Step 3: Clean the Test Area.
CAUTION: Do not
get water inside
the meter.
The following cleaning agents will
damage the meter.
Do not use:
• Alcohol
• Cleansers with ammonia or phenol
• Windex
®
or other glass cleaners
• Abrasive cleaners
(Windex is a registered trademark of the Drackett Products
Company.)
Check the clear, protective coating
over the test area to make sure it is
not scratched or damaged.
Rub the test area with a cotton swab or
soft cloth dampened with water to
remove all blood, dirt, or lint from the
test area. If necessary, a mild liquid
dishwashing detergent mixed with
water may also be used. Do not apply
full-strength detergent to the test area.
Be careful not to scratch the test area.
Dry the test area with a soft, dry tissue
or cloth. Remove any lint.
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