Baby Tech International, Inc., Baby Fever Thermometer Baby Fever Thermometer Traditional glass thermometer in sturdy plastic protective case. Hold clean thermometer with mercury bulb down. Shake downward and snap wrist.
Lubricate bulb end with a water-soluble jelly.
To read, look for the mercury level directly between the scale and the numbers. Rotate thermometer slightly or hold it up to the light until the mercury level on the scale can be seen. Disinfect with rubbing alcohol or antiseptic solution and then rinse thoroughly in cold water. Do not wash in warm or hot water or expose to direct sunlight or heat. Do not wash in warm or hot water or expose to direct sunlight or heat.