Safety & Warnings
Read the following precautions carefully before using the thermometer:
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Do not force the probe of the thermometer into an ear canal, otherwise, the ear canal may get injured. |
Keep the thermometer out of reach of children. |
The result may be inaccurate if you use the overdue thermometer. |
The thermometer is not intended to diagnose or treat any health problem or disease. The measurement results are for reference only. |
It is dangerous to make a self-diagnosis or self-treatment based on the obtained measurement results. |
For such purposes, please consult a doctor. |
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Security Class
- Degree of protection against electric shock:
Type BF (Body Floating) applied part.
- Degree of protection against ingress of water: IPX0
- No application parts of the thermometer prevent a defibrillation charge effect.
- No application parts of the thermometer output signal.
Overview
1 | LCD display screen |
2 | Power button/Measure button |
3 | Adult mode/Child mode |
4 | Mode button (Forehead/Ear/Object) |
5 | Probe (Take off the cover when measuring the ear temperature) |
6 | Probe cover (Put the cover on when measuring the forehead temperature) |
7 | Unit switch button(°C/°F) |
8 | Memory button/Sound switch |
9 | Battery cover |
Display Description
1 | Object temperature mode |
2 | Adult forehead temperature mode |
3 | Child mode |
4 | Ear temperature mode |
5 | Mute/un-mute |
6 | Temperature unit (°C/°F) |
7 | Low battery |
8 | Memory recall |
9 | Temperature value |
Symbols
Symbols | Description |
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Type BF applied part. |
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Attention must be paid. |
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The action is prohibited. |
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Information about the manufacturer. |
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Date of manufacture. |
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Consult the instructions for use. |
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This product complies with the MDD93/42/EEC requirements. |
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Waste electrical materials should be sent to a dedicated collection point for recycling. |
IPX0 | Degree of protection against the Ingress of water. |
Warning |
Personal injury or damage to the thermometer may occur if the thermometer is not used correctly. |
Attention |
Inaccurate reading or damage to the thermometer may occur if the thermometer is not used correctly. |
Body Temperature (Basic)
Generally, you can measure the body temperature on the forehead, in the ear canal, under the armpit, in the mouth or in the anus. The temperature measured at different parts of the body may differ slightly.
Body Part | Normal Temperature Range |
Forehead | 36.1°C - 37.5°C / 97.0°F - 99.5°F |
Ear canal | 35.8°C - 38.0°C / 96.4°F - 100.4°F |
Mouth | 35.5°C - 37.5°C / 95.9°F - 99.5°F |
Armpit | 34.7°C - 37.3°C / 94.5°F - 99.1°F |
Anus | 36.6°C - 38.0°C / 97.9°F - 100.4°F |
The normal body temperature range slightly varies with age and gender. Generally, newborns or children have higher body temperature than adults and adults have higher body temperature than the elderly. Women’s body temperatures are approximately 0.3°C higher than men’s.
Variation in Body Temperature
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Normal body temperature varies by the time of day and is also affected by external factors. The body temperature of an individual is the lowest between 2:00 a.m. and 4:00 a.m., and the highest between 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. An individual’s body temperature typically changes by less than 1°C each day. |
Product Description
1. Overview
Infrared Thermometer measures the body temperature based on the infrared energy emitted from the eardrum or the forehead. Users can quickly get measurement results after properly positioning the probe in the ear canal or forehead. It can also be used to measure the surface temperature of milk and water.
2. Structure
The thermometer consists of a shell, an LCD, a measure button, a beeper, an infrared temperature sensor and a microprocessor.
3. Operating Principle
The infrared temperature sensor collects infrared energy emitted by the eardrum or the skin surface. After being focused by a lens, the energy is converted into a temperature reading by the thermopiles and measurement circuits.
4. Intended Use
The thermometer is intended for the measurement of human body temperatures. The forehead mode is indicated for use by people of all ages and the eardrum mode is indicated for use by people above three months old.
5. Contraindications
Do not use the thermometer in the ear if the ear is infected with otitis or suppuration.
Sounds and Backlight Colour Instructions
Range | Sounds | Backlight |
Forehead temperature (Adult/Child) | ||
35.0°C-37.5°C/ 95.0°F-99.5°F |
A long beep | Orange |
37.6°C -42.2°C / 99.6°F -108.0°F |
3 short double beeps | Red |
Ear temperature | ||
35.0°C -37.5°C / 95.0°F -99.5°F |
A long beep | Orange |
37.6°C -42.0°C / 99.6°F -107.6°F |
3 short double beeps | Red |
Object temperature | ||
0°C -100°C /32.0°F -212°F | A long beep | Orange |
Note: When the forehead and the ear temperature is between 35.0°C/95.0°F and 37.5°C/99.5°F, there will be a long beep and a red backlight. This indicates that your body temperature is normal.
When the forehead temperature is between 37.6°C/99.6°F and 42.2°C/108.0°F and the ear temperature is between 37.6°C/99.6°F and 42.0°C/107.6°F, there will be 3 short double beeps and a red backlight. This indicates that your body temperature is a little high. You may have a fever. Please consult your doctor if you are not sure.
Operation
Screen Display |
Operating Instructions Displayed State |
Sound and Backlight Colour |
Measuring Ear Temperature (Adult / Child) | ||
Ear temperature for an adult Ear temperature for a child |
Take off the probe cover, press and release the Power button for 1 second to power on the thermometer. Press the Mode button and the thermometer enters the Ear mode. The symbol " Switch to the adult or child measurement mode by dialling the side adult/child switcher according to your measurement needs. Insert the probe into a proper position in the ear canal. Press the Measure button to start the measurement. |
See the table in the “Sounds and Backlight Colour Instructions” section. |
Measuring Forehead Temperature (Adult / Child) | ||
Forehead temperature for an adult Forehead temperature for a child |
Put the cover on the probe, press and release the Power button for 1 second to power on the thermometer. Press the Mode button, the thermometer enters the Forehead mode. The “Head” symbol Switch to the adult or child measurement mode by dialling the side adult/child switcher according to your measurement needs. Point the thermometer to the sides of the forehead approx. 1-3cm away from the skin surface. Press and release the Measure button. The temperature will be displayed on the screen. |
See the table in the "Sounds and BacklightColour Instructions" section. |
Measuring Object Temperature | ||
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Press and release the Power button for 1 second to power on the thermometer. Then press the Mode button. The thermometer enters the Object mode. The “House” symbol Point the thermometer to the center of the object. Press and release the Measure button. The temperature will be displayed on the screen. |
See the table in the "Sounds and Backlight Colour Instructions" section |
Out of the Measuring Range Display | ||
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In Ear mode, a temperature reading of more than 42.0ºC (107.6ºF). In Forehead mode, a temperature reading of more than 42.2ºC (108.0ºF). In Object mode, a temperature reading of more than 100ºC (212.0ºF). |
A long beep, the backlight is red. |
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In Ear mode, a temperature reading of less than 35.0ºC (95.0ºF). In Forehead mode, a temperature reading of less than 35.0ºC (95.0ºF). In Object mode, a temperature reading of less than 0ºC (32.0ºF). |
A long beep, the backlight is red. |
Recall 20 memories | ||
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When turned on, press the Memory button to enter the memory mode. When the Memory button is released, 01 will be shown, followed by the recorded reading. Press the Memory button again for the next recorded data. 02 will be shown, followed by the recorded reading. A maximum of 20 temperature readings can be recalled. When the maximum number of records is exceeded, the oldest memory data will be overwritten. Note: 1 represents the newest data. |
Silent, the backlight is orange. |
No memory data / Clear memory data | ||
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When the memory data is queried and when there is no memory data under the current number, the display is as shown. Remove and reinstall the batteries to clear all memory data. |
When the power is turned back on, there’s a long beep, the backlight is orange and then turns red. |
Switching between mute and un-mute | ||
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In the powered-on state, press and hold the sound switch button for about 2 seconds to switch the sound on or off. When the sound is turned on, it will beep once, and the mute symbol will be displayed when the sound is off. The symbol |
When the sound is turned on, it sounds a long beep and the backlight is orange. |
Switching between object temperature and body temperature. | ||
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Press the Mode button to switch between object temperature and body temperature. Body temperature measures the Forehead temperature and Ear temperature. |
Silent, the backlight is orange. |
Switching between ºF/ºC |
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When turned off, remove the battery cover and toggle the °C/°F unit in the battery compartment. Toggle switch for °C upwards and toggle the switch downwards for°F. |
Silent |
Error information & low battery | ||
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The ambient temperature is higher than 40.0ºC (104.0ºF) or lower than 10.0ºC (50.0ºF). | A long beep, the backlight is red. |
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An error occurs when data is being read from or written to the memory, or the temperature correction is not complete. | A long beep, the backlight is red. |
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When the battery voltage is lower than 2.5V ± 0.1V, the low battery symbol will appear on the display. Please replace the batteries. | Silent |
Measuring Ear Temperature
1. When using the thermometer for the first time, remove the battery insulating piece.
2. Take the probe cover off from the thermometer before measuring the ear temperature.
3. Press the Power button to power on the thermometer.
4. Press the Mode button, the thermometer enters the Ear mode. The "Ear" symbol is displayed on the screen.
5. When measuring an adult, ensure "adult" mode is selected. When measuring children, ensure“child” mode is selected. The corresponding symbol is displayed on the screen.
6. Insert the probe into the ear canal.
7. Press and release the Measure button. The ear temperature reading will be displayed on the screen instantly.
8. If no activity is detected, the thermometer will power off automatically in 10 seconds.
Note:
Children under 1 year: Gently pull the ear straight back.
Children aged 1 year to adult: Gently pull the ear up and back.
When taking the temperature on an adult, gently pull the ear up and back to make sure the ear canal is straight, so that the probe can receive an infrared ray from the eardrum.
Be careful when taking the temperature of a child, whose ear canal is small.
Measuring Forehead Temperature
1. Put the cover on the probe of the thermometer.
2. Press the Power button to power on the thermometer.
3. Press the Mode button, the thermometer enters the Forehead mode. The “Head” symbol is displayed on the screen.
4. When measuring adults, ensure “adult” mode is selected. When measuring children, ensure “child” mode is selected. The corresponding symbol is displayed on the screen.
5. Point the thermometer probe to the center of the forehead, approx. 1-3cm away from the skin surface.
6. Press and release the Measure button for 1 second. The temperature reading will be displayed on the screen instantly.
7. If no activity is detected, the thermometer will power off automatically in 10 seconds.
Measuring Object Temperature
- Put the cover on the probe of thermometer.
- Press the Power button to power on the thermometer.
- Press the Mode button, the thermometer enters the Object mode. The “House” symbol is displayed on the screen.
- Point the thermometer probe to the center of the object, approx. 1-3cm away from the object surface.
- Press and release the Measure button for 1 second. The temperature reading will be displayed on the screen instantly.
- If no activity is detected, the thermometer will power off automatically in 10 seconds.
After a Measurement
- After each measurement, you can enter the recall mode and query earlier temperature readings. For more details, see “Recall 20 memories” in the preceding tables.
- After each measurement, clean the probe with a soft cloth and put the thermometer in a dry and well-ventilated place.
It is dangerous to make a self-diagnosis or self-treatment based on the obtained results. For such purposes, please consult a doctor.
Note
- The thermometer is suitable for an indoor environment without strong air convection (for example, winds from a fan, an air-conditioner or a heater) between the thermometer and the person.
- Make sure that the ear canal is clean and dry before starting a measurement. It is recommended to clean the ear canal with a cotton swab if any dirt exists. Otherwise, the probe may be polluted, and temperature readings may be inaccurate.
- Do not hold the thermometer for a long time, because it is sensitive to the ambient temperature.
- Make sure the sensor head is free of foreign matters before use.
- Make sure the forehead has no sweat and no hairs covering before measuring the forehead temperature; otherwise, the result could be incorrect.
- No intense emotion or strenuous exercises should be done before measuring as these naturally raise body temperature.
- After measuring the data once, you should wait for the backlight to turn off before measuring the next person or object.
Replacing Batteries
- Slide the battery cover off along the marked direction and take it off.
- Insert the two AAA batteries into the compartment according to the stated polarities.
Make sure that the batteries are installed correctly. Otherwise, the thermometer may be damaged.
If the low-battery symbol is displayed on the screen, replace the batteries.
Batteries of the same type should be used. Dispose of the used batteries in accordance with the local environmental policies.
The thermometer is shipped with batteries. First, open the battery cover and then remove the insulating piece before installing the batteries.
Cleaning & Maintenance
Recommended Detergents
- Medical detergents;
- Commercial mild detergents;
Cleaning Steps
- Take the batteries out before cleaning.
- Clean the probe with a soft cloth. Clean the lens of the probe with a cotton swab.
- Wipe the thermometer body with a slightly damp soft cloth.
Keep water out of the lens during the cleaning process. Otherwise, the lens may be damaged.
The lens may be scratched if it is cleaned with a hard object, which might result in inaccurate readings.
Do not clean the thermometer with corrosive cleaners. During the cleaning process, do not immerse any part of the thermometer into liquid or allow liquid to penetrate the thermometer.
Disinfection
Recommended Disinfectants
- Isopropyl alcohol solution (Concentration: 70%)
- Medicinal alcohol (Concentration: 75%)
- Sodium hypochlorite solution (Concentration: 3%)
Disinfecting Steps
- Wet the clean soft cloth with a small quantity of disinfectant, wipe the thermometer and quickly dry it.
- Disinfect the thermometer body and the area around the probe with a cloth slightly moistened with 75% medicinal alcohol.
Do not use hot steam or ultraviolet radiation for disinfection. Otherwise, the thermometer may be damaged or quickly aged.
It is recommended to disinfect the thermometer before and after each use. The disinfection time is 1 minute and the number of repetitions per disinfection should not be more than 2 times.
Clean and disinfect the thermometer under the temperature of +10°C ~+40°C(50°F -104°F), the relative humidity of 15%~85%RH (no condensation) and the barometric pressure of 86kPa~106kPa.
Maintenance
Preventive Inspection & Maintenance Period
- Ensure the safety of the thermometer and check whether it has potential safety hazards use each week, e.g. whether the lens is broken, the shell has cracks and the sensing head is polluted/dirty. Do not use the thermometer if there is a potential safety hazard. Clean the thermometer if it has not been used for a long time.
- After each use, clean the probe as described in the “Cleaning & Maintenance” section.
- Store the thermometer in a dry, dust-free and well-ventilated place. Make sure that the thermometer is not exposed to sunlight. Make sure that the storage and transportation environments meet the requirements.
- Check regularly whether safety risks exist.
- Remove the batteries if the thermometer will not be used for more than two months.
Storage & Transportation
The thermometer can be transported using regular transportation methods. Severe vibration, shock or rain must be avoided during transportation.
The thermometer must be packaged and stored in a well-ventilated room without corrosive gas.
The ambient temperature must be between -20°C and +55°C (-4°F - 131°F), the relative humidity must be lower than 95% (non-condensing)and the atmospheric pressure must be 50 - 106kPa.
Troubleshooting
Problem | Possible Cause | Solution |
The thermometer fails to power on. | Low battery | Change the batteries. |
Polarities of the batteries are reversed. | Make sure that the batteries are installed correctly. | |
The thermometer is damaged. | Contact Kogan.com Support. | |
“Er1” is displayed. | The ambient temperature is lower than 10°C (50.0°F) or higher than 40°C (104°F). | Take the measurement under an ambient temperature between 10°C (50.0°F) and 40°C (104°F). |
The temperature reading is lower than the typical body temperature range. | The lens of the temperature probe is dirty. | Clean the lens using a cotton swab. |
The probe is not aligned to the eardrum. | Re-position the probe so that it is aligned to the eardrum. | |
The thermometer is used within 30 minutes after being in a cold environment. | Wait for more than 30 minutes after the thermometer is moved into the measurement environment. | |
The temperature reading is higher than the typical body temperature range. | The temperature probe is damaged. | Contact Kogan.com Support. |
Specifications
Power supply mode | Internal power supply |
Operating voltage | DC 3V |
Battery model | AAA x 2 |
Operating mode | Continuous operating |
Display | Segment LCD |
Measure time | About 1 second |
Latency time | About 3 seconds |
Measuring range |
Forehead mode: 35.0°C - 42.2°C (95.0°F - 108.0°F) Ear mode: 35.0°C - 42.0°C (95.0°F - 107.6°F) Object mode: 0.0°C - 100.0°C (32.0°F - 212.0°F) |
Accuracy (Laboratory) |
Forehead mode: ±0.2°C (±0.4°F) Ear mode: ±0.2°C (±0.4°F) Object mode: ±1.0°C (±2.0°F) |
Resolution | 0.1°C (0.1°F) |
Memory | 20 temperature readings |
Low-battery alert | The low-battery symbol is displayed if the power voltage is less than 2.5 V± 0.1V |
Automatic power-off | The thermometer automatically powers off if it is not used within 10±1 seconds. |
Outer dimensions (mm) | 149.3x38.1x43.4mm |
Weight (g) | Thermometer (With batteries): 86.7 g |
Operating environment | Temperature: 10°C~ 40°C (50°F - 104°F) |
Humidity: 15% - 95% RH, non-condensing | |
Atmospheric pressure: 86 - 106kPa |
In the Box
No. | Name | Quality |
1 | Infrared Thermometer | 1 |
2 | Pouch | 1 |
3 | Battery (AAA) | 2 |
4 | Instruction Manual | 1 |