Background
This device is primarily used in the health care industry to measure the body temperature of patients. It is portable and can identify temperatures between 84 and 108 degrees. The device consists of four modes: normal, monitor, pulse, and backlight
Identification
This device is 6.35x3.7x2.4 inches. It is cream colored with a green label both on the front indicating malfuncture codes, backlight mode, and a timer. The bottom of this label states "Refer to DIATEK 600 operator brochure..." so owners of the product are aware of the make and model. The top side has a digital screen and the label "Diatek." Cables on this device are green. One of the probe covers is green and the other is red, but both have a silver metal temperature probe.
Technical Specifications
Range:
Normal and monitor modes
28.9°C to 42.2°C
84.0 °F to 108.0 °F
Accuracy:
±0.1 °C, ±0.2 °F (when tested in a calibrated water bath)
Battery Capacity:
disposable batteries
three type AA cells
up to 1000 hours of continuous use
Dimensions:
length 6.25 inches (159mm); width 3.7 inches (94mm); height 2.4 inches
(61mm)
weight: 10.5 ounces (298 grams)
case material: ABS Cycolac “T” grade plastic
Visual and Audible Indicators:
digital temperature display
30 second pulse and respiration timer
instrument malfunction
broken probe
probe position
low battery
out of range temperature