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The MiniTemp Veterinary Temperature Monitor from Vetronic Services LTD Users Manual Ver 1.01

The MiniTemp Veterinary Temperature Monitor General The MiniTemp Veterinary Temperature Monitor is a digital single channel thermometer that has been designed specifically for the veterinary market. The unit uses detachable probes to accurately monitor and report the environmental or body temperature. Each probe uses a tiny 1.2mm sensing thermistor resulting in a very small sensor body size. The small physical size and low thermal inertia of the sensor produces very fast response times to changes in temperature. Two probes are supplied; a rigid probe and a flexible probe. Temperature...

Sensors/Probes The unit is supplied with two sensors; a rigid probe and a flexible probe. Both types use a 1.2mm fast-response thermistor and are identical in their electrical performance. Wherever possible use a thermometer sleeve over the temperature probe before inserting into an orifice. The probes are suitable for rectal or oesophageal use and should be cleaned between uses. Care should be exercised when inserting the probes, which should glide in smoothly without any obstruction. If obstruction is felt, withdraw the probe, lubricate and re-position. Never force a probe if resistance...

LED Indicator The LED indicator at the top of the unit will flash either Red or Green. Flashing Green: The temperature measured by the sensor lies within the Comfort Zone Flashing Red: The temperature measured by the sensor lies outside the Comfort Zone Comfort Zone The Comfort Zone is a region of temperature values that indicate for veterinary mammalian species that the patient is neither to hot nor too cold. This region is taken to be from 36.6◦C to 39.6◦C. Within the Comfort Zone: If the temperature measured lies within the comfort zone then the LED will flash green and there are no...

Maintenance and Cleaning The main unit can be wiped over with a damp cloth to remove any stains and marks. The front panel is resistant to normal detergents and ammonia-based cleaning compounds. Temperature probes should be carefully cleaned with a soft cloth using surgical spirit, Isopropyl alcohol or general disinfectants such as Chlorhexidine. DO NOT HEAT STERILIZE THE TEMPERATURE PROBES OR EXTENSION LEADS AS THIS WILL DESTROY THEM

MiniTemp Specifications Mechanical: Unit Size: With fitted rubber boot: Weight: With fitted rubber boot: Electrical Battery Type: Current: Operating Temperature range Accuracy PP3 9v Alkaline or re-chargeable Average 5mA Standby 90uA 5◦C to 45◦C +/- 0.1C within specified range Accuracy outside of this range is unspecified

MiniTemp is manufactured in the United Kingdom by Vetronic Services LTD 12 Henleys Business Park Manor Road Abbotskerswell Newton Abbot Devon, TQ12 5NF Telephone +44 (0) 1626 365505 Fax +44 (0)870 129 4705 www.vetronic.co.uk enquiries@vetronic.co.uk