Tandem t:slim X2, User Manual

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Chapter 1 – Introduction
1.1 System Description
The t:slim X2 System is made up of
the t:slim X2
™
Insulin Pump and the
t:slim
®
3mL (300 units) cartridge. The
t:slim X2 Insulin Pump delivers insulin in
two ways: continuous, or basal insulin
delivery, and bolus insulin delivery to
cover carbohydrates eaten (food bolus)
and to lower high blood glucose (cor-
rection bolus). The disposable cartridge
is filled with up to 300 units of U-100
insulin and attached to the pump. The
cartridge is replaced every few days.
CAUTION
Federal (USA) law restricts this
device to sale by or on the order
of a physician.
Product information, including electron-
ic versions of the User Guide, a Guide
to Successful Pumping, t:connect
Getting Started and User Guides are
available at www.tandemdiabetes.com.
1.2 About this User Guide
This User Guide covers important infor-
mation on how to operate your t:slim
X2 Pump. It provides step-by-step
instructions to help you properly pro-
gram, manage and care for the pump.
It also provides important warnings and
cautions on proper operation and tech-
nical information to ensure your safety.
In this Guide, the t:slim X2 Pump may
be referred to as “your pump” or “your
t:slim X2 Pump”. The t:slim cartridge
may be referred to as “your cartridge.”
Together, the t:slim X2 Insulin Pump
and the t:slim cartridge may be referred
to as “your system”.
The User Guide is organized into sec-
tions that allow you to learn to use your
t:slim X2 System.
Pump screens used in this Guide to
demonstrate how to use features are
examples only. They should not be
considered suggestions for your indi-
vidual needs.