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Blood Glucose Meter
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  • Page 1 89115-0055-01 Blood Glucose Meter Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 2 The McKesson Quintet AC blood glucose monitoring system is intended for in vitro (outside the body) diagnostic use only. It is to be used for self-testing in the home or professional, clinical use. The testing result is calibrated to be plasma equivalent for test with fresh capillary whole blood samples from the fingertip, palm, and forearm.
  • Page 3 Preface The McKesson Quintet AC blood glucose monitoring system is manufactured for and supported by McKesson Medical-Surgical Inc. and its authorized representatives. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your McKesson Quintet AC authorized representative or call us by telephone at 800-777-4908.
  • Page 4 • Perform the quality control test regularly to make sure the test results are accurate. • The McKesson Quintet AC blood glucose meter can only be used with the McKesson Quintet AC blood glucose test strips. The use of other brands of strips is not advised and may give inaccurate results.
  • Page 5 Precaution • If the meter or test strips have been exposed to a substantial change in temperature, wait at least 30 minutes to test. • Pay attention to the environment protection policy when disposing of batteries. • Only use the meter in environmental conditions of 10°C to 40°C (50°F to 104°F) and relative humidity (RH) of 10% to 90%.
  • Page 6 Setting Up the Meter: Setting the Time, Volume, and Date................ 19 Turning On/Off the Meter .......................... 23 Turning On/Off the Backlight ........................24 Easily Handling the McKesson Quintet AC Test Strip ................25 Testing Procedure Preparing for Testing ..........................27 Performing a Test .............................
  • Page 7 Table of Contents Reviewing Test Memory Recalling Test Results and Average Test Results ..................34 Quality Control About Quality Control ..........................37 Performing a Quality Control Test ......................40 Understanding Control Test Results ......................42 Cleaning and Disinfecting Procedures ....................43 Maintaining.............................
  • Page 8 The McKesson Quintet AC Blood Glucose Meter The McKesson Quintet AC blood glucose monitoring system consists of several items. Please identify each item of the system and learn the name and function of each. The McKesson Quintet AC blood glucose monitoring system operates using the following items: 1.
  • Page 9 The McKesson Quintet AC Blood Glucose Meter Battery Cover Slide cover to Cover Release Point change batteries. Q U I N T E T A C Meter Label Q U I N T E T A C Q U I N T E T A C...
  • Page 10 The McKesson Quintet AC Meter Test Strip Port Insert test strip here until you hear a click. Display Window Show test results, messages, and relative information. Main Button ( For operating the meter, please check details in following sections. Q U I N T E T A C...
  • Page 11 The McKesson Quintet AC Meter Battery Cover Cover Slide cover to Release change batteries. Meter Battery Point Install battery. Meter Label Backlight Battery...
  • Page 12 The McKesson Quintet AC Meter...
  • Page 13 The McKesson Quintet AC Meter Indicates a test result stored in memory. Tells when to apply the blood sample. Indicates a test result, not included into Test Strip. the Average function of this meter. Indicates the average result. The strip is not compatible with the meter.
  • Page 14 The McKesson Quintet AC Test Strip The McKesson Quintet AC blood glucose meter can only be used with McKesson Quintet AC blood glucose test strips. The use of other test strips or control solutions can lead to incorrect results. Sample Entry Apply the sample of blood or control solution here.
  • Page 15 Do not expose to direct sunlight or heat. • For detailed information, please refer to the McKesson Quintet AC test strips package insert. • If the McKesson Quintet AC meter and test strips are exposed to a substantial change in temperature, please wait 30 minutes before measurement.
  • Page 16 NOTE • When the McKesson Quintet AC meter’s backlight has no function (you cannot see the backlight), please change your backlight battery. • When the backlight’s battery is running out of power, your McKesson Quintet AC blood glucose meter will still work properly but without the backlight function.
  • Page 17 2. Install both batteries at the same time. Check to make sure batteries are in the correct positions. 3. Slide the battery cover back until it snaps into place. 4. The McKesson Quintet AC blood glucose meter will enter self-testing mode. 5. Press any button to exit the self-test and enter the Setting Mode.
  • Page 18 Meter Activation and Battery Installation WARNING • Remove and immediately recycle or dispose of used batteries according to local regulations and keep away from children. Do NOT dispose of batteries in household trash or incinerate. • A swallowed button cell or coin battery can cause Internal Chemical Burns in as little as 2 hours.
  • Page 19 Setting Up the Meter: Setting the Time, Volume, and Date Entering Setting Mode The Setting Mode can be accessed by one of the two following directions: 1. Replace batteries: After removing the batteries, press the main button several times until there is no signal on the screen, then follow the battery installation steps to place the batteries.
  • Page 20 Setting Up the Meter: Setting the Time, Volume, and Date 1. Year Setting With the year format blinking, press the Left or Right button to adjust to the correct year. Press the main button to confirm and move to the month setting.
  • Page 21 Setting Up the Meter: Setting the Time, Volume, and Date 4. Time Format 12H/24H Selection With the time format blinking, press the Left or Right button to adjust to the correct time. Press the main button to confirm and move to the hour setting. 5.
  • Page 22 Setting Up the Meter: Setting the Time, Volume, and Date 7. Volume Setting With the volume blinking, press the Left or Right button to turn on or off. Press the main button to confirm the volume and end setting. 8. Ending the Settings After the unit of measurement setting, you will hear a “beep”...
  • Page 23 Turning On/Off the Meter 1. Power On Press the main button or insert one McKesson Quintet AC test strip. 2. Manual Power Off To manually power down the meter, press and hold the main button for 4 seconds. 3. Auto Power Off...
  • Page 24 Turning On/Off the Backlight 1. Backlight On Press and hold the main button for 2 seconds. 2. Auto Backlight Off If the meter backlight is idle for over 10 seconds, it will turn off automatically. 3. Manual Backlight Off To manually turn off the backlight, press and hold the main button for 4 seconds.
  • Page 25 2. Put the forefinger on the side of the test strip as shown. NOTE • This is the most effective way to insert the McKesson Quintet AC test strip. 3. Insert the test strip into the test strip port until it snaps firmly into place.
  • Page 26 Easily Handling The McKesson Quintet AC Test Strip Removing the Test Strip 1. Hold the test strip in the same position as inserted. 2. Rotate the test strip counterclockwise and pull up at the same time. NOTE • Pulling the test strip in a counterclockwise direction while lifting will easily remove the test strip from the meter.
  • Page 27 Before Performing a Blood Glucose Test Prepare the items below: • McKesson Quintet AC meter • McKesson Quintet AC test strips (check the expiration date on the vial. Do not use expired test strips.) Q U I N T E T A C •...
  • Page 28 2. Take out a new test strip from the vial and re-cap the vial immediately. 3. Insert the test strip into the test strip port of the McKesson Quintet AC blood glucose meter with the indication symbol facing up. The meter confirms the insertion of the strip with a beep (if the volume is turned on).
  • Page 29 Performing a Test 6. Touch and hold the drop to the edge of the sample entry until you hear a “beep” (if the volume is turned on) and the View Window is filled with blood. If the View Window is not filled with blood or the test will not start, discard the test strip and repeat the test with a new test strip.
  • Page 30 ” and “ ”. Repeat the test with a new McKesson Quintet AC test strip. • Record the date of opening in the allotted space on the test strips vial. • Discard the vial of test strips 3 months after first opening. Do not use expired test strips.
  • Page 31 Performing a Test View Window Appearance Ensure the blood sample completely fills the View Window to get an accurate test result. An insufficient blood sample will result in an error message (“Er4”). If this occurs, repeat the test with a new test strip. Insufficient Blood Sample Sufficient Blood Sample PRECAUTIONS...
  • Page 32 If obtained blood glucose results are unusually high or low or results are of a questionable nature, repeat the test with a new test strip. If problems or questions persist, run a Quality Control Test with McKesson Quintet AC control solutions (Refer to page 37). If the test result still remains unusually high or low, contact a healthcare professional immediately.
  • Page 33 Understanding Test Results and Messages The McKesson Quintet AC meter displays results between 20 and 600 mg/dL. If the test result is below 20 mg/dL, “ ” will appear on the screen. Repeat the test again using a new test strip. If “...
  • Page 34 Recalling Test Results and Average Test Results The McKesson Quintet AC meter has the ability to store 500 test results with time and date. Once 500 test results are saved, which is the maximum memory of the meter, the newest test results will overwrite the oldest.
  • Page 35 Recalling Test Results and Average Test Results 3. Non-Averaging set and canceled: After you finished your test in the test mode, you can exclude the unwanted result by pressing the right button until you see the “NO AVG” symbol on the top right corner of the screen. Keep the right button pressed and press the main button simultaneously to confirm the value as “NO AVG”.
  • Page 36 Recalling Test Results and Average Test Results 4. Quick Searching: To see all values automatically displayed in sequence, first enter the memory mode, then press and hold down the Left or Right button for 2 seconds. (The Right button is for searching the tests from the most recent value to the oldest one, and the Left button is for searching the test from the oldest value to the most recent.) Release the pressed button to stop and it will display the current displayed value.
  • Page 37 About Quality Control What is a Quality Control Test? To ensure proper monitoring function, it is necessary to perform a quality control test. When Should a Quality Control Test be Performed? • Before performing a blood glucose test with the meter for the first time. •...
  • Page 38 Normal or High Level McKesson Quintet AC control solution Q U I N T E T A C NOTE • If you want to purchase new normal or high level McKesson Quintet AC control solution, please contact your authorized McKesson Quintet AC representative.
  • Page 39 Exp. Date 2020-12-31 PRECAUTIONS • When opening a new vial of McKesson Quintet AC control solution, write the discard date on the label. The discard date of McKesson Quintet AC control solution is 3 months after opening the vial, or the expiration date printed on the label, whichever comes first.
  • Page 40 4. When you see the “ ” and “ ” symbols blinking on the screen, promptly apply the McKesson Quintet AC control solution. OPEN 5. Shake the vial of control solution well before opening the cap. Open the cap and set on a flat surface with the tip pointing up.
  • Page 41 Performing a Quality Control Test CLOSE 9. Tightly recap the control solution. 10. The control result appears after the measurement is complete. Compare the control test result to the range printed on the test strip vial label. PRECAUTIONS • The Quality Control Test result by the control solution test will not be calculated for average reading but still can be recalled.
  • Page 42 High: 237-321 If control solution test results are out of control solution range, the McKesson Quintet AC system may not be working properly. Repeat the quality control test. If the control solution results still fall outside of control solution range, do not use the McKesson Quintet AC system to test blood glucose. Contact a McKesson Quintet AC authorized representative or McKesson Brands Product Support Team.
  • Page 43 Cleaning and Disinfecting Procedures Indirect transmission of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) and Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) during the delivery of healthcare services has been increasingly reported. Persons using blood glucose monitoring systems have been identified as one risk group due to sharing of lancets, lancing devices, and blood glucose meters.
  • Page 44 Cleaning and Disinfecting Procedures Please see the following references for further information: • FDA Public Health Notification: Use of Finger stick Devices on More than One Person Poses Risk for Transmitting Bloodborne Pathogens: Initial Communication” (2010). http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/AlertsandNotices/ucm224025.htm • CDC Clinical Reminder: Use of Finger stick Devices on More than One Person Poses Risk for Transmitting Bloodborne Pathogens”...
  • Page 45 Cleaning and Disinfecting Procedures Cleaning and Disinfecting frequency: after each use. 1. Thoroughly wipe the entire surface of the meter with disinfecting wipes listed to clean any possible dirt, dust, blood, and other body fluids. 2. Take another disinfecting wipe and wipe the meter thoroughly (Note: All blood and body fluids should be cleaned from surface before step 2).
  • Page 46 Cleaning and Disinfecting Procedures CAUTION • Users should wash their hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling the meter, lancing device, lancet or test strips. • Please examine your LCD screen, test strip port, buttons, and surface of your meter after cleaning and disinfecting cycles.
  • Page 47 Maintaining Keep your meter and test strip free of dust, water, or any other liquid. Store the meter in the carrying case when not in use. If your meter is dropped or damaged, perform a quality control test with the control solution before performing a blood glucose test.
  • Page 48 Error Messages And Troubleshooting About Temperature Error 1. In order to get accurate test result, perform testing between 10ºC - 40ºC (50ºF - 104ºF). When the temperature is below 10ºC (50ºF) or over 40ºC (104ºF), the meter will not function and the “ ”...
  • Page 49 3. After changing the batteries, perform the quality control test. NOTE • When the McKesson Quintet AC meter’s backlight has no function (you cannot see the backlight), please change your backlight battery. • When the backlight battery is running out of power, the meter is...
  • Page 50 Please use a new test strip from vial. Er2- Meter has malfunctioned. Do the quality control test or reinstall the batteries to see if the meter works properly. If this error screen still appears, contact the McKesson Brands Product Support Team.
  • Page 51 2. Wait for 5 minutes and insert the batteries as described in the “Battery Installation” section, page 16. The meter should be working normally after finishing the above steps. If the meter does not work properly, please contact the McKesson Brands Product Support Team at 1-800-777-4908.
  • Page 52 Limitations • Store the McKesson Quintet AC blood glucose test strips in the original capped vial at temperatures between 4°C to 30°C (39°F to 86°F) and relative humidity below 90%. Do not freeze. • McKesson Quintet AC blood glucose test strips are designed for use with capillary whole blood samples.
  • Page 53 Specifications Measurement Technology Oxidase Electrochemical Sensor Measurement Calibration Plasma Sample Capillary Whole Blood Minimum Sample Volume 1.0 microliter Measuring Range 20 - 600 mg/dL Test Time 5 seconds Memory Capacity 500 blood glucose test results with date and time Turn off automatically after meter is idle for 2 minutes after last Power Saving action.
  • Page 54 Specifications Operating Relative Humidity 10 - 90% Hematocrit 30 - 60% Power Supply Two CR2032 batteries Battery Life About 1,000 tests Meter Dimension 90.6mm x 46mm x 16.5mm Meter Weight 53.0 ± 5g with batteries Monitor LCD Display Display Area 47mm x 33.5mm Meter Storage Conditions -10ºC - 60ºC (14ºF - 140ºF)
  • Page 55 This warranty does not apply to the performance of a McKesson Quintet AC blood glucose meter that has been altered, misused, tampered with, or abused in any way.
  • Page 56 Customer Service Review all of the instructions to ensure the steps are being performed correctly. Technical Support? Call 1-888-481-8485 General Questions? Call 1-800-777-4908 Distributed by McKesson Medical-Surgical Inc. Richmond, VA 23233 PVN B0724 Made in Taiwan For in vitro diagnostic use...
  • Page 57 Expected Values For Normal Glucose Level Expected glucose values without diabetes: Status Range (mg/dL) Fasting From 70 - 99 References 1) Diabetes Information - American Association for Clinical Chemistry (AACC) (Electronic Version). Retrieved March 24, 2010 from www.labtestsonline.org/understanding/analytes/glucose/test.html...
  • Page 58 Parts of Critical Component Blood Glucose Meter, Test Strip, Control Solution, and Lancing Device Manufacturer: Bionime Corp. Disposable Sterile Lancets Manufacturer: as package printed.
  • Page 59 Log Book Name: Address: Home Phone: Work Phone: Doctor: Doctor’s Phone: Pharmacy: Pharmacy’s Phone: Insulin/Pills: Log Book Date From: In case of emergency contact:...
  • Page 60 Log Book Date Blood Glucose Breakfast Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Lunch Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Dinner Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Bedtime Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Other Insulin/Medication Comments...
  • Page 61 Log Book Date Blood Glucose Breakfast Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Lunch Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Dinner Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Bedtime Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Other Insulin/Medication Comments...
  • Page 62 Log Book Date Blood Glucose Breakfast Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Lunch Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Dinner Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Bedtime Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Other Insulin/Medication Comments...
  • Page 63 Log Book Date Blood Glucose Breakfast Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Lunch Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Dinner Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Bedtime Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Other Insulin/Medication Comments...
  • Page 64 Log Book Date Blood Glucose Breakfast Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Lunch Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Dinner Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Bedtime Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Other Insulin/Medication Comments...
  • Page 65 Log Book Date Blood Glucose Breakfast Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Lunch Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Dinner Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Bedtime Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Other Insulin/Medication Comments...
  • Page 66 Log Book Date Blood Glucose Breakfast Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Lunch Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Dinner Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Bedtime Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Other Insulin/Medication Comments...
  • Page 67 Log Book Date Blood Glucose Breakfast Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Lunch Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Dinner Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Bedtime Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Other Insulin/Medication Comments...
  • Page 68 Log Book Date Blood Glucose Breakfast Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Lunch Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Dinner Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Bedtime Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Other Insulin/Medication Comments...
  • Page 69 Log Book Date Blood Glucose Breakfast Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Lunch Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Dinner Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Bedtime Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Other Insulin/Medication Comments...
  • Page 70 Log Book Date Blood Glucose Breakfast Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Lunch Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Dinner Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Bedtime Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Other Insulin/Medication Comments...
  • Page 71 Log Book Date Blood Glucose Breakfast Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Lunch Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Dinner Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Bedtime Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Other Insulin/Medication Comments...
  • Page 72 Log Book Date Blood Glucose Breakfast Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Lunch Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Dinner Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Bedtime Insulin/Medication Blood Glucose Other Insulin/Medication Comments...
  • Page 73 Emergency Card Blood Glucose Meter EMERGENCY INFORMATION I am a diabetes patient. • User Name: If you find me in a coma or stupor, please dial 911 • User Phone No.: • Blood Type: • Doctor/Hospital: * Please fill this card out and carry with you at all times.
  • Page 74 Technical Support? Call 1-888-481-8485 General Questions? Call 1-800-777-4908 For complete details, please visit mms.mckesson.com/mckesson-brands. Distributed by McKesson Medical-Surgical Inc. Richmond, VA 23233 101-3GM550-0W5 PVN B0724 EN(US)
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