User Manual

Using the Pod
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Once the soft cannula is inserted, the PDM indicates that the
Pod is active (Figure 5-18, on the previous page).
Figure 5-18, on the previous page also displays a reminder to
check the infusion site and cannula. Make sure the Pod is
securely attached to your skin. You can see the cannula
through the small viewing window on the Pod.
2. Press Yes if you can see that the cannula is properly inserted.
The PDM returns to the Status screen.
Press No if you see a problem with the cannula. The PDM
instructs you to deactivate the new Pod (Figure 5-19). Press
Discard to restart the process with a new Pod.
Or press Back to return to the previous screen.
Check the infusion site after insertion to ensure
that the cannula was properly inserted. It is also a
good idea to check your blood glucose about 1.5
to 2 hours after each Pod change and to check
the infusion site periodically. If the cannula is not
properly inserted, hyperglycemia may result. Ver-
ify there is no wetness or scent of insulin, where
as may indicate the cannula has dislodged.
If you observe blood in the cannula, check your
blood glucose more frequently to ensure insulin
delivery has not been affected. If you experience
unexpected elevated blood glucose levels,
change your Pod.
To help avoid condensation from occurring in the
viewing window, make sure both your Pod and your
insulin are at room temperature.
Condensation may occur in the viewing window,
from sweating and perspiration.
Figure 5-19