EPS Bio Technology EasyMax NG User manual

Next Generation (NG) Self-Monitoring Blood Glucose System
User’s Manual
Please read this User’s Manual thoroughly
before using your blood glucose meter.

Introduction
Welcome to the EasyMax Next Generation (NG) Self-Monitoring Blood Glucose (SMBG) System. This system
is dependable & easy-to-use, utilizing a compact, lightweight and portable meter that will aide you in monitoring
you or your patients’ blood glucose levels.
Please read this manual thoroughly before you begin testing. It provides you and your diabetes care team
important information and step-by-step directions for use of the EasyMax NG Self-Monitoring Blood Glucose
System.
Intended Use
The EasyMax NG Self Monitoring Blood Glucose Test System is intended for the quantitative measurement
of glucose in fresh capillary whole blood samples drawn from the fingertip, palm or forearm. Testing is done
outside the body (In Vitro diagnostic use). The EasyMax NG Blood Glucose System can be used by a single
patient or for multiple-patient use in professional healthcare settings, as an aid to monitor the effectiveness of
diabetes control. When used in Long Term Care Settings, this system must be used with safety lancets. The
system is not to be used on neonates, nor for the diagnosis of, or screening for, diabetes mellitus.

Important Safety Instructions
All parts of the kit are considered biohazardous and may transmit infection, even if you have performed
cleaning and disinfection. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling the meter. Follow
Standard Precautions when using the meter and obtaining a sample. A new pair of gloves should be worn by
the user before testing each patient.
The meter should be disinfected after each use. The EasyMax NG Self Monitoring Blood Glucose Test
System may be used for testing multiple patients when Standard Precautions and the disinfection procedures
included in this manual are followed.
EasyMax NG Blood Glucose Meter Accessories:
• EasyMax 15 Blood Glucose Test Strips
• EasyMax 15 Level 1 (Low) Control Solution
• EasyMax 15 Level 2 (Normal) Control Solution
• User’s Manual
• Logbook
• 2 AAA batteries
• Carrying case

For further information, please see:
"Biosafety in Microbiological and Biomedical Laboatories (BMBL)"
http://www.cdc.gov/biosafety/publications/bmbl5/
"Protection of Laboratory Workers From Occupationally Acquired Infections; Approved Guideline--Third Edition
" Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute (CLSI) M29-A3.
“Guideline for Isolation Precautions: Preventing Transmission of Infectious Agents in Healthcare Settings 2007”,
http://www.cdc.gov/hicpac/2007ip/2007isolationprecautions.html.
“FDA Public Health Notification: Use of Fingerstick Devices on More than One Person Poses Risk for
Transmitting Bloodborne Pathogens: Initial Communication” (2010)
http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/AlertsandNotices/ucm224025.htm
“CDC Clinical Reminder: Use of Fingerstick Devices on More than One Person Poses Risk for Transmitting
Bloodborne Pathogens” (2010) http://www.cdc.gov/injectionsafety/Fingerstick-DevicesBGM.html

Why is it so important to test blood glucose regularly?
Testing blood glucose regularly can make a big difference in how you manage you or your patients’ day to day
diabetes care. We’ve made EasyMax NG Self-Monitoring Blood Glucose System as simple as possible to help
you use it regularly.
Do you need help?
If you have questions or need assistance, please call the Customer Care Service toll-free at 866-994-3345
(Eastern Standard Time, Mon-Fri 8:00AM-6:00PM).

Important Information about your new EasyMax NG Meter
The EasyMax NG Blood Glucose Meter is designed and approved for testing fresh capillary whole blood
samples from the fingertip, palm and forearm. The meter is for in vitro use ONLY (for testing outside the
body). It should not be used to diagnose diabetes.
Remove batteries if the meter will not be used for one month or more.
The EasyMax NG Blood Glucose Meter can only be used with EasyMax 15 Blood Glucose Test Strips.
Other test strips will give inaccurate results. EasyMax 15 Blood Glucose Test Strips feature a unique and
accurate glucose dehydrogenase chemistry system.
Testing is not 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, a bathroom or a refrigerator.
Keep the meter, test strips and lancets away from children and pets.
You should not test critically ill patients with home-use blood glucose meters.
Critically ill patients should not be tested with blood glucose meters. See page 9 for more information.

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 viral disease.
Note:
Do not touch the strips with wet hands.
Do not use expired strips (the expiration date is shown on the vial.)
Do not bend, cut or twist the strips.
Altitude up to 10,000 feet above sea level has no effect on readings.

Health-Related Information
If the patient is experiencing dehydration, frequent urination, low blood pressure, shock or hyperosmolar
hyperglycemic nonketotic coma (HHNKC), you may get a test result that is lower than the actual blood
glucose level. We recommend confirming the result on such patients via a clinical laboratory.
If you have followed the steps in the user’s manual, but still have symptoms that don’t seem to match your
test results, or if you have questions, please call the Customer Care Service toll-free at 866-994-3345
(Eastern Standard Time, Mon-Fri 8:00AM-6:00PM).
Healthcare personnel should wash hands & change gloves between patients, even if patient-dedicated
testing devices and single-use lancing devices are used.
Note: 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 Meter Symbols
Date
(on the left side) Memory
Time
(on the right side)
Record/Average
display
Result Apply Blood
Apply Control
Solution
Temperature
Application of
blood or control
solution Unit
Insert a strip Battery

Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Understanding Your Meter …........................................................................................................12
EasyMax NG Blood Glucose Meter …........................................................................................................12
The EasyMax NG Accessories....................................................................................................................13
Inserting Batteries........................................................................................................................................14
Setting the Time and Date...........................................................................................................................15
Using EasyMax 15 Blood Glucose Test Strips …...…………………...........................................................16
Chapter 2: Control Solution Test ....................................................................................................................17
When to Run a Control Solution Test ..........................................................................................................17
About Control Solution ................................................................................................................................18
Running a Control Solution Test .................................................................................................................19
Understanding Control Solution Test Results ….........................................................................................21
Chapter 3: Testing Your Blood Glucose ........................................................................................................23
Instructions for Using Single-use lancets with a Lancing Device……………………....................................23
Inserting a Lancet Into The Lancing Device.................................................................................................23
Running a Blood Glucose Test with Blood from Your Fingertip ..................................................................25
Understanding Your Test Results …...........................................................................................................28
Unusual Test Results …..............................................................................................................................28

Chapter 4: Meter Memory, Setup …................................................................................................................29
Memory, Storing Test Result …...................................................................................................................29
Viewing and Deleting Test Results…...........................................................................................................30
Using With Your Computer…......................................................................................................................31
Chapter 5: Maintenance and Troubleshooting …..........................................................................................32
Battery Information......................................................................................................................................32
Cleaning and Disinfecting the EasyMax NG Meter in LTC Settings............................................................33
Cleaning And Disinfection Frequency..........................................................................................................37
Maintenance and Testing ...........................................................................................................................38
Screen Messages and Troubleshooting …..................................................................................................39
Chapter 6: Technical Information …...............................................................................................................43
Specifications …..........................................................................................................................................44
Limitations.................................................................................................................................................44
Device Information …..................................................................................................................................46
Warranty......................................................................................................................................................46

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Chapter 1: Understanding Your Meter
EasyMax NG Blood Glucose Meter
Display-
Shows results,
messages, and results
stored in memor
y
.
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 confirm the
setting.
Strip Ejector-
Push the Strip Ejector to remove
the strip.

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The EasyMax NG Accessories
EasyMax 15 Blood Glucose Test Strip Test Strip Bottle &
Control Solution Bottle
Expiration Date
Strip Insert
Direction
Reaction area
Hand Hold
Area
Blood collection
area
Electrode

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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 AAA 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 and Date
Setting the current time and date on your meter is important if you use the meter memory.
4. Repeat step 3 to set the date
and time. The flashing field is
the one you are currently
setting.
3. The last 2-digits of the year flashes
at the top of the display. Press 
(Left button) or (Right button) to
adjust the year and press
(Power Button) to confirm the
setting.
1. Press (Power Button)
and hold the button until
the meter turns on.
2. Press (Right button) for
2 seconds to get into
setting mode.

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Using EasyMax 15 Blood Glucose Test Strips
Use only with EasyMax NG or EasyMax LTC Blood Glucose Meters.
EasyMax NG Self-Monitoring Blood Glucose System is a no code system and does not require test strip
calibration.
EasyMax NG Self-Monitoring Blood Glucose System utilizes glucose dehydrogenase chemistry to avoid
incorrect readings on patients receiving Oxygen therapy.
Run a control solution test every time you open a new box of strips (See Chapter 2 “Control Solution
Testing.”)
After you take a test strip out of the vial, tightly close the vial immediately to keep the test strips dry.
Use the test strip within three minutes after taking it out of the vial.
The strip is for single use only. Do not reuse it.
When you open a new test strip vial, check the expiration date. The test strips are good for six months
from the initial date the vial is opened or until the expiration date, whichever comes first. Record the date
you first open the test strip vial in the designated spot on the vial.
Store the test strip vial and your meter in a cool, dry place, between 36°F - 86°F (2°C- 30°C). Do not
freeze.
Insert the test strip into the meter before applying blood or control solution.
Do not touch the test strip with wet hands. Do not bend, cut, or twist the test strips.

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Chapter 2: Control Solution Testing
When to Run a Control Solution Test
Running a EasyMax 15 Control Solution Test will let you know that your meter and test strips are working
properly. You should run control solution tests:
If you are using a new EasyMax NG Blood Glucose Meter.
When you open a new vial of EasyMax 15 test strips.
If you think the meter or test strips may be working incorrectly.
If the meter has been dropped.
If the results are lower or higher than expected, and you have repeated the test with similar results.
When you practice the test procedure.

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About Control Solution
Use only with EasyMax 15 test strips and EasyMax NG or EasyMax LTC meters.
Write the date you first open the Control Solution bottle on the label. The control solution is 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.
The control solution 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 returned to the control solution bottle.
Store the bottle of control solution at room temperature, between 36°F - 86°F (2°C- 30°C). Do not freeze.

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Running a Control Solution Test
You need the meter, a test strip, and control solution.
Note:
Setting the meter in control solution mode will prevent the control solution reading from being
added to your memory and averages.
1. Put a test strip into
the meter in the
direction of the
arrow.
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 the
solution on top of bottle cap.
2. The meter turns on automatically and the strip
icon appears.
Press (Left button) to change the testing mode to
Control Solution and the icon will flash.

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6. Touch the drop to the blood
collection area at the tip of the
test strip. Do not put control
solution on the top of test
strip. The meter starts to count
down from 5 seconds and will
show the result.
7. Do not remove the test strip until you
confirm that the reading falls within
the range printed on the test strip vial.
Be sure to match the correct control
solution range to your test result.
8. Push the strip ejector to
eject the test strip into a
proper trash receptacle.