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ACCU-CHEK

Advantage

Assembled in U.S.A.
Roche Diagnostics
9115 Hague Road
Indianapolis, IN 46256

ACCU-CHEK, ADVANTAGE, COMFORT CURVE, and SOFTCLIX are trademarks of Roche.
All other product names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

03508501004-0807

ACCU-CHEK Customer Care Service Center 1-800-858-8072

www.accu-chek.com

Summary of Contents for ADVANTAGE

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Page 3: ...t from your ACCU CHEK Advantage system We also invite you to visit www accu chek com to find out about services tools and information that can help you manage your diabetes To start testing quickly yo...

Page 4: ...Why Regular Blood Sugar Testing Is Important Checking your blood sugar regularly can make a big difference in how you manage your diabetes on a daily basis We ve made it as simple and comfortable as...

Page 5: ...e using them for the first time If you see any damage to the container cap or if anything prevents the cap from closing properly do not use the test strips Contact the ACCU CHEK Customer Care Service...

Page 6: ...right away Some people with diabetes do not experience symptoms of low blood sugar hypoglycemia Others such as children or people who are unconscious or have certain disabilities may not be able to c...

Page 7: ...Health Care Providers and Caregivers Do not use this device to measure blood glucose in people who are experiencing cardiovascular collapse severe shock or decreased peripheral blood flow Children sho...

Page 8: ...eter 15 Using Your Test Strips 16 Using ACCU CHEK Comfort Curve Test Strips 17 Using ACCU CHEK Advantage Test Strips 17 Chapter 2 Control Testing 19 Why Run Control Tests 19 About the Control Solution...

Page 9: ...nance and Troubleshooting 32 Cleaning Your Meter 32 Maintenance and Testing 33 Cleaning Your Lancet Device 33 Screen Messages and Troubleshooting 34 Chapter 6 Technical Information 38 Product Limitati...

Page 10: ...ress to enter memory adjust settings and scroll through results Code Key in Slot Insert code key through this opening 8 On Off Button Press this button to turn the meter on or off Test Strip Slot Inse...

Page 11: ...9 Ejector Plunger Release Button Cap with Comfort Dial Depth Selection Lancet Device Test Strip Lancet Silver colored bars Yellow Window Protective Cover Test Strip Vial...

Page 12: ...use a long lasting lithium battery and to keep an extra package on hand Be sure the battery goes in plus side up or facing you Your meter will prompt you to verify the time and date immediately after...

Page 13: ...standing Your New System ACCU CHEK Customer Care Service Center 1 800 858 8072 11 1 Press and release On Off button to turn on the meter Wait for the flashing test strip or 2 Press and hold until set...

Page 14: ...ur 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to set the minutes month day and year The flashing number is the one that can be changed 6 Press and hold down to finish setup The flashing test strip appears Chapter 1 Under...

Page 15: ...o a strip A result is displayed An error occurs while testing The beeper sounds when an error occurs even if the beeper is turned off Buttons are pushed To turn the beeper off 1 Press and release to t...

Page 16: ...nding Your New System ACCU CHEK Customer Care Service Center 1 800 858 8072 1 Press and release to turn on the meter Wait for the flashing test strip or 2 Press and hold until set appears on the displ...

Page 17: ...s included in every box of test strips Change the code key every time you open a new box of test strips Notes If appears on the display turn off the meter make sure the code key is all the way in then...

Page 18: ...test strip vial Do not use the test strips after that date Throw the test strips away If the Use By date is missing or cannot be read do not use the test strips Store your test strips and meter in a...

Page 19: ...Touch and hold a drop to the edge not the top of the yellow window Fill the yellow window completely Using ACCU CHEK Advantage Test Strips Silver colored bars Yellow window Touch and hold a drop to th...

Page 20: ...18 Chapter 1 Understanding Your New System ACCU CHEK Customer Care Service Center 1 800 858 8072...

Page 21: ...ou feel You want to check if you are testing correctly About the Control Solution Make sure you use the control solution that matches your test strips for example ACCU CHEK Comfort Curve control solut...

Page 22: ...trol solution open it squeeze one drop onto a paper towel and wipe the tip of the bottle clean 5 Touch and hold one drop of control solution to the edge of the yellow window When the test is done the...

Page 23: ...for tests with Level 1 and Level 2 control solutions Your control test results should be within the listed range You can compare the result to the range for the level of control solution you used Lev...

Page 24: ...ion Replace solution or strips that have expired or solution you opened more than three months ago If either has been open for a while replace the test strips or control solution If not recode the met...

Page 25: ...il it clicks Note You can refer to the First Time Guide or the Quick Reference Guide for a simple testing summary Chapter 3 Testing Your Blood Sugar Preparing the ACCU CHEK Softclix Lancet Device 3 Tw...

Page 26: ...vice is ready Set aside until later in the test Notes The best depth setting is the lowest number that lets you get enough blood for a test Try different settings to find the one that s right for you...

Page 27: ...sh and dry your hands 2 Take one test strip from the test strip vial Close the test strip vial cap tightly 3 Insert the end of the test strip with the silver colored bars into the meter with the yello...

Page 28: ...llow window fills completely If you still see yellow apply another drop of blood within 15 seconds or start over with a new test strip 8 An hourglass flashes on the screen and the test result appears...

Page 29: ...ood sugar results This information helps you better manage your diabetes reducing your chances for complications Record your results in the self test diary included in your kit or on your computer Sto...

Page 30: ...elow 85 so that moisture doesn t condense on or inside the meter Let the meter return to room temperature and thoroughly dry before turning it on Understanding Your Test Results Normal Blood Sugar Ran...

Page 31: ...vision rapid heartbeat tingling or numbness around mouth or fingertips If you are experiencing any of these symptoms test your blood sugar If your result is displayed as LO or HI and you have symptoms...

Page 32: ...us individual results or 3 Press to view in order 7 14 and 30 day averages respectively 30 Day Average 14 Day Average 7 Day Average Second Most Recent Result Third Most Recent Result And so on Third M...

Page 33: ...Meter s Memory Downloading Your Meter to a Computer You can transfer your stored results to a computer to track help identify patterns and print them out We offer a variety of software and cables to...

Page 34: ...Do Make sure the meter is turned off Gently wipe the meter s surface with a soft cloth slightly dampened with one of these cleaning solutions 70 alcohol Mild dishwashing liquid mixed with water 10 ho...

Page 35: ...n t expired then run a control test see Control Testing Periodically test your display to make sure it is working properly To test the display turn off the meter then press and hold to see the complet...

Page 36: ...58 8072 24 hours a day 365 days a year The meter isn t coded or the code key isn t all the way in Turn off the meter and recode it See Coding the Meter The meter is in set mode waiting for you to chan...

Page 37: ...uring range of the system See Understanding Your Test Results Your blood sugar result is below your defined hypo low blood sugar level The meter is being operated outside of the appropriate temperatur...

Page 38: ...1 800 858 8072 Your blood sugar may be extremely low an incorrect amount of blood was applied or the test strip is damaged or inserted improperly If you see this error message after you put blood on...

Page 39: ...meter has failed its internal electronic checks Turn the meter off then on again If you still see this display call the ACCU CHEK Customer Care Service Center at 1 800 858 8072 This is a display chec...

Page 40: ...t lithium battery type 2032 CR 2032 DL 2032 or equivalent Data port Multiplexed TTL UART Protection class III Meter type The ACCU CHEK Advantage meter is suitable for continuous operation Blood volume...

Page 41: ...device depths 0 80 0 95 1 10 1 25 1 40 1 55 1 70 1 85 2 00 2 15 2 30 mm Product Safety Information Explanation of Symbols CAUTION Please refer to safety related notes in the manual accompanying this i...

Page 42: ...r system The refund will be limited to the amount paid by you net of any rebates You must have a copy of the dated itemized purchase receipt and the original packaging to obtain this refund ACCU CHEK...

Page 43: ...NY WAY CONNECTED WITH THE PURCHASE OR OPERATION OF THE METER OR ITS PARTS NO WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IF ANY IS IMPLIED FROM THE SALE OF THE METER SHALL EXTEND F...

Page 44: ...TAGE SYSTEM READ CAREFULLY THE LIMITATIONS RECITED BELOW The ACCU CHEK Advantage system meter including the code key and test strips and its use are protected by U S Patent Nos 5 508 171 5 053 199 5 2...

Page 45: ...e ACCU CHEK Customer Care Service Center at 1 800 858 8072 Except where prohibited by statute all warranties covering the ACCU CHEK Advantage system are voided by use of the ACCU CHEK Advantage system...

Page 46: ...Nos 2030365 2030373 2030381 3000141 Control Solutions ACCU CHEK Comfort Curve control solutions Cat Nos 2030390 2030411 ACCU CHEK Advantage control solutions Cat Nos 552 986 989 Lancets ACCU CHEK Sof...

Page 47: ...1 This is not a requirement for the USA however please consider these points if you ever need to dispose of your blood glucose meter Any product coming in contact with blood is considered contaminated...

Page 48: ...9 diary 27 display check 33 error messages 34 37 expiration date 16 22 fatigue 29 flag 27 frequent urination 29 high blood sugar 29 hourglass 26 hyperglycemia 29 hypoglycemia 29 lancet device 23 24 44...

Page 49: ...800 858 8072 test results understanding 28 test results unusual 29 test strips ACCU CHEK Advantage 17 test strips ACCU CHEK Comfort Curve 17 thirst increased 29 time and date setting 11 12 tingling 2...

Page 50: ...48 Notes Notes ACCU CHEK Customer Care Service Center 1 800 858 8072 48...

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Page 52: ...agnostics 9115 Hague Road Indianapolis IN 46256 ACCU CHEK ADVANTAGE COMFORT CURVE and SOFTCLIX are trademarks of Roche All other product names and trademarks are the property of their respective owner...

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