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Prepare and Fill the Cartridge continued
Step 11:
While holding steady pressure against the plunger rod with your
thumb, invert the insulin vial so the fi lling needle and cartridge are
pointing upwards into the insulin vial. Make sure the tip of the fi lling
needle stays in the insulin.
Step 12:
Slowly release the pressure against the plunger rod and allow the
insulin to fl ow into the cartridge.
CAUTION:
Do not pull the plunger rod while it is moving on its own. This will
cause air bubbles to form.
Step 13:
When the plunger stops moving, slowly pull the plunger rod straight down to
completely fi ll the cartridge.
TIP:
If you are partially fi lling the cartridge, slowly pull the plunger rod straight down until
the desired volume has entered the cartridge.
Step 14:
Tap the cartridge to dislodge and remove any air bubbles.
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