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What is Gentle Temp 520 Ear Thermometer

The Gentle Temp 520 ear thermometer uses the same highly accurate technology as the Gentle Temp 521 and includes some of its advanced features, including one-second measurement and a memory for up to nine readings to track temperature changes over a period of time and monitor trends. It also comes with 21 probe covers. Temperatures can be displayed on the large LCD display in either degrees Centigrade or Fahrenheit.

What are the key features

One second measurement
Stores nine readings
Includes 21 probe covers
Readings in Celsius and Fahrenheit
Large display.

What are the specifications

Backlight: No
Changeable Battery: Yes
Automatic Shut-off: Yes
Measurement Types: Ear
Contactless: No
Fast Measurement: Yes
C/F Selection: Yes
Beeper: Yes
Item dimensions mm: 36 x 56 x 161

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What's included?

Main Unit, Test Battery (Lithium Button Battery CR2032), Probe Cap, 21 Probe Covers MC-EP2 (MC-EP2-E), Connection Ring, Instruction Manual, Warranty Card

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How to use Omron GentleTemp 520 Thermometer MC-520-E

Press the START button.
The measurement is complete in 1 second with a long beep.
The symbol will flash for 5 seconds.
Remove the unit from the ear and check the measurement result.
Press and hold the ON/MEM button until OFF appears on the display to turn off the unit.
The unit automatically stores the measurement in it memory.
It will automatically turn off after 1 minute.

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Precautions to consider before using Omron GentleTemp 520 Thermometer MC-520-E

Do not use this unit other than for measuring the temperature in the human ear.
Do not apply a strong shock to, drop, step on, or vibrate the main unit.
The main unit is not waterproof. Be careful when handling this unit so that no liquid alcohol, water, or hot water will get intothe main unit. When the unit is wet with vapor, wait until it dries or wipe it lightly with a soft dry cloth.
Do not disassemble, repair, or modify the unit.
When you inform your doctor of your temperature, make sure you state that you measured the temperature in the ear.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Conducting self-diagnosis based on the measurement results and/or treatment can be dangerous. Please follow the instructions of your doctor. Self-diagnosis may worsen the symptoms.
A high or prolonged fever requires medical attention, especially for small children. Please contact your doctor.
Please keep still during measurement.
Do not forcibly insert the probe in the ear.
If you feel discomfort such as a pain during the measurement, stop using the unit immediately. It may injure the externalauditory canal.
Do not use this unit if suffering from ear disease such as otitis externa or otitis media. It may worsen the condition.
Do not use this unit when the external auditory canal is wet such as after swimming or taking a bath. It may injure the external auditory canal.
Do not use this unit without attaching a probe cover.
Please ensure that the ear canal is clean and free of earwax.
If the probe cover becomes dirty with earwax or other substances, replace it with a new one.
Do not use a probe cover after someone else has used it. This can lead to cross infections such as otitis externa.
Correct measurement result may not be obtained if dirty probe covers are used.
Proper installation of the probe cover ensures accurate measurements.
When the infrared sensor becomes dirty, wipe it lightly with a soft dry cloth or a cotton swab. Do not wipe the infraredsensor with tissue paper or a paper towel.
Do not use more than one probe cover at a time.
If there is any temperature difference between the places where the unit is stored and where you are going to measure,leave the unit in the room where you are going to use it for more than 30 minutes to allow it to reach room temperature first,then measure.
If the ear is cold, wait until the ear is warmed up before taking a temperature measurement. The measured result may indicatelow when you use an ice bag or an ice pack or immediately after coming in from the outside in winter.
Do not touch the infrared sensor with a finger or breathe on it.
Do not attempt measurements when the unit is wet as inaccurate readings may result.
Check the symbol on the display before and after the measurement so that the measurement is taken in the appropriatemode.
Keep the unit out of children reach.
Avoid children trying to measure themselves or others as they may damage the ear.
Contains small parts that may cause a choking hazard if swallowed by infants.
Do not throw batteries into a fire. The battery may explode.
Remove the battery when the unit will not be used for 3 months or more. Failure to do so may lead to fluid leakage, heatgeneration or bursting, resulting in damage to the unit.
During measurement, make sure that no mobile phone or any other electrical devices that emit electromagnetic fields iswithin 30cm of this device. This may result in incorrect operation of the device and/or cause an inaccurate reading.

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Omron GentleTemp 520 Thermometer (MC-520-E)

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