Accu-Chek Rapid-D Link, Instructions For Use Manual

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WARNINGS
Read the instructions carefully before use. It is recommended that you consult your insulin
pump manual for information regarding pump therapy.
For first time use, setup must be performed in the presence of a health care professional.
• This device remains sterile until the package is opened or damaged. Do not use if the
sterile package has been opened or damaged.
• Protect the product from excessive humidity, sunlight and heat. Store at room tem-
perature.
• Before inserting the Accu-Chek Rapid-D Link, prepare the infusion site in accordance
with the instructions of your healthcare professional.
• Discard the set after each use. Do not clean or re-sterilize.
• The Accu-Chek Rapid-D Link is for subcutaneous use only.
• Always tighten the luer-lock firmly into the pump adapter. If this is not done, danger of
leakage can result, due to a loose connection between the infusion set and the pump.
Avoid using any tools to screw the luer-lock connector into place. Otherwise damage
could result to the luer-lock connector.
• Do not leave air bubbles in the Accu-Chek Rapid-D Link. Prime thoroughly.
• Never insert the Accu-Chek Rapid-D Link before priming, or attempt to release block-
ages while it is in use, otherwise there is a danger of an uncontrolled quantity of insulin
being infused into the body.
• Never use a steel cannula for more than 48 hours (2 days). Never use the transfer set
for more than 6 days. When changing the cartridge, make sure that the transfer-set is
completely primed before connecting to the cannula.