Accu-Chek Inform II Training Manual page 2

Title: CWPC_GLU_0140 Accu-Chek Inform II Training Guide
New AccuChek Inform II – Components
 Meter must be docked for recharging-and remain in Base Unit when not in use.
 Note: AccuChek Inform II meters, totes & meters are labelled as a set –
keep together.
Accu-Chek Inform II Meter
Meter Details
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Power Button
o Turn meter off after use and before returning to base.
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Touch Screen
o Only use the pad of a finger ( No pens or sharp objects)
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Test Strip Port
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Laser Bar Code Scanner (care to be taken not to flash in eyes)
o Capability - for inputting Operator and Patient ID's, QC and test strip
o No Patient ID's entered at this time.
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Infra-red contacts in the Base Unit to upload and download information
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RF Card Cover (for Wireless upgrade)-/site specific information/ NOT IN USE
Back of Meter
• Meter re-set button (for meter freeze situation, press gently with paper clip a few
seconds to re-boot) contact Point of Care Technologist first. POCT Technologist email
POCTLab@cw.bc.ca
• Obtain loaner meter from POCT laboratory in the interim.
• Re-Chargeable Battery Pack - perform QC after full discharge prior to a patient test.
• Charging Contacts (To base unit)
Accu-Chek Inform II Base Unit(BU)
Medical Approval: Dr Benjamin Jung
Version: 1.2
Folder Name: CW\Point of Care\Whole Blood Glucose
This is a controlled document for CW use only. Any printed copies are uncontrolled unless specified. Please refer to Lab QMS
PHSA Laboratories CW Site - Point of Care
lot #'s.
local 7521 or after hours contact local 7850.
 Return meter to Base Unit (BU) after each use for
best practice
 Provides automatic data transfer and battery charge.
 Connected to PC or direct network drop with the
power outlet
Base Unit Lights:
 Blue, Green & Red lights – all indicate charge.
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BarCode Scanner
Medical Approval Date: 27 Dec 2016
Implementation Date: 7/2/2019 11:55:59 PM