Philips SCH740 User manual

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In US manufactured for / En E.-U, fabriqué pour : Philips Personal Health a division of Philips North America LLC, P.O. Box 10313, Stamford, CT 06904, United States.

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Introduction

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Intended use

The product is intended for measuring the temperature of the human body. The device is intended for all ages in a home environment.

General

This Philips Avent uGrow ear thermometer has been developed for accurate and fast human body temperature measurements in the ear in the adjusted mode. Research indicates that the ear is an ideal site for taking the body temperature. The body core temperature is regulated by the hypothalamus (Fig. 2). The hypothalamus (A) shares the same blood supply as the tympanic membrane (B). Measurement results can be transmitted via Bluetooth® to the Philips Avent uGrow app for charting and tracking purposes.

General description (Fig. 1)

1 Protection cap 2 Infrared sensor 3 Probe tip 4 History icon 5 Bluetooth® icon 6 Battery symbol 7 Temperature display 8 Power button 9 Temperature light ring 10 °F / °C selection button 11 Battery compartment 12 Battery cover

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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Warning: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING

When using battery-operated products, especially when children are present, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

Warning

- Do not measure the body temperature at the ear site if the ear is inamed or infected.

- Stop using the device if you feel any pain.

- If the measured body temperature exceeds 100.4°F / 38°C and the person whose temperature is being measured feels uncomfortable, contact your physician.

- It is recommended not to use the device if you suer from ear disease, including otitis externa and tympanitis.

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- Keep the device out of the reach of children and pets to avoid inhalation or swallowing of small parts. Children may not be able to use the device according to the instructions in this user manual. It is not a toy.

- When the device is used to measure the temperature of a child, it has to be operated by an adult. Adults can measure their own temperature.

- Do not throw disposable batteries into re. Batteries may explode.

- Do not put the device in a wet ear canal after swimming or bathing. This may cause injury to the ear canal.

- Do not use the device if it is broken or damaged. Using a broken or damaged device may cause injury.

- Do not use the thermometer under temperature extremes ( below 50.0 °F / 10.0°C or over 104.0°F / 40.0°C) or humidity extremes (below 15%RH or over 85%RH). If you do, this may cause inaccurate measurements.

- Do not expose the thermometer to temperature extremes (below -4°F / -20°C or over 140°F / 60°C) or humidity extremes (below 15%RH or over 85%RH). If you do, this may cause inaccurate measurements.

- Do not store the device in extreme temperature (below

-4°F / -20°C or over 140°F / 60°C) or in extreme levels of humidity (below 15%RH or over 85%RH). If you do, this may cause inaccurate measurements.

Caution

- Only use the device as described in this user manual. Do not use it for any other purpose.

- The device is not intended as a substitute for consulting a doctor. Measurement results are for reference only.

- If you clean the ear, wait 5-10 minutes before you use the device.

- Earwax in the ear canal may cause inaccurate measurements. Make sure the ear canal is clean before you use the device.

- Do not take apart, repair or change any part of the device at any time, except for replacing batteries.

- Keep the infrared sensor dry, clean and undamaged to ensure accurate measurements.

- Do not touch or blow at the infrared sensor. A dirty infrared sensor may cause inaccurate measurements.

- Never clean the device with an abrasive cleaner, thinner, benzene or immerse the device in water or other liquids.

- When the temperature of the storage area diers from the temperature of the measuring area, wait at least 30 minutes for the device to acclimatize before you use the device.

- If you do not intend to use the device for a long period of time, it is advised to remove the batteries before storing. This is to prevent possible damage due to leakage of the batteries. If the batteries leak, remove them carefully and replace with new batteries.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Compliance with standards

- The device meets the relevant standards for this type of Class II medical device for home use.

- This Philips device complies with all applicable standards and regulations regarding exposure to electromagnetic elds and complies with IEC 60601-1-2

- Skin contact parts (ABS, TPU, metal) comply with ISO 10993-5 and ISO 10993-10. Cytotoxicity, sensitization and irritation test results meet the requirements.

- Based on the current science and technology, other potential allergic reactions are unknown.

Clinical accuracy validation results:

Subject age group

Operation mode

Measuring site Ear

Reference body site

Clinical bias (Δcb)

Limits of agreement (LA)

Clinical 0.0799 repeatability (σr)

Display

Sym bol Description Explanation

Battery status indications

Battery full

To indicate that the battery is fully charged, the battery symbol shows a full battery (Fig. 3).

Battery low

To indicate that the battery is low, the battery symbol shows a nearly empty battery (Fig. 4).

Preparing for use

The batteries (2x 1.5V AAA) are included with the device. Slide the battery cover down to open the battery compartment. Remove the battery strip from the battery compartment before rst use (Fig. 14). Slide the battery cover back until it locks into place (Fig. 16).

Pairing the thermometer to your mobile device

Your Philips Avent ear thermometer is equipped with Bluetooth®. Download the Philips Avent uGrow app from the App Store or Google Play. Use the search term: Philips Avent uGrow. The Philips Avent uGrow app is available for iOS 8.1+ and Android

A1 A2 B` C

Adjusted mode

Ear

-0.020 -0.033 -0.014 -0.016

0.203 0.195 0.198 0.199

History icon Display shows last

Bluetooth® icon

Battery symbol

measurement result when switching on the device.

The device uses Bluetooth® for communication.

Battery symbol indicating status of battery.

4.4+.

1 Download the Philips Avent uGrow app on your

mobile device, start the Setup wizard and follow the steps to create a user prole and add the thermometer.

2 Make sure the Philips Avent uGrow app is active and

Bluetooth on your mobile device is on when pairing is in progress.

3 Press the power button once, to switch on the

thermometer (Fig. 5).

- The app identies the thermometer and requests to pair.

- The Bluetooth icon lights up when the thermometer is connected to your mobile device.

- When the thermometer has paired successfully with your mobile device, your personal measurement results are automatically transmitted to your mobile device via Bluetooth.

4 The thermometer switches o automatically after

30 seconds of no activity.

Note: Only when the Philips Avent uGrow app is active, your personal health data can be transmitted.

If you need more information about pairing to your mobile device please visit www.philips.com/

earthermometer

Cleaning the infrared sensor

To achieve accurate measurements, it is important to check if the infrared sensor is clean. Use a cotton swab (Fig. 18) to clean the infrared sensor. See chapter Cleaning and storage for instructions. After cleaning, wait approximately 5-10 minutes before you use the device.

Cleaning the ear

Earwax in the ear canal may cause inaccurate measurements. Make sure the ear canal is clean before you use the device. Carefully clean your ear canal. If you clean your ear, wait for 5-10 minutes before you use the device.

Resetting the thermometer

If you press the °F / °C selection button on the side of the thermometer (Fig. 17) for longer than 10 seconds, all measurements are deleted from the device and all settings return to the factory values.

Measuring temperature

Tips for proper measurement

External factors can inuence your body temperature. In the following cases, wait at least 30 minutes before taking your temperature:

- When you have been lying on your ear

- When you had your ears covered

- When you have been exposed to very low or very high temperatures

- When you have been swimming or bathing

- If you wear earplugs or hearing aids, remove them rst

We do not advise you to use the device in the following circumstances as this may cause inaccurate measurements:

- When the temperature of the storage area diers from the temperature of the measuring area. In this case, wait at least 30 minutes for the device to acclimatize before you use the device.

Body temperature

Normal body temperature is a range. A person‘s normal temperature range tends to decrease with age. The following table shows normal temperature ranges by age. The range of normal body temperature varies from person to person and can be inuenced by many factors such as time of day, level of activity and emotions.

Age Temperature in

0-2 years

3-10 years

11-65 years

> 65 years

Source: Chamberlain, J.M., et al., Determination of Normal Ear Temperature with an Infrared Emission Detection Thermometer, Annals of Emergency Medicine, January 1995, Vol. 25, pp. 15-20.

Performing a measurement

Note: Before measuring, make sure that the probe tip of the device is clean.

1 Remove the protection cap before you use the device

- The display shows the last measurement result as

3 Hold the outer ear and gently pull it towards the rear

- Children under the age of 1: hold the outer ear and

- Children aged 1 year or older: hold the outer ear and

4 Insert the probe tip very gently and slowly into the

- Make sure the probe tip points straight towards the

- Always insert the probe tip into the same ear, in the

5 Press the power button to start the measurement

- When the measurement is done, you hear 2 beeps.

6 Remove the probe tip from the ear canal (Fig. 13).

- The display shows the measured temperature and

Note: The temperature display on the device shows the measurement result for 30 seconds or until you perform a new measurement.

°Fahrenheit

97.5 - 100.4°F

97.0 - 100.0°F

96.6 - 99.7°F

96.4 - 99.5°F

(Fig. 6). Press the power button (Fig. 5) to switch on the device.

well as the history icon.

of the head to straighten the ear canal.

gently pull it straight back. (Fig. 7)

gently pull the ear up and back (Fig. 8).

ear canal (Fig. 9).

eardrum when you hold it (Fig. 10).

same direction and at the same depth.

Note: When you do not point the probe tip towards the eardrum (Fig. 11), the measurement result will be inaccurate.

Note: A temperature measurement taken in the right ear may dier from a measurement taken in the left ear.

(Fig. 12).

the temperature light ring around the power button lights up red, if the measured temperature is above

100.4°F / 38.0°C.

Temperature in °Celsius

36.4 - 38.0°C

36.1 - 37.8°C

35.9 - 37.6°C

35.8 - 37.5°C

Temperature light ring

This device is equipped with a temperature light ring around the power button (Fig. 14). After the measurement, the ring lights up red, depending on the measured temperature.

- When the temperature light ring lights up red, the measured temperature is between 100.4°F /

38.0°C and 109.2°F / 42.9°C .

Transmit and display personal measurement results in the app

Note: Your personal measurement data is only stored and displayed in the Philips Avent uGrow app.

1 Start up the Philips Avent uGrow app, go to the

Temperature section and switch on Bluetooth on your mobile device.

2 The Bluetooth symbol will light up on the display of

the thermometer to indicate it is connected to your mobile device.

- Once successfully connected, the measurement results will be automatically transmitted to your mobile device via Bluetooth. If you need more information about transmitting measurement results to the app please visit www.philips.com/earthermometer.

- If the data transmission is successful, the measurement results are displayed in the Philips Avent uGrow app and will not be available in the thermometer anymore.

- The time and date of each measurement is shown in the Philips Avent uGrow app.

Removing/inserting batteries

When the batteries are almost empty, the display shows a ashing battery symbol and the text „bAtt‘ (Fig. 15). When the battery low symbol appears on the display (Fig. 4) or if the device does not function at all, replace the batteries. The device works on 2x 1.5V AAA batteries.

Data will be lost when the batteries are completely empty or are taken out of the thermometer.

Slide the battery cover down to open the battery compartment and remove the empty batteries (Fig. 16).

2 Insert two new batteries in the battery compartment

according to the polarity indications ( + and - ) marked inside the compartment. Press down the batteries until they click into place (Fig. 17).

3 Slide the battery cover back until it locks into place

(Fig. 18).

Setting the measurement unit

You can select either Fahrenheit (°F) or Celsius (°C) for measuring temperature. 1 Switch on the device. 2 Press and hold the °F / °C selection button for

3 seconds to change the measurement unit (Fig. 19).

Cleaning and storage

Caution: Do not expose the device to extreme temperatures (below -4 °F/-20 °C or over 140 °F/60 °C), extreme levels of humidity (below 15%RH or over 85%RH), direct sunlight or shock. This may result in inaccurate measurements.

For hygienic reasons, the device should be cleaned after each use.

1 Moisten the cotton swab with a few drops of alcohol

and wipe the surface of the infrared sensor gently with the swab (Fig. 20).

2 Immediately wipe the surface dry with a clean cotton

swab.

3 Use a soft dry cloth to clean the body of the device

(Fig. 21).

4 Store the device in a clean, dry place at room

temperature.

This device has no other user-serviceable parts. For assistance call 1-800-54-AVENT.

Calibration

The device has been calibrated when it was manufactured. If the device is used according to the instructions, recalibration is not required. If you question the accuracy of the measurement at any time, call 1-800-54-AVENT for assistance.

Accessories

Philips accessories may be purchased at a store near you, or on our website www.philips.com/store.

Specications

Power supply

2 x 1.5V AAA non-rechargeable alkaline batteries

Temperature measuring

90.3°F - 109.2°F / 32.4°C - 42.9°C

range

In-ear measurement

± 0.4°F (± 0.2

90.3°F - 109.2°F / 32.4

C) within the range of

C - 42.9°C

accuracy

Dimensions

Weight

Operating conditions

Storage and transport conditions

Service life

5.3" (L) x 1.5" (W) x 1.1" (H) / 134 (L) x 37 (W) x 27 (D) mm

About 0.12 lb / 54.6 g (without battery)

50.0°F - 104.0°F (10.0

C - 40.0°C) with a relative humidity of 15% - 85%, 86 kPa to 106 kPa

-4°F - 140°F (-20

C - 60°C) with a relative humidity of 15% - 85%, 86 kPa to 106 kPa

2 years

Disposal

- Battery must be removed from the device before discarding.

- Dispose of batteries properly. Do not incinerate. Batteries may explode if overheated.

- Do not wrap in metal or aluminum foil. Tape the waste battery terminals before discarding.

- It is suggested that you contact your local town or city to determine proper battery redemption site(s) in your area.

Troubleshooting

This chapter summarizes the most common problems you could encounter with the device. If you are unable to solve the problem with the information below, visit www.philips.com/support for a list of frequently asked questions or call 1-800-54-AVENT for assistance.

Problem Possible cause

The device does not

The batteries

are empty. respond or resets automatically when I pull out the battery strip.

The poles of the

batteries point

in the wrong

direction.

The batteries

are not making

proper contact.

The displays shows Lo or Hi

The measured

temperature

is lower than

90.3°F / 32.4°C

or higher than

109.2°F / 42.9°C.

Temperature

is out of

temperature

measuring

range.

The thermometer seems to be inaccurate

The infrared

sensor is not

clean enough.

or the measurement results seem questionable.

You are not

measuring

temperature

in the correct

way.

Your room

temperature is

too low or too

high.

You are using

the device

outdoors.

Solution

Replace the batteries.

Remove the batteries and reinsert them properly.

Follow the instructions in the user manual for proper measurement.

Use the thermometer in the range of operating conditions.

Clean the infrared sensor with a cotton swab (see 'Cleaning and storage').

Ensure that the thermometer is pointed correctly towards the eardrum (Fig. 10). An incorrect measurement position (Fig. 11) might lead to incorrect measurement results.

Make sure that you have read the user manual and know how to use the device properly.

Use your thermometer at room temperatures between 50.0°F and

104.0°F (10.0°C and

40.0°C).

The device is only intended for indoor use.

Problem Possible cause

You have held the device in your hand too long.

Solution

Put the device on the table in the room where the measurement is taking place and let it cool down rst.

The battery symbol ashes on the display

The batteries are empty.

Replace the empty batteries with two

new ones. or the display is blank.

The display shows Err0

Self-test error

Remove and replace

the batteries. If the

error persists, call

1-800-54-AVENT

for assistance.

The display shows Err2

The display shows Err3

Stabilization error

Battery level low

Wait 30 minutes and

measure again.

Replace the empty

batteries with new

ones.

Assistance

For assistance, visit our website:

www.philips.com/support or call toll free 1-800-54-AVENT Online information is available

24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Full Two-Year Warranty

Philips North America LLC (USA) and Philips Electronics Ltd (CANADA) warrant each new Philips product, Model SCH740, against defects in materials or workmanship for a period of two years from the date of purchase and agrees to repair or replace any defective product without charge. IMPORTANT: This warranty does not cover damage resulting from accident, misuse or abuse, lack of reasonable care, the axing of any attachment not provided with the product or loss of parts or subjecting the product to any but the specied battery.* NO RESPONSIBILITY IS ASSUMED FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. In order to obtain warranty service, simply go to www.philips.com/support or call toll-free 1-800-54-AVENT. It is suggested that for your protection you return shipments of product by insured mail, insurance prepaid. Damage occurring during shipment is not covered by this warranty. NOTE: No other warranty, written or oral, is authorized by Philips North America LLC. This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion and limitations may not apply to you. * Read enclosed instructions carefully.

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