Dreambaby Rapid Response Digital Thermometer

STEP BY STEP  INSTRUCTIONS ON: How to operate the Dreambaby Digital Thermometer

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For consistent results, use the same method (oral, underarm, rectal) each time whilst monitoring your childs body temperature.

1. Prepare the thermometer.

• Test the digital thermometer when you first receive it, so as to ensure that you know how to operate it when you suspect that your child has a temperature. 
• Change the reading setting to Celcius (South-Africa,) the default setting is Fahrenheit. Scroll further down the page for instructions on: How to switch your Dreambaby Clinical Digital Thermometer reading from Fahrenheit to Celsius.
• Clean the tip with a soft cloth and alcohol swab, then rinse with cool water.
• Allow to air-dry before storing in its protective tip casing.
• Store in a dry, cool place and out of direct sunlight.
• Don’t immerse the whole unit in water.

2. POWER ON

• Gently press the ON/OFF button once.
• The display will briefly show all symbols, then “Lo” with a flashing °C or °F.
• The ‘Lo’ (LOW TEMPERATURE) indication on the display means that the temperature cannot be measured because the temperature is outside the temperature range.
• It is standard practice for the majority of digital thermometers to display a “LO” sign when turning the device on. This is because these types of thermometers are made to measure Body Temperature, so when outside the body, the temperature is usually LOWER.
• Once placed in one of the methods for body temperature measurement, orally, underarm or rectally, the thermometer will give an accurate reading.

4. Place the thermometer

If you are not sure which method to use below, scroll further down to the heading: Best Method to measure body temperature by Age Group; for a quick guide on the most suitable method for your childs age.

You can measure:

• Orally (Under the tongue):
  Place tip of sensor/probe under the tongue, close mouth and breathe through nose. Hold securely until beep is heard. Digital display will show temperature.
• Underarm (Axillary):
  Place the tip in the center of the armpit, arm pressed against the body.
• Rectally (Most accurate reading for Newborns/Infants under 3 months):
  Gently insert ONLY tip/probe of sensor into rectum 1-1.5 cm (coat tip with Petroleum Jelly to make insertion easier) and hold securely till beep is heard.

5. Wait for the reading

• For oral readings, wait 8-10 seconds
• For axillary and rectal can take longer, between 30 seconds to a minute.
• The thermometer will beep rapidly when a stable reading is reached.
• If fever is detected, the fever alert rapid-beep indicator will sound.

Scroll further down the page to find out more on:  When to be worried about your child’s body temperature?

7. Turn off

• Gently press the ON/OFF button to switch off,
• Or it will auto-off after a few minutes.

8. ALWAYS Clean the thermometer after single use

• Clean the tip with a soft cloth and alcohol swab, then rinse with cool water. Allow to air-dry before storing in its protective tip casing.
• Store in a dry, cool place and out of direct sunlight.
• Don’t immerse the whole unit in water.

Memory Function

The next time you use the thermometer the previous temperature reading will show when you turn power on with button.

How to switch your Dreambaby Clinical Digital Thermometer reading from Fahrenheit to Celsius

If you want to switch from Fahrenheit to Celsius, you would power off the thermometer, then press and hold the power button for a maximum of 5 seconds. The display will show “Lo°F”, then switch to “Lo°C”. Release the power button when you see “Lo°C”.  The setting will now be changed to Celsius.

When to be worried about your child’s body temperature?

• Normal Reading
  If the temperature is below 37.8° C a tone will be signalled.
• Fever Reading
  If the temperature is above 37.8° C a rapid tone will be signalled. If this occurs seek medical advice.

Tips & Warnings for the Dreambaby Digital Thermometer

• KEEP BATTERIES OUT OF REACH CHILDREN SWALLOWING A BATTERY COULD BE FATAL.
• Always supervise children when using the thermometer.
• ALWAYS Clean the thermometer after single use and insert into the protective tip casing after it has air-dryed
• Don’t immerse the whole unit in water.
• Do not immerse into hot or boiling water or other liquids.
• Store in a dry, cool place and out of direct sunlight.
• Children should not be permitted to chew or bite any part of the thermometer.

How to Replace the Battery:

• The unit comes with a LR41 alkaline battery, that has a lifespan of around 250 hours or 1000 times.
• The Dreambaby Rapid Response Clinical Digital Thermometer uses a LR41 Alkaline Battery available on Takealot.com – CLICK here to purchase on Takealot
• It is important to replace the battery when display is faded, unclear, not registering or when appears on Display Panel. Use pen, or similar, to twist open the cover.
• Remove and dispose of old battery.
• Important:
  Ensure that battery is inserted with positive side(+] facing up.
• Reposition cover taking care to avoid damage to rubber rings.
• Use pen, or similar, to close securely.

Best Method to measure Child’s body temperature by Age:

• Newborn – 3 months → Rectal (most reliable) or Temporal (forehead) for quick screening.
• 3 months – 3 years → Rectal for accuracy; Temporal (forehead) or Axillary (underarm) for comfort.
• 4 – 5 years → Oral if child can cooperate; Temporal (forehead) Tympanic (ear), Axillary (underarm) for quick checks. Can also use Fever Stickers.
• 6+ years → Oral for best balance of accuracy and comfort; Temporal (forehead) or Tympanic (ear) for quick checks.

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