Vicks Thermometer V940 User Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL  
PROFESSIONAL  
THERMOMETER  
Model V940  
Questions or comments?  
Call toll free at: 1-800-477-0457  
 
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TABLE OF CONTENTS  
Quick Start Guide  
Helpful Guidelines  
Cautions  
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Introduction  
Your Thermometer  
Battery Replacement  
Directions For Use  
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Operation Instructions  
• Oral Method  
• Axillary (underarm) Method  
• Rectal Method  
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10  
11  
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Changing Scale Between (°F) and (°C)  
Memory Mode  
Operation if Poor Contact  
Display Messages  
Care and Cleaning  
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Product Specifications 15  
Lifetime Guarantee 16  
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HELPFUL GUIDELINES  
Some helpful guidelines for best results when using the Vicks  
Professional Thermometer:  
Practice until you receive consistent readings  
Call your doctor when your child has diarrhea, vomiting or changes in  
appetite, lethargy (sluggishness) or is unusually sleepy.  
It is important to know each individual’s “Normal” temperature when they are  
well. This is the only way to accurately diagnose a fever. Take multiple  
readings when healthy to determine “Normal” temperature. A child’s normal  
temperature can be as high as 99.9°F.  
CAUTIONS  
1. Temperature 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 WATER.  
6. Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature that is not in direct sunlight.  
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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 for Testing and Materials (ASTM) accuracy requirement specified in  
ASTM standard E1112 when used under normal operating conditions.  
The Vicks Professional Thermometer is intended for intermittent measurements  
of human body temperature in the home.  
Please read this instruction manual completely before using your new  
thermometer. If you have questions about the meaning of a specific temperature,  
please talk with your physician.  
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YOUR THERMOMETER  
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.  
Cord Retainer  
Probe  
Holder  
Power  
Button  
LCD Display  
Memory  
Button  
Mode  
Probe  
Button  
Probe Tip  
Removable Probe  
Cover Storage Clip  
(backside)  
Battery Cover  
(bottom)  
To fill the probe cover holder, slide covers into the slot on the back.  
It is normal for the covers to stick out above the device.  
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BATTERY REPLACEMENT  
The Vicks Professional Thermometer is supplied with two AAA batteries. Replace  
with new AAA batteries when the low battery symbol (  
) appears on the  
display. Open the battery 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 the battery cover by placing the cover  
back in place and sliding to the left.  
Battery Cover  
Batteries (/ +)  
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DIRECTIONS FOR USE  
Vicks recommends that for 15 minutes prior to use, avoid eating or  
drinking any liquids, exercising, 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.  
Fig. 1  
Thermometer is to be turned off before attempting to  
repeat process.There should be one minute intervals  
between taking temperature.  
The thermometer will automatically shut off in one minute  
after use.  
Operation Instructions:  
Fig. 2  
1. Either pull out the probe from its holder or press the Power  
) button until you hear one beep. All symbols and  
(
number segments will be displayed and the backlight will  
come on (Fig. 1).  
2. Place a new probe cover on the probe (recommended).  
3. The result of the previous reading will be displayed for 2  
seconds (Fig. 2) along with the backlight. The “hourglass”  
symbol ( ) indicates that the thermometer is preparing  
for use (2-3 seconds).  
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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  
(
(Fig. 3). This indicates that the thermometer is ready for  
use.  
5. To change the selected measurement method, simply  
push the Mode ( ) button. The measurement method will  
be indicated on the display as follows:  
Oral  
Underarm  
Rectal  
Oral Method:  
Fig. 4  
Place the probe tip under the tongue deep in the  
sublingual pocket (Fig. 4).  
Gently press the probe downward with the tongue and  
close mouth.  
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DIRECTIONS FOR USE (cont’d)  
Axillary (underarm) Method:  
Fig. 5  
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 clothing  
interferes with the contact.  
Gently hold arm close to body to assure proper placement and accurate  
function.  
Rectal Method:  
It is recommended to use a probe cover lubricated with water soluble jelly.  
Gently slide the sensor tip of the thermometer no more than 1/2” (1.2 cm)  
into the rectum. DO NOT USE IF ANY RESISTANCE IS NOTED.  
6. A running circle on the display screen will appear indicating that  
measurement is in progress (Fig. 6).  
Fig. 6  
7. Temperature will be displayed after a long  
beep is heard (approximately 6 seconds).  
The backlight will come on after 2  
seconds and remain on for 7 seconds.  
8. Turn the unit off either by pressing the Power ( ) button or by replacing the  
probe in the probe holder. In either case, be sure to clean the probe tip  
before you put it in the probe holder.  
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DIRECTIONS FOR USE (cont’d)  
Changing Scale Between (°F) and (°C):  
The Thermometer can display temperature in either Fahrenheit or Centigrade. To  
change the scale, follow the instructions below:  
Fig. 7  
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 display will first show  
the previously used scale. Press the Mode ( ) button to  
switch to the alternate scale (Fig. 7).  
3. When the “hourglass” symbol ( ) disappears, the  
thermometer is ready to measure by the selected measurement scale.  
NOTE: If thermometer is turned off before a measurement is taken after the  
scale change, the scale will revert to the one last used.  
Memory Mode:  
Fig. 8  
When the unit is off, you can enter Memory Mode by pressing  
the Memory ( ) button.  
Press the Memory ( ) button again to recall up to 10 past  
measurements (Fig. 8). The readout will indicate the  
temperature, elapsed time since the reading and measuring  
location.  
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DIRECTIONS FOR USE (cont’d)  
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:  
Fig. 9  
If during measurement, there is irregular activity resulting  
in poor contact with the measuring site,or if ambient  
temperature is > 89.6°F, the unit will enter monitor mode.  
The device will reflect this with a flashing site icon (Fig. 9).  
In that case, please follow the instruction below.  
1. Following the thermometer premeasurement preparation if  
you see a temperature value on the display, instead of a  
running circle, the thermometer is operating in the monitoring mode.  
2. The “body site” icon ( ) and the “°F” or “°C” indicator will begin to blink  
(Fig. 8) and a short beep will be heard every 10 seconds to indicate that the  
measurement is in progress.  
3. When a long beep is heard, the process is complete and the temperature will  
be displayed in “°F” or “°C”.  
NOTE: A measurement by the monitoring mode typically takes 30 seconds.  
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DISPLAY 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).  
Fig. 10  
Fig. 11  
Cause  
If the detected temperature is above  
109.2°F (42.9°C) the display will indicate  
"HI" (Fig. 11).  
Fig. 12  
Cause  
If there is a malfunction with the thermometer, the display  
will show "Err" (Fig. 12). The unit will automatically power off  
in 1 minute or you can turn the unit off by pushing the Power  
(
) button. If Err message continues, please contact  
Consumer Relations at 1-800-477-0457.  
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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 cleanser, thinner, benzene or  
submerge the thermometer in water or other liquids.  
Do not expose the thermometer to extreme temperature, humidity, direct  
sunlight or shock. Store in a clean, dry place at room temperature.  
NOTE: Do not submerge the thermometer in water or in other liquids...the  
thermometer is water resistant but not waterproof.  
Vicks recommends the use of probe covers for hygienic control.  
Protect probe sensor after use by cleaning and placing it in the holder prior to  
storing.  
Use an alcohol swab or cotton swab moistened with 70% isopropyl alcohol to  
clean the probe tip.  
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS  
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 by pulling out the Probe from the Probe Holder or  
pressing the Power key.  
Auto power off in one minute of no use.  
Low battery indication.  
Self circuit detection.  
LED backlight.  
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LIFETIME GUARANTEE  
Your 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 or replace it, at our option, free for one year from the date of  
purchase. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights as well as other rights  
which may vary from state to state.  
If the thermometer does not function properly, first check the battery. Replace if  
necessary. If repair is necessary call our Consumer Relations Department at  
1-800-477-0457, email us at [email protected], or write to Kaz,  
Incorporated, Consumer Relations Department, 250 Turnpike Road,  
Southborough, MA 01772, explaining just how the thermometer is improperly  
working. Our consumer service representatives will provide further instruction on  
how to correct the trouble yourself or will ask you to return the thermometer for  
repair or replacement.  
K Manufacturing Quality Healthcare Products for Over 75 Years  
Distributed by Kaz, Inc. under license from The Procter & Gamble Company, Cincinnati, Ohio USA.  
VICKS is a registered trademark of The Procter & Gamble Company.  
©2005 Kaz, Incorporated  
Made and printed in China  
P/N: 31IMV940190  
 

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