Homedics No Touch Thermometer Manual TI-150

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Homedics No Touch Thermometer TI-150

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Thank you for purchasing the Homedics No-Touch Thermometer. This product, along with the entire HoMedics product line, is built with high quality craftsmanship to provide you with years of dependable service.

Please read these instructions carefully to ensure proper and safe operation.

IMPORTANT PRODUCT NOTICES AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using your thermometer, basic precautions should always be followed. Please read and follow all instructions and warnings before using this product. Save these instructions for future reference.

Please note that this product is intended for household use only and should not serve as a substitute for the advice of a physician or medical professional. Do not use this device for diagnosis or treatment of any health problem or disease. Measurement results are for reference only. Contact your physician if you have or suspect any medical problem.

• Use the HoMedics No-Touch Thermometer only for its intended use.

• The thermometer should only be used under supervision of an adult.

• Prolonged high fever requires medical attention — especially in young children.

• Do not expose thermometer to extreme high or low temperatures, very high humidity, or direct sunlight.

• Handle product with care and avoid dropping.

• Do not immerse thermometer in water or other liquids.

• Do not dissemble or attempt to repair unit.

• When not in use, keep thermometer in storage bag and out of the reach of children.

• Never attempt to insert anything into lens or sensor area.

• Avoid touching lens or sensor area.
  • Batteries:
  • Batteries can be harmful to thermometer if leakage occurs. If thermometer will not be used for an extended period of time (three months or more), remove the batteries.
  • A worn battery should be replaced immediately with a new one.
  • Align battery polarities properly when changing

• Additional product notices and safety instructions are found in the following sections of this manual:
  • Important notes regarding temperature measurements (pg. 19)
  • Care, maintenance and cleaning (pg. 20)

HoMedics No-Touch Thermometer
How does this product work?

The HoMedics No-Touch thermometer is an electronic device designed to measure temperature of the body at the forehead. The temperature displayed represents measured forehead temperature converted to the more familiar oral equivalent. This is performed by using a mathematical adjustment of forehead temperature. This reading will not necessarily be the same as a temperature measured orally at that same time.

When consulting a physician, it is important to communicate that the temperature reading was taken from the forehead and converted to an oral equivalent.

The HoMedics No Touch Thermometer is also designed to measure things other than human temperature such as bath water, liquids and food. See page 15 for more information on measuring the temperature of objects.

What is normal body temperature? What is a fever?
Normal body temperature is a range that varies from person to person, and throughout the day. Fever is defined as a body temperature elevated over an individual’s normal body temperature. It is important to determine each person’s normal body temperature in order to properly assess whether or not a fever is actually present. This range can easily be determined by tracking temperature on a consistent basis by measuring at the same time each day.

This thermometer converts the forehead temperature to an oral equivalent and meets industry standards regarding temperature accuracy. For temperature between 96.8° – 102.2°F (36.0° – 39.0°C) it is accurate to ± 0.4°F (±0.2°C).*

See Product Specifications on page 22 for more information.
*ASTM Standard E 1965-98

DEVICE DESCRIPTION

DISPLAY DESCRIPTION

Inserting and replacing batteries

1. Remove battery cover.
2. Remove old batteries.
3. Insert 2 AAA batteries, taking care to align polarities properly.
4. Replace battery cover.

Until a measurement is taken, the thermometer will display a default temperature of “00” after battery power is restored. When the low battery symbol appears on the display the battery should be replaced. When the low battery symbol appears with the “Lo” symbol, the battery must be replaced in order for the thermometer to function (fig 4).

Note: Do not discard used batteries in trash. Please turn in at an official collection point. If thermometer will not be used for an extended period of time (three months or more), remove battery to prevent damage to the thermometer from possible battery leakage.

Changing Temperature Scale Between Celsius and Fahrenheit When unit is turned on press and hold the MEM and MODE buttons for 3 seconds. When scale is changed, the thermometer will beep once and the °C or °F will appear on the screen. Using Night Mode

Night mode is a unique feature that allows a temperature reading to be taken in the dark. Night mode activates a soft red flashlight to aid in aiming the thermometer at the subject’s forehead and a display that illuminates to enable you to view readings in the dark. Additionally, audio “beeps” are disabled in Night Mode.

Night Mode is not recommended for general use in order to preserve battery life. Modes can be changed at any time before or after measurement. Do not change modes during measurement as the accuracy of the reading may be affected.

Changing measurement mode from PERSON to OBJECT:
For measuring the temperature of a person, the thermometer must be in PERSON mode. Press and release the MODE button until you see the word “PERSON” on the display. If you would like to measure an object, press and release the MODE button until you see the word “OBJECT” on the display.

To use the HoMedics No-Touch Thermometer properly, please read the following:

1. The forehead of the person should be clean and dry. Oils, cosmetics and perspiration can cause the thermometer to measure a lower than actual temperature.

2. The person should be calm and sitting or standing still when temperature is measured. Allow the person to sit and rest for 30 minutes after the following activities and before taking a temperature measurement:
   • The person has exercised or exerted him/herself
   • The person has been exposed to extreme cold or heat
   • The person has had a cold or hot compress on forehead
   • The person has been wearing a hat or scarf
   • The person has been engaging in activities that may affect the normal temperature of the forehead such as showering, drying hair, etc.

3. The lens of the HoMedics No-Touch Thermometer should be clean and dry. Clean with a cotton swab dipped in rubbing alcohol. Squeeze swab to remove excess liquid. Excess moisture could damage the thermometer.

4. The temperature measurement should be taken in a draft free room with temperature between 61°F— 95°F (16°C — 35°C).

5. The thermometer should not come in direct contact with any part of the subject’s body.

6. The temperature measurement should be taken away from electromagnetic fields emitted by cell or cordless phones.

7. Thermometer must be at room temperature 30 minutes before use.

How to take a temperature reading of a person:

• Turn unit on by sliding lens cover to “on” or “open” position (Figure 5).

• Select PERSON mode (if not already in PERSON mode), by pressing MODE button until the word “PERSON” appears on screen.
• Position thermometer end ALMOST TOUCHING the center of the forehead (Figure 6).

• Press and hold “SCAN” button. It will begin to flash.
• Move thermometer slowly away from forehead until SCAN button GLOWS SOLID (Figure 7).

• Release SCAN button, HOLD THERMOMETER IN PLACE until temperature appears and you hear a “beep”. Note: In night mode the display will light up instead of “beep” when measurement is complete.
• Thermometer will turn off in 1 minute, or slide lens cover to turn off.
  Note: Wait 5 seconds between readings.

Fever Alarm
The Fever Alarm is a unique feature that alerts the user anytime a temperature reading is 100°F (37.8°C) or greater with a visual notice on the display and a triple beep audio alert (visual alert only in memory mode or night mode). For readings at or above this temperature it is LIKELY a fever is present.

Note: A temperature reading below 100°F (37.8°C) does not mean that a fever is not present. Likewise, a temperature greater than or equal to 100°F (37.8°C) does not guarantee the presence of a fever.

This product is not intended for substitution of consultation with a physician. Contact your physician if any one of the following conditions is present: Vomiting, diarrhea, change in breathing activity or appetite, irritability, lethargy, or unusual sleepiness.

How to take a temperature reading of an object:

Important: Do not measure object or substance through a container. The thermometer measures surface temperature, so be sure to shake or stir the substance before measuring to evenly distribute the heat.

• Turn unit on by sliding lens cover to “on” or “open” position.

• Select “OBJECT” mode (if not already in OBJECT mode), by pressing MODE button.
• Use ruler provided to position the thermometer 2-4” from substance/object to measure.

• Press and release “SCAN” button. Do not move thermometer until the temperature appears on display and you hear a “beep”.*
• Thermometer will turn off in 1 minute, or slide lens cover to turn off.
  Note: To measure room temperature, point measuring end of thermometer 2-4” from interior wall or door. Be careful to choose a spot that does not have direct sunlight, a window, or heating/cooling vent nearby. Follow steps 4-5.

Note: Wait 5 seconds between readings.

The temperature range of this thermometer is 32° – 210.2°F (0° – 99°C). If a measurement is below this range, the thermometer will display “Lo.” If a measurement is above this range, the thermometer will display “Hi”.

If the operating or environmental temperature is not within the range, the thermometer will display “Err”. *± 5% accuracy for readings in OBJECT MODE

To review memory readings:
This thermometer automatically stores the last 10 results in PERSON mode, and the last 10 results in OBJECT mode. When thermometer is on, press the MEM button.

The most recent temperature you took in the mode that your thermometer is in will display along with the memory mode indicator and the number “1”. Toggle through the memory by continuing to press and release the MEM button to review up to ten memories. Pressing MEM again will take you back to the most recent memory.

To review the memory in another mode (person or object), press MODE while in memory. The 1st memory of the other mode will appear on the display.

Note: When memory is at capacity, the oldest record will be deleted to make room for a new reading. Memory will be cleared as a result of battery removal or power failure. A default reading of “– –” will be displayed when memory is cleared until a new temperature reading is taken.

To clear memory:
Press and hold the MEM button for 5 seconds. The thermometer will beep when the memory is cleared. This clears all memory in PERSON and OBJECT mode.

Important Notes Regarding Temperature Measurement

• Results are for reference only. If there are health concerns, please consult a physician.
• For additional measurements, wait at least 5 seconds between readings to ensure accuracy.
• Use the thermometer at room temperature, as extremes in the environmental temperature can impact accuracy.
• Store thermometer at room temperature. Before use, thermometer must be at room temperature for at least 30 minutes.
• It is recommended that you take multiple readings (three or more) and use the highest reading in the following special circumstances. Wait at least 5 seconds between readings:
• When taking the temperature of an infant younger than three months.
• When taking the temperature of children under the age of three who have special conditions, such as compromised immune systems, and for whom the absence or presence of a fever is critical.
• When you are first learning how to use this thermometer and until you are obtaining consistent readings.
  NOTE: slight temperature variations may be observed (+/- 0.4 – 0.5°F or +/-0.2 – 0.3°C) this is common to all types of thermometers.

Care, Maintenance and Cleaning

• The lens of the thermometer should be clean and dry. Clean with a cotton swab dipped in rubbing alcohol. Squeeze swab to remove excess liquid. Excess moisture could damage the thermometer.
• Clean thermometer with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use any gas, strong detergent, or solvents to clean the device.
• Do not immerse the unit in water.
• Do not subject the thermometer to extreme temperatures, humidity, moisture, and direct sunlight.
• When not using, store thermometer in storage bag, and out of reach of children.
• Do not disassemble thermometer. If in need of repair, refer to warranty section of this manual.
• If at any time you question the accuracy of temperature measurements, please contact HoMedics Consumer Relations at 1.800.466.3342.

TROUBLESHOOTING/ERROR CODES

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Note: If the unit does not work, contact HoMedics Consumer Relations. Under no
circumstance should you disassemble or attempt to repair the unit by yourself. Contact
information for HoMedics Consumer Relations Department can be found on the warranty
page. These specifications are subject to change without notice.

LIMITED THREE YEAR WARRANTY

HoMedics sells its products with the intent that they are free of defects in manufacture and
workmanship for a period of three years from the date of original purchase, except as noted
below. HoMedics warrants that its products will be free of defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service. This warranty extends only to consumers and does not extend to Retailers.

To obtain warranty service on your HoMedics product, mail the product and your dated sales receipt (as proof of purchase), postpaid, to the following address:

HoMedics Consumer Relations
Service Center Dept. 168
3000 Pontiac Trail
Commerce Township, MI 48390
No COD’s will bse accepted.

HoMedics does not authorize anyone, including, but not limited to, Retailers, the subsequent consumer purchaser of the product from a Retailer or remote purchasers, to obligate HoMedics in any way beyond the terms set forth herein. This warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse or abuse; accident; the attachment of any unauthorized accessory; alteration to the product; improper installation; unauthorized repairs or modifications; improper use of electrical/ power supply; loss of power; dropped product; malfunction or damage of an operating part from failure to provide manufacturer’s recommended maintenance; transportation 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 HoMedics.

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 adoption 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. THERE SHALL BE NO OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS OR ANY OTHER OBLIGATION ON THE PART OF THE COMPANY WITH RESPECT TO PRODUCTS COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY. HOMEDICS SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES. IN NO EVENT SHALL THIS WARRANTY REQUIRE MORE THAN THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF ANY PART OR PARTS WHICH ARE FOUND TO BE DEFECTIVE WITHIN THE EFFECTIVE PERIOD OF THE WARRANTY. NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN. IF REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR DEFECTIVE MATERIALS ARE NOT AVAILABLE, HOMEDICS RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE PRODUCT SUBSTITUTIONS IN LIEU OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT.

This warranty does not extend to the purchase of opened, used, repaired, repackaged and/or resealed products, including but not limited to sale of such products on Internet auction sites and/or sales of such products by surplus or bulk resellers. Any and all warranties or guarantees shall immediately cease and terminate as to any products or parts thereof which are repaired, replaced, altered, or modified, without the prior express and written consent of HoMedics.
This warranty provides you with specific legal rights. You may have additional rights which may vary from country to country. Because of individual country regulations, some of the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you.

For more information regarding our product line in the USA, please visit: www.homedics.com

©2008-2009 HoMedics, Inc. and its affiliated companies, all rights reserved. HoMedics® is a
registered trademark of HoMedics, Inc. and its affiliated companies. All rights reserved.
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For service or repair, do not return this unit to the retailer.

Contact HoMedics Consumer Relations at :
Address:
HoMedics
Consumer Relations
Service Center Dept.
168 3000 Pontiac Trail
Commerce Township, MI 48390

Email: cservice@homedics.com
Phone: 1-800-466-3342
Business hours: 8:30am – 5pm ET Monday – Friday

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