User Manual Omron MC-245 Digital Thermometer

• Owner's manual - (English, Chinese)

Table of contents

• IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES
• SWITCHING BETWEEN FAHRENHEIT/CENTIGRADE (CELSIUS)
• TAKING THE TEMPERATURE
• DISPLAYING THE LAST TEMPERATURE
• CORRECT MEASUREMENT
• CARE AND MAINTENANCE
• ERROR DISPLAYS
• TROUBLESHOOTING

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES

To assure the correct use of the product basic safety, measures should always be followed including the precautions listed below.

WARNING

• A high or prolonged fever requires medical attention, especially for young children. Please contact your doctor.
• Carefully read and follow the enclosed instructions to ensure accurate temperature readings. Note that temperature readings are affected by many factors including physical exertion, the drinking of hot or cold beverages before measurement, as well as measuring technique.
• Please keep still during measurement.
• The use of temperature readings for self-diagnosis is dangerous. Consult with your doctor for the interpretation of results. Self-diagnosis may lead to the worsening of existing disease conditions.
• This thermometer is used for taking temperatures through oral, rectal or underarm. Do not attempt to take temperatures at other sites, such as in the ear, as it may result in false readings and may lead to injury.
• Store the thermometer out of the reach of children. Do not allow children to take their temperatures unattended. Children may injure themselves when attempting to take temperatures without supervision.
• Do not attempt measurements when the thermometer is wet as inaccurate readings may result.

CAUTION

• Do not bite on the thermometer. Doing so may lead to breakage and/or injury.
• Do not share the thermometer among individuals.
• Do not attempt to disassemble or repair the thermometer. Doing so may result in inaccurate readings.
• Do not use mobile phones near the thermometer.
• Do not use the thermometer in places where strong static electricity or electromagnetic fields are present. Doing so may lead to inaccurate readings and may contribute to instrument failure.
• Do not force the thermometer into the rectum. Stop insertion and abort the measurement when pain is present. Failure to do so may lead to injury.
• Do not attempt rectal measurements on persons with rectal disorders. Doing so may aggravate or worsen the disorder.
• Do not step on the unit or the hard case.
• Do not attempt to disinfect the sensing section of the thermometer by immersing in alcohol or in hot water (water over 50°C).

GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

• Do not use the thermometer to measure anything other than human body temperatures.
• Do not drop the thermometer and protective case or expose them to shock or vibration.
• Do not store the thermometer in the protective case when it is damp. Wipe it off with a dry cloth first.
• Avoid taking the temperature until after 30 minutes has lapsed after exercise, bathing or eating/drinking.

SWITCHING BETWEEN FAHRENHEIT/CENTIGRADE (CELSIUS)

Press the button for 7 seconds until a beep is emitted. The display will change to the other measurement scale at the time when the beep sounds.

All of the display symbols appear.

The thermometer will automatically switch itself off.

TAKING THE TEMPERATURE

1. Press the button.

A default temperature 37.0°C (98.6°F) is shown up on display.

NOTE: When a temperature other than 37.0°C (98.6°F) is displayed, please refer to the “TROUBLESHOOTING” section for details to correct the problem.

2. Apply the thermometer to the measurement site. Use the oral, rectal or underarm site for measurement.

NOTE: Even if the “L” indicator fails to display (when only the temperature is displayed), this is not an error. So the temperature may be taken as is.

3. When the reading is ready, the thermometer will emit a [beep-beep-beep] sound three times. Remove the thermometer from the measurement site and read the result.

All of the display symbols appear.

The most recently measured temperature is displayed together with the M indicator.

Waiting for use.

When the [°C (°F)] indicator symbol blinks, the thermometer is ready for use.

Temperature measurement will commence and the [°C (°F)] indicator symbol will blink.

The [°C (°F)] indicator symbol will stop blinking and stay on when the reading is ready

BUZZER NOTIFICATION TIMING

Oral : approx. 80 seconds

Rectal : approx. 60 seconds

Underarm : approx. 2 minutes

NOTES:

• The buzzer notification timing is based on an environmental temperature of 23 degrees without the probe cover.
• There will be individual differences in the measurement results.

4. Turn off the thermometer and store it in the protective case.

NOTES:

• The reading will automatically be stored in memory.
• Although the thermometer will automatically switch itself off 30 minutes after use or after 3 minutes when it has not been used; it should be turned off manually to conserve the battery.

DISPLAYING THE LAST TEMPERATURE

Press the button to display the temperature that was measured most recently. For details, please refer to the “TAKING THE TEMPERATURE” section.

CORRECT MEASUREMENT

Measurement accuracy cannot be assured when the method used to measure the temperature is incorrect.

ORAL USE (for ages 4 and older):

The mouth should remain closed up to 5 minutes before attempting a reading.

• Place the thermometer in the mouth under the tongue so that it rests to the left or right of the root of the tongue.
• Use downward tongue pressure to hold the thermometer in place.
• Hold the thermometer to keep it from sliding around in the mouth.

RECTAL USE:

• Commonly used for young children when it is difficult to take an oral or underarm temperature.
• Lubricate with a water-soluble gel. Do not use petroleum jelly.
• Gently insert the probe tip no more than 1.3 cm into the rectum. Do not force the tip into the rectum if resistance is encountered.
• Disinfect the thermometer after use.

UNDERARM (AXILLARY) USE:

• Place the probe tip in the center of the armpit.

• Lock the probe tip under the arm, using the arm to slightly apply pressure inwards.

• In the case of infants and very young children, gently hold the arm to prevent movement.

INCORRECT MEASUREMENTS

• Taking the temperature immediately after exercising, bathing, eating or drinking will result in an incorrect measurement.

Correct: Wait at least 30 minutes before taking the temperature.

• Taking the temperature after moving around.

Correct: Take the temperature immediately after waking up or wait for at least 30 minutes after moving around.

• Moving around after awakening increases the body temperature.

- Only applies when taking underarm temperatures -

The following may result in incorrect measurements.

• Heavy underarm perspiration
• Taking the temperature after being under the blankets for a long time.

Correct: Wipe off any underarm perspiration before taking the temperature.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Keep the thermometer clean.

• Do not use strong jets of water to clean the thermometer or leave it immersed in water for long periods of time.
• Wipe the thermometer with a soft clean cloth.
• When using alcohol to clean the thermometer, make sure that it does not come into contact with the indicator section.
• For stubborn stains, wipe the thermometer with a cloth that has been dampened with water or a neutral detergent solution and then wring thoroughly. Finish by wiping with a soft dry cloth.
• Observe the following to prevent damage to the thermometer.
  • Do not use benzene, thinner, gasoline or other strong solvents to clean the thermometer.
  • Do not soak the sensing section in alcohol for long periods of time or attempt to sterilize it using hot water (water at a temperature of 50°C (122°F) or higher).
  • Do not use ultrasonic washing to clean the thermometer.

Store the thermometer in its protective case.

• Do not store the thermometer in the following types of places. Doing so may damage the thermometer.
  • Wet locations.
  • Locations with high heat and humidity or those that are exposed to direct sunlight. Areas close to heating equipment, dusty locations, or environments where there are high salt concentrations in the air.
  • Locations where the unit will be subjected to leaning, shock or vibration.
  • Pharmaceutical storage areas or locations where corrosive gases are present.

ERROR DISPLAYS

INDICATOR	CAUSE	REMEDY
	Displayed when the temperature of the sensing section is less than 32°C (89.6°F).	This is not an error so it may be ignored and the temperature taken.
	Displayed when the temperature of the sensing section is greater than 42°C (107.6°F).	Cool the sensing section and then take the temperature.
Temperature Displayed	Displayed when the surrounding temperature exceeds 32°C (89.6°F).	This is not an error, so the temperature may be taken as is.

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM	CAUSE	CORRECTION
Wide differences in readings	• The temperature sensing part of the thermometer is being placed at a different location for each reading. • The thermometer is moved while the temperature is being taken. • The mouth is kept open while the measurement is in progress.	Check to see that the thermometer is being placed at the location as described in the “CORRECT MEASUREMENT” section.
Nothing appears in the display section when the power switch is pressed.	The battery is depleted.	Check to see if appears in the display section. Consult your local authorities and follow their instructions for the disposal of batteries and/or the thermometer.
[37.0°C (98.6°F)] is not displayed during the measurement preparation period.	A temperature from [36.9°C (98.4°F)] to [37.1°C (98.8°F)] is displayed.	The thermometer may be used as it is.
	A temperature other than that in the range from [36.9°C (98.4°F)] to [37.1°C (98.8°F)] is displayed, even	Please contact your nearest authorized OMRON dealer.