Section 11: End Sensor Session; Remove Sensor And Transmitter - Dexcom G5 Getting Started Manual

Section 11: End Sensor Session

11.1 Remove Sensor and Transmitter

Your sensor automatically shuts off after 7 days. The app and receiver alert you at
6 hours, 2 hours, and 30 minutes before your sensor session ends.
Smart Device
NOTE: Do not remove the transmitter from the sensor pod until all
components (sensor, transmitter, sensor pod) are off your body.
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Keep
Receiver
Peel the adhesive off your body like a
Band-Aid
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transmitter will all be removed.
Use your fingers to spread the back tabs of
the sensor pod.
Transmitter will pop out.
Keep the transmitter for your next sensor.
Dispose of the sensor following your local
guidelines for disposal of blood-contacting
components.
Dexcom G5 Mobile CGM System Getting Started Guide
Description
Replace sensor when prompted.
You will NOT receive readings or
alerts. During this time. You might
miss severe hypoglycemia (low
BG) or hyperglycemia (high BG)
events. Use your meter.
. The sensor, sensor pod, and
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