Withings SCT01 Users Manual

Changer smart temporal thermometer

INTRODUCTION

Package content

Withings Thermo
Protective cap
Two AAA Alkaline (LR3) batteries (already inserted)
Notice of use

Product description

WARNING AND PRECAUTIONS

Please read this section carefully before using Withings Thermo thermometer.

Intended use – Important safety information

The device is intended for use in measuring temperature in adult population, children and babies
population. This device is not suitable for children born before term.

Withings Thermo (SCT01) is intended for the intermittent monitoring of human body temperature at
home. Always consult your doctor. Self-diagnosis of measurement results and self-treatment are
dangerous. Pregnant women should consult a doctor before using the thermometer. Please consult
your doctor when there is a temperature rise on:

- Neonates and babies under 3 months

- Patients over 60 year old

- Immunocompromised patients

- Bedridden patients

- Transplanted patients
Please consult your doctor if other symptoms (vomiting, diarrhea, pain, shivering, stiff neck….) occur
even if there is no fever.
This device is a precision thermometer measuring equipment liable to be understood by lay user but
it still should be handled with care.

General safety

- Do not use the device on premature babies (babies born before term)

- Do not use this device for purpose other than the one described in this manual

- Keep the device out the reach of children. Children must not play, swallow or eat the device.

- This device is for personal use at home only.

- The sensor lens is fragile: do not touch it with your fingers.

- Do not expose the device to humidity or water. In case the unit is wet, wait until it is dry.

- To clean the lens, use a soft dry cloth to wipe it or a cotton bud. For cleaning and

disinfection, please report to the cleaning section of this manual

- Never try to disassemble or repair the product.

- A long exposure of the device to lint, dust or sunlight might reduce its life time or damage it.

Damaged sensor might lead to incorrect measurements.

- Do not leave the thermometer unattended with infants or persons who cannot express their

consent.

- Do not use the thermometer for any purpose other than measuring temperature.

- Do not disassemble the thermometer.

- Do not use a cellular phone near the device. It may result in an operational failure.

- Do not store the device at extreme temperatures (see operating range temperatures below)

Precautions before use

- Remove the protective cap prior to taking a measurement

- The device and the patient should be in the same ambient temperature for 10 minutes.

- Infants’ body temperature might vary more than adults’. Avoid making measurements on

babies after nursing or while they are crying. It is recommended to make measurements
children when they are calm.

- Do not take measurement over irritated skin or scars.

- Please perform 3 measurements in a row in case of children under 3 months… If the 3

measurements are different, always take the highest one.

- If the patient has taken a bath or made exercise, please wait for 15 minutes before

proceeding to a measurement.

- If the thermometer was stored in a cool or a warm room, wait for 15 minutes before

proceeding to a measurement.

- Do not move the thermometer while taking the temperature measurement.

- Please wait for one minute between two measurements.

- Remove hair or sweat prior to taking a measurement.

AAA alkaline cells usage

– If AAA alkaline cells fluid should get on your skin or clothing, immediately rinse with plenty of clean
water.
– Use only two AAA alkaline cells with this blood pressure monitor. Do not use any other types of
AAA alkaline cells.
– Do not insert AAA alkaline cells with their polarities incorrectly aligned. – Replace old AAA alkaline
cells with new ones immediately. Replace all two AAA alkaline cells at the same time.
– Do not use new and used AAA alkaline cells together.

AFTER USE

Problem

Cause

Solution

Blank display. The device does

Multiple possible causes

1

. Check and correct the AAA

Cleaning

– Do not use an alcoholic-base or solvent agent to clean the device
– Clean the device with a soft and dry cloth
– Do not submerge the device or any of the components in water. Ensure that no liquid enters the
interior of the thermometer.
– Do not dismantle the device or try to repair it by yourself. If any problem happens, refer to the
distributor
– Do not operate the device under severe environment of extreme temperature or humidity, or direct
sunshine
– Do not shake the unit violently
– Do not let the device under strong shocks, such as dropping the unit on the floor
Wait for 10 minutes after cleaning before taking a temperature measurement.

Storage

– If you are not using the device for an extended period, remove the alkaline cells from the alumimum
tube for storage.
– Store the device and the components in a clean and safe location
– Do not store the device in a wet, humid or dusty location. Do not store the device if it is directly
exposed to the sunlight.
– Ensure that you place the protective cap on the sensor after each use to prevent damages to the
sensor.

Maintenance

If you can’t fix the problems using the troubleshooting instructions, request service from our
dealer. Manufacturer will make available on requested circuit diagrams, component part lists,
descriptions, calibration instructions, or other information that will assist manufacturer’s staff
or authorized representative for repair. It is generally recommended to have the device
inspected every 2 years, to ensure proper functioning and accuracy.

TROUBLESHOOTING

If you one of the following problems while you are using Withings Thermo, refer to this section to
help solve the problem. If the problem persists, please contact our customer service. For any enquiry,
the serial number must be provided. It can be found inside the battery cover. It is made of 12
characters grouped by 2, each group separated by a column, for instance XX:YY:XX:YY:XX:YY

not turn on.

alkaline cells polarities

2. Remove the AAA alkaline
cells and wait for one minute.
Then install the AAA alkaline
cells back.