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Error 4  

Temperature Range: 

Cause:

Meter detected temperature problem.

Solution:

1.Repeat test with new test strip. Make sure 

meter and test strip are at room temperature.

• Do not apply heat or cold to meter. Operating 

temperature is 18°–30°C.

2.If you continue to get any error message, obtain a 

laboratory result, and 

• Compare color of test strip confirmation dot 

to Color Chart on test strip bottle to see if 
glucose level is very high or very low. 

• Take appropriate steps to monitor patient 

and provide medical care while awaiting 
laboratory result.

3.Contact LifeScan for help at 1 800 524-7226.

QRG prof.book  Page 26  Tuesday, September 17, 2002  1:41 PM

Summary of Contents for Sure Step Flexx

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Page 2: ...the system described herein is protected under US patent 4 935 346 Purchase of the system described herein does not act to grant a license under these patents Such a license is granted only when the...

Page 3: ...ality Control Test 3 Performing a Patient Test 7 Blood Application 11 Color Chart 13 Transferring Data 14 Connection Module 14 Serial Cable 15 Cleaning 16 Cleaning the Outside of the Meter 16 Cleaning...

Page 4: ...nce guide only after you have become familiar with the instructions and precautions outlined in the SureStepFlexx Meter Operator s Guide Test strip holder Power button LCD screen Optional barcode scan...

Page 5: ...uccessful scan the infor mation appears in the display field Press to confirm the entry NOTE If the SCAN button does not appear a barcode scanner is not installed or enabled or battery power is too lo...

Page 6: ...QC Test from the Main Menu 4 Select a control test 5 Enter your operator ID or scan your badge Press 6 Select the control solution lot number or scan the vial 7 Select the test strip lot number and co...

Page 7: ...of solution to the center of the pink test square 9 Check the confirmation dot on the back of the test strip to verify it is completely blue 10 Firmly insert the test strip all the way into the test s...

Page 8: ...ou fail to completely insert the test strip the test may start however you may receive an out of range result IMPORTANT If you insert the test strip after 2 minutes you may get an out of range result...

Page 9: ...the control solution result fails repeat the test The system may not be functioning properly Do not use the system to test patient blood unless the control result falls within the expected range Pres...

Page 10: ...n 3 Select Patient Test from the Main Menu 4 Enter your operator ID or scan your badge Press 5 Enter the patient ID or scan the ID tag Press 6 Select the test strip lot number and code or scan the bot...

Page 11: ...8 7 Apply the patient s blood to the center of the pink test square 8 Check the confirmation dot on the back of the test strip to verify it is completely blue...

Page 12: ...dot should be facing down Insert within 2 minutes of applying blood CAUTION If you fail to completely insert the test strip the test may start however you may receive an inaccurate low result CAUTION...

Page 13: ...conds IMPORTANT Do not remove the test strip until the countdown is complete 10 Remove the test strip 11 Press and continue testing Or press Entr Note and choose one to three comments that correspond...

Page 14: ...re you apply blood White pad absorbs excess blood that extends beyond the pink test square Confirmation dot is where you check for adequate blood application Apply a drop of blood to the center of the...

Page 15: ...turated with blood you have applied too much blood for an accurate result Repeat the application using a new test strip If the blue confirmation dot on the back of the test strip shows streaks or patc...

Page 16: ...e the test strip After a test you may check the meter result by comparing the confirmation dot to the Color Chart Do not use the Color Chart as a replacement for a meter result Unused Test for the mea...

Page 17: ...y 2 Remove the meter from the cradle and press Cont if the meter is still on The meter turns off automatically after data transfer is complete To verify a successful upload check the status screen for...

Page 18: ...n modem or serial server The meter automatically turns on and data transfer occurs 2 Remove the serial cable from the meter and press Cont if the meter is still on The meter turns off automatically af...

Page 19: ...e residual bleach Dry thoroughly CAUTION Do not get water inside the meter Never immerse the meter or hold it under running water because it will damage the meter Cleaning the Test Strip Holder CAUTIO...

Page 20: ...lder by pressing down on the left side and sliding it to the right 2 Wipe the test strip holder cover and base with a cotton swab dampened with a 10 bleach solution Follow with a swab dampened with wa...

Page 21: ...ge or an inaccurate high result 3 Thoroughly dry the test strip holder with a soft cloth or lint free tissue 4 Wipe the lens area and contact points with a cotton swab dampened with a 10 bleach soluti...

Page 22: ...to scratch this area 6 Replace the closed test strip holder by sliding it into the meter Push the test strip holder until it clicks into place 7 Turn on the meter If an error appears check to make su...

Page 23: ...20 Changing the Batteries 1 Turn off the meter 2 Press down on the battery door latch Lift open the door 3 Remove all three batteries and dispose of them according to your institution s guidelines...

Page 24: ...w size AA alkaline batteries Be sure to match the end of each battery with the signs inside the compartment CAUTION Donotuserechargeablebatteries 5 Replace the battery compartment door 6 Turn on the m...

Page 25: ...en the meter does detect a problem it may not produce an error message every time the problem occurs In some situations improper use may cause an inaccurate result without producing an error message R...

Page 26: ...eck that sample hematocrit is within range adult 25 60 neonatal 25 65 3 If you continue to get any error message obtain a laboratory result and Compare color of test strip confirmation dot to Color Ch...

Page 27: ...ly1minbutnotmorethan2min afterapplyingsamplebeforeinsertingteststrip Do not alter test strips 2 If you continue to get any error message obtain a laboratory result and Compare color of test strip conf...

Page 28: ...If glucose level is very high or very low take appropriate steps to monitor patient and provide medical care Repeat test with new test strip Do not move test strip after you insert it Remove test stri...

Page 29: ...to meter Operating temperature is 18 30 C 2 If you continue to get any error message obtain a laboratory result and Compare color of test strip confirmation dot to Color Chart on test strip bottle to...

Page 30: ...s very high or very low take appropriate steps to monitor patient and provide medical care Repeat test with new test strip Make sure test strip holder is fully inserted into meter Wait for Insert Stri...

Page 31: ...t strip bottle If glucose level is very high or very low take appropriate steps to monitor patient and provide medical care Repeat test with new test strip Make sure test strip lot number and code ent...

Page 32: ...en Insert Strip appears firmly insert test strip into test strip holder until it stops Cause Not enough sample on test strip or test strip inserted too quickly Solution Remove test strip Check confirm...

Page 33: ...stem administrator to enable meter s barcode scanner 2 Check meter s battery bar for adequate power Change meter batteries if necessary 3 If meter is not equipped with barcode scanner manually enter i...

Page 34: ...nserted or dirty test strip partially inserted or lens area dirty Solution 1 Check test strip holder is properly installed 2 Remove test strip from meter 3 Clean test strip holder and lens area Cause...

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