Beurer FT 78 - Manual (Page 12)

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1. signs and symbols
The following symbols appear in these instructions for use and on the
device:
WARNING
Warning notice indicating a risk of injury or damage to health.
IMPORTANT
Safety note indicating possible damage to the unit/accessory.
Note
Note on important information.
Observe the instructions for use
Application part, type BF
Disposal in accordance with the Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment EC Directive – WEEE
The CE labelling certifies that the product complies
with the essential requirements of Directive 93/42/EEC
on medical products.
Manufacturer
IP 22
IP 22, protection against harmful ingress of water
and dust
2. Intended use
The ear thermometer is only intended for measuring the body tempera-
ture in the ear. Do not use the ear thermometer for measurements in
other parts of the body.
The ear thermometer has been carefully developed for precise, safe and
rapid temperature measurements in the ear. It is a non-invasive ear ther-
mometer with an infra-red detector to determine the body temperature
in the auditory canal of adults and children.
Use the device for the intended purpose only and in the manner specified
in these instructions for use. Any form of improper use can be danger-
ous. The manufacturer is not liable for damage resulting from improper
or careless use.
The quality of the device has been verified and conforms to the require-
ments of Council Directive 93/42/EEC (Medical Devices Directive) Annex I,
Essential requirements, and the corresponding harmonised standards.
EN 12470-5: 2003 Clinical thermometers – Part 5: Performance of infra-
red ear thermometers (with maximum device).
Please note that portable and mobile HF communication systems may
interfere with this unit. More details can be requested from the stated
Customer Service address or found at the end of the instructions for use.
3. Notes
safety notes
WARNING
• To measure temperature, insert the sensor tip of the ear thermometer
carefully into the ear.
• Use of the thermometer on different persons can be inappropriate in
the event of certain acute infectious diseases because of the possible
spread of germs despite cleaning and disinfection. If you have any
doubts, please consult your doctor.