Lifescan One Touch Basic Plus Diabetes Monitoring System User's Manual
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1. Step 2 Apply Control Solution Shake the control solution vial well before using If there are any bubbles on iy er the top of the vial f wipe them off with a clean tissue Remove the cap and apply a drop of control solution to the middle of the test spot covering it completely Do not dab wipe or smear control solution on the test spot Avoid contaminating the control solution Do not touch the test spot with the tip of the vial Step 3 Control Solution Result Appears in 45 Seconds Compare the control solution test result with the ONE TOUCH Normal Control Range printed on the test strip vial When you get a control solution test result within the control range you are ready to test your blood Example Note The control solution range is shown in two different units of measure mo dL and mmol L ONE TOUCH Normal Control Range 86 122 MG DL 4 8 6 8 MMOL L Example Control solution test results are Expired or contaminated control automatically stored with the word solution contri If you use a logbook Improper coding of the meter indicate control solution tests Dirt on test strip holder or on test by writing C after the result area beneath the test strip holder Control solution results Test strip deterioration If test results fall outside the range Expired or contaminated test strip printed on the test strip vial repeat Meter ma2. TICN pel mg l r ci UT INGE IN EA LoL FE TANGE al ternatin ng with Bama e APPEARS WHEN The check strip test result falls into the acceptable range The check strip range is printed on the back of your meter Your blood glucose test result is low 60 mg dL 3 3 mmol L or below possibly indicating hypo glycemia You may need food or some source of glucose Retest If the test result is still 60 mg dL 3 3 mmol L or below call your doctor Your blood glucose test result is above 600 mg dL 33 3 mmol L This level is severe hyperglycemia Contact your doctor immediately 49 Error Messages When any of these messages appear there is a problem with the ONE TOUCH BASIC Plus Meter or the way in which you are performing a test These messages help to identify certain problems but do not appear in all cases when a problem has occurred If you think your meter may not be operating properly refer to page 11 Checking the System If you are experiencing symptoms that are not consistent with your blood glucose test results AND you believe you have followed all of the instructions in the owner s booklet contact your healthcare professional In most cases problems are easy to fix If you have trouble call your authorized LifeScan representative MESSAGE PROBLEM WHAT TO DO res Some parts of the dis
3. In many cases the meter can detect if the drop of blood was too small to give an accurate reading However it is important that you also look at the test strip to make sure that you applied enough blood If the following message appears on the display your drop of blood was too small or smeared or the test strip was not pushed all the way into the test strip holder Repeat the test with a new test strip and enough blood to cover the entire test spot 33 Remove the test strip from the meter uu Sc and look at the test spot It should still have a wet shiny drop that completely EE covers the test spot If the blood sample Correct has a dull dry appearance you may not have applied enough blood or you may have smeared it Look at the back of the test strip USING THE METER You should see a full dark circle MEMORY If there are any white patches or streaks you may have smeared Your ONE TOUCH BASIC Plus the blood or the drop was too M eter automatically stores up to 75 small In either case you may test records It stores blood glucose have a false low result Repeat check strip and control solution test the test with a new test strip results with time and date When you have stored more than 75 records the oldest record is dropped from the memory as a new record is added Correct Incorrect 34 Entering the Memory Mode The word m
4. Do not smear blood on the test spot or apply a second drop after the test begins Do not move the test strip as you are applying blood If the test strip moves push it back into its original position Do not remove the test strip from the meter to apply blood Do not touch or move the test strip once the count has begun If the Beep option is set to Gn the meter will beep when the blood is applied to the test spot See page 32 Checking the Amount of Blood on the Test Strip Step 3 Accurate Results in 45 Seconds The meter then counts down from 45 to 0 seconds beeps if the Beep option is set to Urn and displays your result Remove the test strip only after the result is displayed Example Blood glucose test results are auto matically stored in your meter s memory with the time and date they were performed If you have chosen to turn the Clock option to OFF your test results will appear without time and date See page 39 30 Note The meter records the time and date of each test even when the Clock option is set to GFF They can once again be seen by turning the Clock option to Ur Special Messages The meter displays results from 0 to 600 mg dL 33 3 mmol L If your blood glucose test result is 60 mg dL 3 3 mmol L or below your meter will beep in alow tone if the Beep option is set to Gr and display a special message ZZ ZZ dd pam P
5. Check Strip Over and Slide It Back into the Test Strip Holder It should go in notched end first Side 2 white side facing up The meter counts down from four to zero and then gives you a check strip result Co mg am E nl m e SNIT TIL OC Tirt 7 VY INL LUN WNE hy OV pa a ap p ae ae er SNIFTT Pik OC Tir VY INLI GL MVE ih V Example If these messages appear repeat the check strip test If these messages appear again clean your meter and repeat the test If you do not obtain an acceptable A o k check strip reading r edo A will appear each time you turn on your meter indi cating that your last check strip test was outside of the check strip range printed on the back of the meter This message will continue to appear until you perform a check strip test and get a reading that falls within the correct check strip range 14 CAUTION If your check strip test result is out of range your meter may not be working prop erly Do not use the meter to test your blood until you get a check strip reading that is within the correct range printed on the back of the meter For assistance call your authorized LifeScan reoresentati ve To clean and maintain the check strip Make sure both sides of the check strip are clean If necessary wipe the check strip with a soft cloth or tissue dampened with water Dry it complete y Do not get blood alcohol control solution
6. or any other fluid except water on the check strip Do not scratch the check strip Do not leave the check strip in sunlight f you lose or damage the check strip call your authorized LifeScan representative Checking with Control Solution ONE TOUCH Normal Control Solution contains a known amount of glucose that reacts with ONE TOUCH Test Strips Control solution should be used to practice the test procedure and to make sure your meter and test strips are work ing together properly as a system Before you use the ONE TOUCH BASIC Plus Meter to test your blood glucose 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 Do acontrol solution test The control solution test procedure is just like blood glucose testing except that you use ONE TOUCH Normal Control Solution instead of blood For practice before testing your blood with the ONE TOUCH BASIC Plus Meter for the first time When you begin using anew vial of test strips At least once a week 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 not accurate f you drop the meter If you get the meter wet 16 IMPORTANT CONTROL SOLUTION TEST INFORMATION
7. problems that may arise Your ONE TOUCH BASIC Plus System includes everything you need to start testing m ONE TOUCH BASIC Plus Meter with Two AAA Batteries Installed ONE TOUCH Test Strips m ONE TOUCH Normal Control Solution Owner s Booklet and Quick Reference Guide m Check Strip Penlet Plus Adjustable Blood Sampler Lancets Carrying Case Logbook ONE TOUCH BASIC Plus Meter has a number of settings you can change including the language time and date display formats and the unit of measure For a description of these options and how to set them see pages 37 45 ONE TOUCH BASIC Plus Blood Glucose M eter Study this diagram and become familiar with all the parts of your ONE TOUCH BASIC Plus Meter M BUTTON The ONE TOUCH BASIC Plus Meter automatically stores your test results Use the M button to recall the information stored in your meter s memory and to review your meter s option settings DATA PORT Allows you to transfer the information stored in the meter s memory to a computer to view analyze and print TEST STRIP HOLDER The test strip holder holds a ONE TOUCH Test Strip in place when you perform a blood glucose or control solution test It must be removed to clean the meter BATTERY COMPARTMENT on back Holds two AAA batteries The batteries are already installed in your meter m DISPLAY The large easy to read display is where
8. that you can customize include Clock Time and Date DFF Beep Prompts Un Language ENGL Time Format AM FM Date Format MY Unit of Measure mg dL Decimal Separator TEL PT To change the default settings enter the set up mode Entering and Using the Set Up Mode To enter the set up mode start with your meter turned off Press and hold the on off button for about three seconds until all display symbols appear and begin to flash Release the on off button Theset up screen will then aaa briefly HEERE The meter wi ill then automatically present the first option screen The options map will help guide you through the option screens uira Use the M button to scroll through the options or move within an option f you want to change an option setting use the C button Note You can exit the set up mode at any time by pressing the on off button If after two minutes you have not made a selection the meter will turn itself off automatically All option settings are saved as they are made Clock Time Date Beep Prompts m Lil POPR LoLo LJL q EEES A LILLIE m gt gt EEP Mi SHAG PEER Date Format l Language Time Format gt gt ENDL HM PM l of Measure Decimal Separator Ly Return to Clock Option nny mg dL Ly LILI uy T i IEL F T
9. Make sure the code number on the meter display matches the code number on the vial of ONE TOUCH Test Strips you are using When you first use the meter code will appear indicating that there is no code stored in the memory If the code numbers do not match code the meter See page 9 Remove a test strip from the vial Replace the vial cap immedi ately Do not touch the test spot on the test strip The test spot slide the test strip into the test strip holder notched end first test spot facing up Make sure you push the test strip in all the way should be white or until it stops ivory colored with no tears or wrinkles ET T WI IL i With the meter display showing appears for a moment Then HPFLY errr ake TRIE OT rronc r CTT IIN JLI LLJ AC iL Ji INIT f fi i t til Example appears Tor Tive minutes or unti you apply blood to the test spot Obtain a drop of blood from your finger using the Penlet Plus Adjust able Blood Sampler See page 22 28 Step 2 Apply Blood Sample With the test strip in the meter and APPLY on the display apply a drop of blood to the test spot SAMPLE Be sure that you Touch only the tip of the drop of blood to the test spot Apply enough blood to forma round shiny drop that covers the test spot completely and stays wet during the entire test 29
10. Penlet Plus Adjustable Blood Sampler Remove the Penlet Plus Cap by twisting it counterclockwise Insert a lancet into the lancet holder Push down firmly until the lancet is fully seated in the holder Do not twist the lancet To avoid contamination and to prevent the pai from rolling away set the cap down on a flat surface with its small hole pointing up While the lancet is in the Adjust the puncture depth setting Penlet Plus Sampler twist off the if necessary Twist the knob counter protective disk Make two full turns clockwise toward the smaller bumps to ensure that the lancet separates for a shallower puncture Twist the from the protective disk knob clockwise toward the larger bumps for a deeper puncture Replace the Penlet Plus Cap Turn the cap clockwise until it is snug but not overly tight 23 Step 2 Cock the Penlet Plus Step 3 Wash Your Hands sampler Use warm soapy water Rinse and Slide the gection cocking control dry hands thoroughly To increase backward until it clicks If it does not blood flow to your fingertips click the Penlet Plus Sampler may massage the hand from the wrist have been cocked when the lancet to the fingertip two or three times was inserted without touching the puncture site y 24 Step 4 Lance Your Finger Choose a spot on the side of a different finger each time you test Repeated punctures in the same spot may cause soreness and c
11. ZNI TORK V INL I LIES check strip if necessary Repeat the check strip test Repeat the check strip test Repeat the test with a new test strip MESSAGE Code PROBLEM The meter requires a test strip code found on the test strip vial to operate Note This is not an error message when the meter has not yet been coded 58 WHAT TO DO Use the C button to reset the meter code to match the test strip vial code You should also check all of your meter option settings to be sure they are correct If this continues to happen there may bea problem with your meter Call your authorized LifeScan representative TAKING CARE OF Do not drop the meter or get it wet YOUR METER as this could damage the electron ics If you drop the meter or get it wet accidentally make sure the test strip holder is still securely in place If you drop the meter or get it wet check the meter by doing Your ONE TOUCH BASIC Plus Meter is easy to maintain These tips will help you keep it in good operating condition CAUTION check strip tests See page 12 and Do not get water or other control solution tests see page 15 liquids inside the meter to be sure it iS operating properly Never immerse the meter or Do not take the meter apart Sensi hold it under running water tive parts could be damaged caus or other liquids ing inaccurate results Taking the Keep the test strip holder and test meter
12. button to display the current time setting Press the C button to change the time the hour and am or pm will flash Press the C button again to advance the hour to the correct setting Press the M button and the minutes will flash Use the C button to change the min utes Press the M button to see the new time setting the colon will flash the date setting Setting the Date Enter the set up mode and set the Clock option to Gn see page 37 Use the M button to set the date The current date will show Press the C button to change the date setting the year will flash Press the C button again to change the year to the correct setting Press the M button and the month will flash Use the C button to change the month Press the M button and the day will flash Press the C button to change the day Pressing the M button again will display the new date setting by rit Piri Bj pe eye You may now turn the meter off or press the M button to move to the next option Beep Prompts The meter is set to provide you with audio prompts or beeps during the test procedure to tell you that the meter has performed some function or to alert you to a special message To change the Beep option setting enter the set up mode See page 37 Use the M button to choose the Beep option The current setting will appear on the display Tr OL With the Un setting the meter will contin
13. test with a new test strip Insert the test strip into the meter and wait for the words apply sampl e to appear Apply blood or control solution with test strip inserted in meter 1 Repeat the test with a new test strip and a large shiny drop of blood or control solution 2 Repeat the test with a new test strip pushing the test strip all the way into the test strip holder MESSAGE PROBLEM WHAT TO DO 3 Your hand or an object 3 Repeat the test Keep covered the test area the meter test area clear while the meter was turned on not ok 1 If appearing when you 1 Call your authorized turn your meter on LifeScan representative your meter may have an electronic problem 2 If appearing atthe end 2 Repeat the test with a of atest your meter new test strip try not to may have been moved move the meter while applying blood or during the test process 3 If appearing duringthe 3 Repeat the test with a test the strip has been new test strip removed while the word wait is on the display 56 MESSAGE WHAT TO DO T at Ef E ZNITTIL V INLII LUN Example redo A retest PROBLEM The check strip test result is outside the acceptable range printed on the back of the meter The last check strip test was outside the acceptable range and an acceptable repeat test was not performed The last test failed after the countdown started 57 i Clean the meter and mmol L
14. to 75 results with time and date Data Port RS 232 serial communica tions with special LifeScan cable for interface with a personal computer WARRANTY Three Year Warranty If at any time during the first three years after purchase the meter does not work for any reason except for obvious abuse your authorized LifeScan representative will replace it with anew meter or equivalent product free of charge The Warranty Policy applies only to the original purchaser of this meter and does not include the batteries supplied with the meter Please complete the Warranty Registration Card and mail it The ONE TOUCH BASIC Plus Meter has a full three year warranty from the original date of purchase Write your date of purchase here The Warranty Policy does not apply to the performance of the ONE TOUCH BASIC Plus Meter when used with any test strip other than ONE TOUCH Test Strips from LifeScan or when the ONE TOUCH BASIC Plus Meter or ONE TOUCH Test Strips are modified in any way Before you return your meter or any product first call your authorized LifeScan representative This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties express or implied including any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose 69 The enclosed LifeScan Blood Glucose Meter as an electromedical device has been thoroughly tested and found to comply with the essential requirements of the ElectroM agnetic
15. up mode See page 37 and select mmol L as the unit of measure Use the M button to choose the Decimal Separator option Make your selection using the C button You may now press the M button to review or change any of the options you have chosen or press the on off button to turn the meter off Exiting the Set Up Mode All options are automatically saved as they are made After you have completed viewing or changing your option settings simply turn the meter off The meter will automat cally turn itself off after two minutes of no activity SOLVING PROBLEMS The messages that appear on your ONE TOUCH BASIC Plus Meter display guide you through the testing procedure alert you to problems as they occur and give you information about test results stored in the meter s memory This section provides you with a complete listing of the display messages what they mean and what to do if there is a problem Test Procedure M essages These messages appear during routine testing Follow them carefully and they will guide you through the test MESSAGE APPEARS WHEN ssroooe Appears briefly when the meter is turned on You peice ey can see that all of the display segments are working properly The meter is turned on and you have not previous ly coded the meter This is a reminder that you should verify that the code displayed on the meter matches the code on the test strip vial before test ing If it does not rese
16. with a cotton swab or soft cloth dampened with water CAUTION Do not get water to remove all blood dirt or lint from Aa en pate the test area If necessary a mild liquid dishwashing detergent mixed The following cleaning agents will with water may also be used Do not damage the meter apply full strength detergent to the DO NOT USE test area Be careful not to scratch the m Alcohol test area Dry the test area with a soft Cleansers with ammonia or phenol dry tissue or cloth Remove any lint Glass cleaners Abrasive cleansers Check the clear protective coating over the test area to make sure it is not scratched or damaged 62 Step 4 Replace the Test Strip Holder Hook the bottom of the test strip holder onto the square notch on the meter 63 Press down on the raised dots of the test strip holder until it snaps firmly into place Press forward on the base of the test strip holder to be sure it is properly in place You are now ready to do acheck strip test If the check strip will not slide into the test strip holder repeat this step Replacing the Batteries i Zim an The ONE TOUCH BASIC Plus Meter comes with batteries already installed When the batteries need to be replaced use two AAA 1 5 volt alkaline batteries The batteries should last about 18 months when testing up to two 2 times a day When the battery symbol appears on the meter display the batteries are gettin
17. you read the simple messages that guide you through testing Your test results are displayed here ON OFF BUTTON This button turns the meter on and off C BUTTON Use the C button to change the option settings on the ONE TOUCH BASIC Plus Meter TEST AREA The test area is located under the test strip holder There is a clear protective coating over the test area that must be kept clean and undamaged for accurate results BASIC Plus OnE TOUCH OO00000 sas _ ONE TOUCH Test Strips The ONE TOUCH BASIC Plus Diabetes Monitoring System measures the amount of blood glucose In whole blood When blood IS applied to a ONE TOUCH Test Strip certain compounds on the test strip react with the blood to forma blue color The ONE TOUCH BASIC Plus Meter reads the color to determine the blood glucose level NOTE Your test strip may look like IMPORTANT TEST STRIP INFORMATION ONE TOUCH Test Strips can be damaged by heat and light Keep them sealed in the original vial Store the vial in acool dry place below 30 C 86 F Do not refrigerate Do not place in direct heat or sunlight m ONE TOUCH Test Strips are intended for use with fresh whole blood or ONE TOUCH Normal Control Solution Do not use them with plasma or serum samples Results will not be accurate Do not use test strips beyond the expiration date on the
18. Before using any product to test your blood glucose read all instructions and practice the test Do all quality control checks as directed and consult with a diabetes healthcare professional These recommendations apply to all blood glucose monitoring systems and are supported by the American Association of Diabetes Educators the American Diabetes Association the U S Food and Drug Administration and the Health Industry Manufacturers Association IMPORTANT The ONE TOUCH BASIC Plus System contains many small parts test strip holder battery door batteries lancets control solution vial test strips test strip vial cap etc Keep the system out of the reach of small children because these parts may be dangerous if swallowed TABLE OF CONTENTS PRECAUTIONS AND LIMITATIONS GETTING STARTED BEFORE TESTING TESTING YOUR BLOOD Infection Control The Complete ONE TOUCH BASIC Plus Diabetes Monitoring System ONE TOUCH BASIC Plus Blood Glucose M eter ONE TOUCH Test Strips Setting Meter Code Checking the System Checking with the Check Strip Checking with Control Solution Detailed Test Procedure Getting a Drop of Blood 11 12 15 21 21 22 USING THE METER MEMORY SETTING METER OPTIONS How to Test Your Blood Special Messages Checking the Amount of Blood on the Test Strip Entering the Memory Mode Recalling Test Results Entering and Using the Set Up Mode Clock T
19. Call your authorized Baeey My play are not working LifeScan representative The messages will be incomplete 50 MESSAGE 1 7 Ea 41 battry PROBLEM When this symbol appears and stays on the screen it means the batteries are getting low This symbol will remain on the display while the meter is on until the batteries are replaced When this symbol is flashing the batteries are too low WHAT TO DO You will still be able to test but replace the batteries as soon as possible If batteries get too low the meter will not operate Replace the batteries immediately The meter will not operate Neither dead batteries nor battery removal have an effect on information stored in the memory 51 MESSAGE clean test area remove strip PROBLEM 1 There is dirt blood or lint on the test area 2 Your hand or an object covered the test area while the meter was turned on 3 The meter was used In very bright light The test strip was inserted before the wordinsert appeared on the display 52 WHAT TO DO 1 Clean the test area and test strip holder according to instructions 2 Repeat the test Keep the meter s test area clear 3 Move the meter away from the light source Repeat the test with a new test strip Repeat the test with a new test strip Wait for the word insert before inserting a test strip MESSAGE error 1 retest error 2
20. Compatibility Directive EMC 89 336 EEC 2000 TOV Quality system certified to PRODUCT SERVICE ISO 9001 EN 46001 LIFESCAN afohwonafohwmon company For further information on LifeScan products please call your authorized LifeScan representative AW 06014301A 060 196 01 LifeScan Inc 2000 U S and foreign patents IFD OB OTBP Milpitas California 95035 U S A other patents pending Rev 01 2000
21. Lower the battery com partment door until it snaps shut Check to see that your meter is working If the meter fails to turn on the batteries may have been inserted incorrectly Remove the batteries and reinsert them as illustrated References 1 LifeScan data on file 2 LifeScan data on file 3 Kahn R and Weir G Joslin s Diabetes Mellitus 13th ed Philadelphia Lea and Febiger 1994 489 4 Krall L P and Beaser R S Joslin Diabetes Manual Philadel phia Lea and Febiger 1989 261 263 5 Clarke W L et al Diabetes Care Vol 10 No 5 1987 622 628 6 Surwit R S and Feinglos M N Diabetes Forecast 1988 April 49 51 7 Sacks D B Carbohydrates Burtis C A and Ashwood E R ed Tietz Textbook of Clinical Chemistry Philadelphia W B Saunders Company 1994 959 SPECIFICATIONS Power Supply Two AAA alkaline batteries Battery Life About 18 months when testing up to two 2 times a day Result Range 0 600 mg dL O 33 3 mmol L Higher values are displayed as hi Display Type Liquid crystal Blood Source Whole blood capillary or venous Do not use samples that contain fluoride gray top tubes Hematocrit Range 25 60 Dimensions 10 9cm x 6 6cm x 3cm 4 3 x 2 6 x 1 2 Weight 116 2 grams 4 1 ounces with batteries Operating Temperatures 15 35 C 59 95 F Operating Humidity Range 0 90 relative humidity noncondensing Memory Up
22. a pis N A A a B mo a TE UCUNLIE TS LTL La UTS a of af l WL ve boon TEINIT PENA WE THNiGE FR re EG LIR Example The message is warning you of low blood glucose hypoglycemia You may need food or some source of glucose Retest your blood glucose If your blood glucose level is still 60 mg dL 3 3 mmol L or below call your doctor immediately Blood glucose results greater than 600 mg dL 33 3 mmol L are displayed ashi and your meter will beep in a high tone if the Beep option is set to Gn Hf Hh TANGER CALLIR Lif Lif mei ne TANGER ALLIR Example This message indicates very high blood glucose Severe hyper glycemia You should call your doctor immediately Test results below 60 mg dL 3 3 mmol L mean low blood glucose hypoglycemia Test results greater than 240 mg dL 13 3 mmol L mean high blood glucose hyperglycemia If you get results below 60 mg dL 3 3 mmol L or above 240 mg dL 13 3 mmol L and do not have Symptoms first repeat the test If you have symptoms and continue to get results that fall below 60 mg dL 3 3 mmol L or above 240 mg dL 13 3 mmol L follow the treatment advice of your healthcare professional Checking the Amount of Blood on the Test Strip Although the ONE TOUCH BASIC Plus System requires only a small drop of blood it is very important that the drop be large enough to cover the test spot completel y
23. alluses Hold the Penlet Plus Sampler firmly against the side of your finger Press the release button Greater pressure of the device against the finger will also cause a deeper puncture Gently massage your finger to obtain the required blood volume Proceed with your blood glucose test Step 5 Remove the Lancet Remove the cap Twist it counter clockwise 25 Optional To replace the protective Always use caution when removing disk on the lancet place the disk on the lancet Point the lancet down a hard surface and push the exposed and away from you Push forward tip into the protective disk on the ejection cocking control and eject the lancet directly into a container for sharp objects Return the ejection cocking control to the middle position Replace the cap 26 How to Test Your Blood Step 1 Press On Off Button Make Sure Code Number Displayed on Meter Matches Code Number on Test Strip Vial Insert Test Strip Make sure the test strip holder is properly in place See page 63 Turn your meter on All display symbols will appear The last test result or when you first use the meter the message no data will then automatically appear on the display for several seconds Your current test strip code appears next followed by Prine 7 Fi bo bd UL LL Example 27 check code and then TRECET neo 2 TOTO INGERI CATET STRIP Example
24. apart will void the warranty area clean see page 60 Do not clean the meter with alcohol Alcohol will damage the meter Keep your meter dry and avoid exposing it to extremes in tempera ture or humidity For example do not leave it in your car 59 Doing a Daily Check Cleaning the Meter Clean the meter and test strip holder At least once each week Whenever the test area looks dirty Whenever clean test Look through the small hole in the area test strip holder to make sure there is no lint dirt or blood blocking it appears on the display If there is anything blocking the hole or if the test area has dirt lint or blood on it remove the test strip holder and clean the test area by following the instructions in the next section Then do a check strip test See page 12 60 Step 1 Remove the Test Strip Holder from the Meter Hold the meter and place your thumbs on the two raised dots on the test strip holder Press down on the raised dots and slide the test strip holder toward you Remove the test strip holder to expose the test area Step 2 Clean the Test Strip Holder Wash only the test strip holder with soap and water Clean the underside of the test strip holder Using a damp cotton swab clean the small hole from both sides to remove any dirt blood or lint Rinse well Dry completely with a soft cloth or tissue Step 3 Clean the Test Area Rub the test area
25. emory with the memory Turn the meter on by pressing the symbol will appear briefly on off button You can access the A meter s memory and recall test MEMIRY results at any time before or after performing a test by pressing the If you are using the meter for the M button very first time and have not used it for testing or if you have used a software program to clear the meter s memory the following message will appear indicating that there are no results stored in the memory 35 Recalling Test Results When the memory returns to the most recent result the meter will beep if the Beep option is set to Un You can exit the memory mode at any time by pressing the on off button Pressing the M button allows you to see each blood glucose check strip and control solution test stored in memory The records will appear in order from the most recent to the oldest up to the full 75 record capacity of the memory Test results will appear on the meter display as follows a92 on iti U8 4 ou yi Th q Ti Tit LLUN Nla y LIN D I a Iil O12 ID gig CONTRL v OK examples 36 SETTING METER OPTIONS You do not have to enter the set up mode to test However you can customize the various option settings of your ONE TOUCH BASIC Plus M eter to best meet your needs This is done in the set up mode Option settings for example
26. for amoment If using the meter for the first time the message code will appear on the display If you have already coded the meter your current test strip code followed by the message check code will momentarily appear on the display The following will then appear INSERT COTE J STRIP m bo LJ OC Example Step 2 Match the Code Numbers The code number on the test strip vial ranges from 1 to 16 If the code number on the meter display matches the code number on the test strip vial you can begin testing If the two code numbers do not match follow Step 3 When you first use the meter code will appear showing that there is no code stored in the memory Step 3 Code the Meter While the meter displays code or after the word insert is displayed press and release the C button the code number will appear Continue pressing the C button until the number on the display matches the code number on the test strip vial The code number is now set for the test strips you are using The meter will remember this code number until you change it You are now ready to do a test 11 Checking the System There are two ways to check that your ONE TOUCH BASIC Plus System is working properly The check strip is used to check that the meter is operating properly ONE TOUCH Normal Control Solution is used to check that both the meter and the test strips are working togethe
27. g low You will still be able to test with low batteries but you should replace them as soon as possible When ae y D battry y s appears flashing on the display the meter will no longer give results and you must replace the batteries before you can perform another test The meter s current time and date settings are saved for a minimum of 30 minutes after the batteries have been removed After that you may need to reset the time and date Dead batteries and or battery removal will not erase or change test results default settings or codes stored in the meter To replace the batteries 1 Make sure the meter is turned off before you remove the batteries 2 Turn the meter over so that the front of the meter is resting in the palm of your hand 4 Remove the battery compartment door Back of Meter 3 With your thumb press upward on the opening tab of the battery 5 Remove the old batteries by gently compartment door and lift up slapping the meter against the ward until it releases from the palm of your hand Never tap the clasp meter against a hard surface 65 6 Insert the new AAA batteries into the battery compartment being sure to align the plus and minus signs correctly To replace the battery compartment door insert the tab on the top of the door into the slot in the top of the battery compartment Press the opening tab upward toward the top of the meter
28. ime and Date Setting the Time Setting the Date Beep Prompts Language Time Format Date Format Unit of Measure Decimal Separator Exiting the Set Up Mode 27 31 32 34 35 36 37 37 39 40 40 41 42 43 43 44 44 45 SOLVING PROBLEMS TAKING CARE OF YOUR METER SPECIFICATIONS WARRANTY Test Procedure Messages Error Messages Doing a Daily Check Cleaning the M eter Replacing the Batteries Three Year Warranty 46 46 50 59 60 60 64 67 68 68 PRECAUTIONS AND LIMITATIONS The following information will be useful to you and your healthcare professional when using the ONE TOUCH BASIC Plus System to monitor your blood glucose level If you experience symptoms that are not consistent with your blood glucose test results AND you believe you have followed all Instructions described in the owner s booklet contact your healthcare professional immediately Never make significant changes to your medication program or ignore physical symptoms without consulting your healthcare professional If your test result is 60 mg dL 3 3 mmol L or lower this indicates low blood glucose hypoglycemia The meter will display the test result along with the message danger calldr You should immediately treat hypoglycemia as recommend ed by your healthcare professional If the messagehi danger call dr appears on the meter display this Indicates severe high blood glucose h
29. ime and Date options appear only if the Clock option is on t The Decimal Separator option appears only if the unit of measure chosen is mmol L Clock Time and Date The ONE TOUCH BASIC Plus Meter has an internal clock that will record the time and date of each test you perform Your meter has been set to automatically record tests both when the Clock option is set to OFF and when it is set to Gn You may need to change the time setting in your meter to have the correct time and date appear with your test result You will also need to reset the time whenever there is a change to or from daylight saving time 39 Note The accuracy of your test results will not be affected if you do not set the Clock option to the correct time and date or if you choose not to display the time and date Once the Clock option is set to Zn you are ready to set the time Note The first time you enter the set up mode the Clock option GFF To set the will be preset to Clock option to Gn see page 37 Entering and Using the Set Up M ode If you do not want to display the time and date press the C button to turn the Clock option to GFF Note The meter records the time and date of each test even when the Clock option is set to GFF They can once again be seen by turning the Clock option to Grn Setting the Time Enter the set up mode and set the Clock option to Un see page 37 Use the M
30. lfunction the test Results that fall outsidethe Extremes in testing temperatures expected range may indicate Procedural error Control solution that has not been Shaken enough CAUTION If your control solution test result falls outside the expected range the system may not be working properly Do not use the system to test your blood until you get a test result that falls within the expected range If you are unable to resolve the problem call your authorized LifeScan representative 20 Detailed Test Procedure Choose a clean dry work surface Make sure you have all the items needed to test ONE TOUCH BASIC Plus Meter ONE TOUCH Test Strips Penlet Plus Adjustable Blood Sampler Sterile lancet jess Fjection Cocking Control Depth Adjust t Cap Release Button jus saath Penlet Plus E 1 amp j gt Penlet Plus Adjustable j Blood Sampler Depth Indicator 7 different settings Deep Puncture Setting Largest Bump Shallow Puncture Setting Smallest Bump 21 Getting a Drop of Blood CAUTION To reduce the chance of Infection Never share a lancet with another person Always use a new sterile LifeScan Lancet Lancets are for single use only m The Penlet Plus Sampler should be used by only one person m Avoid getting hand lotion oils dirt or debris in or on the lancets and the Penlet Plus Sampler 22 Step 1 Insert a Lancet into the
31. m Use only ONE TOUCH Normal Control Solution m Check the expiration date of the control solution Do not use if expired Record the discard date on the control solution vial Discard the vial three months after first opening The ONE TOUCH Normal Control Range printed on the test strip vial is for ONE TOUCH Normal Control Solution only It is not a recom mended range for your blood glucose level Store the control solution at room temperature below 30 C 86 F Do not refrigerate m Control solution should not be used as a cleaning solution for the meter Warning For external use only Do not swallow or inject control solution or put control solution drops into your eyes For detailed information on ONE TOUCH Control Solution refer to the ONE TOUCH Control Solution insert 17 How to do a control solution test Step 1 Press On Off Button Insert Test Strip The code number that appears on the meter display should match the code number on the test strip vial When i nsert codel0 Example strip appears slide a Example ONE TOUCH Test Strip into the test strip holder notched end first with the test spot facing up Make sure PEN you push the test strip O A in all the way until it l M stops wa i t appears Le for amoment then xy apply sample appears for five minutes or until you apply a drop of control solution to the test spot on the test strip
32. move to the next option Note To change the time and date the Clock option must be set to Da Date Format The meter is set to display the date as month day year for example June 1 2000 reads as 6 01 00 You can set the meter to display day month year TM HUJ li M TN Lili To change the date format enter the set up mode see page 37 Use the M button to choose the Date Format option Press the C button to change the date format You may now turn the meter off or press the M button to move to the next option Unit of Measure Decimal Separator The meter is set to display test results in milligrams per deciliter mg dL You have the option to change to millimoles per liter Note The Decimal Separator option appears only if you have selected mmol L as your unit of measure mmol L The meter is set to display mil limoles per liter mmol L using a decimal point This option allows To change the unit of measure enter YOU to select a comma instead of a the set up mode see page 37 Use decimal point as a decimal separator the M button to choose the Unit of an Measure option Press the C button 00 Sede to change the unit of measure You ee may now press the M button to review or change any of the options you have chosen or press the on off button to turn the meter off 44 To change the decimal separator enter the set
33. one TOUCH BASIC BASIC Plus Complete Diabetes Monitoring System Owner s Booklet Heroic LIFESCAN DEAR ONE TOUCH BASIC PLUS OWNER Congratulations You ve chosen a very easy to use blood glucose Sugar monitoring system for home testing When used properly your ONE TOUCH BASIC Plus System will give you the accurate test results you need in just a few simple steps Everything you need to know about using the ONE TOUCH BASIC Plus System is included in this booklet Blood glucose monitoring plays an important role in controlling your diabetes The results you get with the ONE TOUCH BASIC Plus System can help you and your healthcare professional monitor and adjust your treatment plan diet exercise and medication to help you gain better control of your diabetes If you have any questions please feel free to call your authorized LifeScan representative Thank you for choosing the ONE TOUCH BASIC Plus Diabetes Monitoring System P S Don t forget to complete and mail the warranty service card See your warranty card for details The ONE TOUCH BASIC Plus Diabetes Monitoring System is intended for in vitro diagnostic use for quantitative determination of glucose in whole blood as an aid in monitoring effectiveness of diabetes management in the home and in clinical settings It is not intended for use in the diagnosis of diabetes or for neonatal testing newborns 0 4 weeks old CAUTION
34. r as a system and that you are doing the test correctly It is very important that you do these simple checks routinely for accurate results Checking with the Check Strip A purple and white check strip is included in the carrying case of your ONE TOUCH BASIC Plus System Before doing a check strip test make sure the test strip holder test area and check strip are clean dry and lint free Do the check strip test at room temperature between 18 and 26 C 64 79 F Front Back Example Do a check strip test At least once each day you test your blood After cleaning the meter Whenever your blood glucose test results are not consistent with how you feel or when you think your results are not accurate If you drop the meter If you get the meter wet Whenever the following message appears lA E E bios How to do a check strip test Step 1 Press the On Off Button Insert Side 1 of the Check Strip Wheninsert code 10 Example strip appears slide the notched end of the check strip into the test strip holder with Side 1 purple side facing up wai t appears for a moment Step 2 When apply sample Appears Remove the Check Strip from the Test Strip Holder Note This is the only time you should remove a strip during a test Note Do not apply control solution to the check strip Step 3 When insert side 2 Appears Turn the
35. retest PROBLEM If the word contr appears after a blood test your blood sample was too small smeared or another drop was added after the test began The sample was applied before the words appl y sampl e appeared 1 The test strip moved during the test 2 The test strip was not inserted correctly 3 The test strip was removed before the test was completed 53 WHAT TO DO Repeat the test with anew test strip and alarger drop of blood Repeat the test with anew test strip 1 Repeat the test with a new test strip 2 Repeat the test with a new test strip 3 Repeat the test with a new test strip MESSAGE PROBLEM WHAT TO DO 4 There was not enough 4 Repeat the test with a blood on the test strip new test strip 5 The meter was used in 5 Move the meter away very bright light from the light source Repeat the test with a new test strip 6 The check strip 6 Repeat the check strip procedure was test incorrect 7 The meter may not be 7 Call your authorized operating correctly LifeScan representative 54 MESSAGE error3 retest not enough bl ood retest PROBLEM The test strip was removed during a test or the test strip was inserted with blood or control solution already applied 1 The blood or control solution sample was too small or smeared 2 The test strip was not Inserted far enough into the test strip holder 55 WHAT TO DO Repeat the
36. t by pressing the C button 46 Code MESSAGE check code insert codeld Example strip wal t appl y sampl e APPEARS WHEN The meter is turned on This is a reminder that prior to testing you should verify that the code displayed on the meter matches the code on the test strip vial If it does not reset by pressing the C button The meter is ready to perform a blood check strip or control solution test The meter is performing internal checks The meter is ready to receive a blood or control solution sample If performing a check strip test this is your signal to remove the check strip from the meter The meter is counting down from 45 seconds to 0 47 MESSAGE 71 039 Example insert side 2 Example APPEARS WHEN A blood test has been completed This indicates a blood glucose result when the meter is set for mg dL A blood test has been completed This indicates a blood glucose result when the meter is set for mmol L A control solution test has been completed If you have just performed a blood glucose test this means that the blood sample was too small and the meter read it as control solution Repeat the test with a new test strip and a larger drop of blood You are performing a check strip test Turn the check strip over and insert Side 2 48 MESSAGE y gg ILZ Ld r V Example
37. ue to provide beep prompts during the test procedure To change the Beep option setting so that the meter operates silently press the C button UFF will appear on the display You may now turn the meter off or press the M button to move to the next option Language The ONE TOUCH BASIC Plus Meter can display messages in 17 languages English engl Spanish es pan French franc J Italian italia Hungarian magyar Dutch neder Norwegian nor sk Polish pol ski Portuguese port J Russian pycck Finnish suomi Swedish svens Turkish turkce Czech cesky Danish dansk German deut s and Greek e aa ka The meter is set to give prompts in English To change the display language enter the set up mode see page 37 Use the M button to choose the Language option Press the C button until the language you want appears on the display You may now turn the meter off or press the M button to move to the next option Once a language is selected all messages will be displayed in that language Time Format The meter can be set to display the time in either a 12 hour AM PM format or a 24 hour format CIM TIM ILI r BIRT C TLL To change the time format enter the set up mode see page 37 Use the M button to choose the Time Format option Press the C button to change the time format You may now turn the meter off or press the M button to
38. vial m When you open anew vial of test strips record the discard date on the vial The discard date for test strips is four months after first opening the vial Do not use test strips that are bent torn cut or changed in any way m Use each test strip immediately after removing it from the vial replace the vial cap and close it tightly m Never transfer test strips to a new vial or any other container Always carry test strips in their original container Do not carry loose test strips in your meter case Do not use bleach or products containing bleach near the test strips m For reliable results use only ONE TOUCH Test Strips made by LifeScan For detailed information on ONE TOUCH Test Strips refer to the ONE TOUCH Test Strip insert 8 BEFORE TESTING Setting Meter Code Code numbers are used to enable your meter to provide consistent measurements For this reason it is important that the code is set correctly You must code the meter before using it for the first time and then every time you change to another vial of ONE TOUCH Test Strips CAUTION If the code number on the meter display does not match the code number on the vial of ONE TOUCH Test Strips test results may be false Code the ONE TOUCH BASIC Plus M eter in these three easy steps Step 1 Press the On Off Button When turning meter on all display symbols will appear The last test result will then appear on the display
39. yperglycemia Contact your doctor immediately Extremes in hematocrit the amount of red blood cells in the blood can affect test results Very high hemat ocrits above 60 and very low hematocrits below 25 can cause false results Abnormally high levels of Vitamin C or other reducing substances will cause false low blood glucose results 2 Normal levels of reducing substances have little effect on blood glucose results Do not use blood samples with preservatives that contain fluoride gray top test tubes You will get false low results When testing removal of the test strip prior to display of the blood glucose result may give you a false result Infection Control Use universal blood precautions All patient samples and materials with which they come in contact are considered biohazards and should be handled as if capable of transmitting infection GETTING STARTED The ONE TOUCH BASIC Plus Diabetes Monitoring System consists of three main products the ONE TOUCH BASIC Plus Blood Glucose Meter ONE TOUCH Test Strips and ONE TOUCH Normal Control Solution These products have been designed tested and proven to work together as a system to produce accurate blood glucose test results Only LifeScan manufactures ONE TOUCH BASIC Plus System products Attempting to substitute other products may affect the accuracy of your test results and limit the ability of LifeScan to help you solve
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