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Tension the lancing device
Pull the slider back in the direction of the arrow (on the image: to the
right) until it stops and then release. The slider automatically springs
back into position. The lancing device is now tensioned.
5.3 Taking a blood sample and measuring the glucose level
Warning
• Change the puncture area each time you take a measurement, e.g. using a different finger or the
other hand. Repeatedly using the same area may cause inflammation or scarring.
• If the cap is not in place, there is a risk of injury from the exposed lancet.
• Do not squeeze your finger to obtain a larger droplet of blood. If squeezed, the blood is diluted with
tissue fluid and this may lead to an incorrect measurement.
• Please note that insufficient blood circulation at the puncture area, e.g. caused by cold temperatures
or illness, can lead to incorrect results.
Important
Do not apply any blood samples or control solutions to the test strip before inserting it in the monitor.
1
Prepare the test strip
Take a test strip from the box/film packaging and immediately close it again. Use the test strip
within three minutes of removal.
2
Insert test strip
Take the monitor in your left hand. Hold the blood
glucose monitor so that the display is facing you and
the Beurer logo is on the right-hand side.
Insert the test strip contacts-first into the slot on the rear end of the blood glucose monitor.
Make sure that the front of the test strip is facing you. You can touch any part of the test strip
with clean, dry hands.
