Some Information On Temperature Measurements At The Temples; Before First Use; Measuring Body Temperature - Reer SoftTemp Instructions

Some information on temperature
measurements at the temples
The contactless thermometer measures the infra-red energy
at the temples emitted by the skin. In this process, the value
of the energy emitted at the temple is measured and, to-
gether with the ambient temperature, converted into a body
temperature value. The measuring result is shown within
one second.
A fever condition is present if the body temperature rises
above 38 degree Celsius. Fever is a sign of our body battling
with pathogens. Measurements from various body parts
should not be compared, since a temperature range is nor-
mal for a human body even in a fever-free condition. There
may also be variations in the body temperature, depending
on the time of day and the age of the person. Basically, we
distinguish between the body core temperature and the
surface temperature.
The body core temperature (rectal measurement) may quite
normally be higher compared to the surface temperature
(measured at the temple), depending on the fever trend.
When the temperature is rising, the body conserves the heat
internally. This leads to the skin cooling down temporarily,
despite the existing fever condition. In this case, the surface
temperature measured with the contactless thermometer
may be extraordinarily low. In this case, we recommend a
second measurement with a traditional clinical thermometer
suitable for rectal measuring to check.
We recommend measuring the body core temperature with
a rectal clinical thermometer in the following cases:
– If the measuring result is surprisingly low
– For new-born babies during the first 100 days
– For children under the age of 3 with a vulnerable immune
system or who react alarmingly in case of fever or the
absence of fever.
If you are unsure about the interpretation of the results or
in case of abnormal values (e.g. fever), you should consult a
physician.
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Before first use

Before using the thermometer for the first time, the
batteries must be inserted. Make sure the polarity (+/–)
of the batteries is correct.
Used batteries do not belong in normal household
waste. The batteries included must not be recharged or
reactivated by other means, may not be disassembled
or exposed to fire or short-circuited. Batteries must be
disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner.
Remove the batteries from the device if it is not to be
used for lengthy periods of time.

Measuring body temperature

The thermometer was developed to measure the body tem-
perature above the eyebrows in the area between forehead
and temple. If you measure in another part of the body, the
measuring data may be inaccurate.
– Before each measurement, ensure that the sensor is clean.
If it is not, please clean the device as described on page 20.
– Check if the forehead is damp (cool skin effect).
It must be absolutely dry.
– Make sure the temples are free of dirt and cosmetics. Avoid
measuring on possibly existing scars.
– Vasoconstrictive medication may affect the measuring value.
– Portable and mobile communication devices may affect
the device.
– Wait for at least 30 minutes before measuring after doing
sports or exercise, after a bath or after a meal.
– If possible, only use the thermometer indoors, not outdoors.
External influences such as wind and the outside tempera-
ture can affect the measuring result.
– If the device has been in an environment with extreme tem-
peratures, keep it at room temperature for at least one hour
before measuring.
– If the thermometer is held in your hand for too long before
measuring, the device heats up. This can affect the measu-
ring result.
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