Using Your Sensor; Applying Your Sensor - Freestyle Libre User Manual

Using Your Sensor

CAUTIONS:
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The Sensor Pack and Sensor Applicator are packaged as a
set (separately from the Reader) and have the same Sensor
code . Check that the Sensor codes match
before using your Sensor Pack and Sensor
Applicator . Do not use Sensor Packs and
Sensor Applicators with different Sensor
codes together as this will result in
incorrect glucose readings .
•
Intense exercise may cause your Sensor to loosen due to
sweat or movement of the Sensor . Remove and replace
your Sensor if it starts to loosen and follow the instructions
to select an appropriate application site .
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Applying Your Sensor

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Sensor Pack
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Apply Sensors only on the back of your upper
arm . If placed in other areas, the Sensor may
not function properly and could give inaccurate
readings . The application of the Sensor is not
approved for other sites . Avoid areas with scars,
moles, stretch marks, or lumps .
Select an area of skin that generally stays flat
during your normal daily activities (no bending
or folding) . Choose a site that is at least 1 inch
(2 .5 cm) away from an insulin injection site . To
prevent discomfort or skin irritation, you should
select a different site other than the one most
recently used .
Clean application site with an alcohol wipe and
allow site to dry before proceeding . This helps
the Sensor stay attached to your body .
Note: The area MUST be clean and dry, or the
Sensor may not stick to the site .
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