Tes�Ting A Blood S�Ample - A.MENARINI GLUCOMEN LX User Manual

TeS�TinG a blOOd S�aMple
5. Use the lancing device, loaded with a new lancet, to puncture the finger. (See lancing device
instructions for use.)
6. Gently squeeze your finger to help form a drop of blood.
7. Touch the end of the test strip to the blood drop until the test strip is full and the on-screen
countdown timer begins. (Beeper sounds if enabled.)
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The Blood Drop symbol flashes on and off repeatedly until sufficient blood has been added
to the test strip.
8. A countdown on screen appears while test is in progress. Glucose result is available
on-screen in 4 seconds.
9. The result is automatically stored into memory.
10. Press the Left/Right buttons to move between marked (√) or unmarked results.
Marked results are not included in the average test results. HI, LO, and Control results
are not included in the average.
11. Press the Mode button to save the Marking Status: Marked (√) or Unmarked.
12. If test result is above 33.3 mmol/L, the screen displays HI; test result cannot
be stored. If test result is below 1.1 mmol/L, the screen displays LO; test result cannot
be stored.

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TeS�TinG a blOOd S�aMple
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The meter will time out after 2 minutes of non-use or if the strip is removed. The keys are disabled until a
strip is inserted. Results and marking status are saved if the meter times out, the strip is removed, or the
meter is turned off.
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You must apply the sample to the GlucoMen ®
in the display. If the meter turns off before sample application, remove the GlucoMen
and insert again.
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If blood is not applied within 2 minutes, the meter will go into "sleep mode" to conserve the battery life.
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Lancets are for one-time use only. Use a new, sterile lancet each time you test. Test different areas on
your fingertips to avoid developing calluses. Remove the used lancet from the lancing device. Follow your
local disposal regulations where applicable.
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Your lancing device is for your personal use only. DO NOT share with others. Sharing the lancing device or
lancets can transmit very serious infections. To avoid accidental fingersticks injuries, do not store used lancets
in the device after testing or arm the lancing device with a new sterile lancet unless ready to use.
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LX Sensor test strip while the blood drop symbol is flashing
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