Beurer FT 78: ENGLISH
ENGLISH: Beurer FT 78
ENGLISH
Read these instructions for use carefully and keep them for
Dear customer,
later use, be sure to make them accessible to other users
Thank you for choosing one of our products. Our name stands for high-
and observe the information they contain.
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 infor-
mation they contain.
Table of contents
With kind regards,
Your Beurer team
1. Signs and symbols .................................................................... 12
2. Intended use .............................................................................. 12
Included in delivery
3. Notes .......................................................................................... 12
Check that the delivery has not been tampered with and make sure that
4. Unit description ......................................................................... 14
all components are present. Before use, ensure that there is no visible
damage to the device or accessories and that all packaging material has
5. Initial use .................................................................................... 14
been removed. If you have any doubts, do not use the device and contact
6. Settings ...................................................................................... 14
your retailer or the specied Customer Services address.
6.1 Switching the acoustic signals on and o ............................. 14
6.2 Switching temperature unit (Celsius °C -> Fahrenheit °F) ..... 14
1 x ear thermometer
6.3 Memory function ................................................................... 14
1 x button cell battery (CR2032)
7. Measuring .................................................................................. 15
6 x protective cap
1 x set of instructions for use
8. Replacing the battery ................................................................ 16
9. Cleaning and storage ................................................................ 16
10. Disposal ..................................................................................... 16
11. What if there are error messages? .......................................... 16
12. Technical data ............................................................................ 17
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1. Signs and symbols
2. Intended use
The following symbols appear in these instructions for use and on the
The ear thermometer is only intended for measuring the body tempera-
device:
ture in the ear. Do not use the ear thermometer for measurements in
other parts of the body.
WARNING
Warning notice indicating a risk of injury or damage to health.
The ear thermometer has been carefully developed for precise, safe and
rapid temperature measurements in the ear. It is a non-invasive ear ther-
IMPORTANT
mometer with an infra-red detector to determine the body temperature
in the auditory canal of adults and children.
Safety note indicating possible damage to the unit/accessory.
Use the device for the intended purpose only and in the manner specied
Note
in these instructions for use. Any form of improper use can be danger-
Note on important information.
ous. The manufacturer is not liable for damage resulting from improper
or careless use.
The quality of the device has been veried and conforms to the require-
Observe the instructions for use
ments of Council Directive 93/42/EEC (Medical Devices Directive) Annex I,
Essential requirements, and the corresponding harmonised standards.
EN 12470-5: 2003 Clinical thermometers – Part 5: Performance of infra-
red ear thermometers (with maximum device).
Application part, type BF
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.
Disposal in accordance with the Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment EC Directive – WEEE
3. Notes
The CE labelling certies that the product complies
Safety notes
with the essential requirements of Directive 93/42/EEC
on medical products.
WARNING
•
To measure temperature, insert the sensor tip of the ear thermometer
Manufacturer
carefully into the ear.
•
Use of the thermometer on dierent persons can be inappropriate in
IP 22, protection against harmful ingress of water
the event of certain acute infectious diseases because of the possible
IP 22
and dust
spread of germs despite cleaning and disinfection. If you have any
doubts, please consult your doctor.
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Notes on handling batteries
•
The ear thermometer has been designed for practical use, but is not
a substitute for a visit to the doctor.
WARNING
•
The FT 78 ear thermometer is only designed for the measuring area
on the human body stated in the instructions for use.
•
If your skin or eyes come into contact with battery uid, ush out
•
The device is only intended for the purpose stated in these instruc-
the aected areas with plenty of water and seek medical assistance.
tions for use.
•
Danger of being swallowed. Small children may swallow and choke
•
After each use, clean the measuring probe with a soft cloth moistened
on batteries. Store the batteries out of the reach of small children.
with disinfectant.
•
Batteries must not be recharged, taken apart, thrown into an open
•
Before each repair query, rst check the batteries and replace them
re or short circuited.
if necessary.
•
Batteries can contain toxins that are harmful to health and the envi-
•
Repairs must only be carried out by authorised service centres, oth-
ronment. Always dispose of batteries in accordance with applicable
erwise the guarantee is invalidated.
legal regulations. Do not dispose of batteries with the normal house-
hold waste.
•
Observe the plus (+) and minus (-) polarity signs.
WARNING
•
Replace weak batteries before they discharge completely.
•
Leaking batteries may damage the device. If you do not intend to use
•
The body temperature measured in the ear may dier from other meas-
the device for longer periods, remove the batteries from the battery
urements taken in the mouth, rectum or armpits. Any comparison of
compartment.
these values is therefore impractical. Measure temperature regularly
•
If a battery has leaked, put on protective gloves and clean the battery
to calculate the normal ear temperature and then use these measure-
compartment with a dry cloth.
ments as a basis for comparison when taking measurements in the
•
Always replace all batteries at the same time.
event of a suspected high temperature.
•
Do not use rechargeable batteries.
•
This thermometer is intended for measuring the temperature in the
•
Do not disassemble, split or crush the batteries.
ear. Do not use this thermometer for measurements in other parts
of the body.
General notes
•
Replace the protective cover after each use to ensure an accurate
measurement and prevent cross contamination.
Note
•
The thermometer may only be used with protective caps from Beurer;
other protective caps may result in faulty measurements. If you have
•
This ear thermometer is a sensitive electronic device. Handle it with
run out of protective caps, contact the manufacturer or retailer for
care and do not subject it to any mechanical impacts.
replacements.
•
The ear thermometer is NOT waterproof. Keep it dry, and avoid contact
•
Consult a doctor if you believe your medical condition to be poor.
with moisture, liquids, direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity
and high dust concentrations.
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IMPORTANT
5. Initial use
•
The device is not shockproof. Do not allow it to be dropped and pre-
The batteries are already inserted in all new devic-
vent any high impact stress on the device.
es. Before rst use, remove the protruding plastic
•
Avoid bending the device.
insulating strip from the battery compartment. The
•
Do not take the device apart and do not modify it in any way.
ear thermometer will then switch on automatically.
•
If this device is used according to the instructions for use, it is not
necessary to recalibrate it regularly. If you still have any questions,
please take the complete device to the retailer.
6. Settings
4. Unit description
6.1 Switching the acoustic signals on and o
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1 2 3 4
1. Ensure that the device is switched o .
2.
Press and hold the start button ( ) and then press the ON/OFF/
memory button ( ), until “°C” appears on the LCD display.
3. To switch the acoustic signals on or o , press the ON/OFF/memory
button (
) .
4. Repeat these steps to switch the acoustic signals on or o .
6.2 Switching temperature unit (Celsius °C -> Fahrenheit °F)
1. Ensure that the device is switched o .
2.
Press and hold the start button ( ) and then press the ON/OFF/
memory button ( ), until “°C” appears on the LCD display.
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3. Press the start button (
) to switch from °C to °F.
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4.
You can switch the LCD display from “°F” to “°C” using the same
1 Protective cap
1 Measurement symbol
process.
2 LCD display
2 Ear symbol
3 ON/OFF/memory button (
)
3 Battery symbol
6.3 Memory function
4 Battery compartment
4 Temperature unit (°C or °F)
There are a total of 9 memory groups for body temperature measure-
5 Start button (
)
5 Temperature display
ment. If the measurement values of the ear thermometer are in the range
between 34 °C and 42.2 °C (93.2 °F – 108.0 °F), the ear thermometer
If the measurement symbol (
) and the ear symbol ( ) are visible on
switches o and the latest measurement data in stored in the memory.
the LCD display, the device is ready to take a measurement.
•
Press the ON/OFF/Memory button ( ) again to display the stored
If (
) is shown on the LCD display, the batteries need to be replaced.
temperature.
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Starting measurement
7. Measuring
1.
Twist a clean protective cap onto the device until you
feel and hear it click rmly into place.
Note
Check before each use that the lens is intact. If it is damaged, contact
your retailer or the service address.
2. Press the ON/OFF/memory button to switch on the
Bear in mind that the ear thermometer needs to have been in the room
device (
).
in which the measurement is taken for at least 30 minutes before use.
WARNING
•
Some people produce di erent readings in their left and right ear.
3. As the ear canal is slightly curved, you have to pull
In order to record temperature changes, always measure a person’s
the ear slightly up and backwards before inserting
temperature in the same ear.
the sensor tip. This is important so that the tip of the
•
The ear thermometer may be used by children only under adult su-
protective cap can be pointed directly at the eardrum.
pervision. Measurement is usually possible over the age of 6 months.
In infants under 6 months, the ear canal is still very narrow so the
4. Insert the tip of the protective cap carefully and press the start but-
temperature of the eardrum often cannot be recorded and the result
ton for 1 second (
). Release the start button ( ). The end of the
displayed is often too low.
measuring time is signalled with a short beep and the measured value
•
The measurement must not be taken in an ear a ected by in ammatory
appears on the LCD display. If the measured temperature is above
diseases (e.g. discharging pus or secretion), after possible ear injuries
37.5 °C (99.5 °F), the display ashes and four short acoustic signals
(e.g. eardrum damage) or in the healing period after operative proce-
are emitted. If the measured temperature is above 42.2 °C (108 °F),
dures. In all of these cases, please consult your doctor.
“Hi” appears on the LCD display and four short acoustic signals are
•
Use of the thermometer on di erent persons can be inappropriate in
emitted.
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.
Note
•
This ear thermometer may only be used with the protective cap in place.
•
If you have been lying on one ear for some time, the temperature is
If you keep getting di erent measurement results, you should measure
slightly raised. Wait a little while or measure in the other ear.
the temperature in the test mode.
•
As ear wax can a ect the measurement, you should clean the ear
To measure the temperature in the test mode proceed as follows:
before measuring if necessary.
•
During the measurement hold down the start button ( ) for three
seconds.
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•
Twist the measuring probe from side to side while taking the meas-
To clean the entire device, use a soft cloth slightly moistened with a
urement to register the whole auditory canal or nd the highest tem-
mild soapy solution.
perature. Release the start button ( ) again when you hear a long
Do not use any harsh cleaning products.
acoustic signal. The measurement is complete.
If prolonged storage is intended, you should remove the batteries.
The device must not be stored or used at an excessively high or low
5.
For the next measurement, remove the old protective cap and put
temperature or humidity (see technical data), in sunlight, in association
on a new one.
with an electrical current or in dusty locations. Otherwise inaccuracies
6. To switch the device o again, press and hold the ON/OFF/memory
can occur.
button ( ) for approx. three seconds. If you do not press a button
on the device for over one minute it will automatically switch o .
10. Disposal
7. Clean the device after every use as described in the “Cleaning and
storage” chapter.
The empty, completely at batteries should be disposed of through spe-
cially designated collection boxes, recycling points or electronics retail-
8. Replacing the battery
ers. You are legally required to dispose of the batteries.
Note: The codes below are printed on batteries containing
Before replacing the battery, ensure that the device is switched o .
harmful substances: Pb = Battery contains lead,
Cd = Battery contains cadmium, Hg = Battery contains
1. Open the battery compartment lid: Hold the device
mercury.
rmly and slide the battery out using a screwdriver.
2.
Place the new battery under the metal ap and press
Dispose of the device in accordance with EC Directive –
the battery down until you hear it click into place.
WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment). If you
3. Place the battery compartment lid back on.
have any questions, please contact the local authorities
4. When inserting the battery, ensure that the positive
responsible for waste disposal.
terminal (+) is facing upwards and the negative terminal (-) is facing
downwards.
11. What if there are error messages?
9. Cleaning and storage
Error message Cause Solution
The measuring probe is the most sensitive part of the ear
The ambient tem-
Keep the ear thermometer
thermometer. Work carefully when cleaning the meas-
perature is not between
for at least 30 minutes in a
uring probe to avoid causing any damage. Use a clean
10 °C and 40 °C (50 °F
room at between 10 °C and
cloth or cotton bud that can be moistened with disin-
and 104 °F).
40 °C (50 °F and 104 °F).
fectant, alcohol or warm water.
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Error message Cause Solution
12. Technical data
Take out the battery, wait
for one minute and then
The device is not work-
Temperature range 34.0 – 42.2 °C (93.2 – 108.0 °F)
reinsert the battery. If the
ing properly.
message is shown again,
Measurement accuracy
In the measurement range of 35.0 to
contact your retailer.
42.2 °C (95.0 to 108.0 °F): +/-0.2 °C (0.4 °F),
in other indicating ranges: +/-0.3 °C (0.5 °F)
The device cannot be
Operating temperature
10 – 40 °C (50 – 104 °F), humidity ≤ 95%;
switched on and will
Insert a new battery.
range
700 – 1060hPa
not switch to standby.
Storage temperature range -25 – 55 °C (-13 – 131 °F), humidity ≤95%;
700 – 1060hPa
Check whether the protec-
The measured tem-
tive cover for the measur-
Memory 9 memory spaces
perature is over 42.2 °C
ing probe is damaged and
Display resolution 0.1
(108.0 °F).
take a new temperature
measurement.
Battery 1 x 3V CR2032 battery
Check whether the protec-
Weight 72 g including battery
The measured tem-
tive cover for the measur-
perature is under 34 °C
ing probe is clean and take
Dimensions 153 x 42 x 35 mm
(93.2 °F).
a new temperature meas-
Protective cap 6 pcs
urement.
Automatic switch-o 60 seconds
Battery low; further
measurements are not
Replace the battery.
Battery operating life 3,000 measurements in succession or one
possible.
year with one to two measurements per
day, including standby mode.
Depleted battery: if
Safety classi cation
Connected medical device of type
the battery symbol is
BF
shown constantly, no
Replace the battery.
Clinical reproducibility 0.08 °C (< 1 year old), 0.10 °C (1 – 5 years
more measurements
old), 0.07 °C (>5 years old)
are possible.
IP classi cation IP 22, protection against harmful ingress of
If you cannot nd a solution to your problem here, contact our Cus-
water and dust
tomer Services.
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