FOR-A Advanced pro GD40g User manual

Blood Glucose plus ß-Ketone Monitoring System
Blutzucker- und Blutketon-Überwachungsssystem
Système de contrôle de la glycémie et du ß-cétone
Sistema per il monitoraggio della glicemia e del ß-chetone
Sistema de monitorización de glucosa en sangre y cetonas ß

(a) (b)
(c) (d) (g) (e)
(f)
ver 3.0 2021/12
311-4272000-027
845
100~165
Code845

(h)
(112 mg/dL = 6.2 mmol/L,
100−165 mg/dL = 5.6−9.2 mmol/L)
(100 mg/dL = 5.6 mmol/L)
(300 mg/dL = 16.7 mmol/L; 200 mg/dL = 11.1 mmol/L)
(i)
(j)
(k) (l)
(o)
(q)
(r)
(s)
(u) (v)
(p)
(100 mg/dL = 5.6 mmol/L)
(t)
100~165
100~165
(m)

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Safety Information
Read the following Safety Information thoroughly before using the device.
• Use this device ONLY for the intended use described in this manual.
• Do NOT use accessories which are not specied by the manufacturer.
• Do NOT use the device if it is not working properly or damaged.
• This device does NOT serve as a cure for any symptoms or diseases.
The data measured is for reference only. Always consult your doctor
to have the results interpreted.
• The blood glucose test strip can be used for the testing of newborns;
The β-Ketone test strip must NOT be used for the testing of
newborns.
• Before using this device to test blood glucose or β-Ketone, read all
instructions thoroughly and practice the test. Carry out all the quality
control checks as directed.
• Keep the device and testing supplies away from young children.
Small items such as the battery cover, batteries, test strips, lancets
and vial caps are choking hazards.
• 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.
• Do NOT use this instrument in close proximity to sources of strong
electromagnetic radiation, as these may interfere with the correct
operation.
• Proper maintenance and timely calibration with the control solution
are essential to the longevity of your device. If you are concerned
about the accuracy of the measurement, please contact the place of
purchase or customer service representative for assistance.
Important Information
• Severe dehydration and excessive water loss may cause readings
which are lower than actual values. If you believe you are suering
from severe dehydration, consult a healthcare professional
immediately.
• If your blood glucose or β-Ketone 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 higher or lower than
usual, follow the treatment advice of your healthcare professional.
• Use only fresh whole blood sample to test your blood glucose or
β-Ketone. Using other substances will lead to incorrect results.
• If you are experiencing symptoms that are inconsistent with your
blood glucose or β-Ketone test results and you have followed all
instructions described in this owner’s manual, call your healthcare
professional.
• We do not recommend using this product on severely hypotensive
individuals or patients in shock. Readings which are lower
than actual values may occur for individuals experiencing a
hyperglycaemic-hyperosmolar state, with or without ketosis. Please
consult the healthcare professional before use.
• The measurement unit used for indicating the concentration
of blood or plasma glucose can have mg/dL or mmol/L. The
approximate calculation rule for conversion of mg/dL in mmol/L is:
mg/dL Divided by 18 = mmol/L
mmol/L Times 18 = mg/dL
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN A SAFE PLACE

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Introduction
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 professionals in clinical settings as an aid to monitor the
eectiveness of diabetes control. It is intended to be used for the
quantitative measurement of glucose (sugar) with capillary from
nger tip, venous, arterial, and to measure β-hydroxybutyrate
(Ketone) in fresh whole blood samples from the nger. It should
not be used for the diagnosis of diabetes, or screening for
diabetes mellitus.
The test for hematocrit (HCT) as part of the system, is intended
for use in the in vitro quantication of packed red blood cell
volume fraction in capillary whole blood as an aid in monitoring
the status of total volume of red blood cells. The reading of HCT
is only for the determination of whether the blood test sample
is within the acceptable range of Blood Glucose Plus ß-Ketone
monitoring system. It should not be used for the diagnosis of
anemia or erythrocytosis.
Professionals may test blood glucose and hematocrit with
capillary sampling from a nger tip or with venous, arterial, and
neonatal blood from the heel. Test ß-Ketone with a capillary
sampling from the nger tip. Use only heparin for anticoagulation
of whole blood.
Home use is limited to capillary blood from the nger tip.
For example:
1)120 mg/dL ÷ 18 = 6.6 mmol/L
2)7.2 mmol/L x 18 = 129 mg/dL approximately
• The HCT is the volume percentage (%) of red blood cells in the blood
sample. The Hb is the haemoglobin (g/dL) levels in the blood sample.
The approximate calculation rule for Hb is: Hb= HCT*0.34 (Note:
Haematocrit =HCT; Haemoglobin=Hb).
• The measurement unit used for indicating the concentration of
β-Ketone is mmol/L.

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Test Principle
Your system measures the amount of glucose or β-Ketone in
whole blood. The glucose or β-Ketone testing is based on the
measurement of electrical current generated by the reaction
of glucose or β-Ketone with the reagent of the strip. The meter
measures the current, calculates the blood glucose or β-Ketone
level, and displays the result. The strength of the current
produced by the reaction depends on the amount of glucose or
β-Ketone in the blood sample.
Product Overview (a)
1.Test Slot 5.Data Port (for GD40g)
2.MAIN Button Bluetooth Switch (for GD40h)
3.Display Screen 6.Bluetooth Indicator (for GD40h)
4.Test Strip Ejector 7.SET Button
8.Battery Compartment
1.Blood Drop Symbol 9.Measurement Mode
2.Code 10. Measurement Unit
3.Ketone Warning / Ketone
Symbol
11. HCT Symbol
4.Test Result 12. HCT Result
5.Warning Symbol 13. Hb Symbol
6.Low Battery Symbol 14. Date/Time/Hb Result
7.Day Average 15. Test Strip Symbol
8.Memory Symbol 16. Universal Tone Symbol
Screen Display (b)

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Getting Started
Initial Setup
Before using the device for the rst time or after you have changed the batteries, enter the following initial setup process:
Step 1: Enter the Setting Mode
Open the battery cover and press SET. The display turns on.
Step 2: Conguring the Settings (Date, Time Format, Time, Universal Tone, Memory Deletion)
Press MAIN repeatedly to adjust the value or enable/disable the setting. Then press SET to conrm the setting and switch to another
eld.
Set [Year] Set [Month] Set [Day] Set [Time Format] Set [Hour] Set [Minute] Set [Beep On,
Universal Tone,
Beep O]
Delete Memory
Records
Note:
• You may set up Beep On, Universal Tone On and Beep O by pressing M to change it. (v)
• When Universal Tone is turned on, the meter guides you through the blood glucose test in a
series of beep tones; it also outputs the result as a series of beeps.
• During memory deletion, select ‘No’to keep all saved results.
• If the device is idle for 3 minutes during the setting mode, it will turn o automatically.

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Before Testing
Calibration
You must calibrate the device every time you begin to use a
new box of ß-Ketone test strips by setting the meter with the
correct code. To ensure test accuracy, make sure the code number
displayed on the display screen matches the number printed on
the test strip vial or individual foil pack.
How to Code Your Meter
1.Insert the code strip into the test slot of the device. Wait for the
device to display the code number.
Important!
Make sure the code number on display, code strip, and test strip
vial or individual foil pack are the same. (c)
2.Remove the code strip, the display will show “OFF”indicating
the device has nished coding and is ready for ß-Ketone or
blood glucose testing.
Checking the Code Number
Make sure that the code number displayed on the device matches
the number on the test strip vial or individual foil pack before you
proceed. (d)
If it matches, you can proceed with your test. Otherwise, please
stop testing and repeat the calibration procedure.
If the problem persists, contact Customer Service for further
assistance.
Important!
• It is important to make sure that the LCD displayed code is the
same as the code on the test strip vial or individual foil pack
before testing. Failure to do so will cause inaccurate results.
Control Solution Testing
Our Control Solution contains a known amount of glucose or
ß-Ketone that reacts with test strips and is used to ensure your
device and test strips are working together correctly.
Do a control solution test when:
9 you rst receive the device.
9 at least once a week to routinely check the device and test strips.
9 you begin using a new vial of test strips.
9 you suspect the device or test strips are not working properly.
9 your blood glucose or β-Ketone test results are not consistent
with how you feel, or if you think the results are not accurate.
9 you have dropped or think you may have damaged the device.
To perform the control solution test, do the following:
1.Insert the test strip into the test slot of the device. Wait for the
device to display the test strip and blood drop symbol. (e)
2.The meter will detect the dierence between control solution
and blood samples automatically. It will automatically marks the
result as a control solution test with “QC”display.
3.Apply the control solution.
Shake the control solution vial thoroughly before use. Squeeze
out a drop and wipe it o, then squeeze another drop and
place it on the tip of the vial cap. Hold the device to move

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Testing Your Blood Glucose
Test Strip Appearance
Absorbent Hole
Apply a drop of blood
here. The blood will be
automatically absorbed.
Conrmation Window
This is where you conrm
if enough blood has been
applied to the absorbent hole
in the strip.
Test Strip Handle
Hold this part to insert
the test strip into the slot.
Contact Bars
Insert this end of the test strip
into the meter. Push it in rmly
until it will go no further.
the absorbent hole of the test strip to touch the drop. Once the
conrmation window is lled completely, the device will begin
counting down. (g)
Note:
• To avoid contaminating the control solution, do not directly apply
the control solution onto a strip.
4.Read and compare the result. (h)
After counting down to 0, the test result of the control solution
will appear on the display. Compare this result with the range
printed on the test strip vial or individual foil pack and it should
fall within this range. If the test result is out of range, read the
instructions again and repeat the control solution test.
Note:
• Control solution test results are stored in the memory.
• The control solution range printed on the test strip vial or individual
foil pack is for control solution use only. It is not a recommended
range for your blood glucose level.
• Refer to the Maintenance section for important information about
your control solutions.
Out-of-range results:
• If you continue to have test results falling outside the range printed
on the test strip vial, the meter and strips may not be working
properly.
• There is no HCT and HB display functions while the meter is in QC
mode.
1.Blood Glucose Test Strip
2.Blood Glucose / Hematocrit / Hemoglobin Test
Strip
3.Blood β-Ketone Test Strip

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Important!
To reduce the chance of infection:
• Never share a lancet or a lancing device.
• Always use a new, sterile lancet. Lancets are for single use only.
• Avoid getting hand lotion, oils, dirt, or debris in or on the lancets and
the lancing device.
Preparing the Lancing Device
1.Remove the cap. (i)
2.Insert a new lancet rmly into the white lancet holder cup.
3.Remove the protective disk on the lancet. (j)
Hold the lancet rmly in place and twist o the protective disk.
4.Replace the cap until it snaps or clicks into place.
5.Rotate the dial to set the desired lancing depth. (k)
6.Pull the cocking control out until the orange bar appears on the
release button window. (l)
Obtaining the Blood Sample
Please follow the suggestions below before obtaining a drop of
blood:
• Wash and dry your hands before starting.
• Select the puncture site at ngertips.
• Clean the puncture site using cotton moistened with 70%
alcohol and let it air dry.
• Rub the puncture site for about 20 seconds before penetration.
Blood from the ngertip
1.Press the lancing device tip rmly against the lower side of your
ngertip.
2.Press the release button to prick your nger. A click indicates
that the puncture is complete. (m)
Note:
• Choose a dierent spot each time you test. Repeated punctures at
the same spot may cause soreness and calluses.
• It is recommended to discard the rst drop of blood as it might
contain tissue uid, which may aect the test result.
Make Blood Glucose or β-Ketone Test
1.Insert the test strip into its slot.
Wait for the device to display the test strip“ “ , blood drop
““ , and“ “ or“ “.
Inserting a Test Strip
Insert the test strip into its slot.
Important!
The front side of test strip should face up when inserting test strip.
Test results might be wrong if the contact bar is not fully inserted
into the test slot.

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The blood glucose results will be broken down into individual
digits and each digit represents the corresponding number of
beeps.
The result is announced three times in succession and each time
is preceded by two quick beeps. So you will hear: 2 quick beeps –
results – 2 quick beeps – results – 2 quick beeps – result.
For mg/dL meters, the hundreds are always announced, even
when the result is below 100.
Examples:
80 mg/dL is announced as 1 long beep (0) – 1 single pause – 8
single beeps (8) – 1 single pause – 1 long beep (0)
182 mg/dL is announced as 1 single beep (1) – 1 single pause – 8
single beeps (8) – 1 single pause – 2 single beeps (2)
For mmol/L meters, the tens are always announced, even when
the result is below 10. The decimal point is represented by 1 quick
beep.
Examples:
6.0 mmol/L is announced as 1 long beep (0) – 1 single pause – 6
single beeps (6) – 1 single pause – 1 quick beep (.) – 1 single
pause – 1 long beep (0)
Note:
Information or warnings in the form of symbols displayed
together with the results are not announced acoustically.
2.Select the appropriate measuring mode by pressing MAIN.
• General Tests ( ) - 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.
3.Obtain a blood sample. (o)
Use the pre-set lancing device to puncture your desired site.
After penetration, discard the rst drop of blood with a clean
tissue or cotton. Gently squeeze the punctured area to obtain
another drop of blood. Be careful NOT to smear the blood
sample. The volume of blood sample must be at least 1.1
microliter (μL) for blood glucose or at least 1.0 microliter(μL) for
β-Ketone.
4.Apply the blood sample. (p)
Hold the blood drop to touch the absorbent hole of the test
strip. Blood will be drawn in and after the conrmation window
is completely lled, the device begins counting down. Do not
remove your nger until you hear a beep sound.
5.Read your result. (q)
The results of your blood glucose test with HCT/ Hb levels or the
result of your β-Ketone test will appear after the meter counts
down to 0. The results will be stored automatically in the meter
memory.
Announcement of Test Result by Universal
Tone

EN-9
Note:
• Press and hold MAIN for 5 seconds to exit the memory mode or
leave it without any action for 3 minutes. The device will turn o
automatically.
• If using the device for the rst time, the“---” icon will appear when
you recall the test results or review the average result. This indicates
that there is no test result in the memory.
• Control solution results are NOT included in the day average.
Announcement of Memory Result by
Universal Tone
Only the most recent result that was saved can be announced
acoustically. If you press the M button to turn the meter on, you
will rst hear the Long-Beep which stands for power-on and then
the most recent result.
Only the average for the last 7 days is announced acoustically.
If the 7-day average cannot be calculated, three horizontal bars
are displayed. This is signaled acoustically with 3 long beeps
representing 3 zeroes.
Disposing Used Test Strip and Lancet
To remove the used test strip, simply press the Test Strip Ejector
to eject the used test strip. The device will automatically turn o
after the test strip is ejected.
To remove the used lancet, remove the lancet from the lancing
device after you have nished testing.
Discard your used strip and lancet properly in a puncture resistant
container.
Important!
The used lancet and test strip may be biohazards. Please consult
your health care provider for proper disposal complying with your
local regulations.
Reviewing Test Results
Your device stores the 1000 most recent test results along with the
respective dates and times in its memory.
To review all test results, do the following:
1.Press and release MAIN. The“ ”icon appears on the screen.
2.Press MAIN to review the test results stored in the device. Press
MAIN repeatedly to review other test results stored in the
device. (r) After the last test result, press MAIN again and the
device will be turned o.
To review the day-average test results, do the following:
1.Press and hold MAIN for 3 seconds until the“ ”icon
appears. Release MAIN and then your 7-day average result
measured in general mode will appear on the display.
2.Press MAIN to review 14, 21 and 30 day average results stored
in each measuring mode in the order of Gen, AC, then PC. (s)

EN-10
http://www.foracare.ch. Follow the instructions to install the
software on your computer.
ii. Connect the device with your computer
With the device turned o, slide the Bluetooth switch on
the device to initiate the data transmission. The Bluetooth
indicator ashes in blue.
iii.Transfer data to your computer
Follow the software on-screen instructions to transmit data.
The data transmitted will include results with date and time.
Note:
• Make sure your PC has Bluetooth capability before transmitting the
data and the device is within the receiving range.
• When the device is connected to the PC, it is unable to perform any
blood glucose or β-Ketone test.
Maintenance
Changing Battery
When the battery is low, the “ “ icon appears with E-b. (u)
To change the batteries, do the following:
1.Press the edge of the battery cover and lift it up to remove the
cover.
2.Remove the old batteries and replace them with two 1.5V AA
size alkaline batteries.
Appendix
Transferring Data
There are two types of connection (either USB/RS-232 or
Bluetooth) to transfer results. Please check your device box for the
transmission method of your device.
1. Data Transmission Via USB/RS-232 Cable (For GD40g only)
i. Install the software on your computer
Download Health Care System Software and instruction
manual provided on the ForaCare Suisse AG Web site:
http://www.foracare.ch. Follow the instructions to install the
software on your computer.
ii. Connect the device with your computer using a USB/
RS-232 cable
“PC” will appear on the display, indicating that the device is
ready to transmit data. (t)
iii.Transfer data to your computer
Follow the software on-screen instructions to transmit data.
The data transmitted will include results with date and time.
Remove the cable and the device will automatically turn o.
2. Data Transmission Via Bluetooth (For GD40h only)
i. Install the software on your computer
Download Health Care System Software and instruction
manual provided on the ForaCare Suisse AG Web site:

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3.Close the battery cover.
When you hear a“beep”sound, it indicates that the batteries are
inserted correctly.
CAUTION
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN
INCORRECT TYPE.
DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE
INSTRUCTIONS.
Note:
• Replacing the batteries does not aect the test results stored in the
memory.
• Keep these batteries away from small children. If swallowed,
promptly seek medical assistance.
• Batteries may leak chemicals if unused for a long time. Remove the
batteries if you are not going to use the device for an extended
period of time.
• Properly dispose of the used batteries according to your local
environmental regulations.
Caring for Your Device
• To clean the exterior of the device, wipe it with a cloth moistened
with tap water or a mild cleaning agent, then dry the device with a
soft dry cloth. Do NOT rinse with water.
• Do NOT use organic solvents to clean the device.
Device Storage
• Storage condition: -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F), below 95% relative
humidity.
• Always store or transport the device in its original storage case.
• Avoid dropping and heavy impact.
• Avoid direct sunlight and high humidity.
Meter Disposal
The used meter should be treated as contaminated and may carry
a risk of infection during measurement. The batteries in this used
meter should be removed and the meter should be disposed in
accordance with local regulations.
The meter falls outside the scope of the European Directive
2002/96/ EC-Directive on waste electrical and electronic
equipment (WEEE).
Caring for Your Test Strips
• Storage condition: 2°C to 32°C (35.6°F to 89.6°F) for glucose test strip
and 4°C to 30°C (39.2°F to 86°F) for β-Ketone test strip, below 85%
relative humidity. Do NOT freeze.
• Store your test strips in their original vial only. Do not transfer to
another container.
• Store test strip packages in a cool and dry place. Keep away from
direct sunlight and heat.
• After removing a test strip from the vial, immediately close the vial
cap tightly.
• Touch the test strip with clean and dry hands.
• Use each test strip immediately after removing it from the vial.
• Write the opening date on the strip vial label when you rst open it.
Discard remaining test strips after 6 months.
• Do not use test strips beyond the expiry date. This may cause
inaccurate results.
• Do not bend, cut, or alter a test strip in any way.

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• It is recommended that the control solution test be done at room
temperature 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F). Make sure your control
solution, device, and test strips are at this specied temperature
range before testing.
• Shake the vial before use, discard the rst drop of control solution,
and wipe o the dispenser tip to ensure a pure sample and an
accurate result.
• Store the control solution tightly closed at temperatures between
2°C to 30°C (35.6°F to 86°F). Do NOT freeze.
Reference Values
• The device provides you with plasma equivalent blood glucose
results.
Time of day Normal plasma glucose range for
people without diabetes (mg/dL)
Fasting and before meal < 100 mg/dL (5.6 mmol/L)
2 hours after meals < 140 mg/dL (7.8 mmol/L)
• Keep the strip vial away from children since the cap and the test
strip may be a choking hazard. If swallowed, promptly see a doctor
for help.
For further information, please refer to the test strip package insert.
Important Control Solution Information
• Use only our control solutions with your device.
• Do not use the control solution beyond the expiry date or 3 months
after rst opening. Write the opening date on the control solution
vial and discard the remaining solution after 3 months.
• Source: American Diabetes Association (2012). Clinical Practice
Recommendations. Diabetes Care, 35 (Supplement 1): S1-100.
• Normal Hematocrit test results may vary, but in general they are as
follows:
• • Male: 40.7 to 50.3%
• • Female: 36.1 to 44.3%
• If the hematocrit test result is more than 70%, or hemoglobin is more
than 23.8 (g/dL), the blood glucose test may be invalid. Please redo
the test, and consult your doctor if the result is repeatedly invalid.
•
• The β-Ketone test measures Beta-Hydroxybutyrate (ß -OHB), the
most important of the three β-Ketone bodies in the blood. Normally,
levels of ß -OHB are expected to be less than 0.6 mmol/L.
• ß -OHB levels may increase if a person fasts, exercises vigorously
or has diabetes and becomes ill. If your β-Ketone result is 0.0
mmol/L, repeat the β-Ketone test with new test strips. If the same
message appears again or the result does not reect how you
feel, contact your healthcare professional. Follow your healthcare
professional’s advice before you make any changes to your diabetes
medication programme. If your β-Ketone result is between 0.6 and
1.5 mmol/L, this may indicate a development of a problem that may
require medical assistance. Follow your healthcare professional’s
instructions. If your β-Ketone result is higher than 1.5 mmol/L,
contact your healthcare professional promptly for advice and
assistance. You may be at risk of developing diabetic ketoacidosis
(DKA).
Please consult your doctor to determine a target range that
works best for you.

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Troubleshooting
If you follow the recommended action but the problem persists,
or error messages other than the ones below appear, please call
your local customer service.
Result Readings (for glucose test)
Message What it Means
< 10 mg/dL (0.5 mmol/L)
≥ 240 mg/dL (13.3 mmol/L)
> 600 mg/dL (33.3mmol/L)
Symbol Information
Symbol Referent Symbol Referent
For in vitro diagnostic
use Do not reuse
Consult instructions
for use Temperature limitation
Use by
0123
CE Mark
Batch code Manufacturer
SN Serial number
Dispose of the
packaging properly
after use
Keep away from
sunlight Caution
Keep Dry Sterilized using
irradiation
6M
Use within 6 months
after opening
Do not use if package
is damaged
Humidity limitation
Authorised
representative in the
European Community
3V 3 Volts DC Disposal of waste
equipment
Medical device Model No.

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Result Reading (for β-Ketone test)
Message What it Means
< 0.1 mmol/L
0.1 to 8.0 mmol/L
> 8.0 mmol/L
Error Message
Error Message Cause What To Do
The batteries cannot
provide enough power
for a test.
Replace the batteries
immediately.
Strip has been used. Repeat the test with a
new strip.
Problem in operation.
Review the instructions
and repeat the test with
a new strip. If problem
persists, contact the local
customer service for
assistance.
You may have removed
the strip after applying
blood, or insucient
blood volume.
Review the instructions
and repeat test with a
new test strip.
HCT>75%
Wrong code strip
is inserted or other
coding errors.
Make sure to insert the
right code strip for the
meter. Check if the code
numbers on the code strip
and the strip vial label are
the same.
Expired code strip. Repeat the test with a
new code strip.
Ambient temperature
is below the system’s
operation range.
System operational range
is 10°C to 40°C (50°F to
104°F). Repeat the test
after the device and test
strip have reached the
above temperature.
Ambient temperature
is above the system’s
operation range.

EN-15
Symptom Cause What To Do
The device
does not
display a
message after
inserting a test
strip.
Batteries exhausted. Replace the batteries.
Test strip inserted
upside down or
incompletely.
Insert the test strip with
contact bars end rst and
facing up.
Defective device or
test strips.
Please contact customer
service.
Announcement of Error Message by
Universal Tone
• Hi or Lo Result: Results larger than 600 mg/dL (33.3 mmol/L) are
represented as 999, i.e. three groups of nine short beeps with pauses
between the groups.
• Results lower than 10 mg/dL (0.5 mmol/L) are represented as 000, i.e.
three long beeps.
• Low Battery Warning: When the batteries are about to be exhausted,
2 quick beeps are announced three times in succession. This warning
is sounded when the meter is switched on.
• Other Errors: Other Error Messages are announced by 2 quick beeps
four times in succession.
Blood Glucose Measurement
The test does
not start after
applying the
sample.
Insucient blood
sample.
Repeat the test using a new
test strip with larger volume
of blood sample.
Defective test strip.
Repeat the test with a new
test strip.
Sample applied
after the device
is automatically
turned o.
Repeat the test with a new
test strip. Apply sample only
when ashing“ “ appears
on the display.
Defective device. Please contact customer
service.
The control
solution
testing result is
out of range.
Error in performing
the test.
Read instructions
thoroughly and repeat the
test again.
Control solution vial
was poorly shaken.
Shake the control solution
vigorously and repeat the
test again.
Expired or
contaminated
control solution.
Check the expiration date of
the control solution.
Control solution
that is too warm or
too cold.
Control solution, device, and
test strips should be at room
temperature (20°C to 25°C /
68°F to 77°F) before testing.
Defective test strip. Repeat the test with a new
test strip.
Device malfunction. Please contact customer
service.

EN-16
Specications
Memory 1000 measurement results with respective
date and time
Dimensions 110 (L) x 57 (W) x 25 (H) mm
Power Source 3V (Two 1.5V AAA alkaline batteries)
Weight 71g
External output Serial Cable (for GD40g)
Bluetooth (for GD40h)
Features
Auto electrode insertion detection
Auto sample loading detection
Auto reaction time count-down
Auto switch-o after 3 minutes without
action
Temperature warning
Operating Condition 10°C to 40°C (50°F to 104°F), below 85%
R.H. (non-condensing)
Storage/Transportation
Condition
-20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F), below 95%
R.H
Measurement Units either mg/dL or mmol/L for glucose test
and xed mmo/L for β-Ketone test
Measurement Range
10 to 600 mg/dL (0.5 to 33.3 mmol/L)
for glucose test and 0.1~8.0 mmol/L for
β-Ketone test
Hematocrit range 0~70% for glucose testing and 10~70% for
β-Ketone test
Test Sample Capillary whole blood
Test Result Glucose measurements are reported as
plasma equivalents
This device has been tested to meet the electrical and safety
requirements of: IEC/EN 61010-1, IEC/EN 61010-2-101, EN 61326-1, IEC/
EN 61326-2-6, EN 301 489-17, EN 300 328.
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product manufactured by ForaCare Suisse shall be free of defects
in material and workmanship and, when used for the purposes
and indications described on the labeling, is t for the purposes
and indications described on the labeling. All warranties for a
product shall expire as of the product expiration date, or if none,
after two (2) year from the original date of purchase, as long as
it has not been modied, altered, or misused. ForaCare Suisse
warranty hereunder shall not apply if:
(i) a product is not used in accordance with its instructions or if it
is used for a purpose not indicated on the labeling; (ii) any repairs,
alterations or other work has been performed by the buyer or
others on such item, other than work performed with ForaCare
Suisse’s authorisation and according to its approved procedures;
or (iii) the alleged defect is a result of abuse, misuse, improper
maintenance, accident or the negligence of any party other than
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proper storage, installation, use and maintenance in accordance
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