FT 4905 - Thermomètre AEG - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL FT 4905 AEG

a 34,0 °C (93,2 °F).

• This device has been designed for private use only and only for the purpose

• Keep the device outside the reach of children.

• Make sure that the measuring lens (6) is always clean.

• Put on the protective cap (1) after each use.

• Do not immerse the device in water.

• Do not let the device fall down and avoid heavy impacts.

• Do not try to disassemble or modify the measuring device.

• Do not use the device with if the measuring lens is damaged.

• In healthy persons, the temperature in different regions of the body may vary bet-

ween 0.2–1 °C (32.36 – 33.8 °F).

• The measuring accuracy of the device must be verified after 3 years. Please send

the device to your dealer or the next service point for this purpose.

1. The measured body temperature may differ from one ear to the other. We recom-

mend to measure the temperature always at the same ear.

2. If you hold the device in your hand for more than 3 minutes this may lead to wrong

measuring results for any subsequent measurements. You should therefore avoid

to hold the device in your hand for too long.

3. If your child is younger than 2 years or if you do not measure your own temperature

(e.g., the temperature of older persons) we recommend to take three measure-

ments at the same ear. If the readings differ from each other choose the highest

4. Minor deviations in repeated measurements are permissible.

5. If an obviously too low temperature should be measured the reason for this may be

found in the position of the lens.

6. If the device indicates a temperature that is too high it should not be used for about

7. The temperature measured in the ear corresponds to the oral temperature.

8. This device is provided with an Anti Thermal Shock function in accordance with

EN 12470-5. This means that it works properly even in case of changes in ambien-

ce temperature (e.g., changes between rooms, changes between interior and

exterior temperature).

Safety symbols on the type plate

Carefully read the Operating Instructions before use

Application of Type BF Description of the device

Denomination of the components

4. Battery compartment

Putting in the batteries

The battery provided is a long-life lithium cell.

• Open the battery compartment (4).

• Replace the cell by a battery of the same type. Take care of the correct polarity.

• Close the battery compartment.

AEG_FT_4905_Bed.qxd 01.02.2007 12:56 Uhr Seite 24A battery symbol on the display (2) indicates that the battery should be replaced.

Attention: Batteries do not belong in your usual household rubbish. Please dispose

of old batteries at proper collecting points or at the competent dealer.

Never throw batteries into a fire.

Measuring instructions

Take off the protective cap (1).

Make sure that both the measuring lens and ear

Push the On/Mem button (3). The device is ready

as soon as the display starts to show (Fig. 1) and

two beeps can be heard.

Please stand, sit or lie still.

Start measuring. Gently pull the ear back to

stretch the ear canal. To get a correct measuring

result you should direct the sensor (5) to the

- For children under the age of 2 years, gently

pull the outer ear back (Fig. 3).

- For adults and children older than 2 years,

gently pull the ear up and then back (Fig. 4).

Push the measuring button with your index finger.

When the measuring process is completed (after

about 1 second) the device will beep.

The measured temperature is indicated, the

symbol blinks for about 5 seconds and the

device beeps two times. The device is now ready

for a new measurement.

If the temperature is too high ‘Hi °C’ will be indi-

cated, if it is too low you will see ‘Lo °C’ on the

After 1 minute or by holding the On/Mem button

pushed down, the device switches off automati-

cally. Only the last reading will be saved.

If you push the On/Mem button again after you

switched on the device or push it repeatedly, the

display will show the readings of the last measu-

rements (memory function for up to nine readings

Conversion from Celsius (°C) to

Switch the device off. Concurrently push the

measuring button (7) and the On/Mem button.

The display will now show ‘°F’. You can now use

the device as herein described. To change the

display mode back just repeat this process.

The device has a ‘Fever Alarm’function. If the

body temperature is above 37.5 °C (99.5 °F) you

will first hear one long beep and then three short

Error Possible cause

The device is just measuring.

The battery is too weak for further

The measurement was aborted

before the measuring process

There was a rude change in

ambient temperature during

the measuring process.

The ambient temperature does

not range between 10 °C and

Errors 5-9: The device does not

The measured temperature is higher

than 42.2 °C (108.0 °F).

The measured temperature is lower

than 34.0 °C (93.2 °F).

The device is not ready.

Maintenance and storage

• Use a dry cloth to clean the device after each use (recommended).

• Clean the measuring lens and sensor after each use.

• Do not immerse the device in water.

• Do not use gas or strong cleaning agents.

• If the measuring device is not used for a longer time, the battery should be remo-

ved. (Leaking batteries may damage the device).

• Protect the device from direct sunlight, high temperatures, moisture (relative atmos-

pheric humidity up to 95% (non-condensing)) and dust.

• Do not expose the device to extremely low (below –20 °C (-4.0 °F)) or high (above

50 °C (122.0 °F)) temperatures.

Wait until stops to blink.

Replace the battery.

Wait until stops to blink.

Let the device rest for 30 minutes

at ambient temperature. The tem-

perature should range between

Let the device rest for 30 minutes

at ambient temperature. The tem-

perature should range between

Switch the device off, wait for

1 minute and switch it on again. If

the same error indication appears

again, have the device replaced

Clean the measuring lens and

repeat the measurement.

Clean the measuring lens and

repeat the measurement.

Replace the battery.

AEG_FT_4905_Bed.qxd 01.02.2007 12:56 Uhr Seite 26Guarantee

The device supplied by our Company is covered by a 24 month guarantee starting on

the date of purchase (receipt).

During the life of the guarantee any fault of the device or its accessories ascribable to

material or manufacturing defects will be eliminated free of charge by repairing or, at

our discretion, by replacing it. The guarantee services do not entail an extension of

the life of the guarantee nor do they give rise to any right to a new guarantee!

Proof of the guarantee is provided by the proof of purchase. Without proof of purcha-

se no free replacement or repair will be carried out.

If you wish to make a claim under the guarantee please return the entire machine in

the original packaging to your dealer together with the receipt.

Defects to consumables or parts subject to wearing as well as cleaning, maintenance

or the replacement of said parts are not covered by the guarantee and hence are to

The guarantee lapses in case of unauthorized tampering.

After the expiry of the guarantee

After the expiry of the guarantee repairs can be carried by the competent dealer or

repair service against the payment of the ensuing costs.

The CE marking CE 0197 of the measuring device corresponds to EU Directive

93/42/EEC (Medical Device Directive). The following standards apply for the design

and/or production of the product:

EN 60601-1-2:1993: Medical electrical equipment – electromagnetic compatibility

EN 12470-5:2003: Fulfils the requirements of the standard – Clinical thermometers

– Part 5 – Performance of infra-red ear thermometers (with maximum device).

Technical changes reserved.

Meaning of the “Dustbin” Symbol

Protect our environment: do not dispose of electrical equipment in the

domestic waste. Please return any electrical equipment that you will no lon-

ger use to the collection points provided for their disposal.

This helps avoid the potential effects of incorrect disposal on the environ-

ment and human health.

This will contribute to the recycling and other forms of reutilisation of electrical and

electronic equipment.

Information concerning where the equipment can be disposed of can be obtained

from your local authority.