Temperature Taking Hints - HealthSmart DigiScan Manual De Uso

Temperature Taking Hints

1. The right ear reading may differ from the reading taken at the left ear.
Therefore, always take the temperature in the same ear.
2. The ear must be free from obstructions or excess earwax buiId-up to
take an accurate reading
3. External factors may influence ear temperatures, including when an
individual has:
• Been lying on one ear or the other
• Had his/her ears covered
• Been exposed to very hot or very cold temperatures
• Been recently swimming or bathing
I n these cases, remove the individual from the situation
and wait 20 minutes prior to taking a temperature
4. U se the untreated ear if prescription eardrops or other ear medications have
been pIaced in the ear canaI
Preparations
1. Replace any low battery to ensure full power supply.
2. For proper measurement, condition the thermometer for 30 minutes in
measurement site.
3. An unexpected fluctuation of temperature measurement is likely to occur
when reading is taken in front of an air conditioner or heater.
4. Be sure to keep ear or forehead clean for an accurate reading.
5. T o achieve accurate measurements, it is very important to check that the
infrared sensor is clean before using.
6. Measurement shall be done at a rest time to ensure an accurate result.
Temperature is likely to increase immediately after exercise or bathing.
7. Fahrenheit/Celsius switch: Press [TALK] and measuring key at the
same time to change between Fahrenheit and Celsius.
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