Can I use the Microlife ear thermometer for body temperature measurements at other points of the body?
No, the Microlife ear thermometer is designed for ear 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). If you want to measure room temperature, the temperature of bath water or baby milk, etc., please place the […]
Can I measure the temperature of baby milk or baby’s bath water?
Yes, surface temperature readings are possible in the range of 0°C to 100°C (32°F to 212°F) If you want to measure room temperature, the temperature of bath water or baby milk, etc., please place the probe cover on the tip of the device. Move as close to the surface of the object you want to […]
Can a woman use the Microlife Ear Thermometer to measure basal body temperature to determine ovulation?
We do NOT recommend this as clinical studies have not been completed to ensure proper monitoring of basal body temperature by ear measurements.
Can I use the Microlife ear thermometer while travelling in a car or ambulance car? Do cold temperatures during winter affect readings?
Yes, but please note that the operating temperature has to be between 10°C and 40°C (50°F and 104°F)! As long as the thermometer itself is outside this range no measurements can be performed. In this case, the display shows “L” or “H”. It will take considerable time to return the thermometer to its working temperature […]
Is the Microlife ear thermometer suitable for animals?
Microlife thermometers are developed and designed for humans. We do not have experience in animal measurements and do not take any responsibility for data obtained in animals.
Does room temperature affect readings?
No, as long as the operating temperature is between 10°C and 40°C (50°F and 104°F)! If the thermometer itself is outside this range no measurements can be performed. The display shows “L” or “H”. It may take some time before the thermometer reaches its operating conditions.
Does earwax influence the results?
Small amounts of earwax are no problem as they transmit the temperature radiation but large amounts may cause inaccurate readings.
Can I measure temperature when my child has an ear infection?
Generally, ear infections cause considerable pain. Pulling on the outer ear would create further discomfort. It is recommended a measurement be performed in the unaffected ear or at another body site with the appropriate device.
What is the lifetime of the Microlife ear thermometer?
Microlife products are designed for a long product life. Components used are of high quality and carefully protected. In spite of careful design & construction, abuse of the Microlife Thermometer can result in product failure. When designing a new product we perform stress tests of key components to ensure long-life. Our product is designed to […]
How long should the battery last?
The battery has a life-time of at least 1000 measurements. When the user installs new batteries and gets readings thought to be inaccurate, please check the following: How old is the battery? Batteries loose capacity over time even if not used. Please ensure the battery is new. A battery may work with other devices (alarm […]