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Blood Glucose Meter

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Page 1 Blood Glucose Meter Model: BG4117 Owner’s Manual...
Page 3 English Dear System Owner: Thank you for purchasing the Blood Glucose Meter. This manual provides important information to help you to use the system properly. Before using this product, please read the following contents thoroughly and carefully. Regular monitoring of your blood glucose levels can help you and your doctor gain better control of your diabetes.
Page 4: Before Use
IMPORTANT SAFTY INSTRUCTIONS READ BEFORE USE 1. Use this device ONLY for the intended use described in this manual. 2. Do NOT use accessories which are not speciﬁed by the manufacturer. 3. Do NOT use the device if it is not working properly or if it is damaged.
Page 5: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS BEFORE YOU BEGIN Important Information Intended Use Test Principle Meter Overview Display Screen Test Strip Setting the Meter THE FOUR MEASURING MODES TESTING WITH BLOOD SAMPLE Control Solution Testing Performing a Control Solution Test TESTING WITH BLOOD SAMPLE Preparing the Puncture Site Alternative Site Testing Performing a Blood Glucose Test...
Page 6: Before You Begin
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Important Information ● Severe dehydration and excessive water loss may cause readings which are lower than actual values. If you believe you are suffering from severe dehydration, consult a healthcare professional immediately. ● If your blood glucose results are lower or higher than usual, and you do not have any symptoms of illness, ﬁrst repeat the test.
Page 7: Intended Use
Intended Use This system is intended for use outside the body (in vitro diagnostic use) by people with diabetes at home and by health care professionals in clinical settings as an aid to monitoring the effectiveness of diabetes control. It is intended to be used for the quantitative measurement of glucose (sugar) in fresh whole blood samples (from the finger, palm, forearm and upper arm).
Page 8: Meter Overview
Meter Overview Display Screen Test Strip Ejector Eject the used strip by pushing this button up. Test Slot Insert test strip here to turn the meter on for testing. SET Button Enter and conﬁrm the meter settings. Data Port Download test results with a cable connection. Main Button Enter the meter memory and silence a reminder alarm.
Page 9: Display Screen
Display Screen Low battery symbol Measuring mode Test strip symbol Date Blood drop symbol Time Test result Day average Ketone warning Reminder alarm Error Message Face/Low/High symbol Memory symbol Measurement unit Control solution mode...
Page 10: Test Strip
Test Strip Absorbent Hole Apply a drop of blood Confirmation Window here. The blood will be This is where you confirm automatically absorbed. if enough blood has been applied to the absorbent hole in the strip. Test Strip Handle Hold this part to insert the test strip Contact Bars into the slot.
Page 11: Setting The Meter
Setting the Meter Before using your meter for the first time or if you change the meter battery, you should check and update these settings. Make sure you complete the steps below and have your desired settings saved. Entering the Setting Mode Start with the meter off (no test strip inserted).
Page 12 3. Setting the time With the hour flashing, press M button until the correct hour appears. Press SET. With the minute flashing, press M button until the correct minute appears. Press SET. 4. Deleting the memory With dEL and a flashing symbol on the display, press M button and select No to keep the results in memory then...
Page 13 If you do not want to set an alarm, press SET to skip this step. If you want to turn off an alarm, find the alarm number by pressing SET in the setting mode, press M button to change from ON to OFF . At the time of your alarm, the meter will beep and automatically turn on.
Page 14: The Four Measuring Modes
THE FOUR MEASURING MODES The meter provides you with four modes for measuring, General, AC, PC and QC. USE WHEN MODES any time of day without regard to time since last General meal (displays as Gen ) no food intake for at least 8 hours 2 hours after a meal testing with the control solution You can switch between each mode by:...
Page 15: Testing With Blood Sample
TESTING WITH BLOOD SAMPLE Control Solution Testing Our Control Solution contains a known amount of glucose that reacts with test strips and is used to ensure your meter and test strips are working together correctly. Test strips, control solutions, or sterile lancets may not be included in the kit (please check the contents on your product box).
Page 16 1. Insert the test strip to turn on the meter Insert the test strip into the meter. Wait for the meter to display the ambient temperature, 2. Press M to mark this test as a control solution test With displayed, the meter will not store your test result in memory.
Page 17 3. Apply control solution Shake the control solution vial thoroughly before use. Squeeze out a drop and wipe it off, then squeeze out another drop and place it on the tip of the vial cap. Hold the meter to move the absorbent hole of the test strip to touch the drop.
Page 18: Testing With Blood Sample
TESTING WITH BLOOD SAMPLE WARNING: To reduce the chance of infection: • Never share a lancet or the lancing device. • Always use a new, sterile lancet. Lancets are for single use only. • Avoid getting hand lotion, oils, dirt, or debris in or on the lancets and the lancing device.
Page 19: Fingertip Testing
● Fingertip testing Press the lancing device s tip firmly against the lower side of your fingertip. Press the release button to prick your finger, then a click indicates that the puncture is complete. ● Blood from sites other than the fingertip Replace the lancing device cap with the clear cap for AST.
Page 20: Alternative Site Testing
Alternative Site Testing You can test on a variety of locations on your body. Upper Arm Forearm Suggested Test Areas for the Hand Important: There are limitations with AST (Alternative Site Testing). Please consult your health care professional before you perform AST. When to use AST? Capillary blood at the fingertip reflects these changes faster than capillary blood at other sites.
Page 21: Performing A Blood Glucose Test
Performing a Blood Glucose Test You will need: Meter Test Strip Lancing Device Lancet 1. Insert the test strip to turn on the meter Wait for the meter to display 2. Select the appropriate measuring mode by pressing M For selecting the measurement mode, please refer to the FOUR MEASURING MODES .
Page 22 4. Apply the sample Gently apply the drop of blood to the absorbent hole of the test strip at a titled angle. Confirmation window should be completely filled if enough blood sample has been applied. Do NOT remove your finger until you hear a beep sound. NOTE: •...
Page 23 5. Read your result The result of your blood glucose test will appear after the meter counts down to 0. This blood glucose result will automatically be stored in the memory. (100 mg/dL = 5.6 mmol/L) 6. Eject the used test strip and remove the lancet To eject the test strip, point the strip at a disposal container for sharp items.
Page 24: Meter Memory
METER MEMORY The meter stores the 450 most recent blood glucose test results along with respective dates and times in its memory. To enter the meter memory, start with the meter switched off. Reviewing Test Results 1. Press and release M will appear on the display.
Page 25: Reviewing Blood Glucose Day Average Results
Reviewing Blood Glucose Day Average Results 1. Press and release M. When appears on the display, keep pressing M button for 3 seconds until the flashing appears. Release M button and then your 7-day average result measured in general mode will appear on the display.
Page 26: Downloading Results Onto A Computer
Downloading Results onto a Computer Data Transmission Via Cable You can use the meter with an USB cable and the Health Care Software System to view test results on your personal computer. To learn more about the Health Care Software System or to obtain an USB cable separately, please contact local customer services or the place of purchase for assistance.
Page 27: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE Battery Your meter comes with two 3V CR2032 lithium batteries. Low Battery Signal The meter will display one of the messages below to alert you when the meter power is getting low. 1. The appears along with display messages : The meter is functional and the result remains accurate, but it is time to change the batteries.
Page 28: Caring For Your Meter
NOTE: • Replacing the batteries does not affect the test results stored in the memory. • As with all small batteries, these batteries should be kept away from children. If swallowed, promptly seek medical assistance. • Batteries might leak chemicals if unused for a long time. Remove the batteries if you are not going to use the device for an extended period (i.e., 3 months or more).
Page 29: Important Control Solution Information
● Store test strip packages in a cool dry place. Keep away from direct sunlight and heat. ● After removing a test strip from the vial, immediately close the vial cap tightly. ● Touch the test strip with clean and dry hands. ●...
Page 30: System Troubleshooting
SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING If you follow the recommended action but the problem persists, or error messages other than the ones below appear, please call your local customer service. Do not attempt to repair yourself and never try to disassemble the meter under any circumstances. Result Readings MESSAGE WHAT IT MEANS...
Page 31: Error Messages
Error Messages MESSAGE WHAT IT MEANS WHAT TO DO Appears when the batteries cannot Replace the batteries provide enough power for a test. immediately. Appears when a used test strip is Repeat with a new test inserted strip. Appears when ambient temperature is System operation range is 10 °...
Page 32 MESSAGE WHAT IT MEANS WHAT TO DO Repeat the test with a new test strip. If the meter still does not Problem with the meter. work, please contact the customer service for assistance.
Page 33: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting 1. If the meter does not display a message after inserting a test strip: POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO Battery exhausted. Replace the battery. Test strip inserted upside down or Insert the test strip with contact incompletely. bars end first and facing up. Defective meter or test strips.
Page 34: Detailed Information
DETAILED INFORMATION The meter provides you with whole blood equivalent results. Time of day Normal plasma glucose range for people without diabetes (mg/dL) Fasting and before meal < 100 mg/dL (5.6 mmol/L) 2 hours after meals < 140 mg/dL (7.8 mmol/L) Source: American Diabetes Association (2010).
Page 35: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Model No.: Dimension & Weight: 96.5(L) x 54.3 (W) x 20.5 (H) mm, 55.4 g Power Source: two CR2032 lithium batteries Display: LCD Memory: 450 measurement results with respective date and time External Output: USB Auto electrode insertion detection Auto sample loading detection Auto reaction time count-down Auto switch-off after 3 minutes without action...
Page 40: Storage And Handling
312-4117000-001 Test Strips Blood Glucose Series Warnings For in vitro diagnostic use (for use outside of the body only). ► For single use only. ► Healthcare professionals and other users testing multiple patients with this system should handle ► everything that has comes into contact with human blood carefully to prevent transmitting infectious diseases, including sanitized objects.
Page 41: Testing Your Blood Glucose
Strip Appearance 1. Absorbent Hole Apply a drop of blood here. The blood will automatically be absorbed. 2. Confirmation Window This is where you confirm if enough blood has been drawn into the absorbent hole of the strip. 3. Test Strip Handle Hold this part to insert the test strip into the slot.
Page 42 Chemical Components > Glucose dehydrogenase (E. Coli ) > Electron shuttle > Enzyme protector > Non-reactive ingredients Additional Information for Healthcare Professionals Always wear gloves and follow your facility’s biohazard control policy and procedures when performing tests involving patient blood samples. Use fresh whole blood samples only. Professionals may use test strips to test capillary and venous whole blood.