Kaz V938 User Manual

VICKS®Junior Oral Thermometer

Model V938

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Thank you for purchasing the VICKS®Junior Oral Digital Thermometer, a professionally accurate instrument for comfortably measuring body temperature. Please read these instructions carefully to ensure accurate temperatures and safe operation. When used properly, this high quality thermometer will give you years of accurate, dependable use.

The VICKS®Digital Junior Oral Thermometer (V938) is designed specifically for measuring oral temperatures of young children. Its smaller shape and unique features make it ideal for children who are ready to start taking oral temperatures.

Unlike regular oral thermometers, the unique MultiCurve and Bite Area of the Vicks

Junior Oral Thermometer are

designed to find the “hotspot” easily and comfortably every time.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

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High, prolonged fever requires medical attention especially for young children. Please contact your pediatrician

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Do not allow children to take their temperatures unattended.

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Do not allow children to walk or run during temperature taking.

If you have any questions or comments about the VICKS®Junior Oral Digital Thermometer, call our toll-free Consumer Service Line: 1-800-477-0457.

TEMPERATURE READINGS

Temperature readings vary from person to person. Although there is no one “normal” temperature reading, a temperature, taken orally, ranging between 97°F-99°F is considered normal. A rectal temperature is generally 1° higher and an underarm temperature will be 1° lower.

The best method to determine your child’s normal temperature is to use the thermometer when they are feeling well. Record the temperature twice a day (early morning and late afternoon). Take the average of the two temperatures. This is considered your child’s normal body temperature. Any variation from it may indicate some sort of illness and you should consult your pediatrician.

BEFORE USE

Your VICKS®Junior Oral Digital Thermometer is designed specifically for oral use. It is recommended that for 15 minutes prior to use, your child should avoid eating or drinking any liquids, physical activity, or taking showers or baths.

OPERATING YOUR VICKS®JUNIOR ORAL DIGITAL THERMOMETER

Press the On/Off button to activate the thermometer. A beep will sound and the display will come on. The display will first show the LCD display test (Fig. 1) and then show the last reading. After 5 seconds, the display will be in the ready mode (Fig. 2).

FOR ORAL USE

1. Cover the thermometer’s tip with a probe cover.

2. Place the probe tip well under the tongue. (Fig. 3) Place sensor tip in areas marked

with “✔”. The mouth should remain closed during the measurement to ensure an accurate reading.

3. When the peak temperature is reached (usually 20 seconds), 10 beep signals will

sound and the “°F” sign will stop flashing. The temperature is now ready to read and will not change when the thermometer is removed.

4. Turn the thermometer off by pressing the On/Off button. If you forget to turn it off, the

thermometer will automatically turn off after approximately 9 minutes.

5. Dispose of used probe cover and wash the thermometer as recommended."

FOR UNDERARM (AXILLARY) USE

1. Wipe the underarm with a towel.

2. Place the tip under the arm so the sensor is touching the skin and position the

arm next to the body. With a young child, it is sometimes helpful to hug the child to keep their arm next to their body. This helps hold the thermometer steady and ensures that the room air does not affect the reading.

3. When the peak temperature is reached (usually 60 seconds), 10 beep signals

will sound and the “°F” sign will stop flashing. The temperature is now ready to read and will not change when the thermometer is removed.

4. Turn the thermometer off by pressing the On/Off button. If you forget to turn it off, the thermometer will

automatically turn off after approximately 9 minutes.

5. Wash the thermometer as recommended.

TO RECALL THE LAST TEMPERATURE

Press and hold on/off button for 1.5 seconds and the last reading will show in the display with the letter “M” shown under the degree sign for approximately 3 seconds. The power will automatically turn off after the button is released.

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Fig. 1

Fig. 2

Fig. 3

Fig. 4

Probe tip Finger Grips

Display Window

On/Off Button

MultiCurve Battery

Compartment

(on back)

Bite Area

CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS

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Clean the probe and bite area of the thermometer only by washing with soap and warm water or rubbing alcohol (70% isopropyl alcohol).

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Wipe dry with soft cloth.

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DO NOT SUBMERGE THE READOUT DISPLAY OF THE THERMOMETER IN WATER. This will cause the thermometer to no longer function properly.

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DO NOT BOIL OR CLEAN IN DISHWASHER. This will cause the thermometer to no longer function and will void the warranty.

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Do not wash the unit with any thinner or chemical solvent.

CHANGING THE BATTERIES

The VICKS®Junior Oral Digital Thermometer features a long life, mercury free battery. When the “” appears in the lower right of the display, the battery is exhausted and needs replacing.

1. With a coin or screwdriver, release cover lock located on the back of the thermometer and remove the battery

with a non-metallic instrument.

2. Carefully discard the old battery. Keep out of reach of young children, elderly and pets.

3. Replace with a type SR41 (long life), LR41, or equivalent, making sure the positive (+) side is facing the back of

the thermometer.

4. Replace battery cover. Your thermometer is now ready for use.

SPECIFICATIONS

Battery Life: more than 200 hours of continuous operation. (approx. 2 years if used 10 minutes per day,

every day). Accuracy: +/- 0.2°F between 96.0-107.0°F at room temperature of 71.0°F. Temperature Range: 90.0°-109.9°F. If less than 90.0°F a “- - -” is displayed. If more than 108.0°F an “H” is displayed. Beeper: Unit will beep for approximately 8 seconds when peak temperature is reached.

LIFETIME WARRANTY

Your VICKS®Junior Oral Digital Thermometer is durable and manufactured for a lifetime of normal, household use. Following directions carefully will ensure years of dependable operation. If for any reason (other than misuse or normal battery replacement) you are dissatisfied with your VICKS

Junior Oral Digital Thermometer, we will repair

or replace it, at our option, free during your lifetime. If the thermometer does not function properly, first check the battery. Replace if necessary. If repair is necessary

call our Consumer Service Department at 1-800-477-0457 or write to Kaz Consumer Relations, 250 Turnpike Road, Southborough, MA 01772 or send a fax to 1-508-481-0509, explaining just how the thermometer is improperly working. Our consumer service representative will provide further instruction on how to correct the trouble yourself or will ask you to return the thermometer for repair or replacement.

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