Beurer GL50
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Expected results
At room temperature, the measurements from the test using the control solution should be within
the range printed on the test strip box or on the information sheet included with the test strips in film
packaging in approx. 95% of all tests.
Warning
The specified value range (see test strip box or information sheet with the test strips in film packaging)
only applies for the control solution.
This is not a recommended value for your blood glucose level.
If measurements are outside the specified range, check the following possible causes:
Cause
Action
• The first drop of control solution was not
disposed of.
• The tip of the bottle was not cleaned correctly.
• The bottle was not shaken well enough.
Rectify the cause and repeat the test.
Control solution or test strip is contaminated.
Repeat the test using a new bottle of control
solution and/or new test strip.
The control solution, test strip or blood glucose
monitor is too warm or too cold.
Bring the control solution, test strip and monitor
to room temperature (+20 °C to +26 °C) and
repeat the test.
The check performed at room temperature
is used as a general functional check. The
operating range specified in the technical
specifications is valid without restriction.
The test strips and control solution were kept
at a temperature and humidity outside the
specified range.
Repeat the test using new, correctly stored
accessories (test strips and control solution).
Damaged test strips. Possible causes include
• Test strips were exposed to fresh air for too
long.
• Test strip box was not closed completely.
• Film packaging was already opened or
damaged.
Repeat the test using a new test strip and/or
correctly stored test strips from a new box or
new film packaging.
Test strip or control solution has expired.
Repeat the test using a new bottle of control
solution and/or new test strip from a new box
or new film packaging.
Functional test using control solution was
performed incorrectly.
Repeat the test and follow the instructions.
Problem with the blood glucose monitor
Contact Customer Services.
