Thank you for purchasing the ConairCare Infrared Forehead Thermometer (ITH91). This product features the latest technology and has been tested according to international medical device standards. It has been cleared by the FDA for home and professional use. The thermometer’s unique technology enables stable and accurate measurements every time. This product is designed specifically to monitor body temperature for use at home or in clinical settings. Please read the instruction manual carefully and keep it in a safe place for reference.
Never use the thermometer for purposes other than those it has been intended for. The use of this thermometer is not intended as a substitute for a consultation with your healthcare provider. If you are concerned about your health, please see your physician. Elevated temperature may signal a serious illness, especially in older individuals, people with compromised immune systems, and infants. In order to properly diagnose an elevated temperature, it is important to know an individual’s normal body temperature. We suggest taking several readings when the person is healthy, to set a baseline for their normal temperature.
Infrared thermometers cannot be used to diagnose COVID-19 or other illnesses. Infrared thermometers can identify individuals with higher-than-average body temperatures compared to a sample population. Only a medical professional can determine whether an individual is experiencing an abnormal medical condition or illness. Note that an abnormal medical condition may be present even when an individual does not show a fever. When in doubt, consult your physician. Follow general safety guidelines when using this thermometer on children. Do not allow children to take their temperature unattended. This is not a toy. Do not use this thermometer on children less than 3 months of age.
Keep the device away from direct sunlight. Store in a dry and dust-free environment, ideally within a storage temperature range of 4˚F to 131˚F (-20˚C to 55˚C). Before taking temperature readings, please make sure the sensor surface is clean. If there is visible dust or dirt, you may clean the surface with a cotton swab dipped in rubbing alcohol before using the device.
After cleaning the sensor head with alcohol, it is recommended to leave the device for a few minutes until the alcohol evaporates and the sensor head returns to its normal temperature. We suggest cleaning the thermometer sensor after each use, to ensure measurement accuracy and to avoid potential cross-contamination. To make sure the measurement result is accurate, wait at least 30 seconds after each measurement before you measure again.
Because babies are slower at adapting to temperature changes in the environment, if drastic temperature changes are observed, it is best to wait a few minutes in the same environment, until the baby’s body temperature becomes stable, before taking any temperature readings to ensure the most accurate results. It is recommended to take 3 temperature readings and reference the highest recorded measurement for babies between 3 months to 3 years of age, or for first-time users of the device.
This thermometer detects infrared energy radiated from the skin and tissue of the forehead. This thermometer has been tested and proven to be safe and accurate when used as directed in this instruction manual. This device has settings that alert you to a temperature above normal. Normal temperature varies from person to person, by age, and even by time of day and activity. It is best to establish a “normal” temperature range for each user of the thermometer while the person is feeling well. We suggest taking readings in the morning and in the late afternoon and averaging them to get a “normal” temperature.
Record that temperature so you can use it to compare against temperatures measured for that person when they are not feeling well. Note that normal body temperatures tend to decrease with age. The ConairCare Thermometer features a temperature alert setting: It will vibrate to alert you to a low-grade and also to a high-grade fever. Generally, temperatures in the range of 96.4˚F – 99.4˚F (35.8˚C – 37.4˚C) are considered normal; temperatures between 99.5˚F – 101.3˚F (37.5˚C – 38.5˚C) are considered a light fever and temperatures over 101.3˚F (38.5˚C) are considered a high-grade fever.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR THERMOMETER
SETTING UP YOUR THERMOMETER
Push the power button on the thermometer to turn on the device. If the thermometer display does not light up, open the battery door on the bottom of the handle and make sure the batteries are correctly installed with respect to polarity. Close the battery door and press the button again. The display will light up. Selecting temperature units With the thermometer turned off, press and hold the power button for 5 seconds. The thermometer will display — ˚C. Then press the power button again to switch to ˚F.
Clean the skin of the forehead and make sure the area is free of hair, sweat, lotion, or makeup. Wait at least 30 minutes after strenuous exercise to take your temperature. Take the temperature in a room that does not have significant changes in airflow, such as a room with large fans and air conditioners. Do not take your temperature near heat sources, such as radiators or heat registers. The body’s temperature adapts to the environment. Allow at least 20 minutes to adjust to room temperature if a person is entering a room that is significantly warmer or cooler than the room they were in previously.
MEASURING FOREHEAD TEMPERATURE
Simply press the power button to turn on the device. After about 2 seconds, the dot matrix screen displays “FOR” and the previously chosen unit of temperature (˚F or ˚C). To take the temperature, gently touch the user’s forehead with the front of the cap: Aim at the center of the forehead, between and slightly above the eyebrows. Press the power button. The thermometer will vibrate gently to indicate that the measurement is complete, and the temperature will display on the thermometer. The device will automatically shut down after 30 seconds.
Turn the device on. With the thermometer in standby mode (display shows “FOR”), press and hold the power button for about 4 seconds. The display will show FOR. The recorded readings will display. The device can record up to 12 readings.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
This product uses 2 AAA alkaline batteries (included). When the display shows “LOL,” it indicates that the batteries are low and need to be replaced. To replace the batteries, push the battery cover on the bottom of the handle in the direction of the arrow. Take out the old batteries and install the new batteries, making sure the polarity is correct (note the “+” and “-” signs). Close the battery door and properly dispose of the batteries. If the thermometer is not used for more than 3 months, remove the batteries to prevent potential damage from battery fluid.
Check whether the battery level is sufficient before each use. If the battery is low (display shows “LOL”) change the batteries and then take the temperature. Before each use, check the equipment casing for damage. If it is damaged, do not use it. The sensor head is the most important part of the thermometer, and the front part (sensor mirror) is fragile. Be careful not to damage the sensor when you clean it. Wipe with a soft, dry cloth after each use. If the thermometer is dirty, you may wipe the unit with a damp cloth moistened with water or neutral detergent, and then wipe it with a dry cloth.
Avoid water entering the body of the thermometer so that the internal electronic components do not get damaged. If you are concerned about contamination, you may clean the thermometer with 75% alcohol before and after use. Use only a small amount of alcohol: Excessive amounts of alcohol can damage the electronics of the device. Do not use volatile oil, paint thinner, or other chemical solvents to wipe the product.
Shows during boot-up and in self-test mode
(display reads “For F”)
Indicates thermometer is in standby mode
CLASSIFICATION
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WARNING:
Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Conair will repair or replace (at our option) your unit free of charge for 12 months from the date of purchase if the appliance is defective in workmanship or materials. To obtain service under this warranty, return the defective product to the service center listed below, together with your purchase receipt and $3.00 for postage and handling. California residents need only provide proof of purchase and should call 1-800-334-4031 for shipping instructions. In the absence of a purchase receipt, the warranty period shall be 12 months from the date of manufacture.
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, OBLIGATIONS, OR LIABILITIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE 12-MONTH DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN, LIMITED WARRANTY. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
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