Chapter 3 - Inserting The Sensor And Transmitter - Dexcom g4 platinum Quick Start Manual

ANIMAS® VIBE™ SYSTEM

cHAPtER 3 - INSERtING tHE SENSOR AND tRANSmIttER

To use the Animas
PLATINUM Sensor and Transmitter. You will also need a BG meter and test strips for calibration and to
make all treatment decisions. Once inserted and calibrated, the Sensor will continuously measure and
display your glucose readings for up to 7 days (166 hours after the 2-hour startup period). This chapter
will show you how to insert the Sensor and attach the Transmitter.
Sensor Overview
The Sensor is a device that continuously measures your glucose levels from fluid below your skin. You
will use a BG meter periodically to calibrate your Sensor. Calibrating the Sensor adjusts the Sensor
readings to your body's current health status to help ensure the accuracy of the readings.
Transmitter Overview
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WARNING: DO NOT dispose of your Transmitter. It is reusable. The same Transmitter is used
for each Sensor session until you have reached the end of the Transmitter battery life.
The Transmitter collects the Sensor readings and sends them to the pump using wireless radio
frequency (RF) technology. This happens every 5 minutes for up to 7 days. The Transmitter and Sensor
are water resistant when properly connected.
The transmission range from the Transmitter to the pump is up to 12 feet (3.6 meters) without
obstruction. Wireless communication does not work well through water so the range may be much
less if you are in a pool, bathtub, or waterbed. Nearby metallic objects and electric blankets may also
interfere with wireless communication.
The Transmitter battery will last about 6 months. Once the Transmitter Low Battery Warning appears
on your pump display, replace the Transmitter as soon as possible. Refer to Chapter 10 in Section II for
information on the Transmitter Low Battery Warning.
Before You Start
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CAUTION: STORE Sensors at temperatures between 36° F – 77° F (2° C – 25° C) for as long
as the Sensor packaging/insert indicates. Sensors stored at temperatures outside this range
may be damaged and lead to inaccurate glucose readings. You may store your Sensors in the
refrigerator if it is within this temperature range. DO NOT store Sensors in a freezer.
• Check the battery life indicator on your pump to make sure your pump has sufficient battery life to
avoid running out of battery power during use.
• Check that the date and time on your pump are correct.
• Make sure the correct Transmitter ID has been entered into your pump (see Chapter 2 in Section II).
• Check the Use By Date printed on the Sensor package label. The Use By Date format is YYYY-MM-DD.
Sensors must be inserted on or before the end of the calendar day printed on the Sensor package
label.
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