Amico Infrared Thermometry
Amico · Model Infrared Thermometry
17.8 cm (7") Base - 20.3 cm (8") Hygienic touchless loading and ejecting of probe covers Battery life of 15,000 measurements Intuitive icon-based interface 60 seconds pulse timer 1 - 2 seconds response time IP22 rating for protection against dust and liquid ingress Tapered tip design suitable for babies, children and adults Durable stainless steel probe tip Convenient probe storage in base Non-continuous adjusted mode Internally-powered ME equipment 3 AAA alkaline batteries Anti-theft wall mount bracket Three (3) year warranty.
Typical Failure Modes
Compiled for this model from its own documentation and established engineering knowledge for this equipment class - not from a verified service record. Confirm against the manufacturer's service manual.
Readings inaccurate or out of range
HighSymptoms: Temperature reads high or low vs a reference, error on measurement, drift over time.
Root cause: Dirty or damaged stainless-steel probe tip, wrong probe cover use, or the IR sensor out of calibration.
Probe-cover load/eject mechanism fault
MediumSymptoms: Touchless cover load or eject does not work, cover not detected.
Root cause: Worn load/eject mechanism or its sensor.
Battery fault
MediumSymptoms: Short life vs the rated 15,000 measurements, unit will not power on.
Root cause: Depleted 3x AAA cells or a battery-contact fault.
Display / interface fault
LowSymptoms: Icon interface unresponsive, dim display, pulse timer not working.
Root cause: Aged display or keypad.
Serviceable Parts & Consumables
Serviceable items for this model, compiled from its documentation and engineering knowledge for this equipment class. Service class and relative cost are estimates, not manufacturer figures; no part numbers are given. Confirm intervals and pricing against the manufacturer.
AAA alkaline batteries (x3)
Class Frequent wear itemRel. cost $R&R Easy
Probe tip / thermopile sensor assembly
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$R&R Moderate
Probe-cover load/eject mechanism
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$R&R Moderate
Probe covers
Single-patient consumable.
Class ConsumableRel. cost $R&R Easy
| Part | Service class | Relative cost | R&R difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAA alkaline batteries (x3) | Frequent wear item | $ | Easy |
| Probe tip / thermopile sensor assembly | Periodic replacement | $$ | Moderate |
| Probe-cover load/eject mechanism | Periodic replacement | $$ | Moderate |
| Probe covers Single-patient consumable. | Consumable | $ | Easy |
Relative cost: $ lowest · $$$$ highest service-part cost for this equipment class. Not a price.
Troubleshooting Approach
A starting sequence for this model, compiled from its documentation and engineering knowledge for this equipment class. Follow the manufacturer's service documentation for the actual procedure.
Symptom: Temperature readings inaccurate
- Clean the stainless-steel probe tip per the manufacturer.
- Confirm probe covers are being used correctly.
- Verify against a reference thermometer / blackbody source at two temperatures.
- If out of tolerance, calibrate per the service manual or refer for service.
- Re-verify after any adjustment.
Symptom: Probe covers will not load or eject
- Clear any debris or a jammed cover from the mechanism.
- Check the cover-detect sensor.
- Cycle load/eject several times.
- Replace the load/eject mechanism if it will not operate.
- Confirm reliable touchless load and eject.