Abstract
This specification covers the requirements and test methods for direct-reading liquid crystal forehead thermometers, in either the continuous or intermittent reading modes, designed to monitor trends or measure human forehead surface temperatures, or both. When examined by test methods recommended herein, each thermometer shall comply with thermal profile, temperature range, tolerance, sequencing, operating and storage environment, and labeling requirements.
Scope
1.1 This specification covers direct-reading liquid crystal forehead thermometers designed to monitor trends or measure human forehead surface temperatures, or both.
1.2 Thermometers covered by this specification are generally available in continuous or intermittent reading modes. Thermometers meeting the requirements specified herein shall be considered as complying with this specification.
