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Lifescan Sure Step Flexx Quick Refence Manual

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  • Page 2 Such a license is granted only when the device is used with SureStepPro or OneTouch SureStep Test Strips. No test strip supplier other than LifeScan is authorized to grant such a license, and LifeScan does not endorse or encourage the use of any strips manufactured by...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents The SureStepFlexx Meter ... 1 Scanning a Barcode ....2 Performing a Quality Control Test ..3 Performing a Patient Test .

  • Page 4: The Surestepflexx Meter

    The SureStepFlexx Meter Refer to this quick reference guide only after you have become familiar with the instructions and precautions outlined in the SureStepFlexx Meter Operator’s Guide. Serial port (top) Power button Test strip holder LCD screen Optional barcode scanner/ infrared communication port lens...

  • Page 5: Scanning A Barcode

    Scanning a Barcode If the meter is equipped with a barcode scanner, you may scan IDs and lot numbers. To scan a barcode, hold the barcode label parallel to and E n t e r O p e r a t o r I D _ .

  • Page 6: Performing A Quality Control Test

    Performing a Quality Control Test Turn on the meter by pressing the blue power button. Cont Press on the status screen. QC Test Select from the Main Menu. Select a control test. Enter your operator ID, or scan your badge. Press Select the control solution lot number, or scan the vial.
  • Page 7 Gently shake the control solution vial and touch a drop of solution to the center of the pink test square. Check the confirmation dot on the back of the test strip to verify it is completely blue. Firmly insert the test strip all the way into the test strip holder until it stops (confirmation dot should be facing...
  • Page 8 down). Insert within 2 minutes of applying control solution. If you fail to completely IMPORTANT: insert the test strip, the test may start; however, you may receive an out-of-range result. If you insert the test strip IMPORTANT: after 2 minutes, you may get an out-of-range result or an error message.
  • Page 9 Do not remove the test strip IMPORTANT: until the countdown is complete. Press and choose Press and continue Entr Note at least one comment. Press with next control test. and repeat test. Remove the test strip. If the control solution result CAUTION: fails, repeat the test.

  • Page 10: Performing A Patient Test

    Performing a Patient Test Turn on the meter by pressing the blue power button. Cont Press on the status screen. Patient Test Select from the Main Menu. Enter your operator ID, or scan your badge. Press Enter the patient ID, or scan the ID tag.
  • Page 11 Apply the patient’s blood to the center of the pink test square. Check the confirmation dot on the back of the test strip to verify it is completely blue.
  • Page 12 Firmly insert the test strip all the way into the test strip holder until it stops (confirmation dot should be facing down). Insert within 2 minutes of applying blood. If you fail to completely insert CAUTION: the test strip, the test may start; however, you may receive an inaccurate, low result.
  • Page 13 The test result appears in approximately 30 seconds. Do not remove the test strip IMPORTANT: until the countdown is complete. Example Remove the test strip. Press and continue testing. Entr Note Or, press and choose one to three comments that correspond to the patient’s current situation.

  • Page 14: Blood Application

    Blood Application How to check that you have applied the right amount of blood: Enough Blood Test Strip confir- white mation pink test square Front Back Front Back Apply a drop of blood to the Pink test square is where center of the pink test square you apply blood.
  • Page 15 Do not apply additional blood CAUTION: to the test strip or you may get an inaccurate result. Not Enough Blood Too Much Blood Front Back If the white pad on the If the blue confirmation dot front of the test strip is on the back of the test strip completely saturated with shows streaks or patches of...

  • Page 16: Color Chart

    (86˚F). Do not refrigerate. Replace cap immediately and tightly. test strip. Patents pending. ©2000 LifeScan, Inc. AW 052-713-04B Made in U.S.A. Before a test, compare the color of the confirmation dot from an unused test strip to the “Unused” color dot.

  • Page 17: Transferring Data

    Transferring Data Connection Module Place the meter in the connection module cradle. The connection module turns on the meter. Data transfer occurs automatically. Remove the meter from Cont the cradle, and press if the meter is still on. The meter turns off automatically after data transfer is complete.

  • Page 18: Serial Cable

    Serial Cable Connect the serial cable to the meter’s serial port. The other end of the cable will be connected to a workstation, modem, or serial server. The meter automatically turns on and data transfer occurs. Remove the serial cable from the meter Cont and press if the meter is still on.

  • Page 19: Cleaning

    Cleaning Cleaning the Outside of the Meter Clean the outside of the meter with a cloth dampened with a 10% bleach solution. Follow with a cloth moistened with water to remove residual bleach. Dry thoroughly. Do not get water inside the CAUTION: meter.
  • Page 20 Remove the test strip holder by pressing down on the left side and sliding it to the right. Wipe the test strip holder cover and base with a cotton swab dampened with a 10% bleach solution. Follow with a swab dampened with water to remove residual bleach.
  • Page 21 Bleach residue left on the test CAUTION: strip holder may lead to an error message or an inaccurate, high result. Thoroughly dry the test strip holder with a soft cloth or lint-free tissue. Wipe the lens area and contact points with a cotton swab dampened with a 10% bleach solution.
  • Page 22 Dry the lens area with a clean, soft cloth or lint-free tissue. Be careful not to scratch this area. Replace the closed test strip holder by sliding it into the meter. Push the test strip holder until it clicks into place.

  • Page 23: Changing The Batteries

    Changing the Batteries Turn off the meter. Press down on the battery door latch. Lift open the door. Remove all three batteries and dispose of them according to your institution’s guidelines.
  • Page 24 Insert three new size AA alkaline batteries. Be sure to match the + end of each battery with the + signs inside the compartment. Do not use rechargeable batteries. CAUTION: Replace the battery compartment door. Turn on the meter to verify power.

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    Refer to the SureStepFlexx Meter Operator’s Guide for a complete list of error messages and precautions. For help resolving any problem, contact LifeScan’s Healthcare Professional Line at: 1 800 524-7226 (USA) 1 888 353-0800 (Canada)
  • Page 26 • Take appropriate steps to monitor patient and provide medical care while awaiting laboratory result. 4.Clean meter and repeat test with new test strip. 5.Contact LifeScan for help at 1 800 524-7226.
  • Page 27 • Take appropriate steps to monitor patient and provide medical care while awaiting laboratory result. 3.Clean meter and repeat test with new test strip. 4.Contact LifeScan for help at 1 800 524-7226.
  • Page 28 Remove test strip only when test is complete. 2.If you continue to get any error message, obtain a laboratory result. Take appropriate steps to monitor patient and provide medical care while awaiting result. 3.Contact LifeScan for help at 1 800 524-7226.
  • Page 29 Color Chart on test strip bottle to see if glucose level is very high or very low. • Take appropriate steps to monitor patient and provide medical care while awaiting laboratory result. 3.Contact LifeScan for help at 1 800 524-7226.
  • Page 30 • Wait for “Insert Strip” to appear on display before inserting test strip. 2.If you continue to get any error message, obtain a laboratory result. Take appropriate steps to monitor patient and provide medical care while awaiting laboratory result. 3.Contact LifeScan for help at 1 800 524-7226.
  • Page 31 2.If you continue to get any error message, obtain a laboratory result. Take appropriate steps to monitor patient and provide medical care while awaiting laboratory result. 3.Contact LifeScan for help at 1 800 524-7226.

  • Page 32: Test Strip

    Insert Strip appears after you insert test strip Cause: Test strip not fully inserted into test strip holder. Solution: Remove test strip. When “Insert Strip” appears, firmly insert test strip into test strip holder until it stops. Remove Strip appears after you insert test strip Cause: Not enough sample on test strip, or test strip inserted too quickly.
  • Page 33 Change meter batteries, if necessary. 3.If meter is not equipped with barcode scanner, manually enter information using keypad. Self-test failed: xxxx Cause: Intermittent system check reading fluctuation. Solution: 1.Turn meter off and on several times. 2.Contact LifeScan at 1 800 524-7226.
  • Page 34 Self-test failed: 0080 Cause: Test strip holder removed, not completely inserted, or dirty; test strip partially inserted, or lens area dirty. Solution: 1.Check test strip holder is properly installed. 2.Remove test strip from meter. 3.Clean test strip holder and lens area. Upload overdue Cause: Data transfer not performed within specified time.

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