INSTRUCTION MANUAL
WDT404(Standard) & WDT505(Deluxe)
Thank you for purchasing this Welcare Digital Thermometer
Please keep this instruction manual in a safe place where it is readily available.
Note: The illustrations in this manual may differ slightly from the product itself.
Read Instructions Carefully Before Use
Important Safety Information
Read this section thoroughly before using the product. Please ensure you observe the safety
instructions to avoid accidents, injury and damage.
Intended Purpose
• This product is intended for the measurement of human body temperature only
It is designed for private use.
• The use of temperature readings for self-diagnosis is dangerous.
for the interpretation of results. Self-diagnosis may lead to the worsening of medical
conditions.
• This product is not intended for use by persons (inc
sensory or mental abilities or lacking experience and/or knowledge, unless they are
supervised by a person responsible for their safety or have received and understand the
instructions/ safety warnings for use of the product from this person in advance.
Safety Warnings
• KEEP BA
Swallowing may lead to serious injury in as little as 2 hours or death, due
to chemical burns and potential perforation of the oesophagus.
If you suspect your child has swallowed or inserted a button batter
immediately call the 24-hour Poisons Information Centre on 13 11 26
(Australia) or 0800 764 766 (New Zealand) for fast, expert advice.
Examine devices and make sure the battery compartment is correctly secured, e.g. that the
screw or other mechanical fastener is tightened. DO NO use if compartment is not secure.
Dispose of used button batteries immedia
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• Keep the packaging,
This product contains small parts, which are a choking hazard if swallowed.
• A high or prolonged fever requires medical attention,
Please contact a doctor
• This product is for oral,DO NO attempt to take temperatures at
other sites, such as in the ear
• Oral use is only for ages 2+.
• Avoid using the product during or within 30 minutes after strenuous exercise; a shower
sauna; using a cold compress; heavy alcohol consumption; smoking and food or drink intake.
• DO NO attempt measurements when the product is wet as inaccurate readings may result.
• DO NO bite on the product.
• Avoid excessively bending the thermometric tip.DO NOT bend exi tip (WDT505) more than
45 degrees. DO NO bend the rigid tip (WFT404).
• DO NO force the product into the rectum. Stop insertion and abort the measurement when
pain is present.
• DO NO attempt rectal measurements on persons with rectal disorders.
• DO NO drop, step or place heavy objects on the product,
• DO NO store the product in the storage case when it is damp.
dry soft cloth rst.
• DO NO attempt to open or disassemble the product (other than the battery compartment).
• DO NO place battery near extreme heat as it may explode.
• This product is equipped with a Zinc Manganese
Battery.
explode or ignite and cause injury and/or damage.
• DO NO expose to temperatures over 55 ˚C.
• If battery leakage occurs and comes into contact with the skin or eyes, immediately
rinse with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
• Install the battery carefully with the polarity in the correct position.
• DO NO use batteries after their expiration date.
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• Replace worn batteries with new ones immediately
according to current local regulations.
• Remove batteries carefully if the product is not going to be used for a long period of time.
• DO NO use with other electrical or medical equipment simultaneously
• DO NO use within 30cm of a mobile device or a device that emits electromagnetic elds
as this may cause interference with the functioning of the products.
• DO NO use or store the product in the following conditions:
Near sources of heat, in hot water
Moist or humid environments
Dusty locations
Near re, ammable gas,
Locations easily subject to vibrations or shock or in a pressurized container
In high frequency or strong magnetic eld areas - e.g.
MRI, CT
Package Contents
• 1 x • 1 x Storage Case
• 1 x Battery (installed in product) • 1 x Instruction Manual & W
Digital Thermometer Components
Before using the Digital Thermometer
• Check the product is intact.DO NOT use if broken.
• Read the instruction manual thoroughly before taking the measurement.
• Allow product to rest for at least 30 minutes at room temperature (5˚C – 32˚C).
• The user must remain in a stable environment for at least 5 minutes prior to taking a reading.
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of hot or cold beverages before measurement, as well as measuring technique.
• Avoid using the product during or within 30 minutes after exercise; a shower
using a cold compress; heavy alcohol consumption; smoking and food or drink intake.
• Underarms must be c
• Always make sure the thermometric sensor is c
• When measuring the temperature of an infant,
higher than adult body temperature and easily affected by external factors. For example,
temperature tends to increase after nursing or crying.
measurements when the infant is calm.
Using the Digital Thermometer
The use of temperature readings for self-diagnosis is dangerous. Consult with a doctor for
the interpretation of results. Self-diagnosis may lead to the worsening of medical conditions.
Switching the measuring unit between °C and °F
• While the product is OFF for approximately 2 seconds
until the measuring unit changes.
let go of the button and run a self-check before going into measurement mode.
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• Note: The ambient temperature for use must be between 5-32°C.
thermometer
after the beep. Holding the product too long may cause a higher ambient temperature reading
of the probe.
Before using, please disinfect the thermometric tip (refer to Cleaning section).
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next to the screen; a short beep will
sound, indicating that the product is
operational.
6. Refer to Methods of measuring temperature section for placement instructions.
7. Keep the user still during the measurement.
8. During the measurement, the °C or °F symbol
displayed that will continue to change until a constant temperature is reached.
9. As soon as the constant temperature value is reached (approx. 10 seconds)*,
will sound 10 times and the °C or °F symbol will stop ashing.
10. Once the beeping has stopped the measurement is completed.
from the measurement site.
11. The highest temperature measured appears on the screen.
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13. Although the product will turn off automatically after 10 minutes, to conserve power it
is recommended to turn the product off manually after each reading.
14. The reading will automatically be stored in the memory.
15. The measurement continues even after the beeping has stopped.
body temperature measurement results, it is recommend to keep the probe in mouth and
rectum for an additional 2 minutes, or in armpit about for an additional 5 minutes after the
beeping sound.
• Note: Result times may vary due to the individual and method used.
Memory Function
• The last measured temperature will display on the screen for approximately 2 seconds after
the self-check when the product is turned on.
Methods of Measuring T
• Note: Measurement accurac
temperature is incorrect. If multiple measurements are taken over a period of time,
important to use the same method of measurement each time so the results are comparable,
i.e. do not interchange between oral,
measurements within a short period of time, allow the thermometer to return to room
temperature prior to taking each measurement.
Press and
hold
button for
2 seconds.
Changes
automatically.
˚F to ˚C ˚C to ˚F
BEEP
2.
At the same time the product runs a self-
check test, during which
all the digital segments
appear on the screen.
4. A default value of
37.0°C or 98.6°F will
display for 2 seconds.
3. The memory will show
the last reading on the
screen for 2 seconds.
5. When the letters Lo and a “ashing”
°C or °F display
product is now ready
for use.
MEMORY
(last reading)
Storage Case
Thermometric tip
ON/OFF button
LCD screen
Front
Back
Thermometric sensor
Screw
Battery compartment
