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Cleaning And Disinfection Frequency 

At least

 9 

cycles of cleaning per day and 

cycle of disinfection per week will allow the user to use the device for 

4

 years. The meter can sustain 20,000 cycles of cleaning and disinfection and the lancing device can sustain 

14,600 cycles of cleaning 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 cycles of disinfections   

< 20,000 validated cycles of cleaning and disinfection for the meter 
< 14,600 validated cycles of cleaning and disinfection for the lancing device

 

 

4 year product life is for properly cleaning and disinfection. After 4 years, the meter must be replaced 
with a new meter. 

Summary of Contents for EasyMax NG

Page 1: ...Next Generation NG Self Monitoring Blood Glucose System User s Manual Please read this User s Manual thoroughly before using your blood glucose meter...

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

Page 3: ...ves should be worn by the user before testing each patient The meter should be disinfected after each use The EasyMax NG Self Monitoring Blood Glucose Test System may be used for testing multiple pati...

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: ...nage you or your patients day to day diabetes care We ve made EasyMax NG 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: ...st 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...

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: ...ill have symptoms that don t seem to match your 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 Health...

Page 9: ...f Meter Symbols Date on the left side Memory Time on the right side Record Average display Result Apply Blood Apply Control Solution Temperature Application of blood or control solution Unit Insert a...

Page 10: ...olution Test 17 When to Run a Control Solution Test 17 About Control Solution 18 Running a Control Solution Test 19 Understanding Control Solution Test Results 21 Chapter 3 Testing Your Blood Glucose...

Page 11: ...5 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 32 Battery Information 32 Cleaning and Disinfecting the EasyMax NG Meter in LTC Settings 33 Cleaning And Disinfection Frequency 37 Maintenance and Testing 38 Screen...

Page 12: ...st setting and scroll through results Test Strip Slot Insert 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 Butt...

Page 13: ...he EasyMax NG 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 Electr...

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: ...time The flashing field is the one you are currently setting 3 The last 2 digits of the year flashes at the top of the display Press Left button or Right button to adjust the year and press Power But...

Page 16: ...ghtly 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 ne...

Page 17: ...perly You should run control solution tests If you are using a new EasyMax NG Blood Glucose Meter When you open a new vial of EasyMax 15 test strips If you think the meter or test strips may be workin...

Page 18: ...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 19: ...nto the meter in the direction of the arrow 3 Place the meter 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...

Page 20: ...ter starts to count down from 5 seconds and will show the result 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 matc...

Page 21: ...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 strips and your meter are working properly If your...

Page 22: ...ter 2 9 Is the control solution expired or contaminated Replace with new EasyMax 15 control solution to check the performance of your EasyMax NG meter 9 Were test strips and control solutions stored i...

Page 23: ...he lancet into the lancing device to get it ready for use 1 Unscrew the Cap 2 Insert the lancet into the lancing device firmly then twist off the protective cover 3 Put the front cap back on and turn...

Page 24: ...re not to be shared between users Sharing lancing devices and lancets may transmit bloodborne pathogens such as viral hepatitis 6 Set the lancing device aside until later in the test 5 Pull on the sli...

Page 25: ...st with Blood from Your Fingertip 1 Wash your hands with soap and warm water Rinse and dry thoroughly You can also use an alcohol prep pad to clean the site If you are testing others a new pair of cle...

Page 26: ...he 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 th...

Page 27: ...ands thoroughly with soap and water Rinse and dry thoroughly 11 Clean and disinfect the meter following the instruction in Chapter 5 Note Used test strips and lancets are considered bio hazardous wast...

Page 28: ...e steps 1 Run a control solution test Chapter 2 Control Solution Testing 2 Repeat a blood glucose test Chapter 3 Testing Your Blood Glucose 3 After running the quality control and retesting your blood...

Page 29: ...ction is necessary in order to transmit data to a central location separate software instructions are available Note 1 Do not change your therapy based on one individual result in memory 2 The memory...

Page 30: ...display shows dEL press to confirm deletion 4 Press Left button or Right button to keep reviewing the results 2 From the main screen press Left button for more than 2 seconds to view the control solut...

Page 31: ...tom 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...

Page 32: ...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 33: ...istered 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 34: ...e 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 p...

Page 35: ...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 36: ...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 37: ...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 38: ...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 39: ...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 40: ...2 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 41: ...sample application Test result is higher than 600 mg dL Re check your glucose level If the glucose result is HI again obtain and follow instructions from your healthcare professional without delay Th...

Page 42: ...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 43: ...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 tes...

Page 44: ...lease 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 hypero...

Page 45: ...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 46: ...ng the warranty period if your EasyMax NG 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 equivalent...

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