EPS Bio Technology EasyPlus mini R2N User manual

EasyPlus mini R2N
Self-Monitoring Blood Glucose System
User’s Manual
Please read this User’s Manual thoroughly
before using your blood glucose meter.

Dear EasyPlus mini R2N SMBG System Owner,
Thank you for using the EasyPlus mini R2N Self-Monitoring Blood Glucose (SMBG) System. We designed
this system to be dependable, easy-to-use, compact, lightweight and portable 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 EasyPlus mini R2N Self-Monitoring
Blood Glucose System. To start testing quickly, you can also refer to the Quick Reference Guide.
Thanks again for choosing the EasyPlus mini R2N SMBG.
Intended Use
The EasyPlus mini R2N Self Monitoring Blood Glucose Test System is intended for the quantitative
measurement of glucose in fresh capillary whole blood samples drawn from the fingertips or forearm. Testing
is done outside the body (In Vitro diagnostic use). It is indicated for use at home (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.

Standard Accessories
Your new EasyPlus mini R2N Blood Glucose meter and accessories work together to measure the amount
of glucose in your blood. The system includes:
•Wallet
• User’s Manual
• Self-Test Log Book
• Warranty Card
• EasyPlus mini R2N Blood Glucose Meter
• Test Strip Instructions
• Lancing device
• EasyPlus mini R2N Blood Glucose Test
Strips (10 pcs)
• Glucose Control Solution Instructions
• Check Strip
• Quick Reference Guide
• CR2032 Lithium Cell 3V Battery (2 pcs)
• Lancets (10 pcs)
• EasyPlus mini Glucose Normal Control
Solution
• EasyPlus mini Glucose High Control
Solution

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’ve 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 call the Customer Care Service toll-free at
1-866-203-2761(Eastern Time, Mon-Fri 9:00AM~5:00PM). You can also visit www.epsbio.com.tw for diabetes
management tools and product demonstrations.
Please complete your warranty card and mail it, so you receive the best customer service possible and news
about product update.
Note:
Although the EasyPlus mini R2N 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 Meter
EasyPlus mini R2N blood glucose meter is designed and approved for testing fresh capillary whole blood
samples from your fingertip and forearm. The meter is for in vitro diagnostic use ONLY(for testing outside
the body). It should not be used to diagnose diabetes.
EasyPlus mini R2N blood glucose meter can only be used with EasyPlus mini R2N Blood Glucose Test
Strips. Other test strips will give inaccurate results.
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, 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.

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 forearm.
Do not touch the strips with wet hands.
Do not use expired strips (the expiration date is shown on the bottle.)
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 you are experiencing dehydration, frequent urination, low blood pressure, shock or hyperosmolar
hyperglycemic nonketotic coma (HHNK), you may get a test result that is lower than what your blood
glucose really is. If you think you are dehydrated, call your doctor right away.
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 talk to your doctor or health care professional.
Please read your test strip instruction 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.

Table of Content
Chapter 1: Understanding Your Meter ….......................................................................................................10
The EasyPlus mini R2N Blood Glucose Meter …......................................................................................10
Setting The Time And Date ........................................................................................................................12
Setting Hypo And Hyper ........................................................................................................................13
Checking Your Meter …...........................................................................................................................14
Using EasyPlus mini R2N Blood Glucose Test Strips ...............................................................................15
Chapter 2: Control Solution Test ...................................................................................................................16
Why Run A Control Solution Test ............................................................................................................16
About The Control Solutions ......................................................................................................................17
Running A Control Solution Test ................................................................................................................18
Understanding Control Test Results …......................................................................................................20
Chapter 3: Testing Your Blood Glucose .......................................................................................................22
Using The Lancing Device .........................................................................................................................22
Inserting A Lancet into the Lancing Device ................................................................................................23
Running A Blood Glucose Test With Blood From Your Fingertip ..............................................................25
Alternative Site Testing ……...…………………………………………………………………………………….27
Running A Blood Glucose Test With Blood From Your Forearm ...............................................................29
Discarding Used Lancets ….......................................................................................................................30
Expected Values ….............................................................................................................................31
Unusual Test Results …………………………….......................................…………………………………...31

Symptoms Of High Or Low Blood Glucose …................. ..........................................................................32
Comparing Your Meter Result To Lab Results ….....................................................................................33
Chapter 4: Meter Memory, Setup …...............................................................................................................34
Memory, Storing Test Results …................................................................................................................34
Viewing Test Results …............................................................................................................35
Setting The Alarm …...................................................................................................................................36
Chapter 5: Maintenance And Troubleshooting ….........................................................................................37
Installing Batteries …..................................................................................................................................37
Cleaning Your Meter ……...........................................................................................................................38
Maintenance And Testing ..........................................................................................................................39
Cleaning Your Lancing Device …...............................................................................................................39
Screen Messages And Troubleshooting …................................................................................................40
Chapter 6: Technical Information …..............................................................................................................42
Specifications ….........................................................................................................................................42
Limitations…...............................................................................................................................................43
Device Information ….................................................................................................................................45
Warranty ....................................................................................................................................................45

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Chapter 1: Understanding Your Meter
The EasyPlus mini R2N Blood Glucose Meter
The Overview of the
Display Meaning
Amonth and date Show the moment of month and date.
BTime Show the moment of time.
CTe s t r e s u l t Show the test result.
DError The meter system is in fault.
EApplication of blood or
Control Solution
Test your level of blood glucose.
FControl solution test Control Solution test, whose value won’t be
included in the testing memory.
GHypo Set your hypo value. When test result is under the
setting value, meter will alarm you.
HHype Set your hype value. When test result is over the
setting value, meter will alarm you.
ITest records The meter will memory automatically all of test
results.
JInsert test strip Insert the test strips to start testing blood glucose.
KGlucose unit The testing unit of blood glucose in USA is mg/dL.
LThermometer The thermometer icon appears, when the
temperature is too high or too low.
MBatteries status When the battery symbol appears, prepare other
batteries for installation.

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The Overview of the Meter:
A. Anti-Slippery Ring
B. Battery cover
C. Display
D. Manufacturer information
E. Serial number
F. Strip slot
The Overview of the Test Strip:
A. Blood collection area
B. Reaction area
C. Holding area
D. Strip insert direction
E. Electrode

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Setting The Time and Date—First Time Use
Setting the current time and date in your meter is important if you use the meter memory.
1. Press “W”until turning the
meter on.
Press “W” once again and
release to enter the setting
mode.
2. The last 2-digits of the year
flash at the center of the
display. Press “X” to adjust
the year and Press “W” to
confirm the setting.
3. Repeat step 2 to set the date and
time.
The flashing field is the one you
are currently setting.

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Setting Hypo and Hype
4. Press “X” to adjust value of
hypo and Press “W” to
confirm the setting.
5. Press “X” to adjust value of
hype and Press “W” to
confirm the setting.
6. When setting is finished,
the display will be back to
the testing mode of
flashin
g
stri
p
.
Note:
Hypo setting are from 60 mg/dL to 80 mg/dL; Hype setting from 150 mg/dL to 600
mg/dL.

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Checking Your Meter
A new check strip is included with your meter. The check strip tests only the function of the meter and
not the test strip’s ability to render a result (which would need a control solution), or the accuracy of
the system as a whole.
1. Make sure your check strip is
inserted. The meter will turn
on automatically.
2. The screen displays "OK". 3. Remove the check strip and
the meter will turn off
automatically.
Store the check strip in a safe
place.
Note:
When the display shows “FAL”, re-insert the check strip. If FAL
appears again, please call our Toll-Free number 1-866-203-2761.

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Using EasyPlus mini R2N Blood Glucose Test Strip
Use only with EasyPlus mini R2N Blood Glucose Meter.
Keep the test strips in their original bottle.
Close the bottle tightly right away, after you take a test strip out. This keeps the test strips dry.
Use the test strip within three minutes after taking it out of the bottle.
The strip is for single use only. Do not reuse it.
Record the date you open the test strip bottle. Be sure to check the expiration date on the test strip bottle.
The test strip is good for three months from the date the bottle is opened or until the expiration date on
the bottle, whichever comes first.
Store the test strip bottle and your meter in a cool dry place.
Store the test strips between 35.6°F ~86°F (2°C ~30°C). Do not freeze.
Do not apply blood or control solutions 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.

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Chapter 2: Control Solution Testing
Why Run A Control Solution Test
We recommend that you run the EasyPlus mini R2N Normal and High Control Solutions. Such test will let you
know that your meter and test strips are working properly to give reliable results. You should run the control
solution tests when:
You use the EasyPlus mini R2N Blood Glucose Meter for the first time.
You open a new bottle of test strips.
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.
You are practicing the test procedure.
Note:
Professional users are instructed to follow federal, state, and local guidelines.

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About The Control Solutions
Use only with EasyPlus mini R2N test strips.
Write the date you opened the 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 uses control solutions that are past the expiration date.
The control solutions can stain clothing. If you spill them, wash your clothes with soap and water.
Close the bottle tightly after every use.
Left over control solutions should not be added back into the control bottle.
Store the bottles of control solutions at room temperature, between 35.6°F ~86°F (2°C~30°C). Do not
freeze.
If you would like to purchase EasyPlus mini R2N Normal and High Control Solutions, please contact your
local dealer or call Customer Service toll-free 1-866-203-2761.

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Running A Control Solution Test
2. Press “X” for 1 seconds to
set “ ”.
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.
Touch the drop to the Blood collection area at
the end of the test strip.
Do not put control solution on top of the
test strip.
When you hear the beeper, you have enough
control solution in the test strip.
The meter starts to count down from 5
seconds and will show the results.
1. Put a test strip into the
meter in the direction of
the arrow.

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Understanding Control Test Results
The label on your test strip bottle shows the acceptable ranges for the Control Solutions. The result you get
should be inside this range. Make sure you compare the result to the correct level of control.
6. A result appears on the display.
Don’t remove the test strip yet.
Check if the reading falls within the range
printed on the test strip bottle.
7. Remove the test strip and throw it away after
you have compared the reading to the range
printed on the test strip bottle.