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  • Page 2 Self monitoring of blood glucose is an integral part of diabetes care, but the high cost of testing can make this impossible. At ACON, our goal is to provide high quality glucose monitoring at a price that allows you to test as often as necessary.
  • Page 3 Ketone Monitoring System. • For self-testers, consult your physician or diabetes healthcare professional before making any adjustments to your medication, diet or activity routines. • Keep out of reach of children. • Keep this User’s Manual in a safe place, do not discard it. ®...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Getting Started………………………………………………………………………… 1 Component Descriptions……………………………………………………… 3 ® On Call GK Dual Blood Glucose & Ketone Meter………………………… 4 Meter Display…………………………………………………………………… 6 Blood Glucose Test Strips……………………………………………….…… 9 Glucose Control Solution………………………………………………..……. 12 ® On Call Blood Ketone Test Strips……………………………………………14 ® On Call Ketone Control Solution…………………………………………….
  • Page 5 Maintenance……………………………………………………………………………. 57 Replacing the Battery………………………………………………………… 57 ® Caring for Your On Call GK Dual Blood Glucose & Ketone Monitoring System…………………………..…… 58 Suggestion and Reference……………………………………………………………59 Suggested Blood Glucose Testing Times and Target Goals…………..… 59 Reference for Your β-Ketone Test Results…………………………………. 60 Comparing Meter and Laboratory Results………………………………………..

  • Page 6: Getting Started

    Getting Started Before testing, read the instructions carefully and learn about all the components of ® your On Call GK Dual Blood Glucose & Ketone Monitoring System. Depending on ® the On Call GK Dual kit you purchase, some of the components may need to be purchased separately.
  • Page 7 ® ® On Call Advanced On Call Chosen Glucose Control Solution Glucose Control Solution ® ® On Call Advanced Code Chip On Call Chosen Code Chip ® ® On Call Advanced On Call Chosen Blood Glucose Test Strips Blood Glucose Test Strips...

  • Page 8: Component Descriptions

    Component Descriptions 1. Meter: Reads the test strips and displays the blood glucose or β-ketone concentration. 2. Test Strips: Strips with a chemical reagent system used with the meter to measure glucose or β-ketone concentration in blood. 3. Code Chip: Automatically calibrates the meter with the code number when inserted into the meter.

  • Page 9: On Call ® Gk Dual Blood Glucose & Ketone Meter

    ® On Call GK Dual Blood Glucose & Ketone Meter ® The On Call GK Dual Blood Glucose & Ketone Meter is designed for use with the ® ® On Call Advanced Blood Glucose Test Strips or On Call Chosen Blood Glucose ®...
  • Page 10 Liquid Crystal Display (LCD): Shows your test results, and helps you through the testing process. M Button: Recalls previous test results from the meter memory and performs other menu selection functions. S Button: Selects meter settings and performs other menu selection functions. Strip Port: Test strips are inserted into this area to perform a test.

  • Page 11: Meter Display

    Meter Display Month Day Hour Minutes Code Blood Drop / Strip Symbol Control Solution Symbol Pound Sign (#) Test Result Area Test Remind Symbol Code Type Symbol Before Meal Symbol Battery Symbol After Meal Symbol Ketone / Glucose Measurement Unit Ketone Memory Hypo Symbol Hyper Symbol...
  • Page 12 Hyper Symbol: Appears when the blood glucose concentration is above the “Hyperglycemia” (high blood sugar) target level that you have set. Hypo Symbol: Appears when the blood glucose concentration is below the “Hypoglycemia” (low blood sugar) target level that you have set. Ketone: Appears when the blood glucose concentration is above 16.7 mmol/L (300 mg/dL).
  • Page 13 Meter Use and Precautions • The meter is pre-set to display blood glucose concentration in either millimoles per liter (mmol/L) or milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL) depending on which unit of measure is standard in your country. This unit of measure cannot be adjusted. •...

  • Page 14: Blood Glucose Test Strips

    Blood Glucose Test Strips ® ® The On Call Advanced Blood Glucose Test Strips or On Call Chosen Blood ® Glucose Test Strips can work with the On Call GK Dual Blood Glucose & Ketone Meter to measure the glucose concentration in your whole blood. ®...
  • Page 15 an inaccurate test result. In this case if the meter begins to countdown and check window does not fill, discard the strip and begin the test again with a fresh test strip. Correct Incorrect Code Number Each package of blood glucose test strips is printed with a code number (CODE), lot number (LOT), unopened expiration date ( ) and control range.
  • Page 16 • Do not store test strips outside their protective vial. Test strips must be stored in the original vial with the cap tightly closed. • Do not transfer test strips to a new vial or any other container. • Replace the cap on the test strip vial right away after removing a test strip. •...

  • Page 17: Glucose Control Solution

    Glucose Control Solution ® ® The On Call Advanced Glucose Control Solution or On Call Chosen Glucose Control Solution can be used for a glucose quality control test. ® ® On Call Advanced On Call Chosen Glucose Control Solution Glucose Control Solution ®...
  • Page 18 Storage and Handling Please review the following storage and handling instructions: • Store the glucose control solution at 2-30°C (36-86°F). • Do not refrigerate or freeze. • If the control solution is cold, do not use until it has warmed to room temperature.

  • Page 19: On Call ® Blood Ketone Test Strips

    ® On Call Blood Ketone Test Strips ® The On Call Blood Ketone Test Strips are thin strips with a chemical reagent ® system which can work with the On Call GK Dual Blood Glucose & Ketone Meter to measure the β-ketone concentration in your whole blood. After the strip is inserted into the meter, blood is applied to the sample tip of the test strip.
  • Page 20 Correct Incorrect Code Number ® Each package of On Call Blood Ketone Test Strips is printed with a code number (CODE), lot number (LOT), unopened expiration date ( ) and control range (CTRL0, CTRL1 and CTRL 2). Storage and Handling Please review the following storage and handling instructions: ®...
  • Page 21 Special instructions for blood ketone test strip in the vial • Test strips should be stored in their tightly capped protective vial to keep them in good working condition. • Do not store test strips outside their protective vial. Test strips must be stored in the original vial with the cap tightly closed.

  • Page 22: On Call ® Ketone Control Solution

    ® On Call Ketone Control Solution ® The On Call Ketone Control Solution contains a known concentration of β-ketone. ® It is used to confirm that your On Call GK Dual Blood Glucose & Ketone Meter ® and On Call Blood Ketone Test Strips are working together properly and that you are performing the test correctly.
  • Page 23 ® • The tests with On Call Ketone Control Solution are specified to be accurate only when tested between 10 and 40°C (50-104°F). • The control ranges shown on the test strip vial or on the foil pouch are not recommended ranges for your blood β-ketone level.

  • Page 24: Installing The Battery

    Installing the Battery Battery may not be preinstalled in the meter. Two CR 2032 3.0V coin cell batteries are required. Please find the batteries in your carrying case and install them according to the following steps: 1. Turn over the meter to locate the battery cover. Press the battery cover tab on the top and lift the cover to open it.

  • Page 25: Meter Setup Before Testing

    Meter Setup Before Testing Before testing, the following steps should be followed: Step 1 – Coding the Meter Every time you change to a new box of test strips, you need to insert the code chip packed with the new box of test strips. Coding the meter before using a new box of blood glucose test strips 1.
  • Page 26 ® automatically. The code for On Call Advanced Blood Glucose Test Strips ® starts with “A” and the code for On Call Chosen Blood Glucose Test Strips starts with “H”. If the code on the code chip does not match the code that is displayed on the screen, please contact your local distributor immediately.

  • Page 27: Step 2 - Adjusting The Meter Settings

    ketone code chip does not match the number that is displayed on the screen, please contact your local distributor immediately. Note: The most recently used ketone code will be stored in the meter as a default ketone code for the rest of your blood β-ketone tests, until you insert a new ketone code chip into the meter.
  • Page 28 4. Time: The hour will appear at the top of the display. Adjust the hour with the M button until the correct hour is displayed. Press the S button to save your choice and set the minutes. Press the M button to change to the correct minute. Press the S button to save your choice and move to set the meal marker feature.
  • Page 29 Press the M button to switch between turning the meter beep “On” and “Off”. Press the S button to confirm your selection. 7. Ketone Indicator: The meter comes with the Ketone indicator feature disabled. Press the M button to switch between turning the Ketone indicator “On” and “Off”.
  • Page 30 hypoglycemia level. Consult your healthcare professional before determining what your hyper blood glucose level is. 9. Hypo Indicator: The meter comes with the Hypo indicator feature disabled. Press the M button to switch between turning the Hypo indicator “On” and “Off”. Press the S button to confirm your selection.
  • Page 31 • Repeat the same set up procedure for Test Reminder 3, 4 and 5. • After finishing the fifth Test Reminder set up, it will then end the setup mode and power off the meter. If one or more test reminders have been set, the reminder symbol will always appear on the LCD screen when the meter is turned on.

  • Page 32: Performing A Quality Control Test

    Performing a Quality Control Test The quality control test confirms that the test strips and meter are working together properly, and that you are performing the test correctly. Glucose Quality Control Test ® ® The On Call Advanced Glucose Control Solution or On Call Chosen Glucose Control Solution can be used for a glucose quality control test.
  • Page 33 Compare the code type letter before the code number on the display with the ® brand of the strip inserted in the meter. “A” is for an On Call Advanced Blood ® Glucose Test Strip, and “H” is for an On Call Chosen Blood Glucose Test Strip.
  • Page 34 5. Shake the glucose control solution bottle well, then squeeze it gently and discard the first drop. If the tip clogs, tap the tip gently on a clean, hard surface, then shake again and use. Squeeze out a second small drop on a clean nonabsorbent surface.
  • Page 35 The blood glucose test results are displayed either in mmol/L or mg/dL depending on the unit of measure most common in your country. Note: The glucose control solution range is the expected range for the glucose control solution test results. It is not a recommended range for a blood glucose level.

  • Page 36: Ketone Quality Control Test

    Glucose Control Solution has three levels available. They are labeled Control Solution 0, Control Solution 1 and Control Solution 2. Control Solution 1 is sufficient for most all self-testing needs. If you think your meter or strips may not be working properly, you may also want to do a level 0 or level 2 test.
  • Page 37 2. Check the display to confirm that all the display segments turn on (see display illustration above). 3. Following this display check, the system will enter the test mode. The display will show the date, time and the strip icon with the blood sample icon blinking. The code number and “KET”...
  • Page 38 Note: • Do not apply control solution to the test strip directly from the bottle. • If you applied the control solution sample but do not see the starting of the count down, you may reapply a second drop within 3 seconds. 6.
  • Page 39 If the result falls outside the indicated control range: • Confirm you are matching the correct range. Control Solution 1 results should be matched to the CTRL 1 range printed on the test strip vial (or on foil pouch). • Check the expiration date of the test strip and control solution. Make sure that the test strip vial and control solution bottle have not been opened for more than 6 months.

  • Page 40: Testing Your Blood Glucose

    Testing Your Blood Glucose ® The following steps will show how to use the On Call GK Dual Blood Glucose & ® ® Ketone Meter, On Call Advanced Blood Glucose test strips or On Call Chosen Blood Glucose test strips, lancing device and sterile lancets together to measure your blood glucose concentration.
  • Page 41 2. Hold the lancet firmly in the lancing device and twist the safety tab of the lancet until it loosens. Then pull the safety tab off the lancet. Save the safety tab for lancet disposal. 3. Carefully screw the cover back onto the lancing device. Avoid contact with the exposed needle.
  • Page 42 6. Prior to testing, clean your hands with an alcohol wipe or wash your hands with soap. Use warm water to increase blood flow in your fingers if necessary. Then dry your hands thoroughly. Massage the hand from the wrist up to the fingertip a few times to encourage blood flow.
  • Page 43 IMPORTANT: There are important differences among forearm, palm and fingertip samples that you should know. Important Information about forearm and palm glucose testing: • You should consult your healthcare professional before choosing to perform forearm or palm testing. • When blood levels are changing rapidly such as after a meal, insulin dose or exercise, blood from the fingertips may show these changes more rapidly than blood from other areas.
  • Page 44 Disposal of the Lancet 1. Unscrew the lancing device cover. Place the safety tab of the lancet on a hard surface. Then carefully insert the lancet needle into the safety tab. 2. Press the release button to make sure that the lancet is in the extended position.
  • Page 45 Specimen collection and preparation by healthcare professionals • A small drop of fresh whole blood is needed to perform the blood glucose test. ® Do not use serum or plasma samples. The On Call Advanced Blood Glucose Test Strips are for testing fresh capillary, neonatal, venous and arterial whole ®...

  • Page 46: Step 2 - Testing Blood Glucose

    Step 2 – Testing Blood Glucose Note: Insertion of a new test strip at any time, except while in the data transfer mode (detailed on page 55), will cause the meter to automatically enter the test mode. 1. Insert a blood glucose test strip into the strip port, contact bars end first and facing up, to turn on the meter and display all the display segments.
  • Page 47 4. The blinking test strip and blood drop icon will indicate that the test strip is inserted correctly and a drop of blood can be added. The meter will not turn on if the test strip has been inserted incorrectly. 5.
  • Page 48 Blood glucose results are automatically stored in the memory. To mark invalid results and prevent them from being included in the 7, 14, 30, 60 and 90-day averages, press the M and S buttons together. A pound sign (#) will appear on the display to show that the blood glucose test result will not be included when calculating the 7, 14, 30, 60 and 90-day averages.

  • Page 49: Hi" And "Lo" Messages

    8. Slide forward the strip ejector to discard the used test strip. Note: Dispose of blood samples and materials carefully. Treat all blood samples as if they are infectious materials. Follow proper precautions and obey all local rules when disposing of blood samples and materials. "HI"...

  • Page 50: Hypo" And "Hyper" Messages

    "Hypo" and "Hyper" Messages Note: "Hypo" and "Hyper" Messages will only appear when testing blood glucose. If “Hypo” appears on the display, the measured blood glucose concentration value is below the “Hypo” (low blood sugar) target level that you have set. If “Hyper”...

  • Page 51: Precautions And Limitations For Blood Glucose Testing

    Precautions and Limitations for Blood Glucose Testing ® Please refer to the On Call Advanced Blood Glucose Test Strips insert and On ® Call Chosen Blood Glucose Test Strips insert for more information.

  • Page 52: Testing Your Blood Ketone

    Testing Your Blood Ketone ® The following steps will show how to use the On Call GK Dual Blood Glucose & ® Ketone Meter, On Call Blood Ketone test strips, lancing device and sterile lancets together to measure your blood β-ketone concentration. Step 1 –...
  • Page 53 Lancet Precautions • Do not use the lancet if the safety tab is missing or loose when you take the lancet out of the bag. • Do not use the lancet if the needle is bent. • Use with caution whenever the lancet needle is exposed. •...

  • Page 54: Step 2 - Testing Blood Ketone

    Step 2 – Testing Blood Ketone Note: Insertion of a new blood ketone test strip at any time, except while in the data transfer mode (detailed on page 55), will cause the meter to automatically enter the test mode. 1. Insert a blood ketone test strip into the strip port, contact bars end first and facing up, to turn on the meter and display all the display segments.
  • Page 55 5. Touch the blood sample to the sample tip at the end of the test strip. If the audio option is turned on, the meter will also beep to indicate the measurement has started. If you applied a drop of blood but do not see the starting of the countdown, you may reapply a second drop of blood within 3 seconds.

  • Page 56: Hi" Message

    "HI" Message The meter can accurately measure blood β-ketone concentrations between 0 and 8.0 mmol/L. "HI" message indicate results outside of this range. If "HI" appears on the display, the measured β-ketone concentration value is above 8.0 mmol/L. The test should be retaken to ensure that no mistake was made in the procedure.

  • Page 57: Precautions And Limitations For Blood Ketone Testing

    Precautions and Limitations for Blood Ketone Testing • Do not use the meter in any manner not specified by the manufacturer. Otherwise, the protection provided by the meter may be impaired. ® • The On Call Blood Ketone Test Strips are for testing fresh capillary and venous whole blood.

  • Page 58: Using The Meter Memory

    Using the Meter Memory The meter automatically stores up to 450 blood glucose and β-ketone test records. Each record includes the test result, result type, date and time. The oldest record will be erased to make room for a new one if there are already 450 records in memory.
  • Page 59 Press the S button to view the blood glucose averages. The words "DAY AVG" will appear on the screen. Note: If you do not wish to view your average glucose measurements, you can press the S button again to turn off the display. 5.

  • Page 60: Clearing The Memory

    (PC) using an optional data transfer cable and software package. To make use of ® this feature, you need the On Call Diabetes Management Software and a USB data transfer cable from ACON. 1. Install the software to your personal computer (PC) according to the ® instructions from the On Call...
  • Page 61 2. Connect the USB cable to your PC and plug the audio jack of the cable into the meter data port. Meter automatically enters “PC” mode. Notes: • When strip is already inserted into the meter and meter is in the waiting for sample application mode, at this point if data transfer cable is plugged into meter data port then meter gives E-12 error message and does not automatically turn to “PC”...

  • Page 62: Maintenance

    Maintenance Proper maintenance is recommended for best results. Replacing the Battery When the battery icon ( ) is blinking, it means the battery is running low and you should replace the battery as soon as possible. An "E-6" error message will appear if the battery is too low to perform any more blood glucose tests.

  • Page 63: Caring For Your On Call Gk Dual Blood Glucose & Ketone Monitoring System

    ® Caring for Your On Call GK Dual Blood Glucose & Ketone Monitoring System Blood Glucose & Ketone Meter ® Your On Call GK Dual Blood Glucose & Ketone Meter does not require special maintenance or cleaning. A cloth dampened with water and a mild detergent solution can be used to wipe the outside of the meter.

  • Page 64: Suggestion And Reference

    Suggestion and Reference Suggested Blood Glucose Testing Time and Target Goals Tracking your blood glucose concentration through frequent testing is an important part of proper diabetes care. Your healthcare professional will help you to decide the normal target range for your glucose levels. They will also help you determine when and how often to test your blood glucose.

  • Page 65: Reference For Your Β-Ketone Test Results

    Use the logbook to record your blood glucose measurements and related information. Bring the logbook with you when visiting your doctor so that you can determine how well your blood glucose is being controlled. This can help you and your healthcare professional make the best decisions about your glucose control plan.

  • Page 66: Comparing Meter And Laboratory Results

    Comparing Meter and Laboratory Results ® Your On Call GK Dual Blood Glucose & Ketone Monitoring System and laboratory results both report the glucose or β-ketone concentration in the serum or plasma component of your blood. However, the results may differ somewhat due to normal variation.

  • Page 67: Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshooting Guide The meter has built-in messages to alert you of problems. When error messages appear, note the error number, turn off the meter and then follow these instructions. Display Causes Solution Battery may be damaged or not be Replace battery. charged Meter If meter has been exposed to or stored...
  • Page 68 Display Causes Solution Battery has discharged and meter does not allow more tests until Replace the battery and repeat the test. discharged battery is replacement with a new battery Insert the code chip that accompanied No code chip in the meter the box of test strips.

  • Page 69: Specifications

    Specifications Feature Specification Meter Model Number OGM-161 Glucose: 0.6-33.3 mmol/L (10 - 600mg/dL) Measurement Range β-ketone: 0.0-8.0 mmol/L Result Calibration Plasma-equivalent Please refer to the blood glucose and ketone test Sample strip inserts Glucose: 0.8 μL Minimum Sample Size β-ketone: 1.2 μL Glucose: 5 seconds Test Time β-ketone: 10 seconds...

  • Page 70: Warranty

    Warranty Please complete the warranty card that came with this product and mail it to your local distributor to register your purchase. If the meter fails to work for any reason other than obvious abuse within the first five (5) years from purchase, we will replace it with a new meter free of charge. For your records, also write the purchase date of your product here.

  • Page 71: Index Of Symbol

    Index of Symbols Consult instructions for use For in vitro diagnostic use only Store between 2 – 30 C (36 - 86 F)-Glucose Strips & Control Solutions Store between 5 - 30 C (41 - 86 F)-Ketone Strips & Control Solutions Contains sufficient for <n>...

  • Page 72: Index

    Index Averaging Results……………. Procedure Battery, Replacing the………… Precautions and Limitations… 46,52 Carrying Case…………………… Testing Your Blood…………… 35,47 Clearing the Memory…………… Quality Control Test…………. Data Port........Glucose Control Solution……. 12,27 Date Format......10,13,17 Ketone Control Solution……. 17,31 Guidelines........ How to Run…………………… 27,31 Hematocrit........

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