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How to Clear Results Stored in Memory
1.
Press either button to turn on the analyzer. Wait for the display to read either
INSTALL MEMO CHIP or INSERT STRIP.
2.
Press Enter, then press Next until UTILITY is displayed. Press Enter.
3.
Press Next until CLEAR MEMORY is displayed. Press Enter.
4.
Press Next until the display reads CLEAR YES. Press Enter. The display will read
ERASE and then CLEAR MEMORY.
5.
To exit, press Next until the display reads EXIT, then press Enter. Press Next until
you return to RUN TEST.
Storage and Handling
• Handle the CardioChek analyzer with care; do not drop.
• Do not store or operate the analyzer in direct light, such as sunlight, spotlight,
under a lamp, or by a window.
• Do not expose the analyzer or any of the supplies or accessories to high humidity,
extreme heat, cold, dust, or dirt. The analyzer may be stored at a temperature of
50-104º F (10-40º C) and 20-80% Relative Humidity (RH).
Do not freeze.
• If storage temperature is below 68º F (20º C) allow the device to warm to room
temperature 68º F (20º C) before using. If the analyzer has been stored under
excessive conditions or above 86º F (30º C), allow at least 30 minutes at room
temperature for the analyzer to equilibrate to these temperatures.
• Do not scratch or damage the surface of the check strip.
• Please read the test strip package insert for storage and handling information that
applies to each test strip.
Cleaning and Disinfection
Cleaning and disinfection of analyzers that come in contact with blood or blood
products is critical to avoid transmitting bloodborne pathogens. This analyzer is
intended to be used by a single person and should not be shared.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS: It is critical to properly clean and disinfect
analyzers that are used with blood products each time they are used.
Additionally, to avoid transmissions of bloodborne pathogens, only use auto-
disabling single-use lancing devices. Please see references at the end of this
section for further information.
Care and Cleaning
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