Zeal-All ACT8000 User manual

PROFESSIONAL TYMPANIC THERMOMETER
Innovation, Quality and Service since 1888
Model ACT8000
Infrared Ear Thermometer
Instructions for Use
NHS NPC: FWH153
MPC: ACT8000
SUPPLIERS TO THE NHS SINCE 1948
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Your Zeal Tympanic Thermometer has been specically designed
for professional use. It provides a fast 1 second, safe and accurate,
body temperature measurement from the human ear.
The special shape of the thermometer probe will help to avoid
damage to the tympanic membrane by insertion too far into the
ear canal.
The thermometer features `hands - free´ probe cover application
and removal to help reduce cross contamination by HAI’s
(healthcare acquired infections).
As with all thermometers, correct use and technique is
essential for obtaining accurate temperature assessments.
Therefore, please read these instructions carefully, and
thoroughly, before using the product.
Important
• Operating environment: the thermometer is designed to
be used in an ambient temperature of +10°C to +40°C
or +50°F to +104°F and 25% to 95% RH.
• To ensure accurate assessments it is important to keep
the probe lens clean, dry, and free from defects. To project
the thermometer always return it to the storage cradle after use.
• This thermometer should only be used with genuine Zeal probe
covers.
• To avoid inaccurate readings and prevent cross contamination
always attach a new, clean probe cover for each temperature
measurement. Please check the probe cover before use to ensure
that it is not damaged.
• If by accident the thermometer has been used without a probe
cover attached, clean the lens before next use - see section on
cleaning the product, page 21.
• The thermometer contains small parts that can be swallowed or
produce a choking hazard to children. Always keep the thermometer
out of children’s reach.
• Zeal Professional Tympanic Thermometers conform with all the latest
Standards ASTM E1965-98(2016) ISO 80601-2-56. IEC 60601-
1:2005, and ISO 4155:2011
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INTRODUCTION MODEL ACT8000
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INDEX
INTRODUCTION PAGE 3
GENERAL INFORMATION PAGE 4
BODY TEMPERATURE PAGE 5
MEASUREMENT TIPS PAGE 6
PACKAGING CONTENTS PAGE 7
THE THERMOMETER PARTS PAGE 8
STORAGE CRADLE PARTS MODEL ACT8000 PAGE 9
INSTALLING AND REPLACING THE BATTERIES PAGE 10
SETTING UP THE STORAGE CRADLE MODEL ACT8000 PAGE 11
HOW TO INSTALL A BOX OF PROBE COVERS INTO THE
CRADLE DISPENSER MODEL ACT8000
PAGE 11
HOW TO FIT AND EJECT THE PROBE COVERS FROM
THE THERMOMETER
PAGE 12
HOW TO USE THE THERMOMETER PAGES 13 - 14
TAKING A TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT PAGE 14
TURNING THE THERMOMETER OFF PAGE 14
HOW TO RECALL THE 10 STORED MEMORIES PAGE 15
CHANGING THE DISPLAY FROM °C TO °F PAGE 15
USING THE DISPLAY BACK LIGHT PAGE 16
CLEANING THE THERMOMETER AND ACCESSORIES PAGE 17
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE PAGE 18
SPECIFICATIONS, CALIBRATION PAGE 19
PLEASE REMEMBER PAGE 20
STANDARDS COMPLIANCE PAGE 21
REPLACEMENT PROBE COVERS FOR MODEL ACT8000 PAGE 22
OTHER MEDICAL THERMOMETERS SUPPLIED TO THE NHS PAGE 23
WARRANTY PAGE 24
THERMOMETER QUICK START GUIDE - REFER TO PAGE NUMBERS IN RED FIRST
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Normal Body Temperatures by Patient Age
Site 0 - 2 Years 3- 10 Years 11 - 65 Years Over 65
Ear 36.3 - 38˚C 36.1 - 37.7˚C 35.8 - 37.6˚C 35.7 - 37.5˚C
Oral 35.3 - 37.5˚C 36.7 - 37.8˚C 35.7 - 36.9˚C
Axilla (armpit) 34.7 - 37.2˚C 35.8 - 36.6˚C 35.1 - 36.8˚C 35.5 - 36.3˚C
Rectal 36.6 - 38˚C 36.5 - 38˚C 37 - 38.1˚C 36.1 - 37.3˚C
Body Core 36.3 - 37.7˚C 36.3 - 37.7˚C 36.7 - 37.8˚C 35.8 - 37.1˚C
BODY TEMPERATURE
It is important to recognise that a ‘normal’ body temperature is a
‘range’of temperatures that vary with the patient’s age and the
measurement site. Therefore, measurements from different sites
should not be directly compared, even if taken at the same time.
Normal Body Ranges by Site
Ear 35.7 - 37.9˚C
Oral 35.5 - 37.5˚C
Axilla (armpit) 34.7 - 37.3˚C
Rectal 36.2 - 38˚C
The normal temperature range of a person tends to decrease with
age. The table below demonstrates the range of normal body
temperatures corresponding with age, at the dierent measurement
sites.
The range of ‘normal’ diers between people and is inuenced by
many things such as activity, time of the day, age, stress, medical
condition and gender.
Always try to take temperatures from the same ear and wait at
least two minutes between assessments. ( Repeatedly inserting a
probe at room temperature into a patient’s ear will cause the ear to
cool down resulting in lower readings).
Be aware of temperature variations between dierent ears, especially
if the temperature is not within the patient’s clinical prole. Record
which ear is used to take the assessment.
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Numerous clinical studies have recognised that the ear
is an excellent site for temperature measurement as it reects
the body’s true core temperature. Human body temperature is
regulated by the Hypothalamus in the brain which shares the
same blood supply as the Tympanic Membrane (ear drum).
Variations in the core body temperature can usually be observed
more quickly at the tympanic membrane than at other sites, such
as the mouth (oral), under arm (axilla), or the Rectum.
• It is the ideal place for the temperature measurement of babies
over 3 months, children, and the elderly.
• The Zeal thermometer will give an accurate, reading in
approximately 1 second.
• It is easy and convenient to use in the ear canal.
• The “hands free” probe cover application and removal will help
to avoid cross infections (HAI’s).
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WHY MEASURE TEMPERATURE FROM THE EAR ?
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TEMPERATURE MEASURING TIPS
► Do not use the thermometer in an ear that shows signs of blood,
drainage, or injury, in the external auditory canal.
►The ear must be free from all obstructions in order to take an
accurate measurement.
►Normal Cerumen (ear wax) will not aect the reading accuracy,
unless it is compacted.
►Tympanic thermometers should not be used on the ear of a patient
suering from an ear infection such as Otitis Media, use the healthy ear
instead.
►Always use the untreated ear if medication has previously been
applied to the ear canal.
►For patients wearing hearing aids or plugs, remove the object
20 minutes prior to taking a temperature measurement.
► Other factors may aect correct ear temperature measurements,
particularly when a patient has:
• been lying on their side, please take the temperature from the
upper exposed ear.
•If a patient has had their ears covered, been exposed to hot,
or cold temperatures, has recently ingested food or drink,
been in energetic exercise, swimming or bathing - wait at least
20 minutes prior to taking a temperature measurement.
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PACKAGING CONTENTS MODEL ACT8000 with cradle storage unit)
►Zeal ACT8000 Tympanic Ear Thermometer
►Protective Cradle Storage Unit (with built-in probe cover dispenser).
►Box of 20 Probe Covers
►This Instruction Booklet
►2 Alkaline AAA batteries
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Please fully familiarize yourself with the thermometer and its
working parts
PROBE HEAD PROBE LENS
LCD DISPLAY
ON/OFF
BUTTON
SCAN BUTTON
MEASUREMENT INDICATOR LIGHT
PROBE COVER EJECTOR
BUTTON
BATTERY COMPARTMENT
COVER
PROBE COVER
SENSOR
THE TYMPANIC EAR THERMOMETER PARTS
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BATTERY CHARGING TERMINALS
MODEL ACT8000R ONLY
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STORAGE CRADLE PARTS
STORAGE CRADLE THERMOMETER SUPPORT
BOX OF PROBE COVERS FITTED ONTO THE CRADLE DISPENSER
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MODEL ACT8000 THERMOMETER
The ACT8000 thermometer uses 2 AAA alkaline
batteries.
When the batteries get low, a small black battery
symbol appears on the lower right side of the
display indicating that they should be replaced.
To replace the batteries:
1. Slide the cover o by pushing on the notch at
the top of the battery cover.
2. Remove the old batteries, insert 2 new AAA
batteries into the compartment ensuring to
match the indicated polarity symbols.
3. Replace the battery compartment cover.
The thermometer can take up to 3000 measurements
on new fully charged batteries.
INSTALLING/REPLACING THE BATTERIES
HOW TO INSTALL THE BOX OF PROBE
COVERS INTO THE CRADLE DISPENSER
Insert the bottom of a new probe cover box onto the
top of the dispenser arms with the opening tab at
the top, facing forward. Do not open the top tab/lid
of the probe cover box. The probe cover box should
be pushed down gently, but rmly, over the dispenser
arms until the arms penetrate into the inside base
of the box. In view of the special design of the probe
cover box, the tab/lid of the box will automatically
open when inserted onto the dispenser arms. The
probe cover box goes down when a probe cover is
attached to the thermometer and the next probe
cover rises, ready for use.
SETTING UP THE STORAGE CRADLE MODEL ACT8000
REMOVING AND PUTTING BACK THE THERMOMETER
Hold and push down on the thermometer releasing the top
of the probe head from the cradle, then pick up the
thermometer. The probe cover box, if installed, swings forward
ready for use. To return, put the base of the thermometer
back onto the thermometer support, gently push down and
swing the probe head under the top of the cradle, releasing
your hand from the thermometer automatically stores it in
the protective cradle.
BOX OF PROBE COVERS
THERMOMETER SUPPORT
STORAGE CRADLE
DISPENSER ARMS
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HOW TO FIT THE PROBE COVERS
Open the lid on the box of probe covers. Insert
the thermometer probe tip into the top cover and
push down gently. An audible “click” will be heard
when the probe cover is secured on the probe.
The thermometer is now ready to be used.
The Zeal ACT8000 thermometer features a probe
cover sensor. The thermometer will not operate if
a probe cover has not been applied.
If a probe cover has not been tted, or correctly
positioned, a ashing probe icon will appear on
the display to alert you.
HOW TO EJECT THE USED PROBE COVER
After measurement eject the used probe cover
(press the EJECT button) and put on a new,
clean cover.
Please ensure that the used probe covers are disposed
of safely and hygienically.
FITTING THE PROBE COVERS TO
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HOW TO USE YOUR THERMOMETER
1. Apply a new, clean probe cover. The thermometer
features a `hands - free´ probe cover application and
removal to help avoid cross contamination by HAI’s
(healthcare acquired infections).
2. Press and release the ON/OFF button. The thermometer
will make an audible “beep”and perform a brief self - test
when all the display indicators will be shown.
3. Following a satisfactory self - test the Okay “ok”symbol
will be displayed.
4. The thermometer display will then show three short
dashes with a ashing °C (or °F) indicating that the
thermometer is ready to take a measurement.
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TAKING A MEASUREMENT
Gently insert the probe into the ear canal and press the
“SCAN” button while keeping the probe snugly in place.
If the probe has been correctly inserted into the ear canal
for the full measuring cycle, an audible beep will signal
the end of the measuring process. At the same time the
Measurement Indicator Light will illuminate for
approximately 1 second. The thermometer senses that
an accurate measurement has been taken and shows the
result on the LCD display.
To ensure an accurate reading, gently pull the ear back
to straighten the ear canal and snugly position the
probe into the ear canal, aiming towards the membrane
of the eardrum.
For children over 3 months and under 2 years old:
> Pull the ear straight back.
For children over 2 years old and adults:
> Pull the ear straight up and back.
The Zeal tympanic thermometer turns o automatically
after about 60 seconds of non use. It can also be turned
o manually by pressing the ON/OFF button.
TURNING THE THERMOMETER OFF
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The thermometer automatically stores the last 10
measurements taken into its memory. The latest
temperature taken is displayed rst when recalled from
the memory. To recall a temperature from the memory,
turn the thermometer o, then press and hold down the
ON/OFF button for approximately 2 seconds. A ashing
‘01’ will appear with a small ‘M’at the lower right of the
display. The temperature value of this memory is shown
on the display for 2 seconds. If the ON/OFF button is
pressed again before the 2 seconds are up, the next
memory ‘02’ temperature is displayed. Repeat this process
to see all of the 10 stored temperatures; otherwise the
thermometer returns to the normal measuring mode.
Remember that the latest measurements taken are
displayed rst when recalled from the memory.
CHANGING DISPLAY FROM °C TO °F
Your Zeal thermometer can display in either degrees
Celsius (°C) or degrees Fahrenheit (°F). It is preset to
display Celsius (°C).
To switch to Fahrenheit, press the ON/OFF button twice,
one right after another. Hold the second press down for
about 2 seconds until the symbol “°F” (or “°C”) appears,
with a beep, on the display. Releasing the on/o button
returns the thermometer to the measuring mode. Repeat
the procedure to change back to Celsius.
MEMORY MODE
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BACK LIGHT FOR READING IN THE DARK
The thermometer has a back light function. The back
light appears automatically when the unit is turned
on and remains alight until the unit is ready for taking
a measurement. The back light also appears when
the thermometer is switched between °C and °F, and
when the 10 stored measurements in the memory are
recalled.
To read the display in low light conditions, when the
measurement has nished being taken, press the
ON/OFF button and hold it down for more than one
second to turn on the back light. The back light will go
out when the ON/OFF button is released and the ear
thermometer turns o at the same time.
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CARING FOR AND CLEANING YOUR THERMOMETER
To ensure that the thermometer measures accurately, it
is very important to keep the probe lens clean, dry and
undamaged. Cerumen (ear wax), ngerprints, dust, or other
soiling deposits reduce the opacity of the window resulting
in lower temperature readings. If, by mistake, the thermometer
is placed in the ear canal without a probe cover in place, the
lens should be cleaned immediately.
To clean the probe lens, gently wipe its surface with a cotton
swab slightly moistened with 70% alcohol or a suitable
medical wipe and immediately dry with a clean cotton swab.
After cleaning, allow approximately 6 minutes drying time.
Before using, make sure the probe lens is clean and dry.
Avoid touching the lens except when cleaning is required.
Note: Do not use any chemical other than an alcohol solution
to clean the probe lens.
To clean the thermometer, display and exterior, dispenser
and cradle base, use a soft cloth slightly moistened with a
70% alcohol solution or a suitable medical wipe. Do not use
abrasive cleaners. Never submerge the thermometer in water
or any other liquid. Keep the thermometer and probe covers
in a dry location (the thermometer is not protected against
ingress of water). Keep them free from dust, contamination,
and away from direct sunlight. The ambient temperature
at the storage location should remain fairly constant ideally
within the range of 10 °C to 40 °C (50 °F to 104 °F).
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ERROR MESSAGE SITUATION
No probe cover is attached.
The measurement taken is
not within the typical
temperature measuring
range of a human.
HI = too high
Lo = too low
The ambient temperature is
not within the right operating
range, or it is changing too
quickly.
HI = too high
Lo = too low
Battery power is getting
low, but the thermometer
can still operate.
Battery power is too low.
The thermometer will not
function correctly.
System error.
SOLUTION
Attach a new, clean
cover.
Ensure the probe tip and lens
are clean, and a new probe
cover is attached.
Make sure the thermometer is
correctly positioned in the ear
canal, then take a new reading.
Please let the thermometer
remain for 30 minutes in a
room where the ambient
temperature is between
10°C/40°C, (50°F/104°F).
Please replace the batteries
as soon as possible.
Please replace the batteries
IMMEDIATELY.
Switch the thermometer o,
then switch back on. If the
error message still appears
have the thermometer
checked.
Trouble Shooting Guide
THERMOMETER SPECIFICATIONS
Measuring Range 26.0°C to 43.9°C / 78°F to 111.9°F
Measurement Time 1 second approx.
Accuracy ±0.2°C / 0.4°F (35.5°C to 42°C / 95.9°F to 107.6°F)
for ambient temperature 16°C to 40°C .
±0.3°C (outside of this temperature range)
Operating Ambient Range 10°C to 40°C / 50°F to 104°F
15% to 90% rh non condensing
Atmospheric Pressure 700 - 1060hPa
Operating Mode Adjusted
Memory 10 recall temperatures stored in memory
Automatic Power O 1 minute approx.
Battery 2 x AAA 1.5V alkaline
Battery Life 3000 measurements approx.
Dimensions 155mm x 55mm x 35mm Weight: 100g
Ingress Protection IP22
Transport and Storage
Ambient Range
-25°C to 70°C / -13°F to 158°F
15% to 90% rh non condensing
Atmospheric Pressure 700 - 1060hPa
Long Term Storage Humidity 25% to 95% rh non condensing
Thermometer Life Expectancy 3 ~ 5 years
CALIBRATION
This professional infrared digital ear thermometer was precisely calibrated at the
time of manufacture. It complies with all the latest Standards ASTM E1965-98(2016),
ISO 80601-2-56. IEC 60601- 1:2005, ISO 14155:2011 and conforms with Medical Device
Directive EC 93/42/EEC, Œ0123.
Your Zeal Tympanic thermometer is safe, easy to use, and comfortable for the
patient. To ensure the best results are obtained, please take time to read these
instructions carefully, and keep them handy for future reference.

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PLEASE REMEMBER
► Do not disassemble, drop, twist or bend the thermometer.
► Do not dispose of the thermometer or batteries into a fire, always follow
your hospitals disposal guidelines.
► Do not disassemble the thermometer except to replace the batteries.
The thermometer has no user serviceable parts.
► Always keep the thermometer and its accessories away from direct sun
light, moisture, dust and extreme temperature changes while in use, transit, or
storage.
► The thermometer is not sterile. Before use please refer to the instructions
“Caring for and Cleaning your Thermometer”.
► Please follow your hospitals environmental policy to recycle the thermometer,
accessories and batteries.
► Remember to remove the batteries from the thermometer if it is not to be
used for long time, leaking batteries may damage the thermometer.
European Union's Waste Electrical and Electric Equipment
in accordance with Article 11 (2) of Directive 2002/96/EC
WEEE)
T o protect the environment, used batteries must be disposed
of safely and in accordance with government guidelines
according to your national or local regulations.
Type BF equipment . The insulation is required between the
applied part (patient circuit) and all other parts of the equipment,
which are earthed or could be earthed.
Consult instructions for use.
The product conforms to the requirement of EC Directive
93/42/EEC.
This product complies with international electrical safety
rating IP22 with regard to ingress of dust, other foreign
objects, and water as required by IEC 60601-1-11.
Caution, consult accompanying documents
Humidity limitation
Temperature limitation
STANDARDS COMPLIANCE
Prolinx GmbH,
Brehmstr.56, 40239 Duesseldorf,
Germany
Dongguan Actherm Medical Corp.
3F, No;21, Hal-Bin Road, Wusha Community, 523858
Dongguan City, Dongguan Province, China.
Manufactured especially for Zeal by:
EN ISO 80 601-2-56 :2017 Medical electrical equipment -- Part 2-56: Particular
requirements for basic safety and essential performance of clinical thermometers
for body temperature measurement.
EN IEC 60601-1:2005/ AMD1:2012 Amendment 1 - Medical electrical equipment -
Part 1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance.
EN ISO 14971: 2012 Medical devices - Application of risk management to
medical devices.
EN IEC 60601-1-2: 2014 Medical electrical equipment - Part 1-2: General
requirements for basic safety and essential performance - Collateral standard:
Electromagnetic compatibility - Requirements and tests.
EN IEC 60 601-1-11 : 2015 Medical electrical equipment - Part 1-11: General
requirements for basic safety and essential performance - Collateral Standard:
Requirements for medical electrical equipment and medical electrical systems
used in the home healthcare environment.
This product conforms to the provisions of ASTM E1965 - 98 (2016) and
EC directive 93/42/EEC.
Contact Zeal for further
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-25ºC
+70ºC
15%
90%
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REPLACEMENT PROBE COVERS FOR MODEL ACT8000
Order from the NHS Supply Chain or direct from us
BOX OF 400 LATEX FREE COVERS IN
20 X 20 PIECE DISPENSING BOXES.
NHS SUPPLY CHAIN ORDER CODE:
FWH159
ZEAL ORDER CODE:
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VISIOFOCUS PRO NON-CONTACT FOREHEAD THERMOMETER.
THE ONLY THERMOMETER THAT PROJECTS THE TEMPERATURE ONTO
THE FOREHEAD OR EYELID, HAS VISUAL CORRECT MEASURING DISTANCE
TECHNOLOGY AND ROOM TEMPERATURE STABILISATION.
THE MOST PROFESSIONAL NO-CONTACT THERMOMETER AVAILABLE
CE FDA APPROVED. MADE IN EU.
NHS SUPPLY CHAIN ORDER CODE: FWH221
ZEAL ORDER CODE: M8008/3
• ENHANCED ACCURACY +/- 0.2°C (0.4°F). CE CERTIFIED
• ROBUST DESIGN FOR CLINICAL USE
• OPTIMAL INFECTION CONTROL
• FEVER INDICATOR 10 SHORT BEEPS AND RED LCD
• CELSIUS OR FAHRENHEIT
• TEMPERATURE RANGE INDICATOR: GREEN AND RED
• MEMORY, THE LAST 30 READINGS CAN BE RECALLED ENABLING
EFFICIENT TRACKING OF TEMPERATURE VARIATIONS.
• STORAGE CRADLE
GT101 NON-CONTACT FOREHEAD
THERMOMETER.
NHS SUPPLY CHAIN ORDER CODE:
FWH212 (BOX OF 5)
ZEAL ORDER CODE:
M8003/5

Edition ZACT8000/01
1. Zeal guarantees that the infrared ear thermometer will
be free from manufacturing defects under normal use for
a period of two years from the date of purchase subject
to the following terms and conditions .
2.This warranty covers normal use only. This warranty
does not cover batteries or other power sources that may
be provided with or used with the infrared ear thermometer.
This warranty is voided if the infrared ear thermometer
product is misused or abused in any manner.
3.This warranty does not cover the cost of round-trip
transport for repair, the result of, or damage caused by
improper use of thermometer and any other consequentia l
loss or damage claims.
WARRANTY
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