Welch Allyn Ear Temperatures with the Braun ThermoScan PRO 4000 User Manual

Ear Temperatures

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with the Braun ThermoScan® PRO 4000

1. Remove the thermometer from the case and
attach a probe cover. The device will turn on.

2. Wait for the “ready” beep and place the
probe snugly into the ear canal; correct probe
placement is essential for accurate readings.

3. Press and release the Start button. The
thermometer will beep once. The green
ExacTemp™ light above the Start button will
flash, indicating stable probe placement.

4. A long beep and a solid green ExacTemp light
will signal the end of the measurement.

5. If the probe is not placed in a stable position
while taking a temperature, the device beeps,
the green ExacTemp light goes out and POS
(Position Error) will display.

6. Press the button to recall the last
temperature.

7. To change default temperature scale: With
the device off, press and hold the button
for about 5 seconds. Release the button
when desired scale is shown.

Tips for Taking Ear Temperatures

with the Braun ThermoScan® PRO 4000

1. Always apply a probe cover. If the device is placed in the ear canal
without a probe cover, the lens must be cleaned before the next use.

2. Clean the lens with an alcohol swab and allow five minutes
for complete drying.

3. Use only Braun ThermoScan probe covers.

4. The following will interfere with accurate temperature readings:

Poor probe placement

>
> Dirty, wet or damaged probe lens
> No or used probe cover

5. The following will not interfere with accurate temperature readings:

> Cerumen (ear wax)
> Otitis Media (ear infection)
> Tympanostomy tubes

> Ambient temperature
> Lying on pillow
> Hearing aid

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