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Braun Thermoscan Pro 4000 Ear Thermometer: Operation and Technique

The document provides instructions for using the Braun ThermoScan PRO 4000 ear thermometer. It lists factors that can affect accuracy and gives directions for taking temperature readings. The thermometer automatically turns on when a probe cover is attached. It beeps when ready and the user places the probe in the ear, pressing start. A final beep indicates a reading is displayed. Error messages are shown if the probe is misplaced or batteries are low. Contact information is provided for support.

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Braun Thermoscan Pro 4000 Ear Thermometer: Operation and Technique

The document provides instructions for using the Braun ThermoScan PRO 4000 ear thermometer. It lists factors that can affect accuracy and gives directions for taking temperature readings. The thermometer automatically turns on when a probe cover is attached. It beeps when ready and the user places the probe in the ear, pressing start. A final beep indicates a reading is displayed. Error messages are shown if the probe is misplaced or batteries are low. Contact information is provided for support.

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Braun ThermoScan

PRO 4000
Ear Thermometer

operation and technique


1.

2.

what affects accuracy


Factor
Affects Accuracy

Yes
No
Poor Probe Placement
3
No Probe Cover
3
Used Probe Cover
3
Ambient Temperature
3
Dirty/Chipped Lens
3
Hearing Aid
3
Lying on Pillow
3
Cerumen (ear wax)
3
Otitis Media (ear infection)
3
Tympanostomy tubes
3

directions for opening


battery door

Remove the thermometer from the case and


attach a new probe cover. The device turns
on automatically.

98.4
94.1

97.8

99.1

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 flashes, indicating
correct probe placement.

4.

A long beep and a solid green ExacTemp light


signals the end of an accurate measurement.
Eject the used probe cover. For the next
measurement, put on a new, clean probe cover.

5.

If the probe is placed incorrectly or was moved


while taking a temperature, the device beeps, the
green ExacTemp light goes out and POS (Position
Error) displays.

6.

Press

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.

button to recall the last temperature.

error messages and solutions


No probe cover is attached Attach new, clean probe cover.

OLD INSTRUCTIONS
(POS = position error) The infrared monitor cannot find a temperature
equilibrium and allows no measurement Clear the display by changing the
probe cover. Ensure that the positioning of the probe is correct and remains stable.

NEW INSTRUCTIONS

Ambient temperature is not within the allowed operating range 50-104 F


(10-40 C) or changing too rapidly Allow the thermometer to remain for 30
minutes in a room where the temperature is between 50 and 104 F / 10 and 40 C.
System Error Wait 1 minute until the thermometer turns off automatically, then
turn on again. If error persists reset the thermometer by removing the batteries and
putting them back in. If error still persists contact your Welch Allyn representative.
Battery is low, but thermometer will still operate correctly
Insert new batteries.
Battery is too low to take correct temperature measurements
Insert new batteries.

For support, please contact Welch Allyn at 800.535.6663

www.welchallyn.com
ThermoScan is a registered trademark of Braun GmBH
2013 Welch Allyn Inc. All rights reserved.
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