Caring For The System - Bayer HealthCare Contour User Manual

Place new batteries under
the prongs and into the bat-
tery compartment with the
"+" side up. (Battery part
numbers are DL2032 or
CR2032.)
Slide the battery cover back
into place, lining up with the
open slots, and close firmly.
WARNING: Keep batteries away from children.
Lithium batteries are poisonous. If swallowed,
immediately contact your physician or poison control
center. Discard batteries according to your local
environmental regulations.
Bayer offers the Free Batteries for Life program. When
your batteries are low, please call 1-800-348-8100 for
your free batteries.
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Need Help? Call toll free: 1-800-348-8100

Caring for the System:

• Store meter in the carrying case provided whenever
possible.
• Wash hands and dry them thoroughly before
handling to keep the meter and test strips free
of oils and other contaminants.
• Handle the meter carefully to avoid damaging the
electronics or causing other malfunctions.
• Avoid exposing meter and test strips to excessive
humidity, heat, cold, dust, or dirt.
• The exterior of the meter can be cleaned using a moist
(not wet) lint-free tissue with a mild detergent or disin-
fectant solution, such as 1 part bleach mixed with 9 parts
water. Wipe dry with lint-free tissue after cleaning.
CAUTION: Do not allow cleaning solution to run in
or around the buttons or battery cover. Do not allow
fluids of any kind to enter any of the openings on
your meter. Doing so may cause a malfunction.
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