OmniPod PODDER Firmware update

Omnipod®Patient
RESOURCE GUIDE
*Up to 72 hours of insulin delivery
SIMPLE, NONSTOP INSULIN
DELIVERY FOR PEOPLE WITH
DIABETES WHO INSIST LIFE
STILL COMES FIRST.
Katie R.
SINCE 2015
TM

Nathaniel P.
SINCE 2014
TM

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GET TO KNOW OMNIPOD®
INTRODUCTION ...............................................................................2
Welcome..........................................................................................................2
Supply List and Reorder ..........................................................................................3
The Pod...........................................................................................................4
The Personal Diabetes Manager (PDM) ..........................................................................5
Basal/Bolus ......................................................................................................6
Your Personal Pod Settings .......................................................................................7
Counting Carbohydrates ..........................................................................................8
OMNIPOD®INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................... 10
How to Change the Pod .........................................................................................10
Activate a New Pod ..............................................................................................11
Pod Placement/Prep/Tips.......................................................................................14
Additional Notes .................................................................................................16
Checking Blood Glucose. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Delivering a Bolus ..............................................................................................20
How to Suspend Insulin Delivery.................................................................................21
Important Tips and Reminders ..................................................................................22
OMNIPOD® ADVANCED FEATURES .......................................................24
Advanced Features: Bolus ...................................................................................... 24
Advanced Features: Basal ......................................................................................25
Advanced Features: Presets ....................................................................................26
TROUBLESHOOTING.......................................................................28
Hypoglycemia. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Sick Day Management.......................................................................................... 29
Hyperglycemia..................................................................................................30
Customizing Reminders and Alerts..............................................................................32
Making the Most of Your PDM ..................................................................................34
INSULET PROVIDED GLOOKO ............................................................36
ADDITIONAL NOTES ........................................................................38
This guide is intended to be used in conjunction with your Diabetes Management Plan, input from your
healthcare provider, and the Omnipod®Insulin Management System User Guide. PDM imagery is for
illustrative purposes only and should not be considered suggestions for user settings.
Refer to the Omnipod®Insulin Management System User Guide for complete information on how to use the
System, and for all related warnings and cautions. The Omnipod®Insulin Management System User Guide is
available online at myomnipod.com or by calling Customer Care (24 hours/7 days), at 800.591.3455.
Caution: Consult User Guide.
This guide is for PDM model UST400. The PDM model number is written on the back cover of each PDM.
Contact your local Omnipod®representative or visit myomnipod.com for more information.
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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WHAT’S DIFFERENT ABOUT
THE POD? SIMPLE.
Customer Care: 800.591.3455
From outside the US: 978.600.7850
myomnipod.com
In an emergency, you should call your healthcare provider
as well as an emergency contact.
Healthcare provider name Healthcare provider number
Emergency contact name Emergency contact number
Local Omnipod®Representative Representative contact number
Omnipod®is a simple system consisting of just 2 parts—the tubeless Pod and the
handheld Personal Diabetes Manager (PDM) that you keep nearby to wirelessly program
your insulin delivery. Made to be convenient and discreet, the Pod can provide up to
3 days of continuous insulin delivery and can be worn anywhere you would give yourself a
shot. Wear what you want, and do what you want. Omnipod®helps simplify insulin delivery,
so you can live your life and manage diabetes around it. That’s just part of what makes so
many people passionate Podders™.
Preparing to start on Omnipod®.
This guide will lead you through some of the key functions you may need to perform with
the Omnipod®Insulin Management System.
Have questions?
We’re here to help with our 24/7 comprehensive customer support
INTRODUCTION | Welcome

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+Be sure to inform your distributor of any
changes in your insurance coverage.
+If you have forgotten where your reorder
is coming from, you can find out in the
following ways:
–Check the shipping label on your last Pod
shipment
–Call your insurance and ask who
submitted the most recent claim for Pods
–Call the Insulet Customer Care line
Important Reorder Contacts:
+Insulet Customer Care:
800.591.3455 ext. 2
+Your Current Distributor
Distributor Phone
You should have the following supplies on hand at all times:
SUPPLIES/REORDER
+Several new, sealed Pods
+Extra, new PDM batteries (at least two
AAA alkaline)
+A vial of rapid-acting U-100 insulin
+Syringes or pens/needles for
injecting insulin
+Instructions from your healthcare
provider about how much insulin to inject
if delivery from the Pod is interrupted
+Blood glucose test strips
+Ketone test strips
+Lancing device and lancets
+Glucose tablets or another fast-acting
source of carbohydrate
+Alcohol prep swabs
+Glucagon emergency kit and written
instructions for giving an injection if you
are unconscious
+Additional Blood Glucose Meter
+Phone numbers for your healthcare
provider and/or doctor in case of an
emergency
Reorder Tips
+It is a good idea to call your Omnipod®
supplier (Insulet or other vendor) when you
open your last box of 10 Pods. This helps
ensure you will have enough supplies in
the event additional authorizations are
needed from your insurance.
+If your reorder is coming direct from
Insulet, you may be eligible for our
Autoship program which automatically
ships your Pods approximately every 90
days. You can call Insulet Customer Care
to inquire about enrollment.
+If your reorder is coming from an Insulet
authorized distributor, please call them
direct to inquire about shipping schedules
and options.
INTRODUCTION
Caution: Consult User Guide.
INTRODUCTION | Supply list and reorder

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THE POD
A small, lightweight Pod that’s easy to apply and wear daily.
BOTTOM
Viewing Window
Adhesive Backing
Needle Cap
Fill Port
TOP
INTRODUCTION | The Pod

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THE PDM
A wireless Personal Diabetes Manager (PDM) that’s easy to use.
MAIN MENU ITEMS
Bolus: Deliver bolus doses to cover
carbohydrates and/or correct high blood
glucose (BG) levels.
More actions:
+Change the Pod
+Add BG readings
+Assign/edit BG tags
+Food library
Temp basal: Adjust insulin delivery for
exercise or illness according to your
Diabetes Management Plan. This menu
item is present only if the Temp basal
option is turned on.
My records: Review insulin delivery, blood
glucose history, alarm history, carbohydrate
history, and personal user information.
Settings:
+Enter, edit, and name basal programs
+Program temp basal, carbohydrate, and
bolus presets
+Customize system settings
Suspend: Temporarily suspend, cancel, or
resume insulin delivery programs
INTRODUCTION
USB Port
Soft Key Labels
Soft Keys
Home/Power
Color LCD Screen
User Info/Support
Up/Down Controller
Test Strip Port with Light
INTRODUCTION | The PDM

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Caution: Consult User Guide.
BASAL INSULIN DELIVERY
What is a basal rate?
Your body needs a small amount of insulin that’s
constantly delivered throughout the day, called
basal insulin. The exact amount of insulin your
body needs changes often depending on:
+What you’re doing throughout the day
+How stressed you are
+When you eat
+When you’re sick
Omnipod®lets you personalize
your basal rates.
When you first set up your Omnipod®, a Certified
Pod Trainer will assist you in programming your
DELIVERING BOLUS INSULIN DOSES
What is a bolus dose?
A bolus is an extra dose of insulin, delivered when
needed to: match the carbohydrates in a meal or
snack and/or to lower your blood glucose when
it gets too high. There are two types of bolus
doses:
+Meal bolus
With Omnipod®, you can deliver either a
normal or an extended meal bolus.
–A normal meal bolus usually delivers
enough insulin for a meal or snack you are
about to eat
–An extended meal bolus delivers insulin
over a longer period of time. When you
eat foods high in fat and/or protein or are
eating over a long period of time, such as
at a party, you might need an extended
meal bolus.
+Correction bolus
A correction bolus can be delivered with
or without a meal bolus if you need to lower
your blood glucose level.
Omnipod®will help to deliver your
bolus doses.
A Certified Pod Trainer will assist you in programming
your PDM to deliver the bolus doses that are
determined by your healthcare provider when you first
set up your Omnipod®. As your insulin needs change,
you can later adjust these settings.
Calculate bolus
insulin doses.
Omnipod®also features a Suggested Bolus
Calculator to help you deliver an accurate bolus
dose. The calculator uses your current blood
glucose, carbs entered, and your insulin on board
(IOB) to determine a suggested bolus dose.
*Be sure to check with your healthcare provider before adjusting these settings.
†Smart Pumping For People with Diabetes, A Practical Approach to Mastering the
Insulin Pump, Howard Wolpert, MD, Editor. American Diabetes Association.
PDM to deliver the basal rates that are determined
by your healthcare provider. If you need to adjust
your settings, you have up to 24 time intervals per
basal program. You can have up to 7 basal programs.*
For more information about the Suggested Bolus Calculator, see Chapter 4,
Understanding and Delivering Bolus Doses, in your Omnipod®Insulin Management
System User Guide.
BOLUS
B
BOLUS BOLUS
BASAL
L D
Insulin Delivery with a Pump vs Normal Insulin Release**
Noon
Insulin
Levels
Midnight
Rapid-acting Insulin
Diagram of Natural Insulin Release
†
INTRODUCTION | Basal/Bolus

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INTRODUCTION
YOUR PERSONAL POD SETTINGS
It is always a good idea to keep a copy of your Pod settings handy in the event you have to
set up another PDM.
Your healthcare provider will provide you with your initial start rates as well as any future changes.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to start or make any changes to your PDM settings without formal instruction from your
healthcare provider.
Date ____________________________
1. Maximum Basal Rate ______U/h
2. Basal 1 12:00 AM to ______ ______U/hr
______ to ______ ______U/hr
______ to ______ ______U/hr
______ to ______ ______U/hr
3. Temporary Basal Rate % U/h Off
4. BG Sounds On Off
5. BG Goal Limits Lower Limit _______mg/dL
Upper Limit _______mg/dL
6. Suggested Bolus Calculator On Off
7. Target BG 12:00 AM to ______ Target ________ Correct Above ______mg/dL
______ to ______ Target ________ Correct Above ______mg/dL
______ to ______ Target ________ Correct Above ______mg/dL
8. Min BG – for bolus calculations ______ mg/dL
9. Insulin to Carb Ratio 12:00 AM to ______ ______g/carb
______ to ______ ______g/carb
______ to ______ ______g/carb
______ to ______ ______g/carb
10. Correction Factor 12:00 AM to ______ ______mg/dL
______ to ______ ______mg/dL
______ to ______ ______mg/dL
______ to ______ ______mg/dL
11. Reverse Correction On Off
12. Duration of Insulin Action ______ hours
13. Bolus Increment 0.05 U 0.10 U 0.50 U 1.00 U
14. Maximum Bolus ______U
15. Extended Bolus % Units Off
16. Low Volume Reservoir Alert ______U
17. Expiration Alert ______hours
1 unit of insulin decreases BG by
INTRODUCTION | Your personal Pod settings

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WHY CARBOHYDRATES MATTER
Carbohydrates are important because they provide
us with energy and essential vitamins and minerals.
Proteins and fats also contain calories, vitamins,
and minerals, but do not contain carbohydrates
unless the food is a mixed item like a casserole.
Carbohydrates are the primary foods that affect
glucose levels. Nearly 100% of digestible starches
and sugars become glucose within 2 hours of being
eaten—when glucose enters your blood stream, it
raises your blood glucose levels.
Proteins and fats take longer to digest and are
slower to affect your blood glucose (within 2-6
hours). Higher consumption of protein or fat at
meals can delay glucose absorption and create
higher blood glucose levels later*. The section
“Omnipod®Advanced Features” will teach you
more about bolusing for certain meals with the
Omnipod®Insulin Management System.
Complex carbohydrates include starchy foods
and foods with fiber like whole grain pasta, beans,
brown rice, or whole wheat bread. Choosing
less processed, whole grain products is not only
more nutritious, but the fiber can have a favorable
affect on your blood glucose and digestive health.
Simple carbohydrates include table sugar,
honey, syrups, regular soda, fruit juice, jellies and
candies. These foods are digested easier and
are absorbed into your blood stream faster than
complex carbohydrates.
Impact on blood glucose levels.
*Source: Jenkins, DJA, Wolever TMS, et al. Glycemic index of foods: a physiological basis
for carbohydrate exchange. Am J Clin Nutr. 1981;34:362-366.
The American Dietetic Association www.eatright.org
0.0
High fiber: Starch: 2.5 hrs.
Protein: 2-5 hrs.
Fats/Oils: 4-6 hrs.
0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0 3.5 4.0
Time
Blood glucose
Fruit: 1/2 hr.
Starch: 2 hrs.
*
INTRODUCTION | Counting carbohydrates

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Know your favorites.
For a more extensive list, visit the USDA Food Composition Databases
https://ndb.nal.usda.gov/ndb/search/list.
INTRODUCTION
Food
Category Food Serving Size Carbohydrate
Grams
Breads
White or wheat bread 2 slices (2 oz) 25 - 30
Hotdog or hamburger bun 1 whole (2 oz) 25
Bagel 1 whole (3-4
oz) 52
Dinner roll whole wheat 1 roll (1 oz) 15
Saltine crackers 5 crackers 11
Flour tortilla 1 tortilla (8"
dia.) 25
Corn tortilla 1 tortilla (6"
dia.) 13
Cereals/
Grains/
Pasta
White or brown rice cooked 2/3 cup 30
Pasta cooked 1 cup 38
Dry cereal (Plain Cheerios) 1 cup 20
Instant oatmeal - reg cooked with
water 1 packet 20
Grits cooked with water 1 cup 32
Starchy
Vegetables
Corn 1 cup 35
Mashed potatoes 1 cup 35
Baked potato 3-4" diameter 1 large (10 oz) 64
Mixed vegetables 1 cup 15
Dried beans,
Peas, Lentil
Cooked black beans 1/2 cup 20
Cooked peas 1/2 cup 12
Cooked chickpeas 1/2 cup 16
Cooked lentils 1/2 cup 20
Food
Category Food Serving Size Carbohydrate
Grams
Fruit and
Fruit Juices
Apple 1 small (4 oz) 17
Banana 1 small (6") 23
Watermelon 1 cup 12
Strawberries 1 cup halves 12
Grapes 1 cup 27
Canned fruits (in juice) 1 cup 28
Apple, orange, grapefruit or
pineapple juice 1/2 cup (4 oz) 15
Cranberry, grape or prune juice 1/2 cup (4 oz) 20
Milk and
Milk
Products
Low-Fat Milk (fat-free, 2%, whole) 1 cup (8 oz) 12
Plain low-fat yogurt 1 cup (8 oz) 16
Plain low-fat greek yogurt 1 cup (8 oz) 8
Sweets,
Desserts &
Snacks
Regular soda 1 can (12 oz) 38
Vanilla Ice cream (regular) 1/2 cup 15 - 20
Vanilla wafers 8 cookies 22
Graham crackers 8 crackers
(1 oz) 27
Popcorn (regular, microwave) 1 cup popped 5
Potato chips (plain, lightly salted) 1 oz (15 chips) 15
WHY CARBOHYDRATES MATTER Check the label.
The two key pieces of information on the nutrition facts label for carb counting are the
serving size and total carbohydrates.
For more detailed label information, visit the Taking a Closer Look at Labels video at
www.diabetes.org/food-and-fitness.
Serving Size: The portion for which nutritional facts are calculated.
Total Carbohydrates: Includes grams of sugar, sugar alcohol,
starch, and dietary fiber.
Fiber: If there are more than 5 grams of fiber in a serving, subtract
half of the grams of fiber from the total carbs and use the adjusted
number as the food’s total carb count.
Added Sugars: Sugars that are either added during processing
or packaging.
21 servings per container
Serving size 2 crackers (14g)
Amount per serving
Calories
60
Nutrition Facts
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1.5g 2%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Sodium 70 mg 3%
Total Carbohydrate 10g 3%
Dietary Fiber Less than 1g 3%
Total Sugars 1g
Includes 1g Added Sugars 2%
Protein 2g
Vitamin A 0mcg 0%
Vitamin C 0mg 0%
Iron 10mg 2%
Calcium 0mg 0%
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a
serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories
a day is used for general nutrition advice
Source: US Food and Drug Administration Website
INTRODUCTION | Counting carbohydrates

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HOW TO CHANGE THE POD
You may need to change the Pod:
+When the reservoir is low or empty, or the Pod is nearing expiration
+In response to an alarm
+If the Pod/cannula has become dislodged
+If you have a blood glucose reading of 250 mg/dL or more and ketones are present
+If you experience unexpected elevated blood glucose levels
+As directed by your healthcare provider
+If a Pod is active and fails to beep
1. Turn on the PDM. Press the Home/
Power button, then select More
actions.
2. Select Change Pod.
3. Press Confirm to deactivate the Pod.
Gently remove the deactivated Pod by
slowly peeling back the adhesive. (Our
users have reported commercial solvent
or baby oil can be helpful to soften the
adhesive if necessary.)
4. Press Ye s to activate a new Pod. Follow
the steps on pages 11 and 12 in this
guide to fill a new Pod with insulin. As
you proceed, if the PDM screen times
out, press and hold the Home/Power
button to turn it back on.
If the PDM screen times out during the process, press and hold the Home/Power button to continue.
3:00p 5/15
Bolus
More actions
Temp basal
My records
Settings
Suspend
Status Select
3:00p 5/15
Change pod
Add BG reading
Assign/Edit BG tags
View food library
Back Select
3:00p 5/15
Press “Confirm” to
begin the pod change
process.
This will deactivate your
current pod.
Back Confirm
3:00p 5/15
Last BG 150 mg/dL
2:51p today
Last bolus 5.00 u
3:00p today
IOB 5.00 u
No Yes
No active pod.
Would you like to
activate a pod now?
3:00p 5/15
Pod deactivated.
Remove and discard
the pod, and then press
“Next.”
Next
Confirm
OMNIPOD®INSTRUCTIONS | How to change the Pod

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OMNIPOD®INSTRUCTIONS
ACTIVATE A NEW POD
1. Fill the Pod
+Assemble the following supplies:
–Vial of insulin at room temperature (U-100,
rapid-acting), See User Guide for insulins
tested and found to be safe for use with the
Omnipod®Insulin Management System
–One sealed Pod
–PDM
–Alcohol prep swab
+Wash your hands.
1.1 +Remove the Pod from its
sterile packaging.
+Use the alcohol prep swab to
clean the top of the insulin vial.
+Assemble the fill syringe
by twisting the needle onto
the syringe.
CAUTION:
Do not use any other type of needle or filling device besides the fill syringe provided with each Pod.
1.3 +Draw air into the fill syringe
equal to the amount of insulin
indicated in your Diabetes
Management Plan.
+Depress air into the vial
of insulin.
+Turn the vial and syringe
upside down.
+Withdraw insulin from the vial
and fill the syringe with the
amount of insulin indicated in
your Diabetes Management
Plan; fill at least to the MIN
line.
+Remove any air bubbles from
the syringe.
1.2 +Remove the protective cap.
WARNING:
+NEVER inject air into the fill port. Doing so may result in unintended or interrupted insulin delivery
+NEVER use a Pod if you hear a crackling noise or feel resistance when you depress the plunger.
These conditions can result in interrupted insulin delivery
OMNIPOD®INSTRUCTIONS | Activate a new Pod

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If the PDM screen times out during the process, press and hold the Home/Power button to continue.
2. Apply the Pod
3:00p 5/15
Fill a new pod with
insulin.
After filling pod, listen
for 2 beeps, then press
“Next.”
NOTE: Do not remove
needle cap at this time.
Cancel Next
2.1 +Select the infusion site, being
careful to avoid areas where
the Pod will be affected
by folds of skin. Refer to
the figures on page 14 of
this guide for sites your
healthcare provider may
recommend and placement
tips.
3:00p 5/15
Prepare infusion site.
Remove pod’s needle
cap.
If cannula sticks out
as shown below, press
“Discard”
Next
Discard
2. +For optimal adhesion, always
clean the site thoroughly with
an alcohol swab to remove all
body oils and lotions, which may
loosen the Pod’s adhesive. Let
the site air-dry completely; do
not blow on the site to dry it.
2.3 +Remove Pod’s the needle
cap.
1.4 +Insert the needle straight
down into the fill port on
the underside of the Pod.
To ensure proper fill, do not
insert fill syringe at an angle
into the fill port.
+Completely empty the syringe
into the Pod.
+The Pod will beep twice,
indicating that the System is
ready to proceed.
1.5 +Return to the PDM. If the PDM
screen times out, press and hold
the Home/Power button to turn it
back on. Place the PDM next to the
Pod so they are touching.
+Press Next.
+The PDM establishes a
one-to-one relationship with the
Pod, which will prevent it from
communicating with any other
Pod while this Pod is active.
Once the Pod successfully
completes its priming and safety
checks, the PDM will beep.
OMNIPOD®INSTRUCTIONS | Activate a new Pod

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OMNIPOD®INSTRUCTIONS
If the PDM screen times out during the process, press and hold the Home/Power button to continue.
3. Press start
3.1 +The Pod automatically inserts
the cannula and delivers a
prime bolus to fill the cannula
with insulin. It takes a few
seconds to complete this
process. Release the skin
after the cannula inserts.
3.2 +Once complete, the PDM
indicates that the Pod is active
and asks you to check the
infusion site.
+Look through the Pod’s viewing
window, if properly inserted,
press yes. Press No if you see a
problem with the cannula.
3.3 +The PDM will generate
an automatic reminder to
check your blood glucose
1.5 hours after each Pod
change.
2.4 +Carefully remove white paper
backing from the adhesive,
ensuring the adhesive is clean
and intact.
3:00p 5/15
Remove pod’s adhesive
backing
If pod is wet or dirty, or
adhesive is folded, press
“Discard.”
If pod OK, apply to site.
Back Next
Discard
3:00p 5/15
Press “Start” to insert
cannula and begin basal
delivery.
Start
3:00p 5/15
Pod is active.
“basal 1” has been
programmed.
Check infusion site and
cannula.
Is cannula properly
inserted?
No Yes
3:00p 5/15
Reminder:
Always check BG after a
pod change.
Check infusion site and
ensure cannula is
properly inserted.
OK
2.5 +Remove and discard the
white paper backing from
the adhesive.
2.6 +Apply the Pod to the selected site.
+Run your finger around the
adhesive to secure it.
+Press Next on the PDM.
+To facilitate insertion, place one
hand over the Pod and make
a wide pinch around the skin
surrounding the viewing window;
this step is critical if the insertion
site does not have much
fatty tissue.
WARNING:
+The PDM will generate an automatic reminder to check your blood glucose 1.5 hours after each Pod change. If the cannula is not
properly inserted, hyperglycemia may result. Verify there is no wetness or scent of insulin, which may indicate the cannula has dislodged.
+ NEVER inject insulin (or anything else) into the fill port while the Pod is on your body. Doing so may result in unintended or
interrupted insulin delivery.
+Verify cannula does not extend beyond adhesive backing once needle cap is removed.
OMNIPOD®INSTRUCTIONS | Activate a new Pod

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MAKING OMNIPOD®A
PERFECT FIT IN YOUR WORLD
It’s easy to find a place for your Pod. And your Pod is tubeless and lightweight, so you can wear it
with freedom.
Where to wear your Pod.
It’s important to choose a new area every time when placing your Pod to avoid site overuse, which
could result in variable absorption. The new area should be at least 1 inch away from the previous
one, 2 inches away from the navel and not over a mole, scar, or tattoo, where insulin absorption may
be reduced. Be sure to put your Pod somewhere you’ll be comfortable—avoid sites where belts,
waistbands, or tight clothing may rub against, disturb, or dislodge the Pod.
How to place your Pod.
Arm and leg
Position the Pod vertically or at a slight angle.
Back, abdomen, and buttocks
Position the Pod horizontally or at a slight angle.
Pinching up
This step is important if
your Pod location is very
lean or doesn’t have much
fatty tissue. Place your hand
over the Pod and make a
wide pinch around your skin
surrounding the viewing
window. Then press the
Start button on the PDM.
You can let go when the
cannula inserts.
Front Back
Abdomen Back
Arm
Buttock
Thigh Leg
Front Back
Arm
Buttock
Leg Leg
WARNING:
Occlusions may result in lean areas if you do not use this technique.
OMNIPOD®INSTRUCTIONS | Pod placement/prep/tips

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OMNIPOD®INSTRUCTIONS
FEEL COMFORTABLE AND CONFIDENT
How to secure and remove your Pod.
Below are more ways to help secure and remove your Pod.* These tips from Podders™, nurses,
and doctors can help you stay tube and worry-free.
Prepping for your Pod.
Remember to stay cool and be cool (dry and not sweating) when it’s time to change your Pod.
Here are more potential sticking points:
Trouble
with… Problem Solutions
Oily skin Residue from soap, lotion, shampoo or conditioner
can prevent your Pod from staying secure.
Clean the area thoroughly with alcohol before applying
your Pod—and be sure to let your skin air-dry.
Damp skin Dampness gets in the way of adhesion. Towel off and allow your skin to air-dry; do not blow on it.
Body hair A lot of hair will prevent the Pod from
sticking securely.
Clip or shave the area with a razor to create a smooth
surface for your Pod to stick to. Do this 24 hours before
putting on your Pod to prevent irritation.
Helpful Products
Experienced Podders™ have reported using the following products to help with comfortable Pod wear.
Preparing your skin
+BD Alcohol Swab - www.bd.com
+Hibiclens - www.amazon.com
Helping the Pod stick
Adhesives and more.
+Bard®Protective Barrier Film:
www.bardmedical.com
+Torbot Skin Tac™: www.torbot.com
+AllKare®Wipe: www.convatec.com
+Mastisol®: www.amazon.com
+Hollister Medical Adhesive: www.amazon.com
Protecting your skin
Prevent irritation with barriers and banners.
+Bard®Protective Barrier Film:
www.bardmedical.com
+Torbot Skin Tac™: www.torbot.com
+AllKare®Wipe: www.convatec.com
+Hollister Skin Gel Protective Dressing Wipes:
www.amazon.com
+3M™Cavilon™No String Barrier Film:
www.3m.com
Holding the Pod in place
Keep your Pod even more secure with tapes
and bands.
+Mefix®2" Tape: www.amazon.com
+3M™Coban™Self-Adherent Wrap: www.3m.com
+Bands 4 Life Arm and Thigh Bands:
www.bands4life.net
Removing your Pod gently
Use a soft touch with moisturizers and removers.
+Baby Oil/Baby Oil Gel: www.johnsonsbaby.com
+UNI-SOLVE◊Adhesive Remover: www.amazon.com
+Detachol®: www.amazon.com
+Torbot TacAway Adhesive Remover: www.amazon.com
(After removing your Pod, clean area with warm,
soapy water and rinse well to remove any residue
still on your skin.)
*Insulet has not tested any of these products to work with the Pod and does not endorse the use of
these products with the Pod. These recommendations have been shared with Insulet by other Insulet
customers whose needs, preferences and situations may differ from yours. Consult with your doctor
prior to the use of any of these products with the Pod.
The third-party trademarks used herein are trademarks of their respective owners.
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ADDITIONAL NOTES

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CHECKING YOUR BLOOD
GLUCOSE LEVELS
OMNIPOD®INSTRUCTIONS
How often do I need to check my glucose?
You can use the built-in FreeStyle blood glucose meter to check
your blood glucose levels as often as you need to. However, you may
want to check your blood glucose levels at least a few times a day,
in particular:
+When you feel symptoms like weakness, sweating,
nervousness, headaches, or confusion
+When you have delayed a meal after taking insulin
+When your healthcare provider advises you to do so
How do I check my glucose levels with
FreeStyle and Omnipod®?
Checking your blood glucose levels with the FreeStyle meter requires
just a small amount of blood—only 0.3 microliters. However the
first step involves knowing the anatomy of your lancing device.
NOTE: to make sure your results are accurate, be sure to wash your hands and the test
site with soap and water. Make sure all cream and lotion is removed and dry thoroughly.
WARNING:
Measurements obtained from alternate site testing should not be used to calculate insulin doses with Omnipod Insulin Management System.
Caution: Consult User Guide.
Lancing device depicted is
representative only. Please
follow the instructions
included with your specific
lancing device.
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Lancing Button
Cocking/Release Slider
Depth Setting Dial
Depth Setting Indicator Window
Lancet Device Cap
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Prepare your lancing device in 3 easy steps.
1. Snap off the cap of the lancing device at an angle, and
insert a new lancet firmly into the white holder cup. This action
may cock the device, which is fine.
2. With one hand, hold the lancet in place while twisting off
the rounded top with your other hand. Then replace the cap
until it snaps back into place. Make sure you do not touch the
exposed needle.
3. Set the Depth Setting; the lancing device offers 9 different
settings (including half settings). Level 1 is the shallowest depth;
Level 5 is the deepest. Use a lower number to lance. Pull back
the the grey slider until it clicks. (You may have already cocked the
device in step 1)
You’re now ready to test!
Lancing device depicted is representive only. Please follow the instructions included with your specific
lancing device.
Testing your glucose level.
1. Insert your test strip and set the code
a. Insert a new test strip into the test strip port at the bottom of the
PDM until it stops. Make sure you insert only the top end of the strip.
+To help you see the test strip port in reduced lighting, press
the middle soft key labeled Light. To turn the light off, press
Light again.
b. The PDM will display a code number once you insert the strip.
This code must match the code on the side of the vial to ensure
test accuracy. To change this code, just press the Up/Down
Controller to change the numbers until they match.
WARNING:
The code number
on the screen must
match the code
number on the side
of your test strip vial.
They must always
match or your results
will be inaccurate.
1. From some PDM screens, you cannot access the FreeStyle blood glucose meter. For example, you cannot use the meter while you are activating a Pod or when an
alert, alarm, or communication error screen is displayed. In these cases, if you insert a test strip, the PDM beeps to alert you.
2. If you do not start the test within 2 minutes, the PDM powers off. To restart the PDM, take out the unused strip and reinsert it, or simply press and hold the Power
button to turn on the PDM.
3. If you need to adjust the code number after the PDM has moved to the next screen, just press Up/Down Controller buttons. The code screen reappears and you can
adjust the number. The code number remains on the PDM screen for your reference until you have completed the BG test.
Top
Bottom
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Enter code.
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