microlife MT 800 Electronic Medical Thermometer User Guide

microlife MT 800 Electronic Medical Thermometer

Product Information

The MT 800 is a clinical thermometer used for measuring human body temperature through oral, rectal, or axillary methods. It has an ON/OFF button, a display, a battery compartment cover, a measuring sensor/measuring tip, and a cleaning and disinfecting area. The device should only be used for measuring human body temperature and not for other sites, such as in the ear, as it may result in false readings and may lead to injury. It has a battery lifetime of approximately 4500 measurements using a new battery and an IP67 rating.

Product Usage Instructions

1. Turn on the device using the ON/OFF button.
2. Select the method of measurement: oral, rectal, or axillary.
3. Place the measuring sensor/measuring tip in the appropriate location to take the temperature reading.
4. Wait for the temperature reading to display on the screen.
5. Record the temperature reading if desired.
6. Turn off the device using the ON/OFF button.
7. Clean and disinfect the device before and after use according to the cleaning instructions provided in the user manual.
8. Dispose of batteries and electronic devices in accordance with locally applicable regulations, not with domestic waste.

It is important to follow all safety instructions provided in the user manual before using the device. The measurement result given by this device is not a diagnosis, so it should not be relied on solely. Do not use this device close to strong electromagnetic fields such as mobile telephones or radio installations. Keep a minimum distance of 3.3 m from such devices when using this device. Children should not use this device unsupervised. Do not attempt rectal measurements on persons with rectal disorders, as it may aggravate or worsen the disorder.

Description of this Thermometer

1. ON/OFF button
2. Display
3. Battery compartment cover (back side)
4. Measuring sensor / measuring tip
5. Cleaning and disinfecting area (entire thermometer surface)

Important Safety Instructions

• Follow instructions for use. This document provides important product operation and safety information regarding this device. Please read this document thoroughly before using the device and keep for future reference.
• This device is only to be used for measuring human body tempera-ture through oral, rectal or axillary. Do not attempt to take tempera-tures at other sites, such as in the ear, as it may result in false readings and may lead to injury.
• Do not use this device if you think it is damaged or notice anything unusual.
• We recommend cleaning this device according to the cleaning instructions before first use for personal hygiene.
• The minimum measurement time until the beep is heard must be maintained without exception! Consider that different measurement locations may require continued measuring even after the beep, see section «Measuring methods / Normal body temperature».
• Do not attempt rectal measurements on persons with rectal disor-ders. Doing so may aggravate or worsen the disorder.
• Ensure that children do not use this device unsupervised; some parts are small enough to be swallowed.
• Do not use this device close to strong electromagnetic fields such as mobile telephones or radio installations. Keep a minimum distance of 3.3 m from such devices when using this device.
• Protect the device from impact and dropping!
• Avoid bending the thermometer probe more than 45°!
• Avoid ambient temperatures above 60° C. NEVER boil this device!
• Use only the commercial disinfectants listed in the section «Cleaning and disinfecting» to clean the device to avoid damage to the device.
• We recommend this device is tested for accuracy every two years or after mechanical impact (e.g. being dropped). Please contact your local Microlife-Service to arrange the test.

WARNING: The measurement result given by this device is not a diagnosis! Do not rely on the measurement result only.
Batteries and electronic devices must be disposed of in accordance with the locally applicable regulations, not with domestic waste.
Read the instructions carefully before using this device.
Type BF applied part
Conformity mark
Type approval of measuring device
Unified sign of circulation of products on the market of the member states of the Eurasian Customs Union
Serial number (WW-YY-SSSSSS; week-year-serial number)
Catalogue number
Manufacturer
Operating temperature restriction
10 – 40° C
Storage temperature restriction
-25 – +60° C
CE Marking of Conformity

Turning on the Thermometer
To turn on the thermometer, press the ON/OFF button 1; a short beep signals «thermometer ON». A display test is performed. All segments should be displayed. The last measurement reading will be shown on the display 2 auto- matically for 2 seconds with the «M» icon. Then at an ambient temperature of less than 32 ° C, an «L» and a flashing «C» appear at the display field 2. The thermometer is now ready for use.

Function Test
Correct functioning of the thermometer is tested automatically each time it is turned on. If a malfunction is detected (measurement inaccu-racy), this is indicated by «ERR» on the display, and a measurement becomes impossible. In this case, the thermometer must be replaced.

Using the Thermometer
Choose the preferred measuring method. When taking a measure-ment, the current temperature is continuously displayed and the «C» symbol flashes. If the beep is heard 10 times and the «C» is no longer flashing, the predictive end- temperature has been determined and the thermometer can be read now. 10 short beeps will sound when the temperature is higher than 37.5° C in order to alert the patient that he/she may have fever.
Reference: Oral temperature.
To achieve comparable results allow a 1 minute interval time between measurements. To prolong the battery life, turn off the thermometer by briefly pressing the ON/OFF button 1. Otherwise the thermometer will automatically turn off after about 10 minutes.

Reviewing the last Measurement

When turning on the thermometer, the last measurement will be displayed with a «M» for memory.

Measuring methods / Normal body temperature

• In the armpit (axillary) / 34.7 – 37.3° C
  Wipe the underarm with a dry towel. Place the measuring sensor 4 under the arm into the center of the armpit so the tip is touching the skin and position the patient’s arm next to the patient’s body. This ensures that the room air does not affect the reading. Because the axillary takes more time to reach its stable tempera-ture wait at least 5 minutes, regardless of the beep sound.

• In the mouth (oral) / 35.5 – 37.5° C
  Do not eat or drink anything hot or cold 10 minutes before the measurement. The mouth should remain closed up to 2 minutes before starting a reading. Position the thermometer in one of the two pockets under the tongue, to the left or right of the root of the tongue. The measuring sensor 4 must be in good contact with the tissue. Close your mouth and breathe evenly through the nose to prevent the measurement from being influenced by inhaled/exhaled air. If this is not possible due to blocked airways, another method for measuring should be used.
  Approx. measuring time: 10 seconds!

• In the anus (rectal) / 36.6 – 38.0° C
  Carefully insert the measuring sensor 4 of the thermometer 2 to 3 cm into the anal aperture. The use of a probe cover and the use of a lubricant is recom- mended. If you are unsure of this measurement method, you should consult a professional for guidance/training.
  Approx. measuring time: 10 seconds!

Cleaning and disinfecting

For disinfection in home use environment, use a 70% Isopropyl alcohol swab or a cotton tissue moistened with 70% Isopropyl alcohol to wipe surface pollutants off the thermometer probe. Always start wiping from the end of the thermometer probe (approx. at the middle of the ther-mometer) towards the thermometer tip. Afterwards the entire ther-mometer (see number 5 in the drawing) should be immersed in 70% Isopropyl alcohol for at least 5 minutes (max. 24 hours). After immer-sion, let the disinfectant dry off for 1 minute before next use.
For professional use: Additionally, you may apply probe covers (available as accessory). Contact Microlife for more details concerning further disinfectants for your thermometer model.

Battery Replacement
When the « s » symbol (upside-down triangle) appears in the display, the battery is flat and needs replacing. To replace the battery remove the battery compartment cover 3 from the thermometer. Insert the new battery with the + at the top. Make sure you have a battery of the same type to hand. Batteries can be purchased at any electrical store.

Technical Specifications

• Type:
  • Maximum thermometer
• Measurement range:
  • 32.0° C to 43.9° C
  • Temp. < 32.0° C:
  • display «L» for low (too low)
  • Temp. > 43.9° C:
    • display «H» for high (too high)
• Measurement accuracy:
  • ± 0.1° C; 34° C – 42° C
  • ± 0.2° C; 32.0 – 33.9° C and 42.1 – 43.9° C
• Operating conditions:
  • 10 – 40° C; 15 – 95%
  • relative maximum humidity
• Storage conditions:
  • -25 – +60° C; 15 – 95%
  • relative maximum humidity
• Battery:
  • LR41 (1.5V) / SR41 (1.55V)
• Battery lifetime:
  • approx. 4500 measurements (using a new battery)
• IP Class:
  • IP67
• Reference to standards:
  • EN 12470-3, clinical thermometers;ASTM
  • E1112; IEC 60601-1; IEC 60601-1-2 (EMC);
  • IEC 60601-1-11
• Expected service life:
  • 5 years or 10000 measurements
• Type of working part:
  • Type BF
• Operating mode:
  • Continuous
• Size:
  • 138.0 (±1); 21.0 (±1); 13.0 (±1)
• Weight:
  • 25.0 g (±2)

This device complies with the requirements of the Medical Device Directive 93/42/EEC. Technical alterations reserved.

Guarantee

This device is covered by a 2 year guarantee from the date of purchase. During this guarantee period, at our discretion, Microlife will repair or replace the defective product free of charge. Opening or altering the device invalidates the guarantee.

The following items are excluded from the guarantee:

• Transport costs and risks of transport.
• Damage caused by incorrect application or non-compliance with the instructions for use.
• Damage caused by leaking batteries.
• Damage caused by accident or misuse.
• Packaging/storage material and instructions for use.
• Regular checks and maintenance (calibration).
• Accessories and wearing parts: Battery.

Should guarantee service be required, please contact the dealer from where the product was purchased, or your local Microlife service.
You may contact your local Microlife service through our website:
www.microlife.com/support
Compensation is limited to the value of the product. The guarantee will be granted if the complete product is returned with the original invoice. Repair or replacement within guarantee does not prolong or renew the guarantee period. The legal claims and rights of consumers are not limited by this guarantee.

Microlife AG, Espenstrasse
139 9443 Widnau / Switzerland

References

• Support - Microlife AG
• Медицинское оборудование - Microlife / Микролайф
• Контакты Microlife по СНГ - Microlife / Микролайф
• Программное обеспечение и инструкции - Microlife / Микролайф

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