Kernel Multi Check User Manual

Table of Contents

What is GCUHb Monitoring System for? .............................................................. 3

Important Information.............................................................................................................. 4

Items in the Package.................................................................................................................. 6

Items Need to be Purchased Separately .................................................................................. 6

Getting to Know GCUHb Blood Glucose/ Cholesterol/ Uric Acid /

Hemoglobin Multi-Function Monitoring System .................................................................... 7

Blood Glucose/ Cholesterol/ Uric Acid/ Hemoglobin Test Strips ...................... 7

Setting Up Your GCUHb Multi-Function Monitoring System ............................. 8

Setting Date and Time............................................................................................................. 8

Checking the Unit of Measurement....................................................................................... 9

Changing the Unit of Measurement ...................................................................................... 10

The Batteries Installation....................................................................................................... 10

Using Check Strip to Check the Meter.................................................................................. 11

Control Check with Glucose/ Cholesterol/ Uric Acid/ Hemoglobin Control Solutions 12

When to Run a Control Check with Glucose/ Cholesterol/ Uric Acid/ Hemoglobin Control Solutions?

Items You Need..................................................................................................................... 12

Steps for Running a Glucose Control Check ........................................................................ 12

Steps for Running a Cholesterol Control Check ................................................................... 14

Steps for Running a Uric Acid Control Check ....................................................................... 15

How to Read the Label on the Test Strip Vial?...................................................................... 19

Analyzing Your Control Results............................................................................................. 20

Blood Glucose/ Cholesterol/ Uric Acid/ Hemoglobin Testing ............................................. 21

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Steps for Running a Hemoglobin Control Check .................................................................. 17

Structure of Puncturer and Lancet ........................................................................................ 22

Steps for Using the Puncturer............................................................................................... 23

Testing Your Blood Glucose Level......................................................................................... 24

Understanding Your Blood Glucose Test Results.................................................................. 26

Testing Your Blood Cholesterol Level.................................................................................... 27

Understanding Your Blood Cholesterol Test Results............................................................. 29

Testing Your Blood Uric Acid Level........................................................................................ 30

Understanding Your Blood Uric Acid Test Results................................................................. 32

Using the Meter Memory.......................................................................................................... 36

Review the Stored Glucose Test Results.............................................................................. 36

Review the Stored Cholesterol Test Results......................................................................... 37

Review the Stored Uric Acid Test Results............................................................................. 37

Deleting the Stored Memory of Blood Glucose / Cholesterol / Uric Acid / Hemoglobin Test Results

Taking Care of Your Meter ....................................................................................................... 39

Maintaining the Meter............................................................................................................ 39

The Battery Replacement ..................................................................................................... 39

Cleaning the Meter................................................................................................................ 40

Troubleshooting Guide ............................................................................................................ 40

Speciﬁcations ........................................................................................................................... 46

Customer Services................................................................................................................... 48

Labeling and Information......................................................................................................... 48

Preparing the Puncturer (Lancing Device)............................................................................ 21

Items You Need..................................................................................................................... 21

Testing Your Blood Hemoglobin Level ................................................................................. 33

Understanding Your Blood Hemoglobin Test Results............................................................. 3

Review the Stored Hemoglobin Test Results............................................................................. 38

What is GCUHb Monitoring System for?

The self-testing

GCUHb Blood Glucose/Cholesterol/Uric Acid/Hemoglobin Multi-Function Monitoring System is designed for in vitro diagnostic use only (external use only). The system is for healthcare professionals and persons with diabetes or hypercholesterolemia or hyperuricemia to measure glucose, cholesterol and uric acid values in fresh capillary wholeblood from ﬁnger stick quantitatively. Frequent monitoring of whole blood glucose, cholesterol, uric acid and hemoglobin is an adjunct to the care of persons with diabetes, hypercholesterolemia and hyperuricemia.Simply apply a drop of blood to the test strip, the test result will be displayed on the screen after 10 seconds for glucose, 150 seconds for cholesterol and 20 seconds for uric acid and 10 seconds for hemoglobin.

The

GCUHb Monitoring System is suitable for diabetes, hypercholesterolemia

and hyperuricemia management at home or professional use.

The GCUHb meter can only be used with

Blood Glucose, Cholesterol ,Uric Acid and Hemoglobin Test Strips. The use of any other test strips may give incorrect results.



Before using the products to test your blood glucose, cholesterol ,uric acid and hemoglobin levels, read all the instructions carefully. It includes all the information you need to know in order to o get the accurate blood glucose, cholesterol and uric acid readings.

Do not change

your medical plan without doctor’s approval.The

GCUHb Monitoring System should not be used for the diagnosis of diabetes, hypercholesterolemia and hyperuricemia or for the test of newborns.

Important Information

Blood specimens containing ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) greater than 5mg/dL, uric acid greater

than 20mg/dL, acetaminophen greater than 15mg/dL, L-Dopa greater than 1.25 mg/dL, Dopamine greater than 3 mg/dL, Methyl-Dopa greater than 5 mg/dL, Glibenclimide greater than 10 mg/dL, creatinine greater than 20 mg/dL and Billirubin greater than 20 mg/dL may give inaccurate glucose results.

Blood specimens containing ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) greater than 5mg/dL, acetaminophen

greater than 15mg/dL, L-Dopa greater than 1.25 mg/dL, Dopamine greater than 3 mg/dL, Methyl-Dopa greater than 5 mg/dL, Glibenclimide greater than 10 mg/dL, creatinine greater than 20 mg/dL and Billirubin greater than 20 mg/dL may give inaccurate cholesterol results.

Blood specimens containing ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) greater than 5mg/dL, acetaminophen

Cholesterol up to 500 mg/dL or triglycerides up to 3000 mg/dL do not significantly affect

the glucose results. Grossly lipaemic patient samples have not been tested and are not recommended for testing glucose level with the GCUHb Monitoring System.

Hematocrit (percentage of red blood cells in your blood) below 30% or higher than 55% was

found to cause a higher or lower reading, respectively. No signiﬁcant effect on the reading was found for hematocrits in the blood sample between 30% and 55%.

The monitoring system will not work properly at altitudes greater than 8,000 feet. The System is designed to use at temperatures between 57.2°F and 104°F (14°C and 40°C)

and below 85% of relative humidity. If you use the system outside the proposed conditions, it can give false results.

Be sure to store the test strips between 40°F and 86°F (4°C and 30°C) and avoid direct

sunlight.

Be sure to follow your local regulations for proper disposal of used test strips and lancets. Do not use this meter in a dry environment, especially if synthetic materials are present.

Synthetic clothes, carpets, etc., may cause damaging static discharges in a dry environment.

Do not use this meter near cellular or cordless telephones, walkie talkies, garage door

openers, radio transmitters, or other electrical or electronical equipment that are sources of electromagnetic radiation, as these may interfere with the proper operation of the meter.

Items in the Package



GCUHb Meter



GCUHb User’s Manual



Puncturer (lancing device)



Log Book



Lancets



Check Strip



Wallet



Two AAA Batteries

Items Need to be Purchased Separately



Blood Glucose, Cholesterol, Uric Acid and Hemoglobin Test Strips

(comes with a code key)



Glucose/Cholesterol/Uric Acid Control Solutions (normal).

(3 ml for glucose and uric acid；1 ml for cholesterol and 1 ml for Hemoglobin)

Getting to Know GCUHb Blood Glucose/ Cholesterol/ Uric Acid / Hemoglobin Multi-Function Monitoring System

mmol/L( mol/L))

Blood Glucose/ Cholesterol/ Uric Acid/ Hemoglobin Test Strips

5 mm

Sample target area

Strip handle (You may touch here)

(You may apply your blood on either side of the sample target area.)

Contact bars(Insert this end to the test strip slot on the meter)

Target area (You must fill the whole white area with blood)

Sample target area

Strip handle (You may touch here)

(You may apply your blood on either side of the sample target area.)

Contact bars(Insert this end to the test strip slot on the meter)

Target area (You must fill the whole black area with blood)

Sample target area

Strip handle (You may touch here)

(You may apply your blood on either side of the sample target area.)

Contact bars(Insert this end to the test strip slot on the meter)

Target area (You must fill the whole yellow area with blood)

Sample target area

Strip handle (You may touch here)

Contact bars(Insert this end to the test strip slot on the meter)

Target area (You must fill the whole white area with blood)

Hemoglobin

(g/dL)

Setting Up Your GCUHb Multi-Function Monitoring

System Setting Date and Time

NOTE:

When you install the batteries into the meter every time or replace the batteries, the meter will enter setting mode automatically. You can set correct time and date before you begin testing.

6. When you finish setting,the meter

will turn off automatically in 30 seconds.

1. The meter will automaticallyenterthe setting mode after you install the batteries.

3. Press “S” button to obtain correct month.

4. Press “M” button to conﬁrm th e

month setting and shift to the date setting.

5. Repeat the same steps to set the date,hour and minute.

2. The month will ﬂash.

Checking the Unit of Measurement

Before you get started…

GCUHb meter can measure your blood glucose and cholesterol in metric unit, mmol/L

or milligrams per deciliter, mg/dL;

GCUHb meter can measure your uric acid in metric

unit, μmol/L or milligrams per deciliter, mg/dL.

GCUHb meter can measuse your hemoglobin in metric unit,mmol/L or grams per deciliter,g/dL.You should check this setting every time you put batteries into your meter.

Ensure that unit changing switch is in the “down” position to read unit in mg/dL(g/dL). In the “down” position, the switch has been pushed toward the middle of the battery compartment.

NOTE:

The unit of blood glucose and cholesterol test results displayed on the screen is either mg/dL or mmol/L, depending on which unit of measurement you have selected. The mmol/L results always include a decimal point; mg/dL results do not include a decimal point. The unit of blood uric acid test result displayed on the screen is either mg/dL or μmol/L, depending on which unit of measurement you have selected. The mg/dL results always include a decimal point; μmol/L results do not include a decimal point.

The unit of blood hemoglobin test results displayed on the screen is either g/dL or mmol/L, depending on which unit of measurement you have selected. The mmol/L results always include a decimal point; g/dL results do not include a decimal point.

3. Insert batteries and slide battery cover back.

The Batteries Installation

NOTE:

Your meter comes with two AAA size batteries (1.5V).

Changing the Unit of Measurement

1. Slide battery cover off the back of the meter and remove batteries.

There is a unit-changing switch in battery compartment. Use a screwdriver to adjust the switch.If you push it up,the glucose,cholesterol and hemoglobin unit changes to mmol/L; the uric acid unit changes from mg/dL to μmol/L. If you pull it down, the glucose, cholesterol

and uric acid unit is mg/dL ; the hemoglobin unit is g/dL.

1. Slide battery cover off from the back of the meter.

2. Insert two AAA size batteries (1.5V) into battery slot.

3. Slide battery cover back.

CAUTIONS:

◎

Make sure the “+” and “-“ ends of the batteries match the marks in the battery

compartment.

◎

Always replace both batteries at same time. Both batteries should be the same brand.

Using Check Strip to Check the Meter

You would need to use the check strip to check the meter when

You use GCUHb Monitoring System for the ﬁrst time. You drop the meter. 

You think there is something wrong with the results you got and you want to check whether

meter and test strips are working correctly or not.

1. Insert the check strip into the test strip slot on the meter.

The screen should display ”OK”. If “X” appears on the screen, remove the check

strip and reinsert it. If “X”displays again, stop the test and

call our customer

support.

Glucose control solution

Steps for Running a Glucose Control Check

CAUTIONS:

◎

Always check the glucose code key number to make sure it matches the number labeled

on the test strip vial when you run a glucose control test. Otherwise you may get incorrect results.

◎

Always write down the opening date of your vial and test strip vial

Both of them are good for only 3 months after ﬁrst opening or until the expiration date,

whichever comes ﬁrst.

Control Check with Glucose/ Cholesterol/ Uric Acid/ Hemoglobin Control Solutions

When to Run a Control Check with Glucose/ Cholesterol/ Uric Acid / Hemoglobin Control Solutions?



You think there is something wrong with the glucose, cholesterol , uric acid or h emo glo bin

measurement you got and you want to check whether meter and test strips are working correctly.

Items You Need

 Glucose/ Cholesterol/ Uric Acid / Hemoglobin Control Solutions  GCUHb Meter  Blood Glucose Test Strips  Blood Cholesterol Test Strips  Blood Uric Acid Test Strips

Glucose/ Cholesterol/ Uric Acid/ Hemoglobin Code Keys in the test strips box

◎

The result will be stored in memory and appear just like the blood glucose result.

 Blood Hemoglobin Test Strips

1.Insert the code key come with the glucose test strips into the code key slot on the back of the meter.

2. Take one strip from the vial. Close the vial quickly.

3. Insert the test strip into the test strip slot on the meter. The

, then the blood

Glu

Code

6005

Cautions: Make sure that the code number shown on the screen is the same as the code number printed on the glucose test strip vial, otherwise you may get incorrect measurement.

Hold the glucose control solution bottle upside down, slowly squeeze the bottle to form a small drop, discard the first drop of the solution, let the second drop touch the edge of the sample target area on the test strip. The control solution will be drawn into the reaction zone automatically.

You will hear a “Beep” sound. Close the cap of the control solution immediately. The meter starts to count down 10 seconds then show your result on the screen.

6. Check if the displayed glucose value falls within the acceptable range shown on the test strip vial.

7. Remove the test strip from the meter and discard it.

Glu

mg/dL

Glu

symbol along with date

Glu

meter will ﬁrst display code number

Cautions: Make sure that the code number shown on the screen is the same as the code number printed on the Cholesterol test strip vial, otherwise you may get incorrect measurement.

Steps for Running a Cholesterol Control Check

CAUTIONS:

Always check the Cholesterol code key number to make sure it matches the number

labeled on the test strip vial when you run a Cholesterol control test. Otherwise you may get incorrect results.

Always write down the opening date of your Cholesterol control solution vial and test strip

vial. Both of them are good for only 2 months after ﬁrst opening or until the expiration date,

whichever comes ﬁrst.

The result will be stored in memory and appear just like the blood cholesterol result.

Insert the cholesterol code key into the code key slot on the back of the meter.

Take one strip from the vial. Close the vial quickly.

Insert the test strip into the test strip slot on the meter.

Themeter will ﬁrst display code number ,

then the bloodsymbol along with date

CHOL

Code

9005

CHOL

Steps for Running a Uric Acid Control Check

CAUTIONS:

Always check the Uric Acid code key number to make sure it matches the number labeled

on the test strip vial when you run a Uric Acid control test. Otherwise you may get incorrect results.

Always write down the opening date of your Uric Acid control solution vial and test strip vial.

Both of them are good for only 2 months after ﬁrst opening or until the expiration date,

whichever comes ﬁrst.

The result will be stored in memory and appear just like the blood uric acid result.

Hold the Cholesterol control solution bottle upside down,slowly squeeze the bottle to form a small drop, discard the ﬁrst drop of the solution, let the second drop touch the edge of the sample target area on the test strip.The control solution will be drawn into the reaction zone automatically.

You will hear a “Beep” sound. Close the cap of the control solution immediately.The meter starts to count down 150 seconds then show your result on the screen.

Check if the displayed cholesterol value falls within the acceptable range shown on the test strip vial.

Remove the test strip from the meter and discard it.

CHOL

mg/dL

CHOL

5 50

1. Insert the uric acid code key into the code key slot on the back of the meter.

Take one strip from the vial. Close the vial quickly.

Insert the test strip into the test strip slot on the meter.

The meter will ﬁrst display code number

8004

then the blood symbol along with date

Cautions:

Make sure that the code number shown on the screen is the same as the code number printed on the Uric Acid test strip vial, otherwise you may get incorrect measurement.

Hold the Uric Acid control solution bottle upside down, slowly squeeze the bottle to form a small drop, discard the ﬁrst drop of the solution, let the second drop touch the edge of the sample target area on the test strip. The control solution will be drawn into the reaction zone automatically.

You will hear a “Beep” sound. Close the cap of the control solution immediately. The meter starts to count down 20 seconds then show your result on the screen.

Check if the displayed uric acid value falls within the

acceptable range shown on the test strip vial.

Remove the test strip from the meter and discard it.

5.6

55 0

Cautions: Make sure that the code number shown on the screen is the same as the code number printed on the Hemoglobin test strip vial, otherwise you may get incorrect measurement.

Steps for Running a Hemoglobin Control Check

CAUTIONS:

Always check the Hemoglobin code key number to make sure it matches the number

labeled on the test strip vial when you run a Hemoglobin control test. Otherwise you may get incorrect results.

Always write down the opening date of your

Hemoglobin control

solution vial and test strip

vial. Both of them are good for only 2 months after ﬁrst opening or until the expiration date,

whichever comes ﬁrst.

The result will be stored in memory and appear just like the blood cholesterol result.

Insert the hemoglobin code key into the code key slot on the back of the meter.

Take one strip from the vial. Close the vial quickly.

Insert the test strip into the test strip slot on the meter.

The meter will ﬁrst display code number ,

then the blood symbol along with date

Code

8702

Hold the Hemoglobin control solution bottle upside down,slowly squeeze the bottle to form a small drop, discard the ﬁrst drop of the solution, let the second drop touch the edge of the sample target area on the test strip.The control solution will be drawn into the reaction zone automatically.

You will hear a “Beep” sound. Close the cap of the control solution immediately.The meter starts to count down 10 seconds then show your result on the screen.

Check if the displayed

Hemoglobin

value falls within

the

acceptable range shown on the test strip vial.

Remove the test strip from the meter and discard it.

g/dL

SH101-25

Hemoglobin

Lot.NO:GS50810A Control(N):3-6 mg/dL Control(H Exp. Date:2007/03

(Example)

3026

Lot.NO:GS50810A Control(N):3-6 mg/dL Control(H):7.8-11.3 mg/dL Exp. Date:2007/03

(Example)

Code number of this lot of test strip

The measured Glucose level using the control solution should fall within the specified ranges.

Expiry date YYYY/MM

You should fill in the opening date here.

8004

Lot.NO:GS50810A Control(N):3-6 mg/dL Control(H):7.8-11.3 mg/dL Exp. Date:2007/03

(Example)

Code number of this lot of test strip

The measured Uric Acid level using the control solution should fall within the specified ranges.

Expiry date YYYY/MM

You should fill in the opening date here.

9006

Lot.NO:GS50810A Control(N):3-6 mg/dL Control(H):7.8-11.3 mg/dL Exp. Date:2007/03

(Example)

Code number of this lot of test strip

The measured Cholesterol level using the control solution should fall within the specified ranges.

Expiry date YYYY/MM

You should fill in the opening date here.

8702

):7.8-11.3 mg/dL

Code number of this lot of test strip

The measured Hemoglobin level using the control solution should fall within the specified ranges.

Expiry date YYYY/MM

You should fill in the opening date here.

Analyzing Your Control Results

You will ﬁnd the acceptable range of glucose, cholesterol, uric acid and hemoglobin levels for

the normal and high controls on the test strip vial label.

If your control results fall within the acceptable range, you can begin to test your blood glucose,

cholesterol ,uric acid or hemoglobin levels.

If your control results are not within the acceptable range, check the following items:

Are your glucose/ cholesterol/ uric acid /hemoglobin test strips or control solutions expired?

Have you ever forgotten to close your glucose/ cholesterol/ uric acid/hemoglobin test strip

vials or control solution bottles?

Does the code in the meter match the code on the test strip vial?

Do you follow all the operation instruction correctly?

Repeat the control test with a new test strip, following the steps exactly.

CAUTION: If you continue to receive control values that are outside of the accepted range, discontinue your blood testing and contact Customer Service or your healthcare provider immediately.

Blood Glucose/ Cholesterol/ Uric Acid / Hemoglobin Testing

Items You Need

 GCUHb Meter  Blood Glucose Test Strips  Blood Cholesterol Test Strips

 Blood Uric Acid Test Strips

Glucose Code Key (green color) in the glucose test strips box Cholesterol Code Key (blue color) in the cholesterol test strips box Uric Acid Code Key (orange color) in the uric acid test strips box

Puncturer Lancets 

Alcohol Swab (not included)

Log Book

Preparing the Puncturer (Lancing Device)

NOTE:

To increase blood ﬂow: warm ﬁngers using warm water to wash hands, hang down arm.

 Blood Hemoglobin Test Strips

Hemoglobin Code Key (pink color) in the hemoglobin test strips box

CAUTIONS:

◎

For safety and to prevent cross-contamination, always place the protective cover back before discarding the used lancets.

◎

To avoid infection, you should-

- Never reuse the lancets.

- Never share your puncturer with others.

- Use an alcohol pad to wipe off blood from puncturer’s tip.

◎

To avoid accidental injury, do not leave a lancet in the puncturer. Always remove the used

lancet immediately after a test.

Structure of Puncturer and Lancet

Steps for Using the Puncturer

1. Unscrew and remove the puncturer’s adjustable tip.

2. Insert a lancet into the carrier.

3. Twist off the protective cover.

4. Replace the adjustable tip tightly. Choose a desired skin penetration depth by rotating the top portion of the adjustable tip until the setting number lines up to the arrow. Settings are based on skin type:

Depth 1~2: for soft or thin skin Depth 3: for average skin Depth 4~5: for thick or calloused skin

5. Hold the tip of the puncturer with one hand and pull the sliding barrel with the other hand. When a click is felt, the trigger rises up. Release the sliding barrel, it will move back to its original position.

5-1

5-2

Testing Your Blood Glucose Level

CAUTIONS:

You can only use blood glucose test strips and check strip on

GCUHb meter.

When you ﬁrst time use the

GCUHb meter or open a new test strip vial, insert the code key from the test strip vial. Each test strip vial contains one code key. Make sure the number on the code key matches the code number on the vial of test strips you use.

2. Take one strip from the vial. Close the vial quickly.

Cautions: The test strips can be damaged when they are not capped and stored properly.

Insert the test strip into the test strip slot on the meter. The meter will ﬁrst display code number, then the blood symbol along with date.

5. Place the puncturer on your ﬁnger.

When the screen shows blood symbol , clean your ﬁnger with alcohol swab. Let it dry completely.

NOTE:

The best puncture site is on the side of ﬁngertip, because it has the best blood supply.

6. Press the trigger on the puncturer.

7. Lift up the puncturer.

8. Get a drop of blood.

Put the drop of blood on one side or the other side of the test strip target area. The blood will be absorbed and cause the target area to turn red. The testing reaction starts when the meter beeps. The meter starts to count down 10 seconds then show your result on the screen. The meter stores your result in its memory automatically.

NOTE:

How much blood should be applied?

Although only a small amount of blood is needed,it is very important that you put enough blood on your test strip so that the entire reaction zone is covered with blood. This ensures that your meter can give accurate and reliable results.

Cautions:

If you don’t apply enough blood, you need to use a new test strip to do the test again.

10.

In about 10 seconds, the screen will display measured glucose value. Record the glucose value in your log book.

11.

Pull the test strip out of the meter. The meter will turn off by itself.

12. Unscrew the adjustable tip of the puncturer.

13. Put the protective cover of the lancet back on the lancet.

Grip the puncturer holder ﬁrmly and pull the lancet out.

14.

Discard the used lancet in an appropriate container with a lid.

15. Screw the adjustable tip back on the puncturer.

CAUTIONS:

To avoid accidental injury, do not leave used lancet in the puncturer. Always remove the used lancet immediately after each test. Be sure to follow your local regulations for proper disposal of used test strips and lancets.

Understanding Your Blood Glucose Test Results

According to the suggestions of American Diabetes Association:

Normal fasting blood glucose is 70~104 mg/dL. (3.9~5.8 mmol/L)

However, the above range is just a reference, and it may not apply for every person.

Consult your doctor for the appropriate range for you.

Testing Your Blood Cholesterol Level

CAUTIONS:

You can only use blood cholesterol test strips and check strip on

GCUHb

meter.

When you ﬁrst time use the

2. Take one strip from the vial. Close the vial quickly.

Cautions: The test strips can be damaged when they are not capped and stored properly.

Insert the test strip into the test strip slot on the meter. The meter will ﬁrst display code number, then the blood symbol along with date.

5. Place the puncturer on your ﬁnger.

NOTE: The best puncture site is on the side of ﬁngertip, because it has the best blood supply.

When the screen shows blood symbol , clean your ﬁnger with alcohol swab. Let it dry completely.

6. Press the trigger on the puncturer.

7. Lift up the puncturer.

8. Get a drop of blood.

9. Put the drop of blood on one side or the other side of the test strip target area. The blood will be absorbed and cause the target area to turn red. The testing reaction starts when the meter beeps. The meter will start to count down 150 seconds then show your result on the screen. The meter stores your result in its memory automatically.

NOTE: How much blood should be applied?

Although only a small amount of blood is needed, it is very important that you put enough blood on your test strip so that the entire reaction zone is covered with blood. This ensures that your meter can give accurate and reliable results.

Example:

The blood volume needed in cholesterol test is more than that in glucose test. You need to apply 15μl blood sample in cholesterol test and 4μl blood sample in glucose test.

15 l

4 l

Cautions:

If you don’t apply enough blood, You might need to use a new test strip to do the test again.

10.

11.

12.

13.

In about 150 seconds, the screen will display measured cholesterol value. Record the cholesterol value in your log book.

Pull the test strip out of the meter. The meter will turn off by itself

Unscrew the adjustable tip of the puncturer.

Put the protective cover of the lancet back on the lancet.

Grip the puncturer holder ﬁrmly and pull the lancet out.

14. Discard the used lancet in an appropriate container with a lid.

15. Screw the adjustable tip back on the puncturer.

Cautions:

Understanding Your Blood Cholesterol Test Results

Normal fasting blood cholesterol is below 200 mg/dL.(5.2mmol/L) However, the above range is just a reference, and it may not apply for every person.

Consult your doctor for the appropriate range for you.

Testing Your Blood Uric Acid Level

CAUTIONS:

You can only use blood uric acid test strips and check strip on GCUHb meter.

When you ﬁrst time use the

2. Take one strip from the vial. Close the vial quickly.

Cautions: The test strips can be damaged when they are not capped and stored properly.

Insert the test strip into the test strip slot on the meter.The meter will ﬁrst display code number, then the blood symbol along with date.

5. Place the puncturer on your ﬁnger.

When the screen shows blood symbol

, clean your ﬁnger with

alcohol swab. Let it dry completely.

NOTE:

The best puncture site is on the side of ﬁngertip, because it has the best blood supply.

6. Press the trigger on the puncturer.

7. Lift up the puncturer.

8. Get a drop of blood.

Put the drop of blood on one side or the other side of the test strip target area. The blood will be absorbed and cause the target area to turn red. The testing reaction starts when the meter beeps. The meter will start to count down 20 seconds then show your result on the screen. The meter

stores your result in its memory automatically.

NOTE:

How much blood should be applied?

Although only a small amount of blood is needed, it is very important that you put enough blood on your test strip so that the entire reaction zone is covered with blood. This ensures that your meter can give accurate and reliable results.

Cautions:

If you don’t apply enough blood, You might need to use a new test strip to do the test again.

10. In about 20 seconds, the screen will display measured uric acid value. Record the uric acid value in your log book.

11.

Pull the test strip out of the meter. The meter will turn off by itself.

12. Unscrew the adjustable tip of the puncturer.

13.

Put the protective cover of the lancet back on the lancet.

Grip the puncturer holder ﬁrmly and pull the lancet out.

14.

Discard the used lancet in an appropriate container with a lid.

15. Screw the adjustable tip back on the puncturer.

CAUTIONS:

Understanding Your Blood Uric Acid Test Results

The expected blood uric acid value is as following:

Male：3~7.2 mg/dL（179~428μmol/L

）

Female：2~6 mg/dL（119~357μmol/L

）

However, the above range is just a reference, and it may not apply for every person.

Consult your doctor for the appropriate range for you.

Testing Your Blood Hemoglobin Level

CAUTIONS:

You can only use blood hemoglobin test strips and check strip on

GCUHb meter.

When you ﬁrst time use the

2. Take one strip from the vial. Close the vial quickly.

Cautions: The test strips can be damaged when they are not capped and stored properly.

Insert the test strip into the test strip slot on the meter.The meter will ﬁrst display code number, then the blood symbol along with date.

5. Place the puncturer on your ﬁnger.

When the screen shows blood symbol

, clean your ﬁnger with

alcohol swab. Let it dry completely.

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NOTE:

The best puncture site is on the side of ﬁngertip, because it has the best blood supply.

Press the trigger on the puncture

7. Lift up the puncture

Get a drop of blood.

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Record the hemoglobin value in your log book.

11.

Pull the test strip out of the meter. The meter will turn off by itself.

12. Unscrew the adjustable tip of the puncturer.

13.

Put the protective cover of the lancet back on the lancet.

Grip the puncturer holder ﬁrmly and pull the lancet out.

14.

Discard the used lancet in an appropriate container with a lid.

15. Screw the adjustable tip back on the puncturer.

CAUTIONS:

Understanding Your Blood Hemoglobin Test Results

The expected blood hemoglobin value is as following:

Male：14~17 g/dL

（

8.68~10.55 mmol/L

）

Female：12~16 g/dL（7.44~9.92 mmol/L

）

However, the above range is just a reference, and it may not apply for every person.

Consult your doctor for the appropriate range for you.

Using the Meter Memory

GCUHb

meter can automatically store 200 glucose, 50 cholesterol ,50 hemoglobin and 50 uric acid most recent test results. You can review the test results in order from the newest to the oldest. If the memory is full, the oldest result is deleted as the newest result is added. The memory is not affected by replacing / removing the batteries.

Review the Stored Glucose Test Results

1. Insert the glucose code key (green color) into the code key slot on the meter.

Pressing the “M” button,the 7-day average,14-day average and 28-day average will be displayed on the screen in order.

Glu

mg/dL

DAY AVG

mg/dL

DAY AVG

Glu

mg/dL

DAY AVG

Glu

After the 28-day average, the newest blood glucose test result with date will be displayed via pressing the “M” button.

The stored results with date are displayed in order from the most recent to the oldest via pressing the “M” button. The meter will turn off automatically in 3 seconds when the symbol “----” is displayed on the screen.

mg/dL

Glu

If you decide to stop checking the results, stop pressing the “M” button. The meter will turn off automatically in 30 seconds or via pressing “S” button.

No test can be performed when you are checking the stored results. If you wish to perform a new test, please turn off the meter ﬁrst and restart the steps described in the section 【Blood Glucose/ Cholesterol/ Uric Acid/ Hemoglobin Testing】.

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Review the Stored Cholesterol Test Results

1. Insert the cholesterol code key (blue color) into the code key slot on the meter.

The stored results with date are displayed in order from the most recent to the oldest via pressing the “M” button.The meter will turn off automatically in 3 seconds when the symbol “----” is displayed on the screen.

If you decide to stop checking the results, stop pressing the “M” button. The meter will turn off automatically in 30 seconds or via pressing “S” button.

No test can be performed when you are checking the stored results. If you wish to perform a new test, please turn off the meter first and restart the steps described in the section 【Blood Glucose/Cholesterol/Uric Acid/Hemoglobin Testing 】.

Review the Stored Uric Acid Test Results

1.insert the uric acid code key (orange color) into the code key slot on the meter.

Review the Stored Hemoglobin Test Results

insert the hemoglobin code key (pink color) into the code key slot on the meter.

g/dL

2.3.The stored results with date are displayed in order from the most recent to the oldest via pressing the “M” button. The meter will turn off automatically in 3 seconds when the symbol “----” is displayed on the screen.

If you decide to stop checking the results, stop pressing the “M” button. The meter will turn off automatically in 30 seconds o via pressing “S” buttonr.

No test can be performed when you are checking the stored results. If you wish to perform a new test, please turn off the meter ﬁrst and restart the steps described in the section【Blood Glucose/Cholesterol/ Uric Acid/ Hemoglobin Testing】.

mg/dL

If you decide to stop checking the results, stop pressing the “M” button. The meter will turn off automatically in 30 seconds o via pressing “S” buttonr.

No test can be performed when you are checking the stored results. If you wish to perform a new test, please turn off the meter ﬁrst and restart the steps described in the section【Blood Glucose/Cholesterol/ Uric Acid/ Hemoglobin Testing】.

Taking Care of Your Meter

Maintaining the Meter

Do not drop, hit or smash your meter. Keep your meter between

14°F and 140°F (-10°C and 60°C) and below 95% of relative

humidity. Do not store meter in areas such as the kitchen, bathroom, laundry room or car.

Keep the meter away from water. Do not use glass/household-cleaning solutions to clean the meter. Simply use an alcohol

pad to wipe the surface of the meter, but do not wipe the test strip slot or code key slot.

Do not disassemble the meter. If you have any questions, please contact Customer Service or your healthcare provider.

The Battery Replacement

When the symbol” ” is displayed on the screen, please replace batteries immediately.

1. Slide battery cover off from the back of the meter.

2. Remove old batteries and insert 2 new AAA size batteries (1

.5V) into the battery compartment.

1. When the newest blood g l uco se/ c ho l est ero l / uric acid/hemoglobin test result is displayed ,press “S” button for 3 seconds.The newest blood g l uc o se/ cho l est ero l /uric acid/ hemoglobin test result is deleted as soon as you hear the “Beep” sound from the meter.

The stored results can be deleted in order from the most recent to the oldest via press “S” button for 3 seconds.

If you decide to stop deleting the results, stop pressing the “S” button.The meter can automatically turn off in 30 seconds.

Deleting the Stored Memory of Blood Glucose/Cholesterol/Uric Acid/Hemoglobin Test Results

3. Slide battery cover back and turn on your meter.

Cleaning the Meter

You can clean your meter with 70% isopropyl alcohol swab

CAUTIONS:

◎

Do Not spray any cleaning solution directly onto the meter.

◎

Do Not dampen the code key slot or the test strip slot.

◎

Do Not soak the meter in liquid.

Troubleshooting Guide

SYMBOL WHAT IT MEANS ACTION

This is the code number stored in the meter.

Make sure that this code number matches the code number on the vial of the test strips you are using.

The system is ready to measure your glucose/cholesterol/uric acid /hemoglobin level.

You may now apply the blood sample.

Glu

code

6005

code

9005

CHOL

code

8004

Glu

CHOL

code

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The battery power is low. Replace new batteries.

“LO” ﬂashes 5 times before the meter turning off automatically.

The batteries are dead.

The environmental temperature is too low to perform a test. “LO” ﬂashes 5 times.

Repeat the test in a warm place about 57.2°F~104°F (14°C~40°C). You may need to wait as long as 20 minutes for the meter to warm up before testing again.

The environmental temperature is too high to perform a test. “HI” ﬂashes 5 times.

Repeat the test in a cool place

about

57.2°F~104°F (14°C~40°C).

You may need to wait as long as 20 minutes for the meter to cool down before testing again.

Replace new batteries.

The meter starts to count down then show your result on the

screen (10 seconds for glucose; 150 seconds for cholesterol

；

20 seconds for uric acid；10 seconds for hemoglobin

after the beep sound).

No action required.

Glu

CHOL

SYMBOL

WHAT IT MEANS ACTION

Your blood glucose level is higher than 600 mg/dL (33.3 mmol/L). The blood glucose test result with a suggestion to check your ketone levels.

Re-check your blood glucose level. If “HI” is displayed again, call your doctor immediately.

Your blood glucose level is lower than 20 mg/dL (1.1mmol/ L).

Re-check your blood glucose level. If “LO” is displayed again, call your doctor immediately.

KETONES?

Glu

Your blood cholesterol level is higher than 400 mg/dL (10.4 mmol/L).

Re-check your blood cholesterol level. If “HI” is displayed again, call your doctor immediately.

CHOL

(Example)

mg/dL

KETONES?

Glu

SYMBOL WHAT IT MEANS ACTION

Re-check your blood glucose level.Follow the instructions of your healthcare professional regarding ketone testing.

If the result is over 240 mg/dL, the blood glucose test result with a suggestion to check your ketone levels.

mg/dL

DAY AVG

Glu

Average of the last 14 days (028 means that 28 tests were performed within the period)

No action required.

mg/dL

DAY AVG

Glu

Average of the last 28 days (056 means that 56 tests were

performed within the period)

No action required.

A blood glucose/ cholesterol/ uric acid /hemoglobin test result

is stored in the memory.

No action required.

The oldest glucose/ cholesterol uric acid/ hemoglobin test result

stored in memory appears. The meter will be turned off automatically after 3 seconds.

No action required.

SYMBOL WHAT IT MEANS ACTION

mg/dL

Glu

mg/dL

CHOL

mg/dL

g/dL

Glu CHOL

UA Hb

Using a wrong test strip.

New meter hasn’t been code.

.Please use blood

glucose/cholesterol/uric acid/ hemoglobin test strips.

2.Insert the code key.

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The code key is damaged. Contact Customer Service.

SYMBOL WHAT IT MEANS ACTION

Speciﬁcations

GCUHb Multi-Function Monitoring System

Model: All Glucose Cholesterol Uric acid

Measuring Range

20 ~ 600 mg/dL

(1.1 ~ 33.3mmol/L)

100~400 mg/dL

(2.6 ~ 10.4mmol/L)

3 ~ 20 mg/dL

(179~1190μmol/L)

Calibration Plasma equivalent

Test Time 10 seconds 150 seconds 20 seconds Memory Capacity 200 test results 50 test results 50 test results

Operating Condition

Temperature Humidity

57.2~104˚F (14 ~ 40˚C)

85% Relative Humidity

Meter Storage Condition (Transportation Condition)

Temperature Humidity

14 ~140˚F (-10 ~ 60˚C)

95% Relative Humidity

Sample Volume

4 μL 15 μL 4 μL

Sample Type Capillary whole blood

Hematocrits Range 30 ~ 55%

Power Supply 1.5V (AAA) x 2

Hemoglobin

7~26 g/dL

(4.34~ 16.14 mmol/L)

10 seconds

50 test results

0.8 μL

Meter Dimension

HxWxD (mm) 88 x 64 x 22

Display LCD display (35 x 45 mm)

Weight 59 grams, without Batteries

Life of Battery More than 1000 times

Technology Used Electrode-based Biosensor

Model: All

Labeling and Information

Do not reuse Consult instruction for use

Temperature limitation Keep away from sunlight

Manufacturer Used by

Caution, consult accompanying documents

Authorised representative in the European Community

Batch code Catalogue number

Serial number

CONTROL

Control

In vitro diagnostic device

STERILE R

Sterilized using irradiation

Customer Services

Thank you for choosing the GCUHb

Blood Glucose/ Cholesterol/ Uric Acid/ Hem o g l o b i n Multi-Function Monitoring System.Kernel lnt't Corp. is honored to present this new product to you. Our customer services include:

(1) Our Customers are entitled to free repair and repla cement of spare parts. If you have problems with the product, please contact local distributor/ agent for further information. However the following damages resulted from improper use or acc idents are excluded (such as smash, moisture, unauthorized repair,disassemble, and natural catastrophes).

(2)

Kernel lnt't Corp. is not responsible for any accidents and worsening illness

resulted from buyers’/

users’ improper

use of device without the instructions of

professionals (e.g. medical personnel). Consumers may not request for

compensation in this regard.

(3) Please read this manual thoroughly before using this monitoring system. If you have any questions, please contact local distributor.

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