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Blood glucose monitoring system
GEMM ver 1.0 20170520
OWNER'S MANUAL

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  • Page 1 Blood glucose monitoring system GEMM ver 1.0 20170520 OWNER'S MANUAL...
  • Page 3 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 GlucoCheck Evolve Blood Glucose Monitoring System to easily monitor your blood glucose levels.
  • Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PLEASE 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 Important Information Intended Use Meter Overview Display Screen Test Strip SETTING THE METER THE FOUR MEASURING MODES BEFORE TESTING Control Solution Testing Performing a Control Solution Test TESTING WITH A BLOOD SAMPLE Preparing the Lancing Device for Blood Testing Preparing the Puncture Site Performing a Blood Glucose Test Alternative Site Testing...
  • Page 6: 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 7: Meter Overview

    Meter Overview BACK FRONT SIDE Display Screen Test Strip Slot Insert test strip here to switch the meter on for testing. Strip Indicator Light Light indicates the position of the test strip slot. Test Strip Ejector Eject the used test strip by sliding the button upwards. Main Button (M) Enter the meter memory and silence a reminder alarm.
  • Page 8: Display Screen

    Test results might be wrong if the contact bars are not fully inserted into the test strip slot. NOTE: • The GlucoCheck EVOLVE meter should only be used with GlucoCheck Test Strips. Using other test strips with this meter will produce inaccurate results.
  • Page 9: Setting The Meter

    SETTING THE METER Before using your meter for the first time or after changing the meter batteries, you should check and update the settings. Entering the Setting Mode Mode Start with the meter off (no test strip inserted). Open the battery compartment and press the Set Button (S).
  • Page 10 6. Setting the reminder alarm Your meter has four reminder alarms. The meter will display “OFF” and “ ”. If you don’t want to set an alarm, press S to skip this step. Or press M to select “On”, then press S. With the hour/minute flashing in sequence, press M to select the correct hour/minute.
  • Page 11: The Four Measuring Modes

    THE FOUR MEASURING MODES The meter provides you with four modes for measuring: General, AC, PC and USE WHEN MODES any time of day without regard to time since last General meal (displays as “Gen”) before a meal 2 hours after a meal testing with the control solution You can switch between each mode as follows: 1.
  • Page 12: Before Testing

    BEFORE TESTING Control Solution Testing Our Control Solution contains a known amount of glucose that reacts with test strips. By comparing the result of your control solution test with the expected range printed on the test strip vial label, you can check that the meter and test strips are working together as a system and that you are performing the test correctly.
  • Page 13 2. Press M to mark this test as a control solution test Press M until “QC” is displayed on the screen, to ensure that the test result is not stored in the meter memory. If you press M again, the “QC” will disappear and this test is no longer a control solution test.
  • Page 14 Out-of-range results: If the meter continues to display results outside the range printed on the test strip vial, the meter and/or strips may be faulty. Please contact Homemed (Pty) Ltd customer service on 0861 106 150 for assistance. NOTE: • The control solution range printed on the test strip vial is for control solution use only.
  • Page 15: Testing With A Blood Sample

    TESTING WITH A BLOOD SAMPLE Warning: To reduce the chance of infection: • Never share a lancet or lancing device. • Always use a new, sterile lancet. Lancets are for single use only. • Avoid getting hand lotion, oil, dirt or debris in or on the lancets and lancing device.
  • Page 16: Performing A Blood Glucose Test

    • Blood from sites other than the fingertip Replace the lancing device cap with the clear cap for AST. Pull the cocking control back until it clicks. When lancing the forearm, upper arm, or palm, avoid lancing areas with obvious veins to prevent excessive bleeding.
  • Page 17 3. The Four Measuring Modes For selecting the measurement mode, please refer to The Four Measuring Modes section. 4. Obtaining a blood sample Use the pre-set lancing device to puncture the desired site. Wipe off the first drop of blood that appears with a clean cotton swab. Gently squeeze the punctured area to obtain another drop of blood.
  • Page 18 6. Read Your Result The result of your blood glucose test will appear after the meter counts down to 0. The blood glucose result will automatically be stored in the meter memory. 7. Eject the used test strip Eject the test strip by sliding the eject button upwards.
  • Page 19: Alternative Site Testing

    Alternative Site Testing You can test on a variety of locations on your body. Upper Arm Forearm Suggested Test Areas for the Hand Important: There are limitations with Alternative Site Testing (AST). Please consult with your healthcare professional before you perform AST. When to use AST? Food, medication, illness, stress and exercise can affect blood glucose levels.
  • Page 20: 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 21 NOTE: Any time you wish to exit the memory, keep M pressed in for 5 seconds • or leave it without any action for 2 minutes. The meter will switch off automatically. Control solution results are NOT included in the day average. •...
  • Page 22: Downloading Results Onto A Computer

    DOWNLOADING RESULTS ONTO A COMPUTER You can use the meter with an RS232 cable and the PC Link Pro Software System to view test results on your personal computer. You can request the appropriate cable and software by sending an email to diabetes@homemed.co.za or contact us telephonically on 0861 106 150.
  • Page 23: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Batteries Your meter comes with two 1.5V AAA size alkaline batteries. Low Battery Signal The meter will display one of the messages below to alert you when the meter power is getting low. 1. The “ ” symbol appears in the top right corner of the screen: The meter is functional and the result remains accurate, but it is time to change the batteries.
  • Page 24: Caring For Your Meter

    NOTE: • Replacing the batteries does not affect the test results stored in the memory. • As with all small batteries, these batteries should be kept away from children. If swallowed, promptly seek medical assistance. • Batteries might leak chemicals if unused for a long time. Remove the batteries if you are not going to use the device for an extended period (i.e., 3 months or more).
  • Page 25: Important Control Solution Information

    Keep the strip vial away from children since the cap and the test strip may be choking hazards. If swallowed, promptly seek medical assistance. For further information, please refer to the GlucoCheck test strip package insert. Important Control Solution Information •...
  • Page 26: System Troubleshooting

    SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING If you follow the recommended action but the problem persists or error messages other than the ones below appear, please contact Homemed (Pty) Ltd customer service on 0861 106 150. Do not, under any circumstances, attempt to repair or disassemble the meter by yourself. Result Readings MESSAGE WHAT IT MEANS...
  • Page 27: Error Messages

    Error Messages MESSAGE WHAT IT MEANS ACTION Appears when the Replace the batteries batteries cannot immediately. provide enough power for a test. Appears when a Repeat with a new test strip. used test strip is inserted. Appears when System operation range is 10 °...
  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting 1. If the meter does not display a message after inserting a test strip: POSSIBLE CAUSE ACTION Batteries exhausted. Replace the batteries. 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 29 3. If the control solution test result is out of range: POSSIBLE CAUSE ACTION Error in performing the test. Read instructions thoroughly and repeat the test again. Control solution bottle was poorly Shake the control solution shaken. vigorously and repeat the test again.
  • Page 30: Detailed Information

    DETAILED INFORMATION The meter provides you with plasma equivalent results. The recommended blood glucose target values for type 2 diabetic patients are as follows: TIME OF DAY NORMAL PLASMA GLUCOSE RANGE Fasting and before meal 4.0 - 7.0 mmol/L 2 hours after meals Majority of patients: 5.0 –...
  • Page 31: Symbol Information

    SYMBOL INFORMATION SYMBOL SYMBOL REFERENT REFERENT In vitro diagnostic medical Manufacturer device CE mark Consult instructions for use Temperature limitation Humidity Limitation Collection for electrical and Use by / Expiry date electronic equipment Batch code Serial number Caution, consult accompanying documents Authorized representative in the European Community...
  • Page 32: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Model No.: TD-4125 Dimension & Weight: 97 (L) x 52 (W) x 16 (H) mm, 47.8 g Power Source: Two 1.5V AAA alkaline batteries Display: LCD Memory: 450 measurement results with respective date and time External Output: RS232 Auto electrode insertion detection Auto reaction time count-down Auto switch-off after 2 minutes without action Temperature Warning...
  • Page 33 TERMS & CONDITIONS OF WARRANTY 1. We warrant this product to be free of defects in workmanship and materials within the said warranty period on the Warranty Certificate. 2. During the warranty period, if this is found to be defective, you may bring it, together with the purchase receipt and Warranty Certificate, on a carry-in basis to our office during normal business hours for warranty service.
  • Page 36 Authorised distributor: Homemed (Pty) Ltd Co Reg 2003/022932/07 Tel: 0861 106 150 Address: 100 Sovereign Drive, Route 21 Corporate Park, Nellmapius Drive, Irene, 0157, South Africa TaiDoc Technology Corporation B1-7F, No. 127, Wugong 2nd Rd., Wugu Dist., 24888 New Taipei City, Taiwan MedNet GmbH Borkstraβe 10, 48163 Mϋnster, Germany For self-testing...

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