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EME

 

Self-Monitoring Blood Glucose System 

 

User’s Manual

 

 
 

 

 

 

 

Please read this User’s Manual thoroughly before 

using your blood glucose meter

 

Summary of Contents for Self-Monitoring Blood Glucose System

Page 1: ...EME Self Monitoring Blood Glucose System User s Manual Please read this User s Manual thoroughly before using your blood glucose meter...

Page 2: ...se the EME Self Monitoring Blood Glucose System To start testing quickly you can also refer to the Quick Reference Guide Thanks again for choosing the EME SMBG Intended Use The EME Self Monitoring Blo...

Page 3: ...sories work together to measure the amount of glucose in your blood The system includes Optional Accessories EME Blood Glucose Meter Alkaline Battery 2 ct Glucose Test Strips 10 pcs Lancets 10 pcs Lan...

Page 4: ...meter is easy to use and you can adjust the lancing device for your comfort Do you need help If you have questions or need assistance please contact your healthcare provider Although the EME SMBG Sys...

Page 5: ...ter as this may cause damage to the components resulting in incorrect readings Disassembling the meter will also void the warranty Always keep the meter clean and store it in a safe place Protect the...

Page 6: ...ucts or objects that come in contact with human blood even after cleaning should be handled as if capable of transmitting a viral disease Consult with your healthcare professional before testing on yo...

Page 7: ...ou have followed the steps in the user s manual but still have symptoms that do not seem to match your test results or if you have questions please contact your healthcare provider Please read your te...

Page 8: ...dical device 1 5V AAA x 2 batteries only Use by Temperature limitation Manufacturer Catalogue number Serial number Control Sufficient for Authorized representative in the European Community Blood gluc...

Page 9: ...meets the requirements of Directive 98 79 EC in vitro diagnostic medical devices Explanation of Symbols continued Discard 6 months 180 days after opening Large LCD screen Hypo alarm Keep away form su...

Page 10: ...Indicate after noon Batteries status When the battery symbol appears prepare new batteries for installation AC ante cibos Indicate before meal PC post cibos Indicate after meal Insert strip Insert the...

Page 11: ...ol Solutions 19 Running a Control Solution Test 20 Understanding Control Solution Test Results 22 Chapter 3 Testing Your Blood Glucose 24 Using the Lancing Device 24 Inserting a Lancet into the Lancin...

Page 12: ...Memory Storing Test Results 38 Viewing Test Results 39 Chapter 5 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 40 Inserting Batteries 40 Cleaning Your Meter 41 Cleaning Your Lancing Device 41 Maintenance and Testin...

Page 13: ...ove the strip Display Shows results messages and results stored in memory Left Buttons Press to enter memory adjust setting and scroll through results Battery Door Flip open the battery door by pushin...

Page 14: ...rode Expiration Date Trigger button Press the trigger button to activate the lancing device Carrier Insert the lancet into the carrier Adjustable tip Select the desired penetration depth Hub Unscrew o...

Page 15: ...ery door on the back of the meter by pushing the tab in the direction of the arrow and pulling the door up 3 Put the battery door back in place and snap it closed The meter turns on automatically 2 In...

Page 16: ...epeat step 2 to set the date and time The flashing field is the one you are currently setting A AM P PM 1 Press right button to turn the meter on 2 The display shows the last 2 digit of the year that...

Page 17: ...of the bottle The strip is for single use only Do not reuse it Record the date you open the test strip bottle Be sure to check the expiration date on the test strip bottle The test strip is good for 6...

Page 18: ...ou should run the control solution tests when You use the EME Blood Glucose Meter for the first time You open a new bottle of test strips You think the meter or test strips may be working incorrectly...

Page 19: ...hever comes first Do not use a control solution that is past the expiration date Control solutions can stain clothing If you spill it wash your clothes with soap and water Close the bottle tightly aft...

Page 20: ...rol solution 1 Put a test trip into the meter as the direction of the arrow on the test strip The meter turns on automatically 2 Press left button to set AC PC or CS Mode then press right button to co...

Page 21: ...hat are available Please be sure that you are looking at the correct range 7 Touch the drop to the Blood collection area at the tip of the test strip Do not put control solution on top of the test str...

Page 22: ...ntrol When the control solution result is inside the range on the test strip bottle your test strips and your meter are working properly If your control solution result is not inside the acceptable ra...

Page 23: ...ed bottle 9 Is the meter functioning well You can use the control solutions to verify the meter s functions 9 Is the control solution expired or contaminated If yes replace with a new control solution...

Page 24: ...s right for you Please do not share your lancing device with anyone And always use a new sterile lancet Lancets are for one time use only Used test strips and lancets are considered bio hazardous wast...

Page 25: ...cet into the lancing device to get it ready for use 1 Unscrew the Cap 2 Insert the lancet into the lancing device firmly then twist off the protective cover 3 Recap the front cap Lancets are for use o...

Page 26: ...ice is ready Do not prick your finger until your meter and strip are prepared 4 Select the desired penetration depth 1 Select 1 2 for soft or thin skin 3 for average and 4 5 for thick or calloused ski...

Page 27: ...e meter by inserting a test strip 1 Wash your hands with soap and warm water Rinse and dry thoroughly 2 Put a test strip into the meter in the direction of the arrow The meter turns on automatically 3...

Page 28: ...ger button Then remove the lancing device from your finger 6 Gently squeeze and or massage your fingertip until a round drop of blood on your fingertip 7 Wipe away the first drop with a tissue and use...

Page 29: ...get enough blood in the strip s confirmation window Otherwise an inaccurate reading may yield 9 The meter starts to count down from 5 seconds and then shows the test result 10 Push the Strip Ejector t...

Page 30: ...vals In a pre meal or fasting state more than 2 hours since the last meal Two hours or more after taking insulin Two hours or more after exercise Do NOT use AST if You think your blood glucose is low...

Page 31: ...est to confirm the result again Do NOT change your treatment just because of an alternative site result do a fingertip test to confirm the result If you often do not notice when your blood glucose is...

Page 32: ...e is sufficient 2 Massage the puncture area of forearm for a few seconds 3 Press and hold the device with a clear adjustable tip against the forearm 1 This graphic shows where the meter cleared for al...

Page 33: ...ld the device against palm and increase pressure until the blood sample size is sufficient 1 Massage the puncture area of palm for a few seconds Running a Blood Glucose Test with Blood from Your Palm...

Page 34: ...the cap 2 Without touching the used lancet stick the lancet tip into its protective cover 3 Pointing the lancing device toward a container for sharp or biohazard material slide the ejection button up...

Page 35: ...medical care in diabetes Table 10 Diabetes care 2011 Vol 34 Suppl 1 S21 Unusual Test Results If your test result does not match the way you feel please follow these steps 1 Run a control test Chapter...

Page 36: ...33 mmol L and you have symptoms of high blood glucose contact your healthcare professional instantly If the result does not match how you feel follow the steps under Unusual Test Results What It Means...

Page 37: ...r it just means that time has elapsed and your blood glucose has changed If you want to compare your meter result to the lab result you must be fasting Bring your meter to the doctor s office and test...

Page 38: ...atest is added so it is very important to have the correct time and date set in the meter 1 Do not change your therapy based on one individual result in memory 2 The memory is not lost when you replac...

Page 39: ...to help track your blood glucose result soundlessly 1 Press right button until turning the meter on 2 Press left button to view the latest test result 3 All results are shown in turn from records of...

Page 40: ...the display The meter will not turn on the first time batteries are inserted Please press and hold right button or insert the test strip to turn your meter on The meter will turn off automatically Or...

Page 41: ...dampened with water and mild detergent DO NOT places the entire device under water To disinfect the cap after cleaning place it in 70 75 rubbing alcohol for 10 minutes at least once a week Allow the...

Page 42: ...n it on and lets you know if something is wrong See Screen Messages and what to do about them To make sure the display is working properly turn off the meter Press and hold right button to see the com...

Page 43: ...ror message If you have any concerns please contact your healthcare provider Low power Action Replace with new batteries System fault Action Replace the batteries first If ERROR 001 appears again plea...

Page 44: ...orrect range please call your healthcare provider System fault Action Replace the batteries first If Err appears again please contact your local dealer The test result is lower than 20 mg dL 1 1 mmol...

Page 45: ...mperature between 10 C 40 C 50 F 104 F The Lt and thermometer icon appears Temperature is too low outside the required range of 10 C 40 C 50 F 104 F This alerts users that an incorrect result may occu...

Page 46: ...ity R H 90 Storage and transportation condition Temp 2 C 30 C 36 F 86 F Relative Humidity R H 90 Blood sample 0 6 L Fresh blood from fingertips palm or forearm Hematocrit Hct 20 60 Power 2 Alkaline 1...

Page 47: ...matocrit The hematocrit between 20 and 60 will not affect the results Hematocrit below 20 may cause higher results Hematocrit above 60 may cause lower results 8 Altitude up to 3 048 meters above sea l...

Page 48: ...4 mmol L 250 mg dL 13 9 mmol L 500 mg dL 27 8 mmol L Ascorbic Acid 4 mg dL 0 26mmol L 10 89 1 76 4 55 Ibuprofen 50 mg dL 2 43mmol L 3 10 2 88 4 62 L Dopa 1 8 mg dL 0 09mmol L 10 59 7 91 4 90 Sodium Sa...

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Page 50: ...d Glucose System does not work for any reason other than obvious abuse EPS will replace it with a new system or an equivalent product free of charge Lancing Device Lancet Meets the requirements of MDD...

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