BLOOD GLUCOSE METER User Instruction Manual Read this User Instruction Manual carefully before you start testing.
CAUTION: Before using any product to test your blood sugar (blood glucose), read all instructions and practice the test. Do all quality control checks as directed and consult with a diabetes healthcare professional. These recommendations apply to all blood glucose monitoring systems and are supported by the American Association of Diabetes Educators, the American Diabetes Association, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, and the Health Industry Manufacturers Association.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Intended Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6. Understanding the GLUCOCARD 01 Blood Glucose Meter . . . . . . . 7 Changing the Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10. Meter Set-up. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Basic Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Blood Glucose Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The Lancing Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Getting a Drop of Blood. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Performing a Blood Glucose Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Flagging Test Results. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing the GLUCOCARD 01 Blood Glucose Monitoring System meter. This system measures blood glucose in fresh capillary whole blood. Results are shown as plasma values. This makes it easy to compare the GLUCOCARD 01 blood glucose meter and lab results. Please read this manual before using the system. If you have any questions, call Customer Service at 800.566.8558 (24 hours a day, 7 days a week, USA and Canada only).
Intended Use The GLUCOCARD 01 Blood Glucose Monitoring System meter is intended for the quantitative measurement of glucose in fresh capillary whole blood samples drawn from the fingertips or palm. Testing is done outside the body (In Vitro diagnostic use). It is indicated for use at home (over the counter [OTC]) by persons with diabetes, or in clinical settings by healthcare professionals, as an aid to monitor the effectiveness of diabetes control.
UNDERSTANDING THE GLUCOCARD 01 BLOOD GLUCOSE METER Top Bottom Battery Compartment Cover Tab Display Test Strip Port Orange/Up Arrow Data Connection Terminal Gray/Down Arrow 7
Explanation of the full display screen: Memory Mode Symbol Battery Symbol Audible Beep Off Apply Blood Symbol Unit of Measurement Date Time Format Temperature Warning Delete Symbol Control Solution NOTE: Meters in the USA are programmed to show results in mg/dL. Meters used outside the USA are programmed to show results in either mg/dL or mmol/L. Results displayed in mmol/L will always have a decimal point. Results displayed in mg/dL will never have a decimal point.
GLUCOCARD® 01 SENSOR These test strips need only 0.3 µL (microliter) of blood. Apply blood to the sample application tip. The strip draws in the blood by capillary action. The blood glucose reacts with the enzyme on the test strip. This produces a current proportional to the blood glucose level. The meter detects the current and converts it into a blood glucose reading. Test Strip Bottle Test Strip Code No. Code No.
Changing the Battery The GLUCOCARD 01 blood glucose meter comes with one lithium battery CR2032 (or DL2032). CAUTION: Replacing the battery will not delete meter settings or test results stored in the meter unless you: • Touch the metal portion on main unit with your fingers or any metal. • Take over 5 minutes to replace battery. • Load the battery incorrectly. • Load a used or weak battery. NOTE: • To save battery power, the meter turns itself off 3 – 5 minutes after last use.
To replace battery: 1. Open the battery cover on the back side of the meter by pushing the tab in the direction of the arrow and pulling the cover up. 2. The battery is held in place on the underside of the cover. Slide the battery out of the cover. CAUTION: Do not touch the metal contacts inside the battery compartment with your finger or any metal. 3. Load a new battery into the battery cover. Place the “+” side down when loading the battery into the cover. 4.
5. Put the battery cover back into correct position and snap to close. If the clock setting has been deleted, either “12:00” or “0:00” will blink when you put a test strip into the meter. The low battery symbol means you need to replace the battery as soon as possible. Discard used batteries as per local guidelines.
METER SET-UP Before using the GLUCOCARD 01 blood glucose meter for the first time, set the time and date. Do not perform a blood glucose test until you have setup the meter. Meter set-up allows you to adjust the audible beep volume and to set time, date, and test averaging. Basic rules for meter set-up: Step 1: Enter meter set-up by first making sure the meter is turned off.
Step 2: Press the Orange/Up Arrow and Gray/ Down Arrow buttons at the same time for 5 seconds. A beep sounds and the meter turns on. Next, a second beep sounds and “SET” shows on the screen. Step 3: Use the Orange/Up Arrow to change the set-up screen. When you press the Orange/Up Arrow, the set-up screen changes in the order shown in the diagram to the right. Press the Gray/Down Arrow button to change a setting within a set-up screen menu.
Setting the 1 Audible Beep Orange Arrow Orange Arrow Orange Arrow Orange Arrow Setting Setting 7 Test Set-up the Day Month Return 8 Ending Orange Arrow 4 Setting 3 the the Year Orange Arrow Gray Arrow Setting 2 Setting 6 the Averaging Orange Arrow Minute Setting 5 the Hour Orange Arrow Orange Arrow 15
Setting the Audible Beep If the audible beep is turned “on”, the beep will sound when: • You insert a test strip into the meter. • You apply blood or control solution to a test strip. • The test has ended and the result is displayed. • The meter is turned on, but you do not use it for several minutes. meter will beep and automatically shut off. • You go into Memory Mode. Make sure the meter is off. Press the Orange/Up Arrow and Gray/Down Arrow buttons at the same time for 5 seconds.
Press the Gray/Down Arrow button to cycle through the volume levels: “OFF” (no sound) ”on 1” (low) [1] “on 2”(middle) “on 3” (high) “OFF” (no sound) …, etc. A beep sounds at the set volume at each step. If “OFF” is set, the “audible beep mute (Off)” symbol lights up in the upper right of the screen. After you select the beep volume, press the Orange/Up Arrow button to confirm the setting. The screen changes to the year set-up screen.
Setting the Year In the year set-up screen, the last two digits of the currently set year appear at the top of the screen. “yER” appears in the middle of the screen. All four digits of the currently set year appear at the bottom of the screen. The last two digits will blink. Press the Gray/Down Arrow to change the last two digits of the year to the correct year. After you set the year, press the Orange/Up Arrow button to confirm the setting. The screen changes to the month set-up screen.
Setting the Month Press the Gray/Down Arrow button to change the month. After you set the month, press the Orange/Up Arrow button to confirm the setting. The screen changes to the day set-up screen. Setting the Day Press the Gray/Down Arrow button to change the day. After you set the day, press the Orange/Up Arrow button to confirm the setting. The screen changes to the hour set-up screen.
Setting the Hour Press the Gray/Down Arrow button to change the hour. After you set the hour, press the Orange/Up Arrow button to confirm the setting. The screen changes to the minute set-up screen. Setting the Minute Press the Gray/Down Arrow button to change the minute. After you set the minute, press the Orange/ Up Arrow button to confirm the setting. The screen changes to the test averaging set-up screen.
Setting Test Averaging NOTE: “Lo” results are included as 20 mg/dL in the averages. “Hi” results are included as 600 mg/dL in the averages. Press the Gray/Down Arrow button to cycle through the test averaging choices: “oFF” (not displayed), “14” (14-day average), or“30” (30-day average).“AVE” appears near the middle of the screen. If you select either 14-day or 30-day averaging, your average test result will appear when you recall results from memory. See page 59.
Ending Set-up To make further changes to set-up settings, press the Gray/Down Arrow button while “End” is displayed. This will bring up the Audible Beep set-up screen. You can then move through the set-up mode and adjust any settings that you wish. If you are done with set-up, press the Orange/Up Arrow button while “End” is displayed. This confirms all settings and turns the meter off. ep Be The meter will turn off automatically 3 minutes after “End” is displayed.
PERFORM A CONTROL SOLUTION TEST It is recommended to use GLUCOCARD® 01 CONTROL to check if: • the meter and test strips are working correctly as a system. • you are testing correctly. Call your local supplier or pharmacy to order control solution. If they do not stock it, call ARKRAY Order Services at 800.818.8877 (USA and Canada only).
It is recommended to perform a Control Solution Test: • When you open a new bottle of test strips. • Whenever you suspect the meter or test strips may not be functioning properly. • If test results appear to be abnormally high or low or are not consistent with clinical symptoms. • The test strip bottle has been left open or has been exposed to temperatures below 34°F (1°C) or above 86°F (30°C), or humidity levels above 80%. • To check your technique.
• GLUCOCARD 01 CONTROL is not intended for human consumption. Do not drink. • Do not apply to eye. Contact your healthcare professional immediately if solution is swallowed, injected, or applied to the eye. • Dye in control solution may stain skin, clothing, or surfaces. • Store the control solution between 34-86°F (1-30°C). Keep away from direct sunlight, flourescent light, and heat. Do not freeze. • Use before the expiration date printed on bottle.
Step 1: Insert a test strip as shown in diagram. Test strip should seat firmly into meter. The meter will turn on automatically. The full screen will come on for a moment. Make sure all symbols appear on the screen (see page 8). Then the code number (F-2, F-3, or F-4) will appear and will alternate with the Apply Blood symbol. Make sure that the code number on the screen matches the code number on the test strip bottle. If screen code does not match the test strip code, use a new test strip.
Step 2: Press the Orange/Up Arrow button to enter the control mode. You will see “CONT” on the bottom right of the screen. If you do not enter the control solution mode, the control solution result will NOT be valid.
Step 3: Mix control solution by gently inverting bottle. Remove the cap from the control solution bottle. While the Apply Blood symbol and Code No. (F-2, F-3 or F-4) are alternating, place a drop of the control solution on the end of the test strip. DO NOT put control solution on top of the test strip. The test strip will draw up the solution and the meter will beep. The meter will begin to count down. Step 4: In 7 seconds the meter will beep again and display the control solution result.
Do not use the system if control solution result is out of range. See Troubleshooting Control Solution Test (page 30). Result is automatically stored in memory. See page 42 for additional information Step 5: Remove test strip. Dispose of the used test strip. Control solutions are available in three (3) levels - Low (L), Normal (N), and High (H). Repeat Steps 1-5 with other Control Solution levels as per recommendations of your healthcare professional.
Troubleshooting Control Solution Test If the control solution test result is out-of-range, check the following and repeat the test: Check Action Did you do the test in control solution mode? Do you see “CONT” on the screen with the result? If not, do the test again. Insert a test strip; press the Orange/Up Arrow button for control solution mode. “CONT” should appear on screen.
Check Did you insert test strip firmly into meter? Action Make sure test strip is inserted all the way into test strip port. See diagram on page 26. Did you follow the procedure correctly? Reread “Performing a Control Solution Test” (pages 23-29) and retest. Were test strips stored correctly (between 34-86°F (1-30°C))? Was the bottle cap replaced immediately after removing a test strip? Is the meter damaged? Does it show an error code? If not, retest with a new bottle of test strips.
Does your Control Solution result still read outside the range printed on the test strip bottle? If yes, the system may not be working correctly. DO NOT USE the system to test your blood glucose until the control solution result is within range. If you need help, please call Customer Service at 800.566.8558 (24 hours a day, 7 days a week, USA and Canada). Contact your diabetes healthcare professional if you cannot reach Customer Service.
BLOOD GLUCOSE TESTING The Multi-Lancet Device™Lancet Removable cap Adjustment dial Lancing Button Multi-Lancet Device™ body Step 1: Pull the removable cap to remove it. Optional: Remove special band from removable cap Protective cap Band hooks Disposal-and-set lever Special band (optional) Groove of special band Strap hole NOTE: Do not use the lancet if the cap is missing or damaged. A lancet should only be used once. Dispose of used lancet in a safe manner so as not to cause accidental injury.
Step 2: Insert a new, unused lancet into the Holder. Firmly press lancet until it stops and fits securely within the Holder. Step 3: Twist off the protective cap. Step 4: Attach the removable cap.
Step 5: The Multi-Lancet Device offers 7 different levels of skin penetration. For soft or thin skin or first time use, select “1 or 2.” For alternate sites, select “7.” If the obtained amount of blood is excessive, turn the dial to a lower setting. If the obtained amount of blood is insufficient, turn the dial to a larger setting.
Getting a Drop of Blood Step 1: Wash hands with soap and warm water. Dry hands thoroughly. If you use alcohol wipes to cleanse fingers, make sure the area is dry before lancing finger. Residual alcohol may lead to inaccurate readings. Step 2: Let the arm hang down for 10 to 15 seconds. (Holding the arm below the heart and massaging the wrist, palm and finger makes it easier to obtain a blood drop). Step 3: Choose a site on the side of a fingertip to minimize pain.
Step 6: Set aside the Multi-Lancet Device and wait a few seconds for a blood drop to form. Keeping the hand warm, lowering the hand to waist level and gently massaging your wrist, palm or the base of the finger helps the flow of blood. Use a different site each time you test to help prevent soreness and calluses. Disposing the Lancet Step 1: Place the lancet protective cap on a hard surface and remove the removable cap. Step 2: Push the lancet into the protective cap.
Performing a Blood Glucose Test NOTE: Four and a half minutes after test strip insertion, a beep sounds every 5 seconds. After 5 minutes, a beep sounds and the meter turns off. Take out unused test strip and insert it again to turn meter back on. Step 1: Remove test strip from the bottle. Immediately replace the bottle cap tightly. Insert test strip as shown in diagram. A beep will sound and the meter will turn on automatically. Verify that all symbols appear on the screen.
Step 2: The beep will sound again. The Apply Blood symbol and the code number (F-2, F-3, or F-4) will alternate on the screen. Verify that the code number on the screen matches the code number printed on the bottle. If the code number does not match, the meter may give a false reading. If code does not match, use a new strip. If code still does not match, use a new bottle of test strips or call Customer Service at 800.566.8558 (24 hours a day, 7 days a week, USA and Canada only).
Step 3: Obtain a blood drop (see pages 36-37). Apply blood to the end of the test strip. Capillary action will pull the blood into the strip. The meter will beep when it detects that blood has been applied. The meter will begin to count down. Do not add blood on top of the test strip, as you may receive an inaccurate result. Important: Ensure that enough blood is applied to fill the check window and it turns red.
If it takes longer than 20 seconds to obtain a blood sample and to touch the test strip to the blood drop, repeat Step 3. Step 4: The meter will count down, starting from “7”. mg/dL After 7 seconds, a beep sounds and the test result and date/time are shown. Results will be shown in units of mg/dL. Record result in your logbook. Step 5: When the test is done, pull out test strip. Dispose of used test strip carefully. The meter shuts off automatically when you remove the test strip.
Flagging Test Results You can mark a test result with either “DEL” or “CONT” or leave it unmarked. You must mark the test result after it has been displayed, but before you remove the test strip from the meter. You cannot change the marker after removing the test strip from the meter. mg/dL • “DEL ”: Mark a test result with “DEL” if you feel the result is incorrect or the test procedure was not followed correctly. The result will be store in memory, but will not be used for Test Averaging. (See page 21).
Step 2: When you have selected the desired marker, remove the test strip. When you recall the result from memory, the selected marker will be displayed (“DEL”, “CONT” or no marker). mg/dL NOTE: The following are NOT included in the 14-day or 30-day test averages: • Results collected in Control Solution mode (and therefore marked“CONT”). • Results marked “CONT” or “DEL” by you. • Results obtained when date and time have not been set.
ALTERNATE SITE TESTING (AST) Important Information About AST Sites other than your fingertip may have fewer nerve endings so obtaining a blood sample from these sites may be less painful. The technique for alternate site testing is different from fingertip testing. Blood glucose results from sites other than your fingertip could be significantly different due to blood glucose levels changing rapidly after a meal, insulin, or exercise.
Consider Alternate Site Testing When: • • • • • Testing before a meal. You are in a fasting state. Two hours have passed since a meal. Two hours have passed since insulin dosing. Two hours have passed since physical activity. Use Fingertip Testing: • • • • • • Within two hours after a meal. Within two hours after insulin dosing. Within two hours after physical activity.
Ask your diabetes healthcare professional about recommended testing procedures when operating machinery or driving a car, as fingertip testing is usually the preferred method of testing under these circumstances. If brusing occurs, you may choose to lance a fingertip instead. Preparing to Test Your Blood Glucose From an Alternate Site Choose a Site: Select a soft, fleshy area on the palm that is free of visible veins and moles and away from bone. Wash the area with warm, soapy water.
Prepare Your Lancing Device: To order an AST Lancing Kit containing the lancing device, lancets and instructions, please call 800.566.8558. Performing a Blood Glucose Test From an Alternate Site Step 1: Insert lancet and cock lancing device.
Step 2: Remove test strip from the bottle. Immediately replace the bottle cap tightly. Insert test strip as shown in diagram. A beep will sound and the meter will turn on automatically. Verify that all symbols appear on the screen (see page 8). Verify that the code number displayed on the screen matches the code number on the bottle of test strips used. 48 Code No. (F-2, 3 or 4) L : XXX - XXX mg/dL N : XXX - XXX mg/dL F- 4 H : XXX - XXX mg/dL 06E1A01 2011-11 Item No., N.
Step 3: a) PRESS AND VIGOROUSLY RUB THE SELECTED AREA for 10 seconds until it starts to feel warm to the touch. b) Firmly hold the cocked lancing device against the clean skin for 5-10 seconds.
c) Press the release button on the lancing device to lance the skin. Continue to hold the lancing device firmly against the skin until a blood drop forms. IMPORTANT • Repeat blood draw if fluid is not a deep red color. • DO NOT TEST BLOOD if sample is smeared, flattened out, or not forming a round drop. Repeat steps starting with Step 3. • If it takes longer than 20 SECONDS to obtain a blood sample, and any sample has been applied to the strip, discard strip and use a new strip before proceeding.
IMPORTANT • Was the sample deep red in color and free of watery fluid? • Was the drop large enough (at least 0.3 µL)? IF NOT, REPEAT TEST. • Did the reaction site fill with enough blood all at once? Step 5: The meter will count down and display result in 7 seconds. CONSIDER YOUR RESULT. REPEAT ALTERNATE SITE TEST: • IF the blood sample appeared to be diluted with clear fluid. • IF you did not vigorously rub the test site. • IF the blood drop was not large enough to fill the reaction site.
If the repeated alternate site result is still not consistent with how you feel, confirm your blood glucose level with fingertip testing. Step 6: Always record your results in your self-testing logbook along with other information such as insulin dosage, diet, and exercise. The result is automatically stored in memory with the time and date. Step 7: Remove the test strip and dispose of it carefully. A lancet should be used once. After use, put protective cap back on and remove lancet from lancing device.
Understanding Test Results The GLUCOCARD 01 blood glucose meter is referenced to a fresh plasma sample. Your meter results may differ from clinical lab results. This is due to normal variation. To compare your meter with lab results, follow the guidelines below. Before you compare Perform a control solution test. This makes sure your meter and test strips are working correctly. Wait at least 2 hours after a meal or drink (other than water) before doing a comparison.
ALWAYS wash hands with warm soapy water. Rinse and dry them before testing. ALWAYS use fresh capillary whole blood on meter tests. You may still see a difference from the lab result. This can be due to several causes. Blood glucose levels can change over short periods of time, for example due to food or stress. Test strip results also may vary due to medications or to low or high hematocrit. Analyze data with a clinically acceptable method. Your test results will vary over time.
Expected Blood Glucose Readings Expected blood glucose levels for adults without diabetes¹,²: Fasting 70 - 110 mg/dL 2 hours after meals 70 - 140 mg/dL High Blood Glucose Readings If your blood glucose is above 600 mg/dL, you will receive a “Hi.” Repeat the test with a new test strip. If this message shows again, contact your healthcare professional immediately! Contact your physician for advice if test results are very high³ (above 240 mg/dL) and/or you have symptoms of high blood glucose.
Low Blood Glucose Readings If your blood glucose is below 20 mg/dL, you will receive a “Lo.” Repeat the test with a new test strip. If this message shows again, contact your healthcare professional immediately! Contact your physician for advice if test results are very low4 (below 70 mg/dL) and/or you have symptoms of low blood glucose.
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 diabetes-medication, diet, exercise, and stress management. Blood glucose test results can also tell you whether your diabetes is changing in ways that might require an adjustment to your treatment plan. Always consult your healthcare professional before making any changes in managing your diabetes.
• • • • • • Take insulin or diabetes medication at your scheduled times. Keep in touch with your emotional and physical condition. Stress or illness can affect diabetes. Watch for symptoms of hypoglycemia (low blood glucose) and hyperglycemia (high blood glucose). Always record your test results in your logbook. The logbook assists you in keeping a record of your blood glucose results, along with information on your food intake, exercise, and medication.
RECALLING RESULTS - ENTERING MEMORY MODE The GLUCOCARD 01 blood glucose meter stores up to 360 test results. When more than 360 test results have been performed, the meter drops the oldest result each time you add a new result. Before using the memory, remove test strip from meter and make sure meter is turned off. Step 1: Press the Orange/Up Arrow button for 2 seconds. A beep sounds and the test meter turns on and shows all screen symbols. The meter next shows the year, date, and time.
• If Test Averaging has been turned on, the average result will appear first. Either “14d” or “30d” will show at the bottom of the screen for either a 14-day or 30-day average. “AVE” will appear above “14d” or “30d”. [1] • If Test Averaging has been set to “Off”, the display will briefly flash the number “1” at the bottom of the screen. Then, the most recent test result appears with the date and time of the test. “MEM” will display at the top of the screen. This shows it is a stored result.
Step 3: After all test results have been reviewed, “End” appears. • Press the Orange/Up Arrow button once to go back to the first result in memory. You can then scroll through results in memory again. • Press the Gray/Down Arrow button for 2 seconds to exit Memory and turn off the meter. You can exit Memory in this way at any time when recalling results. Note: • If no tests have been performed, or all test results have been deleted, the current date and time appear first, then “End” appears.
Deleting all test results Step 1: Press both the Orange/Up Arrow and Gray/Down Arrow buttons for 5 seconds while “End” is shown. You will see “dEL” and “ALL” alternating on the screen. [1] Step 2: [2] Step 3: [3] Next press the Gray/Down Arrow button for 5 seconds. “End” appears again. All test results have now been deleted. Press the Gray/Down Arrow button for 2 seconds to turn off test meter. NOTE: To get to “End” of memory results quickly, turn off meter, then enter Memory Mode.
MAINTENANCE Cleaning To prevent malfunction of the meter, keep the test strip port free of blood, moisture, dirt, or dust. Use a lint-free cloth dampened with water to clean meter. Thoroughly wring out cloth before use. Do not use an abrasive cloth or antiseptic solution, as these may damage the display screen. Do not clean inside battery compartment.
Display Screen and Error Messages Please first read this section. If you still have questions, call Customer Service at 800.566.8558 (24 hours a day, 7 days a week, USA and Canada only). Contact your healthcare professional if you cannot reach Customer Service. Do not send your meter to ARKRAY or your local dealer without first calling to get approval to do so. If any part of the display screen is missing when the meter is turned on, call Customer Service at 800.566.8558.
Your blood glucose level is more than 600 mg/dL. Repeat test with new test strip. If this message shows again, contact your healthcare professional immediately. Battery power is too low for testing. Replace batteries immediately. Results may not be accurate when testing with low battery symbol on. Thermometer symbol. The meter temperature is outside acceptable range of 50˚F-104˚F (10˚C-40˚C).
The meter is faulty. Contact Customer Service at 800.566.8558. The meter temperature is outside acceptable range of 50˚F-104˚F (10˚C-40˚C). Allow the meter and test strips to warm up or cool down slowly (20 minutes) until the temperature warning symbol goes away. The meter is faulty. Contact Customer Service at 800.566.8558. The meter is faulty. Contact Customer Service at 800.566.8558.
Test strip problem. Contact bars on test strip may be dirty. Incorrect test strip used. Used test strip has been inserted. Repeat test with new test strip. Not enough blood added to test strip. Or incorrect blood application technique. Retest with new test strip. Code Number. This shows the code number currently in the meter. The number on the screen must match the number on the test strip bottle. If screen code does not match the test strip code, use a new test strip.
Apply Control Solution. The Apply Blood symbol flashes alternately with the strip code number (F-2, F-3, or F-4) and “CONT” appears at the bottom of the screen. This shows the meter is ready for you to apply control solution. Test Result. The meter shows results between 20 and 600 mg/dL. mg/dL Test Average has no results stored. Test Averaging has been set to 14-day or 30-day but there are no results stored yet in memory. For errors not listed, do not attempt to use meter. Contact Customer Service at 800.
Storage and Handling • Store meter at 32°F-122°F (0°C-50°C). • Do not leave the meter in very hot or cold places. Do not leave it near a heat source (radiator) or in a car in hot or cold weather. • Do not store or use meter or test strips: • in high humidity, such as a bathroom or kitchen. • near a strong electromagnetic field such as a microwave oven or cell phone. • Do not use a meter that has been dropped into water, or if any water has entered the meter.
If you have technical problems or questions, please call Customer Service at 800.566.8558 (24 hours a day, 7 days a week, USA and Canada only). Contact your healthcare professional with questions if you cannot reach Customer Service.
PRODUCT INFORMATION Product Specifications Test Strips: Result Range: Calibration: Sample Size: Blood Source: Hematocrit Range: Test Time: Assay Method: Power Source: Battery Life: Screen Type: Memory: Average: Automatic Shut Off: Size: Weight: Operating Ranges: Altitude: Unit of Measurement: GLUCOCARD 01 SENSOR. 20-600 mg/dL. Plasma referenced. Minimum 0.3 µL. Fresh capillary whole blood. 30% - 54%. 7 seconds. Biosensor, Glucose Oxidase (Aspergillus niger sourced).
Warnings, Precautions & Limitations • You may get test results higher than your actual glucose level if taking PAM (1-Methylpyridine-6-carbaldehyde oxime). Taking unnecessary measures to lower your blood glucose level may induce severe low blood glucose symptoms such as coma. • Never make significant changes to your diabetes control program or ignore physical symptoms without consulting with your healthcare professional. • Patients undergoing oxygen therapy may yield false results.
• Extremes in hematocrit may affect test results. Hematocrit levels less than 30% may cause falsely high readings. Hematocrit levels greater than 54% may cause falsely low readings. • Inaccurate results may occur in severely hypotensive individuals or patients in shock. Inaccurate low results may occur for individuals experiencing a hyperglycemic-hyperosmolar state, with or without ketosis. Critically ill patients should not be tested with blood glucose meters.
• The GLUCOCARD 01 Blood Glucose Monitoring System is not designed to be a substitute for pathology laboratory equipment and should not be used for the diagnosis of diabetes. • Use only fresh capillary blood. Do not use serum or plasma or venous whole blood. • Do not use the GLUCOCARD 01 Blood Glucose Monitoring System to test neonates. It has not been validated for neonatal use. • Always insert the test strip into the meter first, then lance the finger.
Warranty You are a valued customer of ARKRAY. It is important to us that you are completely satisfied with your GLUCOCARD 01 blood glucose meter. ARKRAY warrants your GLUCOCARD 01 blood glucose meter will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of five years from the date of the original purchase.
Returns You must contact ARKRAY Customer Service at 800.566.8558 before returning your meter. You will be instructed how to return the meter to ARKRAY. Returned meters without this authorization will not be accepted. ARKRAY USA, Inc. Minneapolis, MN 55439 USA TEL 800.566.8558 FAX 952.646.3110 www.arkrayusa.com ©2011 ARKRAY, Inc.
