Beurer FT 65: ENGLISH

ENGLISH

Dear customer,

Thank you for choosing one of our products. Our name stands for high-quality, thoroughly tested products for applications

in the areas of heat, gentle therapy, blood pressure/diagnosis, weight, massage and air.

Please read these instructions for use carefully and observe the information they contain.

With kind regards,

Your Beurer team

Contents

1. Signs and symbols ........................................................ 17

7. Measuring ................................................................... 21

2. Notes ............................................................................. 17

8. Changing the batteries ................................................ 24

3. Unit description ............................................................. 19

9. Storage and maintenance ........................................... 25

4. Initial use ....................................................................... 20

10. Disposal ...................................................................... 26

5. Setting the device ......................................................... 20

11. Technical data ............................................................. 26

6. What you should know about using

12. Trouble-shooting ......................................................... 28

this thermometer ........................................................... 21

Included in delivery

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Thermometer

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2 x 1.5 V AAA batteries, LR03

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These instructions for use

Please read these instructions for use carefully and keep them for later use, be sure to make them accessible to other

users and observe the information they contain.

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1. Signs and symbols

The following symbols appear in these instructions.

Warning Warning instruction indicating a risk of injury or damage to health

Important Safety note indicating possible damage to the unit/accessory

Note Note on important information

2. Notes

Safety notes

Warning:

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To measure temperature, insert the sensor tip of the thermometer carefully into the ear.

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Use of the thermometer on dierent persons can be inappropriate in the event of certain acute infectious

diseases because of the possible spread of germs despite cleaning and disinfection. If you have any doubts,

please consult your doctor.

Notes on handling batteries

Warning:

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Swallowing batteries can be extremely dangerous. Keep batteries out of the reach of small children. Should a

battery be swallowed, seek medical assistance immediately.

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Batteries must not be recharged or reactivated by any other means, taken apart, thrown into an open re or

short circuited.

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Batteries can contain toxins that are harmful to health and the environment. Always dispose of batteries in

accordance with applicable legal regulations. Do not dispose of batteries with the normal household waste.

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Important:

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Replace weak batteries before they discharge completely.

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Leaking batteries may damage the device. If you do not intend to use the device for longer periods, remove the

batteries from the battery compartment.

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If a battery has leaked, put on protective gloves and clean the battery compartment with a dry cloth.

General notes

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Please read these instructions for use carefully and keep them for later use, be sure to make them accessible

to other users and observe the information they contain.

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This thermometer is a sensitive electronic device. Handle it with care and do not subject it to any mechanical

impacts.

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Do not expose the device to direct sunlight.

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Check before each use that the lens is intact. If it is damaged, please contact your retailer or the service

address.

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The thermometer is NOT waterproof. For this reason, direct contact with water or other liquids should be

avoided.

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This device ist not intended for commercial or clinical use.

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The FT65 thermometer is only designed for the measuring area on the human body stated in the instructions

for use.

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The device is only intended for the purpose stated in these instructions for use.

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After each use, clean the measuring tip with a soft cloth moistened with disinfectant.

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The thermometer has been designed for practical use, but is not a substitute for a visit to the doctor.

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Before each repair query, rst check the batteries and replace them if necessary.

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Repairs must only be carried out by authorised service centres, otherwise the guarantee is invalidated.

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This device complies with the EU Directive 93/42/EC concerning medical products, the Medizinproduktegesetz

(German Medical Devices Act), the ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials) E 1965 - 98 and the

European Standard EN 12470-5: Clinical thermometers – Part 5: Requirements for infrared ear thermometers

(with maximum device) and the European Standard EN60601-1-2, and is subject to particular precautions with

regard to electromagnetic compatibility. Please note that portable and mobile HF communication systems may

interfere with this unit. More details can be requested from the stated Customer Service address or found at

the end of the instructions for use.

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If you should have any questions about using our devices, please contact either your retailer or customer

services.

3. Unit description

Overview

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32 4 5 6

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1 Forehead/cover cap

2 Forehead thermometer mode button

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Forehead

3 Ear thermometer mode/on button

6 LCD

7 Sensor tip with lens (cover cap removed)

Ear /

8 Memory button

4 LED (red) (high temperature alarm)

9 Set button

5 LED (green)

10 Battery compartment lid