American Diagnostic Corporation (ADC) 424 Adtemp - Manual (Page 2)

INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the ADC® Adtemp™ 424 Tympanic Digital Thermome-
ter. ADC® professional diagnostic products are the instruments of choice in hospitals and
physician's offices throughout the world, where accuracy and dependability are critical.
Now, you too can enjoy the benefits of ADC® engineering and quality in the home. This fea-
ture rich instrument was designed to simplify use and deliver consistent, dependable results.
Your ADC® Adtemp™ 424 Digital Tympanic Thermometer is an automatic measuring
device that offers the Advantages of Multiple Use (Wide Range Measurement). The AdtempTM
424 offers a wide range measurement feature ranging from 89.6°F ~ 108°F (32°C ~ 42.2°C);
the product can be used as an ear thermometer to measure body temperature.
Quick Measurement: The innovative infrared technology allows measurement of ear tem- •
perature in only 1 second.
Accurate and reliable: Due to the unique probe assembly construction, the advanced •
infrared sensor, and the complete calibration process this unit can offer a very accurate
and reliable ear temperature measurement.
Gentle and Easy to Use •
• Special ergonomic design enables simple and easy use of the thermometer.
• This thermometer can be used without interference to daily lifestyle. A measurement
can be taken even while a child is sleeping.
• This thermometer is convenient to use for children.
• This thermometer is less threatening to a child than a rectal thermometer and more
pleasant to use than an oral thermometer.
Auto-Display Memory: The product displays the last reading automatically for 3 seconds •
when the unit is switched ON.
Safe and Hygienic •
• No risk of broken glass or mercury ingestion
• Completely safe for use on children
• Disposable probe covers make Adtemp™ 424 completely hygienic
2. Important Safety Instructions
• Never use the thermometer for purposes other than body or surface temperature meas-
urement. Please follow the safety precautions when using on children.
• Always use the thermometer with a new undamaged Probe Cover for each measurement to prevent
infection. Readings taken without probe covers will not be accurate. Only ADC® brand probe covers
can ensure that you get an accurate measurement from the 424 Digital Ear Thermometer.
• Never immerse the thermometer into water or other liquids. (not waterproof) For cleaning
and disinfecting please follow the instructions in section 10, "Cleaning and Storage”.
• Keep the instrument and the probe covers away from direct exposure to the sun and keep
it in a dust-free, dry area at a temperature between 10° - 40° (50°F - 104°F).
• If the instrument is not going to be used for a prolonged period the battery should be removed.
• Ensure that children do not use the instrument unsupervised; some parts are small
enough to be swallowed.
• Do not use the thermometer if there are signs of damage on the probe or on the instru-