Safety 1st Accu-Touch 49529 User manual

User Guide
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©2004 Dorel Juvenile Group
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Distributed by Dorel Juvenile Group
2525 StateStreet,
Columbus, IN 47201-7494
Dorel Sales and Distribution Canada
873 Hodge St., St-Laurent,
QC Canada H4N 2B1
06/05 4358-3760
Accu-Touch
Forehead
Thermometer
Model 49529
&up 6mos
+ 6mo + 6 meses
+
+
&up B rth
0m

BEFORE USING THIS THERMOMETER, PLEASE READ
CAREFULLY:
• This thermometer is not a toy and should be kept out
of a child’s reach when not in use.
• Keep thermometer away from hot or boiling water,
chemicals, and direct sunlight.
• Avoid sudden shock and dust.
• Make sure the thermometer has been at room
temperature for 15 minutes before use.
• Remove batteries if stored for a long period of time.
• Do not disassemble.
WARNING
SAFETY INFORMATION:
• High, prolonged fever requires medical attention especially for
young children. Please contact your physician.
• Do not allow children to take their temperatures unattended.
• Read these instructions carefully to ensure accurate
temperature readings. Temperature readings are affected by
many factors including exercise, drinking hot or cold
beverages prior to taking a reading as well as technique.
• Do not allow children to walk or run during temperature
taking. The probe could present a hazard.
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Accu-Touch Forehead Thermometer, the
thermometer that enables accuratetemperature measurements of both
forehead and underarm in approximately 7 seconds.*
*Timing results may vary.

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This thermometer is based on R.A.T.E™ (Rapid, Accurate, Temperature,
Establishment) technology. The accurate measurement is obtained by
using a unique probe, which measures the heat flow from the blood
vessels to the skin and converts it to body temperature.
How Does it Work?
What is “normal” body temperature? “Normal” body temperature
varies from person to person and changes according to time of day and
body location. Hot or cold baths, physical exercise, smoking and
drinking hot or cold drinks may change body temperature by one degree
or more.
The following table shows the temperature ranges:
Body Temperature
What is fever?Average normal temperature ranges
Forehead Over 100.0°F/37.8°C 97.0°F-100.0°F / 36.1°C – 37.8°C
Rectal* Over 100.4°F / 38°C 97.3°F - 100.4°F / 36.3°C – 38°C
Oral * Over 100.0°F / 37.8°C 97.0°F - 100.0°F / 36.1°C – 37.8°C
Underarm* Over 99.0°F / 37.2°C 95.4°F - 99.0°F / 35.2°C – 37.2°C
*Fever definitions according to the American Medical Association
The thermometer is designed to precisely measure the temperature
of the forehead between the eye socket and the hairline. It is
important to know that the thermal characteristics of each
measurement body location (temple, underarm, oral or rectal) are
unique. The variance in temperature measurement in different
blood
vessels skin thermometer
heat
transfer
vasos
sanguíneos
piel termómetro transferencia
de calor
ThermometerSkinHeat
Transfer
Blood
Vessels

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The Accu-Touch Forehead Thermometer memory function stores the
last measurement. This measurement will appear for approximately two
seconds after turning the thermometer on and the thermometer
initializes. The ready display will then show after last reading appears.
This feature allows you to compare your most recent measurement to
the prior one.
Introduction
Afever is a body temperature that exceeds an individual’s normal body
temperature range. Except in the cases of newborn infants, the presence
of a fever is not necessarily a cause for concern. In fact, a fever can help
the immune system to work more effectively. However, a physician
should be consulted if a fever is accompanied by vomiting; diarrhea;
changes in appetite, breathing, or activity level; or, in the case of
children, irritability, lethargy, or sleepiness.
Information on Fever
Memory Function
Automatic shut offoccurs after one minute of no activity.
Automatic Shut Off
Body Temperature Continued
body locations is due to the human body and not the
thermometer. The Accu-Touch Forehead thermometer readings
are equivalent to oral measurements.
IMPORTANT:
• It is recommended that you measure the body temperature of
each individual when healthy to establish a “normal”
temperature.
• Due to the unique body physiology of each person, it is
recommended that you take a persons temperature at the same
temple location to compare measurements.

On/OffButton
LCD Display
Forehead/Underarm
Mode Changer
Battery Access
Parts Names
NOTE: The names of the parts are shown below for your
convenience.
Probe Tip
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Finger Placement
Temperature
°For °C
Thermometer LCD Display
Battery
Hourglass
NOTE: Display is shown with all segments lit.
Forehead/Underarm
Mode Indicator

Using Your Thermometer
Before You Begin: What to know before you get started:
IMPORTANT: Follow these guidelines:
•Brush hair away from the temple area.
• Press the Mode button to select forehead or underarm mode .
Thermometer will start in last mode used.
•Use this thermometer on a clean, dry forehead or underarm. Wipe
away any perspiration prior to use.
•Do not try to take a measurement until the two beeps are heard.
•Make sure that the thermometer and the patient do not move while
measurement is in progress.
•Correct placement on the temple and good contact with the body
ensure reliable measurements.
•As soon as the thermometer is in place, the measurement starts
automatically.Arunning circle will appear indicating that
measurement is progressing successfully.
•Wait at least 2 minutes before taking another measurement.
•Once the thermometer is “ready to measure”, it will shut off
automatically after 1 minute if it has not maintained good contact
with the patient’s skin.
•Clean the thermometer after each use (see “Care and Cleaning”
section).
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3.Wait for the hourglass icon to disappear, then
two beeps will be heard to indicate that the
thermometer is “ready to
measure”.
4.Wipe away perspiration with a
dry towel.
5.Place the thermometer probe in
the center of the temple area
between the eye socket and the
hairline. Gently press it against
the temple and ensure good
contact with the skin is
maintained (Figure 3).
6.Atemperature reading will be
displayed within 7 seconds*. One long beep will be heard to indicate
that measurement is complete and temperature will be displayed for
about 1 minute.
7.Press and release the ON/OFF button to turn the thermometer off.
NOTE: If you need to take another reading, wait two minutes before
taking another measurement. Thermometer will startin last mode used.
*Timing results may vary.
Using Your Thermometer
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To Take a Forehead Measurement:
2.The result of the previous temperature
measurement will be displayed for 2 seconds
(Figure 2).
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1.Press and release the ON/OFF button. You will
hear one beep. All segments will be displayed
(Figure 1).
IMPORTANT: Press the Mode button to
select forehead measurement mode. Be sure
that an arrow is pointing at the forehead as
shown
(Figure 2).
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Using Your Thermometer
To Take an Underarm Measurement:
3.Wait for the hourglass icon to disappear, then
two beeps will be heard to indicatethat the
thermometer is “ready to measure”.
4.Make sure the armpit is dry and there is no
clothing between the chest and arm. Wipe
away perspiration with a dry towel.
5.Place the thermometer probe in the center of
the armpit as shown (Figure 3).Gently press
the thermometer’s probe in an upward
motion.
6.Leave the patient’s arm raised up –
DO NOT BRING THE HAND DOWN
DURING THE MEASUREMENT until
completed.
7.A temperaturereading will be displayed within 7 seconds*. One long
beep will be heard to indicate that measurement is complete and
temperature will be displayed for about 1 minute.
8.Press and release the ON/OFF button to turn the thermometer off.
NOTE: If you need to take another reading, wait two minutes before
taking another measurement. Thermometer will start in last mode used.
*Timing results may vary.
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2.The result of the previous temperature
measurement will be displayed for 2 seconds
(Figure 2).
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1.Press and release the ON/OFF button. You will
hear one beep. All segments will be displayed
(Figure 1).
IMPORTANT: Press the Mode button to
select underarm measurement mode. Be sure
that an arrow is pointing at the underarm as
shown
(Figure 2).
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To Change the Measurement Scale:
NOTE: The Accu-Touch Forehead Thermometer can display temperature
measurements in either Fahrenheit or Celsius. The unit will be factory preset
to Fahrenheit. Use this procedure to change to Celsius or back to Fahrenheit
at any time.
1. To switch the display between °F
and °C and vice-versa: While off,
press and hold the MODE button.
Continue holding while you press
and release the ON/OFF button
(Figure 1).
Care and Cleaning
•Wipe the probe with an alcohol swab or cotton swab moistened with
70% isopropyl alcohol before & after each use.
•After cleaning, wait at least two minutes for the unit to adjust to room
temperature before taking measurement.
•Use only a soft, dry cloth to clean the body of the thermometer (if
necessary).
•Never use an abrasive cleanser or submerge the thermometer in water
or other liquids.
•Do not expose the thermometer to extreme temperatures, humidity,
direct sunlight or shock. Store at room temperature.
Fahrenheit
Celsius
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The Accu-Touch Forehead Thermometer includes two AAA batteries
already installed which should provide at least
1000 measurements.
Approximate battery life is three years. When the Low Battery
Display appears, replace batteries before taking a new
measurement.
Installing and Replacing the Batteries:
The thermometer uses 2 standard
alkaline AAA 1.5v batteries. To
install/replace :
1.Using a screwdriver, loosen the screw
on the battery door and lift battery
cover off thermometer.
2.Place batteries in battery
compartment, matching polarity
according to the diagram.
3.Secure the battery cover using the screw.
Battery Replacement
Screw
• Remove batteries if stored for a long period of time.
• KEEP BATTERIES OUT OF CHILD’S REACH.
SWALLOWING A BATTERY COULD BE FATAL.
BATTERIES SHOULD NOT BE CHARGED OR PLACED
INTO EXTREME HEATAS THEY MAYRUPTURE OR
EXPLODE.
WARNING
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Troubleshooting and Displays
Display Meaning Action
The measured
temperature is below
95°F (35°C).
The measured temperature
is above 107.6°F (42°C).
Or thermometer was
placed in body position
before two beeps were
heard.
The thermometer is too
cold or too hot to
operate.
Temperature did not
register because of poor
contact, patient movement
or poor placement.
Unit malfunctioned.
Turn the unit OFF and then ON
again. Retake temperature as
described in “Using Your
Thermometer” section.
Turn the unit OFF and then ON
again. To verify the reading, retake
temperature as described in “Using
Your Thermometer” section.
Verify room temperature is within
50°F to 104°F (16°C to 40°C).
Retake temperature as described in
“Using Your Thermometer” section.
Turn the unit OFF, wait two
minutes, turn it ON again and
retake temperature as described in
“Using Your Thermometer” section.
Do not use the thermometer –
contact distributor for instructions.
Only battery icon is on
and the device
automatically turns
itself OFF.
The batteries aredrained - replace
batteries (see “Replacing Batteries”
section).
The thermometer has been designed to display feedback/warnings to
ensure proper usage and accurate temperature measurement. When an
error or indication appears, one “beep” signal will be heard once every 5
seconds for 10 seconds and then the thermometer will turn off
automatically. In the event of a malfunction or incorrect temperature
measurement, the following warnings will be displayed:
Battery icon is on
continuously.
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The batteries have enough
remaining life for a few more
measurements. Replace batteries.

Feature Performance / Data
Measurement time 7seconds (
timing results may vary)
Measurement
locations Temple artery area of the forehead or underarm
Measurement range 95.5°F to 107.6°F (35°C to 42°C)
Operation
environment 60.8°F to 104.0°F (16°C to 40°C) Humidity:15-95% (non condensing)
Storage environment -4°F to 122°F (-20° C to 50° C),
Humidity: 15-95% (non condensing)
Measurement
readout Fahrenheit or Celsius
Accuracy Complies with ASTM E 1112-00 standard
requirements
Batteries 2 AAA 1.5volt alkaline batteries
Battery life 1000 full duty cycles
Memory Last reading display when turned on
Auto shut off After 60 seconds
Probe material Stainless steel and food grade ABS plastic
Warranty 1year
Technical Specifications
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One (1) Year Limited Warranty
Dorel Juvenile Group, Inc. warrants to the original purchaser that this
product (Accu-Touch Forehead Thermometer), is free from material
and workmanship defects when used under normal conditions for a
period of one (1) year from the date of purchase. Should the product
contain defects in material or workmanship Dorel Juvenile Group, Inc.,
will repair or replace the product, at our option, free of charge.
Purchaser will be responsible for all costs associated with packaging
and shipping the product to Dorel Juvenile Group Consumer Relations
Department at the address noted on the front of this document and
all other freight or insurance costs associated with the return. Dorel
Juvenile Group will bear the cost of shipping the repaired or replaced
product to the purchaser. Product should be returned in its original
package accompanied by a proof of purchase, either a sales receipt or
other proof that the product is within the warranty period. This
warranty is void if the owner repairs or modifies the product or the
product has been damaged as a result of misuse.
This warranty excludes any liability other than that expressly stated
previously, including but not limited to, any incidental or
inconsequential damages.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR
LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES,
SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY
TO YOU.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND
YOU MAYALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT MAY VARY FROM
STATE TO STATE.
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©2004 Dorel Juvenile Group
Termómetro hecho en ISRAEL
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[phone]
Los estilos y colores pueden variar.
Distribuido por Dorel Juvenile Group
2525 State Street,
Columbus, IN 47201-7494
Dorel Sales and Distribution Canada
873 Hodge St., St-Laurent,
QC Canada H4N 2B1
06/05 4358-3760
Termómetro de
Frente
Accu-Touch
Modelo 49529
&up 6mos
+ 6mo + 6 meses
+
+
&up B rth
0m

LEA ATENTAMENTE ANTES DE UTILIZAR ESTE TERMÓMETRO:
• Este termómetro no es un juguete y debe mantenerse
fuera del alcance de los niños cuando no se usa.
• Mantenga el termómetro alejado del agua caliente o
hirviendo, los productos químicos y la luz directa del sol.
• Evite las sacudidas bruscas y el polvo.
• Asegúrese de que el termómetro haya estado a temperatura
ambiente durante 15 minutos antes de su uso.
• Retire las baterías si desea guardar el producto por
mucho tiempo.
ADVERTENCIA
INFORMACIÓN DE SEGURIDAD:
• La fiebre alta y prolongada requiere atención médica, especialmente
en el caso de niños pequeños. Por favor consulte a su médico.
• No permita que los niños se tomen la temperatura sin supervisión
de un adulto. Este termómetro no es un juguete y debe
mantenerse fuera del alcance de los niños cuando no se lo utilice.
• Lea atentamente estas instrucciones para asegurar lecturas de
temperatura precisas. Las lecturas de temperatura son afectadas
por muchos factores, tales como el ejercicio físico o el beber
bebidas calientes o frías, si se los realiza antes de medir la
temperatura. Los resultados también dependen de la técnica
empleada.
• No permita que los niños caminen o corran mientras se les toma
la temperatura. La sonda podría causarles daño.
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Introducción
Muchas gracias por comprar el Termómetro de Frente Accu-Touch, un
dispositivo que permitetomar la temperatura en la frente y debajo del
brazo en aproximadamente 7 segundos.*
*Los tiempos pueden variar.

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Este termómetro utiliza tecnología R.A.T.E™, que ofrece una medición
de temperatura rápida y precisa. La precisión de la medición se obtiene
utilizando una sonda exclusiva que mide el flujo de calor de los vasos
sanguíneos a la piel y lo convierte en temperatura corporal.
¿Cómo funciona?
¿Qué valor de temperaturacorporal es el “normal”? La temperatura
corporal “normal” varía paracada persona y cambia según el momento
del día y la ubicación del cuerpo. Los baños fríos o calientes, el ejercicio
físico, el fumar y las bebidas frías o calientes pueden cambiar la
temperatura corporal en un grado o más.
La tabla siguientemuestra los límites de temperatura:
Temperatura corporal
¿Qué es la fiebre? Límites de temperaturanormal media
FrenteMás de 100.0°F / 37.8°C 97.0°F-100.0°F / 36.1°C – 37.8°C
Rectal* Más de 100.4°F / 38°C 97.3°F - 100.4°F / 36.3°C – 38°C
Oral * Más de 100.0°F/37.8°C 97.0°F - 100.0°F / 36.1°C – 37.8°C
Debajo del brazo* Más de 99.0°F/37.2°C 95.4°F - 99.0°F / 35.2°C – 37.2°C
*Definiciones de fiebre de la Asociación Médica Americana
Este termómetro ha sido diseñado para medir con precisión la
temperatura en la frente, entre la cuenca del ojo y la línea de
crecimiento capilar.Es importantesaber que las características
térmicas de cada partedel cuerpo son únicas (sien, debajo del
brazo, oral o rectal). La diferencia entre las temperaturas tomadas
blood
vessels skin thermometer
heat
transfer
vasos
sanguíneos
piel termómetro transferencia
de calor
TermómetroPielTransferenci
ade calor
Vasos
sanguíneos

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La función de memoria del Termómetrode FrenteAccu-Touch almacena
la última medición. Esta medición aparecerá durante aproximadamente
dos segundos después de encender el termómetro y después de que el
termómetrocomience a funcionar.Después de exhibir la última lectura,
el termómetro mostrará una pantalla para indicar que está listo para ser
utilizado.Esta función le permite comparar su medición más reciente
con la medición anterior.
Introducción
La fiebre es una temperatura corporal que excede los límites de temperatura
corporal normal de un individuo.Salvo en el caso de bebés recién nacidos,
la presencia de fiebre no necesariamente es una causa de preocupación.
De hecho, la fiebre puede ayudar al sistema inmunológico a funcionar más
eficientemente. Sin embargo, se debe consultar a un médico si la fiebre se
presenta junto con vómitos, diarrea, cambios en el apetito, en la
respiración o en el nivel de actividad o bien, en el caso de niños,
acompañada de irritabilidad, letargo o somnolencia.
Información sobre la fiebre
Función de memoria
Al cabo de un minuto de inactividad, la unidad se apaga automáticamente.
Apagado automático
Temperatura corporal continuación
en diferentes partes del cuerpo se debe al organismo humano y no
al termómetro. Las lecturas del Termómetro de Frente Accu-Touch
son equivalentes a las mediciones orales.
IMPORTANTE:
• Se recomienda medir la temperatura corporal de cada persona
cuando esté en buen estado de salud, a fin de establecer cuál es
su temperatura “normal”.
• Debido a la fisiología corporal propia de cada persona, se
recomienda tomar siempre la temperatura en el mismo sitio de la
sien paracomparar mediciones.

Botón de
encendido/
apagado
Pantalla de LCD
Alternador de modo
Frente/Debajo del
brazo
Acceso a la
batería
Nombre de las piezas
NOTA: Para su conveniencia, a continuación se muestran los
nombres de las piezas.
Punta de la
sonda
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Sitio de colocación
del dedo
Temperatura
°F o °C
Pantalla de LCD del termómetro
Batería
Reloj de arena
NOTA: La pantalla se muestracon todos los segmentos encendidos.
Indicador de modo
Frente/Debajo del
brazo

Cómo utilizar el termómetro
Antes de comenzar: Qué debe saber antes de comenzar:
IMPORTANTE: Siga estas pautas:
•Retire el cabello del área de la sien.
• Oprima el botón Mode (Modo) para seleccionar el modo Frente
oDebajo del brazo. El termómetro se encenderá en el último
modo utilizado.
•Utilice este termómetro sobre superficies limpias y secas, tanto en la
frente como debajo del brazo. Antes de usar el termómetro, seque la
transpiración presente en la zona.
•No intente medir la temperatura hasta no oír dos “bips”.
•Asegúrese de que ni el paciente ni el termómetro se muevan cuando la
medición esté en curso.
•La ubicación correctaen la sien y el contacto adecuado con el cuerpo
aseguran mediciones confiables.
•Tan pronto como el termómetro esté en posición, la medición se
iniciará automáticamente. Se mostrará un círculo de medición en
curso, lo para indicar que la medición se está llevando a cabo con
éxito.
•Espereal menos dos minutos antes de medir otra vez la temperatura.
•Una vez que el termómetro esté listo para realizar una medición, se
apagará automáticamente al cabo de 1 minuto si no tiene buen
contacto con la piel del paciente.
•Limpie el termómetro después de cada uso (vea la sección “Cuidado y
limpieza”).
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3.Espere hasta que el icono del reloj de arena
aparezca. Luego, se oirán dos “bips”, lo que
indica que el termómetro está listo para realizar
una medición.
4.Seque la transpiración con una
toalla seca.
5.Coloque la sonda del termómetro
en el centrode la sien, entrela
cuenca del ojo y la línea de
crecimiento capilar. Presione el
termómetro suavemente contra la
sien para asegurar un buen
contacto con la piel (Figura3).
6.Al cabo de 7 segundos, se
mostrará una lecturade
temperatura*. Se oirá un “bip” largo, lo cual indica que la medición ha
finalizado. La temperatura se mostrará durante 1 minuto.
7.Oprima y suelteel botón de ENCENDIDO/APAGADO (ON/OFF) para
apagar el termómetro.
NOTA: Si desea realizar otramedición, esperedos minutos antes de medir
otra vez la temperatura. El termómetro se encenderá en el último modo utilizado.
*Los tiempos pueden variar.
Cómo utilizar el termómetro
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Cómo realizar una medición en la frente:
2.El resultado de la medición anterior se
mostrará durante 2 segundos (Figura 2).
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1.Oprima y suelte el botón de ENCENDIDO/
APAGADO (ON/OFF). Se oirá un “bip”. La
pantalla mostrará todos los segmentos (Figura 1).
IMPORTANTE: Oprima el botón Mode (Modo)
para seleccionar el modo Frente. Asegúrese de
que una flecha esté apuntando a la frente del
dibujo, como se muestra
(Figura 2).
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