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Performing a Quality Control Test
The quality control test confirms that the test strips and meter are working
together properly; it also confirms that you are performing the test correctly. It
is important to perform this test:
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Before you first use your meter.
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Before using a new box of test strips.
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When you suspect that the meter or test strips are not working properly.
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When you suspect that your test results are inaccurate, or if they are
inconsistent with how you feel.
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When you suspect your meter is damaged.
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After cleaning your meter.
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At least once a week.
1. Insert a test strip into the strip port, contact bars end first and facing up. It
will turn on the meter and display all the display segments. If the audio
option is on, the meter will beep, signaling that the meter is turned on.
2. Check the display to confirm that all the display segments turn on. Next, a
dash will move across the display. See illustrations above.
3. The meter is ready for testing when the blinking
blood drop and strip symbol appears. The display
will show the date time and the strip icon with the
blood sample icon blinking to indicate that the test
strip is inserted correctly. You can then add a drop
of control solution.
Note
:
If the test strip has been inserted incorrectly, the meter will not turn on.
NOT READY NOT READY NOT READY
READY TO TEST
