Insert the lancet into the lancing
device until it clicks.
3
Replace the cap on the lancing
device. Make sure the notch on the
cap lines up with the notch on the
lancing device.
5
Press the priming button in as far
as it will go, like a pen. Do not
press the release button while
pressing the priming button. The
release button turns yellow when
the lancing device is ready.
7
Wash and dry your hands before
you perform a blood glucose test.
1
Check the use by date on the test
strip container. Do not use test
strips past the use by date.
2
Remove a test strip from the test
strip container. Close the cap
tightly.
3
Insert the test strip into the meter
in the direction of the arrows until
the meter beeps.
4
A flashing blood drop symbol
appears.
Setting up the Lancing Device Performing a Blood Glucose Test
Set the lancing device aside until
you are ready to perform a
fingerstick.
8
6
Adjust the lancet depth to a
comfortable penetration level. Start
at 2. For tougher skin, dial to a
higher number.
Hold the lancing device firmly
against the edge of your fingertip
and press the yellow release
button to prick your finger.
Touch the end of the test strip to
the blood drop. Do not put blood on
top of the test strip.
The meter beeps and flashes
when there is enough blood in the
test strip.
The test result appears on the
display after 5 seconds.
Remove the lancing device cap.
Point the lancet away from you.
Slide out the ejector to release the
lancet.
Error Messages
5 6
4
Twist o the lancet’s protective
cover.
Before you finish…
Remove the lancing device cap by
pulling it straight o. Do not twist
the cap.
2
1Ejector
Release button
Cap
Priming
button
Penetration depth
1
2
3
4
5
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• Keep new and used batteries
away from children. See the
User's Manual for additional
information.
• This Quick Start Guide does not replace the
User’s Manual for your Accu-Chek Performa
blood glucose meter. The User’s Manual
contains important handling instructions and
additional information.
• The lancing device is intended for personal
use only.
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If any of the error messages below appear on the display at any time, refer immediately to
the User’s Manual, Chapter 5, Display and Error Messages.
E-1 The test strip may be damaged, not properly inserted, or previously used. Remove and
reinsert the test strip, or replace it if damaged or previously used.
This error could appear if the cap on the test strip container was not closed tightly. The test
strips may have been damaged due to improper storage or handling.
E-3 A meter or test strip error has occurred.
This error message could appear if the cap on the test strip container was not closed tightly.
The test strips may have been damaged due to improper storage or handling.
Never make therapy decisions based on an error message.
Repeat the blood glucose test. If a second E-3 error message appears, perform a control test
with the control solution and a new test strip. See the section Performing a Control Test in the
chapter Control Tests. If you continue to receive an E-3 error message, use an alternate
method for testing your blood glucose, such as a back-up meter and test strip. If the
alternate method gives an extremely high blood glucose result, or if an alternate method is
not available, contact your healthcare professional immediately.
In rare cases, an E-3 error message may indicate that your blood glucose is extremely high
and above the system’s measuring range. See the Unusual Blood Glucose Results section
in the chapter Blood Glucose Tests for other possible causes of the error message.
E-4 Not enough blood or control solution was drawn into the test strip for measurement or
was applied after the test had started. Discard the test strip and repeat the blood glucose or
control test.
E-6 Blood or control solution was applied to the test strip before the flashing drop symbol
appeared on the display. Discard the test strip and repeat the blood glucose or control test.
E-7 An electronic error occurred, or in rare cases, a used test strip was removed and
reinserted. Turn the meter o and on, or take the battery out for 20 seconds and reinsert it.
Perform a blood glucose or control test.
E-8 The temperature is above or below the proper range for the system. Refer to the test
strip package insert for system operating conditions. Move to an area with the appropriate
conditions, wait 5 minutes, and repeat the blood glucose or control test. Do not artificially
heat or cool the meter.
E-9 The battery may be out of power.
Turn the meter back on. If you are in a cold environment, move to a location with a more
moderate temperature and retest. If the message continues to appear after several
attempts, replace the battery. If the message reappears after the battery has been replaced,
remove the battery, press and hold the Power/Set button for at least 2 seconds, then reinsert
the battery with the (+) side facing up.
E-10 The time and date settings may be incorrect. Make sure the time and date are correct
and adjust, if necessary.
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Start Here
Quick Start Guide
Meter Overview
1 Power/Set Button
2 Display
3 Right Arrow and Left Arrow Buttons
4 Test Strip Slot
5 Battery Door
6 Infrared (IR) Window
Familiarize yourself with the
Accu-Chek Softclix lancing
device.
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