Gmate VOICE User manual

Quick Reference Guide
Thank you for purchasing the Gmate® VOICE
System. Please read this Quick Reference Guide
carefully before use. Please keep in a safe place
for your future reference.
1004R3 Rev. Date 2013-1
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Call customer service Toll Free at
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Indicates that there may be a
possible meter malfunction.
Review the instructions and
re-test with a new test strip. If this
message appears again, contact
your local supplier or Gmate®
technical support.

SYSTEM FUNCTIONS
Front View
Large LCD screen displays test results and other information.
Test Strip Port
Buttons
Display Screen
The two side buttons power the Gmate® VOICE Meter on/off, recall
the stored test results in memory, change the meter modes, and
adjust various other features in the meter such as the date, time,
alarm, timer, and language settings. Please refer to the section in this
Gmate® VOICE User Manual (see page 14) for a complete
explanation of how to use and set your Gmate® VOICE Meter.
Insert the end of a Gmate® Test Strip into the test strip port to
begin a blood glucose test. The Gmate® VOICE Meter will
automatically power on when you insert the test strip.

ABOUT THE GMATE® VOICE SYSTEM
The Gmate® VOICE Blood Glucose Monitoring System is intended for the quantitative measurement
of glucose (sugar) in fresh capillary whole blood samples drawn from the ngertips, hand, upper arm,
forearm, calf or thigh as an aid in monitoring the effectiveness of diabetes management in the home
by individuals with diabetes. The Gmate® VOICE Blood Glucose Monitoring System is intended to
be used by a single user and should not be shared with any other person.
The Gmate® VOICE Blood Glucose Monitoring System is for self-testing outside the body (in vitro
diagnostic use only) by people with diabetes at home as an aid to monitor the effectiveness of
diabetes control. The Gmate® VOICE Blood Glucose Monitoring System should not be used for the
diagnosis or screening of diabetes or for neonatal use. Alternative site testing should be done only
during steady-state times (when glucose is not changing rapidly).
The Gmate® VOICE Blood Glucose Monitoring System includes a speaking feature that provides
audible test results for diabetic users.
The Gmate® Blood Glucose Test Strips are for use with the Gmate® VOICE Meter for the
quantitative measurement of glucose (sugar) in fresh capillary whole blood samples drawn from
the ngertips, hand, upper arm, forearm, calf or thigh.
The Gmate® Control Solution is for use with the Gmate® VOICE Blood Glucose Monitoring System
and is intended as a quality control measure to verify the accuracy of your blood glucose test results
and to ensure that the Gmate® VOICE meter and Gmate® Test Strips are working properly. The
Gmate® Control Solution is intended for use by people with diabetes at home.
Intended Use

TROUBLESHOOTING
Indicates a used test strip has
been inserted. Re-test with a new
test strip.
Battery is low. You can still perform
a few more tests. Replace the
battery soon.
Battery is too low to perform a test.
Replace the batteries immediately.
Indicates that there may be a
possible meter malfunction.
Review the instructions and
re-test with a new test strip. If this
message appears again, contact
your local supplier or Gmate®
technical support.
Indicates that the environmental
temperature is ABOVE or
BELOW the system operational
range. System operational
range is 50°F-104°F (10°C-
40°C). Repeat the test after the
meter and test strip have
reached the correct tempera-
ture range.
Error Messages

SYSTEM FUNCTIONS
Display
1. Review Mode
2. Displays the number of test results
3. Set Mode
4. Warning that the battery is low or needs to be replaced
5. Features within the Set Mode;
Volume, Alarm, Timer, Date and Time, Language
6. Displays test results, average, and error messages
7. Year
8. Indicates control solution test
9. Indicates abnormal temperature warning
10. Measuring Unit
11. Test strip and blood drop
12. Date
13. Time
Adjustable Tip
Lancing Device Cover
Lancing Device
Lancet Carrier Barrel Pocket Clip Release button

The Gmate® Control Solution is for use with the Gmate® VOICE Blood Glucose Monitoring System
and is intended as a quality control measure to verify the accuracy of your blood glucose test results
and to ensure that the Gmate® VOICE meter and Gmate® Test Strips are working properly. The
Gmate® Control Solution is intended for use by people with diabetes at home.
TESTING YOUR BLOOD GLUCOSE
: Testing with a ngertip sample
STEP 1
Insert the Gmate® Test Strip with the electrode end facing up into
the test strip port of the Gmate® VOICE Meter. Make sure that the
test strip is inserted all the way. The meter will automatically power
on and you will hear a chime.
Before you begin, make sure the code number displayed on the
screen
is the same as the code number printed on the test strip
vial. If the code number is different, insert a new test strip. If the
code number still does not match, call Gmate® Customer Service
toll-free at 1-855-GO-GMATE (1-855-464-6283).
STEP 3
The screen will display the code, date and time. A test strip symbol
with a blood drop will appear and ash. The meter and test strip
are now ready to test your blood sample.
STEP 2

If you are a home health aide, family member, or other caregiver providing assistance to the
owner of this Gmate® VOICE Blood Glucose Monitoring System, it is important that you take
steps to prevent the spread of diseases while using this product. Always clean and disinfect
the meter and lancing device following the steps on pages 48-51 before assisting the owner
of this Gmate® VOICE Monitoring System.
Wash your hands thoroughly both before and after assisting the patient. We also recommend
that you wear gloves while assisting another person with their meter. Parts of the system,
particularly the test strips and lancets after being exposed to blood, are potential biohazards
and can spread diseases such as HIV, hepatitis B and hepatitis C. For more information,
please contact your local department of health or the toll-free help line at 1-855-GO-GMATE
(1-855-464-6283).
Special Note to Caregivers
ABOUT ALTERNATE SITE TESTING

TESTING YOUR BLOOD GLUCOSE
: Obtaining a Blood Sample
Wash your hands with soap and warm water. Dry your hands
thoroughly until the nger or designated puncture site is completely
dry.
Take your lancing device. Hold the barrel rmly and twist off the
device cover by turning it counter-clockwise.
STEP
1
STEP
2
Insert a new sterile lancet into the bottom of the lancet carrier.
STEP
3
Twist off the protective cap from the lancet.
STEP
4

TESTING YOUR BLOOD GLUCOSE
: Testing with a ngertip sample
When the test is complete, your blood glucose test result will be
displayed on the LCD screen.
STEP 5
STEP 4
Using the lancing device to obtain the blood sample, place the blood
from your nger to the tip of the Gmate® Test Strip. Do NOT press
your nger against the test strip. The test strip will automatically
draw the blood. Continue to keep your nger on the test strip until the
meter chimes indicating that the volume of blood is sufcient and the
meter will begin calculating your blood glucose level. The reading will
only take 5 seconds.
Please make sure that the control solution completely lls the
designated area of the Gmate® Test Strip.
Important
The volume of the blood sample must be at least 0.5 microliter.

The Gmate® VOICE Blood Glucose Monitoring System allows you to test your blood from
the Upper Arm, Forearm, Hand, Thigh or Calf. Obtaining a blood sample from these
“alternate sites” may be considered less painful than your ngertip. The following gure
shows the areas where you can test your blood with the Gmate® Voice Blood Glucose
Monitoring System.
Upper Arm
Forearm
Hand
Fingertips
Thigh
Calf
ABOUT ALTERNATE SITE TESTING

TESTING YOUR BLOOD GLUCOSE
: Obtaining a Blood Sample
Place the device cover back onto the lancing device.
STEP 5
Select the desired puncture depth that is suitable for your skin type
by turning the adjustable tip: 1-2 for delicate skin, 3 for normal skin
4-5 for thick or calloused skin.
STEP 6
Place the end of the lancing device against the designated puncture
site. Press and release the top button. Remove the lancing device
after the puncture is complete.
STEP 7
After you perform your blood glucose test, twist off the device cover
and remove the lancet. Dispose the lancet in an approved sharps
container. Replace the lancing device cover.
STEP 8

STEP 6
Unexpected Results
Repeat the test:
Used test strips and lancets may be considered a bio-hazardous
waste in your area. Make sure to follow your healthcare provider’s
recommendation for proper disposal.
Discard the used test strip. The test result will automatically be
stored in memory.
The meter will power off automatically after one minute of nonuse.
If your test result is above 600 mg/dL, “HI” will appear on the display
screen. If your test result is below 20 mg/dL, “Lo” will appear on the
display screen. Immediately contact your physician or healthcare
professional if you receive a “Lo” or “HI” result.
If your test result is below 50 mg/dL or above 250 mg/dL.
If you continue to get unexpected results, immediately contact your
physician or healthcare professional.
If your second blood test result is also unusual, perform a control
solution test to ensure that your meter is working properly (see Control
Solution testing in this User Manual on page 41). Retest your blood.
Caution
TESTING YOUR BLOOD GLUCOSE : Testing with a ngertip sample
After you perform your blood glucose test, twist off the device cover
and remove the lancet. Dispose the lancet in an approved sharps
container. Replace the lancing device cover.