Accu-Chek ADVANTAGE User manual

Owner’s Booklet

Dear ACCU-CHEK System Owner,
Thank you for choosing the ACCU-CHEK Advantage system!
Congratulations on your decision to take control of your diabetes. We’ve designed your new
ACCU-CHEK Advantage system with comfort, convenience, and control in mind – to help make
living with diabetes a little easier.
This booklet will help you get the most from your ACCU-CHEK Advantage system. We also invite
you to visit www.accu-chek.com to find out about services, tools, and information that can help
you manage your diabetes.
To start testing quickly, you can also refer to the First Time Guide or the Quick Reference Guide.
If you have questions, we’re here to help. Just call the ACCU-CHEK Customer Care Service
Center toll-free at 1-800-858-8072. We offer assistance 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, in
English, Spanish and many other languages.
Thanks again for choosing an ACCU-CHEK system.

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The ACCU-CHEK Advantage System*
Your new ACCU-CHEK Advantage meter and accessories work together to measure the amount of sugar
(glucose) in your blood to help you and your doctor control your diabetes. The system includes:
•ACCU-CHEK Advantage meter •ACCU-CHEK Comfort Curve control solution*
•Battery •ACCU-CHEK Comfort Curve test strips and code key*
•ACCU-CHEK Softclix lancets* •ACCU-CHEK Softclix lancet device*
*Items may be sold separately. To order control solutions, talk to your pharmacist or visit
www.accu-chek.com to order online.
Why Regular Blood Sugar Testing Is Important
Checking your blood sugar regularly can make a big difference in how you manage your diabetes on a daily
basis. We’ve made it as simple and comfortable as possible. ACCU-CHEK meters are easy to use, and you
can adjust the ACCU-CHEK Softclix lancet device to make testing more comfortable.
Need Help?
Just call the ACCU-CHEK Customer Care Service Center, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, at
1-800-858-8072. You can also visit www.accu-chek.com for diabetes management tools and product
demonstrations. To make sure you receive the best customer service possible and news about product
updates, please complete and mail your warranty card.
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Important Information About Your New Meter
•Carefully read and follow the instructions in the Owner’s Booklet and package inserts for the test strips and
control solutions. Not following the instructions may lead to a wrong result or improper treatment, causing you
health problems.
•Set the time and date on your meter before you begin testing.
•Your blood glucose meter is designed and can be used for testing fresh capillary whole blood samples (like blood
taken from fingertips) outside the body (in vitro diagnostic use). It should not be used to diagnose diabetes.
•Be sure to use only ACCU-CHEK Comfort Curve test strips or ACCU-CHEK Advantage test strips with the meter.
Other test strips may produce inaccurate results.
•Inspect the container of test strips before using them for the first time. If you see any damage to the container
cap or if anything prevents the cap from closing properly, do not use the test strips. Contact the ACCU-CHEK
Customer Care Service Center. Damaged test strips can cause inaccurate results, which could lead to improper
treatment.
•The meter, test strips and control solutions are only for use outside the body (in vitro). Do not eat the test strips.
Do not swallow or inject control solutions, or use control solutions for any purpose other than testing the
ACCU-CHEK Advantage system.
•Do the control tests explained in this booklet to make sure your system is working properly.
•Carefully dispose of used test strips and lancets.
•It is always a good idea to have a back-up testing method available. Examples of back-up testing methods
include a back-up meter or testing by a lab. Ask your doctor or pharmacist about other possible back-up
methods.
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Health-Related Information
•Certain substances can interfere with the ACCU-CHEK Advantage blood glucose system and cause falsely
high results. For example, if you use peritoneal dialysis solutions containing icodextrin (such as EXTRANEAL),
or take certain immunoglobulin therapies that contain maltose (such as Octagam 5%), it will cause inaccurate
results. For more information, refer to the test strip package insert, or ask your doctor.
•Being severely dehydrated or losing a lot of water may give you false (low) test results. If you think you’re
suffering from dehydration, call your doctor right away.
•Some people with diabetes do not experience symptoms of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). Others, such as
children or people who are unconscious or have certain disabilities, may not be able to communicate their
symptoms to caregivers. For these reasons, do not change any treatment without first talking to a doctor.
•Run a control test when you open a new box of test strips or if you think that your test result is incorrect.
Running a control test lets you know that the meter and test strips are working properly.
•DO NOT CHANGE YOUR TREATMENT BASED ON A SINGLE RESULT THAT DOES NOT MATCH HOW YOU FEEL
OR IF YOU BELIEVE THAT YOUR TEST RESULT COULD BE INCORRECT.
•If you have followed all the instructions in this booklet and still have symptoms that don’t seem to match your
test results – or if you have questions – talk to your doctor.

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Special Information for Health Care Providers and Caregivers
•Do not use this device to measure blood glucose in people who are experiencing cardiovascular collapse
(severe shock) or decreased peripheral blood flow.
•Children should be taught how to use the meter and any other medical products appropriately.

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Contents
Chapter 1: Understanding Your New System ..............................................................8
Installing (or Changing) the Battery .....................................................................................10
Setting the Time and Date ..................................................................................................11
Setting the Beeper..............................................................................................................13
Setting the Hypoglycemic (Hypo) Indicator ..........................................................................14
Coding the Meter ................................................................................................................15
Using Your Test Strips ........................................................................................................16
Using ACCU-CHEK Comfort Curve Test Strips........................................................17
Using ACCU-CHEK Advantage Test Strips..............................................................17
Chapter 2: Control Testing..........................................................................................19
Why Run Control Tests........................................................................................................19
About the Control Solution ..................................................................................................19
Running a Control Test .......................................................................................................20
Understanding Control Test Results ....................................................................................21
Chapter 3: Testing Your Blood Sugar.........................................................................23
Preparing the ACCU-CHEK Softclix Lancet Device ...............................................................23
Running a Blood Sugar Test................................................................................................25
Flagging Test Results..........................................................................................................27
Recording Your Results.......................................................................................................27
Storing Your Supplies .........................................................................................................27

Proper Testing Conditions ...................................................................................................28
Understanding Your Test Results ........................................................................................28
Chapter 4: Using Your Meter’s Memory.....................................................................30
Storing Test Results............................................................................................................30
Viewing Test Results...........................................................................................................30
Downloading Your Meter to a Computer..............................................................................31
Chapter 5: Maintenance and Troubleshooting ..........................................................32
Cleaning Your Meter ...........................................................................................................32
Maintenance and Testing....................................................................................................33
Cleaning Your Lancet Device ..............................................................................................33
Screen Messages and Troubleshooting...............................................................................34
Chapter 6: Technical Information...............................................................................38
Product Limitations.............................................................................................................38
Specifications .....................................................................................................................38
Product Safety Information..................................................................................................39
Warranty.............................................................................................................................40
Additional Supplies .............................................................................................................44
Information for Professional Caregivers...............................................................................45
Index ..................................................................................................................................46
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Display –
Shows blood sugar
results, messages,
and results stored
in memory.
Left and Right
Arrow Buttons –
Press to enter
memory, adjust
settings and scroll
through results.
Code Key in Slot –
Insert code key
through this
opening.
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On/Off Button –
Press this button to
turn the meter on or
off.
Test Strip Slot –
Insert test strip here.
Battery Cover –
Push tab in direction
of arrow to remove
cover and replace
battery.
Computer
Port
*Items may be sold separately.

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Ejector Plunger
Release Button
Cap with Comfort Dial
Depth Selection
Lancet Device
Test Strip Lancet
Silver-colored bars
Yellow
Window
Protective
Cover
Test Strip Vial

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Installing (or Changing) the Battery
1. Flip open the battery cover by
pushing tab toward arrow.
2. Insert the battery with the plus (+)
side up or facing you.
3. Replace the battery cover and snap
it closed.
Notes:
• The meter uses a 3-volt lithium battery. It is best to use a long-
lasting lithium battery and to keep an extra package on hand.
• Be sure the battery goes in plus-side up or facing you.
• Your meter will prompt you to verify the time and date immediately
after the battery is inserted. This occurs only if the time and date
has been set previously on your meter.
• If there is no strip in the meter, it turns off automatically after
90 seconds.
• The battery symbol means the
battery is low and should be
changed soon.
• A flashing battery symbol means
the battery is almost out of power
and must be changed to do a
blood test.

Setting the Time and Date
Setting the time and date is important if you use the meter’s memory or connect to a computer.
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1. Press and release (On/Off
button) to turn on the meter.
Wait for the flashing test strip
or “---”.
2. Press and hold until “set”
appears, and then release it.
The word “On” and the beeper
symbol appear.
3. Press and release to see
the hour flash in the upper left
corner.

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4. Press and release either
or (left or right
arrow button) to change
the hour.
5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 to set
the minutes, month, day and
year. (The flashing number is
the one that can be changed.)
6. Press and hold down to
finish setup. The flashing test
strip appears.
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Setting the Beeper
When you first get your meter, the beeper is set to “On” (but you can turn it off and not affect your test
results in any way). It beeps whenever:
•A strip is inserted.
•Blood or control solution is applied to a strip.
• A result is displayed.
• An error occurs while testing. The beeper
sounds when an error occurs, even if the
beeper is turned off.
• Buttons are pushed.
To turn the beeper off:
1. Press and release to turn on the meter. Wait for the flashing test strip
or “---” to appear.
2. Press and hold down until “set” appears on the display, then release the
button. The word “On” and the beeper symbol appear.
3. Press and release either or to turn the beeper off.
4. Press and hold down until “set” disappears. The flashing test strip
or “---” appears.

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Setting the Hypoglycemic (Hypo) Indicator
You may set the meter to warn you when your results indicate hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) anywhere
between 60-80 mg/dL. Before you set the hypoglycemic indicator, ask your healthcare professional
to help you decide what level is best for you. New meters have the hypo indicator turned off by
default. To turn on and set the hypo indicator:
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1. Press and release to turn on the
meter. Wait for the flashing test strip
or “---”.
2. Press and hold until “set” appears
on the display, then release. The word
“On” and the beeper symbol will
appear.
3. Press repeatedly until “Hypo”
flashes and “OFF” and “set” appear.
4. Press and release either or to
turn on the hypo indicator.
5. Press and release .
6. Press and release or to adjust
the hypo indicator. “Hypo” will flash for
results at or below the number you
choose.
7. Press and hold down until “set”
disappears and the flashing test strip or
“---” appears.

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Coding the Meter
1. Remove and throw away the old
code key.
2. With the meter off, slide the new
code key into the code key slot.
It should easily snap into place.
3. Press and release to turn the
meter on.
4. Make sure the code on the
display matches the code on the
test strip vial.
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!A new code key is included in every box of test strips. Change the code key every
time you open a new box of test strips.
Notes:
• If “---” appears on the display, turn off
the meter, make sure the code key is all
the way in, then turn on the meter again.
• Don’t force the code key into the meter:
it only goes in one way - numbers out
and ridges up.
• If the code number on the display does
not match the code number on the test
strip vial, call the ACCU-CHEK Customer
Care Service Center at 1-800-858-8072.
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!Be sure the code key matches the code on the test strip
container. If they don’t match, you could get inaccurate results.

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Using Your Test Strips
You may use either ACCU-CHEK Comfort Curve or ACCU-CHEK Advantage test strips with this meter.
For accurate results, use only these test strips.
• Replace the code key and run a control test every time
you begin using a new box of test strips.
• Store test strips in their original vial. Do not remove
test strips from the test strip vial and put them into
another container, such as a plastic bag, a pocket,
purse, wallet, etc…
• Close the cap tightly immediately after removing a test
strip. This helps keep the test strips dry.
• After you take a test strip out of the vial, be sure to use
it within three minutes.
• Be sure to check the expiration “Use By” date on the
test strip vial. Do not use the test strips after that date.
Throw the test strips away. If the “Use By” date is
missing or cannot be read, do not use the test strips.
• Store your test strips and meter in a cool, dry place
between 36 °F and 90 ºF (2 °C and 32 ºC). Do not
freeze or refrigerate, or expose strips to heat, moisture
or humidity, such as in a kitchen, bathroom or laundry
room. Temperatures outside the required range, as
well as moisture and humidity, can damage your test
strips and lead to inaccurate results.
• Do not reuse test strips. Once you have put control
solution or blood on a test strip, throw it away. If you
need to retest, use a new test strip.
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DO NOT:
• Store test strips in extreme temperatures or
moisture areas (bathroom, kitchen, laundry
room, car or garage). Heat and moisture can
damage your test strips.
• Bend, cut or alter the test strips
• Get dirt, food or other material on the test
strips.
• Reuse test strips.
Not following these precautions can lead to inaccurate results.

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Using ACCU-CHEK Comfort Curve Test Strips
Fill the yellow window
completely.
Silver-colored bars
Yellow window Touch and hold a drop to the edge –
not the top – of the yellow window.
Fill the yellow window
completely.
Using ACCU-CHEK Advantage Test Strips
Silver-colored bars
Yellow window
Touch and hold a drop to the top –
not the edge – of the yellow window.
Be sure to carefully read all the information that comes with the test strips.
This owner’s booklet will help you learn to test with ACCU-CHEK Comfort Curve test strips.

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