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Do not use the device if it is broken or
damaged. Using a broken or damaged device
may cause injury.
Caution
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Only use the device as described in this user
manual. Do not use it for any other purpose.
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The device is not intended as a substitute for
consulting a doctor. Measurement results are
for reference only.
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When the device is used to measure the
temperature of a child, it has to be operated
by an adult. Adults can measure their own
temperature.
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If you clean the ear, wait 5-10 minutes before
you use the device.
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Earwax in the ear canal may cause inaccurate
measurements. Make sure the ear canal is clean
before you use the device.
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Do not take apart, repair or change any part of
the device at any time.
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Do not store the device in extreme temperature
(below -20°C/-4°F or over 60°C/140°F) or
in extreme levels of humidity (below 15%RH
or over 85%RH). This may cause inaccurate
measurements.
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Keep the infrared sensor dry, clean and
undamaged to ensure accurate measurements.
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Do not touch or blow at the infrared sensor.
A polluted infrared sensor may cause
inaccurate measurements.
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Never clean the device with an abrasive
cleaner, thinner, benzene or immerse the device
in water or other liquids.
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When the temperature of the storage area differs
from the temperature of the measuring area, wait
at least 30 minutes before you use the device.
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If you do not intend to use the device for a
long period of time, it is advised to remove
the batteries before storing. This is to prevent
possible damage due to leakage of the
batteries. If the batteries leak, remove them
carefully and replace with new batteries.
Compliance with standards
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The device meets the relevant standards for this
type of Class IIa medical device for home use.
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This Philips device complies with all applicable
standards and regulations regarding exposure
to electromagnetic fields and complies with
EN 60601-1-2
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Skin contact parts (ABS, TPU, metal) comply
with ISO 10993-5 and ISO 10993-10.
Cytotoxicity, sensitization and irritation meet
the requirement.
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Based on the current science and technology,
other potential allergic reactions are unknown.
Clinical accuracy validation results:
Subject age
A1
A2
B
C
group
Operation
Adjusted mode
mode
Measuring
Ear
site
Reference
Ear
body site
Clinical bias
-0.020
-0.033 -0.014 -0.016
(Δcb)
Limits of
0.203
0.195
0.198
0.199
agreement
(LA)
Clinical
0.0770
repeatability
(Δr)
Display
Sym
Description Explanation
bol
History icon
Display shows last
measurement result
when switching on the
device.
Bluetooth®
The device uses
icon
Bluetooth® for
communication.
Battery
Battery symbol
symbol
indicating status of
battery.
Battery status indications
Battery full
To indicate that the battery is fully charged the
battery symbol shows a full battery (Fig. 3).
Battery low
To indicate that the battery is low, the battery
symbol shows a nearly empty battery (Fig. 4).
When using 2x 1.5V AAA, 700 mAh batteries,
500 measurements can be realized
(23 ± 5°C, 50 ± 20% RH).
Preparing for use
The batteries (2x 1.5V AAA) are included with the
device. Remove the battery strip from the battery
compartment before first use.
Slide the battery cover back until it locks into place
(Fig. 18).
Pairing the thermometer to your mobile
device
Your Philips Avent smart ear thermometer is
equipped with Bluetooth®. Download the Philips
Avent uGrow app from the App Store or Google
Play. Use the search term: Philips Avent uGrow.
The Philips Avent uGrow app is available for iOS
8.1+ and Android 4.4+.
1
Download the Philips Avent uGrow app on your
mobile device, follow the steps to create a an
account and add the thermometer.
Note: Make sure the Philips Avent uGrow app
is active and Bluetooth on your mobile device
is on when pairing is in progress.
2 Follow the instructions in the app.
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The app identifies the thermometer and starts
to pair.
Note: The Bluetooth icon lights up when the
thermometer is connected to your mobile device.
Note: The thermometer switches off automatically
after 30 seconds of no activity.
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If you need more information about pairing to
your mobile device please visit www.philips.com/
earthermometer
Note: Only when the Philips Avent uGrow app
is active, your personal health data can be
transmitted.
Cleaning the infrared sensor
To achieve accurate measurements, it is important
to check if the infrared sensor is clean. Use a cotton
swab to clean the infrared sensor.
See chapter Cleaning and storage for instructions.
After cleaning, wait approximately 5-10 minutes
before you use the device.
Cleaning the ear
Earwax in the ear canal may cause inaccurate
measurements. Make sure the ear canal is clean
before you use the device.
Carefully clean your ear canal. If you clean your ear,
wait for 5-10 minutes before you use the device.
Resetting the thermometer
If you press the °C/°F selection button on the side
of the thermometer for longer than 10 seconds, all
measurements are deleted from the device and all
settings return to the factory values.
Measuring temperature
Tips for proper measurement
External factors can influence your body
temperature. In the following cases, wait at least
30 minutes before taking your temperature:
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When you have been lying on your ear
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When you had your ears covered
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When you have been exposed to very low or
very high temperatures
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When you have been swimming or bathing
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If you wear earplugs or hearing aids, remove
them first
We do not advise you to use the device in the
following circumstances as this may cause
inaccurate measurements:
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When the temperature of the storage area
differs from the temperature of the measuring
area. In this case, wait at least 30 minutes
before you use the device.
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If you are using ear drops or other ear
medication. In this case, measure the
temperature in the untreated ear (if any).
Body temperature
Normal body temperature is a range. A person's
normal temperature range tends to decrease
with age. The following table shows normal
temperature ranges by age.
The range of normal body temperature varies from
person to person and can be influenced by many
factors such as time of day, level of activity and
emotions.
Age
Temperature
Temperature
in °Celsius
in °Fahrenheit
0-2 years
36.4 - 38.0 °C
97.5 - 100.4 °F
3-10 years
36.1 - 37.8 °C
97.0 - 100.0 °F
11-65 years
35.9 - 37.6 °C
96.6 - 99.7 °F
> 65 years
35.8 - 37.5 °C
96.4 - 99.5 °F
Source: Chamberlain, J.M., et al., Determination of
Normal Ear Temperature with an Infrared Emission
Detection Thermometer, Annals of Emergency
Medicine, January 1995, Vol. 25, pp. 15-20.
Performing a measurement
Note: Before measuring, make sure that the probe
tip of the device is clean.
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Remove the protection cap before you use the
device (Fig. 6).
2 Press the power button to switch on the device.
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The display shows the last measurement
result as well as the history icon.
3 Hold the outer ear and gently pull it towards the
rear of the head to straighten the ear canal.
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Children under the age of 1: hold the outer
ear and gently pull it straight back. (Fig. 7)
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Children aged 1 year or older: hold the outer
ear and gently pull the ear up and back (Fig.
8).
4 Insert the probe tip very gently and slowly into
the ear canal (Fig. 9).
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Make sure the probe tip points straight towards
the eardrum when you hold it (Fig. 10).
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Always insert the probe tip into the same ear,
in the same direction and at the same depth.
Note: When you do not point the probe tip
towards the eardrum (Fig. 11), the measurement
result will be inaccurate.
Note: A temperature measurement taken in the
right ear may differ from a measurement taken
in the left ear.
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