Beurer FT 78: 10. Disposal 8. Replacing the battery 11. What if there are error messages? 9. Cleaning and storage

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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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