ProCheck IR1DY1-1-PRO Feverglow Instant Ear Thermometer Instruction Manual

ProCheck IR1DY1-1-PRO Feverglow Instant Ear Thermometer

Model # IR1DY1-1-PRO

PLEASE NOTE: THIS MEDICAL INSTRUMENT MUST BE USED ACCORDING TO INSTRUCTIONS TO ENSURE ACCURATE READINGS.
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Follow instructions of use to avoid hazards. This accompanying document provides important information and warnings regarding this thermometer.

This Ear Thermometer is a high quality product incorporating the latest technology and tested in accordance with international standards. With its unique technology, this thermometer can provide a stable, heat-inter-ference- free reading with each measurement.
This thermometer has been clinically tested and proven to be safe and accurate when used in accordance with its operating instruction manual.
Please read through these instructions carefully so that you understand all functions and safety information.
This digital infrared ear thermometer is an electronic clinical thermometer using an infrared sensor to detect body temperature from the auditory canal in the neonatal, pediatric and adult population used in the home setting. This device is to be used without a probe cover.

This thermometer IS intended to be used:

• For self-measurement/monitoring of human body temperature whereas the person being measured may be the user/operator of the device.

• Within a home health care environment.

• Neonatal, Pediatric, and Adults

• With the sensor inside the ear canal
  This thermometer IS NOT intended for use with:

• A probe cover

General Warnings

• Contact your physician in case of prolonged fever as this requires medical attention, especially for young children.
• Self-measuring means monitoring, not diagnosis or treatment. Under no circumstances should you independently alter the dosages of any drugs prescribed by your physician.
• Do not use this device if you think it is damaged or anything appears unusual (e.g. sporadic operation, open packaging upon purchase).
• To avoid possible injury, do not run or walk while using this device.
• Ensure that children are supervised around this medical device; some parts are small enough to be swallowed.
• Keep batteries away from children; harmful if swallowed.
• Do not dispose of the battery or device in fire; the battery may explode.
• Do not use a metal tool to replace the battery; doing so may short cir-cuit the terminals.
• Do not attempt to recharge the battery as it is not rechargeable.
• Only open the thermometer battery cover to replace the battery.
• Do not open/modify this device; inaccuracy and/or harmful injury may result.
• Performance of this thermometer may be degraded if used outside of its specified operation temperature and humidity rating, or if stored outside of its specified storage temperature and humidity rating. Avoid storage in direct sunlight.
• Performance of this thermometer may be degraded if the device is exposed to mechanical shock.
• Performance of this thermometer may be degraded if the patient’s temperature is outside the specified accuracy range.
• Performance of this thermometer may be degraded if the tip is dirty or damaged; ensure the tip is clean before using.
• This device contains sensitive electronics components. Avoid strong electrical or electromagnetic fields in the direct vicinity of the device (e.g., mobile telephones, microwave ovens). These can lead to tempo-rary impairment of the measuring accuracy. Move the device to an-other location if interference is determined.
• Never immerse this instrument in water or other liquids. For cleaning please follow the instructions in the «Cleaning» section.

The Advantages of this Ear Thermometer

Body Temperature
This thermometer offers a measurement range from 0 °C to 100.0 °C
(32.0 °F to 212.0 °F), and can be used to measure body temperature.

Probe Cover Free
This thermometer is more user-friendly and cost effective since a probe cover is not required.

Measurement in One second
The innovative infrared technology allows measurement of ear tem-perature in only one second.

Accurate and Reliable
The unique probe assembly construction, incorporating an advanced infrared sensor, ensures that each measurement is accurate and reliable.

Gentle and Easy to Use

• The ergonomic design enables simple and easy use of the thermometer.
• This thermometer can even be used on a sleeping child, causing no disruption.

Auto-Display Memory
The last reading is automatically displayed for 2 seconds when the unit is switched ON.

Multiple Reading Recall
Users will be able to recall the last 20 readings when entering the re-call mode, enabling efficient tracking of temperature variations.

Safe and Hygienic

• No risk of broken glass or mercury ingestion.
• Completely safe for use on children.
• Cleaning of the probe can be done with an alcohol-moistened cot-ton tissue, making this thermometer completely hygienic for use by the whole family.

High temperature Alarm

10 short beeps and a red LCD back light alert the patient that he/she may have a temperature above 99.5 °F. (37.5°C)

Product Description

1. Measuring Sensor
2. START Button
3. LCD Display
4. On/Off Button
5.  Battery Cover

How this Thermometer Measures Ear Temperature

This thermometer measures infrared energy radiated from the
eardrum and the surrounding tissue. This energy is collected
through the lens and converted to a temperature value. The meas-ured reading obtained directly from the eardrum (Tympanic Mem-brane) ensures the most accurate ear temperature. Measurements taken from the surrounding tissue of the ear canal generate lower readings and may result in misdiagnoses of fever.

To avoid an inaccurate measurement:

1. Switch on the thermometer by pressing the On/Off button.
2. After one beep is heard (and the temperature scale icon is flash-ing), straighten the ear canal by gently pulling the middle of the ear back and up.
3. Place the probe firmly into the ear canal, press the START button and keep the probe in the ear until the thermometer beeps to sig-nal the completion of the measurement.

Control Displays and Symbols

Directions for Use

1. Press the On/Off button. The display is activated to show all segments for 2 seconds.
2. The last measurement reading will au-tomatically be shown on the display for 2 seconds with the «M» icon.
3. When the «°C» or «°F» icon is flashing, a beep sound is heard and the ther-mometer is ready for measurement.
4. Straighten the ear canal by pulling the ear up and back to give a clear view of the eardrum.
   • For children under 1 year; pull the ear straight back.
   • For children 1 year to adult; pull the ear up and back.
5. While gently pulling the ear, insert the probe snugly into the ear canal and immediately press the START button. Release the button and wait for the beep sound. This confirms the end of the measurement.
6. Remove the thermometer from the ear canal. The display shows the measured temperature.

NOTE: Multiple readings ensure accuracy, wait at least 30 sec between measurements.

Notes:

• Accumulation of ear wax on the probe can result in less accurate temperature readings or cross infection between users. Therefore, it is essential that the probe is clean before each measurement. For cleaning, follow the instructions in the Cleaning section.
• After cleaning the measuring sensor with alcohol, wait 5 minutes be-fore taking the next measurement in order to allow the thermometer to reach its operating reference temperature.
• Ten short beeps and a red LCD back light alert the patient that he/she may have a temperature above 99.5 °F (37.5 °C)
• For accurate measurement with an infant, it is best to have the child lying flat with his/her head sideways so the ear is facing upwards. For an older child or adult, it is best to stand behind and slightly to the side of the patient.
• Always take the temperature in the same ear, since the temperature readings may be different from ear to ear.
• Wait for a few minutes to take the ear temperature after sleeping.
• In the following situations it is recommended that three readings in the same ear be taken and the highest used:
  1. New born infants in the first 100 days.
  2. Children under three years of age with a compromised im-mune system and for whom the presence or absence of fever is critical.
  3. When the user is learning how to use the thermometer for the first time until he/she has familiarized himself/herself with the instrument and obtains consistent readings.
  4. If the measurement is surprisingly low.

Changing from Fahrenheit to Celsius

The thermometer can display temperature measurements in either Fahrenheit or Celsius. To switch the display between °C and °F

• Turn OFF the unit, press and hold the START button for 5 seconds until «—» and the flashing «°C» or «°F» icon is shown on the LCD.
• Toggle between options by pressing the START button again.
• When the selection has been made, wait 5 seconds and the unit will enter the ready for measuring mode automatically.

How to Recall 20 Readings in Memory Mode

This thermometer can recall the last 20 readings. To recall follow this sequence:
Pressing and releasing the START button after the last 20 readings have been recalled will resume the above sequence from reading 1.

Error Messages

Cleaning

Use an alcohol swab or cotton tissue moistened with alcohol (70% Isopropyl) to clean the thermometer casing and the measuring probe. Ensure that no liquid enters the interior of the thermometer. Never use abrasive cleaning agents, thin- ners or benzene for cleaning and never immerse the instrument in water or other cleaning liquids. Take care not to scratch the surface of the probe lens and the display.

Replacing the Battery

This instrument is supplied with one lithium battery, type CR2032. The flashing battery symbol will appear on the display when it is low. To re-place it, remove the battery cover by loosening the screw on the back of the thermometer. Remove the battery and replace with a new one.

Limited Warranty

Your Digital Thermometer is warrantied for 2 years by Microlife USA Inc, against manufacturer defects for the original purchaser only, from date of purchase.

The 2 year warranty applies to the thermometer. Batteries and case are not covered by this warranty. There are no user serviceable parts inside.

The warranty does not apply to consequential and incidental dam-ages, or damage caused by batteries, improper handling, and acci-dents. Professional use, not following the operating instructions, and alterations made to the device or accessory by third par-ties, are also not included in this warranty. Some states do not allow the ex-clusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

Microlife USA Inc will investigate your concern. A product as de-fined by this warranty, determined to be out of specification, will be replaced and shipped to you at no cost. A product or accessory as defined by this warranty, determined to be within specification, will be returned to you with a report of findings, at no cost.

Please call customer service: 1-800-568-4147 regarding any warranty concerns. We ask that you please con-tact us before sending any product back in order to better identify, and more quickly
process, your concern.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Certifications:

Device Standards: This medical device is compliant with medical device and digital infrared ear thermometer standards IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-1-11, ASTM E-1965-98, EN 12470-5, ISO 10993-10:2010, ISO 10993-5:2009, and ISO 10993-12:2012
Electromagnetic  Compatibility: Device fulfills the stipulations of the standard IEC 60601-1-2 along with FCC Part 15

IP21 Classification: Protected against solid foreign objects of 12.5 mm diameter and greater. Protected against the ingress of vertically falling water drops with the device positioned on a turntable.
Keep Dry.

Test Protocol:

(for laboratory use):

1. Press and hold the START button for 10 seconds until the green backlight appears, then release.
2. After the screen turns gray and flashes information, the ready for reading symbol will be displayed.
3. At that time place the thermometer into the blackbody and press the start button to take the measurement.

Clinical accuracy characteristics and procedures are available from the manufacturer on request.
It is recommended that this digital thermometer be checked for accuracy every 2 years.

FCC Compliance:

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications to the product are not approved by Microlife USA and
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment under FCC ju- risdiction.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interfer-ence in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in ac-cordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harm-ful interference to radio or television reception, which can be deter-
mined by turning the equipment on and off, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna,
2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver,
3.  Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Service:
When the device is not in use, battery/access (if applicable) may be re-placed by the user. No other parts/components are accessible.
Batteries and electronic instruments must be disposed of in accor-
dance with the locally applicable regulations, not with domestic waste.
Expected Service Life: Thermometer: 5 years

Technical Specifications

Type: Infrared Ear Thermometer IR1DY1-1-PRO
Measuring Range: 0°C to 100°C (32.0°F to 212.0°F)
Humidity: Up to 95% relative humidity (non-condensing)
Accuracy:Laboratory: ±0.2°C, 32.0 ~ 42.2°C (±0.4°F, 89.6 ~ 108°F) ±1°C, 0 ~ 31.9°C & 42.3 ~ 100°C (±2°F, 32.0 ~ 89.5°F & 108.1 ~ 212.0°F)
Display: Liquid Crystal Display with indicating unit 0.1°C (0.1°F)
Acoustic: a. ON and ready for measurement: 1 short beep.
b. Measurement complete: 1 long beep (1 sec), if the reading is less than 99.5°F (37.5°C).
c. High temperature Indicator: 10 short beeps, if the reading is greater than or equal to 99.5°F (37.5°C).
d. System error or malfunction: 3 short beeps.
Memory: a. Auto-display the last measured temperature when switched on.
b. 20 readings recall in the Memory Mode.
Back light:• The display will glow GREEN for 4 seconds when the unit is turned on.
• The display will glow GREEN for 5 seconds when a measurement is completed with a reading less than 37.5°C (99.5°F).
• The display will glow RED for 5 seconds when a measurement is completed with a reading equal or higher than 37.5°C (99.5°F).
Operating Temperature: 10°C to 40°C (50°F to 104°F)
Storage/transport Temperature: -25°C to 55°C (-13°F to 131°F)
Automatic Switch-off: Approx. 1 minute after last measurement
Battery: CR2032 Battery
Dimensions: 113 mm (L) x 43 mm (W) x 29 mm (H)
Weight: 56 g (with battery), 53 g (w/o battery)

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