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Checking for expiration or damage to strips and control solution
Expiration dates for test strips and control solutions are printed on their vial
labels. When you first open a new vial of test strips or control solution, record
the discard date on the label. Refer to the test strip or control solution vial for
instructions on determining the discard date.
Cleaning your meter
To clean your meter, wipe the outside with a soft cloth dampened with
water and mild detergent.
Do Not
use alcohol or another solvent to clean
your meter.
CAUTION:
Do Not
use the test strips or control solution after the expiration
date printed on the vial or the discard date, whichever comes first, or your
results may be inaccurate.
CAUTION:
Do Not
use your test strips if your vial is damaged or left open to
air. This could lead to error messages or tests that read higher than the actual
value. Call the OneTouch
®
Customer Care Line at 1 800 663-5521 immediately
if the test strip vial is damaged.
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