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Manufacturer:

AgaMatrix, Inc.
7C Raymond Avenue
Salem, NH 03079 USA

©2005-2011 AgaMatrix, Inc.
Meter Firmware ©2005-2011 AgaMatrix, Inc.
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8100-03542 Rev E

Key Features in the AgaMatrix Jazz™

No Coding Required

- The AgaMatrix Jazz doesn’t

require you to code your meter. Insert a test strip and
you are ready to test.

Pre/Post Tagging

- After you test, tag your reading

with the mealtime. Better organize your data and see
how your test results change before and after meals.

Positive Feedback

- The AgaMatrix Jazz will display

a smiley face icon if your result is within the target
range.

Summary of Contents for Jazz

Page 1: ...OWNER S GUIDE Advanced Blood Glucose Monitoring System ...

Page 2: ...served All trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners 8100 03542 Rev E Key Features in the AgaMatrix Jazz No Coding Required The AgaMatrix Jazz doesn t require you to code your meter Insert a test strip and you are ready to test Pre Post Tagging After you test tag your reading with the mealtime Better organize your data and see how your test results change before and aft...

Page 3: ...ing Pre Post Mealtime Averages Glucose Variability Tracking Viewing 1 Month 2 Week and 3 Day Trend Graphs Setting the Mealtime Tag Setting Meter Volume Setting the Time Setting the Date Setting Hypoglycemic Warning Alarms Setting Hyperglycemic Warning Alarms Setting the Glucose Target Range Setting Alarms Errors and Troubleshooting Display Messages Batteries Caring For Your Meter and Lancing Devic...

Page 4: ...APTER 5 Results over 240 mg dL may mean high blood glucose levels hyperglycemia Checking ketones may be advisable 6 If you get results below 70 mg dL or above 240 mg dL and do not have symptoms of hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia repeat the test If you have symptoms or continue to get results that fall below 70 mg dL or rise above 240 mg dL follow the treatment plan recommended by your healthcare tea...

Page 5: ...em Blood glucose monitoring should be done under the guidance of your healthcare professional 2 For in vitro i e outside of the body diagnostic use only 3 With AgaMatrix Jazz Test Strips and AgaMatrix Control Solution only Do not use other brands of test strips and control solution with this meter This may produce inaccurate results 4 For use at home over the counter OTC by persons with diabetes o...

Page 6: ...other container or outside the vial 5 After removing an AgaMatrix Jazz Test Strip from the vial immediately close the vial cap tightly 6 With clean dry hands you may gently handle the AgaMatrix Jazz Test Strip when removing it from the vial or inserting it into the meter 7 Do not use AgaMatrix Jazz Test Strips beyond the expiration date or 90 days after first opening the vial This may cause inaccu...

Page 7: ...ontact bars facing up into the test strip port About the AgaMatrix Jazz Meter Display Symbols Messages 1 Date and Time Appears here including when the meter is deactivated 2 Glucose Test Results 3 Low Battery Message Appears when battery 2 in your meter is running low 4 Dead Battery Message Appears when battery 2 in your meter is dead 5 Temperature Symbol Appears when the meter is outside its oper...

Page 8: ...ags appear after a test is complete and will help categorize your results 16 Day SD and AVG Symbols These symbols appear in the meter s data management functions About the AgaMatrix Lancing System 1 Cocking Handle Cocks the device so it is ready to lance 2 Depth Adjustment Dial Adjusts how deep the lancet will lance the skin 3 Depth Indicator Window Displays the depth setting of the lancing device...

Page 9: ...rd MEM is displayed Press the CHECK button again to see your most recent test result Meter Basics 5 CHAPTER 2 Press the DOWN or UP arrow buttons repeatedly to scroll thru every test result starting from the most recent and ending with the oldest HOW TO ACTIVATE THE METER AND VIEW MEALTIME AVERAGES 1 When your meter is deactivated press the CHECK but ton once to enter Menu mode The word MEM is disp...

Page 10: ... should only be used for 90 days after first opening the bottle or until the expiration date printed on the label whichever comes first Performing a Control Solution Test 7 CHAPTER 1 Insert an AgaMatrix Jazz Test Strip Insert a new AgaMatrix Jazz Test Strip into the meter Make sure you insert the test strip with the contact bars facing up into the test strip port The meter will be activated automa...

Page 11: ...ate Write the discard date on the AgaMatrix Control Solution bottle Important AgaMatrix Control Solution information 1 Use only AgaMatrix Control Solution with your AgaMatrix Jazz System 2 Always replace the cap on the control solution bottle immediately after use 3 Do not add water or any other liquid to control solution 4 Control solution tests should be performed within the system operating tem...

Page 12: ...lso appear on the display Compare the result of your control solution test to the range printed on the AgaMatrix Jazz Test Strip vial label for the control solution level Normal or High that you used Your control solution result should fall within this range The control solution test result is stored in memory To deactivate the meter remove the used AgaMatrix Jazz Test Strip Dispose of used materi...

Page 13: ...cing Level The AgaMatrix Lancing Device offers 8 depth settings Rotate the dial to the desired setting as shown in the depth indicator window Level 1 is the most shallow level 8 is the deepest If you have never lanced before it is recommended that you start at level 3 If necessary set the depth level to a deeper setting to produce enough blood to fill the test strip 0 5 μL Cock the Handle Pull the...

Page 14: ...ea If necessary set the lancing device to a deeper setting or use a larger lancet to produce enough blood 4 Applying Blood Sample Bring Test Strip to Blood Sample The meter now displays the droplet symbol This means your AgaMatrix Jazz System is now ready for you to apply blood Immediately bring the AgaMatrix Jazz Test Strip to the blood sample The test strip fills from the tip Do not apply blood ...

Page 15: ...hen your blood glucose test result with time and date is shown on the display If the volume is ON you will hear a beep Your test result is now stored in the memory 5 Test Result Mealtime Tagging and Feedback If the Mealtime Tag Feature is Enabled The AgaMatrix Jazz Meter allows you to add a tag to your test result Tagging results allows you to view averages before and after meals to see what effec...

Page 16: ... test strips lancets and lancing devices may be considered biohazardous or medical waste in your city or town Follow all local regulations for proper disposal haven t removed the test strip from the meter yet If you don t want to tag a reading scroll through the options by pressing the DOWN or UP arrow buttons One of the options will leave the tag field blank If you do not want to tag meals this f...

Page 17: ... testing on the palm and forearm is slightly different than testing on the finger Always discuss changes to your testing habits with your healthcare professional IMPORTANT When testing on the palm at the base of the thumb or forearm you may need to set the lancing device to a deeper setting or use a larger lancet to obtain enough whole blood to perform a test Consult your healthcare professional f...

Page 18: ...ividual readings Press the UP arrow button to scroll backwards Note When scrolling through the oldest test re sult will cycle back to the most recent test result To return to the menu press the CHECK button Viewing Individual Results 10 1 Data Management Features 10 CHAPTER IMPORTANT Results averages and graphs stored in memory should only be used as a reference Do not make treatment decisions bas...

Page 19: ...layed with a decimal point Viewing 14 Day Statistics 10 2 The stats feature allows you to compare your average test result the standard deviation between test results and the average number of tests per day over the last 14 day period 1 When your meter is deactivated press theCHECK button once to enter menu mode The word MEM is displayed 2 Press the DOWN or UP arrow buttons until the word STATS ap...

Page 20: ...CK button again to enter the mealtime averages section The display now shows your breakfast average 4 Press the DOWN arrow button The display now shows your post breakfast average 5 Press the DOWN arrow button The display now shows your lunch average 6 Press the DOWN arrow button The display now shows your post lunch average 7 Press the DOWN arrow button The display now shows your dinner average 8...

Page 21: ...ch bar represents a test result average from 1 day Each vertical unit represents 50 mg dL Themostrecentresultis ontherightsideofthescreen Each bar represents a test result average from 1 day Each vertical unit represents 50 mg dL Themostrecentresultis ontherightsideofthescreen IMPORTANT Averages above 300 mg dL will not be represented in the trend graphs mg dL Any bars represented at 300 mg dL may...

Page 22: ... is displayed Press the CHECK button to enter and edit the time settings 3 You should see a display with the message blinking 12hr or 24hr this means you are ready to set the meter s time Select the 12 or 24 hour clock format with the Setting the Time 13 CHAPTER The AgaMatrix Jazz Meter allows you to turn ON or OFF the feature that tags results as having occurred before or after a meal 1 When your...

Page 23: ... confirm your selection and move on to the month setting 5 Set the month flashing with the DOWN or UP arrow buttons Press the CHECK button to confirm your selection 6 Set the day flashing with the DOWN or UP arrow buttons Press the CHECK button to confirm your selection and return to the menu DOWN or UP arrow buttons The 12 hour clock display option is indicated by a 12hr The 24 hour clock display...

Page 24: ... on to the hypoglycemic threshold setting 5 Set the hypoglycemic threshold flashing with the DOWN or UP arrow buttons Press the CHECK button to confirm your selection and return to the menu The Hyperglycemic Warning Alarm alerts you when your glucose test results are above the hyperglycemic threshold you have set The meter is pre set to a hyperglycemic threshold of 240 mg dL Always consult your he...

Page 25: ... hyperglycemic alarm needs to be set at 180 mg dL or higher Setting The Glucose Target Range 17 CHAPTER 1 When your meter is deactivated press the CHECK button once to enter menu mode The word MEM is displayed 2 Press the DOWN or UP arrow buttons until the word RANGE is displayed 3 Press the CHECK button to enter and edit the glucose target range settings 4 Set the lower limit of the pre meal gluc...

Page 26: ...he volume turned OFF then the alarm will not sound but the backlight will flash 6 Setting Multiple Alarms To set other alarms press the DOWN or UP arrow buttons until the alarm you want to set AL1 to AL7 is displayed Follow the previous steps in this section There are 7 alarms you can set to remind you when to test your glucose levels When alarms are activated 1 If an alarm is set and the AgaMatri...

Page 27: ...s On rare occasions the meter will display an error message in stead of a glucose result The AgaMatrix Jazz System is able to detect specific problems which may allow you to determine the cause of the error without wasting valuable test strips When you are presented with an error message check for common problems within this chapter that may explain the source of the error CAUTION In certain cases...

Page 28: ...fer to chapter 22 If problem persists call customer service and have the meter serial number available located on back of the meter Troubleshooting Situation 2 The glucose test sequence does not start after applying the blood sample 1 CAUSE Defective test strip ACTION Repeat the test Error 5 The meter was unable to produce a reliable result 1 This may be caused by a non blood sample or a combina t...

Page 29: ...ON MEANING If the Hyperglycemic Warning Alarm is set your CAUTION Low or high blood glucose test results can indicate a potentially serious medical condition Follow your healthcare professional s recommendations LO MESSAGE Flashing message with double beep if volume is enabled MEANING Glucose test result is lower than 20 mg dL This Lo result may indicate hypoglycemia low blood glucose The Lo resul...

Page 30: ...ed to get correct averages Removing the batteries does not affect the meter s memory or previously stored user settings such as time format alarms etc Note Dispose of used batteries according to your local environ mental regulations Your meter is an electronic device When dis Batteries 21 CHAPTER glucose test result is higher than the pre set threshold KETONE MESSAGE Flashing message with double b...

Page 31: ...ooking at the battery door Press the battery door clip to open Remove the battery door Be careful not to misplace the battery door 2 Remove and Install the meter battery To remove the used battery pull the appropriate tab to pop out the battery Install the new battery with the positive sign facing up towards you 3 Remove and Install the backlight battery To remove the used battery pull the appropr...

Page 32: ...equipment This meter should not affect the normal operation of other devices If this does occur provide more distance between the meter and the affected device Meter Specifications 23 CHAPTER Assay Method Dynamic Electrochemistry Maximum Altitude 10000 feet 3048 meters Calibration Plasma equivalent Coding No Code Sample Whole blood capillary Sample Size 0 5 microliters Average Glucose Test Time 6 ...

Page 33: ...ng as it has not been modified altered or misused Under this warranty AgaMatrix will replace free of charge Your meter if it is defective in material or workmanship No other warranties express or implied are made AgaMatrix will not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to You This Warranty gives You specific legal rights and You ...

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