Welch Allyn Braun ThermoScan PRO 4000 Tips - Quick Reference Guide - Manual (Page 2)

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1. Always apply a probe cover. If the device is placed in the ear canal
without a probe cover, the lens must be cleaned before the next use.
2. Clean the lens with an alcohol swab and allow five minutes for
complete drying.
3. Use only Braun ThermoScan probe covers.
4. The following will interfere with accurate temperature readings:
> Poor probe placement
> Dirty, wet or damaged probe lens
> No or used probe cover
5. The following will not interfere with accurate temperature readings:
> Cerumen (ear wax)
> Otitis Media (ear infection)
> Tympanostomy tubes
> Ambient temperature
> Lying on pillow
> Hearing aid
Tips for Taking Ear Temperatures
with the Braun ThermoScan
®
PRO 4000
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