Beurer GL44 lean, Instructions For Use Manual

Page 1: ...Instructions for use EN Code free BLOOD GLUCOSE MONITOR Step by step GL44 lean...

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Page 3: ...le 16 5 2 Taking a blood sample 16 5 3 Reading the result and labelling measurements 19 5 4 Post processing and disposal 20 5 5 Evaluating measured blood glucose values 20 5 6 Functional check using c...

Page 4: ...od samples either for self testing or in a clinical environment by trained personnel It enables you to measure your blood glucose quickly and easily store the measured values and dis play the average...

Page 5: ...B 1 lancing device C 10 test strips D 10 sterile lancet needles 5 x 28G blue 5 x 33G purple E 2 button cell batteries 3 V CR2032 already inserted F 1 practical case These instructions for use additio...

Page 6: ...e labelled measured blood glucose values from the last 7 14 30 and 90 days Set the time and date Transfer stored measured values to a PC for evaluation additional accessories required The monitor also...

Page 7: ...of measurement for blood glucose value Warning see accompanying documents Biohazard risk of infection In the instructions for use the symbols represent the following Warning Warning instruction indica...

Page 8: ...and others who use this system on several patients must be aware that all prod ucts or objects that come into contact with human blood must be handled even after cleaning as though they could transfe...

Page 9: ...s device Use fresh whole blood only Do not use serum or plasma Use capillary blood without squeezing the penetration area Squeezing the area causes the blood to be diluted with tissue fluid and this m...

Page 10: ...t use rechargeable batteries Do not disassemble open or crush the batteries Note The stored blood glucose values are retained when the batteries are replaced If applicable the date and time must be re...

Page 11: ...f the device in the household waste at the end of its service life Dispose of the device at a suitable local collection or recycling point in your country Dispose of the device in accordance with EC D...

Page 12: ...cose value Err 4 Blood droplet symbol 5 Speaker symbol 6 Hand symbol 7 Test strip symbol 8 Blood glucose unit mmol L 9 Blood glucose unit mg dL 10 Battery replacement symbol 11 Memory symbol 12 Temper...

Page 13: ...strip only once and for one patient only Handling test strips Note Securely close the test strip box immediately after taking out a test strip Do not use the test strips if they have expired The use o...

Page 14: ...ry insulation strip replacing the batteries Note Two batteries are included in delivery of the blood glucose monitor These have already been inserted into the battery compartment Remove the insulation...

Page 15: ...or the day month hour and minute 3 Switching the acoustic signal on off To switch the acoustic signal on off press the or button and the speaker symbol are displayed for switched on and and are displa...

Page 16: ...s good blood circulation at the puncture area on the finger Dry your hands carefully Warning If you have used alcohol for cleaning ensure that the area has fully dried prior to measuring 5 2 Taking a...

Page 17: ...penetration depth is displayed by a number in the cap 1 3 for soft or thin skin 4 6 for normal skin 7 9 for thick or callused skin Turn the moving upper part of the cap until the desired penetration...

Page 18: ...order to confirm the test result If you often fail to notice that you have a low blood glucose level carry out a test using blood from your fingertip 13 If there is an insufficient amount of blood re...

Page 19: ...d values You have the following options to label measured values Before meals After meals General labelling e g after exercising Labelling measured values enables you your GP or diabetes consultant to...

Page 20: ...proof container This prevents injuries and the infection of others 5 Place the cap back onto the lancing device 5 5 5 Evaluating measured blood glucose values Your blood glucose monitor can process m...

Page 21: ...plasma glucose 80 130 mg dL 4 4 7 2 mmol L Peak value of postprandial capillary plasma glucose 180 mg dL 10 0 mmol L For individual patients more or less strict glycaemic targets may be appropriate Th...

Page 22: ...ether the test is being performed correctly Perform the control solution test if you suspect that the monitor and or the test strips could be faulty or if you have repeatedly measured unusual blood gl...

Page 23: ...onal test Shake the control solution well before use Undo the cap and press two drops next to each other on the clean surface without touching them Use the second drop for the measurement Note Do not...

Page 24: ...l functional check The operating range specified in the technical specifications is valid without restriction The test strips and control solution were kept at a temperature and humidity out side the...

Page 25: ...t the date the average values are calculated as from the new period indicates an empty memory for measured values Press the On Off button to switch off the device 6 1 Displaying individual values The...

Page 26: ...od glucose value from the last 7 14 30 and 90 days 1 Switch the monitor on using the On Off button 4 The initial display is shown briefly Press the rocker switch 6 twice The measurement unit of the bl...

Page 27: ...ue of all measured values for 14 30 and 90 days After the average of all measured values for 90 days is displayed the 7 day average for values measured before meals the symbol the unit of measurement...

Page 28: ...the average blood glucose value from the last 14 30 and 90 days for values labelled as general 3 You can cancel the process at any time To do so press the On Off button or wait until the device switch...

Page 29: ...ose level For more information please read the instructions for use of the blood glucose diary software also available to download This includes all the information required for data transfer and a de...

Page 30: ...f you do not intend to use the device for a prolonged period of time 7 1 Cleaning Device Only clean the device when it is switched off Clean the surface of the device using a soft slightly damp cloth...

Page 31: ...all batteries Ht Temperature of the measuring envi ronment monitor or test strip above the permitted range Repeat the test using a new test strip as soon as the measuring environment monitor and test...

Page 32: ...test strip into the slot on the de vice with the contacts first Make sure that the front of the test strip is facing you see Test strip on page 13 Device faulty Contact Customer Services Problem the...

Page 33: ...sting System function test Each time device is switched on The serial number is located on the device or in the battery compartment EMC This device complies with the European standard EN 61326 and is...

Page 34: ...nents 38 Control solution functionality The control solution contains a fixed amount of glucose that reacts with the test strip A test with control solution is similar to a blood test However control...

Page 35: ...ol L 1 42 7 2 4 36 0 2 0 2 0 0 1 5 6 2 62 0 3 4 59 2 3 3 3 5 0 2 5 9 3 120 5 6 7 127 1 7 1 4 1 0 2 3 2 4 201 0 11 2 213 8 11 9 6 7 0 4 3 1 5 316 5 17 6 329 9 18 3 10 1 0 6 3 1 6 418 0 23 2 433 5 24 1...

Page 36: ...99 of the individual measured blood glucose values must fall within zones A and B of the Consensus Error Grid CEG for diabetes type 1 Performance evaluation by the user A study to assess the glucose...

Page 37: ...dL 0 46 mmol L 6 6 mg dL 0 37 mmol L 4 5 Ascorbic acid 4 mg dL 0 23 mmol L 3 3 mg dL 0 18 mmol L 5 1 Bilirubin 3 3 mg dL 0 06 mmol L 0 1 mg dL 0 01 mmol L 1 4 Cholesterol 400 mg dL 10 34 mmol L 6 8 m...

Page 38: ...mg dL 0 19 mmol L 7 3 mg dL 0 41 mmol L 0 9 Pralidoxime iodide 5 mg dL 0 14 mmol L 1 7 mg dL 0 09 mmol L 0 1 Sodium salicylate 40 mg dL 2 50 mmol L 3 1 mg dL 0 17 mmol L 0 6 Salicylic acid 60 mg dL 4...

Page 39: ...ty claim the date of purchase has to be proven by means of the sales receipt or invoice 2 Repairs complete unit or parts of the unit do not extend the warranty period 3 The warranty shall not be valid...

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