Dexcom G5 mobile User Manual page 75

4. Plunger
5. Applicator Barrel
(contains small
introducer needle
and sensor)
8. Transmitter Latch
9. Release Tab
Figure 3. Dexcom G5 Mobile Sensor Applicator and Pod
The following table reviews the sensor applicator components in order of use.
Order of Use Name
1
2
3
4
5
6
Dexcom G5 Mobile System User Guide
Starting a Sensor Session: Inserting Sensor, Transmitter, and Starting Your Session
Sensor Pouch
Adhesive Patch
Safety Lock
Plunger
Applicator Barrel
Collar
(Continued on next page)
3. Safety Lock
6. Collar
What it does
Sterilized for your protection.
Open to remove applicator and sensor.
Holds the sensor/transmitter in place on your
skin.
Prevents plunger from inserting sensor until
you are ready.
Inserts sensor wire into your body.
Contains small insertion needle and sensor
wire.
Disposable, for single use only.
Collar removes insertion needle.
Helps remove applicator barrel once sensor
wire is inserted.
7. Sensor Pod
2. Adhesive Patch
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