Section Ix Troubleshooting; Section X Specifications - Covidien Genius 3 Manual De Instrucciones

Section IX — Troubleshooting
If the thermometer is not working properly, check the following:
Symptom
Temperature reading unusually high
Temperature reading unusually low
Low battery indicator lit
Dead battery indicator lit
Display blank
System error displayed
The Genius 3 Tympanic Thermometer and Base advisories and alarms are described in the Thermometer Display Icons and Alarms
section of Section IV, Instructions for Use.
Section X — Specifications
Clinical accuracy characteristics and procedures are available from the manufacturer on request. To verify accuracy, use a certified
blackbody as specified in ISO 80601-2-56 or use a Genius Checker/Calibrator – order part number 303097.
Calibrated Accuracy Limits:
Ambient Temperature
16°C to 33°C
(60.8°F to 91.4°F)
Calibrated Accuracy Limits (after Recalibration*):
Ambient Temperature
16°C to 33°C
(60.8°F to 91.4°F)
*Post recalibration accuracy using the Genius Checker/Calibrator may not necessarily be equivalent to factory calibration.
Displayed Temperature Measurement Range:
Temperature Range depends on Site Mode as follows:
Mode Range °C
Ear 33.0 to 42.0
Oral 33.0 to 41.9
Rectal 33.6 to 42.0
Ambient Temperature Range:
16°C to 33°C (60.8°F to 91.4°F), 15% to 90% RH, non condensing.
Transport and Storage Temperature Range:
-25°C to 55°C (-13°F to 131°F), up to 90% RH non-condensing. If the unit is stored at extremes, it is recommended that the unit be
checked on the field calibration checker or at the factory before returning to service.
Tympanic Thermometer and Base
Target Temperature
33°C to 42°C
(91.4°F to 107.6°F)
Target Temperature
33°C to 42°C
(91.4°F to 107.6°F)
Range °F
91.4 to 107.6
91.4 to 107.4
92.4 to 107.6
Action
Check the probe cover for tears or gaps.
Check the probe cover and thermometer tip for debris.
Check the patient ear canal for debris.
Replace the batteries.
Replace the batteries.
Replace the batteries.
If System Error "1" and System Error "2" is shown, allow the device to
stabilize for 20 minutes before use. For all other system errors the
thermometer can be reset by installing a probe cover. If the system
error does not clear, send the thermometer for service. The service
information is located in Section XI, Customer Service.
Accuracy
± 0.3°C
(± 0.5°F)
Accuracy
± 0.3°C
(± 0.5°F)
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