Biocare AccurateCheck AG50E Owner's Manual

BLOOD GLUCOSE MONITORING SYSTEMOWNER’S MANUALAG50E

10 GETTING STARTED Contents of the SystemThe system consists of three main products: a blood glu-cose meter, test strips, and a control solution. Thes

11 Appearance and Key Function of the MeterTEST SLOTis where you insert the test strip. The meter will turn on automatically after insertion.LCD SCREE

12Meter Display SegmentsTEST STRIP SYM-BOLAppears when the meter is turned on.BLOOD DROP SYMBOLFlashes when it is ready to apply the sample.TEST RESUL

13Appearance of the Test StripYour system measures the amount of sugar (glucose) in whole blood. Blood is applied to the absorbent hole of the

14Important Test Strip Information Store test strip packages in a cool, dry place at 4-40˚C (39.2-104˚F). Keep away from direct sunlight and heat.

15 BEFORE TESTINGDisplay Self-Checks Each time you insert a test strip, the meter displays “CH” and “ ”. This tells you that the system is

16Important Control Solution Test Information Use only our control solutions. Check the expiry date on the control solution vial. Do not use if expir

17 TESTING YOUR BLOOD SUGARGetting a Drop of BloodWARNING !To reduce the chance of infection: Never share a lancet or the Lancing Device with anyone.

18 When obtain blood from sites other than the ngertip A clear cap, together with the kit, makes you easier to get a drop of blood for AST. When y

19WARNING ! The system requires a very small blood drop to perform a test. You can obtain it from a ngertip. Choose a different spot each time yo

20Step-by-Step Test Procedure STEP 1 Insert the Test StripFully insert test strip face up with con-tact bars end rst, into the test slot. The

21STEP 3 Obtain an Accurate Result in 7 SecondsYour blood glucose test result will appear after the meter counts down to 0. This blood glucose resul

22 USING THE METER MEMORYYour meter stores the 450 most recent blood glucose test results along with their respective dates and times in its

23The 14- day average is calculated from the blood glucose results obtained during the last 14 days. It, too, indicates how many blood glucose t

24 VIEWING RESULTS ON A PERSONAL COMPUTERResults in memory can be transmitted to a personal com-puter. Health Care System Software and an interface ca

25 COMPARING METER AND LABORATORY RESULTS The meter provides you with whole blood equivalent results. The result you obtain from your meter

26You may still have a variation from the result because blood glucose levels can vary signicantly over short periods of time, especially if you have

27 SETTING THE METER AND DELETING THE MEMORYYour meter comes with the time, date, unit of measure-ment and unit of temperature preset. Ho

28STEP 3 Set the Date Press and release the M button until the correct date appears. To move faster, hold the M button down. With the cor

29NOTE !Day averages are calculated from results obtained during the 7, 14, 21, 28, 60 and 90 days preceding the current date and time settings. When

BLOOD GLUCOSEMONITORING SYSTEMOWNER’S MANUALVer 1.0 , 2010.04311-4227000-005AG50E

30Set-up is all completed. Press the set but-ton to turn off the meter. “OFF” will be dis-played before shut down.

31TAKING CARE OF YOUR METERMaintenance Your meter does not require special maintenance. As no blood or control solution comes in contact with th

32To replace the battery, make sure that the meter is turned off. NOTE ! Replacing the batteries does not affect the meter’s memory ( previous test

33 PROBLEM-SOLVING GUIDEThe following is a summary of various display messages and symbols. These messages help to identify certain prob-lems but do

34Result IndicatorSpecial symbols and messages appear together with your test result.Message What it means appears when your result is at reference

35Error MessageMessage What it means ActionAppear when the battery can not provide enough power for a test.Replace the battery immedi-ately.Appear whe

36Operational ProblemSituation: The meter does not display a message after in-serting a test strip. PROBABLE CAUSE WHAT TO DOBattery exhausted. Replac

37Situation: If the control solution test result is out of range.PROBABLE CAUSE WHAT TO DOError in performing the test. Read the instruction thor-o

38 SPECIFICATIONSModel no.:TD-4202Dimension&Weight: 96mm(L)x45mm(W)x23mm(H), 76.15gPower source: two 1.5V AAA alkaline batteries Display: LCDMemo

39 EXPECTED TEST RESULTSTime of dayNormal plasma glucose range for people without diabetes (mg/dL)Fasting and before meal Less than 100 mg/dL (5.6 mmo

4Dear AccurateCheck AG50E System Owner:You have chosen one of the best blood glucose monitoring sys-tems. This manual contains important information y

40 SYMBOLS INFORMATIONSymbol ReferentDo not reuseFor in vitro diagnostic use onlyRead instructions before useKeep away from sunlightKeep dryTemperatur

41 SUMMARY OF OPERATIONThis summary is intended for quick reference only. It is not a substitute for the owner’s manual. Please read the entire manual

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5 IMPORTANT INFORMATION Severe dehydration and excessive water loss may cause readings which are lower than actual values. If you be-lieve you are su

6TABLE OF CONTENTSIMPORTANT INFORMATION 05ABOUT ALTERNATIVE SITE TESTING(AST) 08GETTING STARTED 10 Contents of the System 10 Appearance and Key

7SETTING THE METER AND DELETING THE MEMORY 27TAKING CARE OF YOUR METER 31 Maintenance

8 ABOUT ALTERNATIVE SITE TESTING (AST)Important: AST results serve as references only. Please consult your healthcare professional before you beg

9We strongly recommend you do AST in the fol-lowing intervals: In a pre-meal or fasting state (more than 2 hours since the last meal). Two hours or m