Accu-Chek D-TRONplus insulin pump Reference Manual
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Accu-Chek D-TRONplus insulin pump Reference Manual
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9.3 Your insulin pump and water
Avoid deliberate immersion in water
Caution:
Your insulin pump is watertight, however you should avoid
deliberate immersion in water e.g. bathing, taking showers, swimming and
related water activities. You should inspect your insulin pump immediately
after an accidental immersion in water.
We recommend disconnecting your insulin pump before engaging in
water activities
You should check your insulin pump for chips or cracks frequently on a
regular basis. Dropping your insulin pump may harm it and damage the
watertight seal. If there are chips, cracks or damages, it is possible that
water will enter your insulin pump, which may lead to malfunction.
What to do after immersion in water
Put your insulin pump into
STOP
. Disconnect your insulin pump prior to inspection.
Use a soft cloth to dry the outside casing of your insulin pump. Check the PowerPack
compartment and the cartridge compartment for any water ingress. If the PowerPack
compartment or the cartridge compartment are wet, turn your insulin pump upside
down to let the water run out and let it dry. Do not use warm air (e.g. a hair dryer)
to dry. This could damage the internal electronic components of your insulin pump.
Do not insert the PowerPack or the cartridge before the compartments are completely
dry.
If you have any questions regarding these issues, do not hesitate to contact your
Accu-Chek customer service center for insulin pumps.
Plese refer to section 10.2 “Maintenance and cleaning” for further information.
9.4 Electromagnetic fields and hazardous areas
Your insulin pump has been tested and found to comply with the regulations con-
cerning unintentional electromagnetic interference. Security systems for transit
checks in airports as well as anti-theft monitoring devices installed in department
stores and shops should not affect the functionality of your insulin pump.
Due to the large variety of devices with electromagnetic radiation (e.g. cellular
phones), their influence on your insulin pump and vice versa cannot be ruled out
completely. It is advisable to keep your insulin pump at a distance of at least 20 cm
(8 inches) from such devices while the other device is switched on.
The standard concerning electromagnetic compatibility of medical equipment
(IEC 60601-1-2) demands the specification of according levels which refer to specified
electromagnetic interferences.