Clever Choice Mini User manual

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For in vitro diagnostic use only
Read instructions before use
For self-testing
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Feb. 2010 Version 1.0
311-4265100-001
MANUAL
OWNER'S
Blood Glucose Monitoring System

Dear CLEVER CHOICE Mini’s System Owner:
Thank you for purchasing the CLEVER CHOICE Mini Blood Glucose Monitor-
ing System. This manual provides important information to help you to use the
system properly. Before using this product, please read the following contents
thoroughly and carefully.
Regular monitoring of your blood glucose levels can help you and your
doctorgain better control of your diabetes. Due to its compact size and easy
operation, you can use the CLEVER CHOICE Mini Blood Glucose Monitoring
System to easily monitor your blood glucose levels by yourself anywhere, any
time.
If you have other questions regarding this product, please contact the place
of purchase, or call our 24-hour toll free number 1-877-DIABETK (1-877-342-
2385).

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
READ BEFORE USE
1. Use this device ONLY for the intended use described in this
manual.
2. Do NOT use accessories which are not specied by the manufac-
turer.
3. Do NOT use the device if it is not working properly or or if it is
damaged.
4. Do NOT use the equipment in places where aerosol sprays are
being used,, or where oxygen is being administered.
5. Do NOT under any circumstances use the device on neonates.
6. This device does NOT serve as a cure for any symptoms or dis-
eases. The data measured is for reference only.
7. Before using this device to test blood glucose, read all instructions
thoroughly and practice the test. Carry out all the quality control
checks as directed.
8. Keep the device and testing equipment away from young children.
Small items such as the battery cover, batteries, test strips, lan-
cets and vial caps are choking hazards.
9. 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.
10.Do not use this instrument in close proximity to sources of strong
electromagnetic radiation, as these may interfere with the proper
operation.
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN A SAFE PLACE

TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 5
BEFORE YOU BEGIN 8
Important Information 8
Intended Use 9
Test Principle 9
Contents of System 10
Meter Overview 11
Screen Display 12
Test Strip 13
Setting the Meter 14
THE FOUR MEASURING MODES 18
CONTROL SOLUTION TESTING 19
Performing a Control Solution Test 19
TESTING WITH BLOOD SAMPLE 22
Overview of the Lancing Device 22
Setting up the lancing device 23
Preparing the puncture site 24
Alternative Site Testing 26
Performing a blood glucose test 28
METER MEMORY 31
DOWNLOADING RESULTS ONTO A COMPUTER 32
MAINTENANCE 33
Battery 33
Caring for Your Meter 35
Caring for Your Test Strips 35

Important Control Solution Information 36
SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING 37
Result Readings 37
Error Messages 38
Troubleshooting 39
DETAILED INFORMATION 40
Reference values 40
Comparing Meter and Laboratory Results 41
SPECIFICATIONS 43

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Important Information
Severe dehydration and excessive water loss may cause readings
which are lower than actual values. If you believe you are suffering
from severe dehydration, consult a healthcare professional im-
mediately.
If your blood glucose results are lower or higher than usual, and
you do not have symptoms of illness, rst repeat the test. If you
have symptoms or continue to get results which are higher or
lower than usual, follow the treatment advice of your healthcare
professional.
Use only fresh whole blood samples to test your blood glucose.
Using other substances will lead to inaccurate results.
If you are experiencing symptoms that are inconsistent with your
blood glucose test results and you have followed all the instruc-
tions given in this owner’s manual, contact your healthcare profes-
sional.
We do not recommend using this product on severely hypotensive
individuals or patients who are in shock. Readings which are lower
than actual values may occur for individuals in a hyperglycemic-
hyperosmolar state, with or without ketosis. Please consult your
healthcare professional before use.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN

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Intended Use
This system is intended for use outside the body (in vitro diagnostic
use) by people with diabetes at home and by health care profes-
sionals in clinical settings as an aid to monitoring the effectiveness
of diabetes control. It is intended to be used for the quantitative
measurement of glucose (sugar) in fresh whole blood samples (from
the nger, palm, forearm, upper arm, calf and thigh).
It should not be used for the diagnosis of diabetes, or testing on
neonates.
The alternative site testing in this system can be used only during
steady-state blood glucose conditions.
Test Principle
Your system measures the amount of sugar (glucose) in whole
blood. The glucose testing is based on the measurement of electrical
current generated by the reaction of glucose with the reagent of the
strip. Your meter measures the current, calculates the blood glucose
level, and displays the result. The strength of the current produced
by the reaction depends on the amount of glucose in the blood
sample.

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Contents of System
Your new CLEVER CHOICE Mini system kit includes:
Test strip, lancing device, and control solution are not included
in the kit (please check the contents on your product box).
They can be purchased separately. Please make sure you
have those items needed for a blood glucose test beforehand.
If any items are missing from your kit or opened prior to use,
please contact local customer services or place of purchase
for assistance.
NOTE
1One Meter
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3
4
Owner’s Manual
5
Pouch
6
Quick Start User Guide
7
Daily Log Book
8
Warranty Card
Sterile Lancets
One CR2032 Battery
WARRANTY CARD
CUADERNO DE REGISTRO
SELF-TEST LOG BOOK
For recording
DBlood glucose test results
DInsulin and medicationdoses
DNotes
Quick Start
User Guide

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Meter Overview
DISPLAY SCREEN
BATTERY COMPARTMENT
M BUTTON
Enter the meter memory and
silence a reminder alarm.
TEST STRIP EJECTOR
Eject the used strip by pushing up
this button.
SET BUTTON
Enter and conrm the meter set-
tings.
TEST SLOT
Insert test strip here to turn the
meter on for testing.
DATA PORT
Download test results with a cable
connection.
Front Back
Top Rear
TEST STRIP
EJECTOR
DISPLAY
SCREEN
M BUTTON
SET BUTTON
BATTERY
COMPARTMENT
TEST SLOT DATA PORT
BATTERY
SET
CR2032

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Screen Display
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Te st result area
Blood drop symbol
Low battery symbol lobmys
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Measurement Unit
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Date and Time
Measurement mode symbol
Measurement mode

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Test Strip
Test results might be wrong if the contact
bar is not fully inserted into the test slot.
Attention!
The front side of the test strip should face
up when inserting the test strip.
Front Back
The CLEVER CHOICE Mini meter should only be used with
CLEVER CHOICE Auto-Code Pro Test Strips. Using other test
strips with this meter can produce inaccurate results.
NOTE
Contact Bars
Insert this end of the test strip into the test slot.
Test Strip Handle
Hold this part to insert the test strip into the slot.
Conrmation window
Conrm if enough blood has been applied to the absor-
bent hole of the test strip.
Absorbent Hole
Apply a drop of blood here and the blood will be drawn
in automatically.

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Setting the Meter
Before using your meter for the rst time or if you change the meter
battery, you should check and update these settings. Make sure you
complete the steps below and have your desired settings saved.
Entering the setting mode
Start with the meter off (no test strip inserted).
Press SET to turn on the meter.
1. Setting the date
With the year ashing, press to select the correct
year appears. Press SET.
With the month ashing, press to select the cor-
rect month appears. Press SET.
With the day ashing, press to select the correct
day appears. Press SET.
BATTERY

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2. Setting the time format
Press and release to select the desired time format --- 12h or
24h. Press SET.
3. Setting the time
With the hour ashing, press to select the cor-
rect hour appears. Press SET.
With the minute ashing, press to select the
correct minute appears. Press SET.
4. Deleting the Memory
With “dEL” and a blinking “ ” symbol on the
display, press and select “no” to keep the
results in memory then press SET to conrm.

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To delete ALL the results, press to select “Yes” then press SET to
conrm. “OK” and “ ” are displayed on the screen, which indicates
that all data stored is deleted.
5. Setting the reminder alarm
You may set up any or all of the reminder alarms (1-4). The meter
displays “On” or “OFF”, press to turn on or turn off to set the rst
reminder alarm.
Press to select “On”, then press SET to set the hour. When the
hour is ashing, press to add an hour. Press SET to conrm and
go to minutes, press to add one minute. Hold longer to add
faster. Press SET to conrm and go to the next alarm setting.
If you do not wish to set an alarm, press SET to skip this step.

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If you wish to turn off an alarm, nd the alarm number by pressing
SET in the setting mode, press to change from “ON’ to “OFF”.
At the time of your alarm, the meter will beep and automatically turn
on. You can press to silence the alarm and insert a test strip to
begin testing. If you do not press , the meter will beep for 2 min-
utes then switch off.
If you do not want to test at this time, press to switch off the
meter.
Congratulations! You have completed all settings!
These parameters can ONLY be changed in the setting mode.
If the meter is idle for 3 minutes during the setting mode, it will
switch off automatically.
NOTE

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THE FOUR MEASURING MODES
The meter provides you with four modes for measuring, General,
AC, PC and QC. The Gen, AC and PC modes allow users to orga-
nize glucose testing based on the time of day they perform the test
relative to their last meal. The QC mode should be used when a
control solution is being tested. See the table below.
2. Press to switch between General, AC, PC and QC mode.
Modes Use when
General tests (not display) any time of day without regard to time since
last meal
AC no food intake for at least 8 hours
PC 2 hours after a meal
QC testing with the control solution
You can switch between each mode by:
1. Start with the meter switched off. Insert a test strip to turn on the
meter, the screen will display ashing blood drop.

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CONTROL SOLUTION TESTING
CLEVER CHOICE Control Solution contains a known amount of
glucose that reacts with test strips and is used to ensure your meter
and test strips are working together properly.
Do a control solution test when:
you rst receive the meter,
at least once a week to routinely check the meter and test strips,
you begin using a new vial of test strips,
you suspect the meter or test strips are not working properly,
your blood glucose test results are not consistent with how you
feel, or if you think the results are not accurate,
practicing the testing process, or
you dropped or think you have damaged the meter.
Performing a Control Solution Test
1. Insert the test strip to turn on the meter
Insert the test strip into the meter. Wait for the meter to display the
blood drop symbol.

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2. Press to mark this test as a control solution test
With “QC” displays, the meter will not store your test result in
memory. If you press again, the “QC” will disappear and this test
is no longer a control solution test.
3. Apply Control Solution
Shake the control solution vial thoroughly before
use.
Squeeze out a drop and wipe it off, then squeeze
another drop and place it on the tip of the vial cap.
Hold the meter to move the absorbent hole of test strip to touch the
drop. Once the conrmation window lls completely, the meter will
begin counting down.
To avoid contaminating the control solution, do not directly apply
control solution onto a strip.
When doing the control solution test, you have to mark it so that
the test result will not be stored in the memory. Failure to do so
will mix up the blood glucose test results with the control solution
test results in memory.
WARNING