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Dexcom G6 Start Here Manual
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Dexcom G6 Start Here Manual

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  • Page 1 START HERE Set up...
  • Page 2 (inside) • Sensor gets glucose information Transmitter • Sends glucose information from sensor to display device All graphics are representational. Your product may look different. Review the Safety Statement in Using Your G6, Appendix E before using your G6.

  • Page 3: What It Does

    Choose App, Receiver, or Both The receiver is a dedicated medical device. Your smart device isn’t, even though you can run the G6 app on it. Why? Because the app could miss an alarm/alert just because it’s on a smart device –...

  • Page 5: Set Up App

    Your smart device Applicator with Transmitter Built-in Sensor Set Up App...
  • Page 6 Step 1: Set Up App Download and open the Dexcom app Follow onscreen setup instructions When prompted, enter your: • Sensor code from the sensor applicator No sensor code? See Using Your G6, Appendix A Troubleshooting...
  • Page 7 Serial Number (SN) from: Transmitter box Back of transmitter After you enter your SN, your G6 searches for the transmitter. While it’s searching, you won’t get G6 readings or alarm/alerts. See the blue sensor warmup timer? That means your sensor is getting used to your body.
  • Page 8 G6. App Safety • If the smart device or G6 app closes or isn’t working, you won’t get readings or alarm/alerts. Occasionally check that the G6 app is open and Bluetooth is on. Smart Device Safety •...
  • Page 9 • Don’t use a hacked (jailbroken or rooted) smart device because G6 may not work correctly on it. • Apple: If smart device is on silent/Do Not Disturb you won’t get the Signal Loss Alert. • Android: If smart device sound is on most restrictive setting no alarm/alerts sound.

  • Page 11: Set Up Receiver

    Receiver Applicator with Transmitter Built-in Sensor Set Up Receiver...
  • Page 12 Take receiver out of box Turn on receiver Press and hold power button for 2-3 seconds Follow onscreen instructions When prompted, enter your: • Sensor code from the sensor applicator you will insert No sensor code? See Using Your G6, Appendix A Troubleshooting...
  • Page 13 Serial Number (SN) from: Transmitter box Back of transmitter After you enter your SN, your G6 searches for the transmitter. While it’s searching, you won’t get G6 readings or alarm/alerts. You’re done with this step when you see this screen: Insert &...
  • Page 14 Step 2: Use Applicator to Insert Built-in Sensor Take applicator with built-in sensor out of sensor box Gather materials: applicator (with code you just entered), transmitter, and wipes. Pick sensor site 18 years and older 2-17 years Look for a place on your belly or upper buttocks where you have some padding. Avoid bones, irritated skin, tattoos, and areas that get bumped.
  • Page 15 Place applicator on skin. Fold and break off safety guard. Press button to insert sensor. Remove applicator from skin leaving patch and holder on. Throw away applicator. Follow local guidelines for blood-contacting components.

  • Page 16: Step 3: Attach Transmitter

    Step 3: Attach Transmitter Take transmitter out of box Snap in transmitter Clean transmitter with alcohol Insert transmitter, tab first, wipe. into holder. Slot Snap in transmitter. It clicks Rub around patch 3 times. into place. Make sure it is flat and snug in holder.
  • Page 17 • Always keep receiver within 20 feet of transmitter Tap Start Sensor to begin 2-hour warmup During warmup you won’t get G6 readings or alarm/alerts Start Sensor Wait 2 hours • When complete, tap Next to go to home screen • Now you get G6 readings and alarm/alerts...
  • Page 18 Step 5: See Using Your G6 Learn how to: • Read your home screen • Use alarm and alerts Using Your G6 • Welcome • Home Screen Overview • Make treatment decisions • Alarm and Alerts • Treatment Decisions • Ending Your Sensor Session •...
  • Page 19 Dexcom, Dexcom G4, Dexcom G5, Dexcom G6, Dexcom Share, Share, Dexcom Follow, Dexcom CARE, and Dexcom CLARITY are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Dexcom, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. Bluetooth is a registered trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Apple is a registered trademark owned by Apple Inc.
  • Page 20 Dexcom, Inc. 6340 Sequence Drive San Diego, CA 92121 USA Phone: 1.858.200.0200 Tech Support: 1.888.738.3646 Web: dexcom.com LBL015751 Rev 005 MT24964...