BIONIME GM232C User manual

101-3GM232-001 EN(US)
Manufacturer:
BIONIME CORPORATION
No. 100, Sec. 2, Daqing St., South Dist.,
Taichung City 40242, Taiwan (R.O.C)
Made in Taiwan
USA Service Center: BIONIME USA CORPORATION
1450 E. Spruce Street, Bldg. #B,
Ontario, CA 91761, USA
Tel: [phone]
www.gediabetes.com
Rightest blood glucose
Meter GM232C
User’s Manual
150x70mm

Thank you for selecting the Rightest Blood Glucose Monitoring System GM232C. This manual provides all the information you need to operate this product for accurate test results. Please read this entire manual before you start any testing.For people living with diabetes, it is important to regularly monitor blood glucose levels to effectively reduce complications from the disease. The easy-to-use Rightest Blood Glucose Monitoring System GM232C provides accurate, reliable test results to help you better manage your diabetes. The Rightest Blood Glucose Monitoring System GM232C is designed for in vitro diagnostic use only (for self-testing by a single user outside the body). Testing requires only a small amount of fresh capillary whole blood from either the fingertip, palm or forearm. The Rightest Blood Glucose Monitoring System GM232C is manufactured and supported by Bionime Corporation. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Bionime Customer Service toll free at 888-481-8485. We will make every effort to assist you. 1PrefaceCopyright © 2014 Bionime Corporation. All Rights Reserved Worldwide

- Before using the Rightest Blood Glucose Monitoring System GM232C to test your blood glucose, please read all of the instructions and conduct all of the tests including the quality control test (Refer to page 38). - Please perform the quality control test regularly to make sure the test results are accurate.- The Rightest Blood Glucose Meter can only be used with Rightest Blood Glucose Test Strips GM232C. Other brands’ test strips should not be used under any circumstances. The use of other brands’ strips may give inaccurate results.- The Rightest Blood Glucose Monitoring System GM232C is intended for in vitro diagnostic use only. The Rightest
Blood Glucose test results using fresh capillary whole blood samples from the fingertip, palm and forearm are calibrated to be the equivalent to that of plasma testing.- The Rightest Blood Glucose Monitoring System GM232C is intended for self-testing. It should not be used to screen for or diagnose diabetes mellitus.- If the Rightest Blood Glucose Meter GM232C and Test Strips are exposed to a substantial change in temperature, please wait 45 minutes before measurement.- Follow all environmental protection regulations when disposing of batteries.- The Rightest Blood Glucose Meter GM232C will be set as mg/dL by default when sold in United States. If meter display shows “mmol/L” during setting or test, please contact GE Diabetes Customer Support Center. Use of the wrong unit of measurement may cause incorrect treatment.The Blood Glucose Monitoring System GM232C is a personal blood glucose monitoring system to be used for self-testing only. The glucose meter and lancing device are for single patient use. Do not use on multiple patients. Do not share meter or lancing device with anyone including other family members. A healthcare professional should be contacted when Customer Service is not available.Please forward your warranty card to Bionime customer service.Bionime customer service1450 E. Spruce Street, Bldg. #B, Ontario, CA 91761, USARightest Preface 32Caution

Caution 54Caution- The minimum blood sample size to test using theBlood Glucose Monitoring System GM232C is 0.75µL: ( ) Rightest Blood sample size above 3.0µL might contaminate the test strip port and the meter.Blood sample size below 0.75µL may cause an inaccurate result or may prevent a meter reading. An Er4 reading will be displayed if the sample size is too small. In this case, repeat the test with a new test strip.Sample Size Example0.75µL 1.0 1.5µL 2.0µLµL 3.0µL Important Safety Notes:- TheBlood Glucose Meter GM232C and Lancing Device are for single patient use. Do not share them with anyone including other family members. - All parts of the kit are considered biohazardous and can potentially transmit infectious diseases, even after following the cleaning and disinfecting procedures. - Users should wash their hands thoroughly with soap and water before and after handling the meter, lancing device, or test strips. Rightest Please refer to the section "Cleaning and Disinfecting Procedures" on page 48.- User should turn off meter or meter’s Bluetooth connection to keep it in flight mode “ ” while traveling in flight. User can still perform blood glucose testing while meter is in flight mode “ ” .- Action upon delivery: a) Unpacking; b) checking delivery for completeness; c) checking for damage during transport.

Table of Contents76Table of Contents About theBlood Glucose Monitoring System GM232CThe Blood Glucose Monitoring System GM232C...................................................The Blood Glucose Meter GM232C...........................................................................................................The Blood Glucose Test Strip GM232C...................................................................................................Before TestingMeter Activation and Battery Change.....................................................................................................................................Setting Up Your Meter - Setting the Date, Time and Volume........................................................................................Turning On/Off the Meter...............................................................................................................................................................Turning On/Off the Bluetooth...................................................................................................................................................... Handling the GE006 Blood Glucose Test Strip........................................................................................................Testing ProcedureGetting Ready for Testing..............................................................................................................................................................Performing a Blood Glucose Test...........................................................................................................................................Setting Markers...............Alternative Site Testing...................................................................................................................................................................View Window Appearance..........................................................................................................................................................Understanding Test Results and Messages.......................................................................................................................... Rightest Rightest ..........................................................................................Rightest .............................................................Rightest ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................Quality ControlAbout Quality Control Testing......................................................................................................................................................................................................Performing a Quality Control Test........................................................................................................................................Understanding Control Test Results.....................................................................................................................................Test MemoryRecalling Test Results.................................................................................................................................................................Recalling Average Test Results...............................................................................................................................................Caring for Your Meter.................................................................................................................................................................Cleaning and Disinfecting Procedures...............................................................................................................................Error Messages and Troubleshooting................................................................................................................................Limitations...........................................................................................................................................................................................Specifications....................................................................................................................................................................................Warranty..............................................................................................................................................................................................Customer Service............................................................................................................................................................................Expected Blood Glucose Values Without Diabetes..........................................................................................................Component Manufacturer Information.................................................................................................................................Log Book.............................................................................................................................................................................................Warranty Card..................................................................................................................................................................................Emergency Card............................................................................................................................................................................... ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................Real Time Synchronize....................................................................................................................................................................................................................FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISION (FCC) STATEMENT & 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9 8The Rightest Blood Glucose Monitoring System GM232CContentsYour Rightest Blood Glucose Monitoring System GM232C consists of several items. Please identify each item, learn its name and how it is used. Below are the items included in your Blood Glucose Monitoring System GM232C: 1. Getting Started Guide 2. User's Manual (includes Log Book, Warranty Card, Emergency Card ) 3. Blood Glucose Test Strip GM232C Package Insert ＊ 4. Rightest Control Solution GC550 Package Insert ＊ 5. Blood Glucose Meter GM232C ( with 2 AAA batteries installed ) 6. Blood Glucose Test strips GM232C ( 10/25 pcs )＊ 7. ＊ 8. Lancing Device ＊ 9. Clear Cap ＊10. Disposable Sterile Lancets ( 10 pcs ) ＊11. Carrying Case ( not shown )＊12. Instruction for the lancing device ( not shown )＊(＊ Different packages have different bundled items. Some of packages might not include ＊ items.)Rightest＊＊RightestRightestRightestRightest Control Solution GC550 Rightest GD500 10＊53 ＊26 ＊14 ＊7 ＊ 8 ＊9 ＊If you want to purchase optional items, please contact Bionime customer service at 888-481-8485.The Rightest Blood Glucose Monitoring System GM232C

1110 Left Button ( )Main Button ( )Display WindowTest Strip PortRight Button ( )Product nameBattery CoverMeter Serial NumberMeter BatteryThe Rightest Blood Glucose Meter GM232CThe Rightest Blood Glucose Meter GM232CRightest GM232C

1312Indicates a test result stored in memoryIndicates a test result not included into the average result of the meterIndicates the average resultIndicates a control solution test resultUnit of test resultTest resultWarns when the batteries are low or must be replacedIndicate when to apply the blood sampleAppears after you insert test strip into meterAppears when an error occursCurrent date under time mode or testing date under memory modeWarns when the operational temperature limit is exceeded during testingIndicates the time in 12H formatDisplays current time under time mode or testing time under memory modeManufacturing use onlyIndicates a meal marker with test resultIndicates that the Bluetooth is turned onIndicates that the Bluetooth is turned offIndicates the time period of test resultsThe Rightest Blood Glucose Meter GM232CThe Rightest Blood Glucose Meter GM232C

1514The Rightest Blood Glucose Meter GM232C can only be used withBlood Glucose Test Strips GM232C and Rightest Control Solution GC550. The use of other test strips or control solutions can lead to incorrect results. Rightest Hold here to insert test strip into meter.Sample PortApply blood/control solution here. Noble Metal ElectrodesElectrochemical sensorView WIndowPRECAUTION- Close the Rightest Blood Glucose Test Strip GM232C vial immediately after removing a test strip.- Do not reus Blood Glucose Test Strips .- Do not use expired Blood Glucose Test Strips . - When you open a new vial of Blood Glucose Test Strips , record the date on the vial. Discard the vial of test strips after 3 months from opening.- Store the Blood Glucose Test Strip between 39-86°F ( or 4-30°C) and in a location (10-90% relative humidity). Do not expose to direct sunlight or heat.- If the Blood Glucose Meter and Test Strips are exposed to a substantial change in temperature, please wait 45 minutes before measurement.- For detailed information, please refer to the Blood Glucose Test Strip Package Insert.e RightestGM232CRightest GM232C RightestGM232C RightestGM232C RightestGM232C RightestGM232C Electrode ContactsThe Rightest Blood Glucose Test Strip GM232CThe Rightest Blood Glucose Test Strip GM232C

1716 Meter Activation and Battery Change Meter Activation and Battery ChangeYourBlood Glucose Meter comes with two AAA, batteries installed. Two new batteries will provide power to perform approximately 800 tests under normal use with one data transfer. Press the main button or insert a strip to activate your meter. Rightest GM232C 1. Turn theover. Press and slide the battery cover to open. Rightest Blood Glucose Meter GM232C CAUTION- Please follow the local regulation to properly discard a used battery.- Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.4. TheBlood Glucose Meter 5. Press any button to exit the self-test and enter Setting Mode. Rightest GM232C (all symbols will appear on the screen).6. You must set the time and date when replacing the battery. See Chapter “Setting Up Your Meter - Setting the Date, Time, and Volume" on page 18. Test results are still stored in the memory.will enter Self-Testing Mode automatically when replacing the battery 3. Slide the battery cover back until it snaps into place.2. Install the batteries. Be sure to put the batteries in the correct direction.

1918Setting Up Your Meter - Setting the Date, Time and VolumeSetting Up Your Meter - Setting the Date, Time and Volume2)3)1)NOTE- Use the Left and Right buttons to select your setting data and press the main button to confirm each selection. After confirming all of the settings, you will return to the Time Mode.You can enter the Setting Mode two ways.1. Replace the Battery2. With Battery Inserted After removing the battery, press the main button several times until there is no signal on screen, then follow the battery installation steps to replace battery. The Rightest Blood Glucose Meter GM232C will perform a self-test. Press the main button to exit the self-test and enter the Setting Mode.Press the main button to turn on the Rightest Blood Glucose Meter GM232C. Hold down the main button for 7 seconds. During this time the screen will go blank until you hear a beep. After the beep, the meter will turn on into the Setting Mode. The display screen will show setting data.1. Year setting, press the Left or Right button until you see the current year. Press the Main button to confirm. 2. Month settingWith the month blinking, press the Left or Right button until you see the current month. Press the Main button to confirm. With the year format blinkingOnce the year is confirmed, the Month Setting will appear.Once the month is confirmed, the Day Setting will appear.Once the day is confirmed, the Time Setting will appear. 3. Day settingWith the day blinking, press the Left or Right button until you see the current day. Press the Main button to confirm.

2120Setting Up Your Meter - Setting the Date, Time and VolumeSetting Up Your Meter - Setting the Date, Time and Volume4. Time format 12/24H selectionWith the time format blinking, press the Left or Right button to switch between 12H and 24H. Press the Main button to confirm. 5. Hour settingWith the hour blinking, press the Left or Right button until you see the current hour. Press the Main button to confirm. 6. Minute settingWith the minutes blinking, press the Left or Right button until you see the current minute. Press the Main button to confirm. Once confirmed, the Hour Setting will appear. Once the hour is confirmed, the Minute Setting will appear.Once the minute is confirmed, the Volume Setting will appear.5)6)4a)4b)NOTE- If you do not change any settings during Meter Set-up for over 2 minutes, the Blood Glucose Meter GM232C will leave setting mode and power off automatically. Rightest7a)7b)7. Volume SettingWith the volume blinking, press the Left or Right button to turn the volume on or off. Press the Main button to confirm and finish the settings.8. Ending SettingAfter volume setting, for confirmation you will hear a beep (if volume is turned on). All the settings are saved and completed and will return to time screen. 8)

2322Turning On / Off the MeterTurning On/Off the Bluetooth1. How to turn on the Rightest Blood Glucose Meter Press the Main button or Insert a test strip.2. Manual Power off To power off the Rightest Blood Glucose Meter , press and hold the Main button for 4 seconds.3. Auto Power offGM232CGM232C The Blood Glucose Meter GM232C will power off automatically after 2 minutes if no buttons are pressed or no strip is inserted.Rightest1. Auto turn on the Bluetooth After leaving the Setting mode, the Bluetooth will turn on automatically and the symbol blinks on the screen.2. Turn off the Bluetooth In Time mode, press and hold the Right or Left button for two seconds. The blinking symbol will switch to the “ “ symbol with a beep (If Volume is turned on).3. Manual turn on the Bluetooth In Time mode, press and hold the Right or Left button for two seconds. The “ “ symbol will switch to the blinking “ “ symbol with a beep (If Volume is turned on).“ ““ “NOTE1.The blinking symbol should turn to steady immediately when the Bluetooth connection is established. 2. Blinking back and forth “ “ symbol on the screen means the meter is transferring data.“ “ 3. User should turn off meter or meter’s Bluetooth connection to keep it in flight mode “ ” while traveling in flight. User can still perform blood glucose testing while meter is in flight mode “ ” .1)2)12

2524How to handle the Rightest Glucose Test Strip GM232C.Inserting the Rightest Blood Glucose Test Strip :1. Hold the Blood Glucose Test Strip between your thumb and middle finger with the view window " " facing up.2. Put your forefinger on the side of the strip as shown. GM232C RightestGM232C 3. Insert the Rightest Blood Glucose Test Strip GM232C into test strip port until it clicks and firmly stops.Removing the Rightest Blood Glucose Test Strip GM232C:1. Hold the Rightest Blood Glucose Test Strip GM232C as shown.2. Rotate the Blood Glucose Test Strip counterclockwise and pull up simultaneously. RightestGM232C 3. Take the Rightest Blood Glucose Test Strip GM232C out of the test strip port.Please follow your health care professional's instructions and discard used strips properly.
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2726Getting Ready for TestingPerforming a Blood Glucose TestBefore performing a blood glucose test, prepare the items below :- Rightest Blood Glucose Meter - Blood Glucose Test Strips (Please check the expiration date on the test strip vial. Do not use expired test strips)- Rightest GD500 Lancing device- Sterile lancet- Alcohol swab (optional)GM232CRightestGM232CPlungerBaseLancet carrierRelease buttonDepth adjustable cap1. Hold the adjustable depth cap in one hand while holding the base in the other hand. Lift the cap until a gap appears between the cap and base.2. Pull the two parts in opposite directions to remove the adjustable depth cap.3. Insert a new disposable lancet firmly into lancet carrier.4. Twist off and set aside the protective cover of the disposable lancet.5. Replace the depth adjustable cap.6. Choose a depth of penetration by rotating the top portion of the depth adjustable cap until your desired setting is visible in the window. Settings are based on skin type " " for soft or thin skin; " " for average skin; " " for thick or calloused skin. 123645Rightest

2928Performing a Blood Glucose TestPerforming a Blood Glucose Test7. Hold the base in one hand and pull on the plunger with the other hand. The device will be cocked. Release the plunger and it will automatically move back to its original position near the base.8. Wash your hands with warm soapy water and dry thoroughly.9. Take one Rightest Blood Glucose Test Strip from the vial. Close the vial cap immediately.10. Insert the strip into the test strip port of the Rightest Blood Glucose Meter with the view window facing up.11. Once the strip is inserted, all symbols will appear on your meter display and will be accompanied by a beep (if volume is turned on).GM232C GM232C 78NOTE- The will automatically detect the Code number on the strip. You do not have to check the Code number on the meter display and strip vial.Rightest Blood Glucose Meter GM232C 12. A blood drop icon will appear on the display window and will be accompanied by a beep (if volume is turned on). Apply the blood sample within 2 minutes.13. Place the lancing device against your fingertip and press the release button.14. Touch and hold the blood drop to the edge of sample port until the view window is filled with blood. If the view window is not completely filled with blood the test will not start. If the blood sample was insufficient, discard the test strip and repeat with a new Rightest Blood Glucose Test Strip .15. Countdown Mode will begin on the display window. After 5 seconds, your test result will appear.GM232C13121591014b14a14c11

3130Performing a Blood Glucose TestPerforming a Blood Glucose Test16. Pull off the depth adjustable cap. Without touching the used disposable lancet, insert the lancet tip into the protective lancet cover.17. Hold the release button in one hand (see picture 17, step 1) and pull on the plunger with the other hand (see picture 17, step 2) to safely eject the used disposable lancet.19. Replace the depth adjustable cap after finishing the test.18. Discard the used disposable lancet into an appropriate puncture-proof or biohazard container.1816171921CAUTION- Do not apply your blood drop to the sample port on the strip until you see the " " appear. The Rightest Blood Glucose Meter is performing an internal test and will display " " and " " if you apply blood too soon. If this occurs, please repeat the test with a new test strip.- Record the opening date of a new test strip vial. Discard the vial of test strips 3 months after opening.- Always keep the metal contacts of the test strip port clean. If any dust or impurities are present, please clean with a small, soft brush.- The Blood Glucose Monitoring System GM232C and Rightest GD500 Lancing Device are intended for a single user only. Do not share these devices with anyone, including other family members.- All parts of this kit are considered biohazards and can potentially transmit infectious diseases, even after you have performed the cleaning and disinfecting procedure.- Users should wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling the meter, lancing device, and test strips.- Please refer to the section "Cleaning and Disinfecting Procedures"on page 48 for cleaning and disinfecting instructions.GM232C Rightest

3332Setting MarkersAccording to actual life status, you can set meal markers with test result.You have to perform meal marker setting immediately after the meter displays the reading of your test result.1. After test, the test result is displayed on the screen with time, date and flashing “ “.2. Press the Right or Left button to choose among “ “ (before meal), “ “ (after meal), ” ” (no marker) and “ “. Then press the Main button to confirm and save this record.Before meal: You execute this blood glucose test before a meal.After meal: You execute this blood glucose test after a meal.(Blank) no marker: regular test or definition by user.No average: You will exclude this test result from average calculation. Please refer to "Excluding test results from the average calculation "on page 45 for more information.NOTEIf no button pressed, the marker will be set blank automatically after 15 seconds.
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Alternative site testing: palm or forearm blood sampling - To perform alternative site testing, install the clear cap for your . ( For detailed information, refer to the instruction manual for the . )- To increase the blood flow, massage the intended puncture area of your palm or forearm for a few seconds. - Immediately after massaging the intended puncture area, press and hold the lancing device with the clear cap against palm or forearm. - Press the release button. - Continue holding the lancing device against your palm or forearm and gradually increase pressure for a few seconds until the blood sample size is sufficient. DO NOT test on the palm or forearm if you are testing for hypoglycemia (Low blood glucose).Rightest GD500 Lancing DeviceRightest GD500 Lancing Device(PalmForearmAlternative Site Testing

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View Window AppearanceAlternative Site TestingCAUTION- Test results may vary if blood samples are taken from different sites or under certain conditions where glucose levels are changing rapidly such as: following a drink, a meal, an insulin dose or exercise. In these cases, only the fingertip should be used.- DO NOT test on the palm or forearm if you are testing for hypoglycemia (Low blood glucose).- Fingertip samples can show the rapid change in glucose faster than palm or forearm samples.- Consult your healthcare professional before sampling from your palm or forearm. - Since the blood flow in the forearm and palm is slower than in the fingertip, sites other than fingertip. - If you use the normal lancing device for your palm or forearm, the blood sample may not be sufficient for meter operation.- Periodically compare the test system to a laboratory test system that is known to be well maintained and monitored by a healthcare provider.use the clear cap provided with the Rightest GD500 Lancing Device when testing Make sure your blood sample covers the whole area of the view window to get an accurate test result. An insufficient blood sample will result in an error message ("Er4"). If this occurs, repeat the test with a new test strip. Insufficient blood sample Sufficient blood sampleCAUTION- Check the expiration date printed on the strip vial every time you use a test strip. Do not use expired Rightest Blood Glucose Test Strips GM232C.- Use each Blood Glucose Test Strip immediately after removing it from the vial.- Do not reuse Blood Glucose Test Strips .- - Apply the blood sample only on the sample port of the test strip. RightestGM232C RightestGM232CDo not perform testing immediately after moving from one ambient temperature to another (e.g. after coming indoors from the outside). Allow 45 minutes for the temperature of the meter and the test strips to equilibrate.