❏
Avoid exposing the meter
or test strips to extremes
in temperature or humidity
for long periods of time.
For example, do not store
the meter or test strips in
your car.
❏
Never let your meter get
wet. The meter could be
permanently damaged
if water or other liquids
get inside.
❏
Do not take the meter
apart. Sensitive parts could
be damaged and cause
inaccurate results. Taking
the meter apart will
invalidate the meter
warranty.
Doing a Daily Check
Look through the small hole
in the test strip holder to
make sure there is no lint,
dirt, or blood blocking any
part of the hole.
If there is anything blocking
the hole, or if the test area
has dirt, lint, or blood on it,
remove the test strip holder
and clean the test area by
following the instructions in
the next section.
Perform a check strip test by
following the instructions on
page 10.
Cleaning the Meter
The meter and test strip
holder should be cleaned:
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