Braun IRT 6500, IRT 6020 User Manual

ThermoScan®

Ear thermometer

IRT 6020 IRT 6500 IRT 6510

English .................................	2
Français.............................	14
Español.............................	26

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Designed in Germany. Made in Mexico.	IRT6020/6500/6510
Conçu en Allemagne. Fabriqué au Mexique.	31IMIR65190
Diseñado en Alemania. Hecho en México.	02.26.14

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					English
Product description
IRT 6020/6500 Series		IRT 6510 Series
1	Lens filter (Box of 20)	1	Lens filter (Box of 20)
2	Probe tip	2	Probe tip
3	Probe	3	Probe
4	ExacTemp light	4	ExacTemp light
5	Lens filter ejector	5	Lens filter ejector
6	Display	6	Display
7	Power button	7	Memory button
8	Start button	8	Power button
9	Battery door	9	Start button
10	Protective cap (IRT 6020 only)	10	Battery door
11	Protective case (IRT 6500 only)	11	Protective case

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 which can hurt the eardrum.

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

The Braun ThermoScan thermometer is intended for intermittent measurement and monitoring of human body temperature for people of all ages. It is intended for household use only.

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

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

•Please consult your doctor if you see symptoms such as unexplained irritability, vomiting, diarrhea, dehydration, changes in appetite or activity, seizure, muscle pain, shivering, stiff neck, pain when urinating, etc. in spite of absence of fever.

•Please consult your doctor if the thermometer shows elevated temperature.

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

Do not expose the thermometer to temperature extremes (below –13 °F / –25 °C or over 131 °F / 55 °C) or excessive humidity (> 95 % RH). This thermometer must only be used with genuine Braun ThermoScan lens filters (LF 40).

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» section). 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.

This thermometer is not intended for pre-term babies or small-for-gestational age babies.

It is not intended to interpret hypothermic temperatures. Do not allow children under 12 years to take their temperature unattended.

Do not modify this equipment without authorization of the manufacturer.

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Parents/guardians should call the pediatrician upon noticing any unusual sign(s) or symptom(s). For example, a child who exhibits irritability, vomiting, diarrhea, dehydration, seizure, changes in appetite or activity, even in the absence of fever, or who exhibits a low temperature, may still need to receive medical attention.

People who are on antibiotics, analgesics, or antipyretics should not be assessed solely on temperature readings to determine the severity of their illness.

Temperature elevation may signal a serious illness, especially in neonates and infants, or in adults who are old, frail, or have a weakened immune system. Please seek professional advice immediately when there is a temperature elevation and if you are taking temperature on:

•Neonates and infants under 3 months (Consult your physician immediately if the temperature exceeds 99.4 °F or 37.4 °C).

•Patients over 60 years of age (Fever may be blunted or absent in older patients).

•Patients having diabetes mellitus or a weakened immune system (e.g., HIV positive, cancer chemotherapy, chronic steroid treatment, splenectomy)

•Patients who are bedridden (e.g., nursing home patient, stroke, chronic illness, recovering from surgery)

•A transplant patient (e.g., liver, heart, lung, kidney).

This thermometer contains small parts that can be swallowed or produce a choking hazard to children. Keep out of reach of children under 12 years.

Body temperature

Normal body temperature is a range. It varies by site of measurement, and it tends to decrease with age. It also varies from person to person and fluctuates throughout the day. Therefore, it is important to determine normal temperature ranges. This is easily done using Braun ThermoScan. Practice taking temperatures on yourself and healthy family members to determine the 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.

How does Braun ThermoScan work?

Braun ThermoScan measures the infrared heat generated by the eardrum and surrounding tissues. To help avoid inaccurate temperature measurements, the probe tip is warmed to a temperature close to that of the human body. When the Braun ThermoScan is placed in the ear, it continuously monitors the infrared energy. The measurement is finished and the result displayed when the thermometer detects that an accurate temperature measurement has been taken.

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temperature2, since the eardrum shares blood supply with the temperature control				English
Why measure in the ear?
The goal of thermometry is to measure core body temperature1 which is the
temperature of the vital organs. Ear temperatures accurately reflect core body
center in the brain3, the hypothalamus. Therefore, changes in body temperature
are reflected sooner in the ear than at other sites. Axillary temperatures measure
skin temperature and may not be a reliable indicator of core body temperature.
Oral temperatures are influenced by drinking, eating and mouth breathing. Rectal
temperatures often lag behind changes in core body temperature and there is a
risk of cross-contamination.
How to use your Braun ThermoScan
1	6500 6510	Remove the	6020	Remove
		from the		cap.
		thermometer		protective
	IRT IRT	protective	IRT
		case.
2	Push the Power button	.

During an internal self-check, the display shows all segments. Then the last temperature taken will be displayed for 5 seconds.

	3	The lens filter indicator will blink
		to signal one is needed.

To achieve accurate measurements, make sure a new, clean lens filter is in place

before each measurement.

Attach a new lens filter by

pushing the thermometer probe straight into the lens filter inside the box and then pulling out. Note: The Braun ThermoScan will not work unless a lens filter is attached.

The thermometer is ready to take a temperature when the display looks like the images below.

1.	Guyton A C, Textbook of medical physiology, W.B. Saunders, Philadelphia, 1996, p 919
2.	Guyton A C, Textbook of medical physiology, W.B. Saunders, Philadelphia, 1996, p 754-5
3.	Netter H F, Atlas of Human Anatomy, Novartis Medical Education, East Hanover, NJ, 1997, pp 63, 95.	5

	4	Fit the probe snuggly into the ear canal, then push
		and release the Start button	.

	5	ExacTemp light will pulse while temperature is in progress.
		The light will remain solid for 3 seconds to indicate that a
		successful temperature reading has been achieved.
		NOTE: If the probe has been properly inserted into the ear canal
		during the measurement, a long beep will sound to signal the
		completed measurement.
		If the probe has NOT been constantly placed in a stable position in the
		ear canal, a sequence of short beeps will sound, the ExacTemp light will
		go out and the display will show an error message (POS = position error).
		See «Errors and troubleshooting» section for more information

6	The confirmation beep indicates that an accurate
	temperature measurement has been taken. The
	result is shown on the display.

	7	For the next measurement, press Eject button	to
		remove and discard used lens filter, and put on a new,

clean lens filter.

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

The thermometer can also be turned off by pressing the Power button .

The display will briefly flash OFF and it will go blank.

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IRT 6510

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The ear must be free from obstructions or excess earwax build-up to take an accurate reading.	English
Temperature taking hints
Always replace disposable lens filters to maintain accuracy and hygiene. The right ear measurement may
differ from the measurement taken in the left ear. Therefore, always take the temperature in the same ear.

External factors may influence ear temperatures, including:

Factor

Yes affects

Poor probe placement

Used lens filter

Dirty lens

In the cases below, wait 20 minutes prior to taking a temperature.

Factor

Yes affects

Extreme hot and cold room temperature

Hearing aid

Lying on pillow

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

Memory mode

1	The last temperature
	taken is stored in the
	memory and will be
	automatically displayed
	for 5 seconds when it is
	turned on again.
2	This model stores the last
	9 temperature measurements.
	To display the stored
	measurement, the
	thermometer must be
	turned on.
3	Press the Mem button.
	The display shows the temperature, and when
	releasing the Mem button, the stored temperature
	for that memory number is displayed, together
	with “M”.
4	Each time the Mem button is pushed, the stored

reading and an M is displayed to indicate each temperature measurement (eg. M2).

Memory mode is automatically exited by not pressing the memory button for 5 seconds.

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Night light feature

Availableonly in	6510IRT	This thermometer includes a convenient night light
		to illuminate the display in a dim environment.
		The light will turn on when you press any button. It
		will stay on until the thermometer is inactive for up
		to 15 seconds even after temperature is taken.	15 sec	15 sec

Changing the temperature scale

If you wish to change the temperature scale of your thermometer:

1	Make sure the thermometer is turned off.
2	Press and hold down the Power button . After about 3 seconds
	the display will show this sequence: ° C / SET / ° F / SET ...
3	Release the Power button when the desired temperature scale is shown.
	There will be a short beep to confirm the new setting, then the thermometer

is turned off automatically.

Care and cleaning

The probe tip is the most delicate part of the thermometer. It must 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 alcohol has completely dried out, you can put a new lens filter on and take a temperature measurement.

If the probe tip is damaged, please contact Consumer Relations.

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.

Replacing the batteries

The thermometer is supplied with two 1.5 V type AA (LR 06) batteries.

For best performance, we recommend Duracell® alkaline batteries.

	1	Insert new batteries when the battery symbol appears on the display.
	2	Open the battery compartment. Remove the batteries and replace with new
		batteries, making sure the poles are in the right direction.
	3	Snap battery door into place.

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

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Calibration
The thermometer is initially calibrated at the time of manufacture. If this thermometer is used according to
the use instructions, periodic re-adjustment is not required. If at any time you question the accuracy of
temperature measurements, please contact Consumer Relations.
Manufacturing date is given by the LOT number located inside the battery compartment. The first three (3)
digits after LOT represent the Julian date that the product was manufactured and the next two (2) digits
represent the last two numbers of the calendar year the product was manufactured. The last identifiers are
the letters that represent the manufacturer.
An example: LOT 11614KTC, this product has been manufactured on the 116th day of the year 2014.

Errors and troubleshooting

Error Message			Situation	Solution
			No lens filter is attached.	Attach new, clean lens filter.
			The thermometer probe was not	Take care that the positioning of the
			positioned securely in the ear.	probe is correct and remains stable.
			An accurate measurement
			was not possible.	Replace lens filter and reposition.
			POS = position error	Press Start button to begin a new
				measurement.
			Ambient temperature is not within	Allow the thermometer to remain for
			the allowed operating range	30 minutes in a room where the
			(50 – 104 °F or 10 – 40 °C ).	temperature is between 50 and 104 °F
				or 10 and 40 °C.
			Temperature taken is not within	Make sure the probe tip and lens are clean
			typical human temperature range	and a new, clean lens filter is attached.
			(93.2 – 108 °F or 34 – 42.2 °C).	Make sure the thermometer is properly
				inserted. Then, take a new temperature.
			HI = too high
			LO = too low
			System error – self-check display flashes	Wait 1 minute until the thermometer turns
			continuously and will not be followed by	off automatically, then turn on again.
			the ready beep and the ready symbol.
			If error persists,	... reset the thermometer by removing the
				batteries and putting them back in.
			If error still persists,	… please contact Customer Service.
			Battery is low, but thermometer will	Insert new batteries.
			still operate correctly.
			Battery is too low to take correct	Insert new batteries.
			temperature measurement.

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