VICKS V901USV7 Digital Thermometer Instruction Manual

VICKS V901USV7 Digital Thermometer

Product Information

• Product: Digital Thermometer
• Model: V901USV7
• Intended Use: Household use for temperature measurement in people of all ages (infants, children, and adults)

Features

• Large Display Window
• On/Off Button
• Battery Compartment (on the back side)
• Probe Tip

Usage Precautions

• This thermometer should be used by adults only.
• Do not leave the device unattended with children under the age of 12.
• Keep batteries away from children to avoid chemical burn hazards.

Product Usage Instructions

1. Before using the thermometer, ensure that you have read and saved the provided instructions.
2. Prior to temperature measurement, it is recommended to avoid eating or drinking any liquids, exercising, taking showers or baths, or smoking for at least 15 minutes.
3. To turn on the thermometer:
   • Remove the label from the display if it is the first use.
   • Press the On/Off button.
   • Wait for the unit to get ready.
4. To select a temperature measurement location:
   • For oral use:
   • Cover the thermometer’s tip with a single-use, disposable probe cover.
   • For under-the-arm (axillary) use:
   • Cover the thermometer’s tip with a single-use, disposable probe cover.
   • For rectal use:
   • Cover the thermometer’s tip with a single-use, disposable probe cover and lubricate with a water-soluble jelly for easier insertion. Do not use petroleum jelly.
   • Lay the patient on their side or if it’s an infant, lay them on their stomach with legs hanging down.
   • Gently insert the tip of the thermometer no more than 1/2 inch into the rectum. If resistance is detected, stop.
   • Hold the thermometer in place during measurement.
5. After measurement, turn off the thermometer by pressing the On/Off button. It will automatically turn off after approximately 10 minutes if left idle.

If you have any questions or comments about the Vicks Digital Thermometer, you can call our toll-free Consumer Relations Line at 1-800-477-0457 or visit VicksThermometers.com/contact-us.

OVERVIEW

This thermometer should be used by adults only. This thermometer is for Household Use only. Do not leave the device unattended with children under the age of 12.

This product contains a lithium button / coin cell battery. If a new or used lithium button/coin cell battery is swallowed or enters the body, it can cause severe internal burns and can lead to death in as little as 2 hours. Always completely secure the battery compartment. If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the product, remove the batteries, and keep it away from children. If you think batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside any part of the body, seek immediate medical attention.

WARNING: Chemical Burn Hazard. Keep batteries away from children.

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Thank you for purchasing the Vicks Digital Thermometer, a professionally accurate instrument for faster and easier temperature taking. Please read these instructions carefully to ensure accurate temperatures and safe operation. When used properly, this high quality product will give you years of accurate, dependable service.

INDICATIONS FOR USE/INTENDED USE

The Vicks Digital Thermometer is a handheld, battery-powered, predictive, digital stick thermometer intended for the intermittent determination of human body temperature orally, rectally, or under the arm, in a home-use environment for people of all ages (infants, children, and adults).

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

• High, prolonged fever requires medical attention especially for young children. Please contact your physician.
• DO NOT allow children to take their temperatures unattended.
• DO NOT allow children to walk or run during temperature taking.

IP67: Dust tight. No ingress of dust. Protected against 30 minute submersion at a depth of 1 meter.

If you have any questions or comments about the Vicks Digital Thermometer, call our toll-free Consumer Relations Line: at 1-800-477-0457 or visit: VicksThermometers.com/contact-us

CHANGING THE DISPLAY FROM FAHRENHEIT (F) OR CELSIUS (C)

With the thermometer in the OFF position, hold down the center button until the display shows L. Release the button. To choose desired scale, press the button again to move between the “F” or “C” icon shown below the L. Once the “C” or “F” starts to blink, push the button again to turn off the thermometer. You can now turn on the thermometer and the display will be in Fahrenheit (F) or Celsius (C) based on the scale you set in the above steps. Your thermometer will return to Fahrenheit (F) readings when you replace your battery. You can repeat this process to switch to Celsius (C).

TEMPERATURE READINGS

Temperature readings vary from person to person. Although there is no one “normal” temperature reading, a temperature, taken orally, ranging between 97°F and 100°F is considered normal. A rectal temperature is generally 1°F higher and an underarm (axillary) temperature is generally 1°F lower than an oral temperature reading. The best method to determine your own normal temperature is to use the thermometer when you are feeling well. Record your reading twice a day (early morning and late afternoon). Take the average of the two temperatures. This is considered your normal body temperature. Any variation from it may indicate some sort of illness and you should consult your physician.

BEFORE USE

Your Vicks Digital Thermometer is a 3-in-1 thermometer for oral, rectal, or underarm use. Whichever method is used, it is recommended that for 15 minutes prior to use, avoid eating or drinking any liquids, exercising, taking showers or baths or smoking.

OPERATING YOUR Vicks DIGITAL THERMOMETER

1. TURNING THE UNIT ON
2. Turn unit on by pressing the On/Off button (Fig. 1).

  *  **IMPORTANT:** Before first use, remove label from the display.
2. Wait for unit to get ready.
  * A beep will sound and the display will perform a self-test for about 2 seconds (Fig. 2).
  * The display will show last measurement for 2 seconds (Fig. 3).
  * When the thermometer starts to measure, the display will show “L” if lower than 90 degrees F (Fig. 4).

2. SELECTING A TEMPERATURE LOCATION
   • Oral Use
   1. YOU MUST COVER THE THERMOMETER’S TIP WITH A SINGLE-USE, DISPOSABLE PROVE COVER. Probe cover not included. Single-use, disposable probe covers for digital stick thermometers are available for purchase at retail chain stores and pharmacies.
   2. It is important to place the tip of the thermometer well under the tongue to get a good, accurate reading. (Fig. 5) Place sensor tip in areas marked with “ ”. Keep mouth closed and sit still to help ensure an accurate measurement.
   3. When the peak temperature is reached, 10 beep signals will sound and the “°F” sign will stop flashing.
   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 10 minutes.
   5. Dispose of used probe cover (not included) and wash the thermometer as recommended.

Under-the-arm (Axillary) Use

This method is used for babies and young children.

1. YOU MUST COVER THE THERMOMETER’S TIP WITH A SINGLE-USE, DISPOSABLE PROVE COVER. Probe cover not included. Single-use, disposable probe covers for digital stick thermometers are available for purchase at retail chain stores and pharmacies.
2. Wipe the underarm with a towel.
3. Place the probe tip under the arm so the tip is touching the skin and position your arm next to your body (Fig. 6). With a young child, it is sometimes helpful to hug the child to keep their arm next to their body. This ensures that the room air does not affect the reading.
4. When the peak temperature is reached, 10 beep signals will sound and the “°F” sign will stop flashing. The temperature is now confirmed. Note: This method produces a temperature 1°F (0.6°C) lower than a temperature taken orally.
5. 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 10 minutes.
6. Dispose of used probe cover (not included) and wash the thermometer as recommended.

Rectal Use

Commonly used for babies, young children, or when it is difficult to take an oral or underarm temperature.

1. YOU MUST COVER THE THERMOMETER’S TIP WITH A SINGLE-USE, DISPOSABLE PROVE COVER AND LUBRICATE WITH A WATER SOLUABLE 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. Probe cover not included. Single-use, disposable probe covers for digital stick thermometers are available for purchase at retail chain stores and pharmacies.
2. Lay the patient on his/her side. If the patient is an infant, 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. If you detect resistance, stop. Hold the thermometer in place during measurement.
4. When the peak temperature is reached 10 beep signals will sound and the “°F” sign will stop flashing. The temperature is now confirmed.
   • Note: This method produces a temperature 1° higher than a temperature taken orally.
5. 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 10 minutes.
6. Dispose of used probe cover (not included) and wash and disinfect the thermometer as recommended.

FEVER SIGNAL

• The Fever Signal feature alerts you of temperature readings above 99.5°F with a flashing display and a rapid alarm tone that lasts for about 10 seconds.

CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS

• Clean the probe tip by washing with soap and warm water or by disinfecting with rubbing alcohol (70% isopropyl alcohol).
• Wipe dry with soft cloth.
• DO NOT BOIL OR CLEAN IN DISHWASHER. This will cause the thermometer to no longer function and will void the warranty.
• DO NOT wash the unit with any thinner or chemical solvent.

CHANGING THE BATTERIES

The Vicks Digital Thermometer features a long life battery. When the “ ” appears in the lower right of the display, the battery is exhausted and needs replacing.

1. Unscrew the battery cap with a coin.
2. Replace the battery with a 1.55V, LR41 alkaline, L736 or SR41 silver oxide type or equivalent. Insert the new battery with the positive (+) side facing the back of the unit.
3. Replace the cover and screw back into place, making sure that the cap is secure to protect the battery compartment from moisture.

STORAGE AND USE

Operating or storing outside these ranges and dropping the thermometer may negatively impact the measurement and potentially damage the thermometer:

• Operating environment must be between 50°F -104°F.
• Operating and storage environment must be between 15-95% relative humidity.
• Store between -4°F and 122°F.
• If core body temperature is lower than ambient temperature the reading may be negatively impacted.

To protect the environment, dispose of empty batteries at appropriate collection sites according to national or local regulations. Keep out of reach of young children, elderly and pets.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Battery Life: 500 measurements after stored 1- 2 years if used every other day.
• Temperature Range: 90.0-109.9°F. If less than 90.0°F an “L” is displayed. If more than 109.9°F an “H” is displayed.
• “Not made with BPA” Implies:

1. Plastics used to make the thermometer are not made with BPA
2. A comprehensive audit to ensure a BPA Free process
3. A screening test based on acceptance criteria

• Beeper: Unit will beep for approximately 10 seconds when peak temperature is reached.
• Accuracy in Waterbath: +/-0.2°F between 96.0 – 107.0°F at room temperature of 71°F. +/-0.4°F between 90.0 – 96.0°F, +/-0.4°F between 107.0 – 109.9°F at room temperature of 71°F.

Determination of accuracy in a waterbath requires accessing a special test mode. There is no difference or correction between the waterbath reading and the predictive reading for this thermometer. Please contact Kaz for instructions related to use in waterbath mode. Conforms to ASTM E1112, Kaz USA, Inc., a Helen of Troy Company, 400 Donald Lynch Boulevard, Suite 300, Marlborough, MA 01752.

LIMITED WARRANTY

1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

You should first read all Instructions before attempting to use this product.

• This 1 year limited warranty applies to repair or replacement of product found to be defective in material or workmanship. This warranty does not apply to damage resulting from commercial, abusive, unreasonable use or supplemental damage. Defects that are the result of normal wear and tear will not be considered manufacturing defects under this warrant. KAZ IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other rights which vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. This warranty applies only to the original purchaser of this product from the original date of purchase.
• At its option, Kaz will repair or replace this product if it is found to be defective in material or workmanship.
• This warranty does not cover damage resulting from any unauthorized attempts to repair or from any use not in accordance with the instruction manual. Call us toll-free at 1-800-477-0457 or visit: VicksThermometers.com/contact-us. Please be sure to specify a model number.

NOTE: IF YOU EXPERIENCE A PROBLEM, PLEASE CONTACT CONSUMER RELATIONS FIRST OR SEE YOUR WARRANTY. DO NOT RETURN THE PRODUCT TO THE ORIGINAL PLACE OF PURCHASE. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPEN THE THERMOMETER HOUSING YOURSELF, DOING SO MAY VOID YOUR WARRANTY AND CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE PRODUCT OR PERSONAL INJURY.

IP67:  Dust tight. No ingress of dust. Protected against 30 minute submersion at a depth of 1 meter.

MORE INFORMATION

• Kaz USA, Inc., a Helen of Troy Company Marlborough, MA 01752
• www.VicksThermometers.com

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