Tandem T:Slim, User Manual

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Chapter 18 – Taking Care of Your t:slim System
18.1 Overview
This section provides information on
caring for and maintaining your System.
Cleaning Your System
When cleaning your t:slim Pump, use a
damp lint-free cloth. Do not use house-
hold or industrial cleaners, solvents,
bleach, scouring pads, chemicals, or
sharp instruments. Never submerge
the pump in water or use any other liq-
uid to clean it. Do not place the pump
in the dishwasher or use hot water to
clean it. If needed, use only a very mild
detergent, such as a bit of liquid soap
with warm water. When drying your
pump, use a soft towel; never place
your pump in a microwave oven or
baking oven to dry it.
Inspecting Your System
for Damage
If you drop your t:slim Pump or it has
been hit against something hard,
ensure that it is still working properly.
Check that the touch screen is working
and clear, and that the cartridge and in-
fusion set are properly in place. Check
Disposing of System Components
Consult your local waste management
authorities for instructions for disposal
of devices containing electronic waste
such as your pump and for instructions
for disposal of potentially bio-hazardous
materials such as used cartridges, nee-
dles, syringes, and infusion sets.
for leaks around the cartridge and at
the luer connector to the infusion set.
Immediately contact Tandem Diabe-
tes Care Customer Technical Support
at 1-877-801-6901 if you notice any
cracks, chips, or other damage.
Storing Your System
If you need to stop using your t:slim
Pump for a long period of time, you can
place the pump in storage mode. To
place the pump in storage mode, con-
nect the pump to a power source and
then press and hold down the Screen
On/Quick Bolus Button for 25 seconds.
The pump will beep 3 times before go-
ing into storage mode. Disconnect the
pump from the power source.
Keep the pump protected when not
in use. Store at temperatures between
-4 °F – 140 °F and at a relative humidi-
ty level of less than 90%.
To bring the pump out of storage
mode, simply connect the pump to a
power source.