Find the six most relevant questions and answers about Microlife's non contact thermometers.
1. How does the Microlife non contact thermometer work?
The Microlife non contact thermometer measures infrared energy radiated from the forehead. This energy is collected through the lens and converted to the correct temperature value.
2. Can the Microlife non contact thermometer harm you in any way?
No, Microlife non contact thermometers does not sending out any waves or heat at any time. It only acts as a receiver of heat.
3. How does the reading from a Microlife non contact thermometer compare to an oral, rectal or axillary reading?
Microlife's non contact thermometer measurements are comparable to an oral temperature from a quality thermometer.
Rectal measurements are slightly higher then oral measurements.
An underarm measurement is most impacted by room temperature, so accuracy is more difficult to verify.
4. Is the Microlife non contact thermometer suitable for premature infants as well as for the elderly?
Doctors recommend rectal measurement for newborn infants within the first 6 months, as all other measuring methods might lead to ambiguous results. If using a forehead thermometer on those infants, we always recommend verifying the readings with a rectal measurement.
5. Can I use the Microlife non contact thermometer for body temperature measurements at other points of the body?
No, the Microlife non contact thermometer is designed for forehead measurements only. You can measure the temperature of objects such as bath water or baby’s milk in the range of 0°C to 100 °C (32°F to 212°F).
6. When and how often should I clean or disinfect a Microlife non contact thermometer?
Clean a dirty lens or housing as necessary. Use an alcohol swab or cotton tissue moistened with alcohol (70 percent Isopropyl) to clean the thermometer casing and the measuring sensor. Ensure that no liquid enters the interior of the device.
Never use abrasive cleaning agents, thinners or benzene for cleaning and never immerse the device in water or other cleaning liquids. Take care not to scratch the surface of the sensor lens and the display.