Vicks V940 manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL PROFESSIONAL THERMOMETER Model V940 Questions or comments? Call toll free at: 1-800-477-0457 consumerrelations@kaz.com www .kaz.com V940 OM.qxd 12/28/05 11:17 AM Page 1[...]

QUICK ST ART GUIDE FIRST TIME USE:  Pull plastic strip from Battery Compartment. Discard.  Remove protective 98.6°F label from the LCD display . Discard. 2 6 Press or replace probe into holder T urns unit Off. 5 Beep indicates reading complete 4 Race track indicates thermometer in measuring process. 3 Place probe tip in location to take meas[...]

T ABLE OF CONTENTS Quick Start Guide 2 Helpful Guidelines 4 Cautions 4 Introduction 5 Y our Thermometer 6 Battery Replacement 7 Directions For Use 8 9 10 10 11 11 12 Operation Instructions • Oral Method • Axillary (underarm) Method • Rectal Method Changing Scale Between (°F) and (°C) Memory Mode Operation if Poor Contact Display Messages 13[...]

CAUTIONS 1. T emperature may only be taken by 3 methods: oral, underarm and rectal. 2. For hygienic purposes, Vicks recommends applying a probe cover for each use. (Probe covers sold separately) 3. Do not use this thermometer near combustible agents. 4. Never use an abrasive cleanser . 5. DO NOT SUBMERGE IN WA TER. 6. Store in a cool, dry place a t[...]

INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the Vicks Professional Thermometer . This thermometer enables accurate temperature measurement in about 7 seconds in the oral, rectal, or underarm modes when ambient temperature is between 50°F and 89.6°F (10°C and 32°C). The Vicks Professional Thermometer is hospital tested and meets the American Society f[...]

YOUR THERMOMETER 6 The Vicks Professional Thermometer includes the following components:  Vicks Professional Thermometer (Model V940)  2 AAA replaceable batteries (installed)  Instruction Manual  Removable probe cover holder + 5 disposable covers. Probe LCD Display Power Button Memory Button Mode Button Probe Tip Removable Probe Cover S[...]

The Vicks Professional Thermometer is supplied with two AAA batteries. Replace with new AAA batteries when the low batter y symbol ( ) appears on the display . Open the batter y cover by sliding it to the right, revealing the battery compartment. Replace the new batteries ensuring proper alignment as marked inside the battery compartment. Replace t[...]

Vicks recommends that for 15 minutes prior to use, avoid eating or drinking any liquids, e xercising, taking showers or baths, or smoking.  Remain still and quiet during measurement.  Accuracy of reading depends on the proper placement of the thermometer .  Use a new probe cover before each use.  Thermometer is to be turned off before a[...]

DIRECTIONS FOR USE (cont’d) 4. Do not attempt to take temperature until the “OK” symbol ( ) and backlight disappear and two beeps are heard (Fig. 3). This indicates that the thermometer is read y for use. 5. T o change the selected measurement method, simply push the Mode ( ) button. The measurement method will be indicated on the display as [...]

Axillary (underarm) Method:  Wipe the underarm with a towel. Place the probe tip under the arm so the tip is touching the skin and close the arm overtop the thermometer (Fig. 5). Be sure no c lothing interferes with the contact.  Gently hold arm close to body to assure proper placement and accurate function. Rectal Method:  It is recommend[...]

Changing Scale Between (°F) and (°C): The Thermometer can display temperature in either Fahrenheit or Centigrade. T o change the scale, follow the instructions below: 1. Start with the thermometer turned off. 2. Simultaneously , press and hold the Mode ( ) and Memory ( ) buttons for approximately 2 seconds. Release buttons after the beep. The dis[...]

Memory Mode Continued: The elapsed time will record for up 99 hours and 59 minutes. If there are measurements in the history that are past this time, the time area of the screen will have dashes (---). If there is no action after 1 minute, the thermometer will automatically shut off. Operation if Poor Contact: If during measurement, there is irregu[...]

DISPLA Y MESSAGES The thermometer has been designed to display feedback messages to ensure proper usage and accurate measurement. In the event of a malfunction or incorrect measurement, the following messages will be displayed: Cause If the measured temperature is below 89.6°F (32.0°C) the display will indicate “LO” (Fig. 10). Cause If the de[...]

CARE AND CLEANING  Keep the thermometer clean and protected  Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the body of the thermometer .  Never clean the thermometer with an abrasive c leanser , thinner , benzene or submerge the thermometer in water or other liquids.  Do not expose the thermometer to extreme temperature, humidity , direct sunlight or [...]

PRODUCT SPECIFICA TIONS  Read times average 7 seconds for all measuring sites based on human clinical test results.  Power supply: 1.5V AAA size battery (Alkaline) x2.  10 memories with elapsed time in hours and minutes since the last reading.  °F/°C switchable  Mode selection from oral to underarm and rectal.  Can be powered on[...]

LIFETIME GUARANTEE Y our VICKS ® Professional Thermometer is durable and manufactured for a lifetime of normal household use. Following directions carefully will ensure years of dependable operation. If for any reason (other than misuse or normal battery replacement) you are dissatisfied with your VICKS ® Professional Thermometer , we will repair[...]