CoaguSense Coag-Sense Prothrombin Time PT/INR Self-Test User's Manual page 43

Meter Display
BAR CODE
READ
FAILURE
HEATER
PROBLEM
CoaguSense, Inc.
Possible Cause
The strip was inserted
at an incorrect angle or
speed.
There may be a
problem with the bar
code on the strip or
with the meter.
The meter is in direct
sunlight or near a high-
intensity light source.
The meter is too warm
or too cold, or there
may be a problem with
the meter.
For In Vitro Diagnostic Use
Troubleshooting
Solution
Take the strip out and
reinsert holding the
back of the instrument
steady with one hand
while inserting the strip
completely with the
other hand. Insert the
strip using a quick
smooth motion.
Move the meter indoors
into room lighting or
away from light source.
If error persists try again
with another strip. If the
message displays
again, contact Tech
Support.
Move the meter to a
place that is within the
operating temperature
range of the meter
(55ºF to 95ºF, 13ºC to
35ºC) and allow meter
time to adjust to correct
temperature. Repeat
testing.
Turn meter off then on
again.
Try again with another
strip.
If the display persists
contact Tech Support.
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