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Advocate TD-3223 A Owner's Manual

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  • Page 2 Advocate Duo™ TD-3223A/B Blood Glucose plus Blood Pressure Monitoring System This owner’s manual contains important information that you must know about your system. Please read it carefully and keep it for future reference. For other questions regarding this system, please contact Diabetic Supply of Suncoast, Inc.

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ THIS BEFORE USING The following basic safety precautions should always be taken. 1. Close supervision is necessary when the device is used by, on, or near children, handicapped persons or invalids. 2. Use the device only for the intended use described in this manual. 3.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Appearance of the Test Strip PREPARATIONS BEFORE USE Battery Installation and Replacement Setting the Monitor BLOOD GLUCOSE MEASUREMENT Important Information Possible Interferences Calibration Checking with Advocate™ Control Solution Important Control Solution Information Do a Control Solution Test Testing Your Blood Glucose Reading Your Result...
  • Page 5 Comparing Monitor and Laboratory Results BLOOD PRESSURE MEASUREMENT Suggestions Before Measuring Correct Application of the Pressure Cuff Testing Your Blood Pressure Reading Your Result MONITOR MEMORY Viewing Results on the Monitor Viewing Results on a Personal Computer TAKE CARE OF YOUR MONITOR & STRIP Cleaning Storage PROBLEM-SOLVING GUIDE...

  • Page 6: Before You Start

    BEFORE YOU START Warnings and Precautions The Advocate Duo™ TD-3223A/B System is designed for use on individuals age16and above. It shall NOT be used: To diagnose newborns with diabetes. On infants or persons who cannot communi - cate. This device does NOT serve as a cure of any symptoms or diseases.

  • Page 7: Health Information

    60%*. The results you get with the Advocate Duo™ TD-3223A/B system can help you and your healthcare professional monitor and adjust your treat- ment plan to gain better control of your diabetes.

  • Page 8: Blood Pressure

    Blood Pressure Blood Pressure Clinical studies show that the adult diabetes is often accompanied by elevating blood pressure. People with diabetes can reduce their heart risk by managing their blood pressure along with diabetes treatment* Knowing your routine blood pressure trend tells whether your body is in good condition or not.

  • Page 9: About This System

    ABOUT THIS SYSTEM Intended Use The Advocate Duo TD-3223A/B system is a 2 in 1 system designed to measure blood glucose outside of human body, and to measure blood pressure non-invasively. It is intended for use in the home and in clinical settings. It shall not be used for the diagnosis of diabetes and hypertension, or for testing of newborns.

  • Page 10: Alternative Site Testing

    Alternative Site Testing (AST) Important: There are limitations for doing AST. Please consult your healthcare professional before you do AST. What is AST? Alternative site testing (AST) means that people use parts of the body other than fingertips to check their blood glucose levels.
  • Page 11 ABOUT THIS SYSTEM When to use AST? Food, medication, illness, stress and exercise can affect blood glucose levels. Capillary blood at fingertip reflects these changes faster than capillary blood at other sites. Therefore when testing blood glucose dur- ing or immediately after meal, physical exercise, or any other event, take blood sample from your finger only.

  • Page 12: Contents Of The System

    The above products have been designed, tested, and proven to work together as a system to produce accurate blood glucose test results. Use only Advocate Duo™ TD-3223 test strips and Advocate™ control solution with your Advocate Duo™ TD-3223A/B Monitor. NOTE ! Check your system to be sure that it is unopened prior to use and that it contains all parts listed above.

  • Page 13: Appearance And Key Function Of The Monitor

    ABOUT THIS SYSTEM Appearance and Key Function of the Monitor Test Slot is where you insert the test strip. Talking Symbol indicates that the monitor has speaking function. M Button is used to enter the memory and to assist setting. Button is a power button for blood pressure measurement.

  • Page 14: Lcd Display

    LCD Display Memory Mode Symbol Voice Symbol Temperature Symbol Blood Drop Symbol Test Strip Symbol Test Result & Error Message Good Symbol Day Average Result Systolic Pressure Pulse Rate Units for Blood Glucose Battery Symbol Units for Blood Pressure Result Indicators Diastolic Pressure Code Control Mode Symbol...

  • Page 15: Appearance Of The Test Strip

    ABOUT THIS SYSTEM Appearance of the Test Strip Your system measures the amount of sugar (glucose) in whole blood. Blood is applied to the absorbent hole of the test strip and is automati - cally drawn into the reaction cell where the reaction takes place. The test strip consists of the following parts: Contact Bars Insert this end of the test strip into the monitor.

  • Page 16: Preparations Before Use

    PREPARATIONS BEFORE USE Battery Installation and Replacement Use ONLY 1.5V AAA size alkaline batteries for best performance and longest life. When the power is getting low, the monitor will remind you by displaying two different messages: 1. Battery Symbol appears with your test result.
  • Page 17 PREPARATIONS BEFORE USE Make sure the monitor is off when replacing the batteries. Step 1 Press the buckle on bat- tery cover and lift up to remove cover. Step 2 Replace with two new 1.5V AAA alkaline batteries and close the cover.

  • Page 18: Setting The Monitor

    Setting the Monitor Time, date, units, memory deletion, speaking function (optional) can be set in the monitor. Two keys are involved: Set button and M button. Step 1 Press Step 2 Year the Set button flashes first. to start setting. Step 3 Press Step 4 Date the M button to...
  • Page 19 Step10 Speak- Step11 Lan- ing volume guage flashes. number flashes. Follow Step3 for Follow Step3 for changes. changes. Please remember: Number can be advanced faster by holding down the M button. While setting speaking volume, number 0 indicates that the speaking function is off, where “...

  • Page 20: Blood Glucose Measurement

    BLOOD GLUCOSE MEASUREMENT Important Information 1. Do not use expired test strips and control solutions for test. Failure to do so will lead to error reading. 2. Test results below 60mg/dL* (3.3mmol/L) indicates hypoglycemia, which means abnormally low glucose level. If higher than 240* mg/dL (13.3mmol/L), symptoms of hyperglycemia might occur.

  • Page 21: Calibration

    BLOOD GLUCOSE MEASUREMENT Calibration When using the system for the first time, or before using a new vial of test strips, you will need calibration, which can be easily done by selecting the code number from the monitor. Code selection can be ap - proached when the monitor is off, or when the monitor has a test strip inserted.
  • Page 22 Selecting code when the monitor has a test strip inserted Step 1 Insert the test strip and wait until the code number flashes. Step 2 Press the Code button to se- lect code number while the number is flashing. Step 3 Press the M button to set the code or wait 5 seconds for auto-save.

  • Page 23: Checking With Advocate™ Control Solution

    BLOOD GLUCOSE MEASUREMENT Checking with Advocate™ Control Solutions Advocate™ control solutions contain a known amount of glucose that re - acts with test strips. By comparing your control solution test results with the expected range printed on the test strip vial label, it is able to check that the monitor and the test strips are working together as a system and that you are performing the test correctly.

  • Page 24: Important Control Solution Information

    (86°F). Do not refrigerate. PLEASE NOTE The control solution range printed on the test strip vial is for Advocate™ control solution only. It is used to test monitor and test strip performance. It is not recommended range for your blood glucose level.

  • Page 25: Do A Control Solution Test

    Do a Control Solution Test Take a test strip out with clean and dry hands first. Step 1 Insert Test Strip and Check the Code Number Be sure the code number on the dis - play matches the code number on the test strip vial.
  • Page 26 BLOOD GLUCOSE MEASUREMENT Step 3 Obtain Control Solution Shake the control solution vial well be- fore squeezing. Discard the first drop, wipe off the dispenser tip and squeeze the second one into a fingertip. Step 4 Apply Control Solution Move your finger (with control solu tion on it) close to the absorbent hole.

  • Page 27: Testing Your Blood Glucose

    Testing Your Blood Glucose Wash and dry your hands fist before starting. To test your blood glucose, you will need: the monitor, test strips, the lancing device, and lancets. Step 1 Set the lancing device Remove the cap of the lancing device. Insert a lancet into the lancet holder and push down firmly until it is fully seated.
  • Page 28 BLOOD GLUCOSE MEASUREMENT Step 2 Insert the test strip and check the code number Take a test strip out with clean and dry hands first. Insert a test strip with contact bars end first and the “ ” side of the test trip facing up into the test slot.
  • Page 29 Step 3 Get a drop of blood Select the puncture site either in finger or limbs. Clean the puncture site with 70% alcohol cotton and let it air dry. Fingertip Hold the lancing device firmly against the side of your finger. Press the re lease button.
  • Page 30 BLOOD GLUCOSE MEASUREMENT Step 4 Apply blood into the test strip When flashes on the display, hold and touch the absorbent hole of test strip to the drop of blood until the confirmation window is completely filled. Step 5 Read a result Your test result appears after the moni - tor counts to 0.

  • Page 31: Reading Your Result

    Reading Your Result Your glucose test result comes along with indicators that transfer special messages for your reference. Message What it means appears when your result is below mea - surement limit, which is less than 20 mg/dL (1.1 mmol/L). flashes when your result is between 20 and 69 mg/dL (1.1 to 3.8 mmol/L).

  • Page 32: Comparing Monitor And Laboratory Results

    BLOOD GLUCOSE MEASUREMENT Comparing Monitor and Laboratory Results Test results from the monitor and laboratory are both expressed in plasma- equivalent units. However, the result you obtain from your monitor may dif fer somewhat from your laboratory result due to normal variation. Monitor results can be affected by factors and conditions that do not affect labora - tory results in the same way.
  • Page 33 Therefore, it is best to fast for eight hours before doing comparison tests. Factors such as the amount of red blood cells in the blood (a high or low hematocrit) or the loss of body fluid (severe dehydration) may also cause a meter result to be different from a laboratory result.

  • Page 34: Blood Pressure Measurement

    Suggestions Before Measuring 1. Avoid caffeine, tea, alcohol, and cigarettes at least 30 minutes before measurement. 2. Wait 30 minutes after exercising or bathing before measurement. 3. Sit down for at least 10 minutes before measuring. 4. Do not measure when feeling anxious or tense. 5.

  • Page 35: Testing Your Blood Pressure

    Testing Your Blood Pressure Step 1 Sit down for at least 10 minutes before measuring. Step 2 Apply the wrist cuff according to page 32. Step 3 Press the button and place your arm in front of your chest. Relax and make sure the device is at the same height as your heart.
  • Page 36 Step 5 Read a result. The monitor displays the systolic pres sure, diastolic pressure, and heart rate along with Date/Time. Press button to switch off . Or it will switch off automati - cally after 3 minutes. Please remember: It is extremely important that you put the device at the same level of the heart.

  • Page 37: Reading Your Result

    Reading Your Result Your blood pressure result comes with indicators that transfer special messages for your reference. Message What it means appears when your result is at reference range: systolic pressure between 100 and 140 mmHg; diastolic pressure between 70 and 90 mmHg.

  • Page 38: Monitor Memory

    MONITOR MEMORY Your monitor stores the most recent 450 test results, and also provides the average of the blood glucose test results currently stored. Please follow the steps listed below to review those results. View Results on the Monitor Recall the Stored Test Results: Step 1 When the monitor is “off”, press and release the M button.
  • Page 39 Read the Average of Blood Glucose Results: Step 1 When the monitor is off, keep pressing the M button for 3 seconds. The 7-day average of blood glucose results will be shown first. Step 2 Press the M button once by once to review the 14-, 21-, 28-, 60- and 90- day average in order.

  • Page 40: Viewing Results On A Personal Computer

    Step1 Install Software Install Health Care System Software on your Computer by following the instructions provided on Advocate’s website: www.dsosi.com. Step2 Connect to Personal Computer Connect the interface cable to a serial port on the back of your computer With the monitor turned off, connect the Interface Cable to the Data Port located at the side of the monitor.

  • Page 41: Take Care Of Your Monitor & Strip

    TAKE CARE OF YOUR MONITOR & STRIP To avoid the monitor and test strips getting dirt, dust or other contaminants, please wash and dry your hands thoroughly before use. Cleaning 1.To clean the monitor exterior, wipe with a cloth moistened with tap water or a mild cleaning agent, then dry the device with a soft and dry cloth.

  • Page 42: Strip Storage

    2. Strip Storage Storage condition: 4°C-40°C,(39°F/104°F) below 85% relative humidity. Do NOT refrigerate. Store your test strips in the original vial only. Do not transfer to other container. Store test strip packages in a cool and dry place. Keep away from direct sun- light and heat.

  • Page 43: Control Solution Storage

    Do not bend, cut, or alter a test strip in any way. Keep the strip vial away from children since the cap and the test strip may be a choking hazard. If swallowed, prompt - ly see a doctor for help. 3.

  • Page 44: Problem-Solving Guide

    TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM-SOLVING GUIDE Following is a summary of some display messages and symbols. These messages help to identify certain problems but do not appear in all cases when a problem has occurred. Improper use may cause an inaccurate result without pro - ducing an error message or a symbol.

  • Page 45: Error Message

    TROUBLESHOOTING If you follow the action recommended but the problem is still existed, or error messages other than the ones below appear, please call your local customer service. Do not try to repair by yourself. Error Message Message Cause What to Do Replace the batteries Batteries are dead.

  • Page 46: Problem In Operation

    Problem in Operation 1. Blood Glucose Measurement What happened? The monitor does not display a message after inserting a test strip. POSSIBLE CAUSE WH AT TO DO Batteries exhausted Replace the batteries. Batteries incorrectly Check that the batteries ar e installed or absent .
  • Page 47 What happened? If the control solution test result is out of range. POSSIBLE CAUSE WH AT TO DO Error in performing the test Read the instruction thoroughly and repeat the test again. Check if the code number on the display matches the code number Improper code number on the test strip vial Do not shake the control...
  • Page 48 TROUBLESHOOTING 2. Blood Pressure Measurement What happened? No display after pushing the button. POSSIBLE CAUSE WH AT TO DO Batteries exhausted. Replace the batteries. Batteries incorrectly installe d Check that the batteries ar e or absent . correctly installed. What happened? Heart rate is higher/lower than user’s average.

  • Page 49: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Model number: TD-3223 A/B Power source: Two 1.5V AAA size alkaline batteries Size of monitor w/o cuff: 6.3(L) x 7.5(W) x 4.0(H) cm Weight of monitor w/o cuff and batteries: 158g Memory: 450 measurement results with date & time...

  • Page 50: Symbol Information

    SYMBOL INFORMATION Symbol Referent In vitro diagnostic medical device Do not re-use Consult instructions for use Keep away from sunlight Keep dr Temperature limitatio Use by Date of manufacture Batch code Manufacture Serial number Caution, consult accompanying document Biological risks...

  • Page 51: When/What Do You Hear

    WHEN/WHAT DO YOU HEAR (Special for the monitor with speaking function) When a talking symbol is on the monitor, it means that the monitor provides speaking function. The following pictures tell you when and what the monitor “speaks”. Blood Glucose Measurement Insert a test strip to begin.

  • Page 52: Blood Pressure Measurement

    Blood Pressure Measurement Welcome music. The device is in inflation. Press to start. Thank you for using this product. Please relax during measurement. The device is in deflation with The systolic blood pressure is The diastolic blood pressure is flashing symbol.

  • Page 53: Summary Of Operation

    Keep out of direct sunlight and humidity. Warranty The Advocate Duo is warranted to be free of defects in material and workmanship for the period of one (1) year from the date of purchase. The warranty is not transferable. This warranty does...

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