FOR-A 6 GTel User manual

Multi-Functional Monitoring System
Owner’s Manual
Owner’s Manual
GTel

Dear FORA 6 GTel System Owner:
Thank you for purchasing FORA 6 GTel Multi-Functional Monitoring
System. This manual provides important information to help you to
use the system properly. Before using this product, please read the
following contents thoroughly and carefully.
Regular monitoring of your blood glucose, hematocrit, hemoglobin,
ß-ketone, total cholesterol and uric acid levels can help you and
your doctor gain better control of your diabetes. Due to its compact
size and easy operation, you can use FORA 6 GTel Multi-
Functional Monitoring System to easily monitor your blood glucose, ,
hematocrit, hemoglobin, ß-ketone, total cholesterol and uric acid
levels by yourself anywhere, any time.
If you have other questions regarding this product, please contact
the customer service or place of purchase.
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 monitoring the
effectiveness of diabetes control. It is intended to be used for the
quantitative measurement of the blood glucose, , hematocrit,
hemoglobin, ß-ketone, total cholesterol and uric acid levels in whole
blood.
It should not be used for the diagnosis of or screening for diabetes.
Professionals may test with capillary and venous blood sample;
home use is limited to capillary whole blood testing.
Version 1.0 2019/07

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 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. Always consult your doctor
to have the results interpreted.
5. Before using this device to perform a test, read all instructions
thoroughly and practice the test. Carry out all the quality control
checks as directed.
6. 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.
7. 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.
8. Do NOT use this instrument in close proximity to sources of strong
electromagnetic radiation, as these may interfere with the accurate
operation.
9. 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 the customer service
or place of purchase for help.
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN A SAFE PLACE

TABLE OF CONTENTS
BEFORE YOU BEGIN ............................................................................ 2
Important Information.................................................................... 2
Meter Overview ............................................................................. 3
Contents of System ...................................................................... 4
Display Screen.............................................................................. 5
Test Strip ....................................................................................... 5
SETTING THE METER ........................................................................... 6
THE MEASURING MODES .................................................................... 8
Before Testing ........................................................................................ 8
Calibration ..................................................................................... 8
How to Code Your Meter (for β-ketone/total cholesterol/uric acid
test) ............................................................................................... 8
Checking the Code Number ......................................................... 9
QUALITY CONTROL TESTING ........................................................... 10
When Should the Control Solution Test be Performed? ............. 10
Performing a Control Solution Test ............................................. 10
TESTING WITH BLOOD SAMPLE ....................................................... 12
Preparing the Lancing Device for Blood Testing ......................... 12
Preparing the Puncture Site ....................................................... 12
Performing a Blood Test ............................................................. 13
METER MEMORY ................................................................................. 15
Reviewing Test Results ............................................................... 15
Reviewing Blood Glucose Day Average Results ........................ 15
UPLOADING RESULTS TO A SERVER .............................................. 16
STAY SAFE WITH THE PANIC BUTTON ............................................. 17
MAINTENANCE .................................................................................... 18
Battery ........................................................................................ 18
Recharging the Battery ............................................................... 18
Replacing the Battery ................................................................. 18
Caring for Your Meter.................................................................. 19
Caring for Your Test Strips .......................................................... 19
Cleaning Your Lancing Device .................................................... 20
Important Control Solution Information ....................................... 21
SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................................... 22

Result Readings ......................................................................... 22
Error Messages .......................................................................... 22
Troubleshooting .......................................................................... 24
DETAILED INFORMATION ................................................................... 25
SYMBOL INFORMATION ..................................................................... 26
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................. 27

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(a) (b) (c) (d)
(e) (f) (g)
(h) (i) (j)
(k) (l) (m)
(n) (o)

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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 testing 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 perform a test. Using other
substances will lead to incorrect results.
 If you are experiencing symptoms that are inconsistent with your
test results and you have followed all the instructions given in this
owner’s manual, contact your healthcare professional
 We do not recommend using this product on severely hypotensive
individuals or patients in shock. Please consult the healthcare
professional before use.
 The measurement unit used for indicating the concentration of
blood or plasma glucose can either have a weight dimension
(mg/dL) or a molarity (mmol/L). The approximate calculation rule
for conversion of mg/dL in mmol/L is:
For example:
1) 120 mg/dL ÷ 18 = 6.6 mmol/L
2) 7.2 mmol/L x 18 = 129 mg/dL approximately.
mg/dL Divided by 18 = mmol/L
mmol/L Times 18 = mg/dL

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Meter Overview
○
1Test Slot with Strip Indication
Light
Insert test strip here to enter
measuring mode.
○
2Power Button
Power On / Off the meter.
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3Indicator
○
4Home Button
Press this button to back to
Main Page.
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5Display Screen
○
6Test Strip Ejector
Eject the used strip by pushing
up this button
○
7Battery Compartment
○
8Panic Button
○
9USB Port

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Contents of System
Your new FORA 6 GTel system kit includes:
1. Meter
2. Owner’s Manual
3. Carrying Case
4. Warranty Card
5. Test Strips
6. Logbook
7. 3.7 x Li-Ion Reachable Battery
8. Code Cards

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Display Screen
Measuring Mode
Memory Mode
Battery Symbol
Time
Date
Setting Mode
Test Strip
ATTEN TIO N:
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:
 FORA 6 GTel monitor should only be used with FORA 6 Test Strips.
Using other test strips with this meter can produce inaccurate results.
Absorbent Hole Confirmation Window
Test Strip Handle Contact Bars
1 2
3 4

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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.
Entering the Setting Mode (a)
Power on the meter (no test strip inserted). Tap Setting on the Main
Page.
 Setting the reminder alarm
Tap Alarm on the Setting page.
Your meter has four reminder alarms. Tap the time field to set the
alarm time. Tap ON/OFF to enable/disable alarms.
 Choosing a language
Tap Language on the Setting page. Select the appropriate
language for use. Tap Back.
 Setting the speaking volume
Tap Volume on the Setting page.
There are four (4) speaking volume levels to choose from. Select
the desired speaking volume. Tap Back.
 Setting the time
Tap Time on the Setting page.
Tap ˄ or ˅ to set the correct date.
Press OK.
Tap ˄ or ˅ to set the correct time.
Press OK.
Tap ˄ or ˅ to set the time format—12h or 24 h. Press OK.

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 Setting the measuring unit
Tap Unit on the Setting page to set the measuring unit to mg/dL
or mmol/L.
 Setting the flight mode
Tap Flight mode on the Setting page to switch ON/OFF flight
mode.
 Setting the upload mode
Tap Upload on the Setting page to switch ON/OFF upload
mode.
 Setting the hi/low range for measuring parameter
Tap Next on the bottom of Setting page to go to the next setting
page. Tap Hi/Low Range.
Four testing functions are available on the display. Select the one
you want to configure.
Glucose:
Three measuring modes are displayed on the screen: GEN/Before
Meal/After Meal. Tap each mode to set the hi/low range for each
measuring.
Ketone:
Tap ˄ or ˅to set the hi/low range.
Tap OK.
Cholesterol:
Tap ˄ or ˅to set the hi/low range.
Tap OK.
Uric Acid:
Tap ˄ or ˅to set the hi/low range.

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Tap OK.
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.
THE MEASURING MODES
The meter provides you with four modes, GEN (General) / Before
Meal (AC) / After Meal (PC) / QC, for measuring blood glucose; and
two modes, GEN (General) / QC for measuring β-Ketone / total
cholesterol / uric acid. You can set the measuring mode to each
testing when the meter shows a testing result:
Before Testing
Calibration
You must calibrate the meter every time you begin to use a new vial
of β-ketone/total cholesterol/uric acid test strips by setting the meter
with the correct code. Test results may be inaccurate if the code
number displayed on the monitor does not match the number printed
on the strip vial.
How to Code Your Meter (for β-ketone/total
cholesterol/uric acid test)
1. Insert the code strip when the monitor is off. Wait until the code
number appears on the display. (n)
NOTICE:

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Make sure the code number on display, code strip, and test strip vial
are the same. The code strip should be within the expiry date;
otherwise, an error message may appear.
2. Remove the code card, the display will show “OK”. This tells you
that the meter has finished coding and is ready for the β-ketone/ total
cholesterol/ uric acid testing.
Checking the Code Number (o)
You need to make sure that the code number displayed on the meter
matches the number on your test strip vial when inserting the strip for
β-ketone / total cholesterol / uric acid. If it matches, you can proceed
with your test. If the codes do not match, please stop testing and
repeat the calibration procedure. If the problem persists, contact
Customer Service for help.
NOTICE:
The codes used in this manual are examples only; your meter may
display a different code.
WARNING:
 It is important to make sure that the LCD displayed code is the same as the
code on your test strip vial before testing. Failure to do so will get inaccurate
results.
 The code number for the β-ketone/ total cholesterol/ uric acid strip are two-
digits; please ensure you are using the correct strips for the test.
 If the LCD displayed code is not the same as the code on your test strip
vial and the code number cannot be updated, please contact Customer
Service for assistance.

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QUALITY CONTROL TESTING
When Should the Control Solution Test be
Performed?
 if it is mandatory following the local regulations in your country,
 if you suspect the meter or test strips are not working properly,
 if your test results are not consistent with how you feel, or if you
think the results are not accurate,
 to practice the testing process, or
 if you have dropped or think you may have damaged the meter.
Test strips (c), control solutions (d), lancing device (e) or sterile
lancets (f) 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 test beforehand.
Performing a Control Solution Test
To perform a control solution test, you will need: (b), (c) and (d).
1. Power on the meter and select Measure mode
Follow the instructions on the screen to insert a test strip into the
meter. Wait for the meter to display “Take a blood sample”.
2. Apply control solution (g)
Shake the control solution vial thoroughly before use. Squeeze
out the first 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.

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NOTE:
 To avoid contaminating the control solution, do not directly apply control
solution onto a strip.
3. 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.
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 test level.
 See the MAINTENANCE section for important information about your
control solutions.
4. Press QC button to mark this test as a control solution test
With “QC” displayed, the meter will store your test result in
memory under “QC”.
Warning:
 When doing the control solution test, you have to mark it so that the test
results will NOT mix with the TEST RESULTS stored in the memory. Failure
to do so will mix up the test results with the control solution test results in
memory.

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TESTING WITH BLOOD SAMPLE
Warning:
To reduce the chance of infection:
 Never share a lancet or the 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 for Blood Testing
Please follow the instructions in the lancing device insert for
collecting a blood sample.
Preparing the Puncture Site
Stimulating blood perfusion by rubbing the puncture site before blood
extraction has a significant influence on the glucose value obtained.
Blood from a site that has not been rubbed exhibits a measurably
different glucose concentration than blood from the finger. When the
puncture site was rubbed prior to blood extraction, the difference was
significantly reduced.
Please follow the suggestions below before obtaining a drop of
blood:
 Wash and dry your hands before starting.
 Select the puncture site either at fingertips..
 Rub the puncture site for about 20 seconds before penetration.
 Clean the puncture site using cotton moistened with 70% alcohol
and let it air dry.
 Fingertip testing (h)
Press the lancing device’s tip firmly against the lower side of your
fingertip. Press the release button to prick your finger, then a click
indicates that the puncture is complete.

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NOTE:
 Alcohol swabs with 70% alcohol can be purchased in pharmacy.
 Choose a different spot each time you test. Repeated punctures at the same
spot may cause soreness and calluses.
 It is recommended that you discard the first drop of blood as it might contain
tissue fluid, which may affect the test result.
Performing a Blood Test
To perform a blood test, you will need: (b), (c), (e) and (f).
1. Insert the test strip to turn on the meter
(You can also Power on the meter and select Measure mode,
then insert a test strip into the meter)
Make sure the code number onthescreen isthe same as the
number on the vial. Wait for the meter to display “Take a blood
sample”.
2. Obtaining a blood sample (j)
Use the pre-set lancing device to puncture the desired site. Wipe
off the first appeared drop of blood with a clean cotton swab. The
size of the drop should be at least 0.5 (glucose & 3in1) / 0.8 (β-
ketone) / 3.0 (total cholesterol) / 1.0 (uric acid) microliter (μL) of
volume. Gently squeeze the punctured area to obtain another
drop of blood. Be careful NOT to smear the blood sample.
3. Apply the sample (k)
Gently apply the drop of blood to the absorbent hole of the test
strip at a tilted angle. Confirmation window should be completely
filled if enough blood sample has been applied. Do NOT remove
your finger until you hear a beep sound.
NOTE:
 Do not press the punctured site against the test strip or try to smear the
blood.
 If you do not apply a blood sample to the test strip within 3 minutes, the
meter will automatically turn off. You must remove and reinsert the test strip