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Step 2 – Testing Blood Glucose
Note
: Insertion of a new test strip at any time, except while in the data
transfer mode (See page 35) will cause the meter to automatically enter
the test mode.
1. Insert a test strip into the strip port, contact bars end first and facing up.
This will turn on the meter and display all the display segments. If the
audio option is on, the meter will beep when the meter is turned on. The
display will turn on briefly with all the icons and segments turned on.
Check the display to confirm that all the display segments turn on with no
missing components.
The display will then show only the date and time, with a dash moving
across the display. Check the display to ensure no inappropriate
segments or icons are permanently turned on.
2. Following this display check, the system will enter the test mode. The
display will show the date and time, and the strip icon with the blood
sample icon blinking, to indicate that the test strip is inserted correctly and
that a drop of blood can be added. If the test strip has been inserted
incorrectly, the meter will not turn on. The meter is ready for testing when
the blinking blood drop and strip symbol appears. At this time a blood drop
can be added.
NOT READY NOT READY NOT READY
READY TO TEST