OAK TREE HEALTH EASYMAX L User manual

Self-Monitoring Blood Glucose System
User’s Manual
Please read this User’s Manual thoroughly
Before using your blood glucose meter

Dear EasyMax L SMBG System Owner,
Thank you for using the EasyMax L Self-Monitoring Blood Glucose (SMBG) System. We designed this
system to be dependable, easy-to-use, compact, lightweight and portable to help you monitor your blood
glucose on a regular basis.
Please read this manual thoroughly before you begin testing. This manual provides you and your diabetes
care team with important information and step-by-step direction to use the EasyMax L Self-Monitoring Blood
Glucose System.
Thanks again for choosing the EasyMax L SMBG.
Intended Use
The EasyMax L Self Monitoring Blood Glucose Test System is intended for the quantitative measurement
of glucose in fresh capillary whole blood samples drawn from the fingertips or forearm. Testing is done outside
the body (In Vitro diagnostic use). It is indicated for use at home (over the counter [OTC]) by persons with
diabetes, or in clinical settings by healthcare professionals, as an aid to monitor the effectiveness of diabetes
control.

Standard Accessories
Your new EasyMax L Blood Glucose meter and accessories work together to measure the amount of
glucose in your blood. The system includes:
•Carrying Case
• User’s Manual
• Self-Test Log Book
• EasyMax L Blood Glucose Meter
• Test Strip Instructions
• EasyMax Blood Glucose Test Strips (10 ct)
• CR2032 Lithium Cell 3V Battery (2 ct)
• Lancing device
• Lancets (5 ct)
• AST Lancing Device Cap
• Glucose Control Solution Instructions
• EasyMax Normal Control Solution

Why is it so important to test blood glucose regularly?
Testing your blood glucose regularly can make a big difference in how you manage your diabetes every day.
We have made this SMBG system as simple as possible to help you use it regularly. Your meter is easy to
use, and you can adjust the lancing device for your comfort.
Do you need Help?
If you have questions or need assistance, please call the Customer Care Service toll-free at 1-866-994-3345
(Eastern Time, Mon-Fri 9:00am - 9:00 pm) or E-mail: [email protected]. You can also visit
www.oaktreeint.com for diabetes management tools and product demonstrations.
NOTE:
Although the EasyMax L SMBG System is easy to use, you may need to consult with your
healthcare professional (this may be your doctor, pharmacist or diabetes nurse educator)
for instructions on how to use the system. Only the correct use of the system will ensure
accurate results.

Important Information About Your New Meter
EasyMax L blood glucose meter is designed and approved for testing fresh capillary whole blood
samples from your fingertip and forearm. The meter is for in vitro diagnostic use ONLY (for testing
outside the body). It should not be used to diagnose diabetes.
EasyMax L blood glucose meter can only be used with EasyMax Blood Glucose Test Strips. Other test
strips will give inaccurate results.
Testing is not valid for neonatal blood specimens.
Do not disassemble the meter as this may cause damage to the components resulting in incorrect
readings. Disassembling the meter will also void the warranty.
Always keep the meter clean and store it in a safe place. Protect the meter from direct sunlight to ensure
a longer lifespan.
You should not store the meter and test strips in a car, bathroom, or refrigerator.
Keep the meter, test strips and lancing device away from children and pets.
You should not test critically ill patients with home-use blood glucose meters.
Incorrect results may occur when performing the test. If you believe you are not feeling well, please
contact your healthcare professional.
Remove batteries if the meter will not be used for one month or more.

Warning for potential biohazard: Healthcare professionals using this system on multiple patients should
be aware that all products or objects that come in contact with human blood, even after cleaning, should
be handled as if capable of transmitting a viral disease.
Consult with your healthcare professional before testing on your forearm.
Do not touch the strips with wet hands.
Do not use expired strips (the expiration date is shown on the bottle.)
Do not bend, cut or twist the strips.
Altitude up to 10,000 feet above sea level has no effect on readings.

Health-Related Information
If you are experiencing dehydration, frequent urination, low blood pressure, shock or hyperosmolar
hyperglycemic nonketotic coma (HHNKC), you may get a test result that is lower than what your blood
glucose really is. If you think you are dehydrated, call your doctor right away.
If you have followed the steps in the user’s manual, but still have symptoms that do not seem to match
your test results, or if you have questions, please talk to your doctor or health care professional.
Please read your test strip instructions carefully for additional health-related information.
CAUTION: Warning for potential biohazard
Healthcare professionals using this system on multiple patients should handle all products or
objects in contact with human blood carefully to avoid transmitting viral disease, even after
cleaning.

Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Understanding Your Meter ….......................................................................................................10
The EasyMax L Blood Glucose Meter …...............................................................................................10-12
Setting the Time, Date and Sound Volume.....................................................................................13-14
Using EasyMax Blood Glucose Test Strips ...............................................................................15
Chapter 2: Control Solution Test ...................................................................................................................16
Why Run a Control Solution Test ............................................................................................................16
About The Control Solutions ......................................................................................................................16
Running a Control Solution Test .........................................................................................................18-19
Understanding Control Solution Test Results .....................................................................................20-21
Chapter 3: Testing Your Blood Glucose .......................................................................................................22
Using the Lancing Device .........................................................................................................................22
Inserting a Lancet into the Lancing Device ...........................................................................................23-24
Running a Blood Glucose Test with Blood from Your Fingertip ..........................................................25-26
Alternate Site Testing (AST)……...………………………………………………………………………….27-28
Running a Blood Glucose Test with Blood from Your Forearm .................................................................29
Discarding Used Lancets ….......................................................................................................................30
Understanding Your Test Results….....................................................................................................31
Unusual Test Results …………………………….......................................…………………………………...31
Symptoms of High or Low Blood Glucose …................. ...........................................................................32
Comparing Your Meter Result to Lab Results ….....................................................................................33

Chapter 4: Meter Memory, Setup …...............................................................................................................34
Memory, Storing Test Results …................................................................................................................34
Viewing & Deleting Test Results …............................................................................................................35
Chapter 5: Maintenance and Troubleshooting ….........................................................................................36
Installing Batteries …..................................................................................................................................36
Cleaning Your Meter ……...........................................................................................................................37
Maintenance and Testing ..........................................................................................................................38
Cleaning Your Lancing Device …...............................................................................................................38
Screen Messages and Troubleshooting …............................................................................................39-40
Chapter 6: Technical Information …..............................................................................................................41
Specifications ….........................................................................................................................................41
Limitations….........................................................................................................................................42-43
Device Information …................................................................................................................................ 44
Warranty ....................................................................................................................................................45

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Chapter 1: Understanding Your Meter
The EasyMax L Blood Glucose Meter
The Overview of the
Display Meaning
A
month and date Shows the month and date
BMemory The meter will automatically record all
test results
CError The meter system is in fault
DTest result Shows the test result
EThermometer The thermometer icon appears when the
temperature is too high or too low
FApplication of blood or
control solution Test your level of blood glucose
GTime Shows the time
HPC Connect to the PC
I Sound volume Beep function can be turned on/off
JInsert test strip Insert the test strip to start testing blood
glucose
KGlucose unit The testing unit of blood glucose
LBattery status When the battery symbol appears,
prepare other batteries for installation

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Upper (▲) Buttons-
Press to enter memory,
adjust setting, and scroll
through results.
Down (▼) Buttons-
Press to enter memory,
adjust setting, and
scroll through results.
Display-
Shows results,
messages, and results
stored in memor
y
.
Test Strip Slot-
Insert test strip
here.
C
onfirm ( ) Buttons-
Press to turn on and off
the meter or confirm the
setting.

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A
.Blood collection area.
B. Reaction area.
C. Hand hold area.
D. Strip insert direction.
E. Electrode.
Expiration
date
Front Back Test Strip Bottle
D
A
B
E
C

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Setting the Time, Date and Sound Volume—First Time Use
Setting the current time and date in your meter is important if you use the meter memory.
3. Repeat step 2 to set the date
and time. The flashing field
is the one you are currently
setting.
(A=AM, P=PM)
1. Insert batteries, the meter turns
on automatically.
2. The last 2-digits of the year
flash at the top of the display.
Press “▲” or “▼” to adjust the
year and press to confirm
the setting.
4. Press “▲” or “▼” to turn on
or turn off the volume and
press to confirm the
setting.

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Setting the Time, Date and Sound Volume (continued)
You can also set the time, date and sound volume without replacing the batteries.
2. Repeat step 2 to 4 in the page 13 to
set the year, date, time and sound
volume. The flashing field is the one
you are currently setting.
1. Keep pressing “▲” until you see the
“SEL”. After 2 seconds the meter
enters the setting mode automatically.

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Using EasyMax Blood Glucose Test Strips
Use only with EasyMax L Blood Glucose Meters.
Keep the test strips in their original bottle.
After you take a test strip out of the bottle, tightly close the bottle immediately. This keeps the test strips
dry.
Use the test strip within three minutes after taking it out of the bottle.
The strip is for single use only. Do not reuse it.
Record the date you open the test strip bottle. Be sure to check the expiration date on the test strip bottle.
The test strip is good for three months from the date the bottle is opened or until the expiration date on
the bottle, whichever comes first.
Store the test strip bottle and your meter in a cool dry place.
Store the test strips between 35.6°F - 86°F (2°C ~30°C). Do not freeze.
Do not apply blood or control solution to the test strip before you insert it into the meter.
Do not touch the test strip with wet hands. Do not bend, cut, or twist the test strips.

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Chapter 2: Control Solution Testing
Why Run a Control Solution Test
We recommend that you run the EasyMax control test because it lets you know that your meter and test strips
are working properly to give reliable results. You should run the control solution tests when:
You use the EasyMax L Blood Glucose Meter for the first time.
You open a new bottle of test strips.
You think the meter or test strips may be working incorrectly.
You drop the meter.
You have repeated a test and the test results are still lower or higher than expected.
You are practicing the test procedure.
NOTE:
Professional users are instructed to follow federal, state, and local guidelines.

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About The Control Solutions
Use with EasyMax test strips.
Write the date you opened the control solution bottle on the bottle label. The control solutions are good
for three months from the date the bottle is opened or until the expiration date on the bottle, whichever
comes first.
Do not use a control solution that is past the expiration date.
Control solutions can stain clothing. If you spill the solution, wash your clothes with soap and water.
Close the bottle tightly after every use.
Left over control solution should not be added back into the control bottle.
Store control solution at room temperature, between 35.6°F - 86°F (2°C~30°C). Do not freeze.

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Running a Control Solution Test
You need the meter, a test strip, and control solution.
1. Put a test strip into the meter in
the direction of the arrow. The
meter will turn on automatically.
2. Press “▲” or “▼” , the display
shows “CtL” and the meter is
ready to run a control solution
test.
3. Place the meter on a flat
surface, like a table.
4. Remove the control solution
bottle cap and wipe the tip of
the bottle with a tissue.
5. Squeeze the bottle until a tiny
drop forms at the tip of the
bottle.
6. Touch the drop to the Blood
collection area at the end of the
test strip.
Do not put control solution on
top of the test strip.
When you hear the meter beep,
you have enough control solution
on the test strip.
The meter starts to count down
from 5 seconds and will show the
results.

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7. A result appears on the display. Don’t remove
the test strip yet.
Check if the reading falls within the range
printed on the test strip bottle.
8. Remove the test strip and throw it away
after you have compared the reading to the
range printed on the test strip bottle.

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Understanding Control Solution Test Results
The label on your test strip bottle shows the acceptable ranges for the Control Solutions. The result you get
should be inside this range. Make sure you compare the result to the correct level of control.
When the control solution result is inside the range on the test strip bottle, your test strips and your meter are
working properly.
If your control solution result is not inside the acceptable range (printed on your test strip bottle), here are
some things you can do to solve the problem: