four sets of three short beeps each. To turn the unit off, press the POWER but-
ton. The unit will automatically power down after approximately ten minutes.
REMEMBER:
Rectal temperatures are generally 1.0
o
F higher than oral readings.
USING DISPOSABLE PROBE COVERS
It is recommended to use disposable thermometer tip covers in order to prevent
cross contamination. Additional probe covers can be purchased from your
MABIS dealer or with the order form below.
CHANGING THE BATTERY
The battery in your digital thermometer needs to be replaced when “
” appears
in the lower right of the display. Replace the
battery with an LR41 alkaline or SR41 silver
oxide type. To replace the battery, remove the
battery cap (see diagram). Remove the battery
using a non-metal tool. Insert the new battery
with the positive (+) side facing up. Replace
the battery cap.
SPECIFICATIONS
DISPLAY:
LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY
DISPLAY RESOLUTION:
4 DIGITS (1/10 OF A DEGREE INCREMENTS)
MEASUREMENT RANGE:
89.6
o
F to 107.6
o
F
ACCURACY:
±0.2
o
F BETWEEN 95.0
o
F AND 102.2
o
F
BATTERY:
ONE 1.5V BUTTON SIZE BATTERY
LR41 OR EQUIVALENT
BATTERY LIFE:
APPROXIMATELY 24 MONTHS
AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFF:
AFTER APPROXIMATELY TEN MINUTES
OPERATING TEMPERATURE:
50.0
o
F – 104.0
o
F
STORAGE TEMPERATURE:
14.0
o
F – 140.0
o
F
DIMENSIONS:
5-1/4” X 7/8” X 3/8”
WEIGHT:
0.40 OUNCES
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Your thermometer features a comfortable, soft, flexible tip, which conforms to the
mouth during temperature readings. It is enhanced with beeper, memory, and
fever alarm. The following instructions will cover your thermometer’s features in
further detail.
PARTS OF YOUR DIGITAL THERMOMETER
BODY TEMPERATURE
Body temperature can vary from 97
o
F to 99
o
F. The generally accepted “normal”
temperature is 98.6
o
F. Usually your temperature is lower in the morning than in
the afternoon. Normal temperature varies according to the location of the tem-
perature reading. While the oral temperature follows the guidelines previously
described, a rectal temperature is generally 1.0
o
F higher. Conversely, an axillary
(under the arm) temperature will be 1.0
o
F lower.
GENERAL CARE AND USE
The thermometer should be held during use. The patient should be seated or
lying down. TEMPERATURES SHOULD ONLY BE TAKEN UNDER THE SUPER-
VISION OF AN ADULT.
You can clean your Digital Thermometer by wiping it with soap and water or 70%
Isopropyl Alcohol. THE UNIT MUST NEVER BE SUBMERSED IN ANY LIQUID OR
STERILIZED IN ANY WAY (GAS OR STEAM AUTOCLAVES). Failure to follow
these instructions will cause severe damage to your unit and void your warranty.
1. The thermometer should only be used under the supervision of an adult.
2. Do not walk, run or talk during temperature taking.
3. Clean the thermometer before and after each use.
4. Store the unit in the protective case when not in use.
5. Do not bite the thermometer tip.
6. Do not store the unit where it will be exposed to direct sunlight, dust or humidity.
Avoid extreme temperatures.
7. Dropping or subjecting your thermometer to strong shocks should be avoided.
8. Do not attempt to disassemble the unit, except to replace the battery.
9. If ERR displays and measurement is not attainable, the unit must be replaced.
NOTE
: Performance of the device may be degraded if: operated outside of stated tem-
perature and humidity range; stored outside of stated temperature and humidity range;
thermometer undergoes mechanical shock (drop); patient temperature is below ambient
temperature.
OPERATING YOUR DIGITAL THERMOMETER
Press the POWER button to activate the thermometer. The digital display will
show the following and the thermometer will beep.
This is the LCD display test. This insures all parts of the display
are functioning properly.
By continuing to hold the button down, the last measured tem-
perature will be displayed until the button is released.
Once the button is released or if no reading is stored, an L with
a flashing
o
F will appear in the display followed by a brief flash
of 97.7
o
F followed by an L with a flashing
o
F to
indicate that the thermometer is ready for measurement.
NOTE:
If the room temperature is above 89.6
o
F, the room temperature will dis-
play instead of the L.
TAKING AN ORAL TEMPERATURE
Using the diagram on the right, place the thermometer tip under the tongue as
near as possible to the heat pocket. The diagram also shows the temperature
variables by not placing the tip in the heat pocket area. The temperature reading
should take approximately sixty seconds. The
o
F will continue to flash during the
reading of the temperature. When the peak temperature has been reached, the
o
F will stop flashing and the thermometer will
sound four long beeps if the temperature is below
99.5
o
F. If the temperature is above 99.5
o
F the unit
will sound four sets of three short beeps each. To
turn the unit off, press the POWER button. The
unit will automatically power down after approxi-
mately ten minutes.
NOTE:
The mouth must
remain closed during the measurement to ensure
accurate readings.
TAKING AN AXILLARY TEMPERA-
TURE (under the arm)
The thermometer tip should be placed under the arm so the tip is touching the
skin. Hold the thermometer parallel to the body and position the arm on the chest
so the thermometer tip is well covered by the arm. This ensures the thermome-
ter tip is not affected by the room air. The temperature reading should take
approximately sixty seconds. The
o
F will continue to flash during the reading of
the temperature. When the peak temperature has been reached, the
o
F will stop
flashing and the thermometer will sound four long beeps if the temperature is below
99.5
o
F. If the temperature is above 99.5
o
F the unit will sound four sets of three short
beeps each. To turn the unit off, press the POWER button. The unit will automati-
cally power down after approximately ten minutes.
REMEMBER:
Axillary temperatures are generally 1.0
o
F lower than oral readings.
TAKING A RECTAL TEMPERATURE
Rectal temperatures should only be taken when it is impossible or impractical to
take an oral or axillary temperature. THE THERMOMETER TIP SHOULD BE
INSERTED A MAXIMUM OF 1/2” INTO THE RECTUM. The temperature reading
should take approximately sixty seconds. The
o
F will continue to flash during the
reading of the temperature. When the peak temperature has been reached, the
o
F will stop flashing and the thermometer will sound four long beeps if the tem-
perature is below 99.5
o
F. If the temperature is above 99.5
o
F the unit will sound
PROBE TIP
DIGITAL DISPLAY WINDOW
POWER BUTTON
BATTERY COVER
HEAT
HEAT
98.4
o
F
98.4
o
F
98.8
o
F
98.8
o
F
97.9
o
F
97.7
o
F
97.9
o
F
98.1
o
F
LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY
This Digital Thermometer is guaranteed to be free of manufacturing defects for a period of one year
from the date of purchase under normal use. This warranty applies to the original registered
purchaser only. All repairs on your Digital Thermometer should be sent prepaid to: MABIS
Healthcare, Attn: Repair Department, 1931 Norman Drive, Waukegan, IL 60085.
The warrantor shall incur no liability under this warranty for any damage from any cause other than
inherent manufacturing defects.
ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS ARE LIMITED TO
THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT INCLUDE ANY LIABILITY
FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow limitation on how
long an implied warranty lasts or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from
state to state.
Flex Tip Digital Thermometer
CUT OUT AND MAIL TO:
MABIS HEALTHCARE INC.
1931 NORMAN DRIVE
WAUKEGAN, IL 60085
THERMOMETER WARRANTY REGISTRATION
(MUST BE COMPLETED WITHIN 10 DAYS OF PURCHASE)
NAME:
ADDRESS:
CITY:
STATE: ZIP:
PURCHASED FROM:
CITY:
STATE: ZIP:
DATE PURCHASED:
USER INFORMATION (OPTIONAL)
❑
MALE
❑
FEMALE
AGE:
AGE OF YOUNGEST FAMILY MEMBER
❑
UNDER 6 MONTHS
❑
6 MONTHS - 1 YEAR
❑
1 - 3 YEARS
❑
3 - 5 YEARS
❑
OLDER
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PROBE COVER ORDER FORM
CUT OUT AND MAIL TO:
MABIS HEALTHCARE INC.
1931 NORMAN DRIVE
WAUKEGAN, IL 60085
Please send packages of disposable probe covers
#15-618-000 (100 probes per package). Enclosed is $5.00 per
package plus $3.00 for shipping and handling for each order.
PAYMENT METHOD (do not send cash): Check Money Order
Please ship to:
NAME:
ADDRESS:
CITY:
STATE:
ZIP:
PHONE: ( )
NOTE:
This order form is for shipments within the United States and Canada.
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