What You See on the Display
What You Do
Comments
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Questions?
Refer to Page 10-9 For Technical Support Instructions.
6.
Press
Scan
to scan the test strip barcode or
manually enter the test strip lot number via
the keypad, then press
Enter
.
Scanning the barcode identifies the strip type,
calibrates the monitor, ensures the expiry date
has not passed, records the strip lot used, and
checks that the lot has been approved for use
by your institution.
7.
Open the foil test strip packet at the notch
and tear down to remove the test strip.
With clean, dry hands, you may gently touch
the test strip anywhere when removing it from
the foil to insert it into the monitor.
8.
With the contact bars facing up, insert the
test strip into the test strip port until it
stops and
Strip Inserted
is displayed.
Prior to inserting the test strip, ensure that the
port protector is installed and that it is clean
and dry. Replace if necessary.
Chapter 6: Proficiency Test
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