Page 2 - Important Safety Information
1 EN Important Safety Information To assure the correct use of the product basic safety measures should always be followed including the precautions listed below. Warning: • Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.• Conducting self-d...
Page 4 - Overview
3 EN 1. Overview Main unit: Display: Infrared sensor BuzzerBattery icon Memory icon Probe cover icon Ear temperature Surface temperature Room temperatureTemperature mode Probe Probe capProbe cover detector Display ON/MEM button Battery cover pick hole Battery compartment Connection ring Probe cover ...
Page 5 - Preparation; Removing the Insulating Tape; While the room temperature is displayed, press and hold the START
4 2. Preparation 2.1 Removing the Insulating Tape Pull the insulating tape out from the battery compartment by catching the outer part for the first time. The unit is turned on and after 1 minute the room temperature will appear on the display. Notes: • The room temperature remains on the display ev...
Page 6 - Setting the Buzzer; Press the ON/MEM button to turn on the unit.
2. Preparation 5 EN 2.3 Setting the Buzzer The buzzer is only available in the Ear Measurement Mode. The buzzer is set on as default. 1. Press the ON/MEM button to turn on the unit. 2. Press and hold the ON/MEM button for 3 seconds. The “ ” symbol flashes on the display. 3. Release the ON/MEM button...
Page 7 - Attaching a Probe Cover; Gently twist off the probe cap.; Place a new probe cover on the connection ring.
2. Preparation 6 2.4 Attaching a Probe Cover Always use a new and undamaged OMRON MC-EP2 probe cover. 1. Gently twist off the probe cap. Note: Do not forcibly remove the probe cap. 2. Place a new probe cover on the connection ring. Note: The adhesive side of probe cover should be upward. 3. Insert t...
Page 8 - Using the Unit; Taking a Reading; Ear Measurement Mode
7 EN 3. Using the Unit 3.1 Taking a Reading Notes: • Make sure the probe cover is attached correctly.• It is recommended that you measure 3 times with the same ear. If the 3 measurements are different, select the highest temperature. Ear Measurement Mode 1. Press the ON/MEM button. All symbols appea...
Page 9 - Measuring the temperature of an infant
3. Using the Unit 8 Measuring the temperature of an infant Measuring on a lying baby. Measuring on a sitting baby. Lightly support the child’s body. Lightly support the child’s body and slightly pull the ear towards the back. While slightly pulling the ear back, cover the external auditory canal wit...
Page 10 - Press the START button.
3. Using the Unit 9 EN 3. Press the START button. The measurement is complete in 1 second with a long beep. The display will light up and the “ ” symbol will flash for 5 seconds. Note: You can take another measurement after the display light turns off with 2 beeps. Make sure “ ” symbol remains lit. ...
Page 11 - Surface Mode
3. Using the Unit 10 Surface Mode The unit is set in the Ear Measurement Mode as default. The Surface Measurement mode is not intended for the body temperature measurement.The surface mode shows the actual and unadjusted surface temperature which is different from the body temperature. It can help y...
Page 12 - Using the Memory Function
3. Using the Unit 11 EN 3.2 Using the Memory Function This unit automatically stores the results up to 25 sets after each measurement. Note: If the memory is full, the unit will delete the oldest reading. 1. Press the ON/MEM button to turn on the unit. 2. Press the ON/MEM button again. The memory nu...
Page 13 - Troubleshooting and Maintenance; The Icons and Error Messages
12 4. Troubleshooting and Maintenance 4.1 The Icons and Error Messages Error Display Cause Remedy Device stabilization in process. Wait until stops flashing. Prove cover is not attached correctly. Attach the probe cover again until stops flashing. Battery is low. Replace the battery.(Refer to sectio...
Page 14 - Troubleshooting and Maintenance
4. Troubleshooting and Maintenance 13 EN The ambient temperature is not within the range between 10°C and 40°C (50°F - 104°F). Allow the thermometer to rest in a room for at least 30 minutes at room temperature: 10°C and 40°C (50°F - 104°F). Error 5-9, the system is not functioning properly. Remove ...
Page 15 - Maintenance
4. Troubleshooting and Maintenance 14 4.2 Maintenance • Please check the device if damaged after it is dropped. If unsure, please contact the OMRON retail outlet or distributor for having the device checked. • The probe is the most delicate part of the unit. Use care when cleaning the Infrared senso...
Page 16 - Replacing the Battery; Remove the battery with a pointed object.; Replace the battery cover.
4. Troubleshooting and Maintenance 15 EN 4.3 Replacing the Battery Battery: CR2032 Lithium Button Battery Note: To protect the environment, discard the used batteries in accordance with the local regulations regarding waste disposal procedure. Disposal can be done at your retail store or at appropri...
Page 17 - Technical Data
16 5. Technical Data Product Description: Digital Ear Thermometer Model: Gentle Temp 521 (MC-521-E) Sensing Unit: Thermopile Temperature Display: 4-digit, °F display in 0.1 degree increments3-digit, °C display in 0.1 degree increments Measurement Accuracy: Ear Measurement Mode ± 0.2°C (± 0.4°F) with...
Page 20 - Some Useful Information; Temperature measurements taken within the ear
19 EN 6. Some Useful Information 6.1 Temperature measurements taken within the ear The Gentle Temp 521 Digital Ear Thermometer detects the infrared heat given off by the eardrum and surrounding tissues, and it converts this heat into an equivalent ear temperature. The Gentle Temp 521 is less threate...
Page 21 - Some Useful Information
6. Some Useful Information 20 As ambient temperature, sweat, or saliva easily affects body temperature measured under the arm or the tongue, readings may be lower than the core temperature.Tympanic temperature measurement accurately reflects the brain temperature and can lead to a quicker detection ...
Page 22 - Questions and answers; How many times can I measure consecutively?
6. Some Useful Information 21 EN 6.3 Ear temperature compared to other types of body temperature The normal temperature varies according to different locations on the body. 6.4 Questions and answers How many times can I measure consecutively? You can measure consecutively up to three times. The main...
Page 23 - The temperature shown is rather low.
6. Some Useful Information 22 Is the temperature measured in the right ear different from that measured in the left ear? Among healthy people, there should be no significant difference in the measurement results. Differences may be caused by the following reasons:1) The infrared sensor is not insert...
