Accu-Chek Guide User Manual page 48

7
Meter Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Cleaning and Disinfecting the
Meter
Keep the meter free of dust. If you need to
clean or disinfect it, follow these guidelines
carefully to help you get the best
performance possible.
w WARNING
• If the meter is being operated by a
second person who is providing
testing assistance to the user, the
meter should be disinfected prior
to use by the second person.
• Do not clean or disinfect the meter
while performing a blood glucose
test or control test.
• Do not allow liquid to enter any
openings in the meter.
• Do not spray a cleaning solution
directly onto the meter.
• Do not immerse the meter in liquid.
When to clean or disinfect the
meter:
• Clean the meter to remove visible dirt or
other material.
• Disinfect the meter between each patient
use.
What to clean or disinfect:
• The area around slots and openings
• The meter display
• The entire meter surface
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Make sure the meter is turned off.
Gently wipe the meter surface with a soft
cloth slightly dampened (wring out any
excess liquid) with one of these
solutions:
To clean the meter
Mild dishwashing liquid mixed with
water
To disinfect the meter
70 % isopropyl alcohol
Note: Make sure the meter surface stays
wet for at least 2 minutes.
2
Dry the meter thoroughly with a soft
cloth.
Error Messages
w WARNING
• Never make therapy decisions
based on an error message.
• If you have any concerns or see
any other error message, contact
Roche.
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