Dittmann Caretalk TH1071 - Page 45

Troubleshooting
45
Fault Cause Solution
The operating
temperature is
outside of the
valid range.
Observe the
operating
conditions.
The tem-
perature
measured
is not accu-
rate or you
doubt the
accuracy of
the mea-
surement.
Check whether
the infrared
sensor is dirty.
Clean the infra-
red sensor
4
.
Check whether
the thermom-
eter is properly
used.
Observe the
notices on
operating the
thermometer
and obtain-
ing a correct
measurement.
Check if the de-
vice and patient
have been in
the same room
for at least 30
minutes before
performing the
measurement.
Make sure that
the device and
patient have
been in the
same room
for at least 30
minutes before
performing the
measurement.
The thermom-
eter is being
used outdoors.
Only use the
thermometer in
indoor areas.
You have held
the thermom-
eter in your
hands for a pro-
longed period.
Place the ther-
mometer e.g.
a table so that
it can adjust
to the room
temperature.