5. Using the Thermometer. Huntleigh IRT10, SC300

5. Using the Thermometer

The Thermometer must be calibrated at least once every two years, contact your service personnel when calibration is necessary

Use only speci fi ed protective lens covers

The protective lens cover is single-use. Repeated use might give rise to cross infection.

The protective lens cover must be used when measuring, if not, it might cause cross infection or inaccurate readings.

Before use, check whether the cover is free from damage, if not, don’t use.

Handle the thermometer with care, it should be stored in the cradle when not in use.

Discard the protective lens cover in accordance with the local regulations.

During the monitoring process, the temperature measuring instrument will automatically check itself once per hour. Self-checking will last 2 seconds, and will not affect the normal working of the temperature monitor.

Measurments are sent via a wireless connection established between the thermometer and the main unit.

Both items (Thermometer and unit) must be paired to enable data transfer.

5.1 Temperature Measurement

1. Install a new protective lens cover to the thermometer.

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3. Position the patient with their head moved to one side, gently pull the ear backward to straighten the ear canal. Gently place the sensor into the ear canal.

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4. Press the START button once, the sensor will sound a quick double beep indicating that its ready to measure.

Press the START button once again and after a short period, the sensor will sound a long single tone indicating that the measurement is complete.

5. Remove the thermometer.

6. The measurement will be shown on the thermometer’s screen, it will be automatically transferred to the monitor.

Thermometer display

Monitor display

7. Press the eject key to remove the disposable lens cover.

8. Place the lens cover in the appropriate waste collection point and place the thermometer onto the unit