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OneTouch SURESTEP (WITH DATA PORT) Owner's Booklet

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  • Page 1 Blood Glucose Monitoring System Owner's Booklet Easy to Handle, y to Handle, Eas Easy to Read y to Read Simple Blood Application Simple Blood Application Confirm Confirms s Enough Enough Blood I Blood Is Applied s Applied...
  • Page 3 The OneTouch ® SureStep ® System is intended for use outside the body (in vitro diagnostic use). It should be used only for testing purposes and only with fresh whole blood samples. It should not be used for the diagnosis of diabetes.
  • Page 4 CAUTION: Before using any product to test your blood glucose (blood sugar), read all instructions and practice the test. Do all quality control checks as directed and consult with a diabetes Healthcare Professional. These recommendations apply to all blood glucose monitoring systems and are supported by the American Association of Diabetes Educators, the American Diabetes Association, the U.S.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Warnings and Precautions Importance of Following Instructions OneTouch ® ® SureStep Test Strips Optional Color Chart Display Symbols Coding Coding the Meter Checking Checking the System Understanding Control Solution Results Testing Testing Your Blood Testing Tips for Accurate Results Test Procedures www.LifeScan.com...
  • Page 6 Health Conditions Which Can Cause Out-of-Range Results Maintenance Caring for Your Meter General Care Cleaning the Meter Changing the Batteries Storage Instructions Troubleshooting Error Messages Symbols Symbols Settings Changing Meter Settings Entering Set-Up Mode Changing the Date and Time Setting the Time www.LifeScan.com...
  • Page 7 14- and 30- Day Averages Time Format Date Format Exiting the Set-Up Mode Memory Background Information on Meter Memory Getting All Results from Meter Memory First Time Turning on Meter Uploading Memory Data Specifications Specifications Guarantee and Warranty Quick Reference Index www.LifeScan.com...
  • Page 8 Welcome to LifeScan Congratulations! You’ve chosen a product made by Everything you need to know about using the LifeScan, a leading company in providing products to OneTouch ® SureStep ® System is included in this help you manage your diabetes. OneTouch ®...
  • Page 9 Units of Measure for Meter Readouts mg/dL mmol/L milligrams/deciliter millimoles/liter no decimal point decimal point ® ® Your OneTouch SureStep Meter can display results in two different units of measure. Milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL) is the standard unit in the United States. Because this meter may be purchased by people living in other parts of the world, it may be reset to another unit of measure called Millimoles per liter (mmol/L).

  • Page 12: Purpose

    Purpose study found that you should keep your blood glucose close to the levels of people with- People with diabetes use the OneTouch ® ® out diabetes. You can reduce the risk of ® SureStep Blood Glucose Monitoring problems with the eyes, kidneys, and ner- System to measure the level of glucose vous system by about 60%.

  • Page 13: What To Expect From Your System

    or not you have diabetes. Only your results can differ by more than ±20% in doctor can diagnose this disease. some situations. See Comparing Meter and Laboratory Results for more infor- What to Expect from Your System mation. ◆ Blood glucose meters are clinically accu- ◆...

  • Page 14: Warnings And Precautions

    ◆ feel. See Understanding Your Results Do not use the test strips after the expi- on page 35. ration date printed on the bottle label or more than 4 months after first opening Warnings and Precautions the bottle, whichever comes first. You may get inaccurate results if you use the ◆...

  • Page 15: Importance Of Following Instructions

    the test in a climate-controlled location Professional. Work with your Healthcare as soon as possible. Professional to set your own target blood glucose values, arrange your test- ◆ Excessive water loss (severe dehydration) ing times, and discuss the meaning of 2 , 3 may cause false low results.
  • Page 16 The Complete OneTouch ® ® SureStep Blood Glucose Monitoring System OneTouch ® SureStep ® Meter ■ (Batteries installed) Owner’s Booklet ■ Quick Reference Guide ■ ® ® OneTouch SureStep ■ Control Solution ® ® OneTouch Penlet Plus ■ Automatic Blood Sampler ®...

  • Page 17: Onetouch ® Surestep

    Base Insertion Point ® Milpitas, CA 95035 BATTERY COMPARTMENT NRTL /C © LIFESCAN INC. 1998 The cover protects the lens area and AW 052-178-01B Made in U.S.A. Holds two AAA alkaline batteries. the base holds the OneTouch ® SureStep ®...

  • Page 18: Test Strips

    OneTouch ® SureStep ® Test Strips When blood is applied to the pink test strip and is read by the meter to determine square, it is absorbed and a chemical reac- the blood glucose level; the darker the tion takes place. A blue color forms in the color, the higher the blood glucose level.
  • Page 19 Optional Color Chart Important: The sample color dots are Directly after reading a meter result, you can compare the color of the confirmation only approximate. They can give you an dot on the back of the test strip with the indication of whether your glucose is very Color Chart on the test strip bottle label.
  • Page 20 This display check also appears briefly each time you turn on the meter. Call LifeScan Customer Services Display Check (1 800 227–8862) if any segments are When you turn on the meter, missing.
  • Page 21 The current code number is displayed. Check that the pink side of The number on the display must match the the test strip faces up code number on the OneTouch ® SureStep ® firmly push the test strip Test Strip bottle. into the test strip holder until it stops.
  • Page 22 When the meter determines that your The meter is measuring blood glucose level exceeds 500 mg/dL your glucose level. (27.8 mmol/L), it displays HI in virtually all cases. The meter displays your test result in mg/dL or mmol/L together with the date and time of the test.
  • Page 23 Coding the Meter A code number is printed on each test strip bottle label. The code numbers (ranging from 1 to 21) are used to calibrate the meter. Each time you test, check that the code number on the meter display matches the Display Check (Example) code number on the test strip bottle label.
  • Page 24 Compare the code number on the test Green C Button ▼ strip bottle with the code number on the meter display. (Example) (Example) NOTE: If the meter advances past the If the code numbers match, you may code number before you are able to begin testing.
  • Page 25 Not Intende Discard 3 m Discard date This control solution is a liquid with a Lot No. Exp. Date © LIFESCAN I known amount of glucose in it. Practice the ® OneTouch WA R N I N G : ®...
  • Page 26 Press the blue power button to turn on the meter. The display check appears briefly. Carefully check that all symbols appear. Make sure a test strip is not in the meter when you turn it on. Compare the code number on the meter Remove a test strip from the bottle and display with the code number on the replace the bottle cap.
  • Page 27 NOTE: If opening the test strip bottle for months from the date you first open the first time, write the discard date the bottle. (4 months from today) on the bottle ◆ Check expiration date and discard label and perform a control solution test date.
  • Page 28 Turn the test strip over and check to see Firmly insert the that the confirmation dot is completely test strip, confirma- blue. If it is not, discard the test strip. tion dot side down, Repeat the test with a new test strip, into the test strip applying a larger drop of control solution holder until...
  • Page 29 A flashing clock symbol appears while the meter is reading your result. The control solution result appears in about 30 seconds. The wait may be shorter or longer depending upon the current tem- perature. (Example) NOTE: Pressing the green C button again while the glucose level is dis- played removes the CTL marker.
  • Page 30 CAUTION: The range printed on the test Record the control solution test result in your logbook. Place a C next to the result strip bottle label is the expected range for to mark it as a control solution test. control solution results. It is NOT a recom- mended range for your blood glucose level.
  • Page 31 ◆ the code number on the meter does not control solution result is also outside the match the code number on the test strip printed range, call LifeScan Customer bottle. Services (1 800 227– 8862). ◆ the meter or test strip holder is dirty.
  • Page 32 Testing your Blood Choose a clean, dry work surface. Make sure you have all the items needed for a blood test as shown. Sterile Lancet Meter ® OneTouch Release Button Ejection/Cocking Control ® SureStep Depth Settings Test Strip Depth Adjustment Knob Lancing Device Depth Indicator...
  • Page 33 ◆ Testing Tips for Accurate Results Make sure the code on the meter display matches the code on the test strip bottle There are several important steps you label. should follow before and during the test that will help you get accurate results. ◆...

  • Page 34: Test Procedures

    Test Procedures Carefully remove the lancet’s protective cover. Replace the lancing device’s cap. Remove the lancing device cap. Insert a lancet into the lancet holder. Push down firmly until the lancet is seated in the lancet holder. CAUTION: Only one person should use the lancing device.
  • Page 35 If you are using an adjustable sampler, Use warm, soapy water to wash your adjust the puncture depth setting as hands. Dry them thoroughly. To increase needed. blood flow to the fingertips, massage your hand two or three times from wrist to fingertips.
  • Page 36 Compare the code number on the meter display with the code number on the test strip bottle. If they do not match, press the green button until the codes match. (Example) These two symbols will Make sure a test strip is not in the meter alternate on the display.
  • Page 37 8. Remove a test strip from the bottle and the confirmation dot on the test strip replace the bottle cap. Close it tightly. is darker than that shown on the Color Chart, do not use the test strip. The ◆ Check the expiration date and discard result may be inaccurate.
  • Page 38 Hold the lancing device firmly against the Apply one drop of blood to the center of side of your finger. Firmer pressure will the pink test square in one of the ways give a deeper puncture. Use a different shown. Never add a second drop as this may cause inaccurate results.
  • Page 39 ◆ Turn the test strip so the pink test square faces your finger. Touch the center of the pink test square on the test strip to the drop of blood on your finger. The pink test square will quickly absorb blood. Be careful not to apply too much blood, especially if you tend to bleed easily or are taking blood-thinning medications.
  • Page 40 You must start over with a new test strip. Enough Blood Not Enough Blood Confirmation Front Back Back If there is no color or if white patches or streaks appear after you have repeated the test, call LifeScan Customer Services (1 800 227– 8862).
  • Page 41 A flashing clock symbol 12.Confirm that the appears while the meter is meter is still on. reading your result. Your Firmly insert the glucose result appears in test strip, tapered- about 30 seconds. Do not end first, confir- remove strip until countdown is com- mation dot side plete.The wait may be shorter or longer down, into the...
  • Page 42 IMPORTANT: When proper procedures check to see if your glucose is very low (50 are followed, the meter will display HI in mg/dL) or very high virtually all cases when your result is (350 mg/dL) prior to above 500 mg/dL (27.8 mmol/ L). The troubleshooting the confirmation dot color will also be dark- error message.
  • Page 43 CAUTION: The Sample color dots are Remove and discard the test strip. only approximate. They should be used Turn off the meter by pressing the blue only as a guide in the event you get an power button. The meter automatically error message instead of a numerical turns off 3 minutes after it displays your result.
  • Page 44 Place the protective cover on a hard surface and push the lancet tip into it. Point the lancet down and away from you. Eject the used lancet into a CAUTION: To reduce the risk of an acci- container for sharp objects. dental needle stick, carefully follow the lancet and lancing device instructions for safe removal and disposal of used...

  • Page 45: Results

    Healthcare Profes- Troubleshooting. If you continue to get an sional have established and you cannot link error or other message, call LifeScan it to diet, exercise, medication, or stress, Customer Services (1 800 227–8862). repeat the test. If the result is similar and...
  • Page 46 The color dot comparison shows approxi- new test strip. If the problem con- mately 350 mg/dL (very high). tinues, call LifeScan Customer Services (1-800-227-8862). If you have symptoms that match your test results, or if you continue to get results that If the confirmation dot is completely ■...

  • Page 47: How To Check If Your Meter Is Working Correctly

    Meter is Working Correctly glucose levels. If the Control Solution The easiest way to check if your meter and test is out of range, call LifeScan test strip are working together properly is to Customer Services (1-800-227-8862). run a test with OneTouch ®...

  • Page 48: Comparing Meter And Laboratory Results

    testing are useful to assess the accuracy of in that range is considered accurate when ® ® patient results.” Consult your Healthcare testing with the OneTouch SureStep Meter. Professional about doing such a compari- However, results can differ by more than son.
  • Page 49 glucose levels can change significantly repeat the meter test in a climate-con- within short periods of time. trolled place as soon as possible. The operating temperature is 50–95°F. The ◆ Factors such as a low or high hematocrit operating humidity is 10–90%. You (the percentage volume of red blood should always test within these ranges.
  • Page 50 insert for typical accuracy and precision data dizziness, fainting, hunger, nervousness, ® ® for the OneTouch SureStep system. Make irritability, or tremors?” sure you read Important things to know ◆ “Do I have symptoms of high blood before testing in the test strip package glucose (hyperglycemia): fatigue, dry insert.You should also review Testing Tips for mouth and skin, increased thirst or...

  • Page 51: General Care

    Caring for Your Meter General Care Cleaning the Meter ◆ Keep your meter dry and avoid exposing C AU T I O N : it to extremes in temperature. Do not ◆ Use water to clean the meter. store your meter or test strips in your car ◆...
  • Page 52 Wipe the test strip holder gently with a Always clean the meter cotton swab or soft cloth dampened with when this symbol water. Thoroughly wipe the gray area on appears. the inside cover. Clean both sides of the test strip holder base, especially around the hole.
  • Page 53 Dampen a cotton swab or soft cloth with Slide the test strip holder into the meter, water and wipe the lens area and contact press down, and push forward at the test points with it. Do not scratch the lens strip insertion point until you hear a click.
  • Page 54 N o t e : Clean the outside of the If the Er 5 symbol appears after cleaning, meter by gently wiping it with a cloth check to see if you dampened with water. Dry it with a inserted the test strip soft cloth.
  • Page 55 N o t e : Changing the Batteries Low batteries and battery removal will not affect test results stored in meter C AU T I O N : The OneTouch ® SureStep ® memory. However, the current time and Meter uses two AAA alkaline batteries. date will be lost and must be reset each Do not use rechargeable batteries.
  • Page 56 Remove the old batteries with your fin- Insert the two battery cover hinges into gers, or by tapping the meter gently the slots and press down gently until the against the palm of your hand. Never tap tab catches. the meter against a hard surface. Set the current time and date in the Insert two new AAA alkaline batteries, meter as described in Changing Meter...

  • Page 57: Storage Instructions

    Storage Instructions freeze test strips. Do not store test strips in any container other than the original WARNING: The system contains small bottle. Do not expose the test strips to parts such as lancets, bottle caps, etc. bleach fumes or hydrogen peroxide. Keep your system out of the reach of small children because these parts may ◆...

  • Page 58: Troubleshooting

    “What to Do” column. If you problems. For those problems the meter can continue to get an error message after fol- detect, it may not produce an error message lowing the instructions, call LifeScan every time the problem occurs. Customer Services (1 800 227–8862).
  • Page 59 NOTE: 800) 227-8862. If the actions listed below do not resolve the error, call LifeScan Customer Services at 1 ( ERROR POTENTIAL PROBLEM WHAT TO DO The meter detected Repeat the test with a new test strip and: a problem with the ◆...
  • Page 60 NOTE: 800) 227-8862. If the actions listed below do not resolve the error, call LifeScan Customer Services at 1 ( ERROR POTENTIAL PROBLEM WHAT TO DO The meter detected Professional Use: Er 1 a problem with the ◆ Test the sample with an alternate method.
  • Page 61 NOTE: 800) 227-8862. If the actions listed below do not resolve the error, call LifeScan Customer Services at 1 ( ERROR POTENTIAL PROBLEM WHAT TO DO ◆ The meter detected Apply the sample to the pink test square only. Er 2 a problem with the ◆...
  • Page 62 N N O O T T E E : : 800) 227-8862. If the actions listed below do not resolve the error, call LifeScan Customer Services at 1 ( ERROR POTENTIAL PROBLEM WHAT TO DO The meter detected Repeat the test with a new test strip and: a problem with the ◆...
  • Page 63 NOTE: 800) 227-8862. If the actions listed below do not resolve the error, call LifeScan Customer Services at 1 ( ERROR POTENTIAL PROBLEM WHAT TO DO The meter detected a Repeat the test with a new test strip. Make sure the temperature meter and test strip are at room temperature.
  • Page 64 NOTE: 800) 227-8862. If the actions listed below do not resolve the error, call LifeScan Customer Services at 1 ( ERROR POTENTIAL PROBLEM WHAT TO DO The meter detected a Repeat the test with a new test strip and: problem with the ◆...
  • Page 65 NOTE: 800) 227-8862. If the actions listed below do not resolve the error, call LifeScan Customer Services at 1 ( ERROR POTENTIAL PROBLEM WHAT TO DO The meter detected Repeat the test with a new test strip and: a problem with the ◆...

  • Page 66: Symbols

    Symbols The following symbols appear on the meter display to help guide you through the testing process. If they occur during testing, they may indicate problems. SYMBOL WHAT IT MEANS WHAT TO DO Insert Test Firmly push the test strip into the test strip holder, with the Strip tapered-end first and the confirmation dot facing down, until it stops.
  • Page 67 NOTE: 800) 227-8862. If the actions listed below do not resolve the error, call LifeScan Customer Services at 1 ( SYMBOL WHAT IT MEANS WHAT TO DO Replace Replace the batteries (see Caring for your Meter) as soon as possi- battery ble.

  • Page 68: Changing Meter Settings

    Changing Meter Settings (Set–Up Mode) The OneTouch ® SureStep ® Meter has been preset to meet the needs of most users in the United States. There are six features you can change in addition to the date and time. F E A T U R E P R E S E T A L T E R N A T I V E S E E P A G E...
  • Page 69 Entering Set–Up Mode You can change the setting while it flash- es by pressing the green button. Turn off the meter. NOTE: To move quickly through the Press and hold down the green button. features, press the blue button repeated- ly or press and hold it down to Press and release the blue power button scroll.

  • Page 70: Entering Set-Up Mode

    N o t e : Setting the Time Calculated 14–day and 30–day aver- ages may change if you change the date To set the time, enter the set-up mode as and time. The averages are calculated from described in “Entering Set-Up Mode” above. glucose results measured during the 14 or The time appears with the hour flashing.

  • Page 71: Setting The Month

    Setting the Month Display of Last Result Press and release the green button until The meter is preset to the correct month number appears. To display your last glucose move faster, hold down the green button. result when you turn on With the correct month on the display, press the meter.

  • Page 72: Beep Signals

    Canada and some European countries. If you Press the blue power button to move to the are not sure which unit of measurement to beep signals setting. use, check with your Healthcare Professional. Beep Signals The mmol/L results include a decimal point but mg/dL results do not.

  • Page 73: And 30- Day Averages

    14– and 30–Day Test Averages In set–up mode, a three–tone beep sounds and The meter is preset to the following symbol flashes display 14–day and 30–day when you move to the beep averages of your blood signals feature. glucose results in memory mode.

  • Page 74: Time Format

    Time Format Date Format The meter is preset to display time in the The meter is preset to display the date in 12–hour AM/PM format. An alternative month/day format. An alternate day/month 24–hour time format is available. format is available. To change to the 24–hour time format, press To change the display of the date to the the green...

  • Page 75: Memory

    Getting Results from Meter Memory Background Information 1. Press the blue power button and hold it down for about 5 seconds. on Meter Memory 2. When the display flashes, let go of the When you turn on the OneTouch ® ®...
  • Page 76 5. Each time you press and let go of the green button, the meter displays the next most recent of your 150 stored test results. The date and time of each result is displayed alternately under the test result. If the test result was marked as a control solution result, CTL appears under the result.

  • Page 77: First Time Turning On Meter

    See www.OneTouchSureStep.com First Time Turning on Meter or call LifeScan's Data Management Line at The first time you turn on your meter you 1 800 382-7226 for more information. will see the following symbol. This shows that there are no test results in memory.

  • Page 78: Specifications

    Specifications The performance of the OneTouch ® SureStep ® Blood Glucose Monitoring System was tested under the conditions below. See “Important Technical and Healthcare Professional ® ® Information” in the OneTouch SureStep Test Strips package insert for typical accuracy and precision data.

  • Page 79: Guarantee And Warranty

    ® System, you may purchase, the meter does not work for any receive a full refund by calling a LifeScan reason (except for obvious abuse), LifeScan Customer Services Representative at the will replace it with a new meter or equivalent toll–free number within 30 days of purchase.
  • Page 80 C O D I N G T H E M E T E R P E R F O R M I N G A T E S T Before testing, make sure the meter is coded correctly. Press blue power button Apply blood to the The meter automatical Press blue power button...
  • Page 81 B L O O D A P P L I C A T I O N How you can be sure that you have applied the right amount of blood: Test Strip Enough Blood Not Enough Blood Too Much Blood White Pink Test...
  • Page 82 Numerics – Changing meter settings ....58-64 – Marking control solution result ....19 14-and 30-day averages .
  • Page 83 – Checking (blood test) ..... . 30 – Symbols ......10-12 –...
  • Page 84 – Recording control solution results ... . 20 – Applying control solution ....17 –...
  • Page 85 – Battery ......12, 44, 57 – Clean meter ......12, 42 Warnings .
  • Page 88 U.S.A. English 1 800 227-8862 No test strip supplier other than LifeScan, Inc. is authorized to grant Español 1 800 381-7226 such a license. Carrying cases made in China. Lancets made in Japan. The (24 hours, 7 days a week)

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