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Using With Your Computer

 

To Transfer data, the meter can be turned on or turned off. 

The USB mini port can be found on the bottom of 

your meter below the power, left and right buttons. 

1. 

Use the USB cable to connect 

your meter and computer.

 The 

display shows ”

PC

”. 

2. 

The meter starts to transfer 
data to the GlucoManager

TM 

software. 

3. 

When all data is uploaded from 
the meter to the PC, the meter 
shows “

OK

” and beeps

. In the 

software, select 

Multiple 

Management. 

Summary of Contents for EastMax LTC

Page 1: ...Long Term Care LTC Self Monitoring Blood Glucose System User s Manual Please read this User s Manual thoroughly before using this blood glucose meter...

Page 2: ...ose System Intended Use The EasyMax LTC Self Monitoring Blood Glucose Test System is intended for the quantitative measurement of glucose in fresh capillary whole blood samples drawn from the fingerti...

Page 3: ...utions when using the meter and obtaining a sample A new pair of gloves should be worn by the user before testing each patient The meter should be disinfected after each use The EasyMax LTC Self Monit...

Page 4: ...nting Transmission of Infectious Agents in Healthcare Settings 2007 http www cdc gov hicpac 2007ip 2007isolationprecautions html FDA Public Health Notification Use of Fingerstick Devices on More than...

Page 5: ...our patient manages their day to day diabetic care We ve made EasyMax LTC Self Monitoring Blood Glucose System as simple as possible to help you use it regularly Do you need help If you have questions...

Page 6: ...Strips feature a unique and accurate glucose dehydrogenase chemistry system Testing is not valid for neonatal blood specimens Do not disassemble the meter as this may cause damage to the components r...

Page 7: ...ts that come in contact with human blood even after cleaning should be handled as if capable of transmitting viral disease Note Do not touch the strips with wet hands Do not use expired strips the exp...

Page 8: ...t still has symptoms that don t seem to match their test results or if you have questions please call the Customer Care Service toll free at 866 994 3345 Eastern Standard Time Mon Fri 8 00AM 6 00PM He...

Page 9: ...Explanation of Meter Symbols Date on the left side Medical Record No patient number Time on the right side Apply Control Solution Apply blood Unit Result Message Battery Insert a strip Temperature...

Page 10: ...15 Blood Glucose Test Strips 17 Chapter 2 Control Solution Test 18 When to Run a Control Solution Test 18 About Control Solution 19 Running a Control Solution Test 20 Understanding Control Solution T...

Page 11: ...5 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 33 Battery Information 33 Cleaning and Disinfecting the EasyMax LTC Meter in LTC Settings 34 Cleaning And Disinfection Frequency 38 Maintenance and Testing 39 Screen...

Page 12: ...through results Test Strip Slot Insert a test strip here Battery Door Flip open the battery door by pushing the tab in the direction of the arrow and pulling the door up Right Button Press to enter m...

Page 13: ...he EasyMax LTC Accessories EasyMax 15 Blood Glucose Test Strip Test Strip Bottle Control Solution Bottle Expiration Date Strip Insert Direction Reaction area Hand Hold Area Blood collection area Elect...

Page 14: ...n the back of the meter by pushing the tab in the direction of the arrow and pulling the door up 2 Insert two AAA batteries The meter will beep to confirm the batteries are inserted correctly 3 Put th...

Page 15: ...t if you use the meter memory 2 Press Right button for 2 seconds to get into the setting mode 3 The screen display flashes the last 2 digits of the year Press Left button or Right button to adjust the...

Page 16: ...tton to turn on off the function of medical record number and press Power Button to confirm the setting Note 1 When the function of is on it allows you to keep testing records of multiple users separa...

Page 17: ...ightly close the vial immediately to keep the test strips dry Use the test strip within three minutes after taking it out of the vial The strip is for single use only Do not reuse it When you open a n...

Page 18: ...rol solution tests If you are using a new EasyMax LTC Blood Glucose Meter When you open a new vial of EasyMax 15 test strips If you think the meter or test strips may be working incorrectly If the met...

Page 19: ...ened or until the expiration date on the bottle whichever comes first Do not use a control solution that is past the expiration date The control solution can stain clothing If you spill it wash your c...

Page 20: ...ter on a flat surface like a table 4 Remove the control solution bottle cap and wipe the tip of the bottle with a tissue 5 Squeeze the bottle until a tiny drop forms at the tip of the bottle and place...

Page 21: ...ter starts to count down from 5 seconds and will show the results 7 Do not remove the test strip until you confirm that the reading falls within the range printed on the test strip vial Be sure to mat...

Page 22: ...eptable range for the appropriate control solution level Make sure you compare the result to the correct level of control When the control result is inside the range on the test strip vial your test s...

Page 23: ...ter 2 9 Is the control solution expired or contaminated Replace with new EasyMax 15 control solution to check the performance of your EasyMax LTC meter 9 Were test strips and control solutions stored...

Page 24: ...p and warm water Rinse and dry thoroughly Note Used test strips and lancets are considered bio hazardous waste in accordance with U S local regulations and should be handled as if capable of transmitt...

Page 25: ...n against test site to activate the lancet mechanism 5 Without touching the used lancet stick the lancet tip into its protective cover 6 Please discard used disposable lancets according to your facili...

Page 26: ...rea is dry and clean before using the safety lancet 5 Remove the protective lancet cap 6 Position the lancet and press it firmly against the puncture site Note If the function of is on and you do not...

Page 27: ...e transparent window of the test strip Do not put blood on top of the strip Be sure to get enough blood on the strip s reaction zone Otherwise an error code will appear nApply blood to the edge of the...

Page 28: ...10 Push the Strip Ejector to eject the test strip Properly dispose of both strip and lancet 11 After discarding wash hands thoroughly with soap and water Rinse and dry thoroughly 12 Clean and disinfec...

Page 29: ...control solution test Chapter 2 Control Solution Testing 2 Repeat a blood glucose test Chapter 3 Testing Blood Glucose 3 After running the quality control and retesting the patient if there are still...

Page 30: ...The memory function is necessary in order to transmit data to a central location separate software instructions are available and should not be used as a substitute for proper charting of patient data...

Page 31: ...2 The test results of control solution will show without Patient s numbers and will have the control solution icon located in the left corner 3 To delete a test result press Left button for more than...

Page 32: ...ttom of your meter below the power left and right buttons 1 Use the USB cable to connect your meter and computer The display shows PC 2 The meter starts to transfer data to the GlucoManagerTM software...

Page 33: ...ries when you first use the meter or replace with new batteries when the LP low power message and the low battery symbol appear on the display Note 1 The meter won t delete earlier records after you r...

Page 34: ...gistered disinfectant wipes have 2 minute claims If your wipes have higher or lower kill times you should adjust your technique accordingly Cleaning and Disinfection Instructions Please keep the meter...

Page 35: ...a continuous 2 minute wet contact time Let the device air dry for 30 seconds Note After disinfection users gloves should be removed and hands should be thoroughly washed with soap and water before pro...

Page 36: ...p Does the meter turn on Yes Any reading Yes 2 Run control solution test Is the reading within control range Yes 3 Eject test strip Does the meter turn off Yes Does the meter turn on Yes 4 Press and h...

Page 37: ...results are No the user should call the Customer Care Service toll free at 866 994 3345 Eastern Standard Time Mon Fri 8 00AM 6 00PM for assistance Meter Life when Cleaned and Disinfected The meter has...

Page 38: ...aning and disinfection Cleaning Frequency 9 cycles day X 365 days year X 4 year product life 13 140 cycles of cleaning Disinfection Frequency 1 cycle week X 52 weeks year X 4 year product life 208 cyc...

Page 39: ...on and lets you know if something is wrong See Screen Messages and what to do about them To make sure the display is working properly turn off the meter Press and hold power button to see the complet...

Page 40: ...94 3345 Eastern Standard Time Mon Fri 8 00AM 6 00PM Message What it means What to do Humidified Used strips The meter has detected a problem with the test strip Repeat the test with a new strip and pu...

Page 41: ...3 If this error message appears again please contact Customer Service Memory Error Replace the batteries first If ERROR 005 appears again please contact Customer Service No result in memory The test p...

Page 42: ...26 28 for information on sample application Test result is higher than 600 mg dL Re check your glucose level If the glucose result is HI again follow your facility s procedures without delay The test...

Page 43: ...result may occur if the test continues Relocate the meter to a location with temperature between 50 F 104 F 10 C 40 C The LF and thermometer icon appears Temperature is too low outside the required r...

Page 44: ...F 122 F 20 C 50 C Storage and transportation condition Relative Humidity R H 90 0 6 L Blood sample Fresh blood from fingertip Hematocrit Hct 20 60 Power Alkaline Battery 2 ct Battery life Over 2000 te...

Page 45: ...ease note these additional Limitations 1 If the patient has the following conditions the result may fail Severe dehydration Severe hypotension low blood pressure Shock A state of hyperglycemic hyperos...

Page 46: ...scorbic Acid 0 8 1 2 4 4 Dopamine NA 0 09 2 6 Gentisic Acid 1 8 1 8 6 Glipizide 0 2 0 2 8 Ibuprofen 0 5 4 2 50 50 L Dopa 0 5 8 0 2 Methyldopa 0 1 0 5 0 5 2 Sodium Salicylate 15 30 50 Tetracycline 0 4...

Page 47: ...ing the warranty period if your EasyMax LTC Self Monitoring Blood Glucose System does not work for any reason other than obvious abuse Oak Tree Health will replace it with a new system or an equivalen...

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