User manual MEDISANA MEDIA TOUCH

[. . . ] 1 Performing a blood glucose test with a blood sample from the finger tip . 12 Please fold out this page and leave it folded out for quickreference. Battery compartment (on the back) Monitor Display Test strip -Button for switching on and entering/selecting Insertion slot for test strips -Button for confirming/selecting Lancing device clamp Lancing device Slider switch for ejecting lancet (on the back) Trigger button Protective cap (can be removed with can be replaced by the AST cap. 2011 16:12 Uhr Seite 4 Device and controls           Display  Time (hours:minutes)  Number of test result  Blood glucose reading  Battery symbol (low battery)  Insert test strip  Apply the blood sample or control solution  System error  Date (month:day) Front Test strip  Blood sample area (absorbent slot)  Reaction cell  Grip/holder  Insert in the direction of the arrow  Contact electrode      Back  Explanation of symbols on page 3 79026_MediTouch_GA/GB_mmol_neu_FINAL. [. . . ] If the control test result does not lie within the range indicated on the test strip container, then the following options will be displayed to rectify the problem: Cause Has the test strip been lying around open for a long time?Remedy Repeat the test with a test strip that has been stored correctly. Repeat the control test using strips and solution that have been stored correctly. Were the test strips and control solution stored in a cool, dry place?2 Preparing a blood glucose test WARNING Never use a lancet or a lancing device that belongs to another person. Used test strips and lancets are considered hazardous, biological non-biodegradable waste. Dispose of them taking into account that they are capable of spreading infection. Dispose of the lancets so that there is no risk of injury or infection to other people. 2 Inserting the lancets into the lancing device Before using the lancing device you need to insert a lancet. 1 Using the lancing device The lancing device enables you to hygienically and easily draw a drop of blood for the blood glucose test and it is quick and painless. Twist the cap end in the appropriate direction until the arrow is pointing to the number for the lancing depth you want. Consult the following for the suitable lancing depth: - 1 - 2 for soft or thin skin 3 for normal skin - 4 - 5 for thick or callous skin WARNING Before performing a blood glucose test and before using the lancing device, make sure you read section 2 on the safety instructions carefully (p 4 - 9), especially item 2. If you are out or travelling or the circumstances prevent you from washing your hands, you can also rub the area of skin you have chosen for the blood sample with a special cleansing pad. Open the lancing device by twisting the cap in a clockwise direction and then remove it. Insert the lancet all the way into the cup without twisting it in the lancing device. Twist off the protective cap of the lancet carefully, retain to aid disposal of the lancet after use. Replace the cap on the lancing device and tighten by turning it in an anti-clockwise direction (not too tight). If it does not click, it is probably already in position from when you inserted the lancet. Do not lance your finger before the monitor and test strips are ready to use. 3 Using the AST cap It is generally recommended that a blood sample for a blood glucose test performed at home is taken from the finger tip. If you are not able to take a blood sample from your finger tip, you can also take one from another part of the body (AST), such as the ball of the hand, lower arm, upper arm, thigh or calf using the lancing device. In this case, exchange the protective cap on the lancing device with the AST cap. [. . . ] Lancing device • Clean the lancing device with a slightly damp cloth (with water and a mild detergent). Do not immerse it in water or other liquids and never allow water or other liquids to penetrate the inside of the lancing device. To disinfect the protective cap, soak it in 70 % - 75 % cleaning alcohol for 10 minutes once a week after cleaning. 3 Technical specifications Name and model Measuring methods Measuring range Measuring time Memory Calibration Operating conditions Storage/transport conditions Blood sample volumes Sample material Haemotocrit value (Htc) Power supply Battery operation Automatic switch-off Dimensions (display) Dimensions (base unit) L x W x H Weight Article number EAN number MEDISANA MediTouch blood glucose monitor Electrochemical biosensor technology 1. [. . . ]