Braun IRT 3020 CO User Manual

IRT 3020 CO

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ThermoScan

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Type 6026

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Internet:

www.kaz.com/braun

Distributed by:
Kaz, Incorporated
Hudson,
New York 12534
USA

ThermoScan

6-026-360/00/VIII-07/G3
USA/CDN/MEX

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English

The Braun ThermoScan thermometer has been
carefully developed for accurate, safe and fast
temperature measurements in the ear. The shape
of the thermometer probe prevents it from being
inserted too far into the ear canal and hurting the
eardrum.

However, as with any thermometer,
proper technique is very important
to obtaining accurate temperatures.
Therefore, read the use instructions
carefully and thoroughly.

Important

• The operating ambient temperature range for
this thermometer is 50 – 104 °F (10 – 40 °C).

• Do not expose the thermometer to temperature
extremes (below –4 °F / –20 °C or over 122 °F /
50 °C) nor excessive humidity (> 95 % RH).

• This thermometer must only be used with
genuine Braun ThermoScan Lens Filters. Other
lens filters can lead to inaccuracy.

• To avoid inaccurate measurements always use
this thermometer with a new, clean lens filter
attached.

• If the thermometer is accidentally used without
a lens filter attached, clean the lens (see «Care
and cleaning»).

• Keep lens filters out of reach of children.

• This thermometer is intended for household
use only.

• Use of this thermometer is not intended as a
substitute for consultation with your physician.

Body temperature

Normal body temperature is a range. The following
table shows that this normal range also varies by
site. Therefore, measurements from different sites
should not be directly compared.

Normal ranges by site:

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: 94.5 – 99.1 °F 34.7 – 37.3 °C

Axillary

1

: 95.9 – 99.5 °F 35.5 – 37.5 °C

Oral

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: 97.9 – 100.4 °F 36.6 – 38.0 °C

Rectal
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: 96.4 – 100.4 °F 35.8 – 38.0 °C

• A person’s normal temperature range tends to
decrease with age. The following table shows
normal ThermoScan ranges by age.

Normal ThermoScan ranges by age2:

0 – 2 years 97.5 – 100.4 °F 36.4 – 38.0 °C
3 – 10 years 97.0 – 100.0 °F 36.1 – 37.8 °C
11 – 65 years 96.6 – 99.7 °F 35.9 – 37.6 °C
> 65 years 96.4 – 99.5 °F 35.8 – 37.5 °C

The range of normal also varies from person to
person and fluctuates throughout the day.
It is therefore important to determine normal
temperature ranges. This is easily done using
Braun ThermoScan. Practice taking temperatures
on yourself and healthy family members to
determine each person’s normal temperature
range.

Note: When consulting your physician, com­municate that the ThermoScan temperature is a
temperature measured in the ear and if possible,
note the individual’s normal ThermoScan
temperature range as additional reference.

1. Chamberlain, J.M., Terndrup, T.E., New Light on Ear Thermometer

Readings, Contemporary Pediatrics, March 1994.

2. Chamberlain, J.M., et al., Determination of Normal Ear

Temperature with an Infrared Emission Detection Thermometer,
Annals of Emergency Medicine, January 1995.

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Product description

1 Protective cap
2 Lens filter
3 Probe
4 «start» button
5 Lens filter detector
6 Display
7 Battery door

How to use your Braun ThermoScan

1. To achieve accurate
measurements, make sure a

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new, clean lens filter (2) is in

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place before each measure­ment.

2. To turn the thermometer on,
push the «start» button (4).

During an internal self­check, the display (6) shows
all segments. Then the last
temperature taken will be
displayed together with
«MEM».

As soon as this ready
symbol appears, you can
start the measuring
process.

3. Perform an ear tug to straighten the ear canal.
This gives the thermometer a clear view of the
eardrum.

An ear tug is best performed by using your free
hand to grasp the outer edge of the top half of
the ear. To take your own temperature, wrap
your free hand around the back of your head
and tug your ear from behind.

Children under 1
Pull the ear straight back.

Children a
adult:
Pull the ear up and back.

4. While tugging the ear, fit the
probe (3) snugly into the ear
canal, then push the «start»
button. A short beep will
signal the start of the
measuring process.

After one second a longer
beep will signal the end
of the measuring process.
The result is shown on the
display (6).

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year:

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5. For the next measurement,
remove the used lens filter
and put on a new, clean lens
filter. Clear the display by
pushing the «start» button
once. Fit the probe snugly
into the ear canal, then push
the «start» button.

The Braun ThermoScan ear thermometer turns off
automatically after 60 seconds of inactivity.

Temperature taking hints

• The right ear measurement may differ from
the measurement taken in the left ear.
Therefore, always take the temperature in
the same ear.

• The ear must be free from obstructions or
excess earwax build-up to take an accurate
reading.

• External factors may influence ear tempera­tures, including when an individual has:
– been lying on one ear or the other
– had their ears covered
– been exposed to very hot or very cold

temperatures, or
– been recently swimming or bathing.
In these cases, remove the individual from the
situation and wait 20 minutes prior to taking a
temperature.

• Use the untreated ear if ear drops or other ear
medications have been placed in the ear canal.

Care and cleaning

The probe tip is the most delicate part of the
thermometer. It has to be clean and intact to
ensure accurate readings.

If the thermometer is ever
accidentally used without a lens
filter, clean the probe tip as
follows:
Very gently wipe the surface
with a cotton swab or soft cloth
moistened with alcohol.

After the probe tip has completely dried, you can
put a new lens filter on and take a temperature
measurement. If the probe tip is damaged, contact
Kaz.

Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the thermometer
display and exterior. Do not use abrasive cleaners.
Never submerge this thermometer in water or any
other liquid.

Store thermometer and lens filters in a dry location
free from dust and contamination and away from
direct sunlight.

Additional lens filters (LF 40) are available at most
stores carrying Braun ThermoScan.

Trouble-shooting

Situation Solution

No lens filter
is attached.

Ambient
temperature
is not within
the allowed
operating
range
(50 –104 °F
or 10 –40 °C).

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Attach new, clean lens
filter.

Allow the thermometer
to remain for 30 min­utes in a room where
the temperature is be­tween 50 and 104 °F
or 10 and 40 °C .

HI = too high

LO = too low

Temperature taken is
not within typical
human temperature
range (93.2 –108 °F or
34 –42.2 °C).

System error

If error persists,

If error still persists,

Battery is
low, but
thermometer
will still
operate
correctly.

Battery is too
low to take
correct tem­perature
measurement.

Do you have any further
questions?

Make sure the probe tip
and lens are clean and a
new, clean lens filter is
attached. Make sure
the thermometer is
properly inserted into
the ear. Then, take a
new temperature
measurement.

Wait 1 minute until the
thermometer turns off
automatically, then turn
on again.

... reset the thermo­meter by removing the
battery and putting it
back in.

… call Kaz Customer
Service at
1-800-327-7226

Insert new battery.

Insert new battery.

Call Kaz Customer
Service.

Changing the temperature scale

Your Braun ThermoScan is shipped with the
Fahrenheit (°F) temperature scale activated. If you
wish to switch to Celsius (°C), proceed as follows:

Make sure the thermometer is turned off.
Press and hold down the «start» button. After
about 8 seconds the display will show this
sequence: «°F» / «°C» /...

Release the «start» button when «°C» is shown.
There will be a short beep to confirm the new
setting, then the thermometer is turned off
automatically.

Replacing the battery

The thermometer is supplied
with one 1.5 V type AAA (LR3).
For best performance, we
recommend Duracell® alkaline
batteries. Insert new battery
when the battery symbol
appears on the display.

Open the battery compartment.
Remove the battery and replace
with new battery, making
sure the poles are in the right
direction. Slide battery door
back until it snaps in place.

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To protect the environment, dispose of
empty batteries at appropriate collec­tion sites according to national or local
regulations.

Calibration

The thermometer is initially calibrated at the
time of manufacture. If this thermometer is used
according to the use instructions, periodic re­adjustment is not required. If at any time you
question the accuracy of temperature measure­ments, please contact Kaz Customer Service
at 1-800-327-7226.

Manufacturing date is given by the LOT number
located in the battery compartment. The first
number after LOT represents the last digit of the
year of manufacture.
The last two digits give the week of manufacture.
An example: LOT 503 – this product has been
manufactured in week 03 of the year 2005.

Product specifications

Displayed temperature range: 93.2 °F – 108 °F

Operating ambient
temperature range: 50 °F – 104 °F

Display resolution: 0.1 °F or °C

(34 °C – 42.2 °C)

(10 °C – 40 °C)

Accuracy for patient
temperature range

96.8 °F – 102.2 °F

(36 °C – 39 °C): ± 0.4 °F (± 0.2 °C)
outside this range: ± 0.5 °F (± 0.3 °C)

Long term storage ranges

Temperature: –4 °F to 122 °F

Humidity: ≤ 95 % non-

Battery life: 2 years / 1000

If device is not used within specified temperature
and humidity ranges the technical accuracy can
not be ensured.

This infrared thermometer meets requirements
established in ASTM Standard E 1965-98 (for the
thermometer system [thermometer with lens filter]).
Full responsibility for the conformance of the
product to the standard is assumed by
Kaz, Inc., Hudson, NY 12534 USA.

ASTM laboratory accuracy requirements for the
thermometer only (not including a lens filter) in
the display range of 96.8 °F to 102.2 °F (36 °C
to 39 °C) for infrared thermometers is ± 0.4 °F
(± 0.2 °C), whereas for mercury-in-glass and
electronic thermometers, the requirement per
ASTM Standards E 667-86 and E 1112-86 is
± 0.2 °F (± 0.1 °C).

This appliance conforms to the following
standards:
DIN EN 60601-1: 3/96 «Medical electrical
equipment» – Part 1: General requirements for
safety

DIN EN 60601-1-2/2001 «Medical electrical
equipment» – Part 1-2: General requirements for safety
– collateral standard: Electromagnetic compatibility –
requirements and tests

DIN EN 12470-5: 2003 «Clinical thermometers» –
Part 5: Performance of infrared ear thermometers
(with maximum device)

Maximum Laboratory
Error

(–20 °C to 50 °C)

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