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VICKS®Underarm Thermometer

Model V932

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Thank you for purchasing the VICKS®Underarm 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 Underarm Thermometer (V932) is designed specifically for measuring underarm (axillary) temperatures in children ages infants to 6 years old. It’s perfect for children who are too old for rectal measurements yet too young to hold a thermometer in their mouth.

Unlike regular thermometers, the unique ComfortDisc™ of the Vicks®Underarm Thermometer is designed to find the “hotspot” easily and comfortably every time.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

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

Do not allow children to take their temperatures unattended.

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

If you have any questions or comments about the VICKS®Underarm 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 underarm, ranging between 96 - 99°F is considered normal. A rectal temperature is generally 2° higher and an oral temperature will be 1° higher.

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®Underarm Digital Thermometer is designed specifically for underarm use. It is recommended that for 15 minutes prior to use, your child should avoid eating or drinking any liquids, physical activity, or bathing.

OPERATING YOUR VICKS®UNDERARM 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).

UNDERARM (AXILLARY) USE

1. Wipe the underarm with a towel.

2. Place the ComfortDisc™ under the arm so the sensor is touching the skin and position the arm next to the body

(Fig. 3). 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 (approximately 30 seconds), a

series of 10 beeps will sound and the “°F” sign will stop flashing. The tremperature is now ready to read and will not change when thermometer is removed.

Remember that this method produces a temperature about 1° lower than a temperature taken orally and about 2° lower than rectal.

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.

Sensor

Finger Grips

LCD Display

Start Button

Fig. 1

Fig. 2

Fig. 3

IMPORTANT: Before first use, remove label from the display.

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CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS

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

Wipe dry with soft cloth.

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

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

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

CHANGING THE BATTERIES

The VICKS®Underarm Digital Thermometer features a long life battery. When the “ƒ” 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°-108.0°F. If less that 90.0°F an “L” is displayed. If more that 108.0°F an “H” is

displayed. Beeper: Unit will beep for approximately 8 seconds when peak temperature is reached. Operating Temperature: 10°C to 40°C (50°F to 104°F) Storage Temperature: –25°C to 60°C (-13°F to 140°F), humidity of 15% to 95% (noncondensing). Battery: 1.5V/1.55V, SR41/LR41

REFERENCE TO STANDARDS

Device Standard: Device corresponds to the requirements of the standard for electronic thermometers

ASTM E 1112

EN12470-3

IEC 60601-1

IEC 60601-1-2 Electromagnetic Compatibility: Device fulfills the stipulations of the standard IEC 60601-1-2.

BF Type applied part. Consult Instructions for Use

LIFETIME WARRANTY

Your VICKS®Underarm 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®Underarm Digital Thermometer, we will repair or replace it, at our option, free during your lifetime. Modification to the product by the consumer is not authorized and voids the warranty.

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 Thermometer Service Department, 250 Turnpike Road, Southborough, MA 01772, or e-mail consumerrelations@kaz.com, 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.

k Manufacturing Quality Healthcare Products for Over 75 Years

Kaz, Incorporated • P.O. Box 544 • Hudson, NY 12534 • www.kaz.com Distributed by Kaz, Inc. under license from The Procter & Gamble Company.

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The battery in this thermometer contains mercury. Please dispose of properly.

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