Roche CoaguChek XS System User manual

Step by Step Guide
How to get started with the C o aguChek
® XS
Follow these steps to get started using the meter:
1. Watch the CoaguChek XS System Training DVD. It will help you get
comfortable with the CoaguChek XS meter and the testing procedure.
2. Read the Accu -Chek® Softclix lancet device package insert.
3. With this CoaguChek XS System Getting Started guide by the meter,
follow the steps to perform your first test.
Then, as necessary, refer to the User Manual or
Quick Reference Guide:
The CoaguChek XS System User Manual for Patient Self-Testing is a
comprehensive guide to the meter and test strips. It is designed to
provide answers to your questions about the meter’s operation and
use. The User Manual (version 3) accompanies every XS meter
purchase. Also, see the test strip package insert for more information.
Installing Batteries & Setup
1. Open Compartment
Open the battery compartment
on the back of the meter.
2. Insert Batteries
Insert 4 AAA batteries according
to the diagram inside the battery
compartment.
Right after you insert the batteries, set the date and time.
The date and time settings are important. Each time you run a test, the
meter compares its date with the test strip’s expiration date. If the test
strip is expired, the meter displays an error message and prevents you
from running a test.
Whenever you put batteries in the meter, it automatically goes to Setup
mode (where you set the date and time). You can also go to Setup mode
at any time by pressing the SET button ( ).
Setting Date & Time
1. Start Setup
To set the date and time, use
these buttons: to change a
setting and (SET) to accept
a setting.
If the meter is not already in
Setup mode, press .
The date format flashes in the
upper right corner.
2. Set Date
Press . The year flashes.
to change the year then
to change the month
then .
to change the day then .
The time format flashes in the
upper left corner.
3. Set Time
Press . The hour flashes.
to change the hour then .
to change the minutes
then .
Power the meter off .
4. Check Display
Press and hold the ON-OFF
button .
Make sure all the letters,
numbers, and symbols on
the display appear correctly.
Review The Meter’s Display
section in the User Manual to
review the full display.
Release .
Power the meter off .
Preparing for a Test
1. Gather Items
• CoaguChek XS meter
• Container of test strips
• Test strip code chip
• CoaguChek XS Softclix lancet
device and yellow lancet
2. Match Code
The code number on the test strip
container and the code chip must
match.
Each box of test strips comes with
a matching code chip. Every time
you open a new box of test strips,
you must replace the code chip.
3. Insert Code Chip
Make sure the meter is off.
With the code number facing up,
insert the code chip into the code
chip slot until it snaps into place.
4. Prepare Lancet Device
Pull the cap off the lancet device.
Insert a new yellow lancet. Twist
off the lancet’s protective cap.
Put the cap back on the lancet
device. Line up the notches for the
cap to fit.
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Step by Step Guide
How to complete the test with the C o aguChek
® XS
Please review these tips for
getting a good drop of blood.
3. Insert Test Strip
Slide the test strip into the test
strip guide in the direction of the
arrows until it stops.
The meter powers on.
The code number of the inserted
code chip flashes on the display.
Increasing the blood flow in your
finger will help you get a good
drop of blood:
• Warm your hand. Hold it under
your arm, use a hand warmer,
and/or wash with warm water.
• Let your arm hang by your side.
• Massage your finger from its
base.
Use these techniques until your
fingertip has good colour.
4. Match Code
Confirm that the number displayed
matches the number on the test
strip container, then press .
If the numbers are different, first
make sure that the correct code
chip is inserted. If the numbers
still don’t match, call the Roche
careline on 0808 100 7666
(ROI 1 800 992 868) and select the
technical support option.
An hourglass appears as the
meter warms up. When the meter
is warmed up, a flashing test strip
and blood drop appear and the
meter begins a countdown.
1. Wash Hands
Wash your hands in warm,
soapy water.
Make sure your fingertip is
thoroughly dry.
5. Collect Sample
Set the penetration depth to
required level.
Press the plunger. A yellow dot
appears in the release button.
Massage your finger until you see
increased colour in your fingertip.
Keeping your hand lower than
chest height, press the tip of the
lancet device firmly against the
side of your fingertip. Press the
release button.
2. Get Ready
Take a test strip out of the
container.
Close the container tightly.
Note: You have 10 minutes to use
a test strip once you remove it
from the container.
6. Get a Good Blood Drop
Gently squeeze from the base of
the finger to develop a hanging
drop of blood.
After lancing your fingertip, you
have 15 seconds to apply the
blood to the side of the test strip.
7. Apply Sample Until
Meter Beeps
Find the target area on the test
strip. Apply blood to the test strip
from the side.
It’s important to hold the blood
drop to the test strip until you hear
a beep.
The hourglass appears when the
blood test begins. Then, pull your
finger away from the test strip.
Remember to apply only one drop
of blood—don’t add more. Do not
touch or remove the test strip
when a test is in progress.
The result appears in about
1 minute.
8. Record Result
Record your result. The meter can
store up to 100 results.
Call your doctor and/or the service
provider that provides your test
strips and the handling of your test
results.
Note: If during testing the meter
displays an error message, refer to
the Error Messages section of the
User Manual for what to do next.
9. Clean Up
Remove the lancet from the lancet
device. Place the used test strip
and lancet in a punctureproof
container with a lid.
Press . The meter powers off.
If the meter is dirty, wipe it clean
with a lint-free tissue and an
approved cleaning solution.
Note: See Cleaning the Meter
in the User Manual for more
information.
Step by Step Guide based on
User Manual Version 3
Freephone care line 0808 100 7666 (ROI 1 800 992 868) or visit shop.coaguchek.com
COAGUCHEK®, BECAUSE IT’S MY LIFE® and SOFTCLIX® are trademarks of Roche.
© 2015 Roche Diagnostics Limited. All rights reserved. Roche Diagnostics Limited, Charles Avenue, Burgess Hill, RH15 9RY, UK. Company registration number: 9055599