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Products that can be helpful for removal but are optional:
• Baby Oil:
Soft moisturizer
• Remove™ Adhesive:
Removes adhesive residue on the skin
• UNI-SOLVE™ Adhesive Remover:
Formulated to reduce adhesive trauma to the skin
by thoroughly dissolving dressing
Remove Sensor
Your reader or app will alert you when it’s time to
remove the sensor. Pull up the adhesive edge that
keeps the sensor attached to your skin. Then slowly
peel from your skin in a single motion.
Remove &
Replace Sensor
Replace Sensor
Remember to choose a different spot on the back
of your upper arm to apply the new sensor. This
will help avoid skin irritation. See page 4 for
application instructions.
Sensor Disposal:
The sensor should be disposed of in accordance with all applicable local
regulations related to the disposal of electronic equipment, batteries, sharps, and materials
potentially exposed to body fluids. Contact Customer Service for more information.
The sensor is designed to stay on for up to 14 days. Here’s how to remove, replace,
and properly dispose of system components.
Tips for Wearing
Your Sensor
Clothing:
*
Scan right through
your clothes. Be careful when
dressing to avoid disturbing
the sensor.
Showering, bathing, and
swimming:
†
Sensor is water-
resistant. Do not submerge more
than 3 feet or keep under water
longer than 30 minutes at a time.
Gently pat dry after getting it wet.
Exercising:
Use skin adhesive
if sweating loosens sensor.
Try an over-bandage if
playing contact sports.
Traveling:
System is safe to
use while on an aircraft. Do not
expose the sensor to airport
full-body scanners. Request
another type of screening to
avoid removing your sensor.
Medical procedures:
Notify
your healthcare provider and
remove your sensor when
necessary. Exposing the sensor
to MRI, CT scan, diathermy, or
X-ray may cause damage and
incorrect readings.
Some good-to-know ideas about using CGM throughout your day.
*The reader can capture data from the sensor when it is within 1 cm to 4 cm of the sensor.
†Sensor is water-resistant in up to 1 meter (3 feet) of water. Do not immerse longer than 30 minutes.
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Sensor Ending
Soon
Replace Sensor in:
40
minutes
Parent Tip
Because kids have smaller arms, it can be
challenging to find a new application site.
Try switching arms with each new sensor.
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