Microlife NC 200 User manual

User Manual
Forehead
thermometer
with distance
control
NC200
Non-Contact
Thermometer

Important Product and Safety Information
Follow Instructions for Use. This document
provides important product information regard-
ing this thermometer. Please read this operation
and safety information thoroughly before using
the device and keep for future reference.
This digital infrared noncontact forehead thermometer is a
clinical thermometer using an infrared sensor to intermittently
detect human body temperature from the forehead. It is intended
for use within the home setting by adults, children and infants.
This device detects distance and automatically measures the
temperature when the correct measuring distance is achieved;
approximately 2 in. The thermometer may be used in either
direct or adjusted modes.
This thermometer IS intended to be used:
•In Adjusted/Clinical mode for self-measurement/monitoring
of human body temperature via the forehead, whereas the
person being measured may be the user/operator of the
device.
•Within a home healthcare environment.
• Adults
• Children
• Infants
•In Direct mode for measuring the temperature of objects.
This thermometer IS NOT intended for use with:
•Any other part of the body for obtaining clinical measurements
•Probe Covers
• Contraception
WARNING – Potentially hazardous situation that
if not avoided may result in serious injury or
death.
•
Contact your physician in case of prolonged fever as this
requires medical attention, especially for young children.
•Self-measuring means monitoring, not diagnosis or
treatment. Under no circumstances should you independ-
ently alter the dosages of any medication prescribed by
your physician.
•Ensure that children are supervised around this medical
device; some parts are small enough to be swallowed.
•Keep batteries away from children; harmful if swallowed.
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•Be aware that a basic physiological effect called vasocon-
striction can occur in the early stages of a fever, resulting in
a cool skin effect. The measured temperatures using this
thermometer during this effect can, therefore, be unusually
low.
•If a measurement seems incorrect, is not consistent with
the patient’s finding, or is low, then repeat the measure-
ment every 15 minutes or double check the result by
another core body temperature measurement.
•Performance of this thermometer may be degraded if:
• used outside of its specified operation temperature
and humidity rating, or if stored outside of its
specified storage temperature and humidity rating.
Avoid storage in direct sunlight.
• the device is exposed to mechanical shock.
• the patient’s temperature is lower than that of the
ambient.
• the patient’s temperature is outside the specified
patient range.
• the tip/lens is dirty or damaged; ensure the tip/lens
is clean before using.
DO NOT:
•Use this device if you think it is damaged or anything
appears unusual (e.g. sporadic operation, open packaging
upon purchase).
•Dispose of the battery or device in fire; the battery may
explode.
•Use a metal tool to replace the battery; doing so may short
circuit the terminals.
•Attempt to recharge the battery as they are not recharge-
able.
•Run or walk while using this device.
•Open/modify this device; inaccuracy and/or harmful injury
may result
•Service the device when being used or when power is
supplied (other than changing batteries). No other
parts/components are accessible.
CAUTION – Potentially hazardous situation that if
not avoided may result in minor/moderate injury,
property damage, and/or damage to the device
•This device contains sensitive electronics components.
Avoid strong electrical or electromagnetic fields in the
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direct vicinity of the device (e.g., mobile telephones,
microwave ovens). These can lead to temporary impairment
of the measuring accuracy. Keep a minimum distance of 3.3
m from such devices when using or move the device to
another location if interference is determined.
•When not using the thermometer for extended lengths of
time, remove the batteries to avoid potential battery
leakage and damage to the monitor.
•Only open the thermometer battery cover to replace the
battery (when applicable). When replacing the batteries,
ensure all the batteries are replaced simultaneously to
avoid battery damage and potential damage to the monitor.
Microlife USA does not recommend using rechargeable
batteries.
•Batteries and electronic instruments must be disposed of in
accordance with the locally applicable regulations as
domestic waste.
DO NOT:
•Drop this device or expose it to strong vibrations; sensitive
components may be affected resulting in inaccuracies
and/or operational issues.
•Use the thermometer outside of its specified operation
temperature and humidity rating, or if stored outside of its
specified storage temperature and humidity rating. Avoid
storage in direct sunlight.
•Immerse in water or use abrasive cleaning agents for
cleaning. Follow instructions under cleaning.
This device has been Cleared by the FDA for use with infants.
Even so, doctors recommend rectal measurement for newborn
infants within their first 6 months.
STANDARDS
In addition to the standards stated in the Instruction Manual:
•This medical device is compliant with medical device and
thermometer standards AAMI/ANSI ES60601-1, ES60601-1-
2, AAMI/ANSI/ISO 14971, ISO 80601-2-56, and AAMI/ANSI
HA60601-1-11, and
•Electromagnetic standards IEC 60601-1-2 along with FCC
Part 15
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Test Protocol (for laboratory use)
1. Press and hold the START button for 10 seconds until the
unit beeps, then release.
2. Wait for the screen to stop showing numbers, turn grey,
and show dashes.
3. At that time place the thermometer into the blackbody and
press the start button to take the measurement.
TYPE
IP22: Protected against solid foreign objects of 12.5mm
diameter and greater. Protected against vertically falling water
drops when the device is tilted up to 15°.
Type BF Applied Part
SERVICE
When the device is not in use, battery/access (if applicable)
may be replaced by the user. No other parts/components are
accessible.
Batteries and electronic instruments must be disposed of in
accordance with the locally applicable regulations, not with
domestic waste.
It is recommended that this digital thermometer be checked for
accuracy every 2 years
Expected life of thermometer: 5 Years
FCC
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications to the
product are not approved by Microlife USA and could void the
user's authority to operate the equipment under FCC jurisdiction.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installa-
tion. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interfer-
ence will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
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does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
on and off, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interfer-
ence by one or more of the following measures: 1) Reorient or
relocate the receiving antenna, 2) Increase the separation
between the equipment and receiver, 3) Connect the equipment
into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected, 4) Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/TV technician for help.
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Non-Contact Forehead Thermometer
Instruction Manual
Table of Contents
1. The advantages of your thermometer
2. Product overview
2.1. Diagram
2.2. Displays and symbols
3. Getting started
3.1. Setting date & time
3.2. Sound settings
3.3. Changing between body mode and object mode
3.4. Changing from fahrenheit to celsius
4. How to use
4.1. Measuring body temperature
4.2. Measuring in body mode
4.3. Self-measurement mode
4.4. Measuring in object mode
4.5. Additional controls
5. Viewing stored readings (memory)
6. Error messages
7. Care and maintainance
8. Replacing the battery
9. Limited warranty
10. Technical specifications
11. How to contact us

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1. The advantages of your thermometer
This Microlife thermometer is a high quality product incorporat-
ing the latest technology and tested in accordance with
international standards. With its unique technology, this device
can provide a stable, heat-interference-free reading with each
measurement. The device performs a self-test every time it is
switched on to always guarantee the specified accuracy of any
measurement. This Microlife thermometer is intended for the
periodic measurement and monitoring of human body tempera-
ture.
This thermometer has been clinically tested and proven to be
safe and accurate when used in accordance to the operating
instruction manual.
Measurement in a matter of seconds
The innovative infrared technology can take a measurement
without touching the object. This guarantees safe and sanitary
measurements within 3 seconds.
Auto measurement with distance control
The thermometer can take a measurement automatically when
it detects the distance from the object is appropriate, approx. 2”
(5 cm).
Multiple uses (wide range measurement)
This thermometer offers a wide measurement range feature.
The thermometer can be used to measure body temperature or
surface temperature, such as:
•Milk surface temperature in a baby's bottle
•Surface temperature of a baby's bath
•Ambient temperature
Accurate and reliable
The unique probe assembly construction, incorporating an
advanced infrared sensor, ensures that each measurement is
accurate and reliable.
Easy to use
•The ergonomic design enables simple and easy use of the
thermometer.
•This thermometer can be used on a sleeping child without
disrupting them.
•This thermometer is quick, therefore child-friendly.

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Multiple reading recall
Users will be able to recall the last 30 readings when entering
the recall mode, enabling efficient tracking of temperature
variations.
Safe and hygienic
•No direct skin contact.
•No risk of broken glass or mercury ingestion.
•Completely safe for use on children.
•Cleaning of the probe can be done with an alcohol
moistened cotton tissue, making this thermometer
completely hygienic for use by the whole family.
High temperature alarm
10 short beeps and a red LCD backlight alert the patient
that
he/she may have a temperature above 99.5 °F (37.5 °C).
Guidance system for self-measurement
A green self indicator light illuminates when the thermometer
is at an accurate distance, and a measurement will automati-
cally be taken.

2. Product overview
2.1. Diagram
1. Measuring sensor
2. Tracking light
3. Self-indicator light
4. Battery compartment cover
5. Display
6. Memory (M-button)
7. Mode button
8. START I/O button
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2.2. Displays and symbols
LCD Display Area Description
All segments
displayed
Ready
Measuring
countdown
Measurement
complete
Low battery
indication
Press the START/IO
button to turn on
the unit; all
segments will be
shown for 1 second.
When the unit is
ready for measure-
ment, the «°C» or
«°F» icon will keep
flashing while the
mode icon (body or
object) will be
displayed.
A 3 second
countdown will be
shown on the
display (3, 2, 1),
before each
measurement.
The reading will be
shown on the display
with the «°C» or «°F»
icon and the mode
icon steady. The unit
is ready for the next
measurement as
soon as the «°C» or
«°F» icon is flashing
again.
When the unit is
turned on, the
battery icon will
keep flashing to
remind the user to
replace the batteries.

3. Getting started
3.1. Setting date & time
1. After the new batteries are inserted, the year
will flash in the display. You can set the year by
pressing the M-button.
2. To confirm and then set the month, press the
MODE button.
3. Follow the previous instructions to set the
month, day, hours and minutes.
4. Once you have set the minutes and pressed the
START/IO button, the date and time are set and
the time is displayed.
•If no button is pressed for 20 seconds, the
device automatically switches to ready for
measuring.
To cancel when setting up the time:
•Press the START/IO button during time setup.
The LCD will show Date/Time icons with «—
:—».
•Then press the START/IO button to start a new
measurement.
•If no further action is taken within 30 seconds,
the device will automatically turn off.
Change current date and time:
•Press and hold the MODE button for approx. 8
seconds until the year number starts to flash.
Now you can enter the new values as
described above.
3.2. Sound settings
1. Press and hold the MODE button for 3 seconds
to set the sound.
2. Press the M-button to turn the sound on or off.
The sound is activated when the sound icon is
shown without a cross.
•When the sound setting has been chosen,
press the START/IO button to enter the «ready
for measuring» mode; otherwise the device will
automatically switch to ready for measuring
mode after 10 seconds.
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sound on
sound off
measuring
mode
body
measuring
mode

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3.3. Changing between body mode and object mode
Your thermometer’s default setting is body mode.
To change from body to object mode:
•Turn the thermometer on by pressing the
START/IO button. The display will show all
segments for 1 second.
•Press the MODE button.
•To toggle between body and object mode, press
the MODE button again.
3.4. Changing from fahrenheit to celsius
This thermometer can display temperature
readings in either Fahrenheit or Celsius.
•To switch the display between °C and °F, press
and hold the MODE button for 3 seconds; the
sound icon will appear.
•Press the MODE button again; the current
measurement scale («°C» or «°F» icon) will be
shown on the display.
•Toggle the measurement scale between °C and
°F by pressing the M-button.
•When the measurement scale has been
chosen, press the START/IO button. After 10
seconds, the thermometer will automatically
revert to the «ready for measuring» mode. measuring
mode
body
measuring
mode
object
measuring
mode

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4. How to use
4.1. Measuring body temperature
This thermometer measures infrared energy radiated from the
forehead as well as objects. This energy is collected through
the lens and converted into a temperature value.
Before taking a measurement, try to remain in a steady-state
for 30 minutes in the room. Activities like exercise and eating
can affect your body’s temperature and should not be
performed before/during a measurement, nor should a
measurement be taken immediately after such activities. For
the same reason, you should also not take a measurement
during/immediately after nursing an infant.
Always try to measure the same forehead location in order to
obtain comparable measurements; while keeping in mind that
body temperature changes through the day; highest in the
evening and lowest about one hour before waking up.
For reference, normal body temperature ranges are:
•Axillar: 94.5 - 99.1 °F (34.7 - 37.3 °C)
•Oral: 95.9 - 99.5 °F (35.5 - 37.5 °C)
•Rectal: 97.9 - 100.4 °F (36.6 - 38.0 °C)
•Non-Contact NC200 (FR1DG1): 95.7 - 99.4 °F (35.4 - 37.4 °C)
Remember to remove the thermometer’s protective cover
before starting. Once started, do not remove the thermometer
from the measuring area until it has beeped; signaling that the
measurement is complete.

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4.2. Measuring in body mode
To measure a another person’s body temperature:
1. Press the START/IO button. When activated,
the display will briefly show all symbols.
2. When the device is ready, «°C»/«°F» will flash,
a blinking blue tracking light will appear, and
the thermometer will beep.
3. Hold the thermometer about 2 inches
away, and aim it at the center of the
forehead (5 cm). If the area is covered with
hair, sweat or dirt, please remove the obstacle
to improve the reading’s accuracy.
4. When the measuring sensor is an appropriate
distance, the device will automatically start the
measurement.
The blue light will stop blinking and remain
steady, the display will show a countdown (3,
2, 1); after 3 seconds a long beep will verify the
completion of measurement.
5. Read the recorded temperature from the LCD
display.
2”
body
measuring
mode

4.3. Self-measurement mode
To measure your own body temperature:
1. Press the START/IO button. When activated,
the display will briefly display all symbols
2. When the device is ready, «°C»/«°F» will flash.
3. Aim the thermometer at the center of your
forehead. A green light will appear when the
thermometer is within an accurate range,
approx. 2 in (5 cm).
4.
The thermometer will beep when your measure-
ment is complete, and your temperature will be
displayed.
4.4. Measuring in object mode
To measure the temperature of an object (without
auto measurement):
1. Press the START/IO button. When activated,
the display will briefly display all symbols
2. Press the MODE button to switch to object mode.
3. When the device is ready, «°C»/«°F» will flash,
a blinking blue tracking light will appear, and
the thermometer will beep.
4. Aim the thermometer at the object you want to
measure with a distance of no more than 2” (5
cm). Press the START/IO button. The blue light
will stop blinking and remain steady. A long
beep will verify the completion of measurement.
5. Read the recorded temperature from the LCD display.
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body
measuring
mode
object
measuring
mode

4.5. Additional controls
To take another measurement:
•Move the thermometer away from the forehead
and wait until the «°C»/«°F» icon flashes. Then
repeat steps 3-4 above.
To turn off the device:
•Press and hold the START/IO button for 3
seconds. The device will automatically switch
off after approx. 60 seconds
Notes:
A basic physiological effect called vasoconstriction can occur
in the early stages of a fever, resulting in a cool skin effect.
The recorded temperature using this thermometer can,
therefore, be unusually low.
If the measurement result is not consistent with the patient's
finding or is unusually low, repeat the measurement every 15
minutes or double check the result by another core body
temperature measurement.
In the following situations it is recommended that three
temperatures in the same location be taken and the highest
one taken as the reading:
1. Children under three years of age with a compromised
immune system and for whom the presence or absence of a
fever is critical.
2. 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.
3. If the measurement is surprisingly low.
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5. Viewing stored readings (memory)
This thermometer can recall the last 30 readings
with time and date.
To view stored readings (recall mode):
•With the power off, press the M button. The
memory icon «M» will appear.
•Press and release the M button again to review
the last reading. A «1» and «M» will appear,
followed by the last reading.
•Continue to press and release the M button
consecutively to recall readings in succession, up
to the last 30 readings.
•Pressing and releasing the M button after the
last 30 readings have been recalled will resume
the above sequence from reading 1.
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