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BGL40
GB
BLOOD PRESSURE AND
BLOOD GLUCOSE MONITOR
TWO IN ONE
Step by step
B
eurer GmbH. Söflinger Straße 218. 89077 Ulm. Germany. www.beurer-medical.com

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  • Page 1 BGL40 BLOOD PRESSURE AND BLOOD GLUCOSE MONITOR TWO IN ONE Step by step eurer GmbH. Söflinger Straße 218. 89077 Ulm. Germany. www.beurer-medical.com...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents of BGL40 mmol/L Blood Pressure and Blood Glucose Monitor Getting to know your instrument..........2 1.1 Contents and purchasing supplies ............2 1.2 Monitor functions................. 4 1.3 Health information ................5 1.4 Explanation of symbols ............... 6 Warning and safety information ..........8 Description of monitor and accessories........

  • Page 4: Getting To Know Your Instrument

    1.1 Contents and purchasing supplies Check that the external packaging of the Beurer BGL40 mmol/L monitoring sys- tem is undamaged and that all components are included.
  • Page 5 You can obtain test strips, control solution, lancets and lancing device without a prescription. Article 50 test strips REF 457.00 control solution MEDIUM REF 457.02 control solution HIGH REF 457.03 control solution LOW REF 457.04 100 lancets REF 457.01 Beurer BGL40 mmol/L...

  • Page 6: Monitor Functions

    • display of the ambient temperature and warning of unsuitable temperatures • change battery display when batteries are low Note • Do not use the monitor to diagnose diabetes but for regular blood glucose monitoring only. • Consult your doctor to set insulin dosages. Beurer BGL40 mmol/L...

  • Page 7: Health Information

    1 hour after meals Below 8.9 mmol/L 2 hours after meals Below 6.7 mmol/L Between 2 and 4 a.m. Over 3.9 mmol/L Source: Krall, L.P., and Beaser, R.S :Joslin Diabetes Manual. Philadelphia: Lea and Febiger (1989),1 8 Beurer BGL40 mmol/L...

  • Page 8: Explanation Of Symbols

    CIS countries Green Dot: German Maximum storage time dual waste disposal in months after opening system Contents sufficient for Batch <n> tests Sterilised by irradiation Order number /Art.-Nr. (lancets) Attention! Biohazard, danger of Read accompanying infection documentation Beurer BGL40 mmol/L...
  • Page 9 When measuring blood pressure do not talk. Blood glucose measurement unit The symbols in the Instructions for Use denote the following: WARNING Warning of risk of injury or health hazards CAUTION Safety information about possible damage to monitor and accessories Note Important information Beurer BGL40 mmol/L...

  • Page 10: Warning And Safety Information

    • The readings that you take may only be used for information pur- poses – they are not a substitute for a medical examination! Discuss your results with the doctor. Never use them to make medical deci- sions independently (e.g. regarding medication and dosage). Beurer BGL40 mmol/L...
  • Page 11 • Lipaemia effects: Elevated blood triglycerides up to 22.6 mmol/L have virtually no influence on the results. However, triglycerides above this level may influence the blood glucose test results. • Use only fresh whole capillary blood. Do not use serum or plasma. Beurer BGL40 mmol/L...
  • Page 12 • Do not use the test strips at altitudes above 3275 m. Note The Beurer BGL40 mmol/L monitor is suitable for measuring whole capillary blood. Storage and care WARNING •...
  • Page 13 • Never attempt to repair the monitor yourself. We can no longer guar- antee perfect functioning if you do. • If the monitor requires repair, please send it to our Customer Service. Beurer BGL40 mmol/L...
  • Page 14 Hg = battery contains mercury. • The monitor should be disposed of according to Regulation 2002/96/EC – WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment). In case of queries, please contact the munici- pal authorities responsible for waste disposal in your area. Beurer BGL40 mmol/L...

  • Page 15: Description Of Monitor And Accessories

    1: Wrist cuff 2: LCD display 3: ON/OFF button (Do not press button until the cuff is in position.) 4: Save button M 5: Slot for test strips 6: Code button 7: SET button 8: Battery compartment Beurer BGL40 mmol/L...
  • Page 16 7: High value (high) 16: Blood pressure unit mmHg 8: Low value (low) 17: Blood pressure unit kPa 9: Heart beat symbol 18: Diastolic blood pressure (DIA) 10: Pulse display, 19: Memory symbol average blood glucose 20: Display DIA Beurer BGL40 mmol/L...
  • Page 17 29: Temperature symbol 24: Replace battery symbol 25: DAY AVG for average reading 7,14,21,28,60,90 days Note The monitor is supplied with the following basic settings: • Blood pressure unit: mmHg • Blood glucose unit: mmol/L • Temperature unit: °C Beurer BGL40 mmol/L...

  • Page 18: Test Strips

    Read carefully the following information on the handling and storage of your test strips. All instructions must be followed to ensure that the test strips will give accu- rate test results. WARNING A test strip must be used only once and on only one patient. Beurer BGL40 mmol/L...
  • Page 19 • Use the test strip for measurement immediately on removal from the container. • Do not bend, cut or alter test strips in any way. • Do not use test strips for measurements if they have come into con- tact with liquids. Beurer BGL40 mmol/L...

  • Page 20: Operation And Basic Settings

    (see “4.2 Making basic settings“ page 19). Insert two new AAA 1.5 V alkaline batteries. Make absolutely sure that you insert them with the correct polarity as marked. Do not use rechargeable batteries. Replace the battery cover carefully Beurer BGL40 mmol/L...

  • Page 21: Making Basic Settings

    PM. Example: 'PM 1:00' for13:00 hours. Set the year (calendar up to 2049) by pressing the M button. Press the SET button. The month display starts blinking. Proceed in the same way for month, day, hour and minute. Beurer BGL40 mmol/L...

  • Page 22: Measuring Blood Pressure

    Rest for approx. 10 min- utes before each measurement. You should wait five minutes before measuring a second time. • Avoid coffee, tea, alcohol and cigarettes for at least 30 minutes before testing your blood pressure. Beurer BGL40 mmol/L...

  • Page 23: Positioning The Cuff

    1 cm below the ball of your thumb. The cuff has to be fitted tightly around the wrist but should not constrict it. CAUTION Always position the cuff before you start the test. Otherwise the monitor may be damaged. Beurer BGL40 mmol/L...

  • Page 24: Correct Posture

    “5.4 Evaluating blood pressure results” page 23. If an error message appears, read section "10 In the event of problems" page 41. Press the ON/OFF button . If you forget to switch off the monitor, it switches off automatically after approx. three minutes. Beurer BGL40 mmol/L...

  • Page 25: Evaluating Blood Pressure Results

    Have it checked by your doctor Systolic: below 105 mmHg Diastolic: below 60 mmHg Regular self-monitoring = normal Systolic: 105-140 mmHg Diastolic: 60-90 mmHg Have it checked by your high doctor Systolic: over 140 mmHg Diastolic: over 90 mmHg Beurer BGL40 mmol/L...

  • Page 26: Ensuring Blood Glucose Measurability

    Press and hold the button to make the process faster. After code 75 the monitor continues to count from code 51. Save the new code number with the M button. The monitor switches off automatically. Beurer BGL40 mmol/L...

  • Page 27: Checking Test Strips With Control Solution

    CAUTION Never use control solution from other manufacturers. It will be impossible to check that your Beurer blood glucose monitor operates correctly with other control solutions. When is a test with control solution recommended? •...
  • Page 28 CTL is shown on the display. Shake the control solution well before use. Unscrew the cap and squeeze out one drop. Wipe the first drop away and squeeze out another drop. Beurer BGL40 mmol/L...
  • Page 29 95% of all tests. WARNING The results range printed on the test strip container is only applicable to the control solution. It is not a recommended value for your blood glucose level. Beurer BGL40 mmol/L...
  • Page 30 Contact our Customer Service de- partment. WARNING If you receive repeated results outside the specified range with the con- trol solution, do not continue using the system to measure your blood glucose level. Contact our Customer Service department. Beurer BGL40 mmol/L...

  • Page 31: Measuring Blood Glucose

    • Blood samples from the fingerprints and samples from other parts of the body (AST) may have significantly different re- sults. Always consult your doctor before starting testing at other parts of the body. Beurer BGL40 mmol/L...
  • Page 32 Under compression the blood will be diluted with tissue fluid and the test result may be inaccurate. • Note that poor circulation at the puncture site, which may be the result of cold or disease, may lead to inaccurate results. Beurer BGL40 mmol/L...
  • Page 33 • 1 to 2: soft or thin skin • 3: normal skin • 4 to 5: thick or calloused skin Rotate the cap in the appropriate direction until the arrow indicates the desired puncture depth. Beurer BGL40 mmol/L...
  • Page 34 Maintain the pressure until the drop has a volume least 0.5 microlitre volume (approx. 1.2 mm, original size: ). Carefully remove the lancing device from the skin. Beurer BGL40 mmol/L...
  • Page 35 Carefully dispose of all blood samples and materials that have come into contact with them. This will prevent injury and infection of other people. Screw the cap (grey) on again. Beurer BGL40 mmol/L...

  • Page 36: Measuring Blood Glucose

    “7.3 Evaluating blood glucose results” page 35. If an error message appears, read section “10 In the event of problems” page 41. Remove the test strip from the monitor and dispose of it as directed to prevent infection of other persons. Beurer BGL40 mmol/L...

  • Page 37: Evaluating Blood Glucose Results

    33.3 mmol/L. Note If you suspect that the results are incorrect, first repeat the test and if necessary carry out a function test with control solution. If the question- able results continue, ask your doctor. Beurer BGL40 mmol/L...
  • Page 38 Ask your doctor. ketones 13.3 mmol/L and above Hi = severe hyperglycaemia Repeat test with a new test (very high blood sugar). strip. If it is the same as Over 33.3 mmol/L before, seek medical treat- ment immediately. Beurer BGL40 mmol/L...

  • Page 39: Memory

    The most recent result is displayed first and the oldest last. The monitor shows the date and time of the test alternately with the test result. The monitor must be switched off. Press M. Beurer BGL40 mmol/L...

  • Page 40: Displaying Average Blood Glucose Values

    The monitor must be switched off. Press and hold M for three seconds. The initial display is shown briefly. The average value for seven days is displayed. Press M again several times to display the averages for 14, 21, 28, 60 and 90 days. Beurer BGL40 mmol/L...

  • Page 41: Deleting Stored Values

    The monitor must be switched off. Press the SET button eight times slowly. Press M. dEL and the memory symbol blink on the display. Press M again. CLr ALL is displayed briefly, then OFF and the monitor automatically switches off. Beurer BGL40 mmol/L...

  • Page 42: Storage And Maintenance Of The Monitor

    • You should protect the monitor from moisture, dirt, dust, blood, control solution or water, major temperature fluctuations and direct sunlight. • Do not use the monitor in the vicinity of strong electromagnetic fields and keep it away from two-way radios and mobile telephones. Beurer BGL40 mmol/L...

  • Page 43: In The Event Of Problems

    Err 07 Systolic pressure out of Repeat test and do not move or talk range during the test. Err 08 Cuff pressure out of range Repeat test and do not move or talk during the test. Beurer BGL40 mmol/L...
  • Page 44 Insert a test strip into the monitor with the contacts pletely inserted or first. Make sure that the front of the test strip is facing wrong way around you (see "3.3 Test strips" page 16). Faulty monitor Contact Customer Service. Beurer BGL40 mmol/L...
  • Page 45 Repeat the test. Repeat test and do not move or talk during the test. Make sure your body position is correct during the test. You are not yet relaxed Rest for approx. 10 minutes. enough. Repeat the test. Beurer BGL40 mmol/L...

  • Page 46: Bgl40 Mmol/L Technical Specifications

    11 BGL40 mmol/L T ECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions 74 x 100 x 61 mm Weight 150 g (with batteries) Power supply 2 x 1.5V AAA alkaline batteries Battery life More than 350 blood pressure tests Storage capacity 480 stored results with date/time...
  • Page 47 A test with control solution is similar to a blood test. The difference is that a drop of control solution is used instead of a drop of blood. The test result with the control solution must be within the result range. The result range is printed on every test strip container. Beurer BGL40 mmol/L...
  • Page 48 Substance for regulating viscosity 15.0% Controls The Beurer BGL40 mmol/L monitoring system for self-testing conforms to the EU Medical Devices Directive, the German medical devices act (MPG) and European standards EN1060-1 (non-invasive blood pressure monitors, Part 1: general re- quirements), EN1060-3 (non-invasive blood pressure monitors, Part 3: supple-...

  • Page 49: Guarantee And Customer Service

    Claims must be made within a period of 3 years from the date of purchase to BEURER GmbH, Söflinger Str. 218, 89077 Ulm, Germany. In the case of claims against the guarantee, the customer has the right to have the product repaired by us or in a workshop authorised by us.

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