Dexcom G4 Platinum User Manual page 63

NOTE: Skin preparation or adhesive products (Mastisol
optional. If you use an optional skin preparation or adhesive product,
place it on the skin in a "doughnut" shape where you will place the
sensor adhesive patch. Insert the sensor through the clean skin at the
center of the doughnut where it is free of skin preparation or adhesive
products. Let dry (skin may feel slightly sticky).
2. Remove the adhesive backing from the
sensor pod one half at a time, using
the white tabs on the backing. Hold the
sensor by the applicator barrel, and try
not to touch the sticky adhesive patch.
3. Place the sensor horizontally, NOT
vertically, on your skin.
4. M ove your fingers around the adhesive
patch to secure the tape to your skin.
5. Hold the applicator, and pull the safety lock straight out away from the
applicator, in the direction of the arrows in the picture.
Step 5. Remove the safety lock
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Step 2. Remove the
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