Fora Diamond GD50 Manual
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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.
• This device does NOT serve as a cure for any symptoms or
diseases. The data measured is for reference only. Always
consult your doctor to have the results interpreted.
• The blood glucose test strip can NOT be used for the
testing of newborns.
• Before using this device to test blood glucose, read all
instructions thoroughly and practice the test. Carry out all
the quality control checks as directed.
• Keep the device and testing supplies away from young
children. Small items such as the battery cover, batteries,
test strips, lancets and vial caps are choking hazards.
• The use of this instrument in a dry environment, especially
if synthetic materials are present (synthetic clothing,
carpets etc.) may cause damaging static discharges that
may cause erroneous results.
• Do NOT use this instrument in close proximity to sources
of strong electromagnetic radiation, as these may interfere
with the correct operation.
• Proper maintenance as well as timely calibration of the
device together with the control solution is essential in
ensuring the longevity of your device. If you are concerned
about the accuracy of the measurement, please contact
the place of purchase or customer service representative
for assistance.
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN A SAFE PLACE
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 symptoms of illness, first repeat the
test. If you have symptoms or continue to get results higher
or lower than usual, follow the treatment advice of your
healthcare professional.
• Use only fresh whole blood sample to test your blood
glucose. Using other substances will lead to incorrect
results.
• If you are experiencing symptoms that are inconsistent
with your blood glucose test results and you have followed
all instructions described in this owner's manual, call your
healthcare professional.
• We do not recommend using this product on severely
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  • Page 1 Safety Information • Proper maintenance as well as timely calibration of the device together with the control solution is essential in Read the following Safety Information thoroughly before using ensuring the longevity of your device. If you are concerned the device. about the accuracy of the measurement, please contact the place of purchase or customer service representative •...
  • Page 2: Intended Use

    Introduction hypotensive individuals or patients in shock. Readings which are lower than actual values may occur for individuals experiencing a hyperglycaemic-hyperosmolar Intended Use state, with or without ketosis. Please consult the healthcare This system is intended for use outside the body (in vitro professional before use.
  • Page 3: Product Overview

    Screen Display Product Overview 1. Blood Drop Symbol 15. Test Strip Symbol 1. Test Strip Slot 9. Bluetooth Indicator (for 14. Low Battery Symbol 2. Universal Tone 2. Strip Indication Light GD50b) 3. Test Strip Ejector 13. Test Result 3. Ketone Warning 12.
  • Page 4 Note: Press MAIN repeatedly to adjust the value or enable/disable the setting. Then press SET to confirm the setting and switch • You may setup Beep On, Universal Tone On and Beep Off by press MAIN to change it. to another field. Set [Year] Set [Month] Set [Day]...
  • Page 5: Testing Your Blood Glucose

    Testing Your Blood Glucose • Always use a new, sterile lancet. Lancets are for single use only. Test Strip Appearance • Avoid getting hand lotion, oils, dirt, or debris in or on the lancets and the lancing device. Absorbent Hole Preparing the Lancing Device Apply a drop of blood Confirmation Window...
  • Page 6 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.
  • Page 7 • The results do not agree with the way you feel. Make Blood Glucose Test • After a meal. 1. Insert the test strip into the test slot of the device. Wait for • After exercise. the device to display the test strip “ “...
  • Page 8 Announcement of Test Result by Universal 4. Apply the blood sample. Tone The blood glucose results will be broken down into individual digits and each digit represents the corresponding number of beeps. The result is announced three times in succession and each time is preceded by two quick beeps.
  • Page 9: Control Solution Testing

    To perform the control solution test, do the following: Disposing Used Test Strip and Lancet 1. Insert the test strip into the test slot of the device. Wait for To remove the used test strip, simply push the Test Strip the device to display the test strip “...
  • Page 10: Reviewing Test Results

    Note: test strip to touch the drop. Once the confirmation window is filled completely, the device will begin counting down. • Do NOT test your blood. • The control solution range printed on the test strip vial or individual foil pack is for control solution use only. It is not a recommended range for your blood glucose level.
  • Page 11: Transferring Data

    Gen, AC, then PC. Transferring Data FORA Diamond GD50 offers two types of connection (either USB/RS-232 Cable or Bluetooth) to transfer results. Please check your device box for the transmission method of your device.
  • Page 12 Cable Connect the USB/RS-232 cable to a USB port on 1. Install the software (iFORA BG) to your device your computer. With the FORA Diamond GD50 switched with an iOS or Android system. off, connect the other end of the USB/RS-232 cable to 2.
  • Page 13: Maintenance

    Maintenance Changing Battery You must change the battery immediately and reset the date and time when the battery power is extremely low and “ & ” appears on the screen. The meter cannot be turned Note: This step is recommended when the user needs to pair this To change the battery, do the following: meter to a Bluetooth receiver for the first time, or when 1.
  • Page 14: Caring For Your Device

    Note: Meter Disposal • Replacing the battery does not affect the test results stored The used meter should be treated as contaminated and may in memory. carry a risk of infection during measurement. The batteries in • Keep away the battery from small children. If swallowed, this used meter should be removed and the meter should be promptly seek medical assistance.
  • Page 15: Important Control Solution Information

    Symbol Information For further information, please refer to the test strip package insert. Symbol Referent Symbol Referent Important Control Solution Information For in vitro diagnostic Do not reuse • Use only our control solutions with your device. • Do not use the control solution beyond the expiry date or Consult instructions Storage/ 3 months after first opening.
  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Error Message If you follow the recommended steps but the problem Error Cause What To Do persists, or error messages other than the ones below appear, Message please call your local customer service. Replace the battery The batteries cannot immediately and reset Do not attempt to repair the device yourself and never try to provide enough power...
  • Page 17: Blood Glucose Measurement

    Announcement of Error Message by Blood Glucose Measurement Universal Tone Symptom Cause What To Do • Hi or Lo Result: Results larger than 600 mg/dL (33.3 Replace the battery mmol/L) are represented as 999, i.e. three groups of nine Batteries immediately and reset short beeps with pauses between the groups.
  • Page 18: Specifications

    Specifications Read instructions Error in performing thoroughly and repeat the test. 450 measurement results with the test again. Memory respective date and time Control solution Shake the control Dimensions 88 (L) x 52 (W) x 16.9 (H) mm vial was poorly solution vigorously and Power Source One 1.5V AAA alkaline battery...
  • Page 19 This device has been tested to meet the electrical and safety installation, use and maintenance in accordance with requirements of: IEC/EN 61010-1, IEC/EN 61010-2-101, EN applicable written recommendations from ForaCare Suisse. 61326-1, IEC/EN 61326-2-6, EN 301 489-17, EN 300 328. The warranty furnished hereunder does not extend to damaged items purchased hereunder resulting in whole or in part from the use of components, accessories, parts or...

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