TAIDOC TECHNOLOGY 4111ABEM2 Blood Glucose Meter User Manual Ideal Blood Gluco Manual
TAIDOC TECHNOLOGY CORP. Blood Glucose Meter Ideal Blood Gluco Manual
user manual
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Model GMM 0001 and ILP 0001
PLEASE READ
BEFORE USE
REALIZING THE VISION OF
A BETTER TOMORROW™
*NOTE: The IDEAL ILFE Gluco-Manager™ is intended for
use in the quantitative measurement of glucose in fresh
capillary whole blood from the finger and the following
alternative sites: the palm, the forearm, the upper-arm,
the calf and the thigh. It is intended for use by adults with
diabetes mellitus in a non-clinical environment such as in
the home, as an aid to monitoring the effectiveness of a
diabetes control program. It is not intended for the
diagnosis of, or screening for, diabetes mellitus and not
intended for use on neonates. The alternative site testing can be
used only during steady-state blood glucose conditions.
Version 1.0 March 2007
MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
Blood Glucose
IDEAL LIFE
Gluco-Manager™
®
*Picture may vary
from actual product
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Table of Contents
IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™
2
TABLE OF CONTENTS 2
INTRODUCTION 3
Preface 3
Contraindications 3
Precautions 4
Important Information 4
ABOUT ALTERNATIVE SITE TESTING
(AST) 5
PACKAGE CONTENTS 6
REQUIREMENTS 9
IDEAL LIFE Pod™
LOCATION/INTERFERANCE 9
BEFORE YOU START 10
Your IDEAL LIFE
Gluco-Manager™ 10
Your IDEAL LIFE Pod™ 11
Test Strip Description 12
Important Test Strip
Information 12
INSTALLATION 13
Connecting Your
IDEAL LIFE Pod™ 13
Using an RJ11 Jack 13
Powering Up Your IDEAL LIFE
Gluco-Manager™ 14
Installing the Batteries (included) 14
First Time Power Up and Activation 15
Calibration 16
About Control Solution 18
Important Control Solution Test
Information 18
How to do a control Solution Test 19
FUNCTIONS 21
Main Screen 21
Taking Your Blood Glucose
Reading 22
Looking at Previously Taken Readings 28
Looking at Graphs 29
Looking at Messages 30
Options 31
Beeper 31
Connection 31
- Transmission 31
- Dialing Pattern 33
- Line Access 34
Using a Bluetooth® Enabled
Cellular Phone or Device 35
Factory Default 39
COMPARING METER AND
LABORATORY RESULTS 40
CARE AND MAINTENANCE 41
SPECIFICAITONS 42
PROBLEM SOLVING GUIDE 43
Troubleshooting 43
Error Message 44
SUMMARY OF OPERATION 45
FCC STATEMENT 46
CUSTOMER INFORMATION 47
WARRANTY 47
Table of Contents
©2007-001 IDEAL LIFE INC.
All rights reserved. IDEAL LIFE is a registered trademark in the United States for blood glucose meters, blood pressure cuffs and meters,
heart monitors. IDEAL LIFE GLUCO-MANAGER, IDEAL LIFE BP-MANAGER, IDEAL LIFE POD, REALIZING THE VISION OF A BETTER TOMORROW,
Leveraging the Power of Communication and Solutions for better healthcare through advanced communication technology, are all
proprietary trademarks of IDEAL LIFE INC. Contents covered by one issued U.S. patent and one or more U.S. patents pending.
Manufactured and Distributed by IDEAL LIFE INC., Toronto ON M4R 1A3, and made in Taiwan. Products may vary from pictures shown.
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Introduction
Preface
Thank you for purchasing the IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manger™, or GMM 0001 and IDEAL LIFE Pod™, or ILP
0001. This completely automatic system measures your blood glucose, captures subjective
information and manages everything automatically so that you can better manage your blood glucose
with your care provider. Your measurement reading is clearly displayed on a large screen on the IDEAL
LIFE Gluco-Manager™ after each measurement, and later stored for a more detailed analysis in the
form of tables for easy viewing and graphs for easy interpretation. Your new IDEAL LIFE Gluco-
Manager™ provides you with accurate, whole blood test results for blood glucose. The system is
compact with convenient operation so it is simple to use.
The IDEAL ILFE Gluco-Manager™ is intended for use in the quantitative measurement of glucose in
fresh capillary whole blood from the finger and the following alternative sites: the palm, the forearm,
the upper-arm, the calf and the thigh. It is intended for use by adults with diabetes mellitus in a non-
clinical environment such as in the home, as an aid to monitoring the effectiveness of a diabetes
control program. It is not intended for the diagnosis of, or screening for, diabetes mellitus and not
intended for use on neonates. The alternative site testing can be used only during steady-state blood
glucose conditions.
The IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™ can be used alone to measure your blood glucose.
If you would like to transmit blood glucose information for display on a personal computer, the
optional IDEAL LIFE Pod™ can be purchased.
CAUTION: Before using any product to test your blood glucose, read all instructions thoroughly
and practice the test. Do all quality control checks as directed and consult with a diabetes
healthcare professional. For proper interpretation of blood glucose measurements, make sure to
consult a physician.
Contraindications
**Warning: This system is designed for use outside the human body. It is not recommended for
use on infants and is not intended for and should not be used to try and measure the blood glucose
of infants as it may not be accurate and/or relied upon.
Do NOT use the device for purposes other than measuring blood glucose.
This unit does not serve as a cure of any symptoms or disease. The data measured are only for
reference. Always consult your physician to have the results interpreted.
Introduction
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Precautions
•Do not drop this unit. Please avoid strong impact. Disassembly or modification of the unit may
lead to permanent reading error.
•The device might not meet its performance specifications if stored or used beyond the specified
temperature and humidity ranges.
•Operating conditions: 10°C - 40°C, below 85% RH
•System storage: 4-40°C, below 85% RH
•Be sure to keep this manual for future reference
• NOTE: Before using any product to test your blood sugar (blood glucose), read all instructions
and practice the test. Do all quality control checks as directed and consult with a diabetes
healthcare professional.
Important Information
•Severe dehydration and excessive water loss may cause false low results. If you believe you are
suffering from severe dehydration, consult a healthcare professional immediately.
•Test results below 60mg/dL (3.3 mmol/L) indicate hypoglycemia, or low glucose. Test results
higher than 240 mg/dL (13.3 mmol/L) indicate hyperglycemia, or high glucose. Consult your
physician when one of these results is shown repetitively.
•If you are experiencing symptoms that are not consistent with your blood glucose test results and
you have followed all instructions described in this owner's manual, call your healthcare
professional.
•Inaccurate results may occur in severely hypotensive individuals or patients in shock. Inaccurate
low results may occur for individuals experiencing a hyperglycemic-hyperosmolar state, with or
without ketosis. Critically ill patients should not be tested with blood glucose meters.
•Please refer to your test strip package insert for additional important information.
•Always follow the operation procedures described in the manual in order to obtain correct results.
For any questions or comments, please call an IDEA LIFE™ customer
representative at 1-888-IDEAL-41 (888-433-2541)
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About Alternative Site Testing
(AST)
IMPORTANT: There are limitations for doing alternative site testing (AST).
Please consult your healthcare professional before you do AST.
What is AST?
Alternative site testing (AST) means that people use parts of the body other than fingertips to check
their blood glucose levels. This system provides you to test on your forearm, upper arm, calf, or thigh
with the equivalent results to fingertip testing.
What is the advantage?
Fingertips feel pain more readily because they are full of
nerve endings (receptors). At other body sites, since nerve
endings weren't so condensed, you won't feel as much
pain as at the fingertip.
When to use AST?
Food, medication, illness, stress and exercise can affect
blood glucose levels. Capillary blood at fingertip reflects
these changes faster than capillary blood at other sites.
Therefore when testing blood glucose during or
immediately after meal, physical exercise, or any other
event, take blood sample from your finger only.
We strongly recommend you do AST in the following intervals:
•In a pre-meal or fasting state (more than 2 hours since the last meal).
•2 hours or more after taking insulin.
•2 hours or more after exercise.
Do NOT use AST if:
•You think your blood glucose is low.
•You are unaware of hypoglycemia.
•Your AST results do not match the way you feel.
•You are testing for hyperglycemia.
•Your routine glucose results are often fluctuating.
•You are pregnant.
About Alternative Site Testing (AST)
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How to increase the accuracy?
Stimulating blood perfusion by rubbing the puncture site prior to blood extraction has a significant
influence on the glucose value obtained. Blood from the site without rubbing exhibits a measurably
different glucose concentration than blood from the finger. When the puncture site was rubbed prior
to blood extraction, the difference was significantly reduced.
Please follow the suggestions below before getting a drop of blood:
•Rub the puncture site about 20 seconds before penetration.
•Use a clear cap (included in the kit) instead while setting the lancing device.
Package Contents
Your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™ GMM 0001 Blood Glucose Monitoring System consists of three main
products: a blood glucose meter, test strips, and control solution. These products have been designed,
tested and proven to work together as a system to produce accurate blood glucose test results. Use
only the same brand-name test strips and control solution with the IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™.
YOUR SYSTEM
INCLUDES:
GMM 0001 IDEAL LIFE
GLUCO-MANAGER™
About Alternative Site Testing (AST) / Contents
IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™
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25 TEST STRIPS
25 STERILE
LANCETS
rstTimeUsing Guiderst Time e
INSTRUCTION
MANAUL
CARRYING BAG
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NOTE!
Check your system to be sure that it is unopened prior to use and that it
contains all parts listed above. If either of these conditions occurred, please
return your system to the place of purchase.
Contents
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ILP 0001 IDEAL LIFE POD™
(*An optional accessory, sold separately)
AC ADAPTER
TELEPHONE LINE CORD
LANCING
DEVICE
1 CLEAR CAP
1 NORMAL LEVEL
OF CONTROL
SOLUTION
1 CODE STRIP
2 “AAA”
BATTERIES FOR
YOUR IDEAL
LIFE GLUCO-
MANAGER™
There are 3 levels for control solutions: low, normal and high. Please note that
the other two levels are optional and are not included in the standard kit.
Please call 1-888-IDEAL-41 (888-433-2541) for availability.
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Requirements
MODULAR JACK REQUIREMENTS
When using your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™ with an IDEAL LIFE Pod™, you will
need an RJ11 type modular jack, which is the most common type of phone
jack and might look like the one pictured here. If you don't have a modular
jack, call your local phone company to find out how to get one installed.
ADDITIONAL BATTERIES AND OTHER ITEMS
You may wish to use rechargeable batteries in your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™. The IDEAL LIFE Pod™
is equipped to recharge batteries. If you wish to connect using devices other than your IDEAL LIFE
Pod™, you will require a Bluetooth® enabled cellular phone or device (both not provided). If you do
not have a Bluetooth® enabled cellular phone or are unsure if you cellular phone is Bluetooth®
enabled, contact your local cellular phone provider. For further details, please see below or call IDEAL
LIFE INC. directly.
Requirements
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IDEAL LIFE Pod™
Location/Interferance
When using an IDEAL LIFE Pod™ to communicate information from your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™,
wireless radio waves are used. For maximum distance and interference-free operation, the
recommended IDEAL LIFE Pod™ location is:
NOTE:
While using an IDEAL LIFE Pod™, the telephone line will be in use. If the telephone line is in use
before using your IDEAL LIFE Pod™ and you wish to use your IDEAL LIFE Pod™ while the telephone line
is being used, the unit will not be able to make a connection and will store the information in your
IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™ for later transmission.
IDEAL LIFE Pod™ Location/Interferance
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•In a HIGH and CENTRAL
location with no obstructions
such as walls
•Away from electrical
appliances such as a
TV, personal computer
or a cordless phone
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Before You Start
Your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™
Before You Start
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LCD Display
Test Port
Blue LED
Left “Soft” Button
START/ESCAPE
Button
Right “Soft” Button
Battery Cover
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Your IDEAL LIFE Pod™
(*An optional accessory, sold separately)
Before You Start
Instruction Manual 11
LED Display
AC Adapter Jack
USB Port
Ethernet cable RJ45 Jack
Connection
Battery Cover
Telephone line cord RJ11 Jack
For Telephone Connection
Telephone line cord RJ11 Jack
For Line Connection
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Test Strip Description
•Your system measures the amount of sugar (glucose) in whole blood. Blood is applied to the
absorbent hole of the test strip and is automatically drawn into the reaction cell where the
reaction takes place.
•The test strip consists of the following parts:
Contact Bars
Insert this end of the test strip into the meter.
Push it in firmly until it will go no further
Test Strip Handle
Hold this part to insert the test strip into the slot.
Confirmation Window
This is where you confirm if enough blood has been
applied to the Absorbent Hole of the strip.
Absorbent Hole
Apply a drop of blood here; the blood will be sucked automatically.
•Refer to the section below: “Taking Your Blood Glucose Reading,” for complete instructions.
Important Test Strip Information
•Store test strip packages in a cool, dry place below 40°C (104F). Keep away from direct sunlight
and heat. Do not refrigerate.
•Store your test strips in their original vial only; do not transfer them to a new bottle or any other container.
•After removing a test strip from the vial, immediately replace the vial cap and close it tightly.
•With clean, dry hands, you may touch the test strip anywhere on its surface when removing it from
the vial or inserting it into the meter.
•Use each test strip immediately after removing it from the vial.
•Write the discard date on the vial label when you first open it. Discard remaining test strips and
the vial 90 days after first opening date.
•Apply only blood sample or control solution to the absorbent hole. Applying other substances to
the absorbent hole will cause inaccurate results.
•Do not use test strips beyond the expiration date printed on the package since they may cause
inaccurate results.
•Do not bend, cut or alter a test strip in any way.
Before You Start
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Installation
! FOR YOUR IDEAL LIFE Pod™ !
Connecting your IDEAL LIFE Pod™
USING AN RJ11 JACK
CAUTION!
•Unplug phone cord from wall before installing, plugging in an external power source, or changing
batteries.
•Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
•Never touch uninsulated telephone wire or terminals, unless the telephone line has been
disconnected at the network interface.
•Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
Plug one end of the telephone line cord (provided) into the jack on the back of your IDEAL LIFE Pod™
marked LINE.
Note: The IDEAL LIFE Pod™ is designed not to draw power from the
batteries when the AC adapter is in use.
Plug the other end of the telephone line cord (provided)
into a modular wall jack.
If you wish to use the same modular wall jack for your
IDEAL LIFE Pod™ and your telephone, connect the telephone
line cord from your telephone into the jack on the back of
your IDEAL LIFE Pod™ marked PHONE.
Connect the small end of the power supply into the power
AC jack on the back of the IDEAL LIFE Pod™ marked
POWER. Plug the other end into an AC power outlet.
Your IDEAL LIFE Pod™ will automatically power up once it is
plugged in to an AC power outlet.
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RECHARGING BATTERIES WITH YOUR IDEAL LIFE POD™:
•Remove the battery compartment door on the bottom of your IDEAL LIFE Pod™ by pushing gently
in the direction shown on the battery cover.
•Place the rechargeable batteries as marked.
•Replace the battery compartment door and push the compartment door shut in the opposite
direction shown on the battery cover.
•When using rechargeable batteries with your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™, simply place them in
your IDEAL LIFE Pod™ for 10 hours to recharge when battery status is low as indicated on your
IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™
Powering Up Your IDEAL LIFE
Gluco-Manager™
INSTALLING THE BATTERIES (INCLUDED)
•Remove the battery compartment door on your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™ by lifting the battery
door using the notch
•Place the batteries as instructed on the device
•Replace the battery compartment door and click into place
•NOTE: Replacing the battery does not affect previous test results stored in memory of the meter.
However, the time and date settings may need to be updated if batteries are not in the device for
an extended period of time. Use only new batteries of the required size and the recommended
type. For best performance and the longest life, alkaline batteries are recommended. Do not mix
different type, date or brand name batteries together. Be sure to follow the instructions when
installing the batteries. Since batteries can leak Chemicals that damages electronic parts, leaving
the battery in the housing for a long period without using the device may damage the main unit.
Please remove the batteries if you are not going to use the device for an extended period of time
(i.e., 3 months or more). The batteries should be kept away from small children as they pose a
choking hazard. If swallowed, promptly see a doctor for help.
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FIRST TIME POWER UP AND ACTIVATION WHEN USING AN
IDEAL LIFE POD™ (*an optional accessory, sold separately)
To use the IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™ with your IDEAL LIFE Pod™ you must call an IDEAL LIFE
customer representative to activate. Make sure to call IDEAL LIFE before you begin. Then make sure
that the IDEAL LIFE Pod™ is connected to a telephone line cord and RJ11 jack, and “Powered ON”!
Hold down any button on your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™
for 3 seconds to Power up
READ THROUGH THE IDEAL LIFE INC. TERMS
AND CONDITIONS FIRST, THEN PROCEED
AND FOLLOW THE PROMPTS ON THE
SCREEN AS SHOWN HERE:
First select the appropriate language using the buttons labeled
and OK.
Then Answer the question on the following screen regarding
terms and conditions using the YES and NO labeled buttons.
To gain full advantage of all the features your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-
Manager™ has to offer, you will need to LINK your IDEAL LIFE
Gluco-Manager™ and IDEAL LIFE Pod™. To ensure that your
IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™ and IDEAL LIFE Pod™ are LINKED
properly, you will need to call IDEAL LIFE directly to activate. To
ensure that the steps are followed correctly, you should first
setup your IDEAL LIFE Pod™, power it up, and then begin the
steps of powering up your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™. During
your activation call with IDEAL LIFE, an IDEAL LIFE customer representative will verify your IDEAL LIFE
Gluco-Manager™ and IDEAL LIFE Pod™ ID numbers. and you will be ready to take full advantage of all
your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™ has to offer. For a detailed description of all the features and
functions continue to the FUNCTIONS section of this manual.
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LANGUAGE
ENGLISH
ESPANOL
FRANCAIS
OK
PLEASE CALL
888-IDEAL-41
TO ACTIVATE
OK
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CALIBRATION
When using the system for the first time, or before using a new vial of test strips, you need to do
calibration, which can be easily done by inserting the code strip into the meter. It is important to
make sure that the code displayed on the LCD is the same as the code printed on the test strip vial
before you proceed. ONLY TEST BLOOD GLUCOSE WHEN THE CODES ARE
IDENTICAL, SO THE TEST RESULTS WILL BE ACCURATE. Please calibrate the meter
according to the following steps.
STEP 1. Enter the Code Mode
Start with the meter turned off. Insert
a test strip to turn on the meter. “CH”
and “ ” will appear. Next, the ambient
temperature and then the code number will appear.
STEP 2 Match the Code Numbers.
Compare the code number on the
meter display with the code number
on the test strip vial. If the two code
numbers match, you may begin testing.
If not, follow Step 3.
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STEP 3 Code the Meter
With the meter off, insert the
code strip and the code number will appear
on the display. Then remove the
code strip and “OFF” will appear.
This tells you that coding is complete.
You can start testing now.
CAUTION!
If the code number displayed on the meter does not match the number printed on the vial, test
results will be wrong.
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ABOUT CONTROL SOLUTION
Control solutions contain a known amount of glucose that reacts with test strips. By comparing your
control solution test results with the expected range printed on the test strip vial label, it is able to check
that the meter and the test strips are working together as a system and that you are performing the test
correctly. It is very important that you do this simple check routinely to make sure you get accurate results.
How often should the control solution test be performed?
•When you use this system to test your blood for the first time, practice the procedure using
control solution. When you can do three tests in a row that are within the expected range, you are
ready to test your blood.
•Routinely check the meter and test strips, so perform a single test for each level of control
solution at least once a week
When should the control solution test be performed?
•When you first get your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™
•When you begin using a new vial of test strips.
•Whenever you suspect that the meter or test strips are not working properly.
•When your blood glucose test results are not consistent with how you feel, or when you think your
results are inaccurate.
•When your test strips are expeose to extreme environmental conditions (See “Important Test Strip
Information” below)
•When you want to practice running the test.
•If you drop the meter.
IMPORTANT CONTROL SOLUTION TEST INFORMATION
•Use the same branded control solutions as the test strips
•Check the expiry date on the control solution vial. Do not use if expired.
•Control solution, meter, and test strips should come to room temperature
(20°C - 25°C / 68°F - 77°F) before testing.
•Shake the vial before use. Discard the first drop of control solution. After squeezing, wipe off the
dispenser tip to avoid contamination. The above tips ensure you get a good sample and an
accurate result.
•Use a period of 90 days from the date that you first open it. Record the discard date (date
opened plus 90 days) on the control solution vial. Discard after 90 days.
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•Store the control solution tightly closed at temperature below 30°C (86°F) and do not refrigerate.
NOTE! The control solution range printed on the test strip vial is for
appropriately branded control solution only. It is used to test meter and
test strip performance. It is not the recommended range for your blood
glucose level.
HOW TO DO A CONTROL SOLUTION TEST?
Step 1. Insert a Test Strip
Insert a test strip with contact bars end first and facing up into the test slot. (Contact bars must be
inserted all the way into the meter or you may get an inaccurate test result.) The meter turns on
automatically. The screen will display a “CH” and “ ” first, then the ambient temperature
next and finally a code number will appear on the display with the “ ” symbol. Be sure the code
number on the display matches the code number on the test strip vial. If the code numbers do not
match, please refer to the “Calibration” section above for the correct code selection.
After the “ ” symbol appears on the display, press the Left Soft Button to allow for the screen to
display CTL. With CTL on the screen, the meter will not store your test result in memory. If you decide
not to perform a control solution test, press the Left Soft Button and the CTL screen will disappear.
NOTE! Every time you perform a control solution test, you must enter into
the “CTL” test mode so that the test result will not be stored in the meter
memory.
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Step 2. Apply Control Solution
Shake the control solution vial well. Remove the cap.
Squeeze the vial, discard the first drop, and wipe off
the dispenser tip. Squeeze the vial again to get
another drop and place the drop on your finger tip first.
Then, apply the drip to the absorbent hole of the test
(where it meets the narrow channel) until the drop is
drawn into the test strip and the confirmation window is filled. The meter begins to count down.
CAUTION! To avoid contaminating the control solution with the content of
the test strip, you have to place a drop of control solution on a clean
surface or on your finger tip first. Do not directly apply control solution
into a strip.
Step 3. Display test result
After counting to 0, the control solution test result appears.
Compare the result with the range printed on the test strip vial.
The result should fall within this range.
Out of Range Results
If test results fall outside the range printed on the test strip vial, check the “Problem Solving Guide,”
below and repeat the test. IF you continue to get out of range results, it means that the system may
not be working properly. Do NOT test your blood. Contact an IDEAL LIFE™ customer representative at
1-888-IDEAL-41 (888-433-2541) to resolve the issue.
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CORRECT INCORRECT
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Functions
(when using the IDEAL LIFE POD™,
an optional accessory sold separately)
Main Screen
The Main Screen is your default screen. This is where you
will be directed to after completing functions and where
you will find status indicators for the functioning of your
IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™.
In the upper middle portion of the display you will find a
battery icon, displaying power status of your IDEAL LIFE
Gluco-Manager™
Indicates full power
Indicates power is getting low, you should change your batteries
Indicates that your blood pressure measuring function has been turned off.
Replace your batteries immediately.
)))In the upper right corner of the display you will find an icon representing
a reception/transmission meter. This icon represents connectivity to an IDEAL LIFE Pod™.
NOTE: The reception/transmission icon will not be displayed if
TRANSMISSION is turned off (see TRANSMISSION section below for details).
If you have unread messages, you will see an envelope icon on the upper left corner of the display.
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IDEAL LIFE
MENU
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Taking Your Blood Glucose Reading
Be sure to read this section and any inserts found in the test strip box carefully before taking a
reading.
GETTING A DROP OF BLOOD
Step 1. Insert a Lancet in the
Adjustable Lancing Device
Twist the lancing device cap to remove it. Insert a
lancet into the lancet holder and push down firmly until
it is fully seated. Do not twist the lancet.
Twist the protective disk until it separates from the
lancet.
WARNING! To reduce the chance of infection:
•Never share a lancet or the lancing device with anyone.
•Always use a new, sterile lancet. Lancets are for single use only.
•Avoid getting hand lotion, oils, or debris in or on the lancets and the lancing device.
Replace and screw the lancing device cap until it is
snug but not too tight.
The adjustable tip offers 5 levels of skin penetration. To
select the desired depth, twist the adjustable tip in
either direction until the number lines up with the
Arrow. To select the best depth: 1-2 for soft or thin
skin, 3 for average skin, 4-5 for thick or calloused skin.
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WHEN TO OBTAINING BLOOD FROM SITES OTHER THAN THE
FINGERTIP
A clear cap, together with the kit, makes it easier to get a drop of blood from AST. When you want to
obtain blood from sites except the finger, replace the clear cap instead of the lancing device cap.
Screw the clear cap onto the lancing device until it is snug, but not too tight, and then continue to
step 2.
Step 2. Cock the Lancing Device
Slide the ejection/cocking control back until it
clicks. If it does not click, the lancing device
may have been cocked when the lancet was
inserted.
Step 3. Wash your hands and the Puncture Site
Use warm, soapy water to wash your hands and the puncture site. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
Step 4. Select and Lance a Puncture Site
•Fingertip
Hold the lancing device firmly against the side of
your finger. Press the release button. You will hear a
click, indicating that the puncture is completed.
• Sites other than a fingertip
Please refer to the section of “About Alternative Site Testing” above. Please consult your health
professional before obtaining blood from sites other than a fingertip.
WARNING! The system requires a very small blood drop to perform a test.
You can obtain it from a fingertip. Choose a different spot each time you
test. Repeated punctures in the same spot may cause soreness and
calluses. Before you decide to do palm testing, please consult your health
professional first.
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Step 5. Gently Massage the Area, Do NOT Smear
the Blood Sample
To obtain correct results, it is recommended that the first drop of
blood should be discarded with a clean tissue paper or cotton. Use
the second drop of blood for testing. The required blood sample is
0.7 microlitre in volume.
Step 6 Remove the Lancet
Take the lancet out carefully. Place the disk on a hard surface and
push the exposed tip into the protective disk. Always use caution
when removing the lancet. Discard lancets according to local
regulations.
WARNING! The first drop of blood usually contains
tissue fluid and serum, which may affect the test
result. It should be discarded.
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TAKING A READING
Step 1. Insert the Test Strip
Insert a test strip with contact bars end first and facing up into the test
slot. (Contact bars must be inserted all the way into the meter or you
may get an inaccurate test result.) The meter turns on automatically and
shows the following messages:
When using the IDEAL LIFE POD™, an optional accessory sold separately
Be sure the code number on the display matches the code number
on the test strip vial. If not, please refer to the “Calibration”
section above for correct code selection.
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TD-4227
CHECK
Room
Temperature
78˚ F
CODE
303
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Step 2. Apply Sample
Obtain a drop of blood using the adjustable lancing device. The
blood sample must be at least 0.7 microliter in volume or you may
get an inaccurate test result. When “ ” appears on the display,
apply the blood to the absorbent hole of the test strip where it
meets the narrow channel. Do not push your finger against the
test strip or try to apply a smeared sample. The blood should be
completely fill the confirmation window before the meter begins to
count down. If not, do not try to add more blood to the test strip.
Discard the test strip and retest with a new one. If you have
trouble filling the test strip, please contact the dealer for
assistance.
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CODE
303
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Step 3. Display a Glucose Result
Your blood glucose test result appears after the meter counts to 0. This
blood glucose result is automatically stored in the meter memory. Turn
the meter off by removing the test strip. Discard the used test strip
carefully to avoid contamination.
When the measurement is complete, your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™ will then display your reading
automatically, and begin to communicate (if TRANSMISSION is turned ON) and you are using your
IDEAL LIFE Pod™ or Bluetooth® enabled cellular phone or device. Your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™
will notify you on the bottom of the display as to the status of your connection. Connection times
may vary depending on many factors. If a connection has not occurred, your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-
Manager™ will try to connect at a later time. Your reading will always be stored in your meter memory
for local lookup. After displaying your reading and automatically communicating the information, your
meter will automatically return to the default screen before going into sleep mode. Each time your
IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™ communicates successfully to IDEA LIFE through your IDEAL LIFE Pod™
the time and date are set to ensure reliable date and time stamping of all readings.
NOTE! If you do not apply a blood sample within 2 minutes, the meter will
automatically turn off. You must remove the test strip and insert it back
again to restart the test procedure.
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LOOKING AT PREVIOUSLY TAKEN READINGS
Your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™ will store up to 250 of your latest readings.
Press Menu to view the feature list.
SCROLL to highlight READINGS (it should already be
highlighted as it is the first line item in the list).
Press SELECT to enter your selection.
SCROLL to highlight DATA (it should already be highlighted
as it is the first line item in the list).
Press SELECT to enter your selection.
You can now scroll through your readings, screen by screen
using the SCROLL button.
If you have less than one page full of readings or have
reached your final screen you can press the button labeled
EXIT to return to the READINGS section (Remember you can
always press the START/ESCAPE button to return to the
default screen).
NOTE! Your meter can display test results in millimoles per litre (mmol/L) or
milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL). The mmol/L unit is standard in Canada.
The mg/dL unit is standard in the United States. Use of the wrong unit of
measure may cause you to misinterpret your blood glucose level, and may
lead to incorrect treatment.
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MENU
READINGS
MESSAGES
OPTIONS
SCROLL SELECT
READINGS
DATA
GRAPH
SCROLL SELECT
DATE READING
01-14 108
01-15 101
01-16 100
01-16 105
01-16 104
SCROLL
DATE READING
01-14 108
01-15 101
EXIT
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Looking at Graphs
When using an IDEAL LIFE Pod™, your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™ will store different types of graphs
downloaded from the IDEAL LIFE website. (All the graphs can be altered through the IDEAL LIFE
website, refer to www.ideallifeonline.com for details).
Press Menu to view the feature list.
•SCROLL to highlight READINGS (it should already be
highlighted as it is the first line item in the list)
•Press SELECT to enter your selection.
•SCROLL to highlight GRAPH.
•Press SELECT to enter your selection.
•You can now scroll through your graphs screen by screen
using the button labeled NEXT. While scrolling through screens,
you can always go to the previous screen by pressing the button
labeled BACK.
If you have only one graph in memory, or have reached your
final screen you can press the button labeled EXIT to return
to the READINGS section (Remember you can always press
the START/ESCAPE button to return to the default screen).
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LATEST DAILY AVG
110
105
100
95
90
07 JAN – 07 JAN
BACK NEXT
MENU
READINGS
MESSAGES
OPTIONS
SCROLL SELECT
READINGS
DATA
GRAPH
SCROLL SELECT
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Looking at Messages
Your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™ is equipped for 2-way, interactive communication when using an IDEAL
LIFE Pod™ or Bluetooth® enabled cellular phone or device. Messages can be sent remotely to your IDEAL
LIFE Gluco-Manager™ and responded to directly. When messages are transmitted to your IDEAL LIFE
Gluco-Manager™, they are stored for automatic display before your next blood glucose measurement. If
you have unread messages in memory, there will be an ENVELOPE icon located on the upper left corner of
the default screen. You can also read any unread messages in the MESSAGES section for later response.
•Press Menu to view the feature list.
•SCROLL to highlight MESSAGES.
•Press SELECT to enter your selection.
Messages will be displayed in order of time received
(oldest first). Responding to messages automatically stores
them for later transmission and automatically scrolls to the
next message if there is more than one unread message in
your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™.
There are 3 types of messages. The type of question will dictate the button labels. Simply press
the desired button shown on the screen. (Remember, you can always press the START/ESCAPE button
to return to the default screen)
For Example:
Free text messages allow for 2 possible responses, and are
displayed on one screen and may look like this:
Multiple Choice messages allowing for up to 6 possible responses are displayed on 2 screens, and
may look like this:
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f: DAUGHTER
s: DINNER
When do you
want to go
to dinner?
NEXT
s: DINNER
7:00 PM
7:30 PM
8:00 PM
9:00 PM
SCROLL SELECT
f: SELF
s: KIDS
Reminder:
Pick up kids
at 4:00 PM.
OK
MENU
READINGS
MESSAGES
OPTIONS
SCROLL SELECT
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Options
The OPTIONS section allows you to set-up your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™ with features that are not
frequently changed.
BEEPER
The beeper function is turned on by default. If you receive a message that is tagged as urgent the
beeper will sound when the message is displayed.
•Press Menu to view the feature list.
•SCROLL to highlight OPTIONS.
•Press SELECT to enter your selection.
•Press SCROLL to highlight BEEPER.
•Press SELECT to enter your selection.
If you wish to switch the beeper on or off, simply select
BEEPER in the OPTIONS menu. You can then press CHANGE
to select the desired option (you can select between ON or
OFF)
Once you’ve selected your desired option simply press
EXIT to return to the main screen.
CONNECTION
There are different circumstances that require changes to be made to your connection settings.
Select the appropriate option to modify your connection settings.
Transmission
In certain situations you may be required to turn off your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™ ability to
transmit, as it may interfere with sensitive equipment in the surrounding area. Examples of places
where you are required to turn off all wireless devices include most areas in hospitals, health clinics
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BEEPER
ON
CHANGE EXIT
MENU
READINGS
MESSAGES
OPTIONS
SCROLL SELECT
OPTIONS
BEEPER
UNITS
CONNECTION
FACTORY DEFAULT
SCROLL SELECT
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and planes. To change the transmission feature on your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™ simply follow the
instructions below.
•Press Menu to view the feature list.
•SCROLL to highlight OPTIONS.
•Press SELECT to enter your selection.
•Press SCROLL to highlight CONNECTION.
•Press SELECT to enter your selection.
•Press SCROLL to highlight TRANSMISSION.
•Press SELECT to enter your selection.
•Press CHANGE to select your desired option (you can select
between ON or OFF)
•Press EXIT when you are finished to return to the main screen.
If the TRANSMISSION is set to the OFF selection, you will see a
notice displaying TRANSMISSION OFF on the main screen to
remind you to switch back the setting when you are able to do so.
NOTE: If you change the transmission setting to OFF you must remember to
change back the transmission setting to ON when you are able to do so or your
IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™ will not transmit any of your data that is stored in
memory. When your unit reaches its maximum allowable storage capacity, it
will automatically delete the oldest data to create room for new data.
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TRANSMISSION
ON
CHANGE EXIT
MENU
READINGS
MESSAGES
OPTIONS
SCROLL SELECT
OPTIONS
BEEPER
CONNECTION
UNITS
FACTORY DEFAULT
SCROLL SELECT
CONNECTION
TRANSMISSION
TELEPHONE LINE
LINK
SCROLL SELECT
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Dialing Pattern
The dialing pattern dictates the manner in which your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™ dials out through a
telephone line when connected to an IDEAL LIFE Pod™. Different areas and situations require different
methods of dialing which are preset at the time of registration. If you are required to change your dialing
pattern, follow the steps below.If you are not sure what dialing pattern you should be using, contact the
local phone provider in the area you are dialing from.
•Press Menu to view the feature list.
•SCROLL to highlight OPTIONS.
•Press SELECT to enter your selection.
•Press SCROLL to highlight CONNECTION.
•Press SELECT to enter your selection.
•Press SCROLL to highlight TELEPHONE LINE
•Press SELECT to enter your selection
•Press SCROLL to highlight DIAL PATTERN.
•Press SELECT to enter your selection.
•Press SCROLL to highlight the desired option.
•Press SELECT to enter your selection.
The dialing pattern options are defined below:
•1-###-###-#### for 11 digit dialing; that is,
1 – (area code) – phone number
•###-###-#### for 10 digit dialing; that is,
(area code) – phone number
•###-#### for 7 digit dialing; that is, phone number only
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DIALING PATTERN
1-###-###-####
###-###-####
###-####
SCROLL SELECT
MENU
READINGS
MESSAGES
OPTIONS
SCROLL SELECT
OPTIONS
BEEPER
CONNECTION
UNITS
FACTORY DEFAULT
SCROLL SELECT
TELEPHONE LINE
DIAL PATTERN
LINE ACCESS
SCROLL SELECT
CONNECTION
TRANSMISSION
TELEPHONE LINE
LINK
SCROLL SELECT
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Line Access
As with dialing patterns, different locations may require your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™ to acquire an
outbound line before dialing. If you are not sure what line access option you should be using, contact
your local phone service provider for details. Generally no line access will be necessary, however if you
are in a hotel or office building, the IDEAL LIFE Pod™ may be required to dial an 8 or 9 before the
phone number (check before changing the line access feature).
•Press Menu to view the feature list.
•SCROLL to highlight OPTIONS.
•Press SELECT to enter your selection.
•Press SCROLL to highlight CONNECTION.
•Press SELECT to enter your selection.
•Press SCROLL to highlight TELEPHONE LINE
•Press SCROLL to highlight LINE ACCESS.
•Press SELECT to enter your selection.
•Press SCROLL to select your desired option (you can select
between: NONE, 9, 8, #9, *9)
•Once you've selected your desired selection, on the following
screen you will be asked to CHANGE or ENTER. Press ENTER to
select and press CHANGE to go back and change your selection
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MENU
READINGS
MESSAGES
OPTIONS
SCROLL SELECT
OPTIONS
BEEPER
CONNECTION
UNITS
FACTORY DEFAULT
SCROLL SELECT
TELEPHONE LINE
DIAL PATTERN
LINE ACCESS
SCROLL SELECT
LINE ACCESS
NONE
SCROLL EXIT
CONNECTION
TRANSMISSION
TELEPHONE LINE
LINK
SCROLL SELECT
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The line access options are defined below:
•NONE This is the default selection (most common type of line access used; most homes use this method)
•9 Usually required when dialing out of offices
•8 Usually required when dialing out of select hotels
•#9 Usually required when dialing out of select hotels and homes
•*9 Usually required when dialing out of homes equipped with intercom systems
Using a Bluetooth® Enabled Cellular Phone
or Device
In the event that you are away form an RJ11 modular jack, your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™ is
equipped to communicate through a Bluetooth® enabled cellular phone or device that can
automatically connect to the Internet.
Linking your Bluetooth® enabled cellular phone or device
First you must ensure that IDEAL LIFE™ has the details of your Bluetooth® enabled cellular phone or
device. Please call IDEAL LIFE directly to ensure that your details are up to date. Then you will be
required to LINK your Bluetooth® enabled cellular phone or device to your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™.
Simply follow the below instructions and on screen directions to complete this exercise.
•Press Menu to view the feature list.
•SCROLL to highlight OPTIONS.
•Press SELECT to enter your selection.
•Press SCROLL to highlight CONNECTION.
•Press SELECT to enter your selection.
•Press SCROLL to highlight LINK
•Press SELECT to enter your selection.
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MENU
READINGS
MESSAGES
OPTIONS
SCROLL SELECT
OPTIONS
BEEPER
CONNECTION
UNITS
FACTORY DEFAULT
SCROLL SELECT
CONNECTION
TRANSMISSION
TELEPHONE LINE
LINK
SCROLL SELECT
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•Press SCROLL to highlight LINK DEVICE
•Press SELECT to enter your selection.
Your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™ will automatically search for a Bluetooth® enabled cellular phone or
device and will display the below screen.
Once a Bluetooth® enabled cellular phone or device is found, simply follow the on screen directions.
Once the Bluetooth® enabled cellular phone or device is LINKED to your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™,
you will be ready to use your newly LINKED device to communicate.
If you need to remove an established link from your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™, simply use the
UNLINK DEVICE feature.
!A Bluetooth® enabled cellular phone or device connection cannot be used
upon first use, only after successful activation is completed; and IDEAL LIFE
must be contacted and supplied with your particular Bluetooth® enabled
cellular phone details before using a cellular phone connection!
Remember, when using a Bluetooth® enabled cellular phone or device for communication, your IDEAL
LIFE Gluco-Manager™ will automatically dial out through your Bluetooth® enabled cellular phone or
device directly. You do not have to do any dialing on your Bluetooth® enabled cellular phone or
device.
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LINK
LINK DEVICE
UNLINK DEVICE
CURRENT STATUS
SCROLL SELECT
SEARCHING
FOR DEVICE
...........
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CHECKING THE STATUS OF YOUR IDEAL LIFE GLUCO-MANAGER™
If you ever wish to check the current status of your device links on your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™, or
other important information related to your IDEAL LIFE BP-Manager simply follow the below instructions.
•Press Menu to view the feature list.
•SCROLL to highlight OPTIONS.
•Press SELECT to enter your selection.
•Press SCROLL to highlight CONNECTION.
•Press SELECT to enter your selection.
•Press SCROLL to highlight LINK
•Press SELECT to enter your selection.
•Press SCROLL to highlight CURRENT STATUS
•Press SELECT to enter your selection.
On the next several screens, simply use the labeled soft keys to navigate through the current status
items of your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™. Remember, you can always press the START/ESCAPE
button to return to the default screen.
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MENU
READINGS
MESSAGES
OPTIONS
SCROLL SELECT
OPTIONS
BEEPER
CONNECTION
UNITS
FACTORY DEFAULT
SCROLL SELECT
CONNECTION
TRANSMISSION
TELEPHONE LINE
LINK
SCROLL SELECT
LINK
LINK DEVICE
UNLINK DEVICE
CURRENT STATUS
SCROLL SELECT
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UNITS
If you ever wish to change the units of measurement and temperature of your device, simply follow
the below instructions.
•Press Menu to view the feature list.
•SCROLL to highlight OPTIONS.
•Press SELECT to enter your selection.
•Press SCROLL to highlight UNITS.
•Press SELECT to enter your selection.
•Press SCROLL to highlight your choice of either mg/dL or mmol/L
(mg/dL example shown)
•Press SELECT to enter your selection.
•Press SCROLL your choice of either CELSIUS or FAHRENHEIT
(CELSIUS example shown)
•Press SELECT to enter your selection.
•The final screen will be your desired selection.
If you want to go back, press CHANGE :
On the next several screens, simply use the labeled soft keys to navigate through the current status
items of your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™. Remember, you can always press the START/ESCAPE
button to return to the default screen.
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MENU
READINGS
MESSAGES
OPTIONS
SCROLL SELECT
OPTIONS
BEEPER
CONNECTION
UNITS
FACTORY DEFAULT
SCROLL SELECT
UNITS
mg/dL
mmol/L
SCROLL SELECT
UNITS
CELSIUS
FAHRENHEIT
SCROLL SELECT
UNITS
mg/dL
CELSIUS
CHANGE SELECT
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FACTORY DEFAULT
This option restores the unit back to its factory settings. DO NOT RESET YOUR IDEAL LIFE GLUCO-
MANAGER™ UNLESS INSTRUCTED TO DO SO BY AN IDEAL LIFE CUSTOMER REPRESENTATIVE. This option
will erase all your information stored in your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™ and will require you to re-
register if you are using an IDEAL LIFE Pod™. ONLY SELECT THIS OPTION IF YOU ARE REQUIRED TO DO SO.
To reset your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™ back to factory default settings follow the below instructions.
•Press Menu to view the feature list.
•SCROLL to highlight OPTIONS.
•Press SELECT to enter your selection.
•Press SCROLL to highlight FACTORY DEFAULT.
•Press SELECT to enter your selection.
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RESTORE
FACTORY DEFAULT
SETTINGS?
YES NO
ARE YOU SURE
YOU WISH TO
RESTORE FACTORY
DEFAULTS?
YES NO
RESETTING...
MENU
READINGS
MESSAGES
OPTIONS
SCROLL SELECT
OPTIONS
BEEPER
CONNECTION
UNITS
FACTORY DEFAULT
SCROLL SELECT
•Pressing NO will return you
to the default screen.
•Pressing YES will display a
confirmation screen.
•Pressing YES will reset the
device.
While this occurs this screen will
be displayed; when done, the unit
will reset and then restart, and
restore factory default settings.
This takes about 30-40 seconds
and then Language Selection
screen will be displayed.
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Comparing Meter And
Laboratory Results
The result you obtain from your meter may different somewhat from your laboratory result due to
normal variation. Meter results can be affected by factors and conditions that do not affect
laboratory results in the same way (see test strip package insert for typical accuracy and precision
data and for important information on limitations). To make an accurate comparison between meter
and laboratory results, follow the guidelines below.
Before you go to the lab:
•Perform a control solution test to make sure that the meter is working properly.
•It is best to fast for at least eight hours before doing comparison tests.
•Take your meter with you to the lab.
While at the lab:
•Make sure that the samples for both tests (the meter test and the lab test) are taken and tested
within 15 minutes of each other.
•Wash your hands before obtaining a blood sample.
•Never use your meter with blood that has been collected in a gray-top test tube.
•Use fresh capillary blood only.
You may still have variation from the result because blood glucose levels can change significantly over
short periods, especially if you have recently eaten, exercised, taken medication, or experienced
stress1. In addition, if you have eaten recently, the blood glucose level from a finger stick can be up
to 70mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L) higher than blood drawn from a vein (venous sample) used for a lab test2.
Therefore, it is best to fast for eight hours before doing comparison tests. Factors such as the amount
of red blood cells in the blood (a high or low hematocrit) or the loss of body fluid (severe
dehydration) may also cause a meter result to be different from a laboratory result.
References
1. Surwit, R.S., and Feinglos, M.N.: Diabetes Forecast (1988), April, 49-51
2. Sacks, D.B.: “Carbohydrates. “Burtis, S.A., and Ashwood, E.R. (ed.), Tietz Textbook of Clinical
Chemistry. Philadelphia: W.B. Saunders Company (1994), 959.
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Care And Maintenance
Your meter does not require special maintenance. As no blood or control solution comes in contact
with the meter, there is no special cleaning required. Take care to avoid getting dirt, dust, blood,
control solution or water inside the meter through the test port. Store the meter in its carrying case
after each use. A cloth dampened with water and mild detergent can be used to wipe down the
outside of the meter. Your meter is a precision instrument. Please handle it with care.
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Specificaitons
IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™
Model: GMM 0001 IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™
Display: LCD Digital Display
Power Source: Two 1.5V AAA alkaline batteries
Battery Life: Over 1,000 determinants
Operating Temperature/Humidity: 10°C - 40°C, below 85% R.H. (non-condensing)
Storage Temperature/Humididty: 4°C - 40°C, below 85% R.H.
Weight: 103.5 g
Dimension: 97 mm (l) x 77.7 mm (w) x 24.8 (h)
Auto Electrode Inserting Detection YES
Auto Sample Loading Detection YES
Auto Reaction Time Count-Down YES
Sleeping Mode Power Consumption Less than 50uA
Auto Shut Off After 2 minutes without action
Temperature Warning YES
Measurement Units mg/dL or mmol/L
Note: these specifications, to improve performance, are subject to change without notice.
IDEAL LIFE Pod™
Model: ILP 0001 IDEAL LIFE Pod™
Display: 3 LED’s
Power Source: AC adapter
Operating Temperature/Humidity: 10°C - 40°C/Below 85% relative humidity
Storage Temperature/Humidity -5°C - 50°C/Below 90% relative humidity
Console Weight: Approx. 142 g without batteries
Outer Dimensions: Approx. 120 mm Width x 105 mm Depth x 30 mm Height
Note: These specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Problem Solving Guide
The following is a summary of potential problems in operation to help troubleshoot various issues.
Improper use may cause an inaccurate result without producing an error message or a symbol. In the
event of a problem, refer to the information under action.
If you follow the recommended instructions but a problem still exists, please contact an IDEAL LIFE™
customer representative at 1-888-IDEAL-41 (888-433-2541) to resolve the issue.
Trouble Shooting
Situation: The meter does not display a message after inserting a test strip.
PROBABLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO
Battery exhausted. Replace the battery.
Battery incorrectly installed or absent. Check that the battery is correctly installed.
Test strip inserted upside-down Insert the test strip correctly with the contact bars end
or incompletely. first and facing up.
Defective meter. Please call an IDEAL LIFE customer representative.
Situation: The test does not start after applying the sample.
PROBABLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO
Insufficient blood sample. Repeat the test using a new test strip with larger
volume of blood sample.
Defective test strip. Repeat the test with a new test strip.
Sample applied after automatic Repeat the test with a new test strip.
shutoff (3 minutes after last user action). Apply sample only when “ ” appears on the display.
Defective meter. Please call an IDEAL LIFE customer representative.
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Situation: If the control solution test result is out of range.
PROBABLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO
Error in performing the test. Read the instruction thoroughly
and repeat the test again.
Improper code number. Check if the code number on the display matches the
code number on the test strip vial.
Do not shake the control solution vial Shake the control solution vigorously
very well. and repeat the test again.
Expired or contaminated control solution. Check the expiry date or the discarded date of the
control solution.
Control solution that is too warm Control solution, monitor, and test strips should
or too cold. come to room temperature (68-77°F/20-25 °C)
before testing.
Test strip deterioration. Repeat the test with a new test strip.
Meter malfunction. Please call an IDEAL LIFE customer representative.
Error Message
MESSAGE WHAT IT MEANS ACTION
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Appears when the batteries
can not provide enough
power for a test.
Appears when inserting a
used test strip.
Appears when ambient
temperature is out of system
operation range.
Invalid coding.
Remove the strip after
applying blood to the
absorbent hole.
Problem with the meter.
Replace the batteries immediately.
Test with a new test strip.
System operation range is 10~40˚F
(50~104˚C). Repeat the test after the
meter and test strip have reached the
above temperature.
Try a new code strip and insert again.
Re-test with a new test strip.
Review the instructions and re-test with
a new test strip. If the above steps do
not work, please contact the Customer
Care Service for help.
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Summary of Operation
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Summary of Operation
This summary is intended only for quick reference and not as a substitute for the instruction manual.
Please read the entire manual before you begin testing.
Step 1. Insert test strip
The meter is automatically turned on and displays the room temperature
and the code number
Step 2. Match the code
Check if the displayed code number is the same number as the number
on the strip vial
Step 3. Apply sample
Select and clean the puncture site. Touch and hold the
drop of blood to the absorbent hole of test strip until
the confirmation window is completely filled.
Step 4. Obtain accurate results
The meter begins to count down and then displays the test result. If you
find the confirmation window does not fill completely, do not add blood
to the strip. Discard the strip and use a new one to retest.
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Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement
15.21
You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the part responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
15.105(b)
This 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 harmful
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 or more of the following
measures:
-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
-Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1) this device may not cause interference and
2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure
compliance. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
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and meters, heart monitors. IDEAL LIFE GLUCO-MANAGER, IDEAL LIFE BP-MANAGER, IDEAL LIFE POD, REALIZING THE VISION
OF A BETTER TOMORROW, Leveraging the Power of Communication and Solutions for better healthcare through advanced
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