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3. Carefully screw the cover back onto the lancing
device. Avoid contact with the exposed needle.
Make sure the cover is fully sealed on the lancing
device.
4. Adjust the puncture depth by rotating the lancing
device cover. There are a total of 6 puncture depth
settings. To reduce discomfort, use the lowest
setting that still produces an adequate drop of blood.
Adjustment:
1 and 2
for delicate skin
3 and 4 for normal skin
5 and 6
for calloused or thick skin
Note:
Increased
pressure of the lancing device
against the finger will also increase the puncture
depth.
5. Pull the cocking barrel back to set the lancing device.
You may hear a click. The device is now loaded and
ready to obtain a drop of blood.
6. Prior to testing, wipe your hands with an alcohol swab or wash your hands
with soap. Use warm water to increase blood flow in your fingers if
necessary. Dry your hands thoroughly. Massage the hand from the wrist
up to the fingertip a few times to encourage blood flow.
