1. Introducing Sentia™
General warnings and precautions
•When you use a new vial of strips, you may need to establish a WiFi
connection to the Internet so that the latest test strip calibration data can
be downloaded (see Page 9). You will need to download calibration data
every 3 months or so to stay up to date with the test strips we produce.
•Always follow the safety procedures and precautions listed here and
throughout this user guide.
•When connecting the analyzer to external devices (such as USB power
sources), ensure those devices are in compliance with local safety
regulations.
•The power supply that comes with your analyzer is for indoor use only.
•Only use Sentia™ test strips.
•Always store Sentia™ test strips according to the symbol on the vial
label: some of our strips require refrigeration – i.e. between 2 °C and
8 °C (35.6 °F and 46.4 °F).
•Always close the vial lid after a strip has been taken out.
•The Sentia™ analyzer contains a lithium-ion rechargeable battery which
must be treated with care:
oDo not attempt to access the battery; if your battery is not
performing adequately, contact Customer Support (see Page 38);
oDo not place the analyzer near a heat source or in a hot
environment (e.g. an automobile parked in the sun); and
oIf you suspect the battery may have been punctured, crushed or
damaged, contact Customer Support (see Page 38).
•Failure to follow the above battery care instructions could result in
serious injury or death due to a battery catching fire, exploding or leaking.
