Acon on call vivid pal User manual

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Blood Glucose Monitoring System
Self monitoring of blood glucose (SMBG) is an integral part of diabetes care,
but the high cost of testing can make this impossible. At ACON, our goal is to
provide high quality glucose monitoring at a price that allows you to test as
often as necessary. Together, we can better manage your diabetes and help
you live a longer and healthier life.
Welcome, and thank you for choosing the On Call®Vivid Pal Blood
Glucose Monitoring System. The On Call®Vivid Pal Blood Glucose
Monitoring System will give you accurate blood glucose results, from adult and
neonatal capillary whole blood samples, in just a few simple steps.
WARNING:
To ensure accurate results from your On Call®Vivid Pal Blood Glucose
Monitoring System, please follow these warning instructions:
•Read instructions before use.
•Use only On Call®Vivid Blood Glucose Test Strips with the On Call®Vivid
Pal Blood Glucose Meter.
•For in vitro diagnostic use only. Your blood glucose monitoring system is
to be used only outside the body for monitoring the effectiveness of
diabetes control. It should not be used for the diagnosis of diabetes.
•For self testing and professional use.
•Test only whole blood samples with the On Call®Vivid Blood Glucose Test
Strips and On Call®Vivid Pal meter.
•For self-testers, consult your physician or diabetes healthcare
professional before making any adjustments to your medication, diet or
activity routines.
•Keep out of reach of children.
•Keep this User’s Manual properly, do not discard it.
By following the instructions outlined in this User's Manual, you will be able to
use your On Call®Vivid Pal Blood Glucose Monitoring System to monitor your
blood glucose and better manage your diabetes.

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Table of Contents
Getting Started......................................................................................................... 1
Component Descriptions................................................................................ 2
On Call®Vivid Pal Blood Glucose Meter........................................................ 3
Meter Display ................................................................................................. 5
On Call®Vivid Blood Glucose Test Strips....................................................... 7
On Call®Vivid Glucose Control Solution...................................................... 10
Installing the Battery ............................................................................................. 12
Meter Setup Before Testing.................................................................................. 13
Performing a Quality Control Test ....................................................................... 17
Testing Your Blood ...............................................................................................20
Step 1 - Getting a Drop of Blood.................................................................. 20
Step 2 – Testing Blood Glucose................................................................... 27
“HI” and “LO” Messages .............................................................................. 30
Using the Meter Memory....................................................................................... 31
Viewing Stored Records............................................................................... 31
Clearing the Memory.................................................................................... 33
Transferring Records ................................................................................... 33
Maintenance........................................................................................................... 35
Replacing the Battery................................................................................... 35
Caring for Your On Call®Vivid Pal Blood Glucose Monitoring System ........ 37
Suggested Testing Times and Target Goals....................................................... 38
Comparing Meter and Laboratory Results.......................................................... 40
Troubleshooting Guide ......................................................................................... 41
Specifications ........................................................................................................ 43
Warranty ................................................................................................................. 44
Index of Symbols................................................................................................... 45
Index ....................................................................................................................... 46

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Getting Started
Before testing, read the instructions carefully and learn about all the
components of your On Call®Vivid Pal Blood Glucose Monitoring System.
Depending on the On Call®Vivid Pal product you purchase, some of the
components may need to be purchased separately. Please check the list of
contents on the outer box for details on which components are included with
your purchase.
Carrying Case
SterileLancet ControlSolution
Blood Glucose Meter Test Strips
LancingDevice ClearCap

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Component Descriptions
1. Blood Glucose Meter: Reads the test strips and displays the blood
glucose concentration.
2. Test Strips: Strips with a chemical reagent system used with the meter to
measure glucose concentration in blood.
3. Lancing Device: Used with sterile lancets to prick the fingertip, palm (at
the base of the thumb) or forearm for blood sample collection. The
packaged lancing device has multiple depth settings, allowing users to
adjust the depth of the puncture and minimize discomfort. It can also eject
the used lancets.
4. Clear Cap: Used with the lancing device and sterile lancet to draw a blood
sample from the forearm and palm.
5. Sterile Lancets: Used with the lancing device to draw a blood sample.
Sterile lancets are inserted into the lancing device with each blood draw
and discarded after use.
6. Control Solution: Verifies the proper operation of the blood glucose
monitoring system by checking the test strips and meter against a
pre-calibrated control solution. Control Solution 1 is all you need most of
the time. If you want to do additional levels of tests, Control Solution 0 and
Control Solution 2 are also available. The three levels of control solution,
Control Solution 0, Control 1 and Control 2, are available in the On Call®
Vivid Glucose Control Solution package which is sold separately.
7. Carrying Case: Provides portability for blood glucose testing wherever
you go.
8. User's Manual: Provides detailed instructions on using the blood glucose
monitoring system.
9. Quick Reference Guide: Provides a brief overview of the blood glucose
monitoring system and testing procedures. This small guide can be kept
in your carrying case.
10. Warranty Card: Should be completed and returned to the distributor to
qualify for the 5-year meter warranty.

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On Call®Vivid Pal Blood Glucose Meter
The meter reads the test strips and displays the blood glucose concentration.
Use these diagrams to become familiar with all the parts of your meter.
<▲> Button
<OK> Button
<▼> Button
Liquid Crystal
Display (LCD)
Battery Cover
Data Port
Strip Port

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Liquid Crystal Display (LCD): Shows your test results, and helps you
through the testing process.
<▲> Button: Recalls previous test results from the meter memory, selects
meter settings and performs other menu selection functions.
<▼> Button: Recalls previous test results from the meter memory, selects
meter settings and performs other menu selection functions.
Strip Port: Test strips are inserted into this area to perform a test.
<OK> Button: Used to confirm the selection and enter the set up mode.
Battery Cover: Remove the battery cover to install one CR2032 coin cell
battery.
Data Port: Sends information to a computer via an optional data transfer
cable to view, analyze and print stored data in the meter. The data transfer
cable is available for order as an optional add-on.

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Meter Display
Battery Symbol: Warns you when you should replace the battery.
Blood Drop / Strip Symbol: Wait for the Blood Drop / Strip Symbol to appear
before applying the sample. These two symbols appear at the same time.
Pound Sign (#): Appears with the control solution test result or when you
mark an invalid result to prevent it from being included in the average.
Control Solution Symbol: Indicates a control test result. A pound sign (#) will
also be displayed when control solution symbol appears.
Test Result Area: Indicates test result.
Test Remind Symbol: Appears to remind you to test your blood glucose.
Measurement Unit: Only one unit will be displayed on your meter and cannot
be adjusted.
MEM: Shows a test result stored in memory.
Test Remind Symbol: Appears to remind you to test your blood glucose.
Before Meal Symbol: Appears when before-meal test results are displayed.
After Meal Symbol: Appears when after-meal test results are displayed.
Month Day Hour Minutes
MEM
Before Meal Symbol
After Meal Symbol
Pound Sign (#)
Test Result Area
Test Remind Symbol
Measurement Unit
Battery Symbol
Blood Drop /Strip SymbolControl Solution Symbol

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Meter Use and Precautions
•Wait for the Blood Drop / Strip Symbol to appear before applying the
sample.
•The meter is preset to display blood glucose concentration in either
millimoles per liter (mmol/L) or milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL) depending
on which unit of measure is standard in your country. This unit of measure
cannot be adjusted.
•Meter will shut off automatically 2 minutes after inactivity.
•Do not get water or other liquids inside the meter.
•Keep the strip port area clean.
•Keep your meter dry and avoid exposing it to extreme in temperature or
humidity. Do not leave it in your car.
•Do not drop the meter or get it wet. If you do drop the meter or get it wet,
check the meter by running a quality control test. Refer to Quality Control
Test on page 17 for instructions.
•Do not take the meter apart. Taking the meter apart will void the warranty.
•Refer to the Caring for Your Meter section on page 37 for details on
cleaning the meter.
•Keep the meter and all associated parts out of reach of children.
Note:Follow proper precautions and all local regulations when disposing of
the meter and used batteries.
All Glucose Systems Preventive Warnings with Regard to EMC:
•This instrument is tested for immunity to electrostatic discharge as
specified in IEC 61000-4-2. However, use of this instrument in a dry
environment, especially if synthetic materials are present (synthetic
clothing, carpets, etc.) may cause damaging static discharges that may
cause erroneous results.
•This instrument complies with the emission and immunity requirements
described in EN61326-1 and EN61326-2-6. Do not use this instrument in
close proximity to sources of strong electromagnetic radiation, as these
may interfere with proper operation of the meter.
•For professional use, the electromagnetic environment should be
evaluated prior to operation of this device.

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On Call®Vivid Blood Glucose Test Strips
The On Call®Vivid Blood Glucose Test Strips are thin strips with a chemical
reagent which work with the On Call®Vivid Pal Blood Glucose Meter to
measure the glucose concentration in whole blood. After the strip is inserted
into the meter, blood is applied to the sample tip of the test strip. The blood is
then automatically absorbed into the reaction cell where the reaction takes
place. A transient electrical current is formed during the reaction and the blood
glucose concentration is calculated based on the electrical current detected by
the meter. The result is shown on the meter display. The meter is calibrated to
display plasma equivalent results.
IMPORTANT: Apply sample only to the sample tip of the test strip. Do not
apply blood or control solution to the top of the test strip as this may result in
an inaccurate reading.
Sample Tip
Apply blood or control solution here
Check Window
Check to confirm that sufficient
sample has been applied
Contact Bars
Insert this end of the test strip into
the meter until it stops
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Hold the blood drop to the sample tip of the test strip until the check window is
completely full and until the meter begins to count down. If you applied blood
but do not see the starting of the count down, you may reapply a second drop
of blood within 3 seconds. If the check window does not fill and the meter
starts to count down, then do not add more blood to the test strip. If you do
then you may get an E-5 message or an inaccurate test result. In this case if
the meter begins to count down and the check window does not fill, discard
the strip and begin the test again with a new test strip.
Storage and Handling
Please review the following storage and handling instructions:
•Store test strips in a cool, dry place at room temperature, 2-30°C
(36-86°F). Store them away from heat and direct sunlight.
•Do not freeze or refrigerate.
•Do not store or use test strips in a humid place such as a bathroom.
•Do not store the meter, the test strips or control solution near bleach or
cleaners that contain bleach.
•The test strip should be used immediately after removing it from the
container.
•Repeated insertion and removal of a test strip into the meter strip port may
result in reading errors.
•Do not use your test strips past the unopened expiration date printed on
the label. Using test strips past the unopened expiration date may produce
incorrect test results.
Note: The expiration date is printed in Year-Month format. 2014-01 means
January, 2014.
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