sible.
• Ce thermomètre fournit des mesures rapides et est par conséquent
agréable d'utilisation pour les enfants.
Affichage automatique de la mémoire
Le thermomètre affiche automatiquement la dernière mesure pendant
2 secondes lorsqu'il est mis en route.
Appel multiple de mesures
Les utilisateurs ont la possibilité d'appeler les 12 dernières mesures
enregistrées quand l'appareil est en mode mémoire, ce qui permet de
mieux suivre les variations de température.
Sûr et hygiénique
• Pas de risque de verre cassé et d'ingestion de mercure.
• Totalement sûr pour la prise de température des enfants.
• Embouts jetables rendant le thermomètre parfaitement
hygiénique pour toute la famille.
Signal de fièvre
10 bips courts et un rétroéclairage rouge de l'écran LCD signalent que
la température peut être supérieure à 37,5 °C.

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2. Importantes précautions d’emploi
• Cet instrument est réservé aux applications décrites dans ce
manuel. Le fabricant ne peut être tenu pour responsable de
dommages provoqués par une application incorrecte.
• A chaque prise, utilisez toujours le thermomètre avec un nouvel
embout jetable pour éviter toute infection. Seuls les embouts
Microlife d’origine vous garantissent l’obtention d’une mesure
parfaitement exacte avec ce thermomètre.
•Ne jamais plonger cet instrument dans l'eau ou un autre
liquide. Pour le nettoyage, se référer aux instructions de la
section «Nettoyage et désinfection».
• N'utilisez pas l'instrument si vous pensez qu'il est endommagé
ou remarquez quelque chose de particulier.
• N'ouvrez jamais l'instrument.
• La présence de cérumen dans le canal auditif peut abaisser arti-
ficiellement la température mesurée. Le canal auditif doit donc
être bien propre pour permettre une mesure précise.
• Cet instrument comprend des éléments sensibles et doit être
traité avec précaution. Respectez les conditions de stockage et
d'emploi indiquées à la section «Caractéristiques techniques»!
• Il convient de le protéger contre:
- des températures extrêmes
- des chocs et chutes
- les saletés et la poussière
- des rayons solaires directs
- la chaleur et le froid
• Si vous comptez ne pas utiliser l'instrument pendant une période
prolongée, prenez soin de retirer la pile.
• Ne laissez jamais les enfants utiliser l'instrument sans surveil-
lance. Certaines de ses parties sont si petites qu'elles peuvent
être avalées.
AVERTISSEMENT
L'utilisation de cet instrument ne peut dispenser de consulter le
médecin. Cet instrument N'EST PAS étanche! Ne JAMAIS le plonger
dans un liquide.

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3. Description de l’appareil
(1) Embout jetable
(2) Sonde
(3) Bouton «START»
(4) Ecran d’affichage à
cristaux liquides
(5) Bouton «O/I»
(6) Compartiment de la pile
4. Comment ce thermomètre mesure la température
auriculaire
Ce thermomètre mesure l'énergie infrarouge émise par la membrane
du tympan et les tissus avoisinants. Cette énergie est recueillie par la
lentille puis convertie en une indication de température. La mesure
affichée obtenue directement du tympan (membrane tympanique)
donne la température auriculaire la plus juste. Les mesures prises sur
le tissu environnant du canal de l'oreille génèrent une lecture de la
température plus basse, ce qui peut entraîner un mauvais diagnostic de
la fièvre.
Pour éviter une mesure inexacte:
• Placer d’abord un embout jetable sur la sonde.
• Activer le thermomètre en appuyant sur le bouton O/I.
• Après le premier bip (symbole de l'échelle de température clig-
notant), redresser le canal auriculaire en tirant doucement le
milieu de l'oreille vers l'arrière et vers le haut.
• Bien introduire l'extrémité thermosensible dans le canal de l'or-
eille. Appuyer sur le bouton START et garder l'extrémité dans
l'oreille jusqu'au bip qui signale la fin de la mesure.
Ce thermomètre, qui a été testé cliniquement, s’est avéré
particulièrement précis et sûr lorsque les consignes du mode
d’emploi sont bien respectées.
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5. Affichage de contrôle et symboles
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Affichage de l’écran Signification de
l’affichage
Description
Tous les segments
sont affichés
Appuyer sur le bouton
O/I pour allumer l’ap-
pareil, tous les seg-
ments sont affichés
pendant 2 secondes.
Mémoire La dernière mesure
sera affichée automa-
tiquement pendant
2 secondes.
Prêt L’appareil est prêt pour
la mesure, le symbole
«°C» ou «°F» clignote.
Mesure effectuée La température est
affichée à l'écran avec
le symbole «°C» ou
«°F» constant; l'ap-
pareil est prêt pour la
prochaine mesure.
Température auri-
culaire hors plage
Le symbole oreille
barrée signale que le
résultat est en dehors
de la plage 32 - 42.2 °C
(89.6 - 108.0 °F)
Signal d’usure de
la pile
Quand l’appareil est
allumé, le symbole pile
continue de clignoter
pour rappeler à l’usager
de la changer.

6. Changement de l’embout jetable
NOTE :
• Pour éviter toute contamination croisée, mettre un nouvel emb-
out à chaque utilisation.
• Vérifier que l’embout est bien ajusté avant utilisation (se repor-
ter aux illustrations ci-dessous). Si l’embout est déchiré le
jeter et le remplacer immédiatement par un neuf.
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(3) Enfoncer complètement
la sonde dans le trou du
logement de l’embout.
(4) Après avoir senti un petit
clic, retirer la sonde
munie de son embout
bien ajusté.
(1) Placer un embout jetable
sur le trou du support de
rangement, le côte papier
au-dessus.
(2) Prendre l’appareil, intro-
duire verticalement la
sonde dans le centre
transparent de l’embout.