Cleaning/Disinfecting The Exterior - Roche CoaguChek XS System User Manual

Cleaning/Disinfecting the Exterior

• Use 10% bleach solution (1 part bleach and 9 parts
water) or 70% isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol) to
clean and disinfect the meter housing (the exterior of
the meter).
• Ensure that the blue test strip guide cover remains
tightly closed while cleaning the housing.
1. Clean/Disinfect the
Exterior
2. Dry the Exterior
With the meter turned
off, wipe the meter's
exterior clean.
• Do not let liquid
accumulate near any
opening. Make sure
that no liquid enters
the meter.
• With a lint-free tissue,
wipe away residual
moisture and fluids after
cleaning the housing.
• Allow wiped areas
to dry for at least
10 minutes before
performing a test.
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