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Thank you for choosing the Paradigm LinkTM Blood Glucose Monitor.This Owner’s Guide contains important information on the monitor and how it works. Please read it carefully before using your new monitor.The Paradigm Link™ Blood Glucose Monitor is designed to be convenientand easy to use. It gives accurate results in just 5 seconds using a very smallblood sample. This small blood sample allows you to use a thinner lancetbecause not as much blood is needed to do a blood sugar test. BD offers the thinnest lancet available with its BD Ultra-FineTM 33 Lancet, resulting in less pain. In addition, the new Paradigm Link™ Blood Glucose Monitor has memory that stores your blood sugar test results and has optional features,such as insulin recording and mealtime averaging, to help you and yourhealthcare professional manage your diabetes care. Additionally, the ParadigmLink™ is specifically designed to automatically transfer blood glucose readingsto an insulin pump. With the use of the USB cable, all information from yourinsulin pump can be downloaded and set from software.Helping people with diabetes live healthy lives has been BD’s goal for over 75 years. The Paradigm Link™ Blood Glucose Monitor is intended toprovide the comfort and convenience you need in managing your diabetes.Before you get started, it is important to complete the Warranty RegistrationCard included in your Kit and mail it back to BD. Doing this will help usbetter serve your needs.If you have any questions about your monitor, please call BD ConsumerServices toll-free, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, in the US at 1.888.BDCARES(1.888.232.2737)* or visit our website at www.bddiabetes.com.* NOT FOR EMERGENCY OR MEDICAL INFORMATION.Welcome
•Before you begin using your new Paradigm LinkTMBlood GlucoseMonitor, please read all of the instructions provided in this Owner’sGuide.•Use the monitor only if the protective seal on the box containing yourParadigm Link™ Blood Glucose Monitor is unbroken. •Perform all quality control checks recommended in your Owner’s Guide.•Consult with your diabetes healthcare professional and follow his or her guidance for your blood glucose monitoring routine. •These recommendations apply to all blood glucose monitors and are supported by the American Association of Diabetes Educators(AADE), the American Diabetes Association (ADA), the US Food andDrug Administration (FDA), and the Advanced Medical TechnologyAssociation (AdvaMed).For the Blood Glucose Meter with RF turned on:This device complies with the United States Federal Communications Commission and international standards for Electromagnetic Compatibility regarding its use.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 undesirable operation.Your Paradigm LinkTMBlood Glucose Monitor•Is intended for use outside the body (in vitro diagnostic use). •Should only be used with BD™ Test Strips and BD™ Control Solution.•Should be used for testing glucose (sugar) and only with fresh capillarywhole blood samples.•Should not be used to diagnose diabetes or to test newborns.•Should not be stored in the refrigerator or in the car.CAUTION:The Paradigm LinkTMBlood Glucose Monitor containssmall parts. Keep the monitor out of reach of small children and pets.Important Information !These standards are designed to provide reasonable protection againstexcessive radio frequency interference and prevent undesirable operation of the device from unwanted electromagnetic interference. Operation issubject to the following two conditions:This device has been tested and found to comply with the regulations governing such devices in your area. For the specific regulation and test results for your area, please contact your local BD representative.This device generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if installed and used in accordance with the instruction, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. If the device does cause interference to radio or television reception, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:-Reorient or relocate the Blood Glucose Meter-Increase the separation between the Blood Glucose Meter and the device that is receiving/emitting interference-If you have questions, please contact BD
How to Use Your Monitor’s Basic Memory FunctionsWhat Are the Basic Memory Functions?................................................... 30Memory ............................................................................................. 3014-Day Average ................................................................................. 30Reviewing Your Basic Memory Functions................................................. 31How to Use Your Monitor’s Optional Memory Functions.............................................................................. 33What Are the Optional Memory Functions?............................................. 34Insulin Recording .............................................................................. 347-Day Average ................................................................................... 34Time-Specific Averages....................................................................... 35Marking............................................................................................. 38Setting the Optional Memory Functions ................................................... 40Labeling Your Insulin Types.......................................................................44Recording Your Insulin Doses....................................................................45Marking a Blood Glucose Test.................................................................. 47Marking an Insulin Dose ...........................................................................48Reviewing Your Optional Memory Functions........................................... 50Summary: How to Review Your Basic and Optional Memory Functions................................... 54Additional InformationDisplay Messages and Troubleshooting Guide .......................................... 55Caring for Your Monitor .......................................................................... 61Storing and Cleaning ......................................................................... 61Battery............................................................................................... 61Healthcare Precautions and Limitations.................................................... 64Conditions That May Affect Results......................................................... 653-Year Warranty ....................................................................................... 65Specifications ............................................................................................ 66How to Contact Us................................................................................... 67Getting to Know Your Paradigm Link™ Blood Glucose MonitorMonitor Components ..................................................................................2Kit Contents.................................................................................................3Monitor Display ..........................................................................................4Test Strips ....................................................................................................5Lancet Device...............................................................................................7Getting Started Setting the Time, Date, and Beeper ............................................................. 8How to Set the Time, Date, and Beeper .............................................. 9Coding Your Monitor ............................................................................... 12Why Coding Your Monitor Before Testing Is Necessary.................... 12How to Code Your Monitor .............................................................. 13Running a Check Strip Test ......................................................................14Why You May Need to Run a Check Strip Test................................. 14How to Run a Check Strip Test......................................................... 14Running a Control Solution Test................................................................16Why Running a Control Solution Test Is Important.......................... 16How to Run a Control Solution Test................................................. 18How to Test Your Blood GlucosePreparing the Lancet Device...................................................................... 23Inserting the BD™ Test Strip .................................................................... 25Getting and Applying a Blood Sample to the BD™ Test Strip .................. 26Understanding Your Test Result................................................................ 28Table of Contents
Kit ContentsGetting to Know Your Paradigm LinkTMBlood Glucose MonitorGetting to Know Your Paradigm LinkTM Blood Glucose Monitor • 32• Getting to Know Your Paradigm LinkTM Blood Glucose Monitor Monitor ComponentsMonitor DisplayMode ButtonTest Strip Slot and Data Port *Insulin Recording ButtonArrow ButtonsLeft arrow moves backward;right arrow moves forward* Accepts a cable to download stored data to a personal computer.Quick Reference GuideCheckStripBD™ LancetDeviceMonitor(Battery installed)Owner’sGuideLogbookBD Ultra-Fine™ 33LancetControlSolutionWarranty CardVial of 10Test StripsHigh/Low Blood Sugar Reference CardGetting Started PosterBD LogicBD LogicBlood Glucose MonitorOwner's Guide™Quick Reference GuideBD LogicBD LogicBlood Glucose MonitorImportant: Please read your Owner’s Guide for complete information before testing your blood glucose.™1Getting StartedPrepare thelancet deviceArming KnobDepth SettingBodyTri gg er ButtonDepth Penetration Dial (1 = shallow to 6 = deep)BD LogicBD LogicBlood Glucose MonitorLogbook™21USB Cable
Mem.Avg.mg/dLmmol/LAMPMA.B.Beep SymbolBeeper is preset to ONBatteryAppears whenbattery should bereplacedTest ResultsDisplay AreaBlood DropAppears when monitoris ready for you to applysample to test stripUnitsRefers to units ofmeasurement forblood glucoseMem.Appears when viewing a test result or insulin dose stored in memoryAvg.Appears when viewingaverages (7-day, 14-day,or Time-Specific)Symbols for Optional Memory Functions That Require SetupA. Time-Specific Averages SymbolB. Marking Symbol Appears when viewing a marked blood glucose test or marked insulin dose.C. U Symbol Appears when units of insulin are entered.D. Insulin Symbol Appears when recording or reviewing insulin delivery.MonthDayHourMinutesUC.D.When you turn the Paradigm LinkTMBlood Glucose Monitor on, the “all segments” display appears briefly. This tells you that all the display segments are working properly.Test StripsMonitor DisplayGetting to Know Your Paradigm LinkTM Blood Glucose Monitor • 54•Getting to Know Your Paradigm LinkTM Blood Glucose Monitor Edge to ApplyBlood DropEnd to Insert Into MonitorBD™ Test Strips are designed for use with your Paradigm LinkTMBlood Glucose Monitor or BD LatitudeTMDiabetes Management Systemonly. Use each test strip only once, then discard. Do not reapply blood to the test strip.Test Strips:•Require a very small blood volume (0.3 µL).•Automatically draw blood into the test area of the strip.•Can be handled with clean, dry hands without affecting glucose readings.Not actual size. Scale is relative.0.3 µL4 µL10 µL2 µL1 µLNew BD™ TestStrip RequiresOther Test Strips Require
CAUTION:The test strip vial contains small parts. Keep the test stripvial away from children and pets.Important BD™ Test Strip Information•Use only BD™ Test Strips when testing.•Remove the test strip from the vial only when ready to test.•Store test strips at room temperature below 86°F (30°C). Do not refrigerate or freeze.•Test strips should be stored only in original vial.•Keep vial cap closed tightly after each use.•Do not use the test strip if the expiration date has passed, for this may cause inaccurate results.•Test strips should only be stored for 3 months after opening the vial. When first opening a new vial of test strips, count forward 3 months and write that date on vial. Discard anyremaining test strips after the date you have written on the vial.•Do not tamper with test strip.6•Getting to Know Your Paradigm LinkTM Blood Glucose Monitor Arming KnobDepth Penetration Dial(1 = shallow to 6 = deep)BodyTrigger ButtonCapDepth SettingLancet DeviceThe diagram below shows the components of the BD™ Lancet Device.Getting to Know Your Paradigm LinkTM Blood Glucose Monitor • 7
1. Begin Setup:Press and continue to hold the Mode button until you hear a shortbeep and see the flashing hour displayed.Release the Mode button.2. Set Hour: Press the right or left arrowbutton until the correct hour (with AMor PM) appears.3. Press the Mode button briefly toconfirm your choice and to advance toset the minutes.4. Set Minutes:Press the right or left arrowbutton until the correct minutes appear.5. Press the Mode button briefly toconfirm your choice and to advance toset the year.Getting Started • 9HOW TO SET THE TIME, DATE, AND BEEPERMonitor is off, with no test strip inserted in the test strip slot. AMFlashing HourDisplay PMSet Hour(Example)Set Minutes(Example)Getting Started Having the correct time and date of each blood glucose test result andinsulin dose helps you and your healthcare professional track changesin your therapy. It is important to set the correct time and date so youhave records of when you test and deliver insulin. If you do not set thetime and date, all blood glucose monitoring results and insulin doseswill be marked and will not be included in averages.Your Paradigm LinkTMBlood Glucose Monitor offers a beeper functionthat is preset to “ .” This tells you when enough blood is applied tothe test strip, when a test is completed, and prompts you through othersteps in using your monitor.8•Getting StartedSetting the Time, Date, and BeeperNOTE:Remember to adjust time and date settings as needed tomatch the local time or daylight savings time and after you replace the battery.(Continued on next page.) PM
Set Beeper(Example)End of Setup(Example)Getting Started • 11NOTE:Instructions in this guide assume the beeper is set to “.” If you have set the beeper to “ ,” you will not hear the beep as described throughout the guide.12. Set Beeper: Beeper is preset to “ .” Press the right or left arrow button toselect the beeper setting (ON or OFF).13. Press the Mode button briefly toconfirm your choice and to advance to the end of setup.14. End Setup: The display shows your set time and date. Setup is complete.15. Return to Setup: Press the Mode button briefly toreturn to start of setup. The flashinghour that you set is displayed.16. Turn Off Monitor: Press and hold the Mode buttonuntil the monitor turns off, OR themonitor will turn off automatically after 1 minute.Set Year(Example)Set Month(Example)Set Day(Example)6. Set Year: Press the right or left arrowbutton until the correct year appears.7. Press the Mode button briefly toconfirm your choice and to advance to set the month.8. Set Month: Press the right or left arrowbutton until the correct month appears.9. Press the Mode button briefly toconfirm your choice and to advance to set the day.10. Set Day: Press the right or left arrowbutton until the correct day appears.11. Press the Mode button briefly toconfirm your choice and to advance toset the beeper. A long beep will sound.10 • Getting Started PM
1. Insert a BD™ Test Strip into the test stripslot. The monitor turns on and brieflydisplays the “All Segments” display.2. While the flashing code number appearson the display, code the monitor to matchthe test strip being used. Press the rightor left arrow button (within 3 seconds)to match the code printed on the test strip vial.When you first use your monitor, thedisplay shows “– – –.” This means themonitor is not coded and needs to becoded.Getting Started • 13HOW TO CODE YOUR MONITORMonitor is off, with no test strip inserted in the test strip slot.NOTE:If your monitor advances to the blinking blood drop before you coded your monitor to match the test strips being used, takeout the test strip from the test strip slot and reinsert to start again.Insert Test Strip12 • Getting StartedWHY CODING YOUR MONITOR BEFORE TESTING IS NECESSARYYour Paradigm LinkTMBlood Glucose Monitor must be manually“coded” to match the vial of test strips you will be using in order to provide accurate blood glucose test results. Coding Your MonitorIMPORTANT:If the code number on the display does not match thecode number on the test strip vial, the test results may not be accurate.You should code your monitor:•When you first receive your new monitor,before you test your blood glucose.•If the monitor display shows flashing “– – –” as pictured.•Before using each new box of test strips.Code theMonitor(Continued on next page.)
3. When the codes match, press theMode button. A blinking blood dropshows that the monitor is ready for youto test. To run a control solution test,refer to page 16. To run a blood glucosetest, refer to page 23. To turn off the monitor, remove anddiscard the used test strip. The monitor turns off automatically.Getting Started • 1514 • Getting StartedThe check strip, provided with your monitor, is used to be sure that the blood glucose monitor is working properly. The check strip is similar to a test strip, but it does not need either control solution or a blood sample.It Is Recommended That You Run A Check Strip Test When:•Results of your control solution test fall outside the range indicated on the test strip vial or you feel the monitor is not working properly.Monitor is off, with no test strip inserted in the test strip slot.1. Insert the check strip into the test strip slot.The monitor turns on.2. The display indicates whether the monitor passed (“ x””) or failed (“ x ”) the check strip test.If the check strip test failed, remove the check strip. Repeat step 1, making sure the check strip is inserted right side up as shown.If the check strip test fails again, call BD Consumer Services toll-free, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, in the US at 1.888.BDCARES (1.888.232.2737).*3. Remove the check strip. Store the check strip for future use.IMPORTANT: You should not perform a blood glucose test if themonitor fails the check strip test.* NOT FOR EMERGENCY OR MEDICAL INFORMATION.Running aCheck Strip TestWHY YOU MAY NEED TO RUN A CHECK STRIP TESTHOW TO RUN A CHECK STRIP TESTFinish CodingCheck StripInsert Check StripPassedFailed
Getting Started • 1716 • Getting StartedCAUTION: The BD™ Control Solution range printed on the test strip vial is for control solution only. It is used to test theperformance of the monitor and test strip. It is not a recommendedrange for your blood glucose level.Important Control Solution Information •Use only the BD™ Control Solution for the test.•Check the expiration date on the control solution vial. Do not use the control solution if the expiration date haspassed.•Store only for 3 months after first opening. When you open anew vial of control solution, count forward 3 months and writethat date on the label of the control solution vial. Discard anyremaining solution after the date you have written on the vial.•Store the control solution tightly closed at room temperaturebelow 86°F (30°C). Do not refrigerate or freeze.•Shake control solution well before using.The control solution test confirms that your monitor and test strips areworking correctly. A control solution test is similar to a blood glucose test,except you use BD™ Control Solution and not a blood sample. You Should Run a Control Solution Test:•Before using your monitor for the first time and at least once a week thereafter.•Each time you open a new box of BD™ Test Strips.•If you leave the test strip vial cap open.•If you drop your monitor.•If your results do not match the way you feel, or you think your results are higher or lower than expected.•To check the performance of the monitor and test strips.Running a Control Solution TestWHY RUNNING A CONTROL SOLUTION TESTIS IMPORTANT
IMPORTANT:It is important to mark a control solution test so the test result does not appear to be one of your blood glucosetest results. Also, this will disable meter from sending result to insulinpump.3. A blinking blood drop tells you thatthe monitor is ready for the next step.4. Mark as a control solution test bypressing the right or left arrowbutton until a “” appears.Getting Started • 19Blinking Blood DropMark as ControlSolution Test1. Insert a BD™ Test Strip into the test stripslot. The monitor turns on and displaysthe code number.2. Match the code number on the displaywith the code on the test strip vial. If the codes match, you are ready tobegin testing. If the codes do not match, review“Coding Your Monitor” (refer to page 12).18 • Getting StartedHOW TO RUN A CONTROL SOLUTION TESTMonitor is off, with no test strip inserted in the test strip slot.(Continued on next page.)Insert Test Strip Match Codes(Example)
7. The display counts down from 5 seconds as the monitor performs the test.8. When the test is finished, a long beep sounds and the monitor displays the result.9. Compare the result on the display withthe range printed on the test strip vial.If the result falls within the range, yourmonitor and test strips are workingcorrectly.10. Remove and discard the used test strip.The monitor turns off automatically.Getting Started • 21Test CountdownTest Result(Example)5. Shake the control solution vial anddiscard a drop before use. Squeeze a dropof control solution onto a clean, hard,dry surface.6. While holding the monitor, touch theedge of the inserted test strip to the dropof control solution. A short beep soundsand the monitor begins to count downfrom 5 to 1.20 • Getting StartedCorrect IncorrectSqueeze Drop ofControl SolutionTouch Edge ofTest Strip toControl SolutionRange80-120mg/dLmg/dL(Example)
How to Test Your Blood Glucose • 23How to Test Your Blood GlucosePreparing the Lancet DeviceBefore testing, wash your hands with soap and warm water. Dry thoroughly.22 • Getting StartedOut-of-range results may be caused by the following:•You may not be doing the test properly. Retest and follow theinstructions carefully.•The Paradigm LinkTMBlood Glucose Monitor may not be codedproperly to match the test strips being used.•The control solution may have expired or have been contaminated.Check the expiration date on the control solution vial. Controlsolution is good for only 3 months after opening. Make sure thecontrol solution vial is closed when not in use.•The test strip may have expired. Check the expiration date on thetest strip vial.•The test strip may have been damaged. This can be caused byextreme temperatures or by leaving the test strip vial cap open.Retest using a new test strip.•The Paradigm Link™ Blood Glucose Monitor may not be workingproperly.NOTE: If the control solution test result is outside the range (is either higher or lower), your monitor and test strip may not beworking as a system. Repeat the test using a new test strip. Do not use the monitor until test results fall within the appropriaterange. If the problem continues, call BD Consumer Services toll-free, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, in the US at 1.888.BDCARES(1.888.232.2737)* for help.* NOT FOR EMERGENCY OR MEDICAL INFORMATION.1. Unscrew the cap from the BD™ Lancet Device.2. Select the penetration depth by turningthe cap dial from 1 (shallow) to 6 (deep).Unscrew CapSelect PenetrationDepthSkin Type Suggested SettingSoft 1 - 2Average 3 - 4Callused 5 - 6(Continued on next page.)
5. Screw the cap back onto the lancetdevice.6. Pull out the arming knob as far as it willgo and then release it. The lancet device isnow armed.Screw Cap Back OnHow to Test Your Blood Glucose • 2524 • How to Test Your Blood GlucoseInserting the BD™ Test StripMonitor is off, with no test strip inserted in the test strip slot.1. Insert a BD™ Test Strip into the test stripslot. The monitor turns on and brieflydisplays “All Segments.”Insert LancetRemove LancetCover3. Insert a BD Ultra-FineTM33 Lancet intothe lancet holder.4. Remove the lancet cover while holdingthe base of the lancet.Arm Lancet Device2. Match the code number on the display with the code on the test strip vial. If thecodes do not match, press the rightor left arrow button to match the codeprinted on the test strip vial. When the codesmatch, press the Mode button briefly(refer to page 12 for “Coding YourMonitor”).3. A blinking blood drop tells you that themonitor is ready for the next step.Insert Test Strip Match Codes(Example)Blinking BloodDrop(Continued on next page.)Edge to ApplyBlood DropEnd to Insert Into MonitorNOTE: Use only BD Test Strips when testing.
Countdown3. The display counts down from 5 secondsas the monitor performs the test.Completely Filled Not CompletelyFilled26 • How to Test Your Blood GlucoseGetting and Applying a Blood Sample to the BD™ Test Strip2. Apply blood drop to the edge of the teststrip. The blood is drawn into the teststrip. Hold your finger to the edge of the test strip until you hear a short beepor see the monitor display begin to count down.Correct Incorrect1. Place the armed BD™ Lancet Devicesecurely on the side of your finger andpress the trigger button to activate thedevice. If necessary, gently squeeze yourfinger to help form a drop of blood.Correct Blood DropApply BloodDropLance FingerHow to Test Your Blood Glucose • 27(Continued on next page.)NOTE:Lancets are for one-time use only. Use a new, sterile lancet eachtime you test. Test different areas on your fingertips to avoid developingcalluses. After completing the blood test, remove the cap from the BD™ Lancet Device, carefully place the lancet cover on the lancet andremove the lancet. Dispose of the used lancet per your local disposalregulation where applicable.CAUTION:Your BD™ Lancet Device and BD™ Lancets are for yourpersonal use only. DO NOT share with others. Sharing the lancet deviceor lancets can transmit serious, even grave infections. To avoid accidentalsticks, do not store used lancets in the device after testing or arm lancetdevice with a new sterile lancet unless ready to use.
If the test result is lower than 20 mg/dL, the monitor sounds 3 quick beeps and thedisplay will read “.”You may have low blood sugar. Retest your blood glucoseimmediately using a new test strip. If yourreading is still low, you should treat asprescribed by your healthcare professionaland/or contact your healthcare professionalimmediately.How to Test Your Blood Glucose • 29Blood GlucoseTest Lower Than 20 mg/dLNOTE:Hi and Lo values will not transmit to insulin pump even if“” is on in optional setup.Test results greater than 240 mg/dL may mean high blood sugar(hyperglycemia). Test results lower than 60 mg/dL may mean low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). If you get results in these ranges,retest your blood glucose. If your reading is still in these ranges, youshould treat as prescribed by your healthcare professional and/orcontact your healthcare professional immediately. 28 • How to Test Your Blood GlucoseUnderstanding Your Test ResultYour blood glucose test result is displayedon the monitor.Test Result(Example)Blood GlucoseTest Higher Than 600 mg/dL PMmg/dL PM PMTest Result(Example)4. A long beep sounds and the result is displayedand stored in the monitor’s memory. 5. Remove and discard the used test strip. Themonitor turns off automatically.6. Remove the used lancet from the lancetdevice. Follow your local disposal regulationswhere applicable. PMmg/dLIf the test result is higher than 600 mg/dL, themonitor sounds 3 quick beeps and the displaywill read “.”You may have high bloodsugar. Retest your blood glucose immediatelyusing a new test strip. If your reading is stillhigh, you should treat as prescribed by yourhealthcare professional and/or contact yourhealthcare professional immediately.NOTE: The glucose result will flash if “ ” is“” in Optional Memory Functions.The meter is transmitting the glucose result to theinsulin pump. Removing the strip will notautomatically turn off the meter while RFtransmission is in progress (flashing). You canstop the transmission by manually turning off themeter or inserting a new test strip.
PMMem.mg/dLHow to Use Your Monitor’s Basic Memory Functions • 31Reviewing Your Basic Memory Functions1. Press the Mode button briefly to turnthe monitor on.2. Your Most Recent Blood Glucose TestResult with date and time of testing isshown on the display. (To set the correctdate and time, refer to page 8.)3. If you wish to review up to 30 stored testresults, continue to press the leftarrow button. “”is displayed after the last recordedtest result. To return to the most recenttest result, press the left arrow button.4. Press the Mode button briefly toadvance to your 14-Day Blood GlucoseTest Average.Monitor is off, with no test strip inserted in the test strip slot.Most Recent BloodGlucose Reading(Example)End of StoredTest Results(Continued on next page.)30 • How to Use Your Monitor’s Basic Memory FunctionsThe Basic Memory functions help you and your healthcare professionaltrack changes in your blood glucose levels over time.How to Use Your Monitor’sBasic Memory FunctionsNOTE:In computing averages, the monitor will use 600 mg/dL for any “”results and 20 mg/dL for any “”results.MEMORYYour BD LogicTM Blood Glucose Monitor has a memory that stores 250 of your blood glucose test results. You can view up to 30 of your mostrecent test results on your monitor display. 14-DAY AVERAGEYou can review the average of all test results taken in the last 14 days. Theaverage will not include marked test results or control solution test results.(For information on “Marking,” refer to page 38.)What Are the Basic Memory Functions?Mem.
Mem.mg/dLAvg.Your Paradigm LinkTMBlood Glucose Monitor has Optional Memoryfunctions that can help you and your healthcare professional manageyour diabetes. The Optional Memory functions allow you to:1. Record and review your insulin doses.2. Look at the 7-Day Average of your blood glucose test results.3. View Time-Specific Averages of your blood glucose test results.4. Mark specific blood glucose test results and insulin doses.5. Transmit glucose reading to insulin pump.How to Use Your Monitor’s Optional Memory Functions • 33How to Use Your Monitor’sOptional Memory FunctionsNOTE:The Optional Memory functions are included with yourmonitor. These functions are turned off, except “ ”, when youreceive your new monitor and must be manually set up. (Refer to page40 for setup.)5. The display shows the average of all test results taken in the last 14 days. The average will not include marked or control solution test results.6. Press the Mode button briefly toreturn to your most recent blood glucosetest result. 7. To turn off the monitor, press and holdthe Mode button until the monitorturns off, OR the monitor will turn offautomatically after 1 minute.32 • How to Use Your Monitor’s Basic Memory Functions14-Day Average(Example)
How to Use Your Monitor’s Optional Memory Functions • 35An example of how you may use the Time-Specific Average function is shown on the next page.NOTE:To get a Time-Specific Average, your 3 tests must beperformed on 3 of the last 5 days. Your Paradigm Link™ Blood Glucose Monitor allows you to review theaverage of all test results taken in the last 7 days. The average will notinclude marked or control solution test results. (For information on“Marking,” refer to page 38.) The 7-Day Average function is turned off when you receive your newmonitor. It is automatically turned ON when you set the Time-SpecificAverage function to ON.34 • How to Use Your Monitor’s Optional Memory Functions7-DAY AVERAGEWhat Are the OptionalMemory Functions?INSULIN RECORDINGYour Paradigm Link™ Blood Glucose Monitor allows you to record and review each insulin dose and type that you inject or deliver usingyour insulin pump. You can review up to 30 of your 250 stored insulinrecords on your monitor display. An advantage of this function is thatyou can compare changes in the results of your blood glucose testresults to your insulin doses. Once you have set the Insulin Recordingfunction to “ ,” you can record and save your insulin delivery byinsulin type and dose.• The Insulin Recording function is turned off when you receive yournew monitor. To set up the Insulin Recording function, refer to page 40.• After you set up the function, you can review your insulin therapy.For complete information on how to review this and other OptionalMemory functions, refer to page 50.This function is designed to help you adjust your insulin dose based on a pattern of blood glucose values over 3 to 5 days (“pattern-control”of your insulin). It provides information to help make these insulinadjustments.You can use the monitor to compute the average of 3 blood glucose testresults that you took at roughly the same time of day over the last fewdays. You can select the 2-hour time period that you want this averageto be drawn from (ie, before or after meals, before or after exercise).TIME-SPECIFIC AVERAGESThis function lets you and your healthcare professional:•Choose up to 4 time periods during the day for which you want totrack results. The monitor labels these times as A1, A2, A3, and A4.•View your Time-Specific Averages on the monitor display.•View the 3 test results that make up each Time-Specific Average.• To set up the 7-Day Average function, refer to page 40.• After you set up the function, you can review your 7-Day Average. For complete information on how to review this and other OptionalMemory functions, refer to page 50.
The Time-Specific Average function is turned off when you receive your new monitor. You must set up this function to turn it on. When you turn on the Time-Specific Average function, you willautomatically get the 7-Day Average function.• To set up the Time-Specific Average function, refer to page 40.• After you set up the function, you can review your Time-SpecificAverages. For complete information on how to review this and otherOptional Memory functions, refer to page 50.How to Use Your Monitor’s Optional Memory Functions • 37NOTE:In computing averages, the monitor will use 600 mg/dL for any “”results and 20 mg/dL for any “”results.You can also view the 3 individual testresults, with date and time, that makeup the A2 Average. Each flashing boxrepresents one of the 3 test results thatmakes up the average.3 Individual Blood Glucose Test Results(Example)Example:For your next appointment, your doctor wants to know, on average,how high your blood glucose has been running before lunch so you and your doctor can decide whether your diabetes therapy needsadjusting. The Time-Specific Average function will compute thatnumber for you. Say your blood glucose at lunchtime over the last few days has been 191 mg/dL, 218 mg/dL, and 146 mg/dL. The Time-Specific Average function will show you that your bloodglucose has been 185 mg/dL for this time of day. How This Time-Specific Average Was Determined:In the example, you chose 12:00 PMforyour A2 Average time. This is the timeyou test your blood glucose beforelunch. Your A2 Average is 185 mg/dL. Thisvalue averages the last 3 blood glucosetests taken between 11:00 AMand 1:00 PM(1 hour before and 1 hour after12:00 PM). The 3 boxes representa Time-Specific Average, the average of3 test results.36 • How to Use Your Monitor’s Optional Memory FunctionsTime-SpecificAverage (A2)(Example) PMMem.mg/dLAvg. AMMem. mg/dLPMMem.mg/dL AMMem.mg/dL
Marking allows you to identify specific blood glucose test results orinsulin doses in the monitor’s memory. • The Marking function is turned off when you receive your newmonitor. To set up the Marking function, refer to page 40.• For how to mark a blood glucose test, refer to page 47.• For how to mark an insulin dose, refer to page 48.MARKINGMarking Blood Glucose Test Results:Some examples of how you may use theMarking function to mark blood glucosetest results are shown below.—You may wish to mark a test result toidentify that it was taken after eating.—You may have retested to confirm aprevious reading and do not want theresult added to your averages.Marked BloodGlucose TestResult (Example)NOTE: Marked test results are not included in any averages. If youhave not set the time and date, all blood glucose monitoring results andinsulin doses will be marked and will not be included in averages. PMmg/dLMarking Insulin Doses:Some examples of how you may use the Marking function to mark an insulin dose are shown below.—You may wish to mark a dose that you are recording to indicate that youentered the information at a different time than you actually delivered theinsulin.—You may wish to indicate that a doseamount was different than what younormally take at that time.Marked Insulin Dose (Example) UHow to Use Your Monitor’s Optional Memory Functions • 3938 • How to Use Your Monitor’s Optional Memory Functions
1. Begin Setup: Press and continue to hold the Modebutton. You will hear 2 short beeps and see “ ” and the word “ .”Release the Mode button.2. Set Insulin Pump Glucose Transfer: The Insulin Pump Glucose Transfer is preset to “ .” Press the rightor left arrow button to selectthe setting (“”or “ ”).3. Press the Mode button briefly toconfirm your choice and to advance to set Insulin Recording function.Setting the Optional Memory FunctionsMonitor is off, with no test strip inserted in the test strip slot.NOTE:If you release the Mode button too soon, turn off yourmonitor by pressing and holding the Mode button. Repeat step 1.Set InsulinRecordingInsulin PumpGlucose Transfer(Continued on next page.) 4. Set Insulin Recording Function: The Insulin Recording function is preset to “ .” Press the rightor left arrow button to selectthe setting (“”or “ ”).5. Press the Mode button briefly toconfirm your choice and to advance to set Time-Specific Averages.6. Set Time-Specific Averages: The Time-Specific Averages functionautomatically comes with the 7-DayAverage function. The Time-SpecificAverages function is preset to “ .”Press the right or left arrow button to select the setting (“”or“”).7. Press the Mode button briefly toconfirm your choice. If you set Time-Specific Averages to “ ,” skip to step 9.If you set to “ ,” you will advance toset the first of 4 times (A1, A2, A3, A4).Set Time-SpecificAverages Avg.NOTE:If you set the Time-Specific Averages function to “ ” and do not set the times for A1 through A4, your monitor will default the times to 7:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 6:00 PM, and 10:00 PM.How to Use Your Monitor’s Optional Memory Functions • 4140 • How to Use Your Monitor’s Optional Memory FunctionsInsulin PumpGlucose Transfer
11. Set Marking Function: The Marking function is preset to “ .” Press the right orleftarrow button to select the setting (“ ” or “ ”). Press theModebutton briefly to confirm yourchoice and to advance to end of setup.12. End of Setup: Optional Function Setup is complete.The word “ ” will be displayed onyour monitor.13. Return to Setup: Press the Mode button brieflyto return to start of setup. You will see“” and the word “” or “ ,”indicating whether you set the InsulinPump Glucose Transfer function to on or off.14. Turn Off Monitor: Press and hold the Mode buttonuntil the monitor turns off, OR themonitor will turn off automatically after 1 minute.How to Use Your Monitor’s Optional Memory Functions • 43Set Time for A2Set MarkingFunctionEnd of OptionalFunction Setup8. Set Time for A1: Press the right or left arrowbutton to select the time when youusually do your first blood glucose test.The time will advance in 15-minute steps.The Time-Specific Average will includetest results within a 2-hour range: 1 hour before and 1 hour after the time you select.9. Press the Mode button briefly toconfirm your choice and to advance toset time for A2.10. Set Time for A2 Through A4: Repeat steps 6 and 7. When complete,you will advance to set Markingfunction.42 • How to Use Your Monitor’s Optional Memory FunctionsSet Time forYour First Time-SpecificAverage (A1) AMAvg. PMAvg.
The labels P1, P2, P3, and P4 are used by your monitor to identify up to 4 different types of insulin. As an insulin pump wearer you only use 1type of insulin. However, if you utilize multiple daily injections you canlabel them. Keep a record of the labels you have chosen for each insulintype.The chart below shows examples of labelingup to 4 different types of insulin.*A blank chart like this can be found in the back of your BD Logic™logbook. You can use it to record what labels you are using for yourinsulin types.* Humalog is a trademark of Eli Lilly and Company.Example 1:Uses 1 insulintype onlyP1 __________P2 __________P3 __________P4 __________Example 2:Uses 2 insulintypesP1 __________P2 __________P3 __________P4 __________Example 3:Uses 3 insulintypesP1 __________P2 __________P3 __________P4 __________Example 4:Uses 4 insulintypesP1 __________P2 __________P3 __________P4 __________Regular NPH Humalog*NPHHumalog*RegularNPHHumalog*Regular70/30Labeling Your Insulin Types44 • How to Use Your Monitor’s Optional Memory FunctionsMonitor is off, with no test strip inserted in the test strip slot.1. Deliver your insulin.2. After you deliver your insulin, press andrelease the Insulin Recording button.The monitor turns on and advances to insulin recording. The and a flashing “1” appear on the display.3. Press the left or right arrow button to select the label (P1, P2, P3, or P4) that matches the type of insulin you delivered. (Refer to page 44 for labeling your insulin.)4. Press the Mode button briefly to confirm your choice and to advance to record your insulin dose.Recording Your Insulin DosesNOTE:The monitor will not enter into insulin recording mode if:• The test strip is in the test strip slot, or• The Insulin Recording function has not been turned on in the OptionalMemory function Setup. (Refer to page 40 for setup.)(Continued on next page.)How to Use Your Monitor’s Optional Memory Functions • 45Insulin RecordingSelect InsulinType
How to Use Your Monitor’s Optional Memory Functions • 47A blood glucose test can be marked after completing a test. For anexplanation of situations in which you may wish to mark a bloodglucose test, refer to page 38. 1. Test your blood glucose. (Refer to page23 for how to test.)2. After a blood drop is applied to the test strip, the display counts down from 5 seconds and shows your test result.3. To mark your test result, press the right or left arrow button. Anasterisk (*) appears, to confirm that thetest result is marked. To unmark the testresult, press the right or leftarrow button until the asteriskdisappears.46 • How to Use Your Monitor’s Optional Memory FunctionsMarked BloodGlucose Test Result(Example)Marking a Blood Glucose Test PMmg/dL PMmg/dLBlood GlucoseTest Result(Example)5. Press the right arrow button to enter your insulin units. Use the right or left arrow buttons to adjust units up or down.6. To save the insulin dose, press the Mode button briefly, or press theInsulin Recording button. A long beep sounds to confirm that the insulindose was saved. (Refer to page 48 formarking your insulin dose.)7. If you inject more than one type of insulin at one time, turn off the monitorby pressing and holding the Modebutton. Repeat steps 2 through 6 to record your next insulin type.8. You have finished recording your insulin information. To turn off your monitor, press and hold the Mode button until the monitor turns off, OR the monitor will turn off automatically after 1 minute. UNOTE:It is recommended that you record your insulin within 10 minutes after delivery to make sure it is recorded with the correctdate and time.(Continued on next page.)SelectInsulin Dose
4. To save the marked test result, press theMode button. 5. The marked test result is stored in themonitor’s memory.6. To turn off the monitor, press and holdthe Mode button until the monitorturns off, OR the monitor will turn offautomatically after 1 minute.NOTE:Once a marked test result or insulin dose is saved, youcannot unmark. Marked tests are not included in averages.How to Use Your Monitor’s Optional Memory Functions • 4948 • How to Use Your Monitor’s Optional Memory FunctionsMarking an Insulin Dose2. After you press the Mode button briefly or press the Insulin Recordingbutton, a long beep sounds to confirm that the insulin dose was saved.3. To mark your insulin dose, press the right or left arrow button. An asterisk (*) appears, to confirm that the dose is marked. Marking is complete.4. To turn off the monitor, press and hold the Mode button until the monitor turns off, OR the monitor will turn off automatically after 1 minute.An insulin dose can be marked after the bolus delivery or injection isrecorded. For an explanation of situations in which you may wish tomark an insulin dose, refer to page 39.1. Record your insulin dose. (Refer to page45 for how to record your insulin doses.)Marked Insulin Dose (Example) U
8. If you have set the Time-Specific Averagesfunction to “ ,” you will automaticallyget 7-Day Average. If you have not setthis function, skip to step 10.Your 7-Day Blood Glucose Average is displayed showing the average of all test results taken in the last 7 days.The average will not include marked or control solution test results.(Continued on next page.) 7-Day Average(Example)Reviewing Your Optional Memory Functions1. Press the Mode button brieflyto turn the monitor on.2. Your Most Recent Blood Glucose TestResult with date and time of testing isshown on the display. (To set the correctdate and time, refer to page 8.)Monitor is off, with no test strip inserted in the test strip slot.Most RecentGlucose Reading(Example) PMMem.mg/dL Mem.mg/dLAvg.3. If you wish to review up to 30 stored testresults, continue to press the leftarrow button. “” is displayed after the last recordedtest result. To return to your most recenttest result, press the left arrow button.4. Press the Mode button brieflyto advance to the next function.If you have set the Insulin Recordingfunction to “ ,” proceed to next step. If you have not set the Insulin Recordingfunction, skip to step 8.End of Stored Test Results Mem.How to Use Your Monitor’s Optional Memory Functions • 5150 • How to Use Your Monitor’s Optional Memory Functions5. Your Last Insulin Record with date and time of recording isshown on the display. Thedisplay will alternate betweeninsulin dose and insulin type. 6. If you wish to review up to 30 stored insulin records, continue to press the left arrow button. “” is displayed after the last insulin record. To return to your most recent insulin record, press the left arrow button. 7. Press the Mode button brieflyto advance to the next function.Insulin Record(Example) UMem.PMMem.PM
13. To review the individual 3 test resultsthat make up the A1 average, press the left arrow button. “ ” isdisplayed after the last test result.How to Use Your Monitor’s Optional Memory Functions • 5314. Press the Mode button brieflyto advance to your next Time-SpecificAverage A2. Repeat steps 12 and 13 toreview your Averages A2 through A4. 15. Press the Mode button brieflyto return to your most recent bloodglucose test result.16. Memory Review is now complete.17. To turn off the monitor, press and holdthe Mode button until the monitorturns off, OR the monitor will turn offautomatically after 1 minute.Time-Specific Average A2 (Example)9. Press the Mode button brieflyto advance to the next function.10. Your 14-Day Blood Glucose Average is displayed showing the average of alltest results taken in the last 14 days. The average will not include marked or control solution test results.11. Press the Mode button brieflyto advance to the next function.If you have set the Time-SpecificAverages function to “ ,” proceed to next step. If you have not set theTime-Specific Averages function, skip to step 16.12. Your first Time-Specific Average(A1) is displayed. This is the average of 3 tests taken during the 2-hour timeperiod that you set.52 • How to Use Your Monitor’s Optional Memory FunctionsTime-SpecificAverage A1(Example)3 Individual Blood Glucose Test Results(Example) AMMem.mg/dLAvg. AMMem.mg/dL AMMem.mg/dL AMMem.mg/dLPMMem.mg/dLAvg.14-Day Average(Example) Mem.mg/dLAvg.
Display Messages andTroubleshooting GuideAdditional Information • 55This section addresses the messages that appear on your display, what they mean, and what action you need to take.DISPLAY WHAT IT MEANS WHAT TO DO* NOT FOR EMERGENCY OR MEDICAL INFORMATION.Additional Information UMem.Avg.mg/dLmmol/LAMPM54 • Summary: How to Review Your Basic and Optional Memory FunctionsSummary: How to Review Your Basicand Optional Memory Functions STEPS RESULT DISPLAY SETUPREQUIRED?NoNoYes(see page 40)Yes(see page 40)NoYes(see page 40)Press Monitor turns ModeONPress Review up toarrow buttons Last 30 TestResultsPress Review up toMode Last 30 InsulinDoses(if turned ON)Press Review 7-DayModeAverage (if turned ON)Press Review Mode14-Day AveragePress Review Time- ModeSpecific Average(if turned ON)Press and hold Monitor turns ModeOFFPMMem.mg/dLUMem.PMMem.mg/dLAvg.AMMem.mg/dLAvg.UMem.Avg.mg/dLmmol/LAMPMMem.mg/dLAvg.This is an example of a codenumber stored in yourmonitor.Match the code number thatappears on the display withthe code on the vial of teststrips that you are using.System Check. Verifies thatall segments are working.Appears when:• Monitor is turned on forSetup and Memory Review• Test strip is inserted into the monitor No action required.If all segments are not displayed on monitor, call BD toll-free, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, at 1.888.BDCARES1.888.232.2737.*The monitor is not coded. Code your monitor. Refer to page 12 for coding yourblood glucose monitor.
DISPLAY WHAT IT MEANS WHAT TO DOPMMem.mg/dLPMmg/dLAdditional Information • 57DISPLAY WHAT IT MEANS WHAT TO DOPMPMmg/dLEnd of Setup or MemoryReview.No action required.UMem.AMAn insulin dose record in themonitor’s memory. Displayshows an example of 8 units of insulin.No action required.Monitor is ready to accept a blood sample.Apply a blood sample to thetest strip. Refer to page 23 forhow to test your bloodglucose.5-second countdown asmonitor calculates the bloodglucose test result.No action required.A blood glucose test result inmg/dL.Record the result in yourlogbook.Your blood glucose reading is higher than 600 mg/dL. You may havehigh blood sugar.Retest your blood glucoseimmediately. If your reading is still “ ,” you should treat asprescribed by your healthcareprofessional and/or contact yourhealthcare professionalimmediately.Your blood glucose reading is lower than 20 mg/dL. You may have low blood sugar.Retest your blood glucoseimmediately. If your reading is still “ ,” you should treat asprescribed by your healthcareprofessional and/or contact yourhealthcare professional immediately.A blood glucose test result in mg/dL storedin the monitor’s memory.No action required.Battery is getting low but youcan still perform a test. Batterywill appear on the display whenreviewing different screens.Display shown is an example of one type of screen.We suggest that you replacethe battery immediately.There is only enough powerto perform approximately 20 tests. Refer to page 62 for replacing your battery.PM56 • Additional InformationMem.AMAn insulin type record in themonitor’s memory. Displayshows an example of P1 thatrefers to the insulin type aslabeled by the user.No action required.PMmg/dLIf “ ” is “” the result108 will be flashing during RFtransmission to the insulinpump. It will stop flashingonce the meter receives anacknowledgement from theinsulin pump or after 1 minuteRecord the result in yourlogbook.
DISPLAY WHAT IT MEANS WHAT TO DOAdditional Information • 59PMmg/dLDISPLAY WHAT IT MEANS WHAT TO DO58 • Additional InformationMem.mg/dLAvg.Mem.mg/dLAMMem.mg/dLAvg.Mem.mg/dLAvg.The average of all bloodglucose test results taken in the last 7 days.No action required.mg/dLA control solution test result. No action required.AMMem.mg/dLOne of the 3 individual blood glucose test results that make up a Time-Specific Average. Exampleshows most recent of the 3 test results.No action required.Temperature Error. Monitor is outside the required temperature range of59°F - 102°F (15°C - 39°C).Move the monitor to a warmer or cooler area.Memory is empty. There areno blood glucose test resultsin the monitor’s memory.Averages cannot becalculated.No action required.The average of all bloodglucose test results taken inthe last 14 days.No action required.The average of 3 most recentblood glucose test results taken during the first Time-Specific time period (A1). A similar display will appearfor A2, A3, and A4.No action required.A marked blood glucose test result. No action required.System Error. Call BD toll-free, 24 hoursa day, 7 days a week, at1.888.BDCARES(1.888.232.2737).*System Error. Call BD toll-free, 24 hoursa day, 7 days a week, at 1.888.BDCARES(1.888.232.2737).*A marked insulin dose. No action required.U* NOT FOR EMERGENCY OR MEDICAL INFORMATION.
•Keep your Paradigm LinkTMBlood Glucose Monitor clean andprotect it from extremes in temperature. Do not store your monitorin the car or in the refrigerator. •No cleaning is required. If necessary, clean the outside of the monitor with a clean cloth dampened with water.Your Paradigm Link™ Blood Glucose Monitor comes with oneinstalled 2450 3-volt coin cell battery or equivalent. It is important toreplace the battery immediately when the battery is low. (Continued on next page.)Additional Information • 61STORING AND CLEANINGBATTERYCaring for Your MonitorDISPLAY WHAT IT MEANS WHAT TO DO• Battery is dead.• Battery is installedincorrectly or there is nobattery in the monitor.• Test strip is insertedupside down orincompletely.• Monitor may not be working properly.Replace the battery.Check that the battery iscorrectly installed with the“+” sign facing you.Insert the test strip correctlywith the “BD” name facing up and the correct end inserted into the test strip slot.Call BD toll-free, 24 hoursa day, 7 days a week, at 1.888.BDCARES(1.888.232.2737).*Monitor doesnot turn onafter inserting a test strip.* NOT FOR EMERGENCY OR MEDICAL INFORMATION. * NOT FOR EMERGENCY OR MEDICAL INFORMATION.60 • Additional InformationIncorrect application of bloodsample or control solution ontothe test strip. Test strip may bedamaged. Insert a new test strip and perform the test again.Check Strip Error. Monitor may not be working properly.Perform a new check strip test. If the check strip test fails again, call BD toll-free,24 hours a day, 7 days a week, at 1.888.BDCARES(1.888.232.2737).*• Not enough bloodsample.• Test strip may be damaged.• Sample applied after monitor automaticallyturned off.• Monitor may not be working properly.Repeat the test with a new test strip.Repeat the test with a new test strip.Repeat the test with a new test strip. Call BD toll-free, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, at 1.888.BDCARES(1.888.232.2737).*Monitor does not begin testcountdownafter applying a blood sample.
Additional Information • 63Put in New BatteryReplace Battery DoorRemove Old BatteryHow to Replace the Battery1. The monitor display shows when performinga test or reviewing your memory functions.2. Turn the monitor off by pressing and holding theMode button, OR the monitor will turn offautomatically after 1 minute.3. Turn the monitor around so that the display isfacing away from you.62 • Additional InformationThe monitor will tell you the battery is low by displaying whenthe monitor is turned on.•You can still get accurate test results or review your memoryfunctions. However, when the symbol first appears, there is onlyenough power to perform approximately 20 tests.•When the battery runs out, the monitor will not turn on. The testresult information you have stored in memory will not be lost,however, if the battery is removed from the monitor, you may need to reset the date and time.•Battery life varies depending on how often you use your monitor. On average, the battery should last for 1 year. Turn MonitorAroundOpen Battery DoorLow Battery mg/dLPM4. Open the battery door by pushing backon the opener and lifting up as shown.5. Remove old battery by pulling on the tab.6. Put in a new battery with the “+” side facing up and the tab showing as illustrated in step 5.7. Replace battery door as shown.NOTE:After replacing the battery, monitor will enter Basic Setup modeto reset the time and date to match the local time. (Refer to page 9 forhow to set the time and date.) Follow your local regulations on batterydisposal.
Elevated levels of acetaminophen, tolazamide, uric acid, bilirubin,ephedrine, and methyldopa may affect results.Conditions That May Affect Results•Severe dehydration and excessive water loss may cause false lowresults. If you think you may be dehydrated, consult your healthcareprofessional immediately. •Test results greater than 240 mg/dL may mean high blood sugar(hyperglycemia). Test results lower than 60 mg/dL may mean lowblood sugar (hypoglycemia). If you get results in these ranges, retestyour blood glucose. If your reading is still in these ranges, you shouldtreat as prescribed by your healthcare professional and/or contactyour healthcare professional immediately.•If your blood glucose test results do not match the way you feelAND you have followed all of the instructions described in yourOwner’s Guide, contact your healthcare professional.64 • Additional InformationHealthcare Precautions and Limitations•If, at any time during the first 3 years after purchase, your Paradigm Link™ Blood Glucose Monitor does not work for anyreason (other than for obvious abuse), BD will replace it with a newmonitor or equivalent product free of charge.•This warranty policy applies only to the individual who originallypurchases the monitor, and does not apply to the batteries suppliedwith the monitor. 3-Year WarrantyAdditional Information • 65
Additional Information • 67Test Capillary blood glucose referenced to plasmaAssay Method Glucose oxidase biosensorTest Result Range 20 mg/dL to 600 mg/dLTest Time 5 secondsTest Strip Volume 0.3 µL*Power Source One replaceable 2450 3-volt coin cell battery or equivalentBattery Life 1460 tests or about 1 year at 4 tests per dayGlucose Units mg/dLDisplay LCDMemory Up to 250 Blood Glucose and Control Solution TestsUp to 250 Insulin RecordsFunctions • Averaging: 7-Day, 14-Day, and 4 Time-Specific Averages•Insulin Recording•MarkingData Port YesAutomatic Shutoff One (1) minute after last user action**Size 3.6”x 2.3”x 0.9”(91.4 mm x 58.4 mm x 22.9 mm)Weight 2.65 ounces (75 g) (with battery)Operating Ranges:Altitude Up to 10,000 feet (3,000 m)Temperature 59°F to 102°F (15°C to 39°C)Humidity 10% to 90% relative humidityHematocrit 25% to 60%Specifications66 • Additional InformationBD Consumer Services is available to help you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you have any comments or questions about your Paradigm Link™ Blood Glucose Monitor, call BD Consumer Services toll-free, in the US at 1.888.BDCARES (1.888.232.2737).* * NOT FOR EMERGENCY OR MEDICAL INFORMATION.How to Contact UsPlease have your Paradigm LinkTMBlood Glucose Monitor and thefollowing information readily available when you call:•Your monitor’s Serial Number (located on the back of your monitor)•Test strip information:Lot NumberCode NumberExpiration DateControl Solution Range•Control Solution Information:Lot NumberExpiration Date*Blood sample required 0.4 µL**10 minutes in insulin mode or when downloading to a computer.

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