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  • Page 1 GTel Multi-Functional Monitoring System Owner’s Manual Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 3 ß-ketone, total cholesterol and uric acid levels can help you and your doctor gain better control of your diabetes. Due to its compact size and easy operation, you can use FORA 6 GTel Multi- Functional Monitoring System to easily monitor your blood glucose, , hematocrit, hemoglobin, ß-ketone, total cholesterol and uric acid...
  • Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 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. 4.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS BEFORE YOU BEGIN ................2  Important Information..............2  Meter Overview ................3  Contents of System ..............4  Display Screen................5  Test Strip ..................5  SETTING THE METER ................6  THE MEASURING MODES ..............8  Before Testing ..................8  Calibration ..................
  • Page 6 Result Readings ................. 22  Error Messages ................22  Troubleshooting ................24  DETAILED INFORMATION ..............25  SYMBOL INFORMATION ..............26    SPECIFICATIONS ................. 27...

  • Page 9: 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 testing results are lower or higher than usual, and you do not have any symptoms of illness, first repeat the test.

  • Page 10: Meter Overview

    Meter Overview Test Slot with Strip Indication Display Screen ○ ○ Light Test Strip Ejector ○ Insert test strip here to enter Eject the used strip by pushing measuring mode. up this button Power Button ○ Battery Compartment ○ Power On / Off the meter. Panic Button ○...

  • Page 11: Contents Of System

    Contents of System Your new FORA 6 GTel system kit includes: Meter Owner’s Manual Carrying Case Warranty Card Test Strips Logbook 3.7 x Li-Ion Reachable Battery Code Cards...

  • Page 12: Display Screen

    Test results might be wrong if the contact bar is not fully inserted into the test slot. NOTE: FORA 6 GTel monitor should only be used with FORA 6 Test Strips.  Using other test strips with this meter can produce inaccurate results.

  • Page 13: 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. Entering the Setting Mode (a) Power on the meter (no test strip inserted). Tap Setting on the Main Page.
  • Page 14 Setting the measuring unit  Tap Unit on the Setting page to set the measuring unit to mg/dL or mmol/L. Setting the flight mode  Tap Flight mode on the Setting page to switch ON/OFF flight mode. Setting the upload mode ...

  • Page 15: The Measuring Modes

    Tap OK. Congratulations! You have completed all settings! NOTE:  These parameters can ONLY be changed in the setting mode.  If the meter is idle for 3 minutes during the setting mode, it will switch off automatically. THE MEASURING MODES The meter provides you with four modes, GEN (General) / Before Meal (AC) / After Meal (PC) / QC, for measuring blood glucose;...

  • Page 16: Checking The Code Number

    Make sure the code number on display, code strip, and test strip vial are the same. The code strip should be within the expiry date; otherwise, an error message may appear. 2. Remove the code card, the display will show “OK”. This tells you that the meter has finished coding and is ready for the β-ketone/ total cholesterol/ uric acid testing.

  • Page 17: Quality Control Testing

    QUALITY CONTROL TESTING When Should the Control Solution Test be Performed?  if it is mandatory following the local regulations in your country,  if you suspect the meter or test strips are not working properly,  if your test results are not consistent with how you feel, or if you think the results are not accurate, ...
  • Page 18 NOTE:  To avoid contaminating the control solution, do not directly apply control solution onto a strip. 3. 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.

  • 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 Test

    NOTE:  Alcohol swabs with 70% alcohol can be purchased in pharmacy.  Choose a different spot each time you test. Repeated punctures at the same spot may cause soreness and calluses.  It is recommended that you discard the first drop of blood as it might contain tissue fluid, which may affect the test result.
  • Page 21 to start a new test.  The confirmation window should be filled with blood before the meter begins to count down. NEVER try to add more blood to the test strip after the drop of blood has moved away. Discard the used test strip and retest with a new one.

  • Page 22: Meter Memory

    METER MEMORY The meter stores the 1000 most recent test results along with respective dates and times in its memory. To enter the meter memory, tap the Memory icon on the Main Page. Reviewing Test Results 1. Tap Memory icon on the Main Page The first reading you see is the last test result along with date, time and the measuring mode.

  • Page 23: Uploading Results To A Server

    UPLOADING RESULTS TO A SERVER Data Transmission via 3G The meter will upload testing results periodically and automatically to a central server. To learn more about the data transmission through 3 G, please contact the customer service or place of purchase for assistance.

  • Page 24: Stay Safe With The Panic Button

    STAY SAFE WITH THE PANIC BUTTON The meter is equipped with a Panic Button. For emergencies, press the Panic Button at the backside of the meter. The meter will atomically send alters (text message) to preset emergency contacts in case of a crisis. For more information about the Panic Button, please contact the customer service or place of purchase for assistance.

  • Page 25: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Battery Your meter comes with one battery. 3.7V Li-Ion rechargeable Low Battery Signal The meter will display one of the messages below to alert you when the meter power is getting low. 1. The “ ” appears with message “Bat not enough”: The meter is functional and the result remains accurate, but the power is not enough to upload data.

  • Page 26: Caring For Your Meter

    batteries if you are not going to use the device for an extended period (i.e., 3 months or more).  Properly dispose of the batteries according to your local environmental regulations. Caring for Your Meter Cleaning 1. To clean the meter exterior, wipe it with a cloth moistened with tap water or an alcohol swab with 70% alcohol, then dry the device with a soft dry cloth.

  • Page 27: Cleaning Your Lancing Device

    to 86 F) and below 85% relative humidity for ß-ketone, total cholesterol and uric acid test strips Do NOT freeze. Store your test strips in their original vial only. Do not transfer to  another container. Store test strip packages in a cool dry place. Keep away from direct ...

  • Page 28: Important Control Solution Information

    The lancing device should be cleaned after each use. Important Control Solution Information Use only our control solutions with your meter.  Do not use the control solution beyond the expiration date or 3  months after first opening. Write the opening date on the control solution vial and discard the remaining solution after 3 months.

  • Page 29: System Troubleshooting

    SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING If you follow the recommended action but the problem persists, please contact the customer service. Result Readings MESSAGE WHAT IT MEANS Reading is lower than the measurement range (yellow background) Number Reading is low (yellow background) Number Reading is normal (green background) Number Reading is high...
  • Page 30 (10°C to 40°C). Repeat the test after the meter and test strip are in the above temperature range. BGM no ack Reboot the meter. If the meter still does not BGM info error work, please contact the customer service for assistance.

  • Page 31: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting 1. If the meter does not display a message after inserting a test strip: POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO Batteries exhausted. Replace the batteries. Test strip inserted upside down or Insert the test strip with contact bars incompletely. end first and facing up. Defective meter or test strips.

  • Page 32: Detailed Information

    DETAILED INFORMATION The meter provides you with plasma equivalent results. Desirable ranges: Normal plasma Fasting and < 100 mg/dL (5.6 mmol/L) glucose range for before meal people without 2 hours < 140 mg/dL (7.8 mmol/L) diabetes after meals Total cholesterol <...
  • Page 33 The β-Ketone test measures Beta-Hydroxybutyrate (ß -OHB), the most important of the three β-Ketone bodies in the blood. Normally, levels of ß –OHB are expected to be less than 0.6 mmol/L. ß -OHB levels may increase if a person fasts, exercises vigorously or has diabetes and becomes ill.

  • Page 34: Symbol Information

    SYMBOL INFORMATION SYMBOL REFERENT SYMBOL REFERENT Caution, consult In vitro diagnostic accompanying medical device documents Consult instructions Humidity Limitation for use Collection for Temperature limitation electrical and electronic equipment Use by CE mark Batch code Manufacturer Serial number...

  • Page 35: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Model No.: GD84 Dimension & Weight: 98 (L) x 55 (W) x 15.5 (H) mm, 63.2 g (without battery) Power Source: One 3.7V Li-Ion rechargeable battery Display: LCD Memory: 400 measurement results with respective date and time External Output: 3G Auto sample loading detection Auto electrode insertion detection Auto reaction time count-down...
  • Page 36 ß-ketone: 0.1 to 8.0 mmol/L Total cholesterol: 100 to 400 mg/dL (2.6 to 10.4 mmol/L) Uric acid: mg/dL: 3 to 20 mg/dL (0.179 to 1.190 mmol/L) Expected service life: 5 years This device has been tested to meet the electrical and safety requirements of: IEC/EN 61010-1, IEC/EN 61010-2-101, EN 61326-1, IEC/EN 61326-2-6.
  • Page 37 GTel Multi-Functional Monitoring System For self-testing ForaCare Suisse AG GD84 Neugasse 55, CH9000, St. Gallen, Switzerland www.foracare.ch 0123...

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