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  • Page 3 ® Whether the Accu-Chek Aviva Nano Meter is your fi rst blood glucose meter or you have used a meter for some time; please take the time to read this manual carefully before you use your new meter. To use it correctly and dependably, you need to understand its operation, screen displays and all individual features.
  • Page 4 Accu-Chek Aviva Test Strips. Suitable for self-testing. The Accu-Chek Aviva Nano Meter may be used by patients who test their own blood glucose as well as by healthcare professionals for monitoring patient’s blood glucose values. The system includes (some items may be sold separately): •...
  • Page 5 It should not be used to diagnose diabetes. • Only use Accu-Chek Aviva Test Strips. Other test strips will give inaccurate results. • The meter comes with a preset time and date. You may need to change the time to your time zone.
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Chapter 1: Understanding Your New System The Accu-Chek Aviva Nano Meter .................. 9 Coding the Meter ......................11 Using the Accu-Chek Aviva Nano System ..............13 ............15 Chapter 2: Testing Your Blood Glucose Performing a Blood Glucose Test ................. 15 Marking Test Results and Setting the Post-Meal Reminder ..........
  • Page 8 ................. 53 Chapter 4: Control Testing Why Perform Control Tests ..................53 About the Control Solutions ..................54 Performing a Control Test .................... 55 Understanding Out-of-Range Control Test Results ............59 Chapter 5: Maintenance and Troubleshooting ..........61 Changing the Batteries ....................61 Cleaning the Meter.......................
  • Page 9 Chapter 7: The Accu-Chek Multiclix Finger Pricker ........85 Loading a Lancet Drum ....................87 Taking a Fingertip Blood Sample .................. 90 Taking an Alternative Site Blood Sample ..............91 Getting a Good Drop of Blood ..................94 Changing the Lancet Drum ..................97 Caring for Your Finger Pricker ..................
  • Page 11: Chapter 1: Understanding Your New System

    Chapter 1: Understanding Your New System The Accu-Chek Aviva Nano Meter Infrared (IR) Window – Transfers data from the Right and Left meter to a computer or Arrow Buttons – PDA. Press to enter memory, adjust On/Off/Set Button – settings and scroll Turns the meter on or through results.
  • Page 12 Golden End – Insert this end of the test strip into the meter. Yellow Window – Touch blood drop or control solution here. Test Strip Control Solution Bottle Test Strip Container On/Off/Set Button Side View Infrared (IR) Window Code Chip Batteries –...
  • Page 13: Coding The Meter

    Coding the Meter 1. Make sure the meter 2. Turn the meter over. 3. Remove the old code is off. chip (if there is one in the meter) and discard it. Inserting the code chip sets the meter to match the test strips. This “codes”...
  • Page 14 4. Turn the code chip over so the 5. Leave the code chip in the meter code number faces away from until you open a new box of test you. Push it into the code chip slot strips. until it stops. Notes: •...
  • Page 15: Using The Accu-Chek Aviva Nano System

    Using the Accu-Chek Aviva Nano System • Only use Accu-Chek Aviva Test Strips. • Store the test strip container and meter in a cool dry place, such as a • Change the code chip every time you bedroom. open a new box of test strips.
  • Page 17: Chapter 2: Testing Your Blood Glucose

    Performing a Blood Glucose Test Before you perform your first blood glucose test, set up the meter correctly. You need the meter, test strip, code chip and an Accu-Chek Multiclix Finger Pricker and Accu-Chek Multiclix Lancet Drum. The Accu-Chek Multiclix Finger Pricker is intended for patient self-monitoring by an individual person only.
  • Page 18 Manual. (Refer to Chapter 7 “The test strip and reinsert it into the meter. Accu-Chek Multiclix Finger Pricker.”) 5. A test strip and flashing blood drop 3. Insert the test strip into the meter in symbol appear on the display.
  • Page 19 Yellow Release Button 6. Obtain a blood sample with the aid of 7. Gently squeeze your finger to assist the the finger pricker. Blood samples taken flow of blood. This helps you get a blood from the palm are equivalent to blood drop.
  • Page 20 Blood glucose results are displayed in mmol/L. If your meter displays mg/dL, call the Accu-Chek Customer Careline on 0800 701 000 (UK) or 1 800 709 600 (ROI). Using the wrong meter can cause misinterpretation of the test result.
  • Page 21: Marking Test Results And Setting The Post-Meal Reminder

    Marking Test Results and Setting the Post-Meal Reminder If you wish, you can mark your test result with: Pre-Meal Marker Pre-Meal Marker with Post-Meal Reminder Post-Meal Marker General Marker • Marking results with a pre-meal or post-meal marker provides more information about your blood glucose results to help you and your healthcare professional in the management of your diabetes.
  • Page 22 Here is how to mark a test result and initiate a post-meal reminder: Perform a test. Do not remove the test strip. 1. Press and release to toggle through the test result markers and post-meal reminder. Pre-Meal Marker Pre-Meal Marker with Post-Meal Reminder Post-Meal Marker General Marker 2.
  • Page 23: Alternative Site Testing (Ast)

    Alternative Site Testing (AST) You have the option of obtaining a blood sample from other sites on your body besides the fingertip. Blood obtained from a fingertip or palm can be used at any time to measure blood glucose. The two palm testing sites are the fleshy areas under the thumb (thenar) and under the little finger (hypothenar).
  • Page 24 IMPORTANT Alternative site testing may be done: • Talk to your healthcare professional about Alternative • Immediately before a meal Site Testing. • Fasting DO NOT test from an alternative site: Do not change your treatment because of • Two hours or less after eating just one result.
  • Page 25 To perform AST, you need the meter, a test strip, a finger pricker designed for AST and a lancet. 1. Prepare the finger pricker by attaching 3. Make sure the code number on the display matches the code number on the converter cap and following the standard procedure.
  • Page 26 4. A test strip and flashing 5. Press the finger pricker 6. Trigger the finger blood drop symbol firmly against a fleshy pricker while keeping appear on the display. area on the alternative steady pressure on the site. Press the finger site.
  • Page 27 7. Touch the blood drop to the front 8. The result appears on the display. Mark edge of the yellow window of the test the result or remove and discard the strip. When you see flash, you have used test strip. enough blood in the test strip.
  • Page 28: Unusual Test Results

    Unusual Test Results If your blood glucose result does not match how you feel, follow these steps: Troubleshooting Checks Action 1. Check if the test strips were expired. Discard the test strips if they are past the expiry date. 2. Check if the cap on the test strip Replace the test strips if you think they container was always closed tightly.
  • Page 29: Troubleshooting Checks

    5. Check if you followed the testing steps. Read Chapter 2 “Testing Your Blood Glucose” and test again. If you still have problems, call the Accu-Chek Customer Careline on 0800 701 000 (UK) or 1 800 709 600 (ROI). 6. Check if the code number on the meter...
  • Page 30: Symptoms Of High Or Low Blood Glucose

    Symptoms of High or Low Blood Glucose Being aware of the symptoms of high or low blood glucose can help you understand your test results and decide what to do if they seem unusual. Here are the most common symptoms: High blood glucose (hyperglycemia): fatigue, increased appetite or thirst, frequent urination, blurred vision, headache or general aching.
  • Page 31: Chapter 3: Meter Memory, Setup And Downloading

    Chapter 3: Meter Memory, Setup and Downloading Memory Storing Test Results The meter automatically stores up to 500 blood glucose test results with the time and date of the test and any test markers. You can review them at any time. Test results are stored from the newest to the oldest.
  • Page 32: Viewing Test Results

    7, 14, 30 and 90 day averages. To view stored control results, first download them to a compatible software application. For product availability, please call the Accu-Chek Customer Careline on 0800 701 000 (UK) or 1 800 709 600 (ROI). Viewing Test Results With the meter on or off, press and release to enter memory.
  • Page 33 Note: Only test results that have been assigned a pre-meal ( ) or post-meal ( ) marker are included in pre-meal and post-meal averages. All blood glucose results are included in the general 7, 14, 30 and 90 day averages. General Average Past Results Press...
  • Page 34: Meter Setup

    Meter Setup Using the Set-Up Mode By using the set-up mode, you can personalize the meter to suit your lifestyle. Here are the features you can customize in the order in which they appear in the set-up mode: Time and date – set the time and date. Beeper –...
  • Page 35: Setting The Time And Date

    You are here TIME / DATE BEEPER POST-MEAL ALARM HYPO INDICATOR (hrs, min, (off, on, level) REMINDER CLOCK (on/off) day, month, year) (A-1, A-2, A-3, A-4) TIME (1hr or 2hr) Setting the Time and Date decrease increase 1. Press and release 2.
  • Page 36 decrease increase 4. Press and release to confirm the 5. Press and release to adjust hour. The minutes flash. the minutes. Press and release confirm the minutes.
  • Page 37 6. Repeat step 5 to set day, month and 7. If you want to set up more options, year. press and release . If you want to exit, press and hold until you see the flashing test strip symbol.
  • Page 38: Setting The Beeper On/Off

    You are here TIME / DATE BEEPER POST-MEAL ALARM HYPO INDICATOR (hrs, min, (off, on, level) REMINDER CLOCK (on/off) day, month, year) (A-1, A-2, A-3, A-4) TIME (1hr or 2hr) Setting the Beeper ( ) On/Off Your new meter has the beeper preset to “On.” You can set the beeper to “OFF,” if you prefer.
  • Page 39 1. Press and release 2. Press and hold until 3. Press and release to turn the meter on. “set-up” appears on the repeatedly until you The flashing test strip display. reach the display with symbol appears. the flashing beeper symbol and “On” or “OFF.”...
  • Page 40 4. Press and release 5. If you want to set up more options, switch between “On” and “OFF.” press and release . If you want to exit, press and hold until you see the flashing test strip symbol.
  • Page 41: Setting The Post-Meal Reminder Time

    You are here TIME / DATE BEEPER POST-MEAL ALARM HYPO INDICATOR (hrs, min, REMINDER CLOCK (off, on, level) (on/off) day, month, year) TIME (A-1, A-2, A-3, A-4) (1hr or 2hr) Setting the Post-Meal Reminder Time ( The post-meal reminder: • Beeps one or two hours after the test to remind you to do a post-meal test •...
  • Page 42 3. Press and release 1. Press and release 2. Press and hold until repeatedly until to turn the meter on. “set-up” appears on the you reach the display The flashing test strip display. with “set-up” and the symbol appears. flashing “1Hr” or “2Hr.”...
  • Page 43 4. Press and release to select When a post-meal reminder is “1Hr” or “2Hr.” Press and release activated this screen appears. to confirm your choice.
  • Page 44: Setting The Alarm Clock Function

    You are here TIME / DATE BEEPER POST-MEAL ALARM HYPO INDICATOR (hrs, min, (off, on, level) REMINDER CLOCK (on/off) day, month, year) (A-1, A-2, TIME A-3, A-4) (1hr or 2hr) Setting the Alarm Clock Function ( ) The alarm clock: •...
  • Page 45 Notes: • If you tested within 15 minutes of an alarm, the alarm does not occur. • If the meter is on at the alarm time, the alarm does not occur. • Exposure to cold conditions may disable alarms until the meter is turned on.
  • Page 46 When you are setting the time for the alarm clock function, the bell symbol and “set-up” remain on the display. 1. Press and release 2. Press and hold until 3. Press and release to turn the meter on. “set-up” appears on the repeatedly until you The flashing test strip display.
  • Page 47 4. Press and release 5. If you select “On,” the 6. Press and release to switch hour flashes. “A-1” and to select the between “On” and the bell symbol remain hour. Press and release “OFF.” Press and on the display. to confirm the hour.
  • Page 48 7. The minutes flash. Press 8. Press and release 9. “Set-up,” “OFF” and the and release confirm the minutes. bell symbol appear on to select 00, 15, 30 or the display with the next 45. These are the only alarm (“A-2”) flashing. choices.
  • Page 49: Setting The Hypo Indicator Function

    You are here TIME / DATE BEEPER POST-MEAL ALARM HYPO INDICATOR (hrs, min, (off, on, level) REMINDER CLOCK (on/off) day, month, year) (A-1, A-2, A-3, A-4) TIME (1hr or 2hr) Setting the Hypo Indicator ( ) Function The hypo indicator: •...
  • Page 50 2. Press and hold until 3. Press and release 4. Press and release “set-up” appears on the repeatedly until you to switch display. reach the display with between “On” and “set-up” and “OFF” and “OFF.” Press and the flashing release to confirm your choice.
  • Page 51 5. If you choose to set the hypo indicator to “On,” “set-up” appears and flashes. The display shows 3.9 mmol/L. 6. Press and release to select the level you want. Press and release to confirm it. 7. Press and hold until you see the flashing test strip symbol to exit the set-up mode.
  • Page 52: Transferring Data Directly To A Computer Or Pda Using Specialized Software And An Infrared Cable

    Transferring Data Directly to a Computer or PDA Using Specialized Software and an Infrared Cable Visit our website at www.accu-chek.co.uk or call the Accu-Chek Customer Careline on 0800 701 000 (UK) or 1 800 709 600 (ROI) for software and IR cable.
  • Page 53 • If the data did not transfer successfully, try again. If you still have problems, call the Accu-Chek Customer Careline on 0800 701 000 (UK) or 1 800 709 600 (ROI). • To make the most of the download feature, you must set the time and date in the meter correctly.
  • Page 54 52 52...
  • Page 55: Chapter 4: Control Testing

    Chapter 4: Control Testing Why Perform Control Tests Performing a control test lets you know that the meter and test strips are working properly to give reliable results. You should perform a control test when: • You open a new box of test strips •...
  • Page 56: About The Control Solutions

    About the Control Solutions • Only use Accu-Chek Aviva Control Solutions. • The meter automatically recognizes the Accu-Chek Aviva Control Solution. • The control results are not displayed in memory. • Write the date you opened the control solution bottle on the bottle label. The solution is good for three months from that date or until the expiry date on the bottle label, whichever comes first.
  • Page 57: Performing A Control Test

    Performing a Control Test To perform a control test, you need the meter, a test strip and control solution Level 1 and/or Level 2. The control level is printed on the bottle label. 1. Insert the test strip into the meter in 2.
  • Page 58 3. Select the control 4. Put the meter on a flat 5. Remove the control surface, like a table. bottle cap. Wipe the solution you want to test. You will enter the tip of the bottle with a level later in the test. tissue.
  • Page 59 6. Squeeze the bottle until a tiny drop 7. The result appears on the display, forms at the tip. Touch the drop to the along with the control bottle symbol front edge of the yellow window of the and flashing “L.” Do not remove the test strip.
  • Page 60 8. Press and release to confirm the is inside the range on the test strip control level in the meter. container, the test strips and meter are working properly. “Err” and the 9. “OK” and the control result alternate control result alternate on the display if on the display if the result is in range.
  • Page 61: Understanding Out-Of-Range Control Test Results

    Understanding Out-of-Range Control Test Results If the control result is not inside the acceptable range, here are some things you can do to solve the problem: Troubleshooting Checks Action 1. Check if test strips or control solutions Discard the test strips or control solutions were expired.
  • Page 62 6. Check if you followed the testing steps. Read Chapter 4 “Control Testing” and test again. If you still have problems, call the Accu-Chek Customer Careline on 0800 701 000 (UK) or 1 800 709 600 (ROI). 7. Check if you chose the correct control...
  • Page 63: Chapter 5: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    Chapter 5: Maintenance and Troubleshooting Changing the Batteries (+) side facing down 1. Use your thumb to slide 2. Remove the old batteries 3. Slide the battery drawer the battery drawer out of and place the new ones back into position until it the meter.
  • Page 64 The meter uses two 3-volt lithium batteries, type 2032. This type of battery can be found in many stores. It is a good idea to have spare batteries available. Batteries can also be obtained by calling the Accu-Chek Customer Careline on 0800 701 000 (UK) or 1 800 709 600 (ROI).
  • Page 65: Cleaning The Meter

    Cleaning the Meter Caring for the Accu-Chek Aviva Nano Meter is easy. Just keep it free of dust. If you need to clean it, follow these guidelines carefully to help you get the best performance possible: Do Not • Make sure the meter is off •...
  • Page 66: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    (See Chapter 5 on “Screen Messages and Troubleshooting.”) If you drop the meter or think it is not giving accurate results, call the Accu-Chek Customer Careline on 0800 701 000 (UK) or 1 800 709 600 (ROI).
  • Page 67: Screen Messages And Troubleshooting

    Call the Accu-Chek Customer Careline on 0800 701 000 (UK) or 1 800 709 600 (ROI) • Meter is defective – Call the Accu-Chek Customer Careline on 0800 701 000 (UK) or 1 800 709 600 (ROI) • Extreme temperatures –...
  • Page 68 Battery power is low. The meter is ready for Change the batteries you to insert a test strip. soon. The meter is ready for a The meter is in set-up mode, waiting for you drop of blood or control to change or confi rm solution.
  • Page 69 Blood glucose may A pre-meal marker was be higher than the assigned to this test measuring range of result. the system. Blood glucose may A post-meal marker was be lower than the assigned to this test measuring range of result. the system.
  • Page 70 A pre-meal marker Blood glucose is was assigned to this below the defi ned test result and the hypoglycemia post-meal reminder (low blood has been activated. glucose) level. The meter is not A general marker was coded or the assigned to this test code chip is not result.
  • Page 71 The test strips will expire at the end of the current month. Before the end of the month, insert a new code chip from a new box of test strips and ensure the code chip number matches the code number on the test strip container.
  • Page 72 1 800 709 600 (ROI). The code chip is incorrect. Turn off the meter and insert a new code chip. If this does not fi x the problem, call the Accu-Chek Customer Careline on 0800 701 000 (UK) or 1 800 709 600 (ROI).
  • Page 73 Your blood glucose may be extremely high or a meter or a test strip error has occurred. If this confi rms how you feel, contact your healthcare professional immediately. If it does not confi rm how you feel, repeat the test and refer to Chapter 2 “Unusual Test Results.” If this does not confi...
  • Page 74 Not enough blood or Blood or control solution control solution was was applied to the test drawn into the test strip strip before the fl ashing for measurement or was drop symbol appeared on applied after the test had the display. Discard the started.
  • Page 75 If the problem persists, wait fi ve minutes and call the Accu-Chek Customer repeat the test. Do not Careline on 0800 701 000 artifi cially heat or cool (UK) or 1 800 709 600 (ROI).
  • Page 76 Change the batteries incorrect. Make sure now. the time and date are correct and adjust, if necessary. Note: If you see any other error screen, please call the Accu-Chek Customer Careline on 0800 701 000 (UK) or 1 800 709 600 (ROI).
  • Page 77: Chapter 6: Technical Information

    Chapter 6: Technical Information Product Limitations Please read the literature packaged with your test strips to fi nd the latest information on product specifi cations and limitations. Specifi cations Blood volume 0.6 μL Sample type Fresh whole blood Measuring time Refer to your test strip package insert for more information Measuring range 0.6 to 33.3 mmol/L...
  • Page 78: Electromagnetic Compatibility

    Approx. 40 g (with batteries) Construction Hand-held Protection class Meter type The Accu-Chek Aviva Nano Meter is suitable for continuous operation Control solution storage conditions 2 ºC to 32 ºC Electromagnetic Compatibility This meter meets the electromagnetic immunity requirements as per ISO 15197 Annex A.
  • Page 79 Performance Analysis The performance data for the Accu-Chek Aviva Nano System (Accu-Chek Aviva Nano Meter with Accu-Chek Aviva Test Strips) were obtained using capillary blood from diabetic patients (method comparison, accuracy), venous blood (repeatability) and control solution (reproducibility). The system is calibrated with venous blood containing various levels of glucose.
  • Page 80: Product Safety Information

    Product Safety Information Strong electromagnetic fields may interfere with the proper operation of the meter. Do not use this meter close to sources of strong electromagnetic radiation. To avoid electrostatic discharge, do not use the meter in a very dry environment, especially one in which synthetic materials are present.
  • Page 81: Explanation Of Symbols

    Explanation of Symbols You may encounter the following symbols on packaging, on the type plate and in the instructions for your Accu-Chek Aviva Nano Meter, shown here with their meaning. Consult the instructions for use Caution (refer to accompanying documents). Please refer to safety- related notes in the manual accompanying this instrument.
  • Page 82 The Accu-Chek Multiclix Finger Pricker On the finger pricker itself and on the packaging of the Accu-Chek Multiclix Finger Pricker, you will encounter the following symbols, shown here with their meaning. For single use only Use by / Expiry Date...
  • Page 83: Warranty And Service Instructions

    Accu-Chek Multiclix Finger Pricker Guarantee The Accu-Chek Multiclix Finger Pricker is guaranteed for life from the date of purchase against defects in materials or workmanship. Please fill in the enclosed warranty card and return it to Roche Diagnostics Limited.
  • Page 84: Additional Supplies

    If you have a claim under this guarantee, please return the Accu-Chek Multiclix Finger Pricker and the original sales receipt to: Customer Services Department, Roche Diagnostics Limited Charles Avenue Burgess Hill West Sussex RH15 9RY Guarantee: The statutory provisions on rights in consumer goods sales in the country of purchase shall apply.
  • Page 85: Information For Healthcare Professionals

    Information for Healthcare Professionals Healthcare Professionals: Follow the infection control procedures appropriate for your facility. A drop of fresh, whole blood is required to perform a blood glucose test. Fresh venous, capillary, arterial or neonatal blood may be used. Caution should be taken to clear arterial lines before blood is drawn.
  • Page 86 Our studies involving alternative site testing of adults with diabetes show that most persons will fi nd their glucose level changes more quickly in the fi ngers’/palms’ blood than the alternative sites’ blood.* This is especially important when glucose levels are falling or rising rapidly.
  • Page 87: Chapter 7: The Accu-Chek Multiclix Finger Pricker

    Chapter 7: The Accu-Chek Multiclix Finger Pricker Comfort Dial with Depth Selection Lancet Counter Release Button Depth Indicator Finger Pricker Priming Button New Lancet AST Converter Cap Drum (for alternative site testing)
  • Page 88 • For virtually pain-free testing, always use a new lancet for every test. The Accu-Chek Multiclix Finger Pricker is intended for patient self-monitoring by an individual person only. It must not be used to collect blood in a multi-patient setting as it does not incorporate any features to guard against cross-infection.
  • Page 89: Loading A Lancet Drum

    Loading a Lancet Drum You must first load the drum into the finger pricker to get it ready for use. A new drum has a blue ring that does not move. A used drum has two visible red stripes 1. Place your thumb to the side of the and the blue ring can rotate on the notch and remove the cap by pulling it white drum.
  • Page 90 2. Make sure the release 3. Align the notch on the 4. You are now ready to button is not yellow. cap with the notch on the use the first lancet. The Insert a new drum, blue device and slide the cap lancet counter shows five ring first, until it clicks on until it stops.
  • Page 91 5. The depth indicator shows the current 6. Press the priming button like a pen until depth selection. The higher the number, it clicks. The release button turns yellow. the deeper the penetration. Twist the Do not press the release button while comfort dial to adjust the setting.
  • Page 92: Taking A Fingertip Blood Sample

    Taking a Fingertip Blood Sample 1. Wash and dry your hands. 3. Load the next lancet by twisting the plunger one-quarter turn forward (until 2. Press the finger pricker firmly against the it stops), then back again. The lancet side of your fingertip and press the yellow counter decreases by one white bar.
  • Page 93: Taking An Alternative Site Blood Sample

    Taking an Alternative Site Blood Sample 1. Place your thumb to the 2. Align the notch on the 3. Dial the depth setting to side of the notch and converter cap with the 5 ½ for forearm, upper remove the cap by pulling notch on the finger arm, thigh or calf testing.
  • Page 94 4. Press the priming button like a pen until 5. Press the finger pricker firmly against a it clicks. The release button turns yellow. fleshy site and press the yellow release Do not press the release button while button. Immediately lift the finger pricker pressing the priming button.
  • Page 95 Note: Once you run a successful test, you may want to find the lowest depth setting that provided enough blood with the least amount of pain. 6. Return the converter cap to the same 7. Load the next lancet by twisting the position over the puncture site.
  • Page 96: Getting A Good Drop Of Blood

    Getting a Good Drop of Blood Fingertip Wash your hands and dry them well. It helps to massage the fingertip to stimulate blood flow. Gently squeeze your finger at the knuckle, then release, squeeze, then release. This helps to increase the blood flow. You can let your hand hang by your side to increase blood flow. Alternative Site Testing (AST) You have the option of obtaining a blood sample from other sites on your body besides the fingertip.
  • Page 97 IMPORTANT • Talk to your healthcare professional about Alternative Site Testing. Treatment of the Puncture Site Wipe the puncture site with a clean, dry tissue. If it continues to bleed, apply gentle pressure to the site with a plaster to protect it from dirt or infection.
  • Page 98 Do not change your treatment because of just one result. NEVER ignore symptoms of high or low blood glucose. If your blood glucose does not match how you feel, perform a fingertip test to confirm your result. If the fingertip result still does not match how you feel, call your healthcare professional.
  • Page 99: Changing The Lancet Drum

    Changing the Lancet Drum When you have used the sixth and last lancet, you should change the drum. Notes: • A used drum cannot be reinserted into the finger pricker. • In rare instances, if a used drum is dropped on a hard surface the lancets may protrude slightly from the drum.
  • Page 100: Caring For Your Finger Pricker

    Caring for Your Finger Pricker • Wipe off any blood immediately. • Clean the finger pricker and cap regularly. • At least once a week, clean the finger pricker and the inside of the cap with a cloth or cotton bud moistened with: •...
  • Page 101: Index

    Index control test, performing, 55 maintenance, meter, 61–64 control test, results, 59 marking test results, 19–20 alarm clock function, control test results, memory, meter, 29–31 setting, 42 understanding, 59 numbness, 28 alternative site testing, control test, unacceptable 21, 83, 91–96 post-meal marker 19–20, range, 59 30–31...
  • Page 102 26 test strips, Accu-Chek Aviva, 10, 13 thirst, increased, 28 time and date, setting, 33 tingling, 28 trembling, 28 troubleshooting, 64–74 warranty, 81–82...
  • Page 103 Review your test procedure and make sure that you are performing the steps correctly. If you still have questions, please call the Accu-Chek Customer Careline on 0800 701 000 (UK) or 1 800 709 600 (ROI). Please have your Accu-Chek Aviva Nano Meter, Accu-Chek Aviva Test Strips and Accu-Chek Aviva Control Solutions available when you call.
  • Page 104 Roche Diagnostics GmbH, 68298 Mannheim, Germany www.accu-chek.com ACCU-CHEK, ACCU-CHEK AVIVA, ACCU-CHEK AVIVA NANO and ACCU-CHEK MULTICLIX are trademarks of Roche. All other product names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners. ©2008 Roche Diagnostics. All rights reserved. 05099455001(04)-1008...

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