Obtaining a Blood Sample
1. Unscrew the lancing device cap (Fig.27).
2. Place a lancet into the lancing device (Fig.28).
3. Twist and pull to remove the protective lancet cover to expose the sterile needle. Save the cap for later use (Fig.29).
4. Screw the lancing device cap back on. Select the skin penetration depth preferred (Fig.30).
5. Pull the barrel back until you hear a 'click' (Fig.31).
6. Place the lancing device against the finger, palm, or forearm. Press the trigger to obtain a blood sample (Fig.32).
To unload the lancing device
1. After sampling, carefully remove the cap containing the used lancet.
2. Push the exposed tip of the lancet into its Protective Cap (Fig.33).
Slide the Lancet Ejector forward and dispose the used lancet in an appropriate container.
For further instructions please see the insert provided with the lancing device.
CAUTION:
To reduce chances of infection:
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Lancets are for single usage only.
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Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water before and after handling the meter, lancing device, and test strips.
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Please refer to section "Cleaning and Disinfection Procedure" (refer to P.25) for detail instructions of meter
maintenance.
(Fig.27)
(Fig.28)
(Fig.29)
(Fig.30)
(Fig.31)
(Fig.32)
(Fig.33)
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