Removing The Sensor From Its Packaging - Dexcom G4 Platinum User Manual

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r Clean the bottom of the transmitter with a slightly damp cloth or isopropyl
alcohol wipe. Place the transmitter on a clean, dry cloth and air dry for 2-3
minutes.
r Make sure your blood glucose meter and receiver date and time match.
Sensors should be stored at temperatures between 2° C - 25° C.
You may store your sensors in the refrigerator if it is within this
temperature range. Sensors should not be stored in a freezer.
REVIEW THE SENSOR APPLICATOR
Review the sensor applicator picture below before using a new sensor.
Plunger
Applicator barrel
(contains small
introducer needle
and sensor)
Transmitter latch
Release tab
3.2

REMOVING THE SENSOR FROM ITS PACKAGING

The sensor is sterile in its unopened, undamaged package. Do
not use any sensor if its sterile package has been previously
damaged or opened.
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Safety lock
Collar
Sensor pod