Vicks V934 User manual

VICKS®Baby Thermometer
Model V934
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Thank you for purchasing the VICKS®Baby Digital Thermometer, a professionally accurate instrument for comfortably
measuring a baby's temperature. Please read these instructions carefully to ensure accurate temperatures and safe
operation. When used properly, this high quality thermometer will give you years of accurate, dependable use.
The VICKS®Baby Digital Thermometer (V934) is designed specifically for measuring rectal temperatures of babies.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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High, prolonged fever requires medical attention especially for young children. Please contact your pediatrician.
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This product is not a toy. Do not allow child to play with it. Adult supervision is required in the use of this
product.
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This product is designed to measure human body temperature. Do not use it for any other purpose.
If you have any questions or comments about the VICKS®Baby Digital Thermometer, call our
toll-free Consumer Service Line: 1-800-477-0457.
TEMPERATURE READINGS
Temperature readings vary from person to person. Although there is no one “normal”temperature reading, a
temperature, taken rectally, ranging between 98-100.4°F is considered normal.
The best method to determine your baby’s normal temperature is to use the thermometer when they are feeling
well. Record the temperature twice a day (early morning and late afternoon). Take the average of the two
temperatures. This is considered your baby’s normal body temperature. Any variation from it may indicate some
sort of illness and you should consult your pediatrician.
Note: This method produces a temperature approximately 1°higher than a temperature taken orally and 2°higher
than a temperature taken under the arm.
BEFORE USE
Your VICKS®Baby Digital Thermometer is designed specifically for rectal use. It is recommended that for 15
minutes prior to use, your child should avoid eating or drinking any liquids, physical activity, or bathing.
OPERATING YOUR VICKS®BABY
DIGITAL THERMOMETER
Press the On/Off button to activate the thermometer. A beep will sound and the
display will come on. The display will first show the LCD display test (Fig. 1) and then
show the last reading. After 5 seconds, the display will be in the ready mode (Fig. 2)
and the display light will go off.
FOR RECTAL USE
Use for babies, young children, or when it is difficult to take an oral or underarm temperature. Important: For
sanitary reasons, once this thermometer has been used for a rectal reading, do not use it for an oral reading. Clean
it thoroughly before using again or on a different child.
1. Lubricate the tip with a water-soluble jelly for easier insertion. Do not use a petroleum jelly. Read the label of the
lubricant to be sure you are using the right kind.
2. The proper position for a baby is to lay on its stomach with legs hanging down, either across your knees or at
the edge of a bed or changing table. This positions the infant’s rectum for safe and easy insertion of the
thermometer.
3. Gently insert the tip of the thermometer NO MORE THAN 1/2 inch into the rectum. The guard above the tip is
designed to prevent over-insertion. If you detect resistance, stop. Hold the thermometer in place during
measurement.
4. When the peak temperature is reached (usually 10 seconds) 10 beep signals will sound and the “°F”sign will
stop flashing and the display light will come on. The temperature is now ready to read and will not change when
the thermometer is removed.
5. Turn the thermometer off by pressing the On/Off button. The display light will come on automatically to
illuminate the last reading, then unit will power off. If you forget to turn it off, the thermometer will automatically
turn off after approximately 9 minutes.
Reminder: Wash the thermometer as recommended before placing it back in the storage case. See instructions
below.
- - -°F
188.8°F
M
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Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Probe tip Battery
Compartment
(on side)
LCD display
On/Off Button
Insertion guard

UNDERARM (AXILLARY) USE
1. Wipe the underarm with a towel.
2. Place the thermometer under the arm so the tip is touching the skin and
position the arm next to the body. With a young child, it is sometimes helpful to
hug the child to keep their arm next to their body. This helps hold the
thermometer steady and ensures that the room air does not affect the reading.
3. When the peak temperature is reached (usually 60 seconds) 10 beep signals
will sound and the “°F”sign will stop flashing and the display light will come on. The temperature is now ready
to read and will not change when the thermometer is removed.
4. Turn the thermometer off by pressing the On/Off button. If you forget to turn it off, the thermometer will
automatically turn off after approximately 9 minutes.
5. Wash the thermometer as recommended.
AUTOMATIC NIGHT GLOW DISPLAY
The night glow display works automatically as you turn your Vicks thermometer on or off. When turned on, the
display will glow for 5 seconds to illuminate the last temperature taken and the ready display. When you turn off the
thermometer, the display will glow again, illuminating the temperature reading for 4 seconds.
TO RECALL THE LAST TEMPERATURE
When the thermometer is turned on, the last measured temperature will be shown on the LCD display with the letter
“M”shown under the degree sign for approximately 2 seconds.
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
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Clean the sensor area of the thermometer only by washing with soap and warm water or rubbing alcohol (70%
isopropyl alcohol).
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Wipe dry with soft cloth.
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DO NOT SUBMERGE THE READOUT DISPLAY OF THE THERMOMETER IN WATER. This will cause the
thermometer to no longer function properly.
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DO NOT BOIL OR CLEAN IN DISHWASHER. This will cause the thermometer to no longer function
and will void the warranty.
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Do not wash the unit with any thinner or chemical solvent.
CHANGING THE BATTERIES
The VICKS®Baby Digital Thermometer features a long life, mercury free battery. When the “”appears in the lower
right of the display, the battery is exhausted and needs replacing.
1. With a coin or screwdriver, release cover lock located on the side of the thermometer and remove the battery
with a non-metallic instrument.
2. Carefully discard the old battery. Keep out of reach of young children, elderly and pets.
3. Replace with a type SR41 (long life), LR41, or equivalent, making sure the positive (+) side is facing the back of
the thermometer.
4. Replace battery cover. Your thermometer is now ready for use.
SPECIFICATIONS
Battery Life: more than 200 hours of continuous operation. (approx. 2 years if used 10 minutes per day,
every day).
Accuracy: +/- 0.2°F between 96.0-107.0°F at room temperature of 71.0°F.
Temperature Range: 90.0°-109.9°F. If less than 90.0°F a “- - -”is displayed. If more than 108.0°F an “H”is displayed.
Beeper: Unit will beep for approximately 8 seconds when peak temperature is reached.
LIFETIME WARRANTY
Your VICKS®Baby Digital Thermometer is durable and manufactured for a lifetime of normal, household use.
Following directions carefully will ensure years of dependable operation. If for any reason (other than misuse or
normal battery replacement) you are dissatisfied with your VICKS®Baby Digital Thermometer, we will repair or
replace it, at our option, free during your lifetime.
If the thermometer does not function properly, first check the battery. Replace if necessary. If repair is necessary
call our Consumer Service Department at 1-800-477-0457 or write to Kaz Consumer Relations, 250 Turnpike Road,
Southborough, MA 01772 or send a fax to 1-508-481-0509, explaining just how the thermometer is improperly
working. Our consumer service representative will provide further instruction on how to correct the trouble yourself
or will ask you to return the thermometer for repair or replacement.
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Fig. 3