FOR-A TNG VOICE User manual

Owner’s Manual
Manual del Propietario
Blood Glucose Monitoring System
Sistema de Vigilancia de Glucosa Sanguinea

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Dear FORA TN'G Voice
System Owner:
Thank you for purchasing the FORA TN'G Voice Blood Glucose Monitoring
System. This manual provides important information to help you to use
the system properly. Before using this product, please read and follow the
instructions in this Owner's Manual.
Regular monitoring of your blood glucose levels can help you and your
doctor gain better control of your diabetes. Due to its compact size
and easy operation, you can use the FORA TN'G Voice Blood Glucose
Monitoring System to easily monitor your blood glucose levels.
If you have questions, just call ForaCare Customer Care Service Center
toll-free at 1-888-307-8188 (7:00 am - 6:00 pm PST, Mon. - Fri.). You can
also visit www.foracare.com.
Version 2.0 2016/02
311-4282200-003
English

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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
READ BEFORE USE
●The meter and lancing device are for single patient use. Do not share
them with anyone including other family members! Do not use on
multiple patients!
●All parts of the kit are considered biohazardous and can potentially
transmit infectious diseases, even after you have performed cleaning
and disinfection.
For more information, please visit
1.“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
2.“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
1. Use this device ONLY for the intended use described.
2. Do NOT use accessories which are not specified by the manufacturer.
3. Do NOT use the device if it is not working properly or if it is damaged.
4. This device does NOT serve as a cure for any symptoms or diseases.
The data measured is for reference only.
5. Before using this device to test blood glucose, read all instructions
thoroughly and practice the test. Carry out all the quality control checks
as directed.

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6. 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.
7. Do NOT use this instrument in close proximity to sources of strong
electromagnetic radiation, as these may interfere with the accurate
operation.
8. Do NOT under any circumstances use the device on neonates or
infants.
9. Keep the device and testing equipment away from young children.
Small items such as the battery cover, batteries, test strips, lancets
and vial caps are choking hazards.
10.Proper maintenance and periodically control solution test are
essential to the longevity of your device. If you are concerned about
your accuracy of measurement, please contact your local customer
service or place of purchase for help.
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN A SAFE PLACE

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
BEFORE YOU BEGIN 07
Important Information 07
Intended Use 08
Test Principle 08
Contents of System 09
Meter Overview 10
Display Screen 11
Test Strip 12
Setting the Meter 13
THE FOUR MEASURING MODES 17
Control Solution Testing 18
Performing a Control Solution Test 18
TESTING WITH BLOOD SAMPLE 21
Preparing the Puncture Site 21
Alternative Site Testing 23
Performing a Blood Glucose Test 25
METER MEMORY 28
Reviewing Test Results 28
Reviewing Blood Glucose Day Average Results 29
Data Transmission Via Bluetooth 29
MAINTENANCE 31
Battery 31
Caring for Your Meter 32
Disinfecting Procedures 33
Caring for Your Test Strips 35
Important Control Solution Information 36
SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING 37
Result Readings 37
Error Messages 38
Troubleshooting 40
DETAILED INFORMATION 41
SPECIFICATIONS 42
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISION (FCC) STATEMENT 43

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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
immediately.
●If your blood glucose results are lower or higher than usual, and you
do not have any symptoms of illness, first 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 lead to 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 ownerʼs manual, contact 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 your
healthcare professional before use.
●Critically ill patients should not be tested with a blood glucose
monitoring system.

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Intended Use
The FORA TN'G Voice Blood Glucose Monitoring System is intended for
use in the quantitative measurement of glucose in fresh capillary whole
blood from the finger and the following alternative sites: palm, forearm or
upper-arm. It is intended for use by people with diabetes mellitus at home
as an aid in monitoring the effectiveness of diabetes control program. It is
not intended for the diagnosis of or screening for diabetes mellitus, and
is not intended for use on neonates. It is intended to be used by a single
person and should not be shared.
The alternative site testing in the FORA TN'G Voice Blood Glucose
Monitoring System can be used only during steady-state blood glucose
conditions.
This meter has some speaking functions but is not intended for use by
the visually impaired.
Test Principle
Your system measures the amount of sugar (glucose) in whole blood.
The glucose testing is based on the measurement of electrical current
generated by the reaction of glucose with the reagent of the strip. The
meter measures the 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.
This system uses enzyme of Glucose Dehydrogenase (GDH) from E. coli.

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Contents of System
The FORA TN'G Voice system kit includes:
Test strip, control solution, lancing device or sterile lancets may be
purchased separately. Please make sure you have those items needed for
a blood glucose test beforehand.
NOTE:
If any items are missing from your kit or opened prior to use, or to obtain test
strips and control solutions, please contact your place of purchase or call
Customer Service for assistance.
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Daily Log Book
Two AAA alkaline batteries
Meter
Ownerʼs Manual
Protective Wallet
Quick Start User Guide / Warranty Card
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Meter Overview
Test Slot with Strip Indicator
Insert test strip here to turn the meter on for testing.
Test Strip Ejector
Eject the used strip by pushing up this button.
Main Button
Enter the meter memory and mute a reminder alarm.
Display Screen
Bluetooth Switch
Activating the Bluetooth function.
SET Button
Enter and confirm the meter settings.
Bluetooth Indicator
Download test results with a Bluetooth connection.
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Display Screen
Volume Symbol
Test Result
Ketone Warning
Warning Symbol
Testing Mode Symbol
Memory Symbol
Control Solution Mode
Date
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Time
Day Average
Alarm Symbol
Measurement Unit
Low Battery Symbol
Test Strip Symbol
Blood Drop Symbol
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Test Strip
Test Strip Handle
Hold this part to
insert the test strip
into the slot.
Confirmation Window
This is where you confirm
if enough blood has been
applied to the absorbent
hole in the strip.
Contact Bars
Insert this end of the test
strip into the meter. Push
it in firmly until it will go
no further.
Absorbent Hole
Collect a drop of blood
here. The blood will be
automatically absorbed.
ATTENTION:
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.
NOTE:
The FORA TN'G Voice Blood Glucose Monitoring System should only be used
with FORA TN'G Voice Test Strips. Using other test strips with this monitoring
system can produce inaccurate results.

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Entering the Setting Mode
Start with the meter off (no test strip
inserted). Press SET.
1. Setting the date
With the year flashing, press Main button
until the correct year appears. Press SET.
With the month flashing, press Main
button until the correct month appears.
Press SET.
With the day flashing, press Main button
until the correct day appears. Press SET.
2. Setting the time format
Press Main button to select the desired
time format --- 12h or 24h. Press SET.
Setting the Meter
Before using your meter for the first time or if you change the meter
battery, you should check and update these settings. Make sure you
complete the steps below and have your desired settings saved.

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5. Setting the speaking volume
There are seven (7) speaking volume
options to choose from. Press Main
button until the desired speaking volume
appears. To confirm your selection, press
SET.
Volume 0 indicates that the speaking
function is turned off, and “”will not
display during testing. Volume 1 to 7
indicates speaking volume from low to
3. Setting the time
With the hour flashing, press Main button
until the correct hour appears. Press SET.
With the minute flashing, press Main
button until the correct minute appears.
Press SET.
4. Deleting the memory
With “dEL”and a flashing “”on the
display, press Main button and select “no”
to keep the results in memory then press
SET to skip.
To delete all the results, press Main
button and “yes”and “”are displayed
on the meter, press SET to delete the
memory.

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high, and “”will be displayed
throughout the testing.
6. Choosing a language
Press the Main button to select L1/
L2. The default language for the meter
is L1, which is English. To confirm your
selection, press SET.
7. Setting the reminder alarm
You may set up any or all of the reminder
alarms (1-4). The meter displays “On”or
“OFF”and “”; press Main button to
turn on or turn off to set the first reminder
alarm.
Press Main button to select “On”, and
then press SET to set the hour. When the
hour is flashing, press Main button to
increase an hour. Press SET to confirm
and go to minutes, and then press Main
button to increase one minute. Hold Main
button longer to add faster. Press SET to
confirm and go to the next alarm setting.
If you do not want to set an alarm, press
SET to skip this step.
If you want to turn off an alarm, select
the alarm number by pressing SET in the
setting mode, and then press Main button
to change displayed message from “ON”
to “OFF”.

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At the pre-set alarm time, the meter will beep and automatically turn on.
You can press Main button to mute the alarm and insert a test strip to
begin testing. If you do not press Main button, the meter will beep for 2
minutes and then switch off. If you do not want to test at this time, press
Main button to switch off the meter.
Congratulations! You have completed all settings!
NOTE:
• These parameters can ONLY be changed in the setting mode.
• If the meter is idle for 3 minutes during the setting mode, it will switch off
automatically.
8. Setting the Auto-Send
Press Main button to select the auto-send
On or OFF. Press SET.
NOTE: This function is referring to the
Bluetooth data transmission. If “On”is
selected, your result will be transmitted
automatically right after the test.

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You can switch between each mode by:
1. Start with the meter switched off.
Insert a test strip to turn on the meter.
The screen will display a flashing “”and
“Gen”.
THE FOUR MEASURING MODES
The meter provides you with four modes for measuring, General, AC, PC
and QC.
MODES
General
(displays as “Gen”)
AC
PC
QC
USE WHEN
any time of day without regard to time since last
meal
no food intake for at least 8 hours
2 hours after a meal
performing a control solution test
Voice Guide
Please apply blood onto the strip.
2. Press Main button to switch between
General, AC, PC and QC mode.

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Control Solution Testing
Our Control Solution contains a known amount of glucose that reacts with
test strips and is used to ensure your meter and test strips are working
together correctly.
Test strips, control solutions, or sterile lancets may not be included in
the kit (please check the contents on your product box). They can be
purchased separately. Please make sure you have those items needed for
a blood glucose test beforehand.
Do a control solution test when:
● you first receive the meter,
● at least once a week to routinely check the meter and test strips,
● you open a new vial of test strips,
● you suspect the meter or test strips are not working properly,
● your blood glucose test results are not consistent with how you feel, or
if you think the results are not accurate,
● practicing the testing process, or
● you have dropped or think you may have damaged the meter.
Performing a Control Solution Test
1. Insert the test strip to turn on the
meter
Insert the test strip into the meter. Wait
for the meter to display “”and “”.
Voice Guide
Thank you for using this product. Please
relax during measurement. Please apply
blood onto the test strip.

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2. Press Main button to mark this test
as a control solution test
With “”displayed, the meter will not
store your test result in memory. If you
press the Main button again, the “”
will disappear and this test is no longer a
control solution test.
WARNING:
When doing the control solution test, you have to mark it so that the test result
will NOT mix with the blood glucose TEST RESULTS stored in the memory. Failure
to do so will mix up the blood glucose test results with the control solution test
results in memory.
3. Apply control solution
Shake the control solution vial thoroughly before use. Squeeze out a
drop and wipe it off, then squeeze out another drop and place it on the
tip of the vial cap. Hold the meter to move the absorbent hole of the test
strip to touch the drop. Once the confirmation window fills completely,
the meter will begin counting down. To avoid contaminating the control
solution, do not directly apply control solution onto a strip.

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NOTE:
• The control solution range printed on the test strip vial is for control
solution use only. It is not a recommended range for your blood glucose level.
• See the Meter Maintenance section for important information about your
control solutions.
Out-of-range results
If you continue to have test results fall outside the range printed on the
test strip vial, the meter and strips may not be working properly. Do NOT
test your blood. Go to www.foracare.com or call customer service for help.
4. Read and compare the result
After counting down to 0, the control
solution test result will appear on the
display. Compare this result with the
range printed on the test strip vial and it
should fall within this range. If not, please
read the instructions again and repeat
the control solution test.
(112 mg/dL = 6.2 mmol/L; 100−165
mg/dL = 5.6−9.2 mmol/L)
Voice Guide
The blood glucose is (number) milligram
per deciliter.
100~165