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Blood Glucose Plus ß-Ketone
Monitoring System
Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 LS-946N Blood Glucose Plus ß-Ketone Monitoring System Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 3 Version 1.0 2017/01 311-4279400-001 Dear LifeSmart 2 LS-946 System Owner: Thank you for purchasing the LS-946 Blood Glucose Plus ß-Ketone Monitoring System. This manual provides important information to help you to use the system properly. Before using this product, please read the following contents thoroughly and carefully.
  • Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFTY INSTRUCTIONS 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 Meter Overview Display Screen Test Strip SETTING THE METER THE THREE MEASURING MODES QUALITY CONTROL TESTING Calibration How to Code Your Meter (for β-Ketone Test) Checking the Code Number Performing a Control Solution Test TESTING WITH BLOOD SAMPLE Preparing the Lancing Device for Blood Testing Preparing the Puncture Site...
  • Page 6 SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING Result Readings Error Messages Troubleshooting DETAILED INFORMATION SYMBOL INFORMATION SPECIFICATIONS...

  • 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 blood glucose or β-ketone 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 Left Side Front Right Side Back Test Strip Slot Insert test strip here to turn the meter on for testing. Bluetooth Indication Light Display Screen Main Button (M) Enter the meter memory and silence a reminder alarm. Test Strip Ejector Eject the used strip by pushing up this button.

  • Page 11: Display Screen

    Display Screen Ketone Symbol / Ketone Warning Test Strip Symbol Glucose Level / Ketone Level Blood Drop Symbol Code Error Warning Low Battery Symbol Glucose Symbol Alarm reminder Day Average 12 11 Memory Symbol Time / Date HCT Level Glucose / Ketone Measurement Unit Measurement Modes Gen –...

  • Page 12: 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) Start with the meter off (no test strip inserted). Press S (Small Orange button Beside Batteries).

  • Page 13: The Three Measuring Modes

    With the hour/minute flashing in sequence, press M to select the correct hour/minute. Press S and go to the next alarm setting. NOTICE: When the alarm beeps, press M to switch it off. Otherwise, it will beep for 2 minutes then switch off. 7.

  • Page 14: Quality Control Testing

    QUALITY CONTROL TESTING Calibration You must calibrate the meter every time you begin to use a new vial of β-Ketone test strips by setting the meter with the correct code. Test results may be inaccurate if the code number displayed on the monitor does not match the number printed on the strip vial.
  • Page 15 WARNING: • It is important to make sure that the LCD displayed code is the same as the code on your test strip vial before testing. Failure to do so will get inaccurate results. • The code number for β-Ketone strip is three-digits; please ensure you are using the correct strips for the test.

  • Page 16: Performing A Control Solution Test

    Performing a Control Solution Test To perform a control solution test, you will need: (d), (e) and (f). 1. Insert the test strip to turn on your meter Wait for the meter to display “ ” and “ ”. 2. Apply control solution (i) Shake the control solution vial thoroughly before use.

  • Page 17: Testing With Blood Sample

    TESTING WITH BLOOD SAMPLE WARNING: To reduce the chance of infection: • Never share a lancet of 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 18: Performing A Blood Glucose Or Β-Ketone Test

    ● Fingertip testing (j) Press the lancing device’s tip firmly against the lower side of your fingertip. Press the release button to prick your finger; a click indicates that the puncture is complete. ● Blood from site other than the fingertip (o) (for β-ketone test) Replace the lancing device cap with the clear cap for AST.
  • Page 19 4. Apply the sample (l) Gently apply the drop of blood to the absorbent hole of the test strip at a tilted angle. Confirmation window should be completely filled if enough blood sample has been applied. Do NOT remove your finger until you hear a beep sound.

  • Page 20: Alternative Site Testing (For Β-Ketone Test)

    Alternative Site Testing (for β-Ketone Test) In addition to using your fingertips, you can test on your palms. Important: There are limitations with AST (Alternative Site Testing). Please consult your health care professional before you perform AST. Suggested Test Areas for the Hand When to use AST? Food, medication, illness, stress and exercise can affect ketone...

  • Page 21: Meter Memory

    METER MEMORY This meter stores the 1000 most recent blood glucose test results along with respective HCT values, dates and times or β-ketone 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.

  • Page 22: Downloading Results Ontoa Computer

    1. Obtaining the required cable and installing the software To download Healthcare Software System, please visit LifeSmart’s website: mylifesmart.net.au. 2. Connecting to a personal computer Connect the strip port cable to a cable port on your computer. With the meter switched off, connect the other end of the strip port cable to the meter data port.

  • Page 23: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Battery 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 along with display messages: The meter is functional and the result remains accurate, but it is time to change the batteries.

  • Page 24: Caring For Your Meter

    Caring for Your Meter Cleaning ● To clean the meter exterior, wipe it with a disinfecting wipe (Example:Micro-Kill Plus™) to clean exposed surfaces thoroughly and remove any visible dirt, blood or any other body fluid with the wipe. Then dry the device with a soft, dry and clean cloth. Do NOT rinse the meter with water.

  • Page 25: Important Control Solution Information

    ● After removing a glucose test strip from its vial, immediately close the vial cap tightly. ● Touch the glucose and ketone test strips with clean and dry hands. ● Use each test strip immediately after removing it from the vial. ●...

  • Page 26: System Troubleshooting

    SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING If you follow the recommended action but the problem persists, please call your local customer service. Result Readings (for glucose test) MESSAGE WHAT IT MEANS < 0.5 mmol/L (10 mg/dL) ≥ 13.3 mmol/L (240 mg/dL) > 38.9 mmol/L (3700 mg/dL) Result Readings (for β-ketone test) MESSAGE WHAT IT MEANS...

  • Page 27: Error Messages

    Error Messages MESSAGE WHAT IT MEANS WHAT TO DO Replace the batteries Appears when the batteries are too low. immediately. Check if the code numbers on the display and the strip vial/ Appears when the wrong code strip is foil packet are the same. If the inserted or other coding problem persists, please contact errors.

  • Page 28: 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. Please contact customer services.

  • Page 29: Detailed Information

    DETAILED INFORMATION The meter provides you with plasma equivalent results. 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...

  • Page 30: Symbol Information

    SYMBOL INFORMATION SYMBOL REFERENT SYMBOL REFERENT In vitro diagnostic medical Manufacturer device Consult instructions for Serial number Authorised representative Temperature limitation in the European EC REP Community Use by Caution, consult accompanying documents Batch code Collection for electrical Humidity limitation and electronic equipment CE mark...

  • Page 31: Specifications

    NOTE SPECIFICATIONS Model No.: LS-946 Dimension & Weight: 96 (L) x 61 (W) x 26 (H) mm, 67.2 g Power Source: Two 1.5V AAA alkaline batteries Display: LCD Memory: 1000 measurement results with respective date and time External Output: Bluetooth Auto electrode insertion detection Auto sample loading detection Auto reaction time count-down...
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  • Page 36 Distributed in Australia & New Zealand by: Genesis Biotech Pty Ltd., QLD, Australia Lifesmart™ is a registered trademark of Genesis Biotech Pty Ltd. www.mylifesmart.net.au Made in Taiwan For self-testing MedNet GmbH Borkstraβe 10, 48163 Münster, Germany...

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