FOR-A G20 User manual

Owner’s Manual
Blood Glucose Monitoring System
G20

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Dear FORA G20 System Owner:
Thank you for purchasing the FORA G20 Blood Glucose Monitor-
ing System. This manual provides important information to help
you to use the system properly. Before using this product, please
read this manual thoroughly and carefully.
Regular monitoring of your blood glucose levels can help you and
your doctor gain better control of your diabetes. Due to its com-
pact size and easy operation, you can use the FORA G20 Blood
Glucose Monitoring System to easily monitor your blood glucose
levels by yourself anywhere, any time.
If you have other questions about this product, please contact the
place of purchase or call the Customer Care Line.
Version 3.0 2014/11 311-4251100-030

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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 manu-
facturer.
3.Do NOT use the device if it is not working properly or if it is dam-
aged.
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 newborn
babies, infants, or people who cannot communicate.
6.This device does NOT serve as a cure for any symptoms or dis-
eases. The data measured are for reference only. Always consult
your doctor to have the results interpreted.
7.Before using this device to test blood glucose, read all the
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 chil-
dren. Small items such as the battery cover, batteries, test strips,
lancets and vial caps are choking hazards.
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN A SAFE PLACE

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 4
BEFORE YOU BEGIN 7
Important Information 7
Intended Use 8
Test Principle 8
Contents of System 9
Meter Overview 10
Screen Display 11
Test Strip 12
Setting the Meter 13
CONTROL SOLUTION TESTING 16
Performing a Control Solution Test 16
TESTING WITH A BLOOD SAMPLE 19
Preparing the Lancing Device for Blood Testing 19
Preparing the Puncture Site 20
Alternative Site Testing 22
Performing a Blood Glucose Test 24
METER MEMORY 27
Reviewing test results 27
Reviewing blood glucose average results 28
UPLOADING RESULTS ONTO A COMPUTER 30
MAINTENANCE 31
Battery 31
Caring for Your Meter 33

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Caring for Your Test Strips 34
SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING 35
Result Readings 36
Error Messages 37
Troubleshooting 38
DETAILED INFORMATION 40
Reference Values 40
Comparing Meter and Laboratory Results 41
SPECIFICATIONS 43
SYMBOL INFORMATION 44

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
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 immedi-
ately.
˙If your blood glucose results are lower or higher than usual, and you
do not have any 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 cause incorrect results.
˙If you are experiencing symptoms that are inconsistent with your blood
glucose test results and you have followed all the instructions given in
this owner’s manual, contact your healthcare professional.
Inaccurate results may occur in severely hypotensive individuals or pa-
tients who are in shock. Readings which are lower than actual values
may occur for individuals in a hyperglycaemic hyperosmolar state, with
or without ketosis. Please consult a healthcare professional before use.

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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 healthcare professionals
in clinical settings, as an aid to monitor 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 or thigh).
It should not be used for the diagnosis of diabetes, or for testing new-
born babies.
Test Principle
Your system measures the amount of sugar (glucose) in whole blood.
The glucose testing is based on measurement of the electrical current
generated by the reaction of glucose with the reagent in the strip. Your
meter measures this 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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One Meter Owner’s Manual Warranty Card
Quick Start User Guide Daily Log Book
Protective Wallet
One Lancing Device with One Clear Cap Batteries
Sterile Lancets Test Strips
Contents of the System
Your new FORA G20 Blood Glucose Monitoring System kit includes:
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5
4
8
7
9 10
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2 3 4 5
6 7
1
8 9 10
NOTE
All items can be purchased separately and some accessories may not be
included in the kit. If you wish to purchase any accessories, please contact
our local customer service.

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Meter Overview
1. DISPLAY SCREEN
Guides you through the test using symbols and simple messages.
2. M BUTTON
Used to access the meter memory and silence reminder alarms.
3. TEST SLOT
Where you insert the test strip. The meter will turn on automatically
after insertion.
4. TEST STRIP EJECTOR
Where the used strip will be ejected after you push up the button.
5. DATA PORT
Located on the side, used for cable connection.
6. C BUTTON
Calibrates the meter and marks a control solution test.
7. BATTERY COMPARTMENT
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5
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7
2
3