ERROR
POSSIBLE CAUSE
WHAT TO DO
2. Repeat the test with a new
test strip. Apply a larger
drop of blood to the pink
test square and verify that
the confirmation dot on the
back of the test strip has
turned completely blue.
2. Not enough
blood is on the
test strip, or
1. Clean the meter. Repeat
the test with a new test
strip, applying blood to
the pink test square.
1. Blood was
applied to the
wrong side of
the test strip, or
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MESSAGES
Error Messages
The meter gives specific error mes-
sages when it detects a problem
with its internal functions, the test
strip, or the testing procedure.
However, improper use may cause
an inaccurate result without
producing an error message or
a symbol. When error messages
appear, note the error number, turn
off the meter, then resolve the error
by following these instructions:
Pink Test
Square
Confirma-
tion Dot
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