Instruction Manual
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1. Approx 4 6 cm B X 9 3 cm H X 5 7 cm D Ambient temperature 10 C to 40 C 50 F to 104 F 30 85 Ambient temperature 20 C 60 C 4 F 140 F 30 95 Storage case Instruction Manual probe covers 10 pieces A probe cover is already attached to the main unit Probe cover exclusively for GentleTemp 510 series MC PROBE TYPE J 13 GentleTemp 510 English Subject to technical modification and specifications may be changed without prior notice Special Note If used privately no calibration is needed For professional use it is recommended to check once a year o C 0197 A scent Manufacturer OMRON HEALTHCARE Co Ltd 24 Yamanouchi yamanoshita cho Ukyo ku Kyoto 615 0084 Japan EU Representative OMRON HEALTHCARE EUROPE B V Kruisweg 577 2132 NA Hoofddorp The Netherlands Telephone 31 0 20 3548200 Facsimile 31 0 20 3548201 www omron healthcare com 14 Affiliate Companies OMRON HEALTHCARE UK LTD Opal Drive Fox Milne Milton Keynes MK15 ODG United Kingdom Telephone 44 0 1273 495 033 Facsimile 44 0 1273 495 123 OMRON MEDIZINTECHNIK HANDELSGESELLSCHAFT mbH WindeckstraBe 81a D 68163 Mannheim Germany Telephone 49 0 621 83348 0 Facsimile 49 0 621 83348 30 E Mail OHGD Info eu omron com www omron medizintechnik de PZN 2585192 Artikel Nummer 086 000 000 OMRON Sant France 14 rue de Lisbonne F 93561 Rosny sous Bois Cedex France2. Display What to check How to correct Nothing is displayed even after pushed the blue button Is the battery flat Replace the battery with a new one Are the polarities of battery and placed incorrectly Replace the battery with correct polarities The battery is Replace the battery Age Normal ear temperature in C and F almost flat with a new one Babies 36 4 C 37 5 C 97 5 F 99 5 F Children 36 1 C 37 5 C 97 F 99 5 F Is the probe cover Replace the probe Teens Adults 35 9 C 37 5 C 96 6 F 99 5 F dirty cover with a new one Elderly 35 8 C 37 5 C 96 4 F 99 5 F x Is the infrared sensor Clean the infrared sensor 4 3 Ear temperature compared to other types of body temperature The normal temperature is not the same everywhere Even after insert unit in the ear the 0 mark is not displayed dirty with a cotton swab Is your ear filled with earwax Remove the earwax with a cotton swab o O The temperature of the main unit is 34 C 93 2 For above If you insert the unit in the ear and push the blue button you can measure in 1 second At this time you cannot use the Information Mode 11 GentleTemp 510 English or Did you forget to re attach the probe cover Attach the probe cover then measure The mea
3. An ear temperature unlike an oral temperature is unaffected by factors such as talking drinking and smoking 10 4 2 Normal and raised temperature We recommend that you practice with the GentleTemp 510 on yourself and family members This way you can improve your technique and feel more confident of the measurements you take when a family member is ill You will also be able to tell when a reading is higher than normal As ambient temperature sweat or saliva easily affects body temperature measured under the arm or the tongue readings may be lower than the core temperature Tympanic temperature measurement accurately reflects the brain temperature and can lead to a quicker detection of fever Eardrum i arn 3 4 117 Infrared sensor Infrared rays Eardrum Measure point External auditory canal GentleTemp 510 English In order to make a correct judgement of suspected fever conditions it is important to learn the normal temperatures of family members by measuring their temperatures when they are in good physical condition The temperature measured in the ear is different to that measured rectally Please use the normal as the standard for understanding the temperature difference during fever One speaks of normal body temperature if the measurement value lies with in a certain range Body temperature varies however according to age 5 SOLVING PROBLEMS 5 1 Troubleshooting
4. for a long time or the thermometer is used more than three times in a row How many times can measure consecutively You can measure consecutively up to three times The main unit will then be warmed up and may not be able to measure correctly If you are going to measure more than three times wait for ten minutes then measure again The temperature indicated is rather high 1 The probe cover may be faulty 2 You may have used the thermometer that has been stored in a cool or cold place Measure the temperature after leaving the unit in the room where you are going to use for more than thirty minutes If you store the unit in the room where you are going to measure the temperature you can use the thermometer promptly GentleTemp 510 English Is the temperatures measured in the right ear different from that measured in the left ear Among healthy people there should be no significant difference in the measurement results Differences may be caused by the following reasons 1 The infrared sensor is not inserted in the same way 2 Measurement is not conducted by inserting the unit in a stable manner in the same angle Try to measure in either ear that can show the highest measurement value constantly In accordance with the 10 seconds mode the unit detects the highest temperature Refer to paragraph 3 2 The temperature shown is rather low 1 The probe cover is dirty 2 The infrared sensor is dirty 3 You removed the
5. unit from the ear before the measurement is finished 4 The ear is cold The temperature tends to indicate low when you use an ice bag or an ice pack or immediately after coming in from the cold in winter The thermometer is not inserted deep enough in the ear 6 The infrared sensor is not directed towards the eardrum Use the 10 seconds measurement mode Refer to paragraph 3 2 a 6 SPECIFICATIONS Name GentleTemp 510 Model MC 510 E2 Voltage 3V DC lithium battery CR2032 Power consumption 0 05 W Battery life Sensor Temperature indication Precision Celsius Precision Fahrenheit Measurement range Weight External dimensions Operating environment Relative humidity Storage environment Relative humidity Accessories Options With a new battery approx 5000 measurements Thermopile In 3 digits of C every 0 1 F or C According to NEN EN 12470 5 Clinical thermometers Part 5 Performance of infra red ear thermometers with maximum device 34 C 42 2 C 0 2 C Based on the measurement of the standard black body at the room temperature of 25 C RH 50 According to NEN EN 12470 5 Clinical thermometers Part 5 Performance of infra red ear thermometers with maximum device 93 2 F 108 F 0 3 C Based on the measurement of the standard black body at the room temperature of 77 F RH 50 34 C 42 2 C 93 2 108 F Approx 50 g 1 8 02 including the battery
6. OLG dwejaue5 E Digital Ear Thermometer Instruction Manual Gebrauchsanweisung Gebruiksaanwijzing Mode d emploi Manuale de instruzione Manual de instrucciones page Seite pagina page pagina pagina 2 14 15 27 28 40 41 53 54 66 67 79 GentleTemp 510 English Congratulations with purchasing the GentleTemp 510 Instant Ear Thermometer an excellent choice This remarkable instrument offers comfortable safe accurate and quick temperature measurement from the eardrum this corresponds to the core body temperature Please read this instruction manual first so that you can use this thermometer safely and correctly Please retain this instruction manual for future reference If you have questions about the meaning of a specific temperature please consult your doctor TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 General 4 To interpret the measured results 10 1 1 Safety precautions 4 1 Measurement from the ear 10 1 2 Care and storage 4 2 Normal and raised temperature 10 1 3 The components of the product 4 3 Eardrum temperature compared to 2 Preparation before measurement other body temperatures 11 21 A clean probe cover 5 Troubleshooting 11 22 Move the unit in the ear 5 1 Solving problems 11 2 3 Measuring the temperature of an infant 5 2 Question and answer 12 2 4 To change the temperature from Celsius to Fahrenheit 6 Specifications 13 2 5 Recommendations 3 Usage of the GentleTemp 510 3 1 Mode 1 the fast measurement 1 3 seconds in 7 s
7. ar the unit e Do not disassemble repair or modify the unit e The main unit is not waterproof Be careful when handling this unit so that no liquid alcohol water or hot water will get into the main unit 1 2 Care and storage When the measurement is finished clean and store the unit Lightly wipe off any dirt from the main unit with a soft dry cloth Never wash the unit or clean the unit with a cleaner containing an abrasive thinner or benzene When the infrared sensor becomes dirty wipe it lightly with a soft dry cloth or a cotton swab Do not wipe the infrared sensor with tissue paper or a paper towel After cleaning the unit attach the probe cover and store the unit in the storage case It is convenient to store the unit in the place where you are going to use it so that you can use it promptly Do not store the unit in direct sunshine where the temperature and humidity are high in dusty environments near a fire or where vibration and or shock can be applied easily 1 3 The components of the thermometer Infrared sensor Infrared sensor O Probe Probe cover Probe Button Display Probe covers are consumables If the supplied probe covers are used up please purchase new ones GentleTemp 510 English 2 PREPARATION BEFORE MEASUREMENT 2 1 A clean probe cover Confirm that a clean probe cover is attached to the main unit 3 a External auditory Replace the probe c
8. has a sharp small tip such as a toothpick to remove the battery Do not use metal tweezers or a screwdriver Replace the new battery with the plus side on the top El Close the batteries cover and tighten the screw e gt To protect the environment discard the used batteries in accordance with the local regulations regarding waste disposal procedure Disposal can be done at your retail store or at appropriate collection sites GentleTemp 510 English 4 TO INTERPRET MEASURED RESULTS 4 1 Temperature measurements taken within the ear The GentleTemp 510 instant ear thermometer detects the infrared heat given off by the eardrum and surrounding tissues and it converts this heat into an equivalent ear temperature The GentleTemp 510 is less threatening to a child than a rectal thermometer It s faster safer and easier to use than an oral thermometer Being digital there s no worry about the hazard of broken glass or mercury ingestion Measurements can even be taken while a child is sleeping For adults the GentleTemp 510 Instant Ear Thermometer offers fast convenient and accurate readings without the delay of a conventional thermometer Clinical research has shown that the ear is an ideal site for taking body temperature The eardrum shares blood vessels with the hypothalamus the part of the brain that controls body temperature Therefore the ear is an accurate indicator of internal core body temperature
9. he symbols on the display a Insert the probe in the ear as far illuminate C flashes as it comfortably goes in the direction of the eardrum and a a slightly move the unit Ince lt i Leh Lee tF t Wait for two beeps El When the unit has beeped twice push the blue button leaving the unit in the ear J GentleTemp 510 English 3 3 To measure repeatedly 3 5_ Battery replacement Wait until C flashes again after approximately 10 seconds Continue with step 4 for the fast measurement mode paragraph 3 1 and for the 10 seconds measurement mode paragraph 3 2 ro You can measure your temperature repeatedly up to three times Further repeated measurements may not be possible due to the main unit being warmed up If you want to measure more than four times wait for 10 minutes or longer then start the measurement again If the probe cover becomes dirty or someone else uses the unit replace the probe cover with a new one 3 4 To finish the measurement After approximately 1 minute the unit will be turned off automatically The unit cannot be turned off manually even if you push the button The GentleTemp 510 Instant Ear Thermometer detects the infra red heat given off by the eardrum and surrounding tissues and it converts this heat into an equivalent oral temperature in one second El Move the screw and then remove the battery cover Remove the battery Use something that
10. over in the following cases o canal e When it is dirty broken or damaged e After somebody else has used it Slightly move the unit inside the ear 1 Remove the probe cover 2 Attach a new probe cover Infrared rays Eardrum 2 3 Measuring the temperature of an infant Insert the probe cover Sa until it clicks Measuring on a lying Measuring on a sitting When the ear is too baby baby small to insert the Lightly support the Lightly support the probe 2 2 Move the unit in the ear child s body child s body and While slightly pulling Slightly pull the ear the ear towards the To obtain a correct measurement it is important to move the unit towards the back back cover the external inside the ear auditory canal with the probe without forcibly trying to insert the probe 5 GentleTemp 510 English 2 4 To change the temperature from C to F 2 5 Recommendations The thermometer default is set to Celsius C It is possible to measure the temperature in C or F To change the unit of temperature from C Centigrade to F Fahrenheit follow the procedure shown below i The GentleTemp 510 is off and the display is blank Press and hold the blue button for approx 4 seconds During this period all the symbols on the display illuminate ra Next a large C flashes on the LCD Remove your finger from the blue button a Each time the button is p
11. r Correct measurement results may not be obtained e If dirty probe covers are used e If the ear is cold wait until the ear is warmed up before taking a temperature measurement e The measured result may indicate low when you use an ice bag or an ice pack or immediately after coming in from the outside in winter e If there is any temperature difference between the places where the unit is stored and where you are going to measure leave the unit in the room where you are going to use it for more than thirty minutes to allow it to reach room temperature first then measure Do not forcibly insert the probe in the ear e If you feel discomfort such as a pain during the measurement stop using the unit immediately It may injure the external auditory canal Do not use the GentleTemp 510 6 if suffering from ear disease such as otitis externa or otitis media It may worsen the condition e Do not use the unit when the external auditory canal is wet such as after swimming or taking a bath It may injure the external auditory canal e Do not throw batteries into a fire The battery may explode GentleTemp 510 English General Advice e When you inform your doctor of your temperature make sure you state that you measured the temperature in the ear e Do not use this unit other than for measuring the temperature in the human ear e Do not apply a strong shock to drop step on or vibrate the main unit e Do not use a portable phone ne
12. ressed a large C or a large F is F displayed alternatively B Remove your finger from the blue button g Five 5 seconds after pressing the thermometer turns off automatically The display is blank The thermometer is now set for the Fahrenheit F mode sdr To select Celsius C mode start from Step 1 Store the unit in the room where you are going to use it If the unit has been stored in a cool cold room allow it to reach ambient temperature before using temperature of the environment needs to be above 10 C or keep the thermometer at least 30 minutes in the place where you are going to use it Do not warm the unit by placing it near a fire Instead place it in the room where you are going to use it to allow it to reach the room temperature Start measurement after the body ear is warmed up The measurement may indicate a lower temperature than the actual temperature in the following cases e Immediately after returning to your home especially in winter e In a cool or cold room e When the head ear is cooled by an ice bag Confirm the measuring method by familiarizing yourself with the best way to insert the unit in the ear Do this during normal body temperature periods e Note the angle you are holding the thermometer at when the highest measurement value is indicated e the measurement value may differ for each ear Try to measure the temperature using the ear that shows the highe
13. st temperature in stable conditions GentleTemp 510 English 3 USAGE OF THE THERMOMETER 3 1_ Mode 1 the fast measurement 1 3 seconds in 7 steps Insert the probe cover until E Push the blue button After all the symbols on the El Insert the probe in the ear as far it clicks The thermometer is turned on display illuminate C flashes as it comfortably goes in the direction of the eardrum and slightly move the unit 1 En SS oe w E d E L t When it beeps once you can g Push the blue button leaving When the unit beeps four times start the measurement the unit in the ear the measurement is finished The measured temperature is y shown on the display Y GentleTemp 510 English 3 2 Mode 2 the 10 seconds measurement in 9 steps This function is recommended when the direction of the eardrum may be difficult to find such as measuring the temperature of an infant E Insert the probe cover until Push the blue button it clicks The thermometer is turned on Do not press the blue button if g Slightly move the GentleTemp the beep sounds only one time 510 while the unit tries to The measurement will start detect the temperature of the automatically eardrum for a maximum of 10 seconds El When the unit beeps four times the measurement is finished The highest measured tempera ture is shown on the display After all t
14. sured result is below 34 C 93 2 F the measurement was finished L t Did you remove the thermometer before Remove the thermo meter from the ear after the measurement is finished The measured result Is the infrared exceeds 42 2 C 108 0 F sensor broken Return to the selling point 1 t Is the probe cover broken Replace the probe cover with a new one The temperature of the main unit may be below 10 C 50 F om iL correctly when the temperature of the ranges The temperature of the main unit may be above 40 C 104 F Ai 12 You cannot measure main unit is in these Measure the temperature after leaving the unit in the room where you are going to measure so that the unit is accus tomed to the tempe rature of that room between 10 C 40 C 50 F 104 F If you store the unit in the room where you are actually going to measure you can measure quickly If the Er 1 is Wait for the unit to E 1 displayed again turn off then turn on EP 1 the unit may the unit again be faulty This occurs when the device is moved from one space to another and the difference in temperature is more than 10 C Wait for at pa least five minutes until AA mark is not on we displayed anymore 5 2 Question and answer Might be caused when the probe is grasped
15. teps 3 2 Mode 2 the 10 seconds measurement in 9 steps 3 3 To measure repeatedly 3 4 To finish the measurement 3 5 Battery replacement 0000 Y 0000000420 GentleTemp 510 English 1 GENERAL 1 1 Safety precautions Warning Conducting self diagnosis based on the measurement results and or treatment can be dangerous Please follow the instructions of your doctor Self diagnosis may worsen the symptoms Do not touch the infrared sensor with a finger or breathe on it e The infrared sensor may become dirty and the correct measurement result may not be obtained e If the infrared sensor becomes dirty lightly wipe it with a soft dry cloth e If you wipe it with a tissue paper or a paper towel the infrared sensor will be damaged and may not be able to measure correctly Only use probe covers that are especially designed for this unit e Do not use a probe cover after someone else has used it This can lead to cross infections such as otitis externa e If the probe cover becomes dirty with earwax or other substances replace it with a new one e Correct measurement result may not be obtained if dirty probe covers are used Store the unit out of children s reach result may not be obtained if dirty probe covers are used Store the unit out of children s reach Children may try to measure by themselves and may damage the ear In an emergency case if a child swallows a battery or a probe cover immediately consult with a docto
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