Veridian Healthcare 09-340 Instruction Manual

FAQ’s
Frequently
Asked
Questions
TABLE OF CONTENTS
General Product and Safety Information ..................................................2
Probe Covers.....................................................................................................3
Accuracy ........................................................................................................3-4
Cleaning.............................................................................................................5
Using the Thermometer.............................................................................5-6
Read-out Variances.........................................................................................7
Battery................................................................................................................8
Warranty............................................................................................................8
Instrucciones en Español.........................................................................9-16
Customer Care: 866-326-1313
Instant Ear
Thermometer

2- FAQ’s
GENERAL PRODUCT AND SAFETY INFORMATION
What are the advantages
of measuring body temperature at the ear?
The hypothalamus, which is the part of the brain that regulates
body temperature, is very close to the eardrum. Ear thermometers,
unlike oral, rectal, or underarm thermometers, can detect real-time
changes in body temperature. Measuring temperature at the ear is
also faster and less intrusive than other methods.
How does the Instant Ear Thermometer work?
The lens captures energy emitted from the eardrum and
surrounding tissue and the thermometer converts this energy into
a temperature reading.
Is the thermometer dangerous or harmful?
Not at all. The thermometer only receives heat and infrared
energy; it does not radiate or emit anything.
Is the thermometer
safe for children and infants?
Absolutely. The probe can be fully inserted into children’s and
infants’ ears. The probe is too short to reach the eardrum, and the
ear canal is smaller than the thermometer’s probe, so it cannot
reach any sensitive tissues or structures in the ear. Be sure to
follow the instructions, inserting the probe snugly but stopping
when resistance is felt.

FAQ’s - 3
PROBE CO ERS
Should I use probe covers
with the Instant Ear Thermometer?
No. The thermometer is calibrated to work without the use of
probe covers, for your convenience. Always clean the lens before
and after use to maintain accuracy and prevent cross-
contamination.
ACCURACY
Is my ear thermometer as accurate
as devices used in hospitals?
This thermometer is designed and manufactured to meet the
standards used for professional thermometers, and its accuracy
has been proven in clinical use.
How do ear thermometer measurements compare to
temperature readings taken
using other methods?
Ear measurements and oral measurements are comparable; the
normal range of temperatures is 97.0° F to 99.0° F (36.1° C – 37.2°
C). Rectal temperatures are typically 1.0° F (0.5° C) higher, while
underarm temperatures are 1.0° F (0.5° C) lower.

4- FAQ’s
ACCURACY
Why do multiple measurements
produce dierent readings?
Many factors may contribute to differing results. To prevent
different readings, clean the lens before and after each use, use the
same ear for each measurement, position the probe in the same
way each time, and wait at least 10 seconds between readings.
Is the thermometer still accurate after being
dropped or subjected to another heavy impact?
Your thermometer performs a self-test each time it is turned on.
As long as the self-test display (all indicators shown on the display
at once) is shown when the thermometer is activated, an accurate
reading should occur if proper technique is used.

FAQ’s - 5
CLEANING
How often should I clean the thermometer?
The lens should be cleaned before and after each use, to eliminate
earwax and ngerprints and ensure the accuracy of your readings.
Use an alcohol swab, or a soft cotton swab moistened with 70%
isopropyl alcohol, to gently cleanse the probe lens and thermometer
casing. Never use a paper towel to clean your thermometer, as it may
scratch the lens. Do not use cleaning agents other than alcohol to
clean the thermometer; abrasives, thinners or gasoline will damage
the unit. Do not immerse the thermometer or allow liquid to enter
the casing.
Is the thermometer waterproof?
The probe tip is waterproof, but other parts of the unit (such as the
display, battery cover, or buttons) are vulnerable to water damage.
USING THE THERMOMETER
Can the thermometer be used on infants?
What about the elderly?
The thermometer is safe and accurate for all ages, and is especially
benecial for use in infants and children due to it’s non-invasive
nature and the speed with which a reading can be taken. Keep in
mind, illness may be present even without an elevated
temperature, particularly in the elderly, in infants under 3 months
of age, and those with compromised immune systems. If illness is
apparent without a fever, consult with a healthcare professional.
Never leave children unsupervised with a thermometer.

6- FAQ’s
USING THE THERMOMETER
Which ear should I use
when taking measurements?
There is generally no signicant difference between ear
temperatures, although special conditions such as infection, ear
canal drainage, or previous ear surgery may make one ear more
suitable than the other. For best results, always use the same ear
to take measurements for the same patient.
Why do dierent ears in the same
patient produce dierent readings?
Individual variations or a differing amount of wax or dirt in the ears
may cause different readings. The position of the probe may also
produce differing results. For best results, always use the same ear
to take measurements for the same patient.
Can the Instant Ear Thermometer
be used to measure temperature
at sites on the body other than the ear?
No. This thermometer is designed specically for ear temperature
measurements.

FAQ’s - 7
USING THE THERMOMETER
Can I use the thermometer to take the temperature
of an animal?
No. The thermometer is meant for human use only.
Can I use the thermometer to determine ovulation by
measuring basal body temperature?
No. This unit is not appropriate for basal readings.
READOUT ARIANCES
Can earwax aect the reading?
While a small amount of earwax in the ear does not have an effect, a
larger amount may affect results. Earwax on the lens may cause an
inaccurate reading. Therefore, clean the lens before and after each use.
Can an ear thermometer be used when the patient
has an ear infection?
To prevent unnecessary pain or discomfort, we recommend that
the measurement be taken in an unaffected ear or with another
type of thermometer at another measurement site.
Will ambient air temperatures aect results?
An accurate reading can be produced in an air temperature
anywhere between 60.8° F and 104.0° F (16.0° C – 40.0° C).

8- FAQ’s
BATTERY
What type of battery is used in the unit?
One CR2032 lithium battery is used in the thermometer.
How long should the battery last?
The battery will last for approximately 5,000 measurements.
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What is the warranty
on the Instant Ear Thermometer?
The warrantor guarantees that its Instant Ear Thermometer will be free
from manufacturing defects under normal use for as long as the original
purchaser owns the product. This warranty covers only normal use, and
does not apply to use in any clinical or commercial applications. This
warranty does not cover batteries or other power sources that may be
provided with or used with the Digital Thermometer. This warranty is
voided if the Digital Thermometer product is misused or abused in any
manner.
If the Instant Ear Thermometer fails to operate during the time the original
purchaser owns it, return it postage prepaid to: Repair Department, 1175
akeside Drive, Gurnee, I 60031. The warrantor will repair or replace the
defective unit at the option of the warrantor. Repair or replacement of the
defective unit, at warrantor’s option, is the sole remedy under this
warranty.
For complete detailed warranty infomation, refer to the unit instruction
manual.
WARRANTY

Instantánea Oido
de Termómetro
FAQ’s
Preguntas
Frecuentes
CONTENIDO
Información general sobre el producto y la seguridad .........................2
Protectores de la sonda.................................................................................3
Precisión ........................................................................................................3-4
impieza............................................................................................................5
Cómo usar el termómetro.........................................................................5-6
Variaciones de lecturas..................................................................................7
Batería................................................................................................................8
Garantía.............................................................................................................8
Customer Care: 866-326-1313

10 - FAQ’s
INFORMACIÓN GENERAL SOBRE
EL PRODUCTO Y LA SEGURIDAD
¿Cuáles son las ventajas de medir la temperatura
corporal en el oído?
El hipotálamo, que es la parte del cerebro que regula la temperatura
corporal, está muy cerca del tímpano. os termómetros auriculares, a
diferencia de los orales, rectales o axilares, pueden detectar los cambios de
la temperatura corporal en tiempo real. a medición de la temperatura en
el oído también es más rápida y menos invasiva que con otros métodos.
¿Cómo funciona el termómetro de medición
instantánea para oído?
a lente capta la energía emitida desde el tímpano y el tejido circundante y
el termómetro convierte dicha energía en un valor de lectura de la
temperatura.
¿El termómetro es peligroso o perjudicial?
De ningún modo. El termómetro solo recibe energía calórica e infrarroja;
no irradia ni emite nada.
¿El termómetro es seguro para niños y bebés?
Absolutamente. a sonda puede introducirse completamente en los oídos
de niños y bebés. a sonda es demasiado corta para llegar al tímpano y el
canal auditivo es más pequeño que la sonda del termómetro; por lo tanto,
no puede llegar a ningún tejido ni estructura sensible del oído. Asegúrese
de seguir las instrucciones; introduzca la sonda cómodamente, pero
deténgase cuando sienta resistencia.