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Step 2 – Testing Blood Glucose
Note
: Insertion of a new test strip at any time, except while in the data
transfer mode (See page 33) will cause the meter to enter the test mode.
1. Insert a test strip into the strip port, contact bars end first and facing up. This
will turn on the meter and display all the display segments. If the audio option is
on, the meter will beep when the meter is turned on. The display will turn on
briefly with all the icons and segments turned on. Check the display to confirm
that all the display segments turn on with no missing components.
The display will then show only the date and time, with a dash moving across
the display. Check the display to ensure no inappropriate segments or icons
are permanently turned on.
2. Following this display check, the system will enter the
test mode. The display will show the date and time and
the strip icon with the blood sample icon blinking, to
indicate that the test strip is inserted correctly. If the test
strip has been inserted incorrectly, the meter will not
turn on. The meter is ready for testing when the blinking
blood drop and strip symbol appears. At this time a
blood drop can be added.
3. Touch the blood sample to the sample tip at the end of the test strip. If the
audio option is turned on, the meter will also beep to indicate the sample is
sufficient and the measurement has started. If you applied a drop of blood, but
do not see the countdown begin, you may reapply a second drop of blood
within 3 seconds.
READY TO TEST
NOT
READY NOT READY NOT READY
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