Beurer GL32 Instructions For Use Manual
GL32
GB
BLOOD SUGAR
MEASURING DEVICE
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Beurer GmbH ● Söflinger Straße 218 ● 89077 Ulm ● Germany
Phone: +49 800 6645222
● E-mail: kd@beurer.de ● www.beurer-medical.de
mg/dL
instructions for use
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Contents: Blood Sugar Measuring Device GL32 mg/dL
1 About Your Beurer Blood Sugar Measuring Device ............2
1.1 Delivery scope, replacement parts and accessories .................................2
1.2 Functions of the device .............................................................................3
1.3 Signs and symbols ....................................................................................4
2 Safety information and warnings...........................................5
3 Description of Device and Accessories ................................8
3.1 Lancing device and needle lancets ...........................................................8
3.2 Blood sugar measuring device .................................................................. 8
3.3 Test strips................................................................................................11
4 Using the Device for the First Time and Basic Settings....13
4.1 Inserting and replacing the batteries .......................................................13
4.2 Basic settings ..........................................................................................13
5 Measuring Your Blood Sugar...............................................14
5.1 Obtaining a blood sample........................................................................15
5.2 Measuring the blood sugar value ............................................................18
5.3 Evaluating the measured value ............................................................... 19
5.4 Function test using control solution ......................................................... 21
6 The Measured Value Memory ...............................................24
6.1 Displaying individual values ....................................................................24
6.2 Displaying average values ......................................................................25
6.3 Deleting the measured value memory.....................................................26
6.4 Transferring measured values to a PC.................................................... 27
7 Storage and Maintenance .....................................................29
8 Troubleshooting ....................................................................29
9 Technical Details GL32 mg/dL .............................................31
10 Guarantee and Customer Service........................................33
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1 ABOUT YOUR BEURER BLOOD SUGAR MEASURING DEVICE
Read these instructions for use and all accompanying information material carefully and
thoroughly before performing your first blood sugar measurement. Store the operating
instructions in a safe place where they can be accessed by other users.
1.1 Delivery scope, replacement parts and accessories
Inspect the Beurer GL32 mg/dL measuring system to ensure that the packaging is
undamaged and the contents are complete:
A 1 GL32 mg/dL blood sugar measuring device
B 10 test strips
C 1 lancing device with AST cap for taking blood samples from alternative sites
D 10 sterile needle lancets
E 1 practical carry case
F 2 x 1.5 V AAA alkaline batteries (contained in the carry case)
These instructions for use, additional information material
If the box has sustained extensive damage or if any contents are missing, please return
the system to the retailer.
The blood sugar measuring device, test strips and control solution (available to purchase
separately) are all designed to be used together. You should therefore only use the test
strips and control solution intended for use with this device.
Note
Only use the manufacturer's original accessories.
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Replacement parts and additional accessories
Test strips, control solution and lancets are also available for purchase without a prescription.
Item REF
50 test strips REF 464.00
MEDIUM control solution REF 457.02
100 needle lancets REF 457.01
Beurer GL32, GL34, BGL60 PC kit
(connecting cable, drivers and
test software)
REF 462.10
1.2 Functions of the device
This device is intended for measuring the blood sugar content of human blood. It is suitable for self-testing and does not have to be encoded. Using this measuring device, you
can quickly and easily:
• display and save your measured values (mg/dL).
• display your average blood sugar measurements from the last 7, 14, 21, 28, 60 and 90
days.
• set the time in 24-hour format and set the date (day and month).
• upload your stored measured values to a PC for evaluation (additional accessories
required).
The measuring device also features the following control functions:
• Warning if the temperature is unsuitable.
• Battery change reminder when battery power is low.
Note
• This device is only to be used for regular monitoring and not for the diagnosis of diabetes.
• Discuss your insulin dose with your doctor.
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1.3 Signs and symbols
The symbols on the packaging and the nameplate of the measuring device and accessories have the following meaning:
In-vitro diagnostics
Manufacturer
Serial number
Refer to instructions for
use
Temperature range +4°C to
+40°C
Not for reuse/For single use
only
PCT: Certification for
products exported to the
Russian Federation and
CIS countries
Expiry date
Green Dot: German
recycling system
Maximum shelf life after
opening in months
Contents sufficient for
<n> tests
Lot number
/Art.-Nr.
Order number
Sterilised by radiation
(lancets)
Unit of measure for
blood sugar value
Caution, refer to accompanying documents
Biohazard, risk of infection
The following symbols are used in the instructions for use:
WARNING
Warning: Risk of injury or danger to health.
CAUTION
Safety notice referring to possible damage to the measuring device/accessories.
Note
Important information to be noted.
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2 SAFETY INFORMATION AND WARNINGS
Risk of infection
All components of the measuring device and accessories may come into contact
with human blood, and are therefore a possible source of infection.
WARNING
• This measuring device must display the blood sugar content in
mg/dL.The unit of measure mg/dL follows the blood sugar value. If
your device does not display mg/dL, contact customer services immediately. You risk damaging your health if you perform a blood sugar measurement using an unfamiliar unit of measure, since values
may be interpreted incorrectly and cause the wrong corrective measures to be taken.
• This measuring device must only be used by one person. There is a risk of
infection if the same device is used by more than one person.
• The lancing device is intended for self-testing. Never share the lancing
device or needle lancet with another person (risk of infection).
• Use a new sterile needle lancet for each blood sample (for single use only).
Measuring
WARNING
• The measured values you determine are useful for information purposes
only – they are not intended to replace consultation with your doctor. Discuss your blood sugar values with your doctor on a regular basis. Do not
change any aspects of your treatment unless instructed by your doctor.
• Dehydration or loss of fluids, for example, through sweating, can lead to
incorrect results.
• A very high or very low haematocrit value (proportion of red blood cells)
can lead to incorrect measurements. With a very high haematocrit value
(over 60%), the displayed blood sugar value may be too low. If you have a
very low haematocrit value (below 20%), the blood sugar value may be too
high. If you do not know your haematocrit value, ask your doctor.
• Do not use the test strips to take blood sugar measurements of newborn
infants.
• Metabolites such as uric acid, ascorbic acid, acetaminophen (paracetamol),
dopa, methyldopa, L-dopa, and tolbutamide do not influence the results if
they are present within the physiological value range.
• Lipemia effects: Elevated blood triglyceride levels of up to 2000 mg/dL
rarely influence the results. Above this level, however, the blood sugar test
may be affected.
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• Only use fresh capillary whole blood. Do not use serum or plasma.
• Use capillary blood obtained without squeezing the puncture site. When
squeezed, the blood is diluted with lymph from the tissues and therefore
leads to an incorrect measurement result.
• Do not use the test strips at an altitude above 3275 m.
Note
The Beurer GL32 mg/dL measuring system is designed for measuring
capillary whole blood.
Storage and maintenance
WARNING
• Store the measuring device and accessories out of the reach of young
children. Small parts such as the needle lancets, batteries or test strips
may be harmful if swallowed. If parts are swallowed, seek medical advice
immediately.
• The test strip container contains a desiccant that may cause skin or eye
irritations if inhaled or swallowed. Keep the container out of reach of young
children.
Batteries/Saving measured values
WARNING
• Batteries may be fatal if swallowed. Therefore, always store batteries out of
the reach of young children. If a battery is swallowed, seek medical advice
immediately.
• Do not throw batteries into a fire: Risk of explosion.
CAUTION
• Remove the batteries if they have run out or if the device is not used for a
long period of time. This prevents any damage that may be caused by
leaking batteries.
• Do not charge the batteries or reactivate them using other means. Do not
disassemble or short-circuit the batteries.
• Do not use rechargeable batteries.
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Note
• The stored blood sugar values remain saved during a battery change. The
date and time are retained during battery replacement and if the batteries
are run down.
• Each time you change the batteries, use two batteries of the same type,
the same brand and the same capacity. Alkaline batteries should be used
wherever possible.
Repairs
Note
• Never open the device. Opening the device invalidates the guarantee.
• Do not perform any repairs on the device yourself, otherwise correct func-
tioning of the device can no longer be guaranteed.
• If repairs are required, please contact customer service.
Disposal
WARNING
• When disposing of materials from the measuring device, always comply
with the generally applicable guidelines for handling blood. Carefully dispose of all blood samples and materials with which you have come into
contact, in order to prevent injury and infection of others.
• After use, dispose of the test strips and lancets in a sharp-proof container.
Note
• Used and fully discharged batteries should be disposed of in designated
collection containers, at a suitable recycling facility, or via an electrical retailer. You are legally required to dispose of batteries properly.
The following symbols are found on batteries that contain harmful substances:
Pb = Battery contains lead
Cd = Battery contains cadmium
Hg = Battery contains mercury.
• Please dispose of the device in accordance with EU directive
2002/96/EC – WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment). If you have any questions, contact the local authority responsible for waste disposal.
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3 DESCRIPTION OF DEVICE AND ACCESSORIES
3.1 Lancing device and needle lancets
1
2
3
4
5
6
1: Cap
2: Protective disk for the lancet
3: Sterile needle lancet
4: Lancet holder
5: Release button
6: Tensioning device
3.2 Blood sugar measuring device
Front view Rear view
1: Test strip slot
2: LCD display
3: Back button
4: ON/OFF/Forwards button
5: PC interface with cover
1: Two alkaline batteries of type
1.5 V AAA
2: "SET" button for making settings
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Display symbols for the blood sugar measurement:
1: Code symbol (not functional)
2: Arrow symbol for test strips
3: Value display
4: Low blood sugar value
(not functional)
5: High blood sugar value
(not functional)
6: Test strip symbol
7: Speaker (not functional)
8: Blood droplet symbol
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9: Blood sugar unit mg/dL
10: Blood sugar unit mmol/L
(not functional)
11: Ketone measurement recommended
(not functional)
12: Memory deleted symbol
13: Memory symbol
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