EM Euro Medical Penguin User Manual

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Measurement time: 3 - 5 seconds
Measurement
methods: Axilla , Oral and Rectal
Measurement range: 35°C to 42°C (95°F to 107,6°F)
Accuracy: Technical: + / - 0,1°C (tested in calibrated water

bath). Clinical: Complies with ASTM E 1112-86
standard requirements.

Required operating environment for functionality:
Temperature: 10°C to 40°C (50°F to 104°F)
Air pressure: 700 to 1060 hPa
Humidity: 15 to 95% (no condensing)

Storage environment:
Temperature: -20°C to 50°C (-4°F to 122°F)
Air pressure: 700 to 1060 hPa
Humidity: 15 to 95% (non condensing)

Design:
Display: LCD (18,5 mm x 21,5 mm)
Dimensions: 18,5 cm x 3,5 cm x 4,4 cm
Weight: 114 gr. (without battery)
Materials: Case – ABS plastic

Probe tip – Stainless steel 304

Other information:
Internally powered
equipment: 9 V Battery
Battery life: approximately 1,000 measurements

using alkaline battery

Mode of operation: continuous operation
Device is not
suitable for use: In addition to flammable anesthetics, as well as with

air or oxygen or mixture of nitrous oxide.
Water desity: Thermometer – IPXO
Applied part – IPX7

WARRANTY:
EM Euro Medical guarantees that this thermometer will operate as described
in this manual for a period of one year from the date of purchase, when used
and maintained in accordance with the instructions herein. Please submit the
thermometer in case of a complaint with original invoice to authorized
specialist dealer or directly to EM Euro Medical.

User manual

Penguin Instant Thermometer

You can now measure body temperature exactly in just 4 seconds, only,
with the Penguin Instant Thermometer, whilst using the three classic
measuring methods: Axillar, oral or rectal.

The Penguin Instant Thermometer is especially eligible for unproblematic
and accurate measurements with babies and small children.

Penguin-Reference-Method enables faster
evaluation of fever trend

The unique probe of this thermometer provides
precise measuring of inner body temperature by
practicing rectal measurement

Penguin Reference Method includes an oral and
rectal measurement. Those should be taken in
between one minute interval (for cooling down
the thermometer at room temperature).

Due to these recorded two values, the effect of
antipyretics can be recognized by a subsequent
oral measurement. Accordingly, inferences to a
rectal measurement can be anticipated. This is
important because the change of temperature
can be recognized faster oral than by the rectum.
Due to a higher body mass around the anus,
cooling-down of body will be processed slower.

Thus, Penguin-Reference-Method avoids any
unnecessary additional antipyretics.

EM Euro Medical Vertriebsgesellschaft für Medizinische Produkte mbH

Untere Schloßhalde 9, D-78351 Bodman-Ludwigshafen, Germany
Tel: [phone], Fax: [phone]-11
e-mail: [e-mail] www.em-euromedical.com

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE:

WARNING: Never use the Penguin as an Ear-Thermometer. Severe
injuries can be caused by insertion into the ear.

1. Turn on the Thermometer.
Press the ON/OFF button and wait until all symbols
inclusive sand glass disappear on display and two signal
tones resound.

2. The Thermometer is now ready for use. To select
the method of measurement, press the Mode button – the
arrow changes its position and points to the selected
method.

3. Position the thermometer in correspondence to the
selected method and follow the following instructions and
illustrations:

 Axilla

Place thermometer´s probe in the armpit and
press the arm to the body.

 Oral

Place thermometer probe under the tongue and
close the mouth.

 Rectal

Due to hygienic requirements make use of Penguin
Probe Covers. Lubricate thermometer probe covers
with a water-soluble glide gel. Gently insert the
thermometer tip not more than 1.25 cm into the
rectum – we recommend lateral position for
avoiding too deep penetration (differing from
illustration).

4. A long single beep indicates the ending of measurement. The
measured result appears on the display.

5. To turn off the thermometer press the ON / OFF button.

WARNING: Wait at least one minute before taking any other measure­ments, that the thermometer can cool down on room temperature!

WARNINGS IN CASE OF FAILURES / TROUBLESHOOTING

In case of failure or incorrect temperature measurement the following
warnings will be indicated on the display:

Display indicates LO: Measured temperature is
below 35°C and out of measuring range.
Instructions: Turn off thermometer by using the ON /
OFF button and turn it on, again. Retake
measurement as described on left page.

.

Display indicates HI: Measured temperature is above
42 ° C.

Display indicates Er.I: Thermometer was inserted
before symbols inclusive sand glass disappeared from
display.
Instructions: Wait till “Waiting” symbol (sand glass)
disappears and till resound of two ´”Beeps”.

Display indicates Er.2: Temperature is not
registered, because of poor physical contact or wrong
placement.
Instructions: Prove coincidence of chosen method of
measurement. Retake measurement after a minute.

Display indicates Er.3: Malfunction of thermometer.
Instructions: Do not use the thermometer any longer.
Contact EM Euro Medical GmbH or your authorized
specialized dealer.

Display indicates Er.4: Temperature was not
measured within 1 minute after thermometer was
ready to operate.
Instructions: Prove coincidence of chosen method and
practiced measurement. Turn thermometer off by
using the ON / OFF Button. Restart the measurement
after 1 minute.

Display indicates Battery Symbol: When blinking, battery loses power
(around 10 measurements still possible; Battery is nearly empty, with
enduring displaying of battery symbol. Instructions: Change battery.