Battery Handling Safety Precautions; Introduction - Beurer FT 58 Mode D'emploi

• Measure temperature regularly to calculate the normal ear temperature and then use these mea-
surements as a basis for comparison when taking measurements in the event of a suspected
high temperature.
• Do not use the thermometer on multiple people if any of them have an ear infection, even when
using protective covers on the sensor tip.
• Use this ear thermometer only with the protective cover in place.
• Read these instructions for use carefully and keep them for later use.
NOTE:
• Taking your temperature provides information about your current state of well-being. If you are
uncertain about interpreting the results or if the result is abnormal (e.g. fever), consult your doc-
tor. This also applies in the case of slight temperature changes if there are other symptoms of
illness such as agitation, severe sweating, flushed skin, fast pulse rate, tendency to collapse, etc.
• Temperatures measured with different thermometers cannot be compared. You should tell your
doctor or keep in mind if you are measuring for yourself what type of thermometer you use and
in which part of the body.

Battery Handling Safety Precautions

• Use only the size and type of batteries specified.
• Be sure to follow the correct polarity when installing the batteries. Reversed batteries may cause dam-
age to the device.
• Do not mix different types of batteries together (e.g., alkaline and carbon-zinc or rechargeable batter-
ies) or old batteries with fresh ones. Always replace batteries as a simultaneous set.
• If the batteries in the device are depleted or the device will not be used for a long period of time, remove
the batteries to prevent damage or injury from possible battery leakage.
• Do not try to recharge batteries not intended to be recharged; they can overheat and rupture (follow
battery manufacturer's directions.)
• Do not dispose of batteries in fire, batteries may explode or leak.
• Clean the battery contacts and also those of the device prior to battery installation.
• Remove discharged batteries from the product and dispose/recycle in compliance with all applicable
laws.
• Swallowing batteries and/or battery fluid can be extremely dangerous. Keep the battery out of the
reach of children. Should a child, or any other person swallow a battery and/or battery fluid, please
call 911 immediately.
• Should battery fluid leak and come into contact with your eyes or skin, immediately rinse with plenty
of clean water. Please call 911 immediately.
• Batteries should not be charged or reactivated by any other means.
• Batteries should not be taken apart, thrown in the fire or short circuited.
• Keep batteries away from children and pets. Batteries may be harmful if swallowed. Should a child or
pet swallow a battery, seek medical assistance immediately.

2. Introduction

This infrared thermometer measures:
• Temperature in the human ear
• Surface temperature of objects and liquids
• Ambient temperatures
Additional features include:
• Stores last 10 measurements for plotting changes in temperature.
• Stores date and time with each measurement.
• Fever alarm for temperatures over 100,4 °F (38 °C).
• Switchable between °F and °C.
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