beurer FT 95 Non-contact Thermometer Instruction Manual

FT 95
Non-contact Thermometer
Instruction manual

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Important safety notes

Signs and symbols
Whenever used, the following signs identify safety and property damage messages and designate a level of hazard or seriousness.
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WARNINGS TO AVOID HAZARDOUS SITUATIONS AND TO MAKE CORRECT USE OF THIS PRODUCT.

| This is the safety alert symbol. It alerts you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
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CAUTION| Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

NO TICE

| Addresses practices not related to personal injuries, such as product and/or property damage.
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Note on important information
| Type BF applied part
| Follow instructions for use

Operating

| Permissible operating temperature and humidity

Storage/Transport

| Permissible storage temperature and humidity
| Serial number

IP 22

| Device protected against foreign objects ≥ 12.5 mm and against water dripping at an angle
| Cross-reference with another section.

CAUTION – To reduce the risk of personal injury or product/property damage:

• This device is designed solely for non-commercial, household use in non-invasively measuring temperatures via an infrared sensor of the human body for persons of all ages, as well as detecting surface temperatures of objects and ambient temperatures of surrounding areas. Do not use it for any other purpose.

• This thermometer is a sensitive electronic device. Treat it carefully and do not expose it to any sharp impacts.

• Do not expose the thermometer to direct sunlight.

• Do not disassemble this unit.

• The thermometer is NOT waterproof; keep away from water and other liquids.

• After physical activity, a bath, or spending time outdoors, wait approx. 30 minutes before you take a measurement on your forehead.

• Before each use, ensure the sensor is undamaged; otherwise, contact customer service..

• The device needs to be in the room in which the measurement is taken for at least 30 minutes before use.

•  This device is not intended for commercial or clinical use.

• Measure your temperature regularly to obtain your normal average temperature. If you suspect you have a fever, simply compare your normal average temperature with the temperature measured currently.

• Do not self-diagnose or self-medicate on the basis of the measurements without consulting your doctor. In particular, do not start taking any new medication or change the  type and/or dosage of
  any existing medication without prior approval.

• Clean the thermometer after each use (see 7. Care and Maintenance).

• The manufacturer is not liable for damage resulting from improper or careless use.

• Children must not be allowed to use the device. Medical devices are not toys.

• Do not touch the lens with your fingers.

• Read these instructions for use carefully and keep them for later use.

• Packaging materials are a deadly hazard for children and can cause suffocation. Remove all packaging materials immediately and keep them away from children at all times.

NOTICE – To reduce the risk of product/property damage:

• Taking your temperature provides information about your current state of well-being. If you are uncertain about interpreting the results or if the result is abnormal (e.g. fever), consult your doctor.
  This also applies in the case of slight temperature changes if there are other symptoms of illness such as agitation, severe sweating, flushed skin, fast pulse rate, tendency to collapse, etc.

• Temperatures measured with different thermometers cannot be compared. You should tell your doctor or keep in mind if you are measuring for yourself what type of thermometer you use and in which part of the body.

• Portable and mobile HF communication systems may interfere with this device.

Notes on electromagnetic compatibility

• The device is suitable for use in all environments listed in these instructions for use, including domestic environments.
• The use of the device may be limited in the presence of electromagnetic disturbances. This could result in issues such as error messages or the failure of the display/device.
• Avoid using this device directly next to other devices or stacked on top of other devices, as this could lead to faulty operation. If, however, it is necessary to use the device in the manner stated, this device as well as the other devices must be monitored to ensure they are working properly.
• The use of accessories other than those specified or provided by the manufacturer of this device can lead to an increase in electromagnetic emissions or a decrease in the device’s electromagnetic immunity; this can result in faulty operation.
• Failure to comply with the above can impair the performance of the device.

Battery Handling Safety Precautions

• Use only the size and type of batteries specified.
• Be sure to follow the correct polarity when installing the batteries. Reversed batteries may cause damage to the device.
• Do not mix different types of batteries together (e.g., alkaline and carbon-zinc or rechargeable batteries) or old batteries with fresh ones. Always replace batteries as a simultaneous set.
• If the batteries in the device are depleted or the device will not be used for a long period of time, remove the batteries to prevent damage or injury from possible battery leakage.
• Do not try to recharge batteries not intended to be recharged; they can overheat and rupture (follow battery manufacturer’s directions).
• Do not dispose of batteries in fire, batteries may explode or leak.
• Clean the battery contacts and also those of the device prior to battery installation.
• Remove discharged batteries from the product and dispose of/recycle in compliance with all applicable laws.
• Should battery fluid leak and come into contact with your eyes or skin, immediately rinse with plenty of clean water. Please call 911 immediately.
• Batteries should not be taken apart, thrown in the fire, or short-circuited.
• If a battery has leaked, put on protective gloves and clean the battery compartment with a dry cloth.
• Keep batteries away from children and pets. Batteries may be harmful if swallowed. Should a child or pet swallow a battery, seek medical assistance immediately.

Getting to Know your Instrument

This infrared thermometer measures:

• The temperature of the human body
• The surface temperature of objects and liquids
• Ambient temperatures

Additional features include:

• Stores last 60 measurements for plotting changes in temperature
• Stores date and time with each measurement
• Fever alarm for temperatures over 99.5°F (37.5° C)
• Switchable between °F and °C
• Bluetooth® communication via our free mobile app (requires a mobile device compatible with Bluetooth version 4.0 or later). For a list of compatible devices, scan this QR Code:

https://www.beurer.com/verwaltung/redirect.php?hash=4216e1501838325

Different types of thermometers measure body temperature differently. The resulting temperature varies depending on the part of the body where the measurement is taken.  Temperatures in various parts of the body can vary up to two degrees Fahrenheit.

Measurement L ocation

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Normal Temperature Range

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Forehead temperature

| 96.4° F to 99.7° F (35.8° C to 37.6° C)

Ear temperature

| 96.8° F to 100.0° F (36.0° C to 37.8° C)
Oral temperature|

96.8° F to 99.3° F (36.0° C to 37.4° C)

Rectal temperature|

97.3° F to 100.0 ° F (36.3° C to 37.8° C)

NOTE: Temperatures measured with different thermometers cannot be compared. You should tell your doctor or keep in mind if you are measuring for yourself what type of thermometer you use and in which part of the body.

Temperature is also influenced by:

• Individual metabolism
• Age (body temperature is higher in babies and small children and falls with increasing age. Greater temperature fluctuations occur faster and more often in children)
• Clothing
• Outside temperature
• The time of day (body temperature is lower in the morning and increases slightly throughout the day).
• Physical and, to a lesser extent, mental activity.

NOTE: Taking your temperature provides information about your current state of well-being. If you are uncertain about interpreting the results or if the result is abnormal (e.g. fever), consult your doctor. This also applies in the case of slight temperature changes if there are other symptoms of illness such as agitation, severe sweating, flushed skin, fast pulse rate, tendency to collapse, etc.

Package Contents

• Non-Contact Thermometer FT 95
• 2 x 1.5 V AAA batteries (LR03)
• Instruction Manual

Parts and Controls

1 LCD Display
2 MODE/MEM button
3 button
4 LIGHT/SET button| 5 START button
6 Fever indicator
7 Measuring sensor
8 Battery Compartment
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Buttons| Functions
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MODE/MEM| MODE: Sets the measurement mode.
MEM: Displays the stored measurements.
LIGHT/SET| LIGHT: Turns LCD Display backlight on and off.
SET: Sets the basic functions.
| Press to switch the device on/off.
START| Press to measure temperature.
Fever Indicator| Illuminates green/yellow/red depending on the measured temperature.

Display description

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4 Forehead Temperature mode| 12 Normal Body Temperature Indicator
(< 99.5° F /< 37.5° C )
5 Beep Indicator| 13 Backlight Mode Indicator –
If on, backlight activates during the measurement
6 Year| 14 Celsius Scale Indicator
7 Memory Function| 15 Fahrenheit Scale Indicator
8 Date| 16 Year/date/time display

To Set Up

Before first use, remove the battery compartment cover and insert two “AAA” size batteries (included), observing the correct polarity as indicated inside the compartment. Slide the battery compartment cover back into place.

Setting the time and date:

1. Press the ON/OFF button to switch the device on.
   Press and hold the LIGHT/SET Button; the Celsius/Fahrenheit scale indicator will appear on the LCD Display.
   

2. Press the MODE/MEM Button to select Celsius (° C) or Fahrenheit (° F) as desired. Press the LIGHT/SET Button to save and continue. The time format will appear on the LCD Display. Press the MODE/MEM button to select 12 or 24-hour display format and then press the LIGHT/SET button to save and continue.
   

3. Continue in this fashion to set hour, minute, year, month, day, backlight mode, beep on/off, and Bluetooth on/off in turn.
   

4. Press the LIGHT/SET button to save and exit; the device will shut off.

To Use

Forehead Temperature Measurement:
NOTES:

• Physical activity, increased perspiration on the forehead, taking vasoconstrictive medication and skin irritations can distort the measurement.
• The forehead, or the temples, must be free from perspiration and cosmetics.
• If possible, take three measurements on the forehead. If the three measurements differ, use the highest value.
• If the forehead area is covered in hair, sweat, or dirt, clean the area and then wait for 10 minutes before measurement.
• Keep the thermometer still during the measurement. Moving the thermometer during measurement may cause incorrect results.

1. Press the ON/OFF Button “ “ to switch the thermometer on; the LCD Display will activate in forehead temperature measurement mode as indicated by the forehead icon at the top of the display.
   

2. Hold the thermometer 1-2 inches from the forehead while pointing the sensor toward the middle of the forehead. Press the START button to measure.
   

3. After about a second, the thermometer will beep once and display the measurement. Press the ON/OFF button to shut the thermometer off.
   

4. If the measurement is less than 99.5° F (37.5° C), the “no fever” icon will display and the Fever Indicator ring around the ON/OFF Button will illuminate in green. If the measurement is 99.5° – 100.3° F (37.5° – 37.9° C), the Fever Indicator will illuminate yellow. If the measurement is over 100.4° F, the fever icon will display and the Fever  Indicator will illuminate red.
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5. The device is ready to take another measurement when two short beeps sound and the forehead symbol stops flashing. The device will shut off after about one minute; to manually shut the device off, press and hold the ON/OFF button.

Bluetooth® and the Beurer HealthCoach app
To store measurements on your mobile device, download and install the free HealthCoach app from the Google Play Store (for Android devices) or the Apple App Store (for iOS devices). After downloading the app, start it and add FT95 under “Settings–> My devices.” If you find that measurements do not transfer to the app, try removing the protective cover from your mobile device to ensure the signal is not being blocked.
If Bluetooth is active on the thermometer and it is paired with your mobile device, measurements will transfer to the Beurer HealthCoach mobile app. The Bluetooth® symbol will flash on the LCD Display while the thermometer attempts to connect to the app for about 30 seconds. The Bluetooth icon will stop flashing when the thermometer connects to your device’s mobile app and stored measurements will then transfer. Afterward, the thermometer will shut off after 60 seconds, or press the ON/OFF Button to shut it off manually.

Viewing Stored Measurements
This device stores 60 measurements, along with the date/time and “fever”/”no fever” classification.
With the device switched on, press and hold the MODE/MEM button for about three seconds; the most recent measurement will display. Press the MODE/MEM button repeatedly to cycle through the older measurements.

Surface temperatures:
To measure the surface temperature of an object, change the thermometer to Object Temperature Mode.

1. Press the ON/OFF button to switch the thermometer on. Change the thermometer to surface temperature mode by pressing the MODE/MEM Button. The object temperature mode icon will display.
   

2. Hold the sensor 1-1 ½ inch (2-3 cm) from the object to be measured and press the START Button. After about a second, the thermometer will beep once and display the measurement. Press the ON/OFF button to shut the thermometer off.
   

Ambient temperature:
To measure the ambient temperature in your location, switch the thermometer to ambient temperature mode.

1. Press the ON/OFF button to switch the thermometer on. Change the thermometer to ambient temperature mode by pressing the MODE/MEM Button twice. The ambient temperature mode icon will display.
   

2. The ambient temperature around the thermometer will display. The thermometer will shut off about one minute if no buttons are pressed; press the ON/OFF button to  shut the thermometer off manually. Note that ambient temperature measurements are not saved.

Care, Maintenance and Disposal

• The sensor is the most sensitive part of the thermometer. Work carefully when cleaning the sensor to avoid product damage. Use a clean cloth or cotton swab moistened with disinfectant, alcohol, or warm water.
• Do not use any harsh cleaning products.
• Before prolonged storage, remove the batteries.
• Do not use or store the device in excessively high or low temperature or humidity, in direct sunlight, near an electrical current or in dusty locations.
• To clean the device, use a soft, damp cloth and a mild detergent. Ensure water does not get into the device. If the device does get wet, remove the battery immediately and let dry completely before reuse.
• Never immerse the device in water.
• When storing the device for an extended period, remove the battery.

Disposal

• Observe the local regulations for material disposal. Dispose of the device in accordance with local regulations.
• If you have any questions, please contact the local authorities responsible for waste disposal.

Troubleshooting Guide

Error
message| Problem| Solution
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| Autotest in progress, device not ready.| Wait for the forehead symbol to stop flashing.
| Ambient temperature is not within the measurement range.| Place the thermometer in an ambient temperature between  59° F and 104° F (15° C – 40° C) for at least 30 minutes.
| Forehead temperature above 108 °F (42.2° C)or surface temperature above 176° F (80° C).| Only use a thermometer within the measurement range.
| Forehead temperature below 93.2° F (34° C)
or surface temperature below 32° F (0° C).| Only use a thermometer within the measurement range.
| Batteries low or depleted.| Replace batteries.

Technical Specification

Type

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FT 95

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Temperature Measurement Range| Forehead:  93.2° – 108° F (34.0° – 42.2° C) Object temperature:  32° – 176° F (0° – 80 °C) Ambient temperature:  32° – 176° F (0° – 80° C)
Measurement Accuracy| Forehead: ±0.4° F (0.2° C) from 93.2° – 108° F (34° – 42.2° C); Object temperature:  ±4° F (2° C) Room temperature:  ±4° F (2° C)
Measurement Duration| Approx. one second
Operating conditions| 59° – 104° F (15° – 40° C), Humidity <95% (noncondensing)
Storage conditions| 4° – 122° F (20° – 50° C), Humidity <85% (noncondensing)
Memory Slots| 60
Display resolution| 0.1°
Power| 2 x 1.5V AAA (LR03)
Dimensions| 6.5 in x 1.6 in x 1.1 in (167 x 41.5 x 28 mm)
Weight| Approx. 2.6 oz (73 g) without batteries
Automatic shutoff| 60 seconds

The device complies with the EU Medical Devices Directive 93/42/EEC, the German Medical Devices Act (Medizinproduktgesetz), the ASTM E 1965 – 98 and the European standard EN 60601-1-2 (in accordance with CISPR 11, IEC 61000-3-2, IEC 61000-3-3) and is subject to particular precautions with regard to electromagnetic compatibility. The device is suitable for use in all environments listed in these instructions for use, including domestic environments.

We hereby confirm that this product complies with the European RED Directive 2014/53/EU.
The CE Declaration of Conformity for this product can be found under: https://www.beurer.com/web/we-landingpages/de/cedeclarationofconformity.php

FCC Compliance Information

Non-Contact Thermometer FT 95
Responsible Party U.S. Contact Information: Beurer North America LP
1 Oakwood Boulevard, Suite 255
Hollywood, FL 33020
United States
1-800-536-0366
info@beurer.com

FCC Compliance Statement
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 not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: 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 interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance 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 harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the  ser is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

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

The equipment complies with FCC RF exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
The equipment must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

Warranty

Limited Lifetime Warranty For Original Purchaser
Your Beurer Non-Contact Thermometer, model FT 95, is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the life of the product under normal conditions of intended use and service. This warranty extends only to the original retail purchaser and does not extend to retailers or subsequent owners.
We will, at our option, repair or replace the Beurer Non-Contact Thermometer, model FT 95, without additional charge, for any part or parts covered by these written warranties. No refunds will be given. Repair or replacement is our only responsibility and your only remedy under this written

warranty. If replacement parts for defective materials are not available, Beurer reserves the right to make product substitutions in lieu of repair or replacement.
For warranty service contact our customer service department at 1-800-536-0366 or at info@beurer.com to provide a description of the problem. If the problem is deemed to be within the scope of the limited lifetime warranty, you will be asked to mail the product at your costs in its original package with proof of purchase, your name, address and phone number. If the problem is not deemed to be within the scope of the limited lifetime warranty, we will provide a quotation for repair respectively replacement and return shipping fee.

This warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse or abuse; accident; the attachment of unauthorized accessory; alteration to the product; improper installation;  misapplication; lack of reasonable care with respect to the product; unauthorized repairs or modifications; improper use of electrical/power supply; old worn batteries; normal wear; loss of power; dropped product; malfunction or damage of an operating part as a result of failure to comply with instructions for use or to provide manufacturer’s recommended maintenance; transit damage; theft; neglect; vandalism; or environmental conditions; loss of use during the period the product is at a repair facility or otherwise awaiting parts or repair; or any other conditions whatsoever that are beyond the control of Beurer. This warranty is void if the product is ever used in a commercial or business environment. The maximum liability of Beurer under this warranty is limited to the purchase price actually paid by the customer for the product covered by the warranty, as confirmed by proof of purchase, regardless of the amount of any other direct or indirect damage suffered by the customer.

This warranty is effective only if the product is purchased and operated in the country in which the product is purchased. A product that requires modifications or adaptation to enable it to operate in any other country than the country for which it was designed, manufactured, approved, and/or authorized, or repair of products damaged by these modifications is not covered under this warranty.

THE WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN SHALL BE THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, OBLIGATIONS, OR  LIABILITIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS APPLICABLE WRITTEN WARRANTY. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you.

IN NO EVENT SHALL BEURER BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS OR  ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS, IMPLIED, OR ANY OTHER THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHATSOEVER. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of special, incidental, or consequential damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you.

Beurer does not authorize anyone, including, but not limited to, retailers, the subsequent consumer purchaser of the product from a retailer or remote purchaser, to obligate  Beurer in any way beyond the terms set forth herein.

This warranty does not extend to the purchase of opened, used, repaired, repackaged, and/or resealed products, including but not limited to the sale of such products on Internet auction sites and/ or products by surplus or bulk resellers. Any and all warranties or guarantees shall immediately cease and terminate in connection with any products or parts thereof which are repaired, replaced, altered, or modified, without the prior explicit written consent of Beurer.

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