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Care, Cleaning/Disinfecting and Troubleshooting
• Store System (meter, control solution, test strips) in
Carrying Case to protect from liquids, dust and dirt.
• Store in a dry place at temperatures between
40°F-86°F. DO NOT FREEZE.
• Do not share your meter with anyone, including family
members.
• Allow system to sit at room temperature for
10 minutes before testing.
Meter Care, Cleaning and Disinfecting
Cleaning
removes blood and soil from the meter.
Disinfecting
removes most, but not all possible
infectious agents (bacteria or virus) from the meter,
including blood-borne pathogens.
• Clean and disinfect immediately after getting any
blood on the meter or if meter is dirty.
• Clean and disinfect meter at least once a week. Meter
may be cleaned and disinfected once a week for up to
5 years.
• If the meter is being operated by a second person who
provides testing assistance, the meter and lancing
device should be disinfected prior to use by the second
person. Do not clean the meter during a test.
• Cleaning step #2 must occur before disinfecting steps
#3 and #4.
