Ascensia Diabetes Care US N1 Wireless Blood Glucose Monitoring System User Manual

Bayer HealthCare Diabetes Care Wireless Blood Glucose Monitoring System

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LINKWIRELESS BLOOD GLUCOSEMONITORING SYSTEMUSER GUIDE1M931600 Sherwin Ave.Des Plaines, IL 60018T 847.296.6000Contour Link User Guide MasterAlt#1 - 12/02/10 Color and Copy ChangesAlt#2 - 12/07/10 Copy ChangesAlt#3 - 12/15/10 RepaginationAlt#4 - 01/24/11 Copy ChangesAlt#5 - 01/28/11 Copy ChangesAlt#6 - 02/01/11 Copy ChangesAlt#7 - 02/07/11 Copy ChangesDATE:CLIENT:DESCRIPTION:SCHAWK JOB#:BAN#:SKU#:DIMENSIONS:PRINTER SPEC:V-7 ENGLISHPROCESS CYANPROCESS MAGENTAPROCESS YELLOWPROCESS BLACKPANTONE 144 CPANTONE 072 CPANTONE 201 CCOLORSFrutiger, Helvetica, Times, Zapf Dingbats, Berthold Akzidenz GroteskFONTSFebruary 7, 2011Bayer HealthCareContour Link User Guide Master905480CTS-103 Rev. 11/10N/A6.0" (H) x 4.0" (W)PUSG0517 REV BCTS-103_CntrLINK_UG_Master_FpB4_v7.indd   ofc1CTS-103_CntrLINK_UG_Master_FpB4_v7.indd   ofc1 2/7/11   3:59:49 PM2/7/11   3:59:49 PM
ImportantTestingOptionsExtras HelpThank you for choosing Bayer's CONTOUR® LINK blood glucose monitoring system! We are proud to be your partner in helping you manage your diabetes. The CONTOUR® LINK meter does much more than test your blood glucose — it automatically sends your blood glucose result to compatible* designated Medtronic partner devices using a wireless, radio frequency transmission. The CONTOUR LINK blood glucose monitoring system is intended for use by persons with diabetes in home settings for the measurement of glucose in whole blood, and is for single-patient use only. The CONTOUR LINK blood glucose monitoring system is indicated for use with capillary whole blood samples drawn from the fi ngertip. Critically ill patients (e.g. those with severe hypoten-sion or shock, hyperglycemic-hyperosmolar state, hypoxia, severe dehydration, diabetic ketoacidosis) should not be tested with blood glucose meters because inaccurate results may occur.Additional Materials • CONTOUR® Test Strips—Use for blood glucose or control solution testing. Supplied in a handy bottle with an easy-to-open fl ip-top lid.• MICROLET®2 Lancing Device—Use for fingertip puncture with Bayer's MICROLET lancet.•  BATTERIES—Use two 3-volt (DL2032 or CR2032) lithium batteries. Replace when necessary.For short simple instructions, a quick reference guide is also provided. It can be more convenient when traveling.*  For information on compatible Medtronic devices, contact  Medtronic Customer Service at 1-800-646-4633.Important Information ......................................................................2Your Testing Tools .............................................................................3Your Meter Display............................................................................4Important Safety Instructions ............................................................5Your Meter Features ..........................................................................6Important Things to Know ................................................................7First Things First: Talking to Your Compatible Medtronic Device ........... 8Before You Begin ..............................................................................9Getting Ready to Test ......................................................................10Getting the Blood Drop ...................................................................12 Fingertip Testing .....................................................................12Testing Your Blood ..........................................................................13Turning Off the Send Option for a Single Test Result........................15Cleaning and Disinfection ...............................................................18 Control Solution Testing ..................................................................23Setting Your Options .......................................................................26 Setting the Send Option, Time, Date, and Sound ....................26  Setting the Markers and Test Reminder Alarm ........................29  Setting the Test Reminder Alarm Time ....................................29Using the Markers and Test Reminder Alarm ...................................30Viewing Stored Results ....................................................................36Error Codes and Symbols ................................................................38Symptoms of High or Low Blood Glucose ........................................41Changing the Batteries ...................................................................42Caring for the System .....................................................................43Transferring Results to a Computer .................................................44Technical Information ......................................................................45Specifi cations ..................................................................................46Warranty ........................................................................................48Service and Supplies ........................................................................50Table of ContentsCTS-103_CntrLINK_UG_Master_FpB4_v7.indd   ifc2-1CTS-103_CntrLINK_UG_Master_FpB4_v7.indd   ifc2-1 2/7/11   3:59:51 PM2/7/11   3:59:51 PM
2ImportantNeed Help ?  Bayer Diabetes Care: 1-800-348-8100 3Importantwww.bayerdiabetes.com/usImportant InformationImportant InformationYour Testing ToolsWhen the Send option on the CONTOUR LINK meter is set to ON:This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2.  This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.Warning: Changes or modifi cations not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.FCC StatementThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harm-ful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:  - Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - I ncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver. -  If you need help, please contact the Bayer Diabetes Care Customer Service at 1-800-348-8100Your CONTOUR® LINK Meter:Test Strip PortUp/DownScroll ButtonsDisplayMemory Button(On/Off, Memory Recall, Enter)Your CONTOUR® Test Strip:Gray Electrode End: The end of the test strip that is inserted into the test strip port on the meter with the gray end facing up.Sample Tip: The end of the test strip where the blood is pulled in.Cocking EndRelease ButtonLancet HolderLancet Protective CapAdjustable Endcap(FINGERTIPS)Your MICROLET ®2 Lancing Device:CTS-103_CntrLINK_UG_Master_FpB4_v7.indd   2-3CTS-103_CntrLINK_UG_Master_FpB4_v7.indd   2-3 2/7/11   3:59:51 PM2/7/11   3:59:51 PM
4ImportantNeed Help ?  Bayer Diabetes Care: 1-800-348-8100 5Importantwww.bayerdiabetes.com/usYour Meter DisplayYour Meter DisplayThe picture below shows all the symbols that will appear on your meter display. When the meter is off, press and continue holding the ▲ or ▼ button. All segments will be displayed and remain on while holding the button down for 10 seconds. Repeat as needed to compare your meter to the display shown below. While all characters are displayed, it is most important to verify that   is fully displayed. If it is not, see Error Codes and Symbols (page 40). This may affect the way you see your results. or   will appear if the meter is in 12 hour setup. Center area on the display that shows either your test result or any error codes.Top area on the display presenting date and time.Control result marker.Displays the date format.Results are displayed along with the preset units of measure. The 7 appears when viewing the number of results over the past 7 days.Indicates it is too cold or too hot for your meter to test accurately.Average.Indicates the batteries are low and need to be changed.Indicates the meter is ready to test.Identifi es a test result as unique or different.Post-meal result marker.Pre-meal result marker.Indicates an alarm has been set.Indicates beeper is turned on.Indicates Send option is turned on.Important Safety InstructionsThe CONTOUR® LINK meter and MICROLET®2 lancing device are intended for self-testing of blood glucose by people with diabetes to monitor their blood sugar in whole blood.The  MICROLET®2 lancing device included in this kit is not intended for use on multiple patients by healthcare professionals.Neither the CONTOUR® LINK meter nor the MICROLET®2 lancing device or lancets should be used with more than one person due to the risk of infection. The meter and lancing device are for single patient use. Do not share them with anyone including other family members. Do not use on multiple patients.After fi rst use, all parts of the CONTOUR® LINK kit are considered contaminated with body fl uids (blood) and could potentially transmit infectious diseases, even after you have performed the recommended cleaning and disinfection process.Used test strips and lancets are possible biohazards and must be disposed of properly.Always wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling the meter, lancing device, or test strips.Important Safety InstructionsWARNING: •  The meter and lancing device are for single patient use. Do not share them with anyone including other family members! Do not use on multiple patients!1, 2 •  All parts of the kit are considered biohazardous and can potentially transmit infectious diseases, even after you have performed cleaning and disinfection.For complete instructions on cleaning and disinfecting your meter and lancing device, please see page 18.CTS-103_CntrLINK_UG_Master_FpB4_v7.indd   4-5CTS-103_CntrLINK_UG_Master_FpB4_v7.indd   4-5 2/7/11   3:59:53 PM2/7/11   3:59:53 PM
6ImportantNeed Help ?  Bayer Diabetes Care: 1-800-348-8100 7Importantwww.bayerdiabetes.com/usImportant Things to KnowYour Meter FeaturesProgrammed: Your CONTOUR LINK meter has been pre-set at the factory with the standard date and time. To change these settings or to use advanced meter features, such as meal markers, read through the Options section of your User Guide. Easy: The CONTOUR LINK blood glucose monitoring system is all about simplicity. You will notice its uncomplicated approach the fi rst time you see it. Simple things like the use of three large buttons and a clear display are sure to make this your favorite meter right from the start.Automatic: You no longer have to worry about coding your meter or marking a control test result. The CONTOUR LINK meter does it automatically. It will even tell you when a test strip is under-fi lled.Makes Sense: You will fi nd features asked for by customers just like you. Practical features like a fast test time, a very small blood sample size, and a simple testing procedure (No CodingTM technology!) make the CONTOUR LINK meter your meter.Convenient: Your CONTOUR LINK meter takes up about as much room in your pocket or bag as your key ring. The meter’s small size, sleek design, and ease of use allow you to take it everywhere. You will be likely to test more often, which can mean better control of your diabetes.“Talks” to Your Compatible Medtronic Device: Your CONTOUR LINK meter has the ability to automatically send your glucose result directly to your compatible Medtronic MiniMed Paradigm Insulin Pump. This eliminates the need to manually enter your blood glucose result into the insulin pump’s  Bolus Wizard® Calculator, which calculates an estimated bolus to support your food intake or to correct a high blood glucose. Your  CONTOUR LINK meter can also send your fingertip blood glucose result directly to your compatible MiniMed Paradigm or Guardian REAL-Time CGM System, eliminating the need to manually enter the result when calibrating the system.Your Meter FeaturesImportant Things to KnowYour CONTOUR LINK blood glucose meter is specifi c for glucose and has been referenced to plasma/serum values. Methods calibrated to plasma/serum can be 9% to 15% higher than the results of whole blood glucose assay methods.  Always keep the test strips in the original bottle. Tightly close the bottle immediately after removing a test strip. The bottle is specially designed to provide a dry environment for the test strips. Extended exposure to room humidity from leaving the bottle open or not storing the test strips in the original bottle will damage your test strips.  Avoid excessive “milking” of your fi nger when forming a drop of blood and test immediately after forming the blood drop.  DO NOT use a test strip that appears damaged or has been used. Test strips are for single use only.IMPORTANT NOTE: Your meter has been preset and locked to display results in mg/dL (milligrams of glucose per deciliter). Test results in mg/dL will never have a decimal point. In some countries, the meters are preset to display units in mmol/L (millimoles of glucose per liter). Results in mmol/L will always have a decimal point. Check your display to ensure that results are being displayed in the expected units; if they are not, contact Bayer Diabetes Care Customer Service at 800-348-8100. Example:  or IMPORTANT: When a low battery warning displays on the meter, replace the battery as soon as possible to avoid a test result not being stored in the meter memory.CTS-103_CntrLINK_UG_Master_FpB4_v7.indd   6-7CTS-103_CntrLINK_UG_Master_FpB4_v7.indd   6-7 2/7/11   3:59:53 PM2/7/11   3:59:53 PM
8ImportantNeed Help ?  Bayer Diabetes Care: 1-800-348-8100 9Importantwww.bayerdiabetes.com/usBefore You BeginFirst Things First: Talking to Your Compatible Medtronic DeviceYour CONTOUR LINK meter is already set with the Send option turned on. (To turn the option off, see page 26.) Every time the meter displays a new blood glucose test result, the result is automatically sent to your compatible Medtronic device. However, your Medtronic device will only accept the glu-cose result if the Meter Option in your device’s Utilities  Menu is set to On and you have programmed the device with the meter’s ID (serial) number. Up to three different meter ID numbers, can be accepted. See your Medtronic device addendum that is included in your device box.1.  Program your meter ID number into your compatible Medtronic device. The ID number is the serial number found on the left side of the back label of your meter. It is a 6-digit numeric or alphanumeric number (0–9, A–F); for example, 1204620 or B12B3C. See the User Guide for your Medtronic device for complete information on this step.2.  Set your meter to the same time and date as your Medtronic device (see page 27 in this User Guide).The Medtronic device can receive a glucose result only if you have entered your meter’s ID number into the device. Conversely, no one else’s insulin pump or continuous glucose monitoring system can receive your glucose result, unless your meter ID number has been entered into that device. The meter uses a wireless signal to send the blood glucose result to the Medtronic device. However, the Send option must be set to ON (see page 26) and the meter and Medtronic device must be within 4 feet of each other. If you are not using the link functionality on your Medtronic device, you may want to turn the Send option off to save battery power.Talking to Your Compatible Medtronic DeviceBefore You Begin1.  Have all the materials you will need ready before you begin testing. This includes your CONTOUR LINK meter, the CONTOUR test strips, and the MICROLET2 lancing device with MICROLET lancets. You may also need CONTOUR control solution to run a quality control check.2.  Read your User Guide and all instructional materials provided in your meter kit before testing.3.  Let the meter and test strips adjust to the temperature of the location where you are testing. Whenever the meter is moved from one location to another, allow 20 minutes for the meter to adjust to the temperature of that new location before performing a blood glucose test.4.  It is important not to use the test strips or control solution if the expiration date printed on the bottle label and carton has passed or if it has been six months (180 days) since you fi rst opened the control solution bottle. It will help to write the six month discard date on the label in the area provided when you fi rst open the control solution.5.  Before testing, always wash your hands thoroughly with warm soapy water and dry them well.CTS-103_CntrLINK_UG_Master_FpB4_v7.indd   8-9CTS-103_CntrLINK_UG_Master_FpB4_v7.indd   8-9 2/7/11   3:59:53 PM2/7/11   3:59:53 PM
Twist off the lancet cap. Be sure to save it for disposing of the used lancet. Testing10 Need Help ?  Bayer Diabetes Care: 1-800-348-8100Testing11www.bayerdiabetes.com/usGetting Ready to TestGetting Ready to TestGetting Ready to Test:Read the insert for the MICROLET2 lancing device for complete instructions. Before testing, always wash your hands thoroughly with warm soapy water and dry them well. Replace the device endcap. Remove a test strip from the bottle. Tightly close the bottle lid immediately after you have removed the test strip.NOTE: Check the expiration date. Make sure the test strip does not appear torn or damaged.Tightly close the bottle lid immediately after you have removed the test strip. Excess moisture could damage the test strip.Hold the test strip with the gray end facing up.Insert the gray end into the test strip port on the meter. No need to enter a code!Check battery status. If bat-tery shows low, see page 42.The meter will turn on. A test strip with a fl ashing blood drop will appear, letting you know the meter is ready to test, and the Send arrow ( ) will show that the meter is set to send the result to your compatible Medtronic device.Remove the endcap from the  MICROLET2 lancing device. Rotate (do not remove) the protective cap on a lancet ¼ turn.Insert the lancet fi rmly until it comes to a full stop. This will “cock” the device.NOTE: You can also pull and release the cocking end to “cock” the device. CTS-103_CntrLINK_UG_Master_FpB4_v7.indd   10-11CTS-103_CntrLINK_UG_Master_FpB4_v7.indd   10-11 2/7/11   3:59:53 PM2/7/11   3:59:53 PM
 Shallow  Deep Puncture  PunctureTesting12 Need Help ?  Bayer Diabetes Care: 1-800-348-8100Testing13www.bayerdiabetes.com/usTesting Your BloodGetting the Blood DropGetting the Blood Drop:Fingertip Testing — The depth of the puncture depends  upon the adjustable endcap setting you choose and the amount of pressure applied to the puncture site. You should determine which combination works best.Press the endcap fi rmly  against the puncture site and press the blue release button.Wait a few seconds. Stroke your hand and finger towards the puncture site to form a drop of blood. Do not squeeze around the puncture site.Test immediately after you have formed a blood drop.Immediately touch the tip of the test strip to the drop of blood. The blood is pulled into the test strip through the tip.Do not press the tip against the skin or place the blood on top of the test strip.Hold the tip of the test strip in the blood drop until the meter beeps. After the beep, you will see the meter count down the fi ve seconds until the test is complete and your result is displayed.Testing Your Blood:CTS-103_CntrLINK_UG_Master_FpB4_v7.indd   12-13CTS-103_CntrLINK_UG_Master_FpB4_v7.indd   12-13 2/7/11   3:59:59 PM2/7/11   3:59:59 PM
Testing14 Need Help ?  Bayer Diabetes Care: 1-800-348-8100Testing15www.bayerdiabetes.com/usTurning off the Send option for a Single Test ResultYour test result will begin  flashing to indicate that it is being sent to your Medtronic device. It will continue to flash for at least 5 seconds (up to 60 seconds), until the meter receives a message from the Medtronic device that the result has been received. If your result does not fl ash, check to be sure the Send option is turned on (see page 26).The test result will also be automatically stored in the meter memory.If you have set your meter to use the special marker options (see page 29), the markers must be selected while the result is still being displayed, beforeremoving the strip or turning the meter off.NOTES:1.  A result of “LO” or “HI” will not be sent to the Medtronic device, even when the Send option is on. Results of 10-19 mg/dL will be sent to the Medtronic device; however the device will ignore these results (they will not be displayed).2.  Important: Always check the display on your Medtronic device to ensure that the glucose result shown agrees with the meter display.3.  Do not attempt to insert a new test strip until the display stops flashing. Doing so will cause the transmission to be stopped.Testing Your BloodIf you want to stop the transmission of a result (if it has not been accepted by the Medtronic device in 5 seconds), press M. The transmission will be cancelled. Be aware that the result cannot be resent later.Turning off the Send option for a Single Test ResultIf you do NOT want to send a blood test result to your Medtronic device, you can turn off the Send option for a single test. You may want to do this if you do not want to create a wireless signal (for example, if you have been asked to turn off all electronic devices on an aircraft).1.    Insert a test strip into the meter  to turn the meter on.  Before you begin your test, press and hold the ▲ or ▼ key until “ ” is displayed. The   displayed next to the date will disappear, indicating that the Send option is temporarily turned off.2.  Test your blood as usual. The result will not fl ash, indicating  that it is not being sent.3.   When you turn the meter on to perform another test, the Send option will again be on (the   will be displayed).Stopping a Result While it is Being SentCTS-103_CntrLINK_UG_Master_FpB4_v7.indd   14-15CTS-103_CntrLINK_UG_Master_FpB4_v7.indd   14-15 2/7/11   4:00:06 PM2/7/11   4:00:06 PM
Testing16 Need Help ?  Bayer Diabetes Care: 1-800-348-8100Testing17www.bayerdiabetes.com/usTo turn your meter off, simply remove the test strip. Carefully dispose of the used test strip in an appropriate waste container. (The meter will automatically turn off after three minutes if you do not remove the test strip.)NOTE: If the glucose result is still being sent to your Medtronic device, the meter will not turn off until the transmission is complete.WARNING•  Test your blood again if your test result is below 50 mg/dL, above 250 mg/dL, or if you see “LO” or “HI” on the meter display. If your glucose level is still below 50 mg/dL, above 250 mg/dL, or shows as “LO” or “HI”, call your physician or healthcare professional immediately.•  Do not change your medication based on CONTOUR LINK blood glucose results without the advice of your physician or healthcare professional.Expected Values: Blood sugar values will vary depending on food intake, medication dosages, health, stress, or activity. Non diabetic expected values are 75 to 110 mg/dL fasting.1 You should consult with your healthcare provider for expected values specifi c to your needs.Testing Your BloodTesting Your BloodRemoving the used lancet: In one hand, hold the lancing device with your thumb on the grip indent, with your other hand, hold the gray endcap dial as shown, and gently snap off the endcap.Place the round protective lan-cet cap on a fl at surface with the Bayer logo facing down. With the used lancet still in the lancing device, push the lan-cet needle completely into the middle of the exposed side of the cap.While (a) pressing the blue re-lease button, (b) pull the blue cocking handle, and the lancet will drop into the container you have selected.Dispose of the used lancet carefully to prevent injury or contamination to others.Do not reuse lancets. Use a new MICROLET® lancet each time you test.CTS-103_CntrLINK_UG_Master_FpB4_v7.indd   16-17CTS-103_CntrLINK_UG_Master_FpB4_v7.indd   16-17 2/7/11   4:00:07 PM2/7/11   4:00:07 PM
Testing18 Need Help ?  Bayer Diabetes Care: 1-800-348-8100Testing19www.bayerdiabetes.com/usCleaning Your MeterDisinfecting Your MeterSupplies Necessary for Cleaning:> Mild detergent> Paper towels1.  If the meter is soiled, clean with a drop of mild detergent on a moist (not wet) paper towel. Do not allow cleaning solution to run into the meter through areas such as the data or strip ports or around the buttons. Wipe away any detergent residue and dry as necessary with a clean paper towel.Supplies Necessary for Disinfecting:>  Household bleach spray with1.84% sodium hypochlorite> Paper towels> Cotton swabs> Timing device1.  Before disinfecting, if the meter is soiled it must be cleaned as described above in CLEANING YOUR METER.DO NOT SPRAY BLEACH DIRECTLY ON YOUR METER2.  To disinfect, spray a clean and dry paper towel with bleach spray until wet but not dripping.Cleaning and Disinfecting Your MeterCleaning and DisinfectionYour  CONTOUR® LINK system should be cleaned and disinfected as recommended.Cleaning is the removal of visible dirt and debris, but does not reduce the risk for transmission of infectious diseases. Your CONTOUR® LINK system should be cleaned of dirt and debris as needed.Disinfecting (if performed properly) reduces the risk of transmitting infectious diseases. It should be disinfected at least once a month or when contamination with blood is suspected or is visible and before anyone assists you with the testing of your blood glucose.For more assistance call: 1-800-348-8100www.bayerdiabetes.com/usMore information can be found at:http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/AlertsandNotices/ ucm224025.htmhttp://www.cdc.gov/injectionsafety/Fingerstick-DevicesBGM.htmlCleaning and DisinfectionCTS-103_CntrLINK_UG_Master_FpB4_v7.indd   18-19CTS-103_CntrLINK_UG_Master_FpB4_v7.indd   18-19 2/7/11   4:00:11 PM2/7/11   4:00:11 PM
Testing20 Need Help ?  Bayer Diabetes Care: 1-800-348-8100Testing21www.bayerdiabetes.com/usDisinfecting Your Meter (cont’d)3.  Wipe all exposed surfaces of the meter until wet. Do not allow disinfecting solution to run into the meter through areas such as the data or strip ports or around the buttons.WIPING CONTINUOUSLY, KEEP ALL METER SURFACES WET FOR 60 SECONDS.4.  To disinfect the test strip port, moisten a cotton swab with bleach spray and wipe all strip port surfaces until wet. Again, do not allow disinfecting solution to run into the meter.KEEP ALL STRIP PORT SURFACES WET FOR 60 SECONDS, WIPING CONTINUOUSLY.5.  Dry all meter surfaces and test strip port using a clean paper towel if needed.Disinfecting Your MeterCleaning Your Lancing DeviceSupplies Necessary for Cleaning:> Mild detergent> Paper towels1.  If the MICROLET®2 is soiled, clean with a drop of mild detergent on a moist (not wet) paper towel. Wipe away any detergent residue and dry as necessary with a clean paper towel.Disinfecting Your Lancing DeviceSupplies Necessary for Disinfecting:>  Household bleach spray with 1.84% sodium hypochlorite> Paper towels> Cotton swabs> Timing device1.  Before disinfecting, if the lancing device is soiled it must be cleaned as described above in CLEANING YOUR LANCING DEVICE.2.  To disinfect, spray a clean and dry paper towel with bleach spray until wet but not dripping.3.  Remove the end cap and lancet if present.Data PortTest Strip PortButtonsCleaning and Disinfecting Your Lancing DeviceCTS-103_CntrLINK_UG_Master_FpB4_v7.indd   20-21CTS-103_CntrLINK_UG_Master_FpB4_v7.indd   20-21 2/7/11   4:00:11 PM2/7/11   4:00:11 PM
Testing22 Need Help ?  Bayer Diabetes Care: 1-800-348-8100Testing23www.bayerdiabetes.com/usDisinfecting Your Lancing Device (cont’d)4.  Wipe all exposed surfaces of the lancing device until wet.WIPING CONTINUOUSLY, KEEP ALL LANCING DEVICE SURFACES WET FOR 60 SECONDS.Disinfecting Lancing DeviceControl Solution Testing:Use only Bayer’s CONTOUR® control solutions (Normal, Low, or High) with your CONTOUR meter. Using any-thing other than CONTOUR control solution could present incorrect results.Run a control test:• When using your meter for the fi rst time; • When you open a new vial of test strips; •  If you think your meter may not be working properly; or •  If you have repeated unexpected blood glucose results.Remove a test strip from the bottle.Tightly close the bottle lid immediately after you have removed the test strip. Excess moisture could damage the test strip.NOTE: Check the expiration and discard date. Make sure the test strip does not appear torn or damaged.Hold the test strip with the gray end facing up.Insert the gray end into the test strip port on the meter.Control Solution Testing5.  Moisten a cotton swab with bleach solution and wipe all internal and external surfaces of the end cap until wet.WIPING CONTINUOUSLY, KEEP ALL END CAP SURFACES WET FOR 60 SECONDS.6.  Dry all lancing device surfaces and end cap with a clean paper towel if needed.CTS-103_CntrLINK_UG_Master_FpB4_v7.indd   22-23CTS-103_CntrLINK_UG_Master_FpB4_v7.indd   22-23 2/7/11   4:00:11 PM2/7/11   4:00:11 PM
Testing24 Need Help ?  Bayer Diabetes Care: 1-800-348-8100Testing25www.bayerdiabetes.com/usControl Solution TestingThe meter will turn on. A test strip with a fl ashing blood drop will appear, letting you know the meter is ready to test.Gently rock the control bottle before opening to ensure it is mixed well. Squeeze a small drop of control solution on a clean nonabsorbent surface (such as a piece of wax paper). Do not apply the control solution to your fi nger nor directly to the test strip from the bot tle. Recap the bottle immediately.Immediately touch the tip of the test strip to the drop of control solution. The solution is pulled into the test strip through the tip.Hold the test strip in the drop until the meter beeps. After the beep, you will see the meter count down five seconds  until the test is complete and your control test result is displayed.The meter will automatically recognize and mark ( ) the control result for you.NOTE: The  does not indicate the control test result is within the specifi ed range.If your control test result is out of range, do not use your meter for blood glucose testing until you resolve the issue. See “What You Should Do” on page 40.Compare your control test result with the Normal Control Range printed on the test strip bottle label or on the bottom of the test strip box.NOTE: Low and High control range values can be found on the bottom of the test strip box.Control Solution TestingTo turn your meter off, simply remove the test strip. The result will automatically be marked with a   and stored in the meter memory. Control results will not be included in your 14 day blood glucose average or in the 7 day total. They are also not sent to your Medtronic device (the result does not fl ash).Carefully dispose of the used test strip. CTS-103_CntrLINK_UG_Master_FpB4_v7.indd   24-25CTS-103_CntrLINK_UG_Master_FpB4_v7.indd   24-25 2/7/11   4:00:14 PM2/7/11   4:00:14 PM
The time will now appear on the display. The number in the hour position will be fl ashing. Press ▲ or ▼ until you reach the correct time. Press M to set.The number in the minute position will now fl ash. Press ▲ or ▼ until you reach the correct minute. Press M to set.The AM or PM will now flash. Press  ▲ or ▼ to choose AM or PM.Press M to set.Setting the Date:The date will now appear on the dis-play. The year will be fl ashing. Press ▲ or ▼ to reach the current year. Press M to set.The month will now fl ash. Press ▲ or ▼ to reach the current month. Press M to set. The day will now fl ash. Press ▲ or ▼ to set the day. Press M to set.Options26 Need Help ?  Bayer Diabetes Care: 1-800-348-8100Options27www.bayerdiabetes.com/usSetting Your Options:You can set your meter to display different options. To get into the Setup mode, press and hold M for three seconds. A complete display will briefly ap-pear, then the Send option will be displayed.NOTE: You can exit the Setup mode at any time by pressing and holding M for 3 seconds. All selections you have made up to that point will be saved.Setting the Send Option:The Send arrow ( ) will be displayed at the top of the display and the word “ ” will be fl ashing.This option controls whether you want to send your test results to your Medtronic device.Press ▲ or ▼ to choose whether to turn the Send option on or off. (If you are not using the link functionality on your Medtronic device, you may want to turn the Send option off to save battery power.) Press M to set. Setting the Send OptionSetting the Time, Date, and SoundSetting the Time:CTS-103_CntrLINK_UG_Master_FpB4_v7.indd   26-27CTS-103_CntrLINK_UG_Master_FpB4_v7.indd   26-27 2/7/11   4:00:22 PM2/7/11   4:00:22 PM

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