Lifescan Sure Step Flexx Operator's manual

©2002, 2000 LifeScan, Inc. All rights reserved.
The system described herein is covered by one or more of the
following US patents: D444,235, D367,109, 5,418,142, 5,515,170,
5,526,120, 5,563,031, 5,605,837, 5,780,304, 5,789,255,
5,922,530, 5,968,836, and 6,335,203. Use of the system described
herein is protected under US patent 4,935,346. Purchase of the
system described herein does not act to grant a license under these
patents. Such a license is granted only when the device is used with
SureStepPro or OneTouch SureStep Test Strips. No test strip supplier
other than LifeScan is authorized to grant such a license, and LifeScan
does not endorse or encourage the use of any strips manufactured by
anyone other than LifeScan.
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Contents
The SureStepFlexx Meter . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Scanning a Barcode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Performing a Quality Control Test . . . . 3
Performing a Patient Test . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Blood Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Color Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Transferring Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Connection Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Serial Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Cleaning the Outside of the Meter . 16
Cleaning the Test Strip Holder . . . . 16
Changing the Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
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The SureStepFlexx Meter
Refer to this quick reference guide only
after you have become familiar with the
instructions and precautions outlined in
the SureStepFlexx Meter Operator’s Guide.
Test strip holder
Power button
LCD screen
Optional barcode scanner/
infrared communication port lens
Serial port (top)
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Scanning a Barcode
If the meter is equipped with a barcode
scanner, you may scan IDs and lot numbers.
To scan a barcode, hold the
barcode label parallel to and
approximately 2 to 6 inches
from the meter’s scanner.
Press and release the SCAN
button on the screen. After
a successful scan, the infor-
mation appears in the display
field. Press to confirm the entry.
■NOTE: If the SCAN button does not appear,
a barcode scanner is not installed or
enabled, or battery power is too low to scan.
If power is low, change the meter batteries.
▲CAUTION: Do not stare into the laser
light or point it towards anyone’s eyes
while scanning a barcode.
123
456
789
0
ABC DEF
GHI JKL MNO
PQRS TUV WXYZ
SCAN DEL
_./- W
X
Y
Z
\:,
Enter Operator ID
9
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Performing a Quality Control Test
1Turn on the meter by pressing the
blue power button.
2Press Cont on the status screen.
3Select QC Test from the Main Menu.
4Select a control test.
5Enter your operator ID, or scan your
badge. Press .
6Select the control solution lot
number, or scan the vial.
7Select the test strip lot number (and
code), or scan the bottle.
▲CAUTION: To obtain accurate results, you
must enter the correct test strip lot number
(and code) for each new test.
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8Gently shake the control solution
vial and touch a drop of solution to
the center of the pink test square.
9Check the confirmation dot on the
back of the test strip to verify it is
completely blue.
10 Firmly insert the test strip all the way
into the test strip holder until it stops
(confirmation dot should be facing
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down). Insert within 2 minutes of
applying control solution.
◆IMPORTANT: If you fail to completely
insert the test strip, the test may start;
however, you may receive an out-of-range
result.
◆IMPORTANT: If you insert the test strip
after 2 minutes, you may get an
out-of-range result or an error message.
The QC test result appears in
approximately 30 seconds.
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◆IMPORTANT: Do not remove the test strip
until the countdown is complete.
11 Remove the test strip.
▲CAUTION: If the control solution result
fails, repeat the test. The system may not
be functioning properly. Do not use the
system to test patient blood unless the
control result falls within the expected
range.
Press and continue
with next control test.
Press Entr Note and choose
at least one comment. Press
and repeat test.
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Performing a Patient Test
1Turn on the meter by pressing the
blue power button.
2Press Cont on the status screen.
3Select Patient Test from the Main Menu.
4Enter your operator ID, or scan your
badge. Press .
5Enter the patient ID, or scan the ID
tag. Press .
6Select the test strip lot number (and
code), or scan the bottle.
▲CAUTION: To obtain accurate results, you
must enter the correct test strip lot number
(and code) for each new test.
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7Apply the patient’s blood to the
center of the pink test square.
8Check the confirmation dot on the
back of the test strip to verify it is
completely blue.
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9Firmly insert the test strip all the way
into the test strip holder until it stops
(confirmation dot should be facing
down). Insert within 2 minutes of
applying blood.
▲CAUTION: If you fail to completely insert
the test strip, the test may start; however,
you may receive an inaccurate, low result.
▲CAUTION: If you insert the test strip after
2 minutes, you may get an inaccurate result
or an error message.
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The test result appears in approximately
30 seconds.
◆IMPORTANT: Do not remove the test strip
until the countdown is complete.
10 Remove the test strip.
11 Press and continue testing.
Or, press Entr Note and choose one
to three comments that correspond
to the patient’s current situation.
Press .
Exam
p
le
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Blood Application
How to check that you have applied the
right amount of blood:
Test Strip Enough Blood
Front
Front Back Back
pink test
square
white
pad
confir-
mation
dot
Pink test square is where
you apply blood.
White pad absorbs excess
blood that extends beyond
the pink test square.
Confirmation dot is where
you check for adequate blood
application.
Apply a drop of blood to the
center of the pink test square
on the front of the test strip.
Check the confirmation dot
on the back of the test strip.
If the dot is completely blue,
this indicates you have
applied an adequate amount
of blood.
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▲CAUTION: Do not apply additional blood
to the test strip or you may get an inaccurate
result.
If the white pad on the
front of the test strip is
completely saturated with
blood, you have applied
too much blood for an
accurate result. Repeat
the application using a
new test strip.
If the blue confirmation dot
on the back of the test strip
shows streaks or patches of
white, you have not applied
enough blood for an accurate
result. Repeat the application
using a new test strip.
Too Much Blood Not Enough Blood
Front Back
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Color Chart
The Color Chart on the test
strip bottle label shows the
approximate color of a test
strip confirmation dot for
50-mg/dL and 350-mg/dL
results. It also shows the off-
white shade of a new, unused
test strip.
Before a test, compare the
color of the confirmation dot from an
unused test strip to the “Unused” color
dot. If the confirmation dot is darker than
the color dot, do not use the test strip.
After a test, you may check the meter
result by comparing the confirmation dot
to the Color Chart. Do not use the Color
Chart as a replacement for a meter
result.
Unused
Test for the measurement
of glucose in whole blood.
For use with SureStep
Brand Meters.
For in vitro diagnostic use.
Important: Read package insert
before using this product.
Store in a cool, dry place at
temperatures under 30˚C.
(86˚F). Do not refrigerate.
Replace cap immediately
and tightly.
Patents pending.
©2000 LifeScan, Inc.
50 mg/dL
350 mg/dL
Color Chart
Milpitas, California 95035
AW 052-713-04B Made in U.S.A.
®
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Transferring Data
Connection Module
1Place the meter in the
connection module
cradle.
The connection module
turns on the meter. Data
transfer occurs automatically.
2Remove the meter from
the cradle, and press Cont if the
meter is still on.
The meter turns off automatically after
data transfer is complete. To verify a
successful upload, check the status screen
for the date and time of the last upload.
■NOTE: If data transfer does not occur,
check the battery bar on the status screen.
Replace the batteries if the power is low.
INC
.
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Serial Cable
1Connect the serial
cable to the meter’s
serial port.
The other end of the
cable will be connected to
a workstation, modem, or
serial server. The meter
automatically turns on
and data transfer occurs.
2Remove the serial
cable from the meter
and press Cont if the meter is still on.
The meter turns off automatically after
data transfer is complete. To verify a
successful upload, check the status
screen for the date and time of the last
upload.
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Cleaning
Cleaning the Outside of the Meter
Clean the outside of the meter with a cloth
dampened with a 10% bleach solution.
Follow with a cloth moistened with water
to remove residual bleach. Dry thoroughly.
▲CAUTION: Do not get water inside the
meter. Never immerse the meter or hold it
under running water because it will
damage the meter.
Cleaning the Test Strip Holder
▲CAUTION: Do not use alcohol, glass
cleaners, or any cleansers containing
abrasives, phenol, or ammonia to clean the
test strip holder or lens area because it will
damage the meter parts.
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1Remove the test strip holder by
pressing down on the left side and
sliding it to the right.
2Wipe the test strip holder cover and
base with a cotton swab dampened
with a 10% bleach solution. Follow
with a swab dampened with water
to remove residual bleach.
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