10 Maintenance and Care
10.1 Conditions for storage and shipping
General operating conditions
All information given on maintenance and care of the
"base unit" in this chapter applies to both the
Accu-Chek Inform II Base Unit and the Accu-Chek
Inform II Base Unit Light.
Please observe the following points to ensure the reliable
operation of your system over the long term:
Handle the meter and its system components with
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care. Avoid dropping it or banging it.
Protect the base unit from dripping liquid.
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Do not immerse the meter or base unit in any
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liquid.
Follow the instructions for cleaning, beginning on
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page 128.
Observe the following safety information to ensure the
system functions properly. Improper handling can lead to
erroneous test results.
Do not expose the meter to excessive sources of
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heat for prolonged periods of time when perform-
ing a test. Potential sources of heat can be, but are
not limited to:
– Leaving the meter under a bilirubin light or photo
therapy light
– Leaving the meter on a bed warmer
– Leaving the meter in an isolette
See Chapter 12 for operating and storage temperature
ranges.
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