Easymax EasyMax MU User manual

MU Self-Monitoring Blood Glucose System
User’s Manual
Please read this User’s Manual thoroughly before
using your blood glucose meter.

Dear EASYMAX®MU SMBG System User,
Thank you for choosing the EASYMAX®MU Self-Monitoring Blood Glucose (SMBG) System.
We designed this system to be reliable, use-friendly and efficient to help you monitor your blood
glucose on a regular basis.
Please read this manual thoroughly before you begin testing. This manual provides you and
your diabetes care team with important information and step-by-step direction to use the
EASYMAX®MU Self-Monitoring Blood Glucose System.
Once again, thank you for choosing the EASYMAX®MU SMBG System.
Intended Use
The EASYMAX®MU Self-Monitoring Blood Glucose Test System is intended for the
quantitative measurement of glucose in fresh capillary whole blood and venous blood from fingertip,
palm and forearm. Testing is done outside the body (In Vitro diagnostic use). It is indicated for
self-testing (over the counter [OTC]) by persons with diabetes, or in clinical settings by healthcare
professionals, as an aid to monitor the effectiveness of diabetes control. The system is not for the
diagnosis of or screening for diabetes mellitus, and that alternate site testing can only be used
during steady-state blood glucose conditions.

Standard Accessories
Your new EASYMAX®MU Blood Glucose Meter and accessories work together to measure the
amount of glucose in your blood. The system includes:
Optional Accessories
• Blood Glucose Meter
• Alkaline Battery (2 ct.)
• Lancets (10 pcs)
• Lancing Device
• User’s Manual
• Warranty Card
• Carrying Case
• AST Lancing Device Cap
• Blood Glucose Test Strips (25 pcs)
• Level 1 Control Solution
• Level 2 Control Solution
• Level 3 Control Solution
EASYMAX
®
Control Solutions and Blood Glucose Test Strips are available.
For purchase, please contact your local dealer.

Why is it so important to test blood glucose regularly?
Testing your blood glucose regularly can make a big difference in how you manage your diabetes
every day. We have made this SMBG system as simple as possible to help you use it regularly.
Your meter is easy to use, and you can adjust the lancing device for your comfort.
Do you need help?
If you have questions or need assistance, please contact your healthcare professional or visit
EASYMAX®Website www.easymaxdiabetescare.com for diabetes management tools and product
demonstrations.
Although the EASYMAX
®
MU SMBG System is easy to use, you may need to consult
with your healthcare professional (this may be your doctor, pharmacist or diabetes
nurse educator) for instructions on how to use the system. Only the correct use of
the system will ensure accurate results.

Important Information about Your New EASYMAX®MU
EASYMAX®MU Blood Glucose Meter is designed and approved for testing fresh capillary
whole blood and venous blood samples from your fingertip, palm and forearm. The meter is
for in vitro diagnostic use ONLY (for testing outside the body). It should not be used to
diagnose diabetes.
EASYMAX®MU Blood Glucose Meter can only be used with EASYMAX®Blood Glucose
Test Strips. Other test strips will give inaccurate results.
Testing is VALID for neonatal blood specimens.
Do not disassemble the meter as this may cause damage to the components resulting in
incorrect readings. Disassembling the meter will also void the warranty.
Always keep the meter clean and store it in a safe place. Protect the meter from direct sunlight
to ensure a longer lifespan.
You should not store the meter and test strips in a car, bathroom, or refrigerator.
Keep the meter, test strips and lancing device away from children and pets.
You should not test critically ill patients with home-use blood glucose meters.
Incorrect results may occur when performing the test. If you believe you are not feeling well,
please contact your healthcare professional.
Remove batteries if the meter will not be used for one month or more.

Please dispose device according to the local rule of the disposition of electronic device /
accessory waste.
Warning for potential biohazard: Healthcare professionals using this system on multiple
patients should be aware that all products or objects that come in contact with human blood,
even after cleaning, should be handled as if capable of transmitting a viral disease.
Consult with your healthcare professional before testing on your fingertip, palm or forearm.

Health-Related Information
If you are experiencing dehydration, frequent urination, have low blood pressure, in shock or
hyperosmolar hyperglycemic nonketotic coma (HHNKC), you may get a test result that is
lower than what your blood glucose really is. If you think you are dehydrated, call your
healthcare professional right away.
If you have followed the steps in the user’s manual, but still have symptoms that do not seem
to match your test results, or if you have questions, please contact your healthcare
professional.
Please read your test strip instructions carefully for additional health-related information.
Warning for potential biohazard
Healthcare professionals using this system on multiple patients should handle all
products or objects in contact with human blood carefully to avoid transmitting viral
disease, even after cleaning.

Explanation of Symbols
Consult instructions for use Caution
Batch code Do not reuse
In vitro diagnostic medical
device 1.5V(AAA) x 2 batteries only
Use by Temperature limitation
Manufacturer Catalogue number
Serial number Control
Sufficient for
Authorized representative in
the European Community
Blood glucose test result in
mg/dL Keep away from sunlight
Green Dot / Duales System
Deutschland GmbH (DSD)
This product meets the
requirements of Directive
98/79/EC in vitro diagnostic
medical devices

Explanation of Meter Symbols
Date
(on the left side)
User-flagging
(patient number)
Time
(on the right side)
Apply Control
Solution
AM
(Before Noon)
Apply blood
PM
(After Noon) Unit
Result / Message Battery
Insert a strip Temperature

Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Understanding Your Meter......................................................................................... 12
The EASYMAX®MU Blood Glucose Meter................................................................................ 12
The EASYMAX®Blood Glucose Test Strip And Accessories .................................................... 13
Inserting Batteries....................................................................................................................... 14
Setting The Time, Date And Medical Record — First Time Use ................................................. 15
Using EASYMAX®Blood Glucose Test Strips ........................................................................... 17
Chapter 2: Control Solution Testing............................................................................................ 18
Why Run A Control Solution Test ............................................................................................... 18
About The Control Solutions ....................................................................................................... 19
Running A Control Solution Test................................................................................................. 20
Understanding Control Solution Test Results ............................................................................. 22
Chapter 3: Testing Your Blood Glucose ..................................................................................... 24
Using The Lancing Device .......................................................................................................... 24
Inserting A Lancet Into The Lancing Device ............................................................................... 25
Running A Blood Glucose Test With Blood From Your Fingertip................................................ 27
Alternate Site Testing (Optional) ................................................................................................. 30
Running A Blood Glucose Test With Blood From Your Forearm (Optional)................................ 32
Running A Blood Glucose Test With Blood From Your Palm (Optional) ..................................... 33
Discarding Used Lancets ............................................................................................................ 34
Understanding Your Test Results ............................................................................................... 35

Symptoms Of High Or Low Blood Glucose ................................................................................. 36
Comparing Your Meter Result To A Lab Result .......................................................................... 37
Chapter 4: Meter Memory, Setup ................................................................................................. 38
Memory, Storing Test Results..................................................................................................... 38
Viewing And Deleting Test Results............................................................................................. 39
Running With Your Computer ..................................................................................................... 40
Chapter 5: Maintenance And Troubleshooting........................................................................... 41
Inserting Batteries....................................................................................................................... 41
Cleaning Your Meter ................................................................................................................... 42
Cleaning Your Lancing Device.................................................................................................... 42
Maintenance And Testing ........................................................................................................... 43
Screen Messages And Troubleshooting ..................................................................................... 44
Chapter 6: Technical Information ................................................................................................ 47
Specifications.............................................................................................................................. 48
Limitations................................................................................................................................... 49
Device Information...................................................................................................................... 51

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Chapter 1: Understanding Your Meter
The EASYMAX®MU Blood Glucose Meter
Display-
Show results, patient
numbers, and
messa
g
es.
Left ()Button-
Press to enter memory,
adjust setting, and
scroll through results.
Test Strip Slot-
Insert test strip here.
Battery Door-
Flip open the
battery door by
pushing the tab
in the direction of
the arrow and
pulling the door
up.
Right () Button-
Press to enter
memories, adjust
setting, and scroll
through results.
Power Button-
Press to turn on/off
the meter, and to
confirm the setting.
Strip Ejector-
Push the Strip Ejector to remove
the strip.

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The EASYMAX®Blood Glucose Test Strip and Accessories
Blood Glucose Test Strip
Test Strip Bottle
Control Solution Bottle
Expiration Date
Strip Insert
Direction
Reaction Area
Hand Hold
Area
Blood Collection
Area
Electrode
Lancing Device
Trigger button-
Press the trigger
button to activate
the lancing device
Carrie
r
-
Insert the lancet
into the carrier
A
djustable tip-
Select the
desired
penetration depth
Hub-
Unscrew or
Recap the Cap.
Sleeve-
Hand Hold
Area
A
ST
Lancing
Device Cap-
(Optional)
Use this
transparency
cap for AST
testing
Sliding barrel -
Pull on until it clicks
and then release to
enable lancing
device.

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Inserting Batteries
1. Open the battery door on the back of the meter by pushing the tab in the direction of the
arrow and pulling the door up.
2. Insert two batteries. The meter will beep to confirm the batteries are inserted correctly.
3. Put the battery door back in place and snap it closed.

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Setting the Time, Date and Medical Record — First Time Use
Setting the current time and date in your meter is important if you use the meter memory.
2. Press (Right Button)
for 2 seconds to get into
the setting mode.
3. The screen display flashes the last
2-digits of the year. Press (Left
Button) or (Right Button) to adjust
the year and press (Power
Button) to confirm the setting.
1. When you replace the battery, the meter will enter setting mode automatically.
2. Setting the correct time and date in your meter is important if you do use the
meter memory.
1. Press (Power Button)
and hold the button until
the meter turns on.

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4. Repeat step 3 to set the date and time.
The flashing field is the one you are
currently setting.
1. When the function of is on, it allows you to keep testing records of
multiple users separate by marking them from 001-999.
2. The meter defaults to the medical record function being “ ”. Press 
(Right Button) to reset this function.
5. Press (Left Button) or (Right Button) to
turn on/off the user-flagging and press
(Power Button) to confirm the setting.

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Using EASYMAX®Blood Glucose Test Strips
Use only with EASYMAX®MU Blood Glucose Meter.
Keep the test strips in their original bottle.
After you take a test strip out of the bottle, close the bottle immediately.
Use the test strip within 3 minutes after taking it out of the bottle.
The test strip is for single use only. Do not reuse it.
Write down the date on strip bottle when the strip bottle is first time opened. Be sure to check
the expiration date on the test strip bottle. The test strip will be expired either in six months
after the date of the bottle is opened or till the expiration date printed on the bottle.
Store the test strip bottle and your meter in a shady and arid place.
Store the test strips between 2°C - 30°C (36°F - 86°F). Do not freeze.
Do not apply blood or control solution to the test strip before you insert it into the meter.
Do not touch the test strip with wet hands. Do not bend, cut, or twist the test strips.
EASYMAX®MU Self-Monitoring Blood Glucose Test System is a “no code” system and does
not require any meter calibration.

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Chapter 2: Control Solution Testing
Why Run A Control Solution Test
We recommend that you run the EASYMAX®Level 2 control test because it lets you know that
your meter and test strips are working properly to give reliable results. You should run the control
solution tests when:
You think the meter or test strips may be working incorrectly.
You drop the meter.
You have repeated a test and the test results are still lower or higher than expected.
Professional users are instructed to follow federal, state, and local guidelines.

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About The Control Solutions
Use with EASYMAX®Test Strips.
Write the date you opened the control solution bottle on the bottle label. The control solutions
are good for three months from the date the bottle is opened or until the expiration date on the
bottle, whichever comes first.
Do not use a control solution that is past the expiration date.
Control solutions can stain clothing. If you spill it, wash your clothes with soap and water.
Close the bottle tightly after every use.
Left over control solution should not be added back into the control bottle.
Store control solution at room temperature, between 2°C - 30°C (36°F - 86°F). Do not freeze.
If you would like to purchase EASYMAX®Control Solutions, please contact your local dealer.

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Running A Control Solution Test
You need the meter, a test strip, and control solution.
1. Put a test strip into the
meter in the direction of the
arrow. If the User-flagging
function is off, proceed to
Step 2. If the function is on,
pick your control solution
medical record number.
3. Place the meter on a flat
surface, like a table.
4. Remove the control solution
bottle cap and wipe the tip of
the bottle with a tissue.
5. Squeeze the bottle until a
tiny drop forms at the tip of
the bottle and place solution
on top of bottle cap.
2. Press (Left Button) to
select the mode of Control
Solution, and the icon of
flashes.
If the Patient Medical Record is on, it does not matter which record number
you select if you flag the result as a control solution test. The result will be
displayed in the meter’s memory as a control solution test.