Users Manual

34 iGlucose®
• Check the expiration date printed on the strip vial every time
you use a test strip. Do not use expired iGlucose® Blood Glucose
Test Strips.
• The iGlucose Test Strip should be stored capped in their vial. Use
each iGlucose Test Strip immediately after removing it from the
vial to avoid exposure to light and humidity. Test strips that are
left out of the vial should not be used for testing.
• Do not reuse iGlucose Test Strips.
• Apply the blood sample to the sample port of the test strip only.
• A blood sample should ONLY be applied to the test strip after
the test strip has been inserted correctly and the meter’s screen
shows both a blood drop icon and the message “Apply a drop of
blood”. This takes 3 seconds from the time a test strip is inserted.
During this time the iGlucose Blood Glucose Meter performs an
internal check. If the blood drop icon and the message are NOT
showing on the screen, do not apply a sample to the test strip as
it will result in an error message.
• Record the opening date of a new test strip vial. Discard the vial
of test strips 3 months after opening.
• Always keep the metal contacts of the test strip port clean. If any
dust or impurities are present, please clean with a small, soft brush.
• The iGlucose Blood Glucose Monitoring System and iGlucose
Lancing Device are intended for a single user only. Do not share
these devices with anyone, including other family members.
• All parts of this kit are considered biohazards and can potentially
transmit infectious diseases, even after you have performed the
cleaning and disinfecting procedure.
• Users should wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after
handling the meter, lancing device, and test strips.
• For cleaning and disinfecting please refer to section “Cleaning
and Disinfecting Procedures.
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