Summary of Contents for Equinox Systems EQ-TD-4286
- Page 1 Part no. 311-4286200-XXX Product name 機器說明書/EQUINOX/英文 (Equinox Overseas Private Limited)(FCG) Spec L148*W105mm/高級畫刊紙80P/黑色/共36頁/騎馬釘 Designer Color K:100 K:20...
- Page 2 EQ-TD-4286 Blood Glucose Monitoring System Owner’s Manual...
- Page 4 Regular monitoring of your blood glucose levels can help you and your doctor gain better control of your diabetes. Due to its compact size and easy operation, you can use the equinox EQ-TD-4286 Blood Glucose Monitoring System to easily monitor your blood glucose levels by yourself anywhere, any time.
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Page 5: Before Use
IMPORTANT SAFTY INSTRUCTIONS READ BEFORE USE 1. Use this device ONLY for the intended use described in this manual. 2. Do NOT use accessories which are not specified by the manufacturer. 3. Do NOT use the device if it is not working properly or if it is damaged. -
Page 6: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS BEFORE YOU BEGIN Important Information Intended Use Test Principle Meter Overview Display Screen Test Strip Setting the Meter THE FOUR MEASURING MODES Control Solution Testing Performing a Control Solution Test TESTING WITH BLOOD SAMPLE Preparing the Puncture Site Performing a Blood Glucose Test METER MEMORY Reviewing Test Results... -
Page 7: Before You Begin
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Important Information ● Severe dehydration and excessive water loss may cause readings which are lower than actual values. If you believe you are suffering from severe dehydration, consult a healthcare professional immediately. ● If your blood glucose results are lower or higher than usual, and you do not have any symptoms of illness, first repeat the test. -
Page 8: Intended Use
Intended Use This system is intended for use outside the body (in vitro diagnostic use) by people with diabetes at home and by health care professionals in clinical settings as an aid to monitoring the effectiveness of diabetes control. It is intended to be used for the quantitative measurement of glucose (sugar) in samples of fresh capillary whole blood from the finger. -
Page 9: Meter Overview
Meter Overview Display Screen Test Strip Ejector Eject the used strip by pushing this button. Test Slot Insert test strip here to turn the meter on for testing. SET Button Enter and confirm the meter settings. Data Port (TD-4286 only) Download test results with a cable connection. -
Page 10: Display Screen
Display Screen Blood Drop Symbol Face/Low/High Symbol Test Strip Symbol Measuring Modes Low Battery Symbol Date Test Result Control Solution Mode Measurement Unit Memory Symbol Reminder Alarm Error Message Day Average Ketone Warning Time... -
Page 11: Test Strip
Test Strip Absorbent Hole Apply a drop of blood here. The blood will be Confirmation Window automatically absorbed. This is where you confirm if enough blood has been applied to the absorbent hole in the strip. Test Strip Handle Hold this part to insert the test strip Contact Bars into the slot. -
Page 12: Setting The Meter
Setting the Meter Before using your meter for the first time or if you change the meter battery, you should check and update these settings. Make sure you complete the steps below and have your desired settings saved. Entering the Setting Mode Start with the meter off (no test strip inserted). - Page 13 3. Setting the time With the hour flashing, press M until the correct hour appears. Press SET. With the minute flashing, press M until the correct minute appears. Press SET. 4. Setting the unit of measurement Press M to switch between mg/dL and mmol/L.
- Page 14 Press M to select “On”, then press SET to set the hour. When the hour is flashing, press M to add an hour. Press SET to confirm and go to minutes, press M to add one minute. Hold M longer to add faster.
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Page 15: The Four Measuring Modes
THE FOUR MEASURING MODES The meter provides you with four modes for measuring, General, AC, PC and QC. MODES USE WHEN General any time of day without regard to time since last (displays as “Gen”) meal no food intake for at least 8 hours 2 hours after a meal testing with the control solution You can switch between each mode as follows:... -
Page 16: Control Solution Testing
Control Solution Testing Our Control Solution contains a known amount of glucose that reacts with test strips and is used to ensure your meter and test strips are working together correctly. Test strips, control solutions, or sterile lancets may not be included in the kit (please check the contents on your product box). - Page 17 2. Press M to mark this test as a control solution test With “ ” displayed, the meter will store your test result in memory under “ ”. If you press M again, the “ ” will disappear and this test is no longer a control solution test.
- Page 18 4. Read and compare the result After counting down to 0, the control solution test result will appear on the display. Compare this result with the range printed on the test strip vial and it should fall within this range. If not, please read the instructions again and repeat 109~165 the control solution test.
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Page 19: Testing With Blood Sample
TESTING WITH BLOOD SAMPLE WARNING: To reduce the chance of infection: • Never share a lancet or the lancing device. • Always use a new, sterile lancet. Lancets are for single use only. • Avoid getting hand lotion, oils, dirt, or debris in or on the lancets and the lancing device. -
Page 20: Performing A Blood Glucose Test
● Fingertip testing Press the lancing device’s tip firmly against the lower side of your fingertip. Press the release button to prick your finger, then a click indicates that the puncture is complete. NOTE: • Choose a different spot each time you test. Repeated punctures at the same spot may cause soreness and calluses. - Page 21 3. Obtaining a blood sample Use the pre-set lancing device to puncture the desired site. Wipe off the first appeared drop of blood with a clean cotton swab. The size of the drop should be at least as big as (actual size), which is 0.5 microliter (μL) of volume.
- Page 22 5. Read your result The result of your blood glucose test will appear after the meter counts down to 0. The blood glucose result will be stored in the memory automatically. (92 mg/dL = 5.1mmol/L) 6. Eject the used test strip Eject the test strip by pushing the eject button on the side.
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Page 23: Meter Memory
METER MEMORY The meter stores the 450 most recent blood glucose test results along with respective dates and times in its memory. To enter the meter memory, start with the meter switched off. Reviewing Test Results 1. Press and release M “... -
Page 24: Reviewing Blood Glucose Day Average Results
Reviewing Blood Glucose Day Average Results 1. Press and release M When “ ” appears on the display, keep pressing M for 3 seconds until the flashing “ ” appears. Release M and then your 7-day average result measured in general mode will appear on the display. - Page 25 Downloading Results Data Transmission Via Cable (TD-4286 only) You can use the meter with an interface cable and the health care software to view test results on your personal computer. To learn more about the health care software or to obtain an interface cable separately, please contact local customer services or the place of purchase for assistance.
- Page 26 ► Pairing with your mobile device 1. Under the one of the three conditions below, the Bluetooth indicator will turn to flash which means that the Bluetooth of meter is turned on automatically. (a) Start with the meter switched off. Insert a test strip to turn on the meter, the screen will display a flashing blood drop.
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Page 27: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE Battery Your meter comes with one 1.5V AAA size alkaline battery. Low Battery Signal The meter will display one of the messages below to alert you when the meter power is getting low. The “ ” appears with E-b, Error and low: The power is not enough to do a test. -
Page 28: Caring For Your Meter
• As with all small batteries, these batteries should be kept away from children. If swallowed, promptly seek medical assistance. • Battery might leak chemicals if unused for a long time. Remove the battery if you are not going to use the device for an extended period (i.e., 3 months or more). -
Page 29: Important Control Solution Information
● Store test strip packages in a cool dry place. Keep away from direct sunlight and heat. ● After removing a test strip from the vial, immediately close the vial cap tightly. ● Touch the test strip with clean and dry hands. ●... -
Page 30: System Troubleshooting
SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING If you follow the recommended action but the problem persists, or error messages other than the ones below appear, please call your local customer service. Do not attempt to repair yourself and never try to disassemble the meter under any circumstances. Result Readings MESSAGE WHAT IT MEANS... -
Page 31: Error Messages
Error Messages MESSAGE WHAT IT MEANS WHAT TO DO Appears when the battery Replace the battery immediately. cannot provide enough power for a test. Appears when a used test Repeat with a new test strip. strip is inserted Appears when test strip is Re-test with a new test strip. -
Page 32: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting 1. If the meter does not display a message after inserting a test strip: POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO Battery exhausted. Replace the battery. Test strip inserted upside down or Insert the test strip with contact incompletely. bars end first and facing up. Defective meter or test strips. -
Page 33: Detailed Information
DETAILED INFORMATION The meter provides you with plasma equivalent results. Time of day Normal plasma glucose range for people without diabetes (mg/dL) Fasting and before meal < 100 mg/dL (5.6 mmol/L) 2 hours after meals < 140 mg/dL (7.8 mmol/L) Source: American Diabetes Association (2014). -
Page 34: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Model No.: equinox EQ-TD-4286 Dimension & Weight: 88 x 52 x 14 mm, 49 g Power Source: one 1.5V AAA alkaline battery Display: LCD Memory: 450 measurement results with respective date and time External Output: RS232 (TD-4286 only) Bluetooth (TD-4286B only) - Page 37 EQ-TD-4286 Equinox Overseas Private Limited FA-308, Ground Floor, Mansarovar Garden New Delhi- 110015, India info@equinox-india.com www.equinox-india.com TaiDoc Technology Corporation Wugu Factory B1-7F, No. 127, Wugong 2nd Rd., For self-testing Wugu Dist., 24888 New Taipei City, Taiwan 0123 www.taidoc.com...