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Lancing Device
Lancing Device, Cont.
CAUTION:
• To achieve disinfection of the stated efficacy kill claim, the lancing
device should remain visibly wet for two minutes after the completion
of disinfecting.
WARNING:
Do not share lancing device with anyone, including other family members.
NOTE:
If any of the following physical and/or functional signs of deterioration
appear after cleaning and disinfecting the devices, stop using and contact
MHC Customer Support at (877) 358-4342.
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Cloudy meter display
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Meter displays broken character or icons
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Meter will not power on
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Meter buttons or strip ejector does not function
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Control solution test falls out of range
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Lancing device does not function
1. Wash your hands before performing cleaning and disinfecting procedures.
2. Remove a wipe from the container and follow the product label instruction
to clean and disinfect.
3. Check to make sure used lancet has been removed.
4. Wipe the outside of the reusable lancing device carefully.
* To clean the lancing device, wipe it with an approved disinfecting towelette.
* To disinfect the lancing device, wipe it with another towelette and
leave it wet for two minutes.
5. Dispose of used wipes.
6. Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and warm water after handling the
lancing device.
7. Whenever the reusable lancing device gets dirty and has blood or liquid on it,
cleaning and disinfection procedure should be performed. It also should be
cleaned and disinfected periodically. We recommend that you performed the
cleaning and disinfection procedures on it once per week.
Your EasyTouch® HealthPro™ Meter has an expected life of at least 3 years and
should withstand the cleaning and the disinfecting recommended in this User
Manual. We tested the meter and the lancing device with CaviWipes™
representing daily cleaning and disinfecting (two separate steps) for three (3)
years (Once per day (365 days) x 3 years x 2 cleaning/disinfecting steps for a total
of 1,095 times) and did not observe any change in performance, accuracy, or
appearance.
Storage of your EasyTouch® HealthPro™ System
To avoid the meter and test strips from accumulating dirt, dust or other
contaminants, please wash and dry your hands thoroughly before use.
Meter Storage:
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Storage conditions: 36-86˚F or 2-30˚C (Temperature)
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Always store or transport the meter in its original carrying case.
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Avoid dropping and strong impact.
•
Avoid direct sunlight.
Strip Storage:
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Storage conditions: 36-86˚F or 2-30˚C (Temperature)
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Store your test strips in their original vial only. Do not transfer to
other container.
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Store test strip packages in a cool and dry place. Keep away from direct
sunlight and heat.
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After removing a test strip from the vial, immediately replace the vial cap
and close it tightly.
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Record the expiration date (3 months after opening the test strips) on
the strip label.
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Do not use if expiration date has passed.
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Use the test strip with clean and dry hands.
Control Solution Storage:
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Storage conditions: Store in a cool, dry place between 46-86 ˚F or
8-30 ˚C (Temperature).
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After use, close cap tightly.
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Record the expiration date (date opened plus 3 months) on the control
solution on the bottle.
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Do not use if expiration date has passed.
