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• Use a new lancet each time you test because it is no longer sterile after use.
• Always dispose of test strips and lancets as medical waste or as advised by your health care
professional. All products that come in contact with human blood should be handled as if
capable of transmitting infectious diseases.
PRECAUTIONS
• Read your CONTOUR®NEXT LINK 2.4 user guide, the lancing device package insert, your
MiniMed® pump user guide and all instructional materials provided in your meter kit before testing.
Please follow all instructions for use and care exactly as described to help avoid inaccurate results.
• Examine product for missing, damaged, or broken parts. If the test strip bottle is open inside a new
box of strips, do not use those strips. For replacement parts, contact Customer Service. Please see
back cover for contact information.
• The C
ONTOUR
®
NEXT LINK 2.4 meter only works with CONTOUR®NEXT test strips and CONTOUR®NEXT
control solutions.
• Always keep the C
ONTOUR NEXT test strips in their original bottle. Tightly close the bottle immediately
after removing a test strip. The bottle is designed to keep the test strips dry. Avoid exposing meter
and test strips to excessive humidity, heat, cold, dust, and dirt. Exposure to room humidity from
leaving the bottle open or not storing the strips in their original bottle can damage your test strips.
This could lead to inaccurate results. Do not use a test strip that appears damaged or has been used.
• Check the expiry dates on your test strips and control solution. Do not use the test strips or control
solution if the expiry date printed on the bottle label and carton has passed. This can cause
inaccurate results. For the control solution, do not use if it has been 6 months since you first opened
the bottle. After first opening the bottle, write the 6-month discard date on the control solution label.
• If your control solution test result is out of range, contact Customer Service. Please see back cover
for contact information. Do not use the meter for blood glucose testing until you resolve this issue.
• The meter has been designed to give accurate results at temperatures between 5°to 45°C. If you are
outside this range, you should not test. Whenever the meter is moved from one location to another,
allow approximately 20 minutes for the meter to adjust to the temperature of the new location before
performing a blood glucosetest.
• Do not perform a blood glucose test when the C
ONTOUR NEXT LINK 2.4 meter is connected to a
computer.
• Use only approved cables or wall charger from the manufacturer or a 5V charger approved by a
certified body such as UL, TUV or CSA.
• The C
ONTOUR
®
NEXT LINK 2.4 meter has been preset and locked to display results in mmol/L
(millimoles of glucose per litre of blood).
Results in mmol/L will always have a decimal point;
Results in mg/dL will never have a decimal point.
Example:
.
or
93
Check your display screen to be sure the results are shown the right way. If not, please
seeCustomer Service contact information on the back cover of this user guide.
• The C
ONTOUR NEXT LINK 2.4 wireless blood glucose monitoring system has a measuring range of
1.1 mmol/L to 33.3 mmol/L.
For results under 1.1 mmol/L or over 33.3 mmol/L;
о
If your blood sugar reading is under 1.1 mmol/L, the “Follow Medical Advice Immediately”
screen will display and the meter will beep twice. Contact your health care professional.
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®
INTENDED USE
The CONTOUR®NEXT LINK 2.4 wireless blood glucose monitoring system (meter, test strips and control
solution) is intended for self-testing by persons with diabetes to monitor glucose concentrations for the
quantitative measurement of glucose in fresh capillary whole blood drawn from the fingertip or palm.
It
is intended for
in vitro
diagnostic use only
. The clinical utility of this device is that it may be used as
an aid to monitor the effectiveness of a diabetes control program.
The C
ONTOUR NEXT LINK 2.4 wireless blood glucose monitoring system is intended to be used to
transmit glucose values and send a remote bolus to compatible MiniMed 630G Insulin Pump and
facilitate transfer of information to Medtronic CareLink
®
Software through use of radio frequency
communication.
The CONTOUR NEXT LINK 2.4 wireless blood glucose monitoring system is not intended for the
diagnosis of or screening for diabetes mellitus and it is not intended for use on neonates.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNINGS
The CONTOUR NEXT LINK2.4 wireless blood glucose monitoring system is intended for
single-patient use only and should not be shared.
Serious Illness
• Capillary (fingerstick or Alternative Site) blood glucose testing may not be clinically appropriate
when peripheral flow is decreased. Shock, severe hypotension, hyperosmolar hyperglycaemia,
diabetic ketoacidosis, and occurrence of severe dehydration are examples of clinical conditions
that may adversely affect the measurement of glucose in peripheral blood.
1-3
• Keep out of reach of children. This kit contains small parts which could cause suffocation if
accidentally swallowed.
Talk to Your Health Care Professional
• Before setting any Target ranges or High or Low Alerts on your meter.
• Before changing your medication based on test results.
• If your blood sugar reading is under 2.8 mmol/L, follow medical advice immediately.
• If your blood sugar reading is over 13.9 mmol/L, wash and dry your hands well and repeat the
test with a new strip. If you get a similar result, call your health care professional as soon as
possible.
• About whether Alternative Site Testing (AST) is appropriate for you.
Potential Biohazard
• Always wash and dry your hands well with soap and water before and after testing, handling the
meter, lancing device or test strips.
• The meter, lancing device and lancets are for single person use. Do not share them with anyone
including other family members. Do not use on multiple persons.
• All parts of this kit are considered biohazardous and can potentially transmit infectious
diseases, even after you have performed cleaning and disinfection. For instructions, please see
Cleaning and Disinfection, page 62.
• The lancing device provided with your kit is intended for self-testing by a single patient. It must
not be used on more than one person due to the risk of infection.
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GETTING
STARTED
TESTING FEATURES USING THE
MAINMENU
TECHNICAL
& CARE
Table of Contents
Your CONTOUR®NEXT LINK 2.4 Wireless Blood Glucose
Monitoring System .........................................................................................................3
Your C
ONTOUR
®
NEXT Test Strip .......................................................................................3
Initial Setup ......................................................................................................................5
Preparing the Lancing Device ........................................................................................13
Getting the Blood Drop — Fingertip Testing ..................................................................15
Test Results ...................................................................................................................16
Alternative Site Testing (AST) – Palm ............................................................................. 18
Control Solution Testing .................................................................................................23
AutoLog (Marking Your Results) .................................................................................... 25
Sending Results to Your Pump ...................................................................................... 25
Sending a Bolus to Your Pump ......................................................................................25
Test Reminders ..............................................................................................................28
Notes .............................................................................................................................30
Transferring Data to Medtronic’s CareLink
®
Personal or CareLink® Professional
Software .......................................................................................................................53
Error Detection Displays ................................................................................................53
Battery Status ................................................................................................................54
Technical Information .....................................................................................................56
Caring for Your Meter.....................................................................................................62
Cleaning and Disinfection .............................................................................................. 62
Warranty ......................................................................................................................... 66
INDEX ............................................................................................................................68
Bolus .................................................... 31
Logbook ............................................... 31
Trends (Averages and Summaries) ....... 32
Setup .................................................... 33
Pump Options ............................................33
Meter Send Options ...................................37
Test Reminders ..........................................43
Date and Time ...........................................45
Sound ........................................................47
AutoLog .....................................................47
Blood Sugar Targets ..................................49
Trends Range .............................................51
High and Low Alerts ..................................51
Set Language .............................................52
Customer Service ......................................52
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о
If your blood sugar reading is over 33.3 mmol/L the next screen will tell you to retest. The
meter will beep twice. If results are still over 33.3 mmol/L, “Follow Medical Advice Immediately”
is displayed.
• Please be aware that USB ports in some computers and self-powered USB hubs can become much
warmer than the room. A USB extension cable is available. If you wish to test immediately after
disconnecting from your computer, please use the USB cable to protect the meter from exposure to
heat created by the computer.
CAUTION: Your C
ONTOUR
®
NEXT LINK 2.4 meter only works with CONTOUR®NEXT test strips and
CONTOUR®NEXT control solutions.
Rechargeable Battery
The CONTOUR NEXT LINK 2.4 meter has a rechargeable battery. You must charge your battery before you
can use your meter and you cannot do a blood sugar test while the battery is charging.
Charge Your Meter Using a Wall Outlet or a Computer
CAUTION: Please be aware that USB ports in some computers and self-powered USB hubs can
become much warmer than the room. If you wish to test immediately after disconnecting from
your computer, please use the USB cable to protect the meter from exposure to heat created by
thecomputer.
CAUTION: Do not perform a blood glucose test when your meter is connected to an external
device, e.g., computer.
• Remove USB cap.
• Insert the meter USB plug into the wall charger* or use the USB
extension cable.
The meter is fully charged when the test strip port light stops
flashing and turnsoff.
NOTE: Your meter can Rapid Charge. After 1 minute of charging, you can unplug the meter and
run one blood sugar test, if needed.
A USB extension cable is included for your convenience.
OR
• Remove USB cap.
• Insert the meter USB plug into your computer or use the USB
extension cable.
• Be sure your computer is turned on and not in sleep, hibernate,
or power save mode.
* Wall charger may not be included in all meter kits. Contact Customer Service for information on obtaining a
wallcharger.
GETTING
STARTED
TESTING FEATURES USING THE
MAINMENU
TECHNICAL
& CARE
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GETTING
STARTED
OK
MENU
Bolus
Logbook
Trends
Setup
OK
The Main Menu has four choices: Bolus, Logbook, Trends and Setup. Press the or
button to scroll to your desired selection. When your choice is highlighted, press OK.
Turn On
Initial Setup
• The three buttons next to the screen allow you to make your selection by pressing the
button next to your choice.
• Scroll up or down for additional choices when the or arrows appear on the meter
screen.
• When your choice is highlighted, make a selection by pressing OK.
NOTE: Press and hold the or button to scroll through the list faster.
Button
OK Button
Button
CAUTION: Unplug meter from charging source before beginning Setup.
Using the Main Menu
Initial Setup
1. Before use, fully charge your meter. See
page iv.
Using the Selection/Scrolling Buttons
2. Press and hold the top Menu
button until the meter turns on.
After a welcome screen, you see
the Language choicescreen.
GETTING
STARTED
4
Active Insulin 1.5 u
Bolus Basal
l
mmol/L
Active Insulin 1.5 u
Bolus Basal
BG
12:0 0
PM
®
Meter Overview
Turning the Meter On or Off
• Press and hold the top Menu button to turn the meter on or off.
• Insert a test strip to turn the meter on.
• Meter turns off after 3 minutes of inactivity.
The top Menu button has three functions:
• To turn the meter on/off, press and hold the top Menubutton.
• To go back one screen from most screens, press the top Menu button once.
• To turn on/off the test strip port light, quickly press the top Menu button two times.
Meter Overview
Using the Top Menu Button
“Talks” to Your Compatible MiniMed® Pump
Your CONTOUR®NEXT LINK 2.4 meter can
automatically send your blood glucose result
or a bolus directly to your MiniMed insulin
pump, if your meter and pump are linked. This
eliminates the need to manually enter a bolus
or your blood glucose result into your pump.
Up to 3C
ONTOUR NEXT LINK 2.4 meters can be
connected to your MiniMed insulin pump. To use
the meter link feature, your CONTOUR NEXT LINK 2.4
meter and MiniMed insulin pump must be within
1.83 meters of each other. If you are not using the
meter link feature, you may want to set the Send
option to Never on your C
ONTOUR NEXT LINK 2.4
meter to save batterypower.
Display
Screen
Menu
Select
Right
Up
Back
Notification
Light
Left
Down
5
GETTING
STARTED
Initial Setup
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GETTING
STARTED
Device Options
Manage Devices
Connect Device
Connect Device
Manual Connect
Auto Connect
8. In the Utilities menu, use the down arrow to scroll to
DeviceOptions
.
Press Select button
.
9. In the Device Options menu, scroll to
Connect Device
.
Press Select button
.
10. Place the meter and pump next to each other.
Select
Auto Connect
on your pump.
Select Auto Connect on your meter.
If you select
Manual Connect
, see page 38.
Connect to Pump
Utilities
Self Test
Carb Unit
Manage Settings
Sensor Demo
Device Options
Manual Connect
Auto Connect
CONNECT TO PUMP
NOTE: If your meter is lost or stolen, delete the meter from your pump. See your
MiniMed insulin pump user guide.
GETTING
STARTED
6
3. Press the button to see more language choices.
When your language is highlighted, press OK.
4. Press
OK
to confirm.
If the correct language is not displayed, press
No
.
LANGUAGE
English
Deutsch
Español
OK
Connect to a
MiniMed Pump?
OK
Skip
CONNECT TO PUMP
Select "Connect
Device" on your Pump.
OK
Go Back
CONNECT TO PUMP
NOTE: If your pump screen turns off, press any button toturn backon.
These meter screen images are for illustration purposes only.
5. Press OK to connect to a MiniMed insulin pump now.
If you press Skip, you will be asked to accept or
change the date and time.
To change, follow instructions starting on page 45,
step5. Return to Initial Setup, page 10, step 21,
whenset.
Connect to Pump
Language:
English
OK
No
Set Language
6. Press OK.
®
7. Put the meter down and pick up your MiniMed
insulin pump.
Press any button to turn the screen on.
Press the Menu button .
Use the down arrow
to scroll to
Utilities
.
Press Select button
.
Set Language
Menu
Insulin Settings
Sensor Settings
Events Markers
Reminders
Utilities
7
GETTING
STARTED
Connect to Pump
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GETTING
STARTED
PUMP CONNECTED
MiniMed Pump
connected:
AA1234567B
Next
Delete
mmol/L
Active Insulin 0.0 u
Bolus Basal
12:49
PM
BG
Connect to Pump
When the pump links to the meter, the SN on the meter screen will change to a different
serial number. This number is the pump SN.
14. Turn the pump over. Check that the SN on the back of
the pump matches the pump serial number now on the
meterscreen.
The Manage Devices screen appears on your pump.
15. The confirmation screen appears briefly on your pump.
Manage Devices
BGJ133333F
BG Meter connection
successful
Hold the back button on the pump until you see the
homescreen.
PUMP CONNECTED
MiniMed Pump
connected:
AA1234567B
Next
Delete
Then press Next on yourmeter.
16. Put your pump down and pick upmeter.
GETTING
STARTED
8
Search
New Device
See User Guide to connect
new device. Select Search
below when ready.
Cancel Continue
Auto Connect
are in search mode.
Before using Auto
Connect, be sure no other
nearby Medtronic devices
Confirm Devic e SN
BGJ133333F foun d: SN:
BGJ133333F
11. Read pump screen. Be sure other nearby Medtronic devices
are NOTin search mode. Use the down arrow to scroll to
the next page.
Use arrow buttons to scroll to Continue.
Press Select button
.
Select Search on yourmeter.
The search may take up to 2minutes.
12. SelectSearch on your pump.
CONNECT TO PUMP
Searching...
Cancel
Cancel
Connect to Pump
CONNECT TO PUMP
Select “Search” on
your Pump and meter.
Search
Cancel
Use Pump to confirm Device
SN:
BGJ133333F
13. Check that the Device SN (serial number) on the pump screen
matches the meter SN on the meter screen.
If they match, Confirmon the pump.
Press Select button
.
CONNECT TO PUMP
Confirm
Searching...
Start search on new device.
Search may take up to 2
minutes.
9
GETTING
STARTED
Connect to Pump
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GETTING
STARTED
NOTE: Your Target Ranges must be within your High and Low Alert levels. You set
your Target Ranges next.
Accept
Change
HIGH AND LOW ALERTS
High: 13.9
mmol/L
Low: 3.9
mmol/L
Your meter comes preset with a high alert level of 13.9 mmol/L and a low alert level of
3.9 mmol/L. You can Accept or Change these levels.
NOTE: Alerts can only be set outside your selected Target Range(s). For additional
information, you may contact Customer Service. Contact information for Customer
Service is on the back cover.
22. Select Accept to keep the preset alert levels. If you
wish to change these alert levels, press Change.
23. If you selected Change, press the or button to
select your High Alert level. This can be set between
7.0 - 20.0 mmol/L. PressOK.
24. Press the or button to select your Low Alert
level. This can be set between 3.0 - 5.5 mmol/L.
Press OK.
NOTE: Press and hold the or button to scroll through the numbers faster.
HIGH AND LOW ALERTS
High: 13.9
mmol/L
Low: 3.9
mmol/L
OK
HIGH AND LOW ALERTS
High: 13.9
mmol/L
Low: 3.9
mmol/L
OK
25. The next screen confirms your choices. Press Accept
to confirm your Alert settings.
Alerts are set.
Accept
Change
High: 13.9
mmol/L
Low: 3.8
mmol/L
WARNING
Talk to your health care professional before setting any High or Low Alerts on
yourmeter.
High and Low Alerts
High and Low Alerts
The High and Low Alert feature tells you when your test result is above or below the settings
you choose. Results above High are marked High Blood Sugar. Results below Low are
marked Low Blood Sugar. Alerts appear as large orange numbers.
GETTING
STARTED
10
Automatically send
results to the Pump?
Always
Ask me
Never
SEND OPTIONS
OK
Send Options set.
Meter will always
send results.
Meter Send Options
17. After the meter and pump are connected, you set your
Send Options
. This controls
how your meter sends blood glucose readings to your MiniMed insulin pump.
Your options are:
Always
Meter will always send results
Ask Me
Meter will ask you before sending results
Never
Meter will never send results
Press the
Send Option
that is best for you.
20. PressOK.
OK
DATE/TIME
Date / Time is set
by Pump.
10:30 PM | 10/13/13
AutoLog is Off.
Accept
Turn On
AUTOLOG
Meter Send Options
Your choice can be changedlater using Setup (see
page42).
18. Press OK.
Date and Time Format
In this step, you select how the date and time are displayed on your meter. If you are not
connected to a pump (e.g., if you pressed Skip in Step 5 of Initial Setup), you are asked to
accept or change the displayed date, followed by the time.
NOTE: Your pump automatically controls the date and time. If they need to be
changed on your pump, see your MiniMed insulin pump user guide. The date
format you choose on the meter applies to the meter only.
Month/Day/Year
Day.Month.Year
DATE FORMAT
SELECT
19. The Date Format screen appears on your meter.
Choose your date format.
AutoLog
The AutoLog feature lets you mark your test result as
Fasting Before Meal After Meal No Mark
Your meter comes preset with AutoLog turned OFF.
21. When the AutoLog screen appears, press Accept to
keep AutoLog OFF. Or, to activate AutoLog, select
Turn On.
11
GETTING
STARTED
High and Low Alerts
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TESTING
Testing
Getting Ready to Test
Read your CONTOUR®NEXT LINK 2.4 user guide, your MiniMed insulin pump user
guide, the lancing device insert and all instructional materials provided in your meter kit
before testing. Please follow all instructions for use and care exactly as described.
Examine product for missing, damaged, or broken parts. If the test strip bottle is open
inside a new box of strips, do not use those strips. Contact Customer Service for
replacement parts. Please see back cover for contact information.
CAUTION: Your CONTOUR®NEXT LINK 2.4 meter only works with CONTOUR®NEXT test
strips and CONTOUR®NEXT control solutions.
Read the lancing device insert for complete instructions. If you are using a different lancing
device, see that manufacturer’s instructions for use. For Alternative Site Testing instructions,
see page 18.
WARNING
• Dispose of the used lancet as medical waste or as advised by your health care
professional.
•
Do not reuse lancets. Use a new lancet each time you test.
Getting Ready to Test
WARNING: Potential Biohazard
The lancing device provided with your kit is intended for self-testing by a single
patient. It must not be used on more than one person due to the risk of infection.
Have all the materials you need ready before you begin testing. This includes your
C
ONTOUR NEXT LINK 2.4 meter, CONTOUR NEXT test strips, and the lancing device
and lancets. You may also need CONTOUR NEXT control solution to perform a quality
control check. C
ONTOUR NEXT control solutions are available separately if not included in
the meter kit.
• Do not perform a blood glucose test when your meter is connected to an external
device, e.g., computer.
• Use only approved cables or wall charger from the manufacturer or a 5V charger
approved by a certified body such as UL, TUV or CSA.
Preparing the Lancing Device
The lancing device graphics are for illustration purposes only. Your lancing device
may look different. Refer to your lancing device insert for detailed instructions on
preparing the lancing device.
GETTING
STARTED
12
Target Ranges
Next you are asked to accept your blood sugar Targets. Targets are your personal ranges for
your blood sugar results. With AutoLog OFF, you have a single Target range. With AutoLog
ON, you have Target ranges for Fasting, Before Meal, and After Meal.
26. If AutoLog is OFF, Accept or Change the preset
blood sugar Target range. The preset range is
3.9 - 10.0 mmol/L.
Accept
Change
TARGET
3.9 - 10.0
Fasting 4.0 - 7.0 mmol/L
Before Meal 4.0 - 7.0 mmol/L
After Meal 5.0 - 10.0 mmol/L
If AutoLog is ON, Accept or Change the preset blood
sugar range for Fasting, Before Meal, and After
Meal screens. Each Target has an option to Accept
orChange.
TARGET
3.9 - 7.2
Fasting:
Accept
Change
The preset values based on Canadian Diabetes Association (CDA) recommendations are as
follows:
5
Setup is complete.
Insert strip to start a
test.
Initial Setup is complete. You may now test your
blood sugar. See Testing,next page.
27. To change the Targets press the or button until
the desired Target is reached and then press
OK
.
Press Accept on confirmation screen.
You can change these settings later by going to the
Main Menu and selecting Setup. See page 49.
TARGET
4.2 - 10
OK
NOTE: Targets can only be set inside your selected Alert level(s). For additional
information, you may contact Customer Service. Contact information for Customer
Service is on the back cover.
NOTE: As shown in the meter screen above, the preset values of 3.9-7.2 are based
on ADA recommendations.
4
WARNING
Talk to your health care professional before setting any Target ranges on
yourmeter.
®
Target Ranges
13
TESTING
Getting Ready to Test
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TESTING
APPLY BLOOD
2. Hold the test strip with the grey square end facing up.
3. Insert the grey square end into the test strip port until
the meter beeps (if the Sound is set to ON).
Getting the Blood Drop — Fingertip Testing
You will see the Apply Blood screen. The meter is now
ready for you to test.
NOTE: After test strip is inserted, if you do not apply blood to the test strip within
1 minute, the meter screen will dim and the meter will beep. Press any button
and the Apply Blood screen will become bright again. After a total of 3 minutes of
inactivity the meter will turn off.
1. Press the lancing device firmly against the puncture site
and press the release button.
Getting the Blood Drop — Fingertip Testing
2. Stroke your hand and finger toward the puncture site
to form a drop of blood. Do not squeeze around the
puncturesite.
3. Test immediately after a good drop of blood hasformed.
4. Immediately touch the tip of the test strip to the drop
of blood. The blood is pulled into the test strip through
thetip.
Hold the tip of the test strip in the blood drop until the meter beeps.
Do not press the tip against the skin or place the blood on top of the test strip or you could
get inaccurate results or errors.
TESTING
14
WARNING
Always wash your hands well with soap and water and dry them well before and
after testing, handling the meter, lancing device or test strips.
®
Preparing the Test Strip
6. Rotate the endcap dial to adjust the puncture depth.
The amount of pressure applied to the puncture site also
affects puncture depth.
1. Remove a C
ONTOUR
®
NEXT test strip from the bottle. Tightly close the
bottle lid immediately after you have removed the test strip.
Preparing the Test Strip
4. Twist off the round protective lancet cap. Save it for
disposing of the used lancet.
5. Replace the endcap.
3. Insert the lancet firmly into the lancing device until it
comes to a fullstop.
2. Loosen the round protective cap on a lancet by rotating it
¼ turn, but do not remove it.
1. Remove the endcap from the lancing device.
15
TESTING
Getting the Blood Drop — Fingertip Testing
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TESTING
OK
Fasting
Before Meal
After Meal
No Mark
AUTOLOG
Fasting
The Fasting marker can be used when testing blood sugar levels after
going without food and sugared drink for 8 hours.
Before Meal
The Before Meal marker can be used when testing blood sugar levels
within 1hour before a meal.
After Meal
The After Meal marker can be used when testing blood sugar levels within
2hours after a meal.
No Mark
You can select No Mark if you are testing attimes other than before or
after a meal or fasting.
9.3
Your test result appears as a large number and then
changes to the usual test result screen.
If you make your AutoLog selection very quickly, you may see the remainder of the testing
countdown.
10:30 PM | 10/13
Bolus
Reminder
Notes
9.3
mmol
L
After Meal
If you are done, remove the test strip. To turn off the meter, press and hold the top Menu
button. Or, after 3 minutes of inactivity, the meter turns off automatically.
YOUR RESULTS
Send
Don’t Send
9.3
mmol
L
Before Meal
Testing With AutoLog On
Testing With AutoLog On
After you apply blood to the test strip, use the to select
Fasting, Before Meal, After Meal
, or
No Mark
, and then
press
OK
. (Scroll down to see
No Mark
.)
NOTE:
• Your test result does not display until you make an AutoLog selection.
• If your result is above or below your High or Low Alertsettings, you will see your
result without pushing abutton.
If
Always
was selected in Send Options during Setup,
your result is automatically sent to your pump. If
Never
was selected in Send Options, you will not have the
option to send the result to your pump. If
Ask Me
was
selected in Send Options, you can choose to send your
result to your pump after each blood sugar test. Press
Send
or
Don’t Send
. If Send is chosen,
press OK on the Send confirmation screen.
Select Bolus to send a bolus to your pump. Select Reminder to set a reminder for your next
test. Select Notes to add more information to the result.
TESTING
16
STRIP UNDERFILLED
APPLY MORE BLOOD NOW
9.3
TESTING...
After applying blood to the test strip when AutoLog is
turned OFF, your result will appear after the 5 second
countdown.
Too Little Blood
Remove used strip.
Repeat test with new
strip.
E01
If you do not re-apply enough blood within about 30
seconds, you will see a screen telling you to remove the
strip and repeat with a newstrip.
If
Always
was selected in Send Options during Setup,
yourresult is automatically sent to your pump. If
Never
wasselected in Send Options, you will not have the
optionto send the result to your pump. If
Ask Me
was
selected in Send Options, you can choose to send your
result to your pump after each blood sugar test. Press
Send
or
Don’t Send
. If Send is chosen,
press OK on the Send confirmation screen.
Leave the test strip in the meter to send a bolus to your pump (see page 25), set anoptional
reminder for your next test (see page 28), or adda note (see page 30).
YOUR RESULTS
Send
Don’t Send
9.3
mmol
L
If you are done, remove the test strip from the meter. Press and hold the top Menu button to
turn off the meter. The meter also turns off after 3minutes of inactivity.
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Bolus
Reminder
Notes
9.3
mmol
L
Sent
®
Test Results
Apply More Blood
Test Results
Testing With AutoLog Off
If the first blood drop is not enough, the meter will beep
twice and display “STRIP UNDERFILLED” and “APPLY MORE
BLOOD NOW.” You have about 30 seconds to apply more
blood to the same strip.
CAUTION: Always check the display on your pump to ensure that the glucose result
shown agrees with the glucose result shown on the meter.
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Testing With AutoLog On
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TESTING
8. Hold the tip of the test strip in the blood drop until the
meter beeps. Do not press the tip against the skin or
place the blood on top of the test strip or you could get
inaccurate results or errors.
STRIP UNDERFILLED
APPLY MORE BLOOD NOW
If the first blood drop is not enough, the meter will beep
twice and display “ STRIP UNDERFILLED” and “APPLY MORE
BLOOD NOW.” You have about 30 seconds to apply more
blood to the samestrip.
Too Little Blood
Remove used strip.
Repeat test with new
strip.
E01
If you do not apply more blood within about 30 seconds,
remove the strip and repeat with anewstrip.
Getting a Blood Drop for Alternative Site Testing
4. Press the lancing device firmly against puncture site
and then press the release button.
5. Maintain steady pressure until a small, round blood
drop forms.
6. Lift the device straight up and away from the skin
without smearing the blood.
7. Test immediately after you have formed a small, round blooddrop.
Immediately touch the tip of the test strip to the drop of blood. The blood is pulled into
the test strip through the tip.
Do not test the blood sample from palm if you get:
• Smeared blood
• Clotted blood
• Runny blood
• Clear fluid mixed with the blood
The lancing device graphics are for illustration purposes only.
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WARNING
• Ask your health care professional if Alternative Site Testing is right for you.
• Do not calibrate your continuous glucose monitoring device from an AST result.
• Do not calculate a bolus based on an AST result.
®
Alternative Site Testing (AST) – Palm
IMPORTANT: For Alternative Site Testing, use the clear endcap on your lancing device.
YourC
ONTOUR
®
NEXT LINK 2.4 meter can be used for fingertip or palm testing. See the
lancing device insert for complete instructions in Alternative Site Testing.
Getting a Blood Drop for Alternative Site Testing
1. Wash your hands and the puncture site with soap and
warm water. Rinse and dry well.
2. Attach the clear AST endcap to the lancing device
provided with your kit. Refer to the lancing device
insert for detailed instructions.
3. Select a puncture site from a fleshy area on the palm.
Avoid veins, moles, bones and tendons.
IMPORTANT: Do not use AST under the following conditions:
• If you think your blood sugar is low
• When blood sugar is changing rapidly (after a meal, insulin dose, or exercise)
• If you are unable to feel symptoms of low blood sugar (hypoglycaemic unawareness)
• If you get alternative site blood sugar results that do not agree with how you feel
• During illness or times of stress
• If you will be driving a car or operating machinery
Alternative Site test results may be different from fingertip results when glucose levels
are changing rapidly (e.g., after a meal, after taking insulin, or during or after exercise).
Additionally, glucose levels may not rise as high or fall as low as levels in the fingertip. As
such, fingertip testing results may identify hypoglycaemic levels sooner than alternate site
results.
Alternative Site Testing is recommended only when it is more than 2 hours after a meal,
diabetes medication, or exercise.
If you do not have a clear endcap to perform AST, contact Customer Service. Please see
back cover for contact information.
Alternative Site Testing (AST) - Palm
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TESTING
Getting a Blood Drop for Alternative Site Testing
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TESTING
WARNING: Potential Biohazard
• Always dispose of test strip and lancet as medical waste or as advised by your
health care professional. All products that come in contact with human blood
should be handled as if capable of transmitting infectious diseases.
• Please refer to your lancing device package insert for instructions on how to
properly remove and dispose of the lancet.
WARNING
You should consult your health care professional for glucose values specific to
your needs.
• If your blood sugar reading is under 2.8 mmol/L, follow medical advice
immediately.
• If your blood sugar reading is over 13.9 mmol/L, wash and dry your hands well
and repeat the test with a new strip. If you get a similar result, follow medical
advice immediately.
• Always consult your health care professional before changing your medication
based on test results.
Test Results — Expected Values
Test Results — Expected Values
Blood glucose values will vary depending on food intake, medication dosages, health,
stress, or activity. Non diabetic plasma glucose concentrations are normally maintained
within a relatively narrow range, approximately 3.9 - 6.1mmol/L in afastingstate.
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TESTING
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YOUR RESULTS
Send
Don’t Send
9.3
mmol
L
Before Meal
9. If you have the AutoLog feature turned ON, the
AutoLog screen appears. Select
Fasting, Before
Meal, After Meal, or No Mark by pressing the OK
button when your selection is highlighted. Scroll down
to see
No Mark
.
OK
Fasting
Before Meal
After Meal
No Mark
AUTOLOG
NOTE:
• Your test result does not display until you make an AutoLog selection.
• If your result is above or below your High or Low Alertsettings, you will see your
result without pushing abutton.
WARNING
• Dispose of the used lancet as medical waste or as advised by your health care
professional.
•
Do not reuse lancets. Use a new lancet each time you test.
®
If you are done, remove the test strip from the meter. Press and hold the top Menu button to
turn off the meter. The meter also turns off after 3minutes of inactivity.
Ejecting and Disposing of the Used Lancet
1. Do not use your fingers to remove the lancet from the
lancing device. Your device has an automatic lancet
ejection feature.
2. Refer to the separate lancing device insert provided
with your kit for instructions on automatic ejection
of the lancet.
If
Always
was selected in Send Options during Setup, your
result is automatically sent to your pump. If
Never
was
selected in Send Options, you will not have the option to
send the result to your pump. If
Ask Me
was selected in
Send Options, you can choose to send your result to your
pump after each blood sugar test. Press
Send
or
Don’t Send
. If Send is chosen, press OK on
the Send confirmation screen. You can change your send option at any time using the Setup
Menu (see page42).
WARNING
• Do not calculate a bolus based on an AST result.
• Do not calibrate your continuous glucose monitoring device from an AST.
Ejecting and Disposing of the Used Lancet
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TESTING
Test Results — Expected Values
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TESTING
APPLY BLOOD
WARNING
• Do not calibrate your continuous glucose monitoring device from a control result
• Do not calculate a bolus based on a control result
WARNING
Shake the control solution well before testing.
Control Solution Testing
Control Solution* Testing
CAUTION: Check the expiry date on the test strip bottle and the expiry date and
discard date on the control solution bottle. DO NOT use expired materials.
Quality Control
Normal, Low and High control solutions are available separately if not included in the meter
kit. Always use CONTOUR NEXT control solutions. Other brands could present incorrect
results. If you need help locating CONTOUR NEXT control solutions, contact Customer
Service. Please see back cover for contact information.
1. Remove the test strip from the bottle and firmly snap the lid closed.
2. Hold the test strip with the grey square end facing up.
3. Insert the grey square end of the test strip into the test
strip port until the meter beeps.
4. You will see the Apply Blood screen. The meter is now
ready for you to test.
CAUTION: Use only CONTOUR®NEXT control solution (Normal, Low and High) with your
CONTOUR®NEXT LINK 2.4 blood glucose monitoring system. Using anything other than
C
ONTOUR NEXT control solution can cause inaccurate results.
* Control solution may not be included in all meter kits. Contact Customer Service for information on
obtaining control solution. See back cover for Customer Service contact information.
• Shake the control solution bottle well, about 15times before every use.
• Unmixed control solution may cause inaccurate results.
You should perform a control test when:
• using your meter for the first time
• you open a new bottle or package of test strips
• you think your meter may not be working correctly
• you have repeated, unexpected blood glucose results
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3.8
Low Blood Sugar
13.9
High Blood Sugar
• A screen with large orange numbers alerts you that
your blood sugar is high.
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Bolus
Reminder
Notes
13.9
mmol
L
High Blood Sugar
Before Meal
After Meal
Time After Meal
Don’t Feel Right
Sick
Stress
Activity
Go Back
ADD NOTES
OK
®
High and Low Blood Sugar Alert Screens
High and Low Blood Sugar Alert Screens
Your meter has been preset with a low blood sugar (hypoglycaemia) value of 3.9 mmol/L
and a high blood sugar (hyperglycaemia) value of 13.9mmol/L. These are the preset values,
but can be customized by you and/or your health care professional. Youcan change the
High and Low Alert levels under Main Menu, Setup option (see page51).
If your blood sugar reading is under your low blood sugar alertlevel:
• A screen with large orange numbers alerts you that
your blood sugar is low.
If your blood sugar reading is over your high blood sugar alertlevel:
• If AutoLog is ON and you did not mark your result
before the high or low alert appeared, select Notes.
• Press the or button to scroll through the choices.
• Press
OK
when your choice is highlighted.
Testing in the Dark
Your meter has a lighted test strip port to help you test in the dark.
• With the meter off, give the top Menu button two quick presses to turn on the test strip
port light.
• Insert a test strip and the display screen appears.
• Once blood is applied to the test strip, the light goes off.
• Continue with your test.
• Two quick presses of the top Menu button also turns off thelight.
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Control Solution Testing
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FEATURES
OK
Fasting
Before Meal
After Meal
No Mark
AUTOLOG
YOUR RESULTS
Send
Don’t Send
9.3
mmol
L
Before Meal
AutoLog (Marking Your Results)
Features
Your CONTOUR®NEXT LINK 2.4 meter includes many testingfeatures.
AutoLog (Marking Your Results)
Your meter comes with an AutoLog feature that lets you markyour test result as Fasting,
Before Meal, After Meal and No Mark.
Your meter comes with AutoLog OFF. If you would like to see your results when Fasting,
Before Meal or After Meal, we recommend that you turn on this feature (see page 47).
If you have turned AutoLog ON in Setup, before your
test result is displayed, the AutoLog screen appears.
However, if your result is above your High Alert setting
or below your Low Alert setting, you will always see your
result in 5 seconds without pushing a button.
Sending Results to Your Pump
You can send your results to the pump during testing. During Initial Setup (Send Options) or
in Setup (Pump Options - Send Options), choose Ask Me or Always.
If
Always
was selected in Send Options during Setup,
your result is automatically sent to your pump. If
Never
was selected in Send Options, you will not have the
option to send the result to your pump. If
Ask Me
was
selected in Send Options, you can choose to send your
result to your pump after each blood sugar test. Press
Send
or
Don’t Send
. You can change
your send option at any time using the Setup Menu (see page42).
You must be connected to the pump to set your Send Options and to send your results.
Sending a Bolus to Your Pump
The Bolus function allows you to send a manual or preset bolus from your meter to your
pump if your pump and meter are connected.
You can send a manual or preset bolus from your test results screen or from the Main Menu.
See your MiniMed insulin pump user guide for instructions on how to turn on/turn off
Remote Bolus at your pump.
NOTE: To send a bolus from your meter, you must be connected to the pump
AND the Remote Bolus feature must be turned ON at the pump. Remote Bolus
is ON by default on the pump. See your MiniMed insulin pump user guide for
more information.
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6 .7
mmol
L
Control Test
WARNING
• If the control solution test result is out of range, the result may be transmitted to
your pump when in “Always” send mode (see page 25).
• Do not send an out of range control result to your pump.
®
Control Solution Testing
10. The meter shows the AutoLog screen (if AutoLog is
ON) but will sense control solution. The meter will
count down for 5 seconds and the control test result
will display on the meter. It automatically marks the
result as a “Control Test” and stores it in memory.
Control test results are not included in your blood
sugar averages.
8. Immediately touch the tip of the test strip to the drop of
control solution.
9. Hold the tip in the drop until the meter beeps.
CAUTION: If the result you get does not fall within the range listed on the test strip
bottle label or carton, there may be a problem with the test strips, the meter or your
testing technique.
If your control test result is out of range, do not use your C
ONTOUR
®
NEXT LINK 2.4 meter
for blood glucose testing until you resolve the issue. Contact Customer Service. Please
see back cover for contact information.
11. Compare your control test result with the range printed on the test strip
bottle or the bottom of the test strip box.
12. Remove test strip. To turn the meter off, press and hold the Menu button,
OR, after three minutes of inactivity, the meter turns off. Dispose of
the used test strip as medical waste or as advised by your health care
professional.
NOTE: Control test results that are marked as “Control Test” are not transmitted to
thepump.
5. Shake the control solution bottle well, about
15 times before every use.
Do not apply control solution to your fingertip or to the test strip directly from
thebottle.
6. Remove the bottle cap and use a tissue to wipe away any
solution around the bottle tip before dispensing a drop.
7. Squeeze a small drop of control solution onto a clean
nonabsorbent surface.
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FEATURES
AutoLog (Marking Your Results)
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FEATURES
Bolus
Total
Stop Bolus
Basal
10:00
PM
mmol/L
9.3
0.250 U
Manual Bolus was sent.
OK
7. A confirmation screen appears on both your meter and
yourpump.
Bolus
Total
Stop Bolus
Basal
10:00
PM
mmol/L
9.3
NOTE: Verify that the bolus amount shown on
your meter matches the total amount shown on
yourpump.
Preset Bolus
First, follow Steps 1, 2 and 3 on page 26.
4. Next, choose the Preset Bolus you wish to send to yourpump.
NOTE: Preset bolus is set on your pump.
6. Press Yes to send the bolus to your pump.
PRESET BOLUS
OK
Breakfast
Dinner: N 0.750 U
Snack
Deliver Dinner Bolus?
PRESET BOLUS
Yes
No
N 0.750 U
N 0.750 U
Dinner Bolus was sent.
OK
5. Press the or button until your preset bolus choice
is highlighted. Then pressOK.
U
U
BG
U
U
BG
Preset Bolus
7. A confirmation screen appears on both your meter and
yourpump.
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26
4. Next, choose the bolus amount.
MANUAL BOLUS
SET BOLUS AMOUNT
0.000 U
OK
MANUAL BOLUS
SET BOLUS AMOUNT
0.250 U
OK
Deliver Bolus?
MANUAL BOLUS
Yes
No
0.250 U
Manual Bolus
BOLUS
Manual Bolus
Preset Bolus
2. On the next screen, pressManual Bolus or
Preset Bolus
.
3. The Connecting to Pump screen appears.
MENU
Bolus
Logbook
Trends
OK
To send a Manual Bolus, continue with step 4, below.
To send a Preset Bolus, continue with step 4, page 27.
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Bolus
Reminder
Notes
9.3
mmol
L
Sent, Before...
®
Manual Bolus
NOTE: Bolus increment setting on your meter is determined by the setting on
your MiniMed insulin pump. Youcan set your increment to 0.1, 0.05, or 0.025 units
onyourpump.
5. Press the or button to set the desired bolus
amount. Then press OK.
NOTE: Press and hold the or button to scroll through the list faster.
6. Press Yes to send the bolus to your pump.
OR, from the Main Menu, press Bolus.
1. While the test result is still displayed on the meter,
press
Bolus.
If Block Mode is ON at the pump, you are asked if you want to proceed with the bolus.
Block Mode is a MiniMed pump setting that restricts access to critical pump settings.
Pleasesee your MiniMed insulin pump user guide for more detailed instructions.
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FEATURES
REMINDER
15
mins
CHANGE COUNTDOWN
3
hrs
OK
Reminder in:
15
mins
3
hrs
Change
Done
Changing a Reminder Time
1. Press the or button to select the correct hours and minutes (in 15-minute
increments).
Changing a Reminder Time
2. Press OK after eachselection.
A screen confirms the Reminder Countdown time.
When the Reminder feature is on, the clock symbol appears in the headers on the Setup
and Main Menu screens.
The meter retains the reminder time that you set until you change it or turn it off.
Getting a Reminder
When the reminder time is reached, 20 beeps will sound. The meter will turn on and a
reminder screen will appear.
You can stop the beeps in two ways:
NOTE: If you decide to test within 15 minutes before the reminder time, the
countdown is stopped with the insertion of the test strip. Proceed with testing.
Time for your next
test.
OK
1. Press OK, insert a test strip and proceed with testing,
OR
2. Insert a test strip and proceed with testing (see page 13).
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REMINDER
Start
Change
Go Back
2
hrs
COUNTDOWN
REMINDER
Start
Change
Go Back
2
hrs
COUNTDOWN
SETUP
Pump Options
Reminder: Off
Date
OK
REMINDER
30
mins
REMINDER IN
1
hr
Stop
Change
Go Back
2. To stop the countdown, press Stop.
A confirmation screen appears and the
countdownstops.
1. Press Reminder. If the countdown is currentlyon,
the screen will read “Reminder In” with the remaining
amount of timedisplayed.
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Bolus
Reminder
Notes
9.3
mmol
L
After Meal
Turning Off a Test Reminder
A reminder can be turned off or changed after testing or from the Setup Menu.
NOTE: If you do a blood sugar test within 15 minutes of a set reminder, the
reminder turns off automatically.
5.1
mmol
L
Before Meal
Bolus
Reminder
Notes
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®
Test Reminders
Test Reminders
A reminder for your next test can be set after testing OR from the Setup Menu (see page 43).
A reminder can be set in 15-minute increments from 15 minutes to 23 hours, 45 minutes.
1. With the test strip still in the meter, press
Reminder.
2. Press Start to begin the countdown. The preset
time is 2hours or, if you have changed it, the
last reminder time that you set isnow the
default.
OR from the Setup Menu press the button to highlight
Reminder: Off
. Press OK to turn the Reminder ON.
You can change the Reminder Countdown
time by pressingChange.
Setting a Test Reminder
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FEATURES
Changing a Reminder Time
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USING THE
MAINMENU
LOGBOOK
9.3
mmol
L
Sent, Before Meal
11/06/09
10:30 PM
END OF LOGBOOK
4.2
mmol
L
Sent, After Meal
11/05/09
11:24 PM
Using the Main Menu
The Main Menu has 4 choices: Bolus, Logbook, Trends and Setup. To select one, press the
or button to scroll to your desired selection. When your choice is highlighted, press OK.
OK
Bolus
Logbook
Trends
Setup
MENU
Bolus
Bolus
The Bolus function allows you to send a Manual or Preset Bolus from your meter to your
pump if your pump and meter are connected.
You can send a bolus from the main menu or directly from your blood test result screen.
If your pump and meter are not yet connected and you select Bolus, you are asked if you
want to connect to a pump. You can only send a bolus to the pump if you have enabled
Remote Bolus on the pump.
If Block Mode is turned on at your pump, you will be asked if you want to proceed with the
bolus. Block Mode is a MiniMed insulin pump setting that restricts access to critical pump
settings. Please see your MiniMed insulin pump user guide for more detailedinstructions.
NOTE: To send a bolus from your meter, you must be connected to the pump AND
the Remote Bolus feature must be turned ON at the pump. Remote Bolus is ON by
default on the pump.
For the steps on sending a bolus to your pump, see page25.
Logbook
The Logbook contains blood sugar test results and notes that you have made to those test
results. The Logbook will hold up to 1000 results. When the maximum is reached, the oldest
test result will be removed as a new test is completed and saved to the Logbook. A sound
indicates the last entry.
3. You can scroll through all your stored test results using
the button.
When you reach the oldest entry you will see the End
of Logbookscreen.
1. To review entries in the Logbook, press and hold the top Menu button to turn the
meteron.
2. Press the button to highlight Logbook. Press OK to select.
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30
2. Press the or button to scroll through the choices.
Some may not be visible until you scroll down. Press
OK when your choice is highlighted.
A screen confirms your choice.
Fasting
Before Meal
After Meal
Time After Meal
Don’t Feel Right
Sick
OK
ADD NOTES
®
Notes
You may add notes to your test result that may help explain results. Your notes will be saved
in the Logbook. The option to add a note is available only after a test result.
1. From the test result screen, press Notes.
NOTE: When you choose After Meal, Time After Meal will be selectable. Select T
ime After
Meal
and then you can select times from 15 minutes to 3 hours.
After the confirmation screen disappears, you may remove the note or add one or more
notes by repeating the steps above. The notes will scroll across the bottom so that you
can read them all. While you can add more than one note, only one AutoLog option can be
chosen (e.g., Fasting, Before Meal or After Meal).
Notes
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USING THE
MAINMENU
Bolus
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USING THE
MAINMENU
6. Press the button to go to the 14 Day Resultsscreen.
14 DAY RESULTS
AVERAGE
9.7
Results:
115
mmol
L
Setup
You can view and change options on your meter and personalize it from the Setup Menu.
1. Press and hold the top Menu button to turn the meter on.
2. Press the button to highlight Setup. Press OK to select.
OK
SETUP
Pump Options
Reminder
Date
Time
Sound
AutoLog
Target
Trends Range
High and Low Alerts
Language
Customer Service
The current settings in the meter for the Reminder,
Date, Time, Sound and AutoLog can be viewed by
scrolling through the Setup Menu items. To view the
settings of the other items, or to make any changes to
any of the items, you can select the item using the
and keys and pressing OK.
3. Press the button to highlight Pump Options.
Press OK to select.
Pump Options
Reminder
Date
OK
SETUP
1. Press and hold the top Menu button to turn the meter on.
2. Press the button to highlight Setup. Press OK to select.
Setup
Pump Options
Pump Options allows you to connect or disconnect from a MiniMed insulin pump and
change your Send Settings (how your blood sugar readings are sent to your pump).
Connecting the Meter and Pump
You can send blood sugar results and a remote bolus to your pump if your meter and pump
are connected.
There are two ways to connect your meter to your pump: Manual Connect and Auto
Connect. Use Auto Connect to quickly connect to your pump. Use Manual Connect if
there are other Medtronic devices nearby. With Manual Connect, you will be prompted
to enter the device (meter) serial number so the pump can find your meter. With Auto
Connect, there is no need to enter a serial number. The meter and pump search for each
other, and you just need to confirm the serial numbers to connect.
Connecting to the Pump Using Auto Connect
NOTE: Place your meter and your pump side by side before you begin the
connection process. You need to alternate between both devices to complete
theconnection.
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MAINMENU
32
3. Press the button to display the 14 Day Fasting
Average. If you have marked any test results as
Fasting, you will see your Fasting Average first.
14 DAY FASTING
AVERAGE
7.1
12
8
40
60
mmol
L
5. Press the button to go to the 14 Day After Meal
Average.
4. Press the button to go to the 14 Day Before Meal
Average.
14 DAY BEFORE MEAL
AVERAGE
7.1
8
26
4
38
mmol
L
14 DAY AFTER MEAL
AVERAGE
9.7
9
8
0
17
mmol
L
TRENDS
TARGET:
3.9 - 7.2
Viewing Trends With AutoLog Off
Your meter has been preset to 14 day averages. You can change the Trends time range to 7,
30, or 90 days inSetup.
1. Press and hold the top Menu button to turn the meter on.
2. Press the button to highlight
Trends
. Press OK to select.
3. Press the button to display the
14 Day
Results
screen.
14 DAY RESULTS
AVERAGE
9.7
mmol
L
18
22
5
45
Trends (Averages and Summaries)
The Trends feature displays your averages and your results as they compare to your
Targets, over a period of time that you select. The options available are 7, 14, 30 and 90 day
averages. Your meter has been preset to 14day averages, but you can change this under
Trends Range in the Setup Menu (see page51).
Your 90 day average is not intended to be reflective of your HbA1c result.
Your screen will display the total number of test results included in the average and the
number of tests above
, within and below Target.
Trends (Averages and Summaries)
Viewing Trends With AutoLog On
1. Press and hold the top Menu button to turn the meter on.
2. Press the button to highlight
Trends
. Press OK to select.
This example shows that your Before Meal average is 7.1 mmol/L and 38 test results are
included in the Before Meal average with 26within
the Target range, 8above the
Target range and 4 below
the Targetrange.
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Connect Device
Manual Connect
Auto Connect
Cancel Continue
Auto Connect
are in search mode.
Before using Auto
Connect, be sure no other
nearby Medtronic devices
New Device
See User Guide to connect
new device. Select Search
below when ready.
Search
CONNECT TO PUMP
Searching...
Cancel
The search may take up to 2minutes.
Searching...
Start search on new device.
Search may take up to 2
minutes.
10. Read the pump screen. Be sure other nearby Medtronic
devices are NOT in search mode. Use the down arrow
to scroll to the next page. Use arrow buttons to scroll to
Continue. Press Select button
.
Connecting to the Pump Using Auto Connect
9. Place the meter and pump next to each other. Select
Auto
Connect
on your pump.
NOTE: With Auto Connect, the meter automatically searches for a pump. With
Manual Connect, you enter your meter serial number into the pump. See page38 for
information about Manual Connect.
Manual Connect
Auto Connect
CONNECT TO PUMP
Select Auto Connect on your meter.
11. Place the meter and pump next to each other. Select Search
on your pump.
Search
Cancel
CONNECT TO PUMP
Select “Search” on
Your Pump and meter.
Select Search on yourmeter.
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6. Pick up your pump. Press any button to turn the screen on,
then press the Menu button
. Use the down arrow to
scroll to
Utilities
. Press Select button .
Menu
Insulin Settings
Sensor Settings
Events Markers
Reminders
Utilities
NOTE: If your pump screen turns off, press any button to turn it back on.
7. In the Utilities menu, use the down arrow to scroll to
Device Options
. Press Select button .
8. In the Device Options menu, scroll to
Connect Device
. Press
Select button
.
5. Press OK. Put the meterdown.
Select “Connect
Device” on your Pump.
CONNECT TO PUMP
OK
Go Back
4. The Connect to Pump screens appear next. Press Yes
to connect to a MiniMed insulin pump now.
No MiniMed Pump
connected. Connect now?
PUMP OPTIONS
Yes
No
®
Connecting to the Pump Using Auto Connect
Utilities
Self Test
Carb Unit
Manage Settings
Sensor Demo
Device Options
Device Options
Manage Devices
Connect Device
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17. After the meter and pump are connected, you set your
Send Options
. This controls
how your meter sends blood glucose readings to your MiniMed insulin pump. Choose
the
Send Option
that is best for you.
Your options are:
Always
Meter will always send results
Ask Me
Meter will ask you before sending results
Never
Meter will never send results
Automatically send
results to the Pump?
Always
Ask me
Never
SEND OPTIONS
OK
Send Options set.
Meter will always
send results.
18. The next screen confirms your Send Option choice.
Press OK.
In this step, you select how the date and time are displayed on your meter.
NOTE: Your pump automatically controls the date and time. If they need to be
changed on your pump, see your MiniMed insulin pump user guide. The date
format you choose on the meter applies to the meter only.
Month/Day/Year
Day.Month.Year
DATE FORMAT
SELECT
19. The Date Format screen appears. Choose your date
format.
20. After making your choice, a confirmation screen
appears. Press
OK
to confirm and return to the
SetupMenu.
OK
DATE/TIME
Date / Time is set by
Pump.
10:30 PM | 10/13/11
Meter Send Options
mmol/L
Active Insulin 0.0 u
Bolus Basal
12:49
PM
16. Hold the back button on the pump until you see the home
screen. Put down the pump and pick up the meter.
Your choice can be changed later using Setup (see
page 42).
BG
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Manage Devices
BGJ133333F
PUMP CONNECTED
MiniMed Pump
connected:
AA1234567B
Next
Delete
14. The confirmation screen briefly appears on your pump
followed by the Manage Devices screen.
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Connecting to the Pump Using Auto Connect
12. Check that the SN (serial number) on the pump screen
matches the meter SN on the meter screen.
If they match, scroll to Confirmon the pump.
Press Select button
.
Confirm Devic e SN
BGJ133333F foun d: SN:
BGJ133333F
Cancel
Confirm
Use Pump to confirm Device
SN:
BGJ133333F
CONNECT TO PUMP
13. Turn the pump over. Check that the SN on the back of
the pump matches the pump serial number now on the
meterscreen.
When the pump links to the meter, the SN on the meter screen will change to a different
serial number. This number is the pump SN.
PUMP CONNECTED
MiniMed Pump
connected:
AA1234567B
Next
Delete
15. Then press Next on your meter.
NOTE: To remove this pump, press Delete. The Connect to Pump process starts
over to allow you to connect to adifferent pump.
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8. In the Device Options menu, scroll to
Connect Device
. Press
Select button
.
Manual Connect
Auto Connect
CONNECT TO PUMP
9. Place the meter and pump next to each other. Select
Manual
Connect
on your pump. Select Manual Connect on your meter.
10. Pick up the pump. Enter the meter serial number (SN) shown on
the meter into the pump screen. Use the up
and down
buttons to select the characters, then press the right button
to move to the next character. Keep pressing up to get to the
alphabet. Press down to go in reverse (starting with “Z”). Press
the Select button
after entering the last SN character. Select
OK on your pump.
Use Pump to enter
this Device SN:
BG1234567B.
OK
Go Back
CONNECT TO PUMP
Enter Device SN
Press OK on the meter afterentering the complete meter
SN into thepump.
Connecting to the Pump Using Manual Connect
Device Options
Manage Devices
Connect Device
Connect Device
Manual Connect
Auto Connect
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Connecting to the Pump Using Manual Connect
NOTE: Place your meter and your pump side by side before you begin. You need to
alternate between both devices to complete the connection.
See page 33 for the Auto Connect steps.
1. Press and hold the top Menu button to turn the meter on.
2. Press the button to highlight Setup. Press OK to select.
3. Press the button to highlight Pump Options. Press OK
to select.
Pump Options
Reminder
Date
OK
SETUP
4. The Pump Options screen appears and asks if you
would like to Connect now. Press Yes.
No MiniMed Pump
connected. Connect now?
PUMP OPTIONS
Yes
No
5. Press OK. Put the meterdown.
Select "Connect
Device" on your Pump.
OK
Go Back
CONNECT TO PUMP
6. Pick up your pump.
Press any button to turn screen on, then press the Menu button
. Use the down arrow to scroll to
Utilities
. Press Select
button
.
7. In the Utilities menu, use the down arrow
to scroll to
Device Options
. Press Select button .
NOTE: If your pump screen turns off, press any button to turn it back on.
®
Connecting to the Pump Using Manual Connect
Menu
Insulin Settings
Sensor Settings
Events Markers
Reminders
Utilities
Utilities
Self Test
Carb Unit
Manage Settings
Sensor Demo
Device Options
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Automatically send
results to the Pump?
Always
Ask Me
Never
SEND OPTIONS
Send Options set.
Meter will always
send results.
OK
17. The Date Format screen appears. Choose your date
format.
OK
DATE/TIME
Date / Time is set by
Pump.
10:30 PM | 10/13/11
Month/Day/Year
Day.Month.Year
DATE FORMAT
SELECT
18. After making your choice, a confirmation screen
appears. PressOK.
19. Press
OK
to confirm and return to the SetupMenu.
Connected to Pump.
OK
Connecting to the Pump Using Manual Connect
If you have just connected to a pump for the first time, you will be returned to
Initial Setup, Meter Send Options, Step 17 (page10).
Send Options controls how your meter sends your test results to your pump. You have
3choices:
Always
Meter will always send results
Ask Me
Meter will ask you before sending results
Never
Meter will never send results
16. The next screen confirms your choice. Press OK.
15. Choose the Send Option that is best for you.
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BG Meter connection
successful
PUMP CONNECTED
Synchronizing time and
date with Pump..
PUMP CONNECTED
MiniMed Pump
connected:
AA1234567B
Next
Delete
Search
New Device
See User Guide to connect
new device. Select Search
below when ready.
CONNECT TO PUMP
Searching...
Cancel
Searching...
Start search on new device.
Search may take up to 2
minutes.
®
Connecting to the Pump Using Manual Connect
13. The next screens on both devices confirm that meter and
pump are connected.
12. The meter searches for the pump. When it finds the
pump, the meter synchronizes the time and date with
the pump.
14. Press Next on the meter.
11. Place the meter and pump next to each other. Select Search
on your pump. Select Search on yourmeter.
Search
Cancel
CONNECT TO PUMP
Select “Search” on
Your Pump and meter.
The search may take up to 2minutes.
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Send Options
Connection
Go Back
PUMP OPTIONS
CONNECTION
Connected to:
AA1234567B
MiniMed Pump
Delete
Go Back
CONNECTION
Delete Pump?
AA1234567B
MiniMed Pump
Yes
No
Pump Options
Reminder
Date
OK
SETUP
Pump Deleted.
Pump and meter are
no longer connected.
OK
4. Press Connection.
3. Press the button to highlight
Reminder: Off
. Press OK
to turn ON the reminder.
SETUP
Pump Options
Reminder: Off
Date
OK
Test Reminders
Viewing or Disconnecting Your Pump Connection
Your meter must be connected to your MiniMed insulin pump to view pump connection or
disconnect from pump.
1. Press and hold the top Menu button to turn the meter on.
2. Press the button to highlight
Setup
. Press OK to select.
5. To disconnect from the pump shown, press Delete.
6. Press Yes to confirm you want to delete the pump.
7. A confirmation screen appears. Press OK to return to
Setup.
3. Press the button to highlight
Pump Options
. Press OK
to select.
Test Reminders
A reminder for your next test can be set after testing or from the Setup Menu. See page28 for
Setting a Test Reminder after Testing.
Setting a Reminder
1. Press and hold the top Menu button to turn the meter on.
2. Press the button to highlight Setup. Press OK to select.
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Send Options set.
Meter will ask you
before sending results.
OK
Always
Ask Me
Never
SEND OPTIONS
Automatically send
results to the Pump?
SEND OPTIONS
Send is set to
Always.
Change
Go Back
Send Options
Connection
Go Back
PUMP OPTIONS
4. Press Send Options.
NOTE: For Connection settings, see page 33.
Pump Options
Reminder
Date
OK
SETUP
Changing the Send Option
NOTE: The meter must be connected to your MiniMed insulin pump to set or
change Send Options.
Send Options controls how your meter sends your test results to your pump. You have
3choices:
Always
Meter will always send results
Ask Me
Meter will ask you before sending results
Never
Meter will never send results
NOTE: You may want to test with the Send Option set to Never if you do not want
to create a wireless signal (for example, if you have been asked to turn off all
electronic devices on an aircraft).
1. Press and hold the top Menu button to turn the meter on.
2. Press the button to highlight
Setup
. Press OK to select.
®
Changing the Send Option
5. To change the current Send Option, press Change.
6. Choose the Send Option that is best for you.
7. A confirmation screen appears. Press OK to return to
Pump Options.
3. Press the button to highlight
Pump Options
. Press OK
to select.
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SETUP
OK
Reminder
Date: 10/13/10
Time
DATE
SELECT
Month/Day/Year
Day.Month.Year
DATE
10 / 13 / 11
CHANGE YEAR
OK
Date is set.
Done
Change
10 / 13 / 11
DATE
10 / 13 / 10
mm/dd/yy
Change
Go Back
Date and Time
Date and Time
Setting the Date (When Not Connected to aPump)
You can set the date and time on your meter only when the meter is NOT connected to a
pump. If the meter is connected to a pump, date and time are set on the pump (see Setting
the Date and Time When Connected to a Pump, page 46).
1. Press and hold the top Menu button to turn the meter on.
2. Press the button to highlight
Setup
. Press OK to select.
5. Select either format, Month/Day/Year or
Day.Month.Year.
3. Press the button to highlight
Date
. Press OK
to select.
6. Press the or button to select the correct year,
month and day. Press
OK
after each selection.
7. A screen confirms the date you entered. Press Done if
the date is correct.
Setting the Time (When Not Connected to aPump)
You can set the date and time on your meter only when the meter is NOT connected to a
pump. If the meter is connected to a pump, date and time are set on the pump (see Setting
the Date and Time When Connected to a Pump, page 46).
1. Press and hold the top Menu button to turn the meter on.
2. Press the button to highlight
Setup
. Press OK to select.
4. To change the date, press Change.
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Reminder in:
15
mins
3
hrs
Change
Done
6. A confirmation screen appears and you can select
Change or Done.
If you accept the reminder, a reminder icon
will appear in the Setup and Main Menu
headers.
NOTE: If you decide to test within 15 minutes before the reminder time, the
countdown stops when you insert a test strip.
3. Press the button to highlight Reminder: On.
PressOK to turn the Reminder OFF.
SETUP
OK
Pump Options
Reminder: On
Date
4. Select Stop. A confirmation screen appears and
the countdown stops.
Pump Options
Reminder: Off
Date
OK
SETUP
5. Reminder is nowoff.
REMINDER
REMINDER IN
2
hrs
30
mins
Stop
Change
Go Back
4. To accept the preset time shown, select Start. To
change the time, select Change, and you can change
the reminder time in 15-minute increments from
15 minutes to 23 hours, 45minutes.
REMINDER
CHANGE COUNTDOWN
2
hrs
30
mins
OK
REMINDER
COUNTDOWN
2
hrs
30
mins
Start
Change
Go Back
5. After you have selected hours, press OK. After you have
selected minutes, press OK.
®
Turning Off a Reminder
Turning Off a Reminder
To turn off a reminder, you can use the Setup Menu, or do a blood sugar test within 15
minutes of the reminder time. To use the Setup Menu:
1. Press and hold the top Menu button to turn the meter on.
2. Press the button to highlight Setup. Press OK to select.
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SETUP
OK
Time
Sound: On
AutoLog
Sound is Off.
Sound is On.
Accept
Turn Off
SOUND
Sound
AutoLog: Off
Target
OK
SETUP
Sound
Sound
Turning the Sound On/Off
Sound is ON when you receive your meter. Some error messages and the Reminder bell will
override the Sound Offsetting.
1. Press and hold the top Menu button to turn the meter on.
2. Press the button to highlight
Setup
. Press OK to select.
3. Press the button to select Sound. Press OK.
4. To turn the sound OFF, press Turn Off. To keep the
sound turned ON, press Accept.
A screen confirms yourchoice.
AutoLog
NOTE: Your meter comes with AutoLog turned OFF.
The AutoLog feature lets you mark your test result as
Fasting Before Meal After Meal No Mark
To Turn On AutoLog
1. Press and hold the top Menu button to turn the meter on.
2. Press the button to highlight
Setup
. Press OK to select.
3. Press the button to highlight
AutoLog
. Press OK
to select.
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SETUP
OK
Date
Time: 11:30 PM
Sound
3. Press the button to highlight Time. Press OK
to select.
4. To change the time, pressChange.
TIME
11:3 0
24 HOUR CLOCK
Change
Go Back
5. Select either the
12 Hour Clock
or
24 Hour Clock
option.
TIME
SELECT
12 Hour Clock
24 Hour Clock
6. Press the or button to select the correct hour and
minute. Press OK after each selection.
7. If you have selected the 12 hour clock format, press
the or button to select AM or PM.
OK
Sync
DATE/TIME
Date / Time is set
by Pump.
10:30 PM | 10/13/11
TIME
CHANGE HOURS
OK
10:30
AM
Time is set.
Done
Change
10:30
PM
8. Time is set. A screen confirms your choice. Press Done.
NOTE: The date format change only applies to the meter (not the pump).
®
Setting the Time (When Not Connected to aPump)
If this is the first time you are setting the date and time, return to Initial Setup,
AutoLog, Step 21 (page 10).
When connected to a pump, you can only change the
format of the date as it appears on themeter.
Press Sync to synchronize the meter with the date and
time that is set on the Pump.
Setting Date and Time (When Connected to aPump)
When connected to a pump, you can change the date and time at the pump. The date
and time are synchronized to the pump when the meter is first connected to the pump,
when a blood sugar result is sent to the pump, or if you select the
Date
or
Time
option in the
SetupMenu.
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AutoLog
Target
Trends Range
OK
SETUP
TARGET
Accept
Change
3.9 – 10.0
5. Use the or button to change each value of the
Target. Press OK after each selection.
A screen confirms your choice.
TARGET
4.2 - 10.0
OK
Target is set.
Done
Change
4.2 - 10.0
Blood Sugar Targets
Blood Sugar Targets
Targets are your personal ranges for your blood sugar results. With AutoLog OFF, you have
a single Target range. With AutoLog ON, you have Target ranges for Fasting, Before Meal,
and After Meal.
WARNING
Talk to your health care professional before setting any Target ranges on your
meter.
1. Press and hold the top Menu button to turn the meter on.
2. Press the button to highlight
Setup
. Press OK to select.
Changing Targets With AutoLog Off
When AutoLog is OFF, you have only one Target range. It comes preset to 3.9 - 10.0 mmol/L.
3. Press the button to highlight Target. Press OK
to select.
4. To make changes to your Target range, pressChange.
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1. Press and hold the top Menu button to turn the meter on.
2. Press the button to highlight
Setup
. Press OK to select.
4. To turn AutoLog OFF, press
Turn Off
.
Sound
AutoLog: On
Target
OK
SETUP
AUTOLOG
AutoLog is On.
Accept
Turn Off
3. Press the button to highlight AutoLog. Press OK
to select.
NOTE: When you change your AutoLog setting to OFF, you are asked to
confirmyour Target setting.
A screen confirms yourchoice.
AutoLog is Off.
AUTOLOG
AutoLog is Off.
Accept
Turn On
AutoLog is On.
®
To Turn Off AutoLog
To Turn Off AutoLog
NOTE: Your meter comes with AutoLog OFF.
4. Press
Turn On
to activate AutoLog.
A screen confirms yourchoice.
NOTE:
• When you change your AutoLog setting to ON, you are asked to confirm your Target
settings for Fasting, Before Meal and After Meal.
• Your test result does not display until you make an AutoLog selection.
• If your result is above or below your High or Low Alertsettings, you will see your
result without pushing abutton.
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Trends Range
The Trends feature displays your averages and your results as they compare to your
Targets, over a period of time that you select. The options available are 7, 14, 30 and 90
day averages. Your meter has been preset to 14 day averages, but you can change this
inSetup.
1. Press and hold the top Menu button to turn the meter on.
2. Press the � button to highlight Setup. Press
OK
to select.
5. Your current setting is displayed. You can Accept or
Change your current setting.
Target
Trends Range
High and Low Alerts
OK
SETUP
TRENDS RANGE
Accept
Change
CURRENT SETTING
14 Day
NOTE: Your 90 day average is not intended to be reflective of your HbA1c result.
3. Press the � button to highlight
Trends Range
.
4. Press
OK
to select.
6. Select 7, 14, 30 or 90 Day by using the � button and
then press OK.
A screen confirms your choice.
OK
7 Day
14 Day
30 Day
90 Day
TRENDS RANGE
3. Press the � button to highlight High and Low Alerts.
Press OK to select.
Trends Range
High and Low Alerts
Language
OK
SETUP
Trends Range
High and Low Alerts
The High and Low Alerts tell you that your test result is above or below the setting you
choose. Alerts appear as large orange numbers. Results above High are marked High Blood
Sugar. Results below Low are marked Low Blood Sugar.
NOTE: Alerts can only be set outside your selected Target Range(s). For additional
information, you may contact Customer Service. Contact information for Customer
Service is on the back cover.
WARNING
Talk to your health care professional before setting any High or Low Alerts on
your meter.
1. Press and hold the top Menu button to turn the meter on.
2. Press the � button to highlight
Setup
. Press OK to select.
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5. Press the or button to select your desired Fasting
Targets. Press OK after each selection.
TARGET
Accept
Change
Fasting
3.9 - 7.2
4. To make changes to your Fasting Target range, press
Change, otherwise press Accept.
SETUP
OK
AutoLog
Target
Trends Range
6. Repeat this process to set your personal Before Meal Targets and After Meal Targets.
7. Press
OK
after each selection.
3. Press the button to highlight Target. Press OK
to select.
TARGET
OK
Fasting
3.9 - 7.2
Targets are set.
Done
Change
3.9 - 7.2
3.9 - 10.0
3.9 - 10.0
A screen confirms that all Target ranges are set.
If correct, press Done to return to the Setup Menu.
To make changes, press Change and repeat the process.
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Changing Targets With AutoLog On
Changing Targets With AutoLog On
NOTE: Targets can only be set inside your selected Alert level(s). For additional
information, you may contact Customer Service. Contact information for Customer
Service is on the back cover.
When AutoLog is ON, your CONTOUR®NEXT LINK 2.4 meter comes preset with the following
Target ranges for testing:
Fasting 3.9 - 7.2 mmol/L
Before Meal 3.9 - 7.2 mmol/L
After Meal 3.9 - 10.0 mmol/L
Ranges can be changed to personal Targets decided by you and/or your health care
professional.
1. Press and hold the top Menu button to turn the meter on.
2. Press the button to highlight Setup. Press OK to select.
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TECHNICAL
& CARE
For more information, contact Customer Service. Please see back cover for contact
information.
IMPORTANT: The CONTOUR NEXT LINK 2.4 meter has only been tested for use with
G
LUCOFACTS DELUXE diabetes management software, and with the CareLink Personal
and CareLink Professional software. Ascensia Diabetes Care is not responsible for any
erroneous results from the use of other software.
Wrong Strip Inserted
Repeat test with
correct test strip.
E04
Transferring Data to Medtronic’s CareLink
®
Personal
Software or CareLink
®
Professional Software
Transferring Data to Medtronic’s CareLink® Personal Software or
CareLink®Professional Software
Technical and Care
You can easily transfer blood glucose results from
your meter to the CareLink Personal software or
CareLinkProfessional software.
You can also wirelessly transfer data from your
MiniMed insulin pump to CareLink Personal software
or CareLink Professional software using your
C
ONTOUR
®
NEXT LINK 2.4 meter.
1. Refer to the CareLink Personal software or CareLink Professional software user guide for
instructions on how to set up your CareLink software and load the required drivers onto
your computer.
2. If you are running G
LUCOFACTS
®
DELUXE diabetes management software on your
computer, you must close it.
3. Start up your CareLink software. Follow the instructions to plug your
C
ONTOUR NEXTLINK 2.4 meter into a USB port on your computer. Your CareLink
software will automatically find the C
ONTOUR NEXT LINK 2.4 meter and your MiniMed
insulin pump.
Your C
ONTOUR NEXT LINK 2.4 meter is also compatible with GLUCOFACTS DELUXE diabetes
management software, which may not be available in all countries.
Error Detection Displays
• An error screen will always have an “E” with a number in the lower left corner of
thedisplay.
• If there is an error (hardware, software, testing errors) detected by your meter, your meter
will beep twice.
• You will see specific instructions to guide you. The first line of the error screen will tell you
the error. The next lines describe what you should do. When an error screen displays an
OK, press the button next to it to continue.
• If you do not resolve the problem, contact Customer Service. Please see back cover for
contact information.
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Accept
Change
HIGH AND LOW ALERTS
High: 13.9
mmol/L
Low: 3.9
mmol/L
Alerts are set.
Done
Change
High: 14.0
mmol/L
Low: 3.8
mmol/L
4. Choose Accept to use the preset Alert levels (or the
Alert levels you chose during initial setup) for High and
Low Alerts. The preset High Alert is 13.9mmol/L and
the preset Low Alert is 3.9 mmol/L.
5. Choose Change if you wish to use different Alert levels.
6. Press the or button to select your High and Low
Alert. Press
OK
after each selection.
7. The next screen confirms your choices. Press Done.
High and Low Alerts
Language
Customer Service
OK
SETUP
Language:
English
OK
No
LANGUAGE
English
Deutsch
Español
OK
HIGH AND LOW ALERTS
High: 14.0
mmol/L
Low: 3.9
mmol/L
OK
®
Set Language
Set Language
1. Press and hold the top Menu button to turn the meter on.
2. Press the button to highlight
Setup
. Press OK to select.
5. Verify that the language you selected is displayed.
Press
OK
to confirm.
If the correct language is not displayed, press
No
.
3. Press the button to highlight
Language
. Press OK
to select.
Customer Service
This option is to be used if you are speaking to a Customer Service representative. They will
give you a code that enables them to verify certain settings. It is not for use any other time.
Please see back cover for contact information.
4. Press the or button to select the language you
prefer. Press to see more choices. Press OK.
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Transferring Data to Medtronic’s CareLink
®
Personal
Software or CareLink
®
Professional Software
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Do Not Test
Rapid Charge
End of Meter Life/Battery Removal
Pry up rechargeable battery here (A).
Disconnect battery by pulling battery connector(B).
NOTE: Carry out this process only when you no longer intend to use the meter. Meter
will not be functional once opened to remove the battery.
Dispose of the meter and lithium polymer battery in accordance with your local/
country laws and regulations.
To remove the battery for proper disposal, you will need
to pry the upper and lower cases apart.
With a screwdriver, beginning near the strip port, insert
the tip of the screwdriver and twist to pry the case
loose. Continue to do this down the side until the upper
case comes apart.
Rapid Charge
Rapid Charge
If the battery is low when you plug in your meter, it will Rapid Charge for about 1 minute.
You can run a blood sugar test as soon as Rapid Charge is complete and you have
unplugged the meter.
Normal Charging
When Rapid Charge ends, normal charging is expected to last up to 2 hours when plugged
into a high-powered USB port. When the battery is fully charged, the test strip port light
turnsoff.
NOTE: If the charging status displays “Low Power Charging,” your
CONTOUR®NEXT LINK 2.4 meter may be plugged into a low-powered USB port.
Please try a different USB port on your computer. Only connect to a computer
or a 5V charger approved by a certified body such as UL, TUV or CSA.
CAUTION: Please be aware that USB ports in some computers and self-powered USB
hubs can become much warmer than the room. If you wish to test immediately after
disconnecting from your computer, please use the USB cable to protect the meter from
exposure to heat created by the computer.
B
A
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OK
Bolus
Logbook
Trends
Setup
MENU
OK
Bolus
Logbook
Trends
Setup
MENU
Charge Soon
Battery low.
A40
Shutting Down
Battery is dead.
A42
®
Battery Status
Battery Status Displays
The battery status is displayed with a battery symbol on the Apply Blood screen and
the Main Menu screen. It shows how much battery life is left.
Battery Status
As the battery is used, the battery symbol on the screen
gradually shows less fill colour. The colour of the battery
fill turns yellow when the battery is low and then red
when your battery is almost out of charge.
A series of low battery alerts tell you that the battery is
low and to
Charge Soon
.
Battery Charging
When you plug your meter into your wall charger or computer, it starts to charge
immediately. While the battery charges, the test strip port light flashes slowly.
Press the top Menu button at any time to display the charging status.
Plug the meter into your wall charger or into the USB port of your computer. Be sure your
computer is turned on and not in sleep, hibernate or power save mode.
The test strip port light flashes during charging and stops flashing and turns off when
charging is complete. Please remove the meter and store in the wallet until you are ready
totest.
If you do not charge the battery, a display alerts you:
“Shutting down, Battery is dead.” You must charge
immediately.
This screen displays fullbattery.
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Accuracy
Acceptance criteria in ISO 15197: 2013 are that 95% of all differences in glucose values
(i.e., between reference method and meter) should be within ± 0.83 mmol/L for glucose
values less than 5.55 mmol/L, and within ± 15% for glucose values greater than or equal to
5.55 mmol/L.
User Accuracy
A study evaluating glucose values from fingertip capillary blood samples obtained by
218lay persons showed the following results: 100% within ± 0.83 mmol/L of the medical
laboratory values at glucose concentrations below 5.55 mmol/L and 98.4% within ± 15% of
the medical laboratory glucose concentrations at or above 5.55 mmol/L.
Table 3 — System accuracy results for glucose concentrations between 2.0 mmol/L and
26.5 mmol/L
Within ±0.83 mmol/L or ±15% 600 of 600 (100%)
Precision
A repeatability study was conducted with the CONTOUR NEXT LINK 2.4 blood glucose
monitoring system using 5 venous whole blood specimens with glucose levels from 2.2 to
18.5 mmol/L. Multiple replicates (n=300) were tested using multiple CONTOUR NEXTLINK2.4
blood glucose meters and 3 lots of CONTOUR NEXT blood glucose test strips. The following
precision results were obtained.
Intermediate precision (which includes variability across multiple days) was evaluated using
3 control solutions. With each of 3 lots of CONTOUR NEXT test strips, each control was
tested once on each of 10 instruments on 10 separate days for a total of 300 readings.
Table 5 — System intermediate precision results for CONTOUR NEXT LINK 2.4 meter using
C
ONTOUR NEXT test strips
Control
Level
Mean,
mmol/L
Standard
Deviation
95% Confidence Interval of
Standard Deviation, mmol/L
Coefficient of
Variation (%)
Low
2.57 0.041 0.038 - 0.045 1.6
Normal
7.23 0.114 0.105 - 0.124 1.6
High
21.60 0.366 0.338 - 0.400 1.7
Table 4 — System repeatability results for CONTOUR NEXT LINK 2.4 meter using
C
ONTOUR NEXT test strips
Mean,
mmol/L
Pooled Standard
Deviation
95% Confidence Interval of
Standard Deviation, mmol/L
Coefficient of
Variation (%)
2.20 0.04 0.040 - 0.047 2.0
4.48 0.06 0.053 - 0.063 1.3
6.79 0.09 0.082 - 0.097 1.3
11.36 0.16 0.143 - 0.170 1.4
18.34 0.25 0.232 - 0.274 1.4
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®
Symptoms of High or Low Blood Sugar
Symptoms of High or Low Blood Sugar
You can better understand your test results by being aware of the symptoms of high or low
blood sugar. Some of the most common symptoms are:
Low blood sugar
(Hypoglycaemia):
High blood sugar
(Hyperglycaemia):
Ketones (Ketoacidosis):
• Shakiness
• Sweating
• Fast Heartbeat
• Blurred Vision
• Confusion
• Passing Out
• Irritability
• Seizure
• Extreme Hunger
• Dizziness
• Frequent Urination
• Excessive Thirst
• Blurred Vision
• Increased Fatigue
• Hunger
• Shortness of Breath
• Nausea or Vomiting
• Very Dry Mouth
Table 1 — System accuracy results for glucose concentration < 5.55 mmol/L
Within ± 0.28 mmol/L Within ± 0.56 mmol/L Within ± 0.83 mmol/L
160 of 186 (86.0%) 183 of 186 (98.4%) 186 of 186 (100%)
Technical Information
Accuracy
The CONTOUR®NEXT LINK 2.4 blood glucose monitoring system was tested in 100 capillary
blood samples using 600 CONTOUR®NEXT test strips. Two replicates were tested with each
of 3 lots of CONTOUR NEXT test strips for a total of 600 readings. Results were compared to
the YSI® glucose analyzer, which is traceable to the CDC hexokinase method.7 The tables
below compare the performance of the 2 methods.
WARNING
If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, test your blood sugar. If your
test result is under 2.8 mmol/L or above 13.9 mmol/L, contact your health care
professional immediately.
For additional information and a complete list of symptoms, contact your health
careprofessional.
Table 2 — System accuracy results for glucose concentration ≥ 5.55 mmol/L
Within ± 5% Within ± 10% Within ± 15%
307 of 414 (74.2%) 411 of 414 (99.3%) 414 of 414 (100%)
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Service Information
Service Information
If you have a problem and none of the problem-solving messages on the meter help, contact
Customer Service. Please see back cover for contact information. We have trained specialists
to help you.
Important
Speak to a Customer Service Representative beforereturning your meter for any reason.
He/she will give youthe information needed to get your problem handled correctly
andefficiently.
Have your C
ONTOUR
®
NEXT LINK 2.4 blood glucose meter and CONTOUR®NEXT test strips
available when you phone. It would also be helpful to have a bottle of C
ONTOUR
®
NEXT control
solution suitable for your test strips nearby.
A
B
Check List
This check list may be helpful when speaking with Customer Service:
1. Locate the model number (A) and serial number (B) on the back of the meter.
2. Locate the test strips’ expiry date on the bottle.
3. Check the battery symbol
on the screen. (See page 54, Battery Status.)
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Principles of the Procedure
Important Information
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the Industry Canada Standard
in RSS-210. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Principles of the Procedure
The CONTOUR®NEXT LINK 2.4 blood glucose test is based on measurement of electrical
current caused by the reaction of the glucose with the reagents on the electrode of the strip.
The blood sample is drawn into the tip of the test strip through capillary action. Glucose in the
sample reacts with FAD glucose dehydrogenase (FAD-GDH) and a phenothiazine derivative as
a mediator. Electrons are generated, producing a current that is proportional to the glucose in
the sample. After the reaction time, the glucose concentration in the sample is displayed. No
calculation is required.
Comparison Options
The CONTOUR NEXT LINK 2.4 system is designed for use with capillary whole blood.
Comparison to a laboratory method must be done simultaneously with aliquots of the same
sample. Note: Glucose concentrations drop rapidly due to glycolysis (approximately 5%-7%
per hour).
8
Industry Canada Statement
The term “IC:” before the certification/registration number only signifies that the Industry
Canada technical specifications were met.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1) this device may not cause interference, and
2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device. If you have questions, please contact Customer Service. Please see
back cover for contact information.
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System Specifications
Test Sample: Capillary whole blood
Test Result: Referenced to plasma/serum glucose
Sample Volume: 0.6 μL
Measuring Range: 1.1 mmol/L to 33.3 mmol/L
Countdown Time: 5 seconds
Memory: Stores most recent 1000 test results
Battery Type: Non-serviceable, 250mAh rechargeable lithium polymer battery, 3.4V –
4.2V (5V input voltage)
Meter/Battery Life: 5 years
Charging Current: 300 mA
Strip Storage Temperature Range:
0ºC
30ºC
Normal Control Storage Temperature Range:
9ºC
30ºC
Control Solution Operating Temperature Range:
15
35
Meter Operating Temperature Range:
5ºC
45ºC
Meter Operating Humidity Range: 10%–93% RH
Dimensions: 97 mm wide x 31 mm high x 18 mm thick
Weight: 43 grams
Sound Output: 45 to 80 dBA at a distance of 10 cm
Radio Transmitter Frequency: 2.4 GHz
Radio Transmitter Frequency: Maximum Radio Transmitter Power: 0 dBi EIRP
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC): The C
ONTOUR
®
NEXTLINK2.4 meter complies
with the electromagnetic requirement specified in ISO 15197: 2013. Electromagnetic
emissions are low and unlikely to interfere with other nearby electronic equipment,
nor are emissions from nearby electronic equipment likely to interfere with the
C
ONTOUR NEXTLINK2.4 meter. The CONTOUR NEXTLINK2.4 meter meets the
requirements of IEC 61000-4-2 for immunity to electrostatic discharge. Avoid use
of electronic devices in very dry environments, especially if synthetic materials are
present. The C
ONTOUR NEXTLINK2.4 meter meets the requirements of IEC 61326-1
for radio frequency interference. To avoid radio frequency interference do not use the
C
ONTOUR NEXTLINK2.4 meter near electrical or electronic equipment that are sources
of electromagnetic radiation, as these may interfere with the proper operation of the
meter.
System Specifications
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Symbols Used
The following symbols are used throughout the product labeling for the CONTOUR®NEXT LINK 2.4
blood glucose monitoring system (meter packaging and labeling, and reagent and control solution
packaging and labeling).
®
Symbols Used
Symbol
Symbol
What It Means What It Means
Use by date (last day of month)
Control Range Normal
Batch code Control Range Low
5ºC
45ºC
Temperature limitations Control Range High
Consult instructions for use Do not reuse
In Vitro Diagnostic Medical Device Sterilized using irradiation
Catalogue number Shake 15 times
Recycle Packaging
Caution
Number of test strips included
Batteries must be disposed of in accordance with laws in your country. Contact your
competent local authority for information on the relevant laws regarding disposal and
recycling in your area.
The meter should be treated as contaminated and disposed of according to local
safety rules. It should not be disposed of with waste electronic equipment.
The USB cable is waste electrical and electronic equipment. Do not dispose in
household waste. Remember to respect local regulations.
Symbol What It Means
Contact your health care professional or local waste disposal authority for medical waste
disposal guidelines.
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Cleaning and Disinfection
For more information see:
FDA Public Health Notification: Use of Fingerstick Devices on More than One Person Poses
Risk for Transmitting Bloodborne Pathogens: Initial Communication (2010).
http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/AlertsandNotices/ucm224025.htm
Cleaning Your Meter
Buttons
USB Connector (under cap)
Strip Port
Supplies Needed for Cleaning:
• Germicidal wipes containing 0.55% sodium hypochlorite (bleach)
• Paper towels
1. Carefully clean the meter with germicidal wipes until all soil is removed. Do not allow
cleaning solution to run into the meter through areas such as around the buttons or the
meter’s test strip or data ports.
2. Dry as necessary with a clean paper towel.
Disinfecting Your Meter
Supplies Needed for Disinfecting:
• Germicidal wipes containing 0.55% sodium hypochlorite (bleach)
• Paper towels
• Timing device
1. Before disinfecting, clean the meter as described in Cleaning Your Meter.
For proper disinfection, you must keep all meter surfaces wet for 60 seconds.
Using a new germicidal wipe, carefully wipe all outer surfaces of your meter until wet.
Do not allow cleaning solution to run into the meter through areas such as around the
buttons or the meter’s test strip or data ports.
2. Dry all meter surfaces and test strip port using a clean paper towel if needed.
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CAUTION: Avoid exposing meter and test strips to excessive humidity, heat, cold,
dust,or dirt.
Caring for Your Meter
®
Caring for Your Meter
• Store your meter in the carrying case provided wheneverpossible.
• Wash hands and dry well before handling to keep the meter and test strips free of
water, oils and othercontaminants.
• Keep blood, control solution, and cleaning fluid from entering the test strip port or
USBplug.
• Handle the meter carefully to avoid damaging the electronics or causing other
malfunctions.
• The USB cap of your C
ONTOUR
®
NEXT LINK 2.4 meter is designed to protect the USB
plug. Should you lose the cap, contact Customer Service for a replacement. Please see
back cover for contact information.
Cleaning and Disinfection
Your CONTOUR®NEXT LINK 2.4 meter should be cleaned and disinfected once a week.
For the meter, use only germicidal wipes containing 0.55% sodium hypochlorite (bleach),
which has been proven to be safe to use with the CONTOUR NEXTLINK2.4 meter and your
lancing device. Refer to the lancing device insert provided with your kit for detailed
instructions for cleaning and disinfecting the lancing device.
Cleaning is the removal of visible dirt and debris, but does not reduce the risk for
transmission of infectious diseases. Your CONTOUR NEXTLINK2.4 system should be
cleaned of dirt and debris once a week.
Disinfecting (if performed properly) reduces the risk of transmitting infectious diseases.
Your meter and lancing device should be disinfected once a week.
WARNING
Always wash your hands well with soap and water before and after testing and
handling the meter, lancing device, or test strips.
NOTE: If the meter is being operated by a second person who is providing testing
assistance to you, the meter and lancing device should be disinfected prior to use by
the second person.
Signs of Deterioration
The cleaning and disinfecting directions provided should not cause any damage or
degradation to the external case, buttons or display. Your CONTOUR NEXT LINK 2.4 meter
has been tested for 260 cycles of cleaning and disinfection (one cycle per week for 5 years).
This device has been demonstrated to withstand 5 years of cleaning and disinfection
without damage. You should contact Customer Service for assistance if your device
malfunctions for any cause or if you notice any changes in the meter case or display.
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Supplies
When calling or writing for supplies be sure to include the name of the replacement part or
accessory item.
Replacement Parts
Items
• CONTOUR®NEXT LINK 2.4 user guide
• C
ONTOUR NEXT LINK 2.4 quick reference guide
• USB extension cable
• USB cap
• Wall charger
• C
ONTOUR
®
NEXT test strips
• C
ONTOUR
®
NEXT control solution
• Lancing device
• Lancets
• Check the website www.diabetes.ascensia.com for any meter updates or
G
LUCOFACTS
®
DELUXE updates.
• To order parts, contact Customer Service. Please see back cover for contact information.
References
1. Wickham NWR, et al. Unreliability of capillary blood glucose in peripheral vascular
disease. Practical Diabetes. 1986;3(2):100.
2. Atkin SH, et al. Fingerstick glucose determination in shock. Annals of Internal Medicine.
1991;114(12):1020-1024.
3. Desachy A, et al. Accuracy of bedside glucometry in critically ill patients: influence of
clinical characteristics and perfusion index. Mayo Clinic Proceedings. 2008;83(4):400-
405.
4. American Diabetes Association. Standards of medical care in diabetes—2012.
Diabetes Care. 2012;35(Suppl 1):S11-63.
5. Canadian Diabetes Association Clinical Practice Guidelines Expert Committee.
Canadian Diabetes Association 2008 clinical practice guidelines for the prevention and
management of diabetes in Canada. Can J Diabetes. 2008;32(suppl 1):S30.
6. Cryer PE, Davis SN. Hypoglycemia. In: Kasper D, et al, editors. Harrison’s Principles of
Internal Medicine. 19th edition. New York, NY: McGraw Hill; 2015.
http://accessmedicine.mhmedical.com/content.aspx? bookid=1130§ionid=79753191
7. Data on file, Ascensia Diabetes Care.
8. Burtis CA, Ashwood ER, editors. Tietz Fundamentals of Clinical Chemistry. 5th edition.
Philadelphia, PA: WB Saunders Co; 2001;444.
Supplies
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®
Cleaning and Disinfection
Cleaning and Disinfecting Your Lancing Device
Refer to the lancing device insert provided with your kit for detailed instructions
for cleaning and disinfecting the lancing device.
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For warranty service: Purchaser must contact Ascensia Diabetes Care Customer
Service for assistance and/or instructions for obtaining service of this instrument. See
the back cover for contact information.
Warranty
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Manufacturer’s Warranty
Ascensia Diabetes Care warrants to the original purchaser that this instrument will be
free from defects in materials and workmanship for 5 years from the date of original
purchase (except as noted below). During the stated 5-year period, Ascensia Diabetes
Care shall, at no charge, replace a unit found to be defective with an equivalent or
current version of the owner’s model.
Limitations of Warranty: This warranty is subject to the following exceptions and
limitations:
1. A 90-day warranty only will be extended for consumable parts and/or accessories.
2. This warranty is limited to replacement due to defects in parts or workmanship.
Ascensia Diabetes Care shall not be required to replace any units that malfunction or
are damaged due to abuse, accidents, alteration, misuse, neglect, maintenance by
someone other than Ascensia Diabetes Care, or failure to operate the instrument in
accordance with instructions. Further, Ascensia Diabetes Care assumes no liability for
malfunction of or damage to Ascensia Diabetes Care instruments caused by the use
of test strips or control solution other than the appropriate products recommended by
Ascensia Diabetes Care (i.e., C
ONTOUR
®
NEXT test strips and CONTOUR®NEXT control
solutions).
3. Ascensia Diabetes Care reserves the right to make changes in the design of
this instrument without obligation to incorporate such changes into previously
manufactured instruments.
4. Ascensia Diabetes Care has not validated the performance of the
C
ONTOUR
®
NEXT LINK 2.4 blood glucose meter when used with any test strips other
than C
ONTOUR NEXT test strips, and therefore does not warrant the performance
of the C
ONTOUR NEXT LINK 2.4 meter when used with any test strips other than
C
ONTOUR NEXT test strips or when the CONTOUR NEXT test strip is altered or modified
in any manner.
5. Ascensia Diabetes Care makes no warranty regarding the performance of the
C
ONTOUR NEXT LINK 2.4 meter or test results when used with any control solution
other than C
ONTOUR NEXT control solution.
6. Ascensia Diabetes Care makes no warranty regarding the performance of the
C
ONTOUR NEXT LINK 2.4 meter or test results when used with any software other than
the G
LUCOFACTS
®
DELUXE diabetes management software (where supported) from
Ascensia Diabetes Care.
ASCENSIA DIABETES CARE MAKES NO OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY
FOR THIS PRODUCT. THE OPTION OF REPLACEMENT, DESCRIBED ABOVE, IS THE
ONLY OBLIGATION OF ASCENSIA DIABETES CARE UNDER THIS WARRANTY.
IN NO EVENT SHALL ASCENSIA DIABETES CARE BE LIABLE FOR INDIRECT, SPECIAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, EVEN IF ASCENSIA DIABETES CARE HAS BEEN
ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
®
Warranty
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Accuracy ............................................................. 56
Alerts ................................................................... 11
Battery .................................................................. 54
High/Low Blood Sugar ......................................... 22
Alternative Site Testing (AST) .............................. 18
Apply More Blood ................................................ 16
Auto Connect Meter and Pump .......................... 33
AutoLog/Meal Marking ........................................ 10
Turning Off ............................................................ 48
Turning On ............................................................47
Averages/Trends .................................................. 32
Battery ................................................................. 54
Charge ..................................................................55
Rapid Charge ........................................................ 55
Removal ................................................................ 55
Status Display ....................................................... 54
Block Mode ........................................................ 26
Blood Drop .......................................................... 15
Obtaining for Alternative
Site Testing ......................................................... 18
Obtaining for Fingertip Testing .............................15
Bolus from Setup Menu ..................................... 31
Bolus from Test Result ....................................... 25
Manual Bolus ........................................................ 26
Preset Bolus .......................................................... 27
Buttons .................................................................. 4
OK ........................................................................... 5
Scrolling/Selection .................................................. 5
Top Menu ................................................................ 4
Caring for your Meter ..........................................62
Changing Alerts ...................................................
11
Changing Targets ................................................ 50
Cleaning and Disinfection.................................... 62
Connecting Meter and Pump .............................. 33
Auto Connect ........................................................ 33
Manual Connect ................................................... 38
CONTOUR®NEXT
Control Solution .................................................... 23
Test Strip ................................................................ 3
Control Solution Testing ...................................... 23
Customer Service ................................................ 52
Contact Number .....................................Back cover
Date ..................................................................... 45
Format (Day.Month.Year) or
(Month/Day/Year) ................................................ 10
Setting : Connected to Pump ...............................46
Setting: Not Connected to Pump ......................... 45
Disconnect Pump From Meter ............................ 43
Endcap .................................................................. 3
Clear Endcap (for AST) ........................................... 3
Grey Endcap (for Fingertip Testing) ........................ 3
Error Displays ...................................................... 53
Fingertip Testing .................................................. 15
High and Low Alerts ............................................
11
Setting ................................................................... 11
When Testing ........................................................ 22
High (or Low) Blood Sugar .................................. 22
Alerts ..................................................................... 11
Symptoms ............................................................. 56
Initial Setup ............................................................ 5
Lancing ............................................................... 13
Language ............................................................... 6
Light (on Test Strip Port) ........................................ 4
Link Meter and Pump .......................................... 33
Logbook/Memory ................................................ 31
Adding Entries (Notes) .......................................... 30
Reviewing ............................................................. 31
Low (and High)
Blood Sugar Results ........................................
22
Low (or High) Blood Sugar Symptoms ................ 56
Main Menu ........................................................... 31
Bolus ..................................................................... 31
Logbook ................................................................ 31
Setup .................................................................... 33
Trends ................................................................... 32
Manual Bolus ....................................................... 26
Manual Connect ................................................. 38
Meal Markers/AutoLog ........................................ 10
Memory/Logbook ................................................ 31
Menu Button .......................................................... 4
Meter .....................................................................
4
Disposal ................................................................55
Overview ................................................................. 4
Index
69
Meter Care ........................................................... 62
mg/dL (milligrams per decilitre) .............................iii
mmol/L (millimoles per litre) ..................................iii
MiniMed Insulin Pump ........................................... 4
Notes ...................................................................
30
Adding to a Test Result ......................................... 30
Removing a Note ..................................................30
On/Off: Meter ....................................................... 4
Precision ..............................................................
57
Preset Bolus ........................................................ 27
Pump Connection .............................................. 33
Auto Connect ........................................................ 33
Disconnect/Delete ................................................ 43
Manual Connect ................................................... 38
Viewing Connection .............................................. 43
Pump Options ..................................................... 33
Auto Connect ........................................................ 33
Manual Connect ................................................... 38
Reminders ........................................................... 28
Setting After Testing..............................................28
Setting from Setup Menu ...................................... 43
Turn Off ................................................................ 44
Remote Bolus Off ............................................... 31
Sample Volume ................................................... 61
Scrolling/Selection Buttons ................................... 5
Send Options ......................................................
10
Change Setting ..................................................... 10
Sending Test Results to Pump..............................25
Service Information ............................................. 59
Setup Menu .........................................................
33
AutoLog ................................................................ 47
Customer Service ................................................. 52
Date ...................................................................... 45
High and Low Alerts ............................................. 51
Language .............................................................. 52
Pump Options ....................................................... 33
Reminders ............................................................. 43
Sound ................................................................... 47
Targets .................................................................. 49
Time ......................................................................45
Trends Range ........................................................ 51
Sound On/Off ......................................................47
Strip Port Light .....................................................
4
Strips ....................................................................3
Underfilled Strip .................................................... 16
Supplies/Replacement Parts ............................... 65
Symbols Used ..................................................... 60
Symptoms of High/Low
Blood Sugar ......................................................
56
Synchronize Time and Date ................................ 45
System Specifications ......................................... 61
Target Ranges...................................................... 12
With AutoLog Off ..................................................49
With AutoLog On .................................................. 50
Technical Information ......................................... 56
Test Strip Port Light ............................................... 4
Test Strips ............................................................. 3
Testing ................................................................ 13
Alternative Site Testing (AST) ............................... 18
Fingertip Testing .................................................. 15
Testing in the Dark ............................................... 22
Testing with AutoLog Off ..................................... 16
Testing with AutoLog On ......................................17
Testing Your Blood Sugar .................................... 13
Time ..................................................................... 45
Format (12 hour or 24 hour clock) ........................ 46
Setting: Connected to Pump ................................46
Setting: Not Connected to Pump ......................... 45
Trends (Averages/Summaries) ............................. 32
Viewing with AutoLog Off ..................................... 32
Viewing with AutoLog On ..................................... 32
Trends Range: Setting ........................................ 51
Turning Meter Off/On ............................................. 4
Underfilled Strip ................................................... 16
USB Extension Cable ............................................iv
Warranty .............................................................. 66
Website ...................................................
Back cover
Wireless, Turning On/Off ..................................... 42
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