Lifescan ONETOUCH SURESTEP, Owner'S Booklet

Page 1: ...Owner s Booklet Manuel du propri taire Diabetes Blood Glucose Monitoring System Syst me de surveillance de la glyc mie H Memory AINTENANT n m moire...

Page 2: ...COMPLETE BLOOD GLUCOSE MONITORING SYSTEM Owner s Booklet LSC 99 005 CanSS RR OB Eng 1 5 00 4 02 PM Page T3...

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Page 4: ...or use outside the body in vitro diagnostic use It should be used only for testing purposes and only with fresh whole blood samples It should not be used for the diagnosis of diabetes LSC 99 005 CanSS...

Page 5: ...hout a prescription Blood glucose monitoring plays an impor tant role in controlling your diabetes A long term study showed that keeping blood glucose levels close to normal can reduce the risk of com...

Page 6: ...and your blood glucose results are still out of range call your healthcare professional The SureStep System contains many small parts test strip holder battery door batteries lancets control solution...

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Page 8: ...trol Solution Test 12 Control Solution Range 18 TESTING YOUR BLOOD Detailed Test Procedure 19 Getting a Drop of Blood 20 How to Test Your Blood 26 Optional Colour Chart 34 TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S...

Page 9: ...s 41 Recommendations for Better Diabetes Control 43 RECALLING RESULTS FROM METER MEMORY Using the Meter for the First Time 44 Recalling All Results in Meter Memory 45 Uploading Memory Data 46 CARING F...

Page 10: ...ls 60 14 and 30 Day Test Averages 61 Time Format 62 Date Format 62 Exiting the Set Up Mode 63 SOLVING PROBLEMS Helpful Messages 64 Error Messages 67 SPECIFICATIONS Performance Characteristics 73 Guara...

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Page 12: ...n 30 seconds The system is calibrated to give a plasma value the measurement used by most clinical laboratories Easy to understand symbols guide you through the test procedure and help you if any prob...

Page 13: ...LEARNING 2 Colour Chart Glucose Shake before Not Intended Discard3mo Discard date Lot No Exp Date LIFESCAN IN Extra Space for Diabetes Supplies LSC 99 005 CanSS RR OB Eng 1 5 00 4 02 PM Page 2...

Page 14: ...ers the lens area Front Back CONTACT POINTS Sense the position and orientation of the SureStep Test Strip LEARNING SERIAL NUMBER Example The cover protects the lens area and the base holds the SureSte...

Page 15: ...ace up when you insert the test strip Pink Test Square is where you apply a drop of blood White Pad absorbs the excess blood that may extend beyond the pink test square Do not apply blood directly ont...

Page 16: ...OT use SureStep Test Strips that are bent torn cut or changed in any way Before testing the confirmation dot should be off white DO NOT use test strip if confirmation dot is darker than the colour of...

Page 17: ...r meter To check that all display symbols are working press and hold down the blue power button All symbols should appear This display check will also appear briefly each time you turn on the meter Ca...

Page 18: ...ter on it will automati cally recall and display your last most recent result with date Code Number The number on the display must match the code number on your SureStep Test Strip package It must be...

Page 19: ...p the test may start However you may receive an inaccurate low result Meter Is Reading Your Result The result appears on average in 30 seconds The clock may flash longer at cooler temperatures or shor...

Page 20: ...hyperglycemia In extremely rare circumstances the meter will read instead of above 27 8 mmol L 500 mg dL Compare the colour of the test strip confirmation dot with the Colour Chart on the test strip p...

Page 21: ...code number on the test strip package Caution If the code numbers do not match you may get inaccurate results Three Easy Steps to Coding Step 1 Turn On the Meter Press the blue power button After the...

Page 22: ...two code numbers do not match follow Step 3 to code the meter Step 3 Code the Meter After the CODE symbol appears press the green C button Continue pressing until the code number on the display matche...

Page 23: ...eacts with a SureStep Test Strip Control Solution Test Do a control solution test Before testing with the SureStep Blood Glucose Meter for the first time Every time you open a new package of test stri...

Page 24: ...store the glucose control solution at room temperatures above 30 C 86 F Do not refrigerate or freeze If a control solution test falls outside of the control range do not use the meter to test your blo...

Page 25: ...er does not match the code on the test strip package press the green C button until the codes match Step 1 Apply a Small Drop of Control Solution After shaking the control solution vial apply one drop...

Page 26: ...tely blue to ensure you have applied enough control solution Step 3 Insert the Test Strip and Read Result Within two minutes after applying control solution insert the test strip firmly into the test...

Page 27: ...control solution test result so that it will appear in the memory as a control solution test result and not be included in your 14 and 30 day blood glucose test averages Simply press the green C butto...

Page 28: ...rol solution test Compare the control solution test result with the control range printed on the SureStep Test Strip package Example When you can do three control solution tests in a row that are with...

Page 29: ...l error Expired or contaminated control solution Test strip code and meter code do not match Dirty meter or test strip holder Test strip deterioration Meter malfunction Control solution that is outsid...

Page 30: ...ll the items needed to test TESTING TESTING YOUR BLOOD Release Button Ejection Cocking Control Depth Adjustment Knob Cap Depth Settings Depth Indicator Penlet Plus Adjustable Blood Sampler Meter SureS...

Page 31: ...and to prevent the cap from rolling away set the cap down on a flat surface with its small hole pointing up CAUTION To reduce the chance of infection Never share a lancet with another person Always us...

Page 32: ...ff the protective disk Make two full turns to ensure that the lancet separates from the protective disk Replace the Penlet Plus Cap Turn the cap clockwise until it is snug but not overly tight TESTING...

Page 33: ...er puncture Twist the knob clockwise toward the larger bumps for a deeper puncture Step 2 Cock the Penlet Plus Sampler Slide the ejection cocking control backward until it clicks If it does not click...

Page 34: ...puncture site Step 4 Lance Your Finger Choose a spot on the side of a different finger each time you test Repeated punctures in the same spot may cause soreness and calluses Hold the Penlet Plus Sampl...

Page 35: ...massage your finger to obtain the required blood volume Proceed with your blood glucose test Step 5 Remove the Lancet Remove the cap Twist it counter clockwise 24 LSC 99 005 CanSS RR OB Eng 1 5 00 4...

Page 36: ...e disk Always use caution when removing the lancet Point the lancet down and away from you Push forward on the ejection cocking control and eject the lancet directly into a container for sharp objects...

Page 37: ...ppear Next the code number appears It must match the code number on the SureStep Test Strip package If it does not match change the meter code number following the instruc tions on pages 10 and 11 AM...

Page 38: ...off Step 1 Apply Blood to the Test Strip Apply a drop of blood to the center of the pink test square Note Do not add more blood to the first drop Adding more blood may give false results 27 TESTING Ap...

Page 39: ...test square to the finger You can touch the test strip The pink test square will quickly absorb the blood and the confirmation dot will begin changing colour OR 2 Hold the test strip under your finger...

Page 40: ...strip to avoid false results from too much blood Step 2 Check the Confirmation Dot After a few seconds look at the confirmation dot on the back of the test strip If it is completely blue go on with th...

Page 41: ...t Step 3 Insert the Test Strip and Read Result Turn the SureStep Test Strip to the front side and slide it into the test strip holder pink side up Push the test strip in firmly until it stops Insert t...

Page 42: ...all cases above 27 8 mmol L 500 mg dL the meter reads Note Your meter is designed to give accurate results at temper atures from 10 to 35 C 50 95 F At the higher end of this tempera ture range the te...

Page 43: ...an high blood glucose hyperglycemia If you get results below 3 3 mmol L or above 13 3 mmol L and you do not have symptoms that match your results repeat the test following the guide lines on pages 40...

Page 44: ...s and medication Press the blue power button to turn off the SureStep Blood Glucose Meter To save energy the meter automatically turns off three minutes after it displays your test result DATE TEST TE...

Page 45: ...ing two ways 1 Before testing Compare the confirmation dot on the back of the new test strip to the shade marked unused on the chart Do not use the test strip if the con firmation dot is darker than t...

Page 46: ...is to be used as an additional check to confirm a meter read ing It is NOT a replacement for a SureStep Meter test Note If your Colour Chart reading and meter result do not agree and do not reflect h...

Page 47: ...and nervous system by approximately 60 1 What This Means for You Frequent blood glucose testing is the best means you have for keeping track of how well you are doing with the factors that affect your...

Page 48: ...les you to more directly compare SureStep Meter results with your lab results because most laboratories measure plasma glucose however your meter blood glucose test result may be different from your l...

Page 49: ...a meter result to be different from a laboratory result For more detail see pages 41 and 42 Expected Test Results Target Range Your test results will vary some what from test to test Blood glu cose l...

Page 50: ...3 9 5 8 ______________________ Before lunch or dinner 3 9 6 1 ______________________ 1 hour after meals Less than 8 9 ______________________ 2 hours after meals Less than 6 7 ______________________ Be...

Page 51: ...using test strips from a bottle discard any remaining test strips four months after first opening Make sure the confirmation dot on the unused test strip is not darker than the colour of an unused tes...

Page 52: ...are getting results outside your range of expected blood glucose levels and you are certain that the SureStep Meter and SureStep Test Strips are working together properly ask yourself the follow ing q...

Page 53: ...it the amount of red blood cells in the blood can affect test results Very high hematocrits above 60 and very low hematocrits below 25 can cause false results 6 2 Severe dehydration and excessive wate...

Page 54: ...ciation position statement on the Diabetes Control and Complications Trial 1993 2 Clarke W L et al Diabetes Care Vol 10 No 5 1987 622 628 3 Surwit R S and Feinglos M N Diabetes Forecast 1988 April 49...

Page 55: ...des you with 14 and 30 day averages of your blood glucose test results Results marked as control solution test results will not be included in your averages Using the Meter for the First Time The firs...

Page 56: ...od glucose results obtained during the last 14 days When you press the green C button your 30 day average appears Consult your healthcare professional for the appropriate use of these averages Each ti...

Page 57: ...averages as 27 8 mmol L The time and date must be reset every time the batteries are replaced Uploading Memory Data Test results stored in the memory may be uploaded to a personal computer Call the L...

Page 58: ...meter apart Sensitive parts could be damaged causing false results and voiding the warranty Cleaning the Meter Clean the test strip holder cover and base lens area and contact points with water when t...

Page 59: ...g properly Clean the meter using these easy steps Step 1 Remove the Test Strip Holder Press down at the top end near the blue power button of the test strip holder and slide it away from the meter Ste...

Page 60: ...Contact Points Use a cotton swab or a soft cloth dampened with water to wipe the lens area and contact points Be careful not to scratch the lens area Dry with a soft cloth or tissue that does not cont...

Page 61: ...test strip insertion point until you hear a click Make sure the test strip holder is firmly in place Make sure it does not extend beyond the meter Note You can clean the outside of the meter by light...

Page 62: ...completely removed the bleach residue on the grey area of the inside of the test strip holder cover Wipe with a cloth dampened with water and dry thoroughly Changing the Batteries The SureStep Blood G...

Page 63: ...nd date must be reset every time the batteries are replaced See pages 55 58 to learn how to set the time and date To change the batteries turn off the meter and turn it over Follow these steps Step 1...

Page 64: ...o hinges into the slots and press down until the tab catches Note Remember to reset the time and date after replacing the batteries M il p it a s C A 9 4 0 3 5 R is k C la s s 2 L IF E S C A N IN C 1...

Page 65: ...ving meter settings that do not meet your needs 54 SETTINGS C H A N G I N G M E T E R S E T T I N G S Set Up Mode FEATURE PRE SET ALTERNATIVE Set time and date Pacific Standard Any Automatic display O...

Page 66: ...ter turns off when you press the blue power button To move quickly through the features press the blue power button repeatedly or press and hold it to scroll Setting the Time and Date The SureStep Met...

Page 67: ...display press the blue power button and the minutes will start flashing Press and release the green C button to advance one minute To move faster hold the green C button down With the correct minutes...

Page 68: ...button and the month and day will appear month day format is default on the display with the month segment flashing Setting the Month Press and release the green C button until the correct month appea...

Page 69: ...appear Display of Last Result The SureStep Meter is pre set to display your last test result automat ically when you turn on the meter If you wish to turn off the automatic display of your last resul...

Page 70: ...tre mg dL the unit of measurement used in the United States The mmol L results include a decimal point but mg dL results do not If you wish to change the unit of measurement to mg dL press the green C...

Page 71: ...beep accom panies error messages a result and certain mistakes in doing the test procedure 3 A three tone beep sounds when the meter displays a test result and when the meter is in set up mode on the...

Page 72: ...memory mode To ensure accurate 14 and 30 day blood glucose test averages you must mark control solution test results This will keep them from being included in your blood glucose test averages see pag...

Page 73: ...ish to change the setting Press the blue power button to move to the date format setting Date Format The meter is pre set to display the date in the month day format Press the green C button to change...

Page 74: ...the Set Up Mode You may exit the set up mode at any time by simply pressing the blue power button and holding it down until the display is blank 63 SETTINGS LSC 99 005 CanSS RR OB Eng 1 5 00 4 03 PM...

Page 75: ...but do not appear in all cases when a prob lem has occurred In most cases a problem is easy to solve Assis tance is available from the LifeScan Customer Care Line at 1 800 663 5521 U S A 1 800 227 88...

Page 76: ...p 2 The test strip was inserted incorrectly or 1 Remove the test strip and then reinsert after this symbol appears 1 The test strip was inserted before the meter was turned on or before the insert tes...

Page 77: ...see pages 51 53 If the symbol is constant the batteries are low If the symbol is flashing the bat teries are dead 3 Reinsert test strip slowly 3 The test strip was inserted too quickly 66 MESSAGES LS...

Page 78: ...nk test square 1 Blood was applied to the wrong side of the test strip or 67 MESSAGES Error Messages The meter gives specific error mes sages when it detects a problem with its internal functions the...

Page 79: ...chart indicates a high blood glucose level Follow the treatment advice of your healthcare professional 4 You may have a very high blood glucose level possibly exceeding 27 8 mmol L 500 mg dL 3 Repeat...

Page 80: ...has been altered exposed to air or has passed its expiration date 1 Repeat the test with a new test strip Apply a larg er drop of blood to the pink test square and verify that the confirma tion dot on...

Page 81: ...epeat the test with a new test strip 2 Clean meter contact points 2 The meter contact points are dirty 1 Do not remove the test strip until the meter displays the result 1 The test strip was removed o...

Page 82: ...or 1 Clean refer to pages 47 51 1 The meter test strip holder lens area and contact points are dirty or Allow the meter to warm or cool slowly before performing another test Do not apply heat or cold...

Page 83: ...e LifeScan Customer Care Line at 1 800 663 5521 U S A 1 800 227 8862 A possible failure has occurred in the meter 3 Remove test strip and turn meter off Turn meter on then reinsert test strip when ins...

Page 84: ...play Liquid crystal Blood Source Whole blood Calibration Plasma equivalent Hematocrit Range 25 60 Size 8 9 cm 6 1 cm 2 0 cm Weight 107 7 grams with batteries Operating Temperatures 10 35 C 50 95 F Ope...

Page 85: ...return the SureStep Meter and a copy of your receipt to receive a refund Six Year Warranty If at any time during the first six years after purchase the meter does not work for any reason except for ob...

Page 86: ...en used with any test strip other than SureStep Test Strips from LifeScan or when the SureStep Meter or Test Strips are modified in any way Before you return your meter or any product first call your...

Page 87: ...1 CISPR 11 1990 Limits and Methods of Measurement of Electromagnetic Disturbance Characteristics of Industrial Scientific and Medical ISM Radio Frequency Equipment Complies with Canadian ICES 001 Inte...

Page 88: ...number on test strip package 3 STEP TEST PROCEDURE Green C Button Before testing make sure the meter is coded correctly 2Check confirma tion dot on back of test strip 3Firmly insert test strip pink si...

Page 89: ...d be completely blue for an accurate test If any white patches or streaks appear on the blue confirmation dot you have not applied enough blood for an accurate test You must start the test over with a...

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