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D40 DUO ultima Blood Glucose Plus Blood Pressure Monitoring System / System zur Überwachung von Blutzucker und Blutdruck / Système de Contrôle de la Glycémie et de la Pression Artérielle / Sistema di Controllo della Glicemia e della Pressione Sanguigna Owner’s Manual / Bedienungsanleitung /...
Safety Information Read the following Safety Information thoroughly before using the device. • Use this device ONLY for the intended use described in this manual. • Do NOT use accessories which are not specified by the manufacturer. • Do NOT use the device if it is not working properly or damaged. •...
healthcare professional. • We do not recommend using this product on severely hypotensive individuals or patients in shock. Please consult the healthcare professional before use. • The measurement unit used for indicating the concentration of blood or plasma glucose can have mg/dL or mmol/L.
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Pressure Cuff Item Description Test Slot Insert test strip here to turn the device on for testing. Display Screen • During power off: Display the date and time. • During power on: Display the selected setting or test result. RF Button Press to activate the wireless data transmission.
Pressure Cuff Measure blood pressure. Air Tube Inflate the pressure cuff. Air Plug Connect to air jack. Screen Display Item No. Item Date Unit for Blood Pressure Systolic Pressure Symbol Memory Mode Symbol Measurement Mode Battery Symbol Systolic Pressure Value Result Indicator Diastolic Pressure Symbol Day Average Result...
Getting Started Initial Setup Before using the device for the first time or after you changed the batteries, do the following initial setup: Step 1: Enter the Setting Mode Press and hold until the display turns on. Step 2: Configuring the Settings (Date, Time, Time Format, Auto-send and Memory Deletion) Press repeatedly to adjust the value or enable/disable the setting.
Note: • During memory deletion, do the following: ✓ To keep all saved results, press to keep the saved result. ✓ To delete all results, press twice to delete all memory. • If the device is idle for 3 minutes during the setting mode, it will turn off automatically. Testing Your Blood Pressure Fitting the Cuff Pressure Cuff...
Proper Measurement Position 1. Sit down for at least 10 minutes before measuring. 2. Place your elbow on a flat surface. Relax your hand with the palm facing up. 3. Make sure the cuff is about the same height as the location of your heart.
Control Solution Testing FORA Control Solution contains a known amount of glucose that reacts with test strips and is used to ensure your device and test strips are working together correctly. Do a control solution test when: ✓...
Testing Your Blood Glucose Test Strip Appearance Absorbent Hole Apply a drop of blood here. Confirmation Window An area where you confirm if enough blood has been applied to the absorbent hole in the strip. Test Strip Handle Hold this part to insert the test strip into the slot.
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Alternative site testing (AST) is when individuals check their blood glucose levels using other areas of the body other than the fingertips. The FORA test strips allow AST to be performed on sites other than the fingertips. Please consult your health care professional before you begin AST.
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Do NOT rely on test results at an alternative sampling site, but use samples taken from the fingertip, if any of the following applies: • You think your blood sugar is low. • You are not aware of symptoms when you become hypoglycemic. •...
4. Apply the blood sample. Hold the blood drop to touch the absorbent hole of the test strip. Blood will be drawn in and after the confirmation window is completely filled, the device begins counting down. 5. Read your result. The result of your blood glucose test will appear after the device counts down to 0.
Data Transmission Via Bluetooth (For FORA D40b only) You can use your device with an iOS (5.0.1 or higher) Android system (4.3 API Level 18 or higher) or PC (Windows 8 or higher) to download data from your FORA D40b via Bluetooth.
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• Make sure your device with iOS or Android system has turned on its Bluetooth before transmitting the data and the meter is within the receiving range. 3. Data transmission via 3G/4G (For FORA D40g only) Before initiating 3G/4G transmission, insert the SIM card at the bottom of the device battery compartment to transmit data.
If you receive poor signal quality, take the device to a spot with a better reception and try again. Keep away from microwave or other devices that may interrupt the signal. Maintenance Changing Battery (For FORA D40b only) When the battery is low, the “ “ icon shown on the display starts blinking and the power indicator lights up in red.
2. Plug AC adapter power plug into an electrical outlet. CAUTION! • For FORA D40g, the Li-ion battery must be recharged with the FORA D40g monitor by connecting AC adapter to an electrical outlet. Only this 3.7V rechargeable Li-ion battery (battery pack Model No.: S14500 1S4P) can be recharged with FORA D40 by the connection of AC...
• Write the opening date on the strip vial label when you first opened it. Discard remaining test strips after 3 months. • Do not use test strips beyond the expiry date. This may cause inaccurate results. • Do not bend, cut, or alter a test strip in any way. •...
Symbol Information Symbol Referent Symbol Referent For in vitro diagnostic use Do not reuse Read instructions before use Type BF equipment Use by/ Expiry date Temperature limitation Batch code Humidity limitation Serial number Manufacturer IP21 Ingress protection rating Caution Dispose of or recycle the Authorised representative in electrical wastes according to the European Union...
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(50°F to 104°F). Repeat the test after the temperature is outside the device and test strip have reached the system’s operational range. above temperature. Error Message of FORA D40g 3G/4G Transmission Error Number Error No. Cause What To Do Unable to connect to the Please start over and try again.
Blood Glucose Measurement Symptom Cause What To Do Test strip inserted upside Insert the test strip with contact The device does not down or incompletely. bars end first and facing up. display a message after inserting a test strip. Defective device or test strips. Please contact customer service.
Specifications System performance Four 1.5V AA alkaline batteries or one 3.7V rechargeable Power Source Li-ion battery Device Dimensions (w/o cuff ) 147 (L) x 105 mm (W) x 80 mm (H), 500g with batteries Memory Maximum 864 memory records Automatic power off if system idle for 3 minutes (normal Power Saving mode) or 5 minutes (RF mode).
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The FORA D40 is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment (for home healthcare and professional healthcare) specified below. The customer or the user of the FORA D40 should assure that it is used in the environment specified below. Electromagnetic environment-guidance (for...
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RF transmitters, an electromagnetic site survey should be considered. If the measured field strength in the location in which the FORA D40 is used exceeds the applicable RF compliance level above, the FORA D40 should be observed to verify normal operation.
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Manufacturer’s declaration-electromagnetic immunity Test specifications for ENCLOSURE PORT IMMUNITY to RF wireless communications equipment The FORA D40 is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment (for home healthcare and professional healthcare) specified below. Compliance Test Maximum IMMUNITY Band Distance LEVEL (V/m)
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Sistema di Controllo della Glicemia e della Pressione Sanguigna/ ForaCare Suisse AG Neugasse 55, CH9000, St. Gallen, Switzerland MedNet EC-REP GmbH Borkstraβe 10, FORA D40b / FORA D40g 48163 Mϋnster, Germany For self-tesing / Für Selbsttests / 0123 Pour auto-mesure / Per auto-Test Ver.2 311-3261000-051...
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