PRT1000 - Thermometers BRAUN - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Digital thermometer
Brand	Braun
Model	PRT1000
Power supply	SR41 1.55 V battery (integrated)
Battery life	Device lifespan
Measuring range	32.0 °C – 42.9 °C
Accuracy	± 0.1 °C between 35.5 °C and 42 °C (ambient 18 °C – 28 °C)
Display	3-digit LCD screen, resolution 0.1 °C
Operating ambient temperature	+10 °C to +40 °C
Storage ambient temperature	-10 °C to +60 °C
Operating humidity	Greater than 85% RH
Measuring modes	Oral, axillary, rectal
Measuring time	Oral: approx. 20 s; axillary: 90 s or more; rectal: fast
End beep	10 beeps
Memory	Automatic storage of last reading (display via long press of 3 s)
Auto shutdown	After 10 minutes
Cleaning and disinfection	Standard commercial disinfectant (immersion max 24 h)
Safety	Flexible tip (do not bend more than 45°); protective cap; household use only
Standards	DIN EN 60601-1, DIN EN 12470-3, ASTM E1112-00, directive 93/42/EC
Warranty	2 years
Included accessories	Protective cap
Country of manufacture	Not specified (estimated: China)

Frequently Asked Questions - PRT1000 BRAUN

How to clean the Braun PRT1000 thermometer?

Use a standard commercial disinfectant. You can immerse the tip in the solution for 24 hours maximum. Never boil the thermometer.

What does the 'ERR' display mean?

The ERR symbol indicates an internal malfunction. Contact the authorized Kaz Customer Service for repair or replacement.

How long does the underarm measurement take?

Axillary measurement requires at least 90 seconds to be accurate. It is recommended to wait this duration before reading the temperature.

How to display the last stored measurement?

Press the on/off button for more than 3 seconds when turning on. The last value is displayed with a small 'M' for memory.

What battery does the PRT1000 thermometer use?

It uses a SR41 1.55 V battery. The battery is integrated and the cover is fixed; replacement must be performed by an authorized professional.

Can the thermometer be used in the ear?

No, this model is designed for oral, axillary, or rectal measurement. For ear measurement, Braun recommends the ThermoScan model.

What to do if the screen shows 'H' or 'L'?

'H' means temperature too high (>42.9 °C); 'L' (or downward triangle) means temperature too low (<32 °C). Check the placement and ambient temperature.

The thermometer turns off by itself, is that normal?

Yes, to save the battery, it automatically shuts off after 10 minutes of inactivity.

What is the accuracy of the Braun PRT1000?

The accuracy is ±0.1 °C between 35.5 °C and 42 °C, for an ambient temperature between 18 °C and 28 °C.

Where to find the date of manufacture?

It is indicated by the LOT number in the battery compartment. Example: LOT 503 = week 03 of 2005 (the first digit after LOT is the last digit of the year).

USER MANUAL PRT1000 BRAUN

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Internet:

www.kaz.com/braun

Manufactured by:

Kaz Europe SA

Place Chauderon 18

CH-1003 Lausanne

Switzerland

6-024-350/00/X-07/M

GB/F/E/P/Arab

P/N 31IM1000190

English

Description

1 High-speed measuring sensor 2 Extra gentle flexible tip 3 On/off button 4 Large display 5 Battery compartment cover 6 Protective cap

Thank you for purchasing this Braun Digital Thermometer. This premium, high-speed, digital thermometer was developed to measure the human body temperature under the tongue, under the armpit, or inside the rectum.

As with any other thermometer, proper handling and storage is necessary in order to obtain accurate readings. When used

properly, this thermometer will give you years of accurate temperature readings that you can depend on. Please read the use instructions thoroughly. The use of this thermometer is not intended as a substitute for consultation with your doctor.

Safety instructions

- This thermometer is intended for household use only.

• The thermometer is only suitable for the measurement of body temperature! • Always adhere to the minimum measurement time (until the signaling tone [beep] is heard).
• Keep the thermometer away from children.
• Do not expose the thermometer to mechanical shock. Use the protective cap to prevent damage.
• Do not bend the tip more than 45°! - Do not expose to temperatures
• Do not expose to temperatures above 60 °C. Never boil the thermometer! Keep the thermometer away from direct sunlight or high temperatures.
• Only use commercial disinfectants to clean the thermometer. The thermometer must be intact when immersed in liquid disinfectant.
• Attention: The thermometer contains a SR41 1.55 V battery. The battery life is associated with the lifetime of the thermometer. For your safety, the battery compartment lid is securely attached to the thermometer and cannot be removed without a standard tool. For disposal, please comply with local regulations for special waste.
• The thermometer is initially calibrated at the time of manufacture. If this thermometer is used according to the use instructions, the accuracy of measurements will not be affected. If at any time you question the accuracy of the temperature measurement, please contact an authorized Kaz Service Center.
• Manufacturing date is given by the LOT number located in the battery compartment. The first number after LOT represents the last digit of the year of manufacture. The last two digits give the week of manufacture. An example: LOT 503 – this product has been manufactured in the week 03 of the year 2005.

Hints when measuring at different sites

Oral use

Do not drink hot or cold fluids, exercise, smoke, or perform other activities that will raise or lower temperature readings when compared to your normal body temperature. We recommend using the thermometer orally only with children four years and older. The mouth should remain closed up to 5 minutes before taking a reading. Place the probe well under the tongue. Instruct children not to bite down on the probe. Opening the mouth or improper placement of the probe tip could result in a longer measurement time. The peak temperature should be reached in approximately 20 seconds.

Underarm/axillary use

The armpit is not an ideal site to measure body temperature, because temperature is measured on the surface of the skin and not in a closed body cavity (such as mouth and rectum). The time required for an accurate underarm temperature may therefore take 90 seconds or longer. For an accurate temperature measurement you should: Wipe the underarm with a dry towel. Keep the armpit closed for several minutes before placing the thermometer. Do not open the armpit too long before placing the thermometer. Place the thermometer under the armpit and press the arm tightly against the body. Make sure the measuring sensor is completely covered under the armpit and do not open it during the measurement process. To ensure an accurate underarm (axillar) measurement we recommend waiting 90 seconds before reading the temperature displayed. Please note that the reading obtained immediately after the beep might be compromised by the above mentioned shortcomings related to the axillar measurement site.

Rectal use

Gently insert the tip of the thermometer into the rectum. Do not force the tip into the rectum (if resistance is encountered). The rectum is a closed body cavity and allows a faster reading.

How to use the Braun Digital Thermometer

To turn on the thermometer, push the light green on/off button; a short signaling tone [beep] signals “Thermometer on”. A display test is performed lighting up all symbols on the display. In an ambient temperature below 32 °C “----” and a “°C” appear and the thermometer is now ready for use on different body sites. (In an ambient temperature higher than 32 °C, the temperature and a flashing “°C” are displayed).

- During measurement, the current temperature is displayed continuously. The “°C” symbol flashes during this period of time. The measuring process is finished when the signaling tone sounds [beep...beep...beep 10 times] and the “°C” is no longer flashing.

- To prolong the life of the battery, turn the thermometer off by pressing the on/off button briefly. Otherwise the thermometer will automatically turn off after about 10 minutes.

Memory Mode

- If you press the on/off button for more than 3 seconds when turning the thermometer on, the last measured temperature, which was stored automatically, will be displayed. At the same time, a small “M” for memory will appear at the right of the display. After 3 more seconds, this value will disappear and the thermometer will switch off. The stored value will be replaced by the new value, which is also stored automatically.

Cleaning & disinfecting

In order to avoid cross-contamination clean the Braun Digital Thermometer thoroughly after usage. We recommend using commercial disinfectants. Do not immerse the thermometer in this dilution for more than 24 hours.

Body temperature

Normal body temperature is a range. The following table shows that this normal range also varies by site. Therefore, readings from different sites should not be directly compared.

Normal ranges by site:

Axillary: 34.7–37.3 °C 94.5–99.1 °F Oral: 35.5–37.5 °C 95.9–99.5 °F Rectal: 36.6–38.0 °C 97.9–100.4 °F

However, the range of normal also varies from person to person and fluctuates throughout the day. It is therefore important to determine your normal temperature range. Practice taking temperatures on yourself and healthy family members to determine their normal temperature ranges.

Trouble shooting

“ERR

Every time the thermometer is turned on a test is performed automatically to check that the thermometer is in working order. If the message “ERR” appears on the display, contact the Kaz Service Centre.

When the «▽»-symbol appears, the battery is exhausted and needs to be disposed.

«H»

The measured temperature exceeds the displayed temperature range (>42.9 °C).

The measured temperature is lower than the displayed temperature range (<32.0 °C).

Product specifications

Displayed temperature range

32.0 °C to 42.9 °C

Operating temperature

+10 °C to +40 °C

Operating humidity

up to 85% r. h.

Measurement accuracy

± 0.1 °C between 35.5 °C and 42 °C body temperature at an ambient temperature of 18 °C to 28 °C

Display

Liquid crystal display (LCD) with three digits. Smallest unit of display: 0.1 °C

Recommended storage

-10 °C to +60 °C

Battery

1.55 V

If the device is not used within specified temperature and humidity ranges the technical accuracy of the measurement cannot be guaranteed.

Type BF equipment

Subject to change without notice.

This appliance conforms to the following standards:

DIN EN 60601-1:3/96 «Medical electrical equipment» –

Part 1: General requirements for safety DIN EN 60601-1-2/2001 «Medical electrical equipment» –

Part 1-2: General requirements for safety – collateral standard: Electromagnetic compatibility – requirements and tests

DIN EN 12470-3:2000 «Clinical thermometers» –

Part 3: Performance of compact electrical thermometers (predictive and non-predictive) with maximum device

MEDICAL ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT needs special precautions regarding EMC. For detailed description of EMC requirements please contact an authorized local Service Centre (See Package Insert).

Portable and mobile RF communications equipment can affect MEDICAL ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT.

ASTM Standard 1112-00 "Standard Specification for Electronic Thermometer for intermittent determination of patient temperature"

This product conforms to the provisions of the EC directive 93/42/EEC (Medical Device Directive).

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Please do not dispose of the product in the household waste at the end of its useful life.

Disposal can take place at your local retailer or at appropriate collection points provided in your country.

ThermoScan Ear Thermometer

For newborns and children in particular, we also recommend the Braun ThermoScan ear thermometer for a notably quick, gentle and accurate temperature measurement. The ear is an excellent site to measure body temperature, because the eardrum shares blood supply with the temperature control center in the brain. The Braun ThermoScan ear thermometer measures the infrared heat generated by the eardrum and the surrounding tissues within seconds. The Braun ThermoScan ear thermometer is used by more doctors' offices and mothers than any other infrared thermometer brand worldwide.

Guarantee

Kaz grants 2 years guarantee on the product commencing on the date of purchase. Within the guarantee period we will eliminate, free of charge, any defects in the appliance resulting from faults in materials or workmanship, either by repairing or replacing the complete appliance as we may choose.

This guarantee extends to every country where this appliance is supplied by Kaz or its appointed distributor.

This guarantee does not cover: damage due to improper use, normal wear or use as well as defects that have a negligible effect on the value or operation of the appliance. The guarantee becomes void if repairs are undertaken by unauthorized persons and if original Braun parts are not used.

To obtain service within the guarantee period, hand in or send the complete appliance with your sales receipt to an authorized Kaz Service Centre.

For UK only:

This guarantee in no way affects your rights under statutory law.

French

Description

Country of origin: China Year of manufacture

To determine the year of manufacture, refer to the 3-digit production code located near the type plate. The first digit of the production code refers to the last digit of the year of manufacture. The next two digits refer to the calendar week in the year of the manufacture. Example: "630" – The product was manufactured in week 30 of 2006.

Part 1: General requirements

for safety

Part 1-2: General requirements for safety-collateral standard:

Electromagnetic compatibility – requirements and tests

DIN EN 12470-3:2000

Part 3: Performance of compact

electrical thermometers predic-

tive and non-predictive) with

maximum device

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