Welch Allyn ABCs of Braun ThermoScan Quick Reference Guide

The ABC’s of Braun ThermoScan PRO 4000

A Age Ranges
B Battery Info
C

Cleaning

D Defaults

All ages supported; no mode changes necessary.

Uses 2 AA’s
Batteries last 6 months or 1000 temperature readings

Probe window: If this part of the device becomes soiled with dust or cerumen, clean
with a cotton swab slightly moistened with alcohol and wipe dry with a separate
cotton swab. Allow 5 minutes drying time. Do not use any chemical other than
alcohol.

Device: Use a soft cloth slightly moistened with alcohol to clean the display and
exterior. Do not use abrasive cleaners and do not submerge.
The device is shipped with °F as the default temperature scale. To change to °C:

- with the device OFF, press and hold the I/O button

- after about 3 seconds, the device will show the sequence: °F/SET/°C/SET

- release the I/O button when it reaches the °C

- there will be a short beep to confirm the setting

- this setting will remain until the above steps are repeated to change to °F.

E

Evaluate technique

Correct probe placement is essential for accurate readings. Aim the probe tip in the
direction of the tympanic membrane. It may help to picture an imaginary line from
the ear to the opposite temple.

Thermometry FAQ

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The ABC’s of SureTemp Plus 690 & 692

A Age Ranges

To change patient modes between patients:

 press the Mode button.

Oral Mode – all ages

BLUE Probe and well

Adult Axillary Mode – ages 18 years and older -

BLUE Probe and well

Pediatric Axillary Mode – ages 17 years and

younger - - BLUE Probe and well

Rectal Mode – all ages; RED Probe and well

required

B Battery Info
C

Cleaning

D

Defaults

- Uses 3 AA batteries

- Batteries last approximately 5000 readings (692 model) and 6000 readings
(690 model)

- Storing at high heats can reduce battery life

- The onscreen battery indicator lets you know approximate battery life
remaining.

Device and Probe: Wipe device regularly with cloth dampened with warm
water and mild detergent. As needed, clean thermometer and probe with a
70% isopropyl alcohol or 10% chlorine bleach solution. You can also use a
non-staining disinfectant such as CaviCide® or its equivalent.

Removable Probe well: Remove the probe well from the unit and clean the
inner or outer surface by swabbing the surface with a cloth dampened with a
mild detergent, 70% isopropyl alcohol, 10% chlorine bleach OR non-staining
disinfectant such as CaviCide® or its equivalent. Can be immersed in
detergent if necessary; ensure it is completely dry before replacing in device.
To change device defaults from °F to °C, or to change the Power-up Mode
(Oral, Adult Axillary, Ped Axillary), enact Security features, or enter a Site/Unit
ID, enter the Biotech Mode.
To enter Biotech Mode:

1. Insert device into wall holder (model 692 only)

2. Press and hold the RECALL button while removing the probe from
the well. Release the RECALL button once the probe is removed.

3. Press and Release the RECALL button to move sequentially through
the various program categories.

4. Changes within each category can be made by pressing the MODE
or C/F buttons.

5. Place the probe back in the well to save changes. Verify that
changes were successfully applied.

Thermometry FAQ

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