Thank you for purchasing the PLUS Talking Blood Glucose
Monitoring System. This manual provides important information to
help you to use the system properly. Before using this product, please
read the following contents thoroughly and carefully.
Regular monitoring of your blood glucose levels can help you and
your doctor gain better control of your diabetes. Due to its compact
size and easy operation, you can use the PLUS Talking Blood
Glucose Monitoring System to easily monitor your blood glucose
levels by yourself anywhere, any time.
If you have other questions regarding this product, please contact the
local customer service or place of purchase.
Version 1.0 2018/02
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IMPORTANT SAFTY INSTRUCTIONS READ
BEFORE USE
1. Use this device ONLY for the intended use described in this
manual.
2. Do NOT use accessories which are not specified by the
manufacturer.
3. Do NOT use the device if it is not working properly or if it is
damaged.
4. Do NOT use the equipment in places where aerosol sprays are being used or where oxygen is being administered.
5. Do NOT under any circumstances use the device on newborns or
infants.
6. This device does NOT serve as a cure for any symptoms or diseases. The data measured is for reference only. Always consult
your doctor to have the results interpreted.
7. Before using this device to test blood glucose, read all instructions thoroughly and practice the test. Carry out all the
quality control checks as directed.
8. Keep the device and testing equipment away from young children. Small items such as the battery cover, batteries, test
strips, lancets and vial caps are choking hazards.
9. Use of this instrument in a dry environment, especially if synthetic
materials are present (synthetic clothing, carpets etc.) may cause
damaging static discharges that may cause erroneous results.
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10. Do NOT use this instrument in close proximity to sources of strong electromagnetic radiation, as these may interfere with the
accurate operation.
11. Proper maintenance and periodically control solution test are
essential to the longevity of your device. If you are concerned
about your accuracy of measurement, please contact the local
customer service or place of purchase for help.
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN A SAFE PLACE
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
BEFORE YOU BEGIN 08
Important Information 08
Intended Use 09
Test Principle 09
Meter Overview 10
Display Screen 11
The Four Main Functions of the Meter 12
Test Strip 13
SETTING THE METER 14
THE FOUR MEASURING MODES 19
BEFORE TESTING 20
Quality Control Testing 20
Performing a Control Solution Test 20
TESTING WITH BLOOD SAMPLE 24
Preparing the Lancing Device for Blood Testing 24
Preparing the Puncture Site 24
Performing a Blood Glucose Test 26
Alternative Site Testing 30
METER MEMORY 31
Reviewing Test Results 31
Reviewing Blood Glucose Day Average Results 32
DOWNLOADING RESULTS ONTO A COMPUTER 33
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MAINTENANCE 34
Battery 34
Caring for Your Meter 36
Caring for Your Test Strips 37
Important Control Solution Information 38
SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING 39
Result Readings 39
Error Messages 40
Troubleshooting 41
DETAILED INFORMATION 42
SYMBOL INFORMATION 43
SPECIFICATIONS 44
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Important Information
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Severe dehydration and excessive water loss may cause readings
which are lower than actual values. If you believe you are suffering
from severe dehydration, consult a healthcare professional
immediately.
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If your blood glucose results are lower or higher than usual, and
you do not have any symptoms of illness, first repeat the test. If
you have symptoms or continue to get results which are higher
or lower than usual, follow the treatment advice of your
healthcare professional.
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Use only fresh whole blood samples to test your blood glucose.
Using other substances will lead to incorrect results.
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If you are experiencing symptoms that are inconsistent with your
blood glucose test results and you have followed all the
instructions given in this ownerʼs manual, contact your healthcare
professional.
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We do not recommend using this product on severely hypotensive
individuals or patients in shock. Please consult the healthcare
professional before use.
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The measurement unit used for indicating the concentration of
blood or plasma glucose can either have a weight dimension (mg/
dL) or a molarity (mmol/L). The approximate calculation rule for
conversion of mg/dL in mmol/L is:
mg/dL
mmol/L
For example:
1) 120 mg/dL ÷ 18 = 6.6 mmol/L
2) 7.2 mmol/L x 18 = 129 mg/dL approximately.
Divided by 18
Times 18
= mmol/L
= mg/dL
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Intended Use
This system is intended for use outside the body (in vitro
diagnostic use) by people with diabetes at home and by health
care professionals in clinical settings as an aid to monitoring the
effectiveness of diabetes control. It is intended to be used for the
quantitative measurement of glucose (sugar) in fresh whole blood
samples (from the finger, palm, forearm and upper arm).
It should not be used for the diagnosis or screening of diabetes, or
testing on newborns.
Professionals may test with capillary and venous blood sample; home
use is limited to capillary whole blood testing.
PLUS Talking“speaks” aloud with step by step instructions to guide
you through the process of blood glucose testing.
Test Principle
Your system measures the amount of sugar (glucose) in whole blood.
The glucose testing is based on the measurement of electrical current
generated by the reaction of glucose with the reagent of the strip.
The meter measures the current, calculates the blood glucose level,
and displays the result. The strength of the current produced by the
reaction depends on the amount of glucose in the blood sample.
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Meter Overview
Top
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1
3
4
Front
1
Test Strip Slot
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6
7
Right SideLeft SideBack
Insert test strip here to turn the meter on for testing.
2
Test Strip Ejector
Eject the used strip by pushing up this button.
3
Display Screen
4
M Button
Enter the meter memory and silence a reminder alarm.
5
Data Port
Download test results with a cable connection.
6
SET Button
Enter and confirm the meter settings.
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Battery Compartment
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Display Screen
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3
4
5
6
7
8
1
Blood Drop Symbol
2
Volume Symbol
3
Test Result
4
Ketone Warning
5
Error Warning
6
Control Solution Mode
Memory Mode Symbol
7
Date
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Measuring Mode
10
Test Strip Symbol
11
Low Battery Symbol
12
Measurement Unit
13
Face/Low/High Symbol
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Day Average
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Time
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Alarm Symbol
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The Four Main Functions of the Meter
1) Setting Mode
2) Measuring Mode
3) Memory Mode
4) Communication Mode
DISPLAYMODEHOW TO ENTER
Setting Mode:
Set up date, time and alarm.
Measuring Mode:
Perform your blood glucose
tests.
Memory Mode:
1. Review your blood
glucose test results in the
meter memory.
2. Review your blood
glucose day average results
in the meter memory.
Communication Mode:
Download your blood
glucose test results onto the
computer.
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With the meter off, press SET to
enter the Setting Mode.
Insert the TEST STRIP to enter
the Measuring Mode.
1. With the meter off, press and
release M to enter the Memory
Mode.
2. When “ ” appears on the
display, keep pressing M for
3 seconds until the flashing “
” appears.
With the meter off, connect
the CABLE to enter the
Communication Mode.
Test Strip
Absorbent Hole
Apply a drop of blood
here. The blood will
be automatically
absorbed.
Test Strip Handle
Hold this part to
insert the test strip
into the slot.
ATTENTION:
The front side of test strip should face up when
inserting test strip.
Test results might be wrong if the contact bar is not
fully inserted into the test slot.
Confirmation Window
This is where you
confirm if enough blood
has been applied to the
absorbent hole in the
strip.
Contact Bars
Insert this end of the
test strip into the meter.
Push it in firmly until it
will go no further.
NOTE:
The PLUS Talking monitor should only be used with PLUS Test Strips.
Using other test strips with this meter can produce inaccurate results.
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SETTING THE METER
Before using your meter for the first time or if you change the meter
battery, you should check and update these settings. Make sure you
complete the steps below and have your desired settings saved.
Entering the Setting Mode
Start with the meter off (no test strip
inserted). Press SET.
1. Setting the date
With the YEAR flashing, press until
the correct year appears. Press SET.
With the MONTH flashing, press
until the correct month appears. Press
SET.
[ DD / MM ]
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With the DAY flashing, press until
the correct day appears. Press SET.
(i.e. the date setting sequence shown
left is MM (10) with flashing first and DD
(18) later. The date display is October
18th. This conventional usage for date
display is for EU.)
[ MM / DD ]
[ 12 hr ][ 24 hr ]
With the MONTH flashing, press
until the correct month appears. Press
SET.
With the DAY flashing, press until
the correct day appears. Press SET.
(i.e. the date setting sequence shown
left is MM (10) with flashing first and DD
(18) later. The date display is October
18th. This conventional usage for date
display is for US.)
2. Setting the time format
Pres to select the desired time
format --- 12h or 24h. Press SET.
3. Setting the time
With the HOUR flashing, press until
the correct hour appears. Press SET.
With the MINUTE flashing, press
until the correct minute appears. Press
SET.
4. Setting the unit of measurement
Press to switch between mg/dL and
mmol/L. Press SET.
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5. Setting the Buzzer
With the buzzer displays, press to
switch between “On” and “OFF”. Press
SET.
6. Deleting the memory
With “dEL” and a flashing “” on the
display, press and select “no” to
keep the results in memory then press
SET to skip.
To delete all the results, press and
select “yes” to delete all the memory
records.
7. Setting the speaking volume
There are seven (7) speaking volume
options to choose from. Press until
the desired speaking volume appears.
To confirm your selection, press SET.
Volume 0 indicates that the speaking
function is turned off, and “” will
not display during testing. Volume 1
to 7 indicates speaking volume from
low to high, and “” will be displayed
throughout the testing.
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8. Choosing a language
Press to select L1/L2.The default
language for the meter is L1, which
is English. To confirm your selection,
press SET.
9. Setting the reminder alarm
Your meter has four reminder alarms.
The meter will display “OFF” and “”.
If you donʼt want to set an alarm, press
SET to skip this step. Or press to
select “On”, then press SET.
With the hour flashing, press to
select the correct hour. Press SET.
With the minute flashing, press to
select the correct minute. Press SET
to confirm and go to the next alarm
setting.
NOTICE:
When the alarm beeping, there are three ways to do.
1) Pressto silence it and start your test.
2) Press and Holdto switch off the meter.
3) If you do not do anything, the meter will beep for 2 minutes then
switch it off.
If you have already set an alarm, and you want to turn it off. Press
SET to find the alarm number, then Pressto change from “On” to
“OFF”.
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Congratulations! You have completed all settings!
NOTE:
• These parameters can ONLY be changed in the setting mode.
• If the meter is idle for 3 minutes during the setting mode, it will switch
off automatically.
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THE FOUR MEASURING MODES
The meter provides you with four modes for measuring, General, AC,
PC and QC.
MODES
General
(displays as “Gen”)
AC
PC
QC
You can switch between each mode by:
any time of day without regard to time since
last meal
no food intake for at least 8 hours
2 hours after a meal
testing with the control solution
1. Start with the meter switched off.
Insert a test strip to turn on the meter.
The screen will display a flashing “”
and “Gen”.
Thank you for using this product.
Please relax during measurement.
Please apply blood onto the strip.
2. Press to switch between General,
AC, PC and QC mode.
USE WHEN
Voice Guide
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BEFORE TESTING
Quality Control Testing Testing
When should the control solution test be performed?:
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if it is mandatory following the local regulations in your country,
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if you suspect the meter or test strips are not working properly,
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if your blood glucose test results are not consistent with how you
feel, or if you think the results are not accurate,
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to practice the testing process, or
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if you have dropped or think you may have damaged the meter.
Test strips, control solutions, or sterile lancets may not be included
in the kit (please check the contents on your product box). They can
be purchased separately. Please make sure you have those items
needed for a blood glucose test beforehand.
Performing a Control Solution Test
You will need:
1
Meter
2
Test Strip
3
Control Solution
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1. Insert the test strip to turn on the
meter
Insert the test strip into the meter. Wait
for the meter to display “” and “”.
Voice Guide
Thank you for using this product.
Please relax during measurement.
Please apply blood onto the strip.
2. Press to mark this test as a
control solution test
With “ ” displayed, the meter will
store your test result in memory under
“ ”. If you press the again, the
“ ” will disappear and this test is no
longer a control solution test.
WARNING:
When doing the control solution test, you have to mark it so that the test
result will NOT mix with the blood glucose TEST RESULTS stored in the
memory. Failure to do so will mix up the blood glucose test results with the
control solution test results in memory.
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3. Apply control solution
Shake the control solution vial thoroughly before use. Squeeze out
the first drop and wipe it off, then squeeze out another drop and place
it on the tip of the vial cap. Hold the meter to move the absorbent hole
of the test strip to touch the drop. Once the confirmation window fills
completely, the meter will begin counting down.
NOTICE:
To avoid contaminating the control solution, do not directly apply
control solution onto a strip.
4. Read and compare the result
After counting down to 0, the control
solution test result will appear on the
display. Compare this result with the
range printed on the test strip vial and
it should fall within this range. If not,
Normal
118~160
please read the instructions again and
repeat the control solution test.
Your blood glucose is (number)
milligrams per deciliter.
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Out-of-range results
If you continue to have test results fall outside the range printed on
the test strip vial, the meter and strips may not be working properly.
Do NOT test your blood. Contact the local customer service or place
of purchase for help.
NOTE:
• The control solution range printed on the test strip vial is for control
solution use only. It is not a recommended range for your blood glucose
level.
• See the MAINTENANCE section for important information about your
control solutions.
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TESTING WITH BLOOD SAMPLE
WARNING:
To reduce the chance of infection:
• Never share a lancet or the lancing device.
• Always use a new, sterile lancet. Lancets are for single use only.
• Avoid getting hand lotion, oils, dirt, or debris in or on the lancets and the
lancing device.
Preparing the Lancing Device for Blood
Testing
Please follow the instructions in the lancing device insert for collecting
a blood sample.
Preparing the Puncture Site
Stimulating blood perfusion by rubbing the puncture site before blood
extraction has a significant influence on the glucose value obtained.
Blood from a site that has not been rubbed exhibits a measurably
different glucose concentration than blood from the finger. When the
puncture site was rubbed prior to blood extraction, the difference was
significantly reduced.
Please follow the suggestions below before obtaining a drop of
blood:
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Wash and dry your hands before starting.
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Select the puncture site either at fingertips or another body parts
(please see section “Alternative Site Testing” (AST) on how to
select the appropriate sites).
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Rub the puncture site for about 20 seconds before penetration.
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Clean the puncture site using cotton moistened with 70% alcohol
and let it air dry.
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Use a clear cap (included in the kit) while setting up the lancing
device.
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Fingertip testing
Press the lancing deviceʼs tip firmly
against the lower side of your fingertip.
Press the release button to prick your
finger, then a click indicates that the
puncture is complete.
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Blood from sites other than the
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fingertip
Replace the lancing device cap with
2
the clear cap for AST. Pull the cocking
control back until it clicks. When lancing
the forearm, upper arm, or hand, avoid
lancing the areas with obvious veins
because of excessive bleeding.
NOTE:
• Choose a different spot each time you test. Repeated punctures at the
same spot may cause soreness and calluses.
• Please consult your health care professional before you begin AST.
• It is recommended that you discard the first drop of blood as it might
contain tissue fluid, which may affect the test result.
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Performing a Blood Glucose Test
You will need:
1
Meter
2
Test Strip
3
Lancing Device
1. Insert the test strip to turn on the
meter
Wait for the meter to display “ ”
and “ ”.
Voice Guide
Thank you for using this product.
Please relax during measurement.
Please apply blood onto the strip.
2. Select the appropriate measuring
mode by pressing .
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Lancet
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3. Obtaining a blood sample
Use the pre-set lancing device to
puncture the desired site. The size of
the drop should be at least as big as
(actual size), which is 0.5 microliter
(μL) of volume. Gently squeeze the
punctured area to obtain another drop
of blood. Be careful NOT to smear the
blood sample.
4. Apply the sample
Gently apply the drop of blood to the
absorbent hole of the test strip at a
titled angle. Confirmation window
should be completely filled if enough
blood sample has been applied. Do
NOT remove your finger until you hear
a beep sound.
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NOTE:
• Do not press the punctured site against the test strip or try to smear the
blood.
• If you do not apply a blood sample to the test strip within 3 minutes, the
meter will automatically turn off. You must remove and reinsert the test
strip to start a new test.
• The confirmation window should be filled with blood before the meter
begins to count down. NEVER try to add more blood to the test strip after
the drop of blood has moved away. Discard the used test strip and
retest with a new one.
• If you have trouble filling the confirmation window, please contact your
health care professional or the local customer service for assistance.
5. Read your result
The result of your blood glucose test
will appear after the meter counts down
to 0. The blood glucose result will be
stored in the memory automatically
(100 mg/dL = 5.5 mmol/L)
Voice Guide
Your blood glucose is (number)
milligrams per deciliter.
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6. Eject the used test strip
Eject the test strip by pushing the eject
button on the side. Use a sharp bin to
dispose of used test strips. The meter
will switch itself off automatically.
Always follow the instructions in the
lancing device insert when removing
the lancet.
WARNING:
The used lancet and test strip may be biohazardous. Please discard them
carefully according to your local regulations.
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Alternative Site Testing
You can test on a variety of locations on your body.
Important:
There are limitations with AST
(Alternative Site Testing).
Please consult your health care
professional before you
perform AST.
Suggested Test Areas
for the Hand
When to use AST?
Food, medication, illness, stress and exercise can affect blood
glucose levels. Capillary blood at the fingertip reflects these changes
faster than capillary blood at other sites. Thus, when testing blood
glucose during or immediately after a meal, physical exercise, or any
other event, take a blood sample from your finger only.
We strongly recommend that you perform AST ONLY at the following
times:
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In a pre-meal or fasting state (more than 2 hours since the last
meal).
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Two hours or more after taking insulin.
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Two hours or more after exercise.
Upper Arm
Forearm
Do NOT use AST if:
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You think your blood glucose is low.
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You are unaware of hypoglycemia.
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You are testing for hyperglycemia.
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Your AST results do not match the way you feel.
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Your routine glucose results often fluctuate.
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METER MEMORY
The meter stores the 450 most recent blood glucose test results along
with respective dates and times in its memory. To enter the meter
memory, start with the meter switched off.
Reviewing Test Results
1. Press and release . “ ” will
appear on the display. Press again,
and the first reading you see is the last
blood glucose result along with date,
time and the measuring mode.
(120 mg/dL = 6.6 mmol/L)
Voice Guide
Your blood glucose is (number)
milligrams per deciliter.
2. Press to recall the test results
stored in the meter each time you press.
After the last test result, press
again and the meter will be turned off.
(100 mg/dL = 5.5 mmol/L)
Voice Guide
Your blood glucose is (number)
milligrams per deciliter.
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Reviewing Blood Glucose Day Average
Results
1. Press and release . When “ ”
appears on the display, keep pressing
for 3 seconds until the flashing
“ ” appears. Release
and then your 7-day average result
measured in general mode will appear
on the display.
(100mg/dL =5.5 mmol/L)
2. Press to review 14-, 21-, 28-, 60- and 90- day average results
stored in each measuring mode in the order of Gen, AC, then PC.
3. Exit the meter memory. Keep pressing the and the meter will
turn off after displaying the last test result.
NOTE:
• Any time you wish to exit the memory, keep pressing for 5 seconds or
leave it without any action for 3 minutes. The meter will switch off
automatically.
• Control solution results are NOT included in the day average.
• If using the meter for the first time, “---” displays when you recall the test
results or review the average result. It indicates that there is no test result
in the memory.
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DOWNLOADING RESULTS ONTO
A COMPUTER
Data Transmission Via Cable
You can use the meter with a RS232 interface cable and the Health
Care Software System to view test results on your personal computer.
To learn more about the Health Care Software System or to obtain a
RS232 interface cable separately, please contact the local customer
services or place of purchase for assistance.
1. Obtaining the required cable and installing the software
To download Health Care Software System, please visit the TaiDocʼs
website: www.taidoc.com
2. Connecting to a personal
computer
Connect the cable to a RS232 port
on your computer. With the meter
switched off, connect the other end of
the interface cable to the meter data
port. “PC” will appear on the meter
display, indicating that the meter is in
communication mode.
3. Data transmission
To transmit data, follow the instructions provided with the software.
Results will be transmitted with date and time. Remove the cable and
the meter will automatically switch off.
WARNING:
While the meter is connecting to the PC, it will be unable to perform a blood
glucose test.
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MAINTENANCE
Battery
Your meter comes with two 1.5V AAA size alkaline batteries.
Low Battery Signal
The meter will display one of the messages below to alert you when
the meter power is getting low.
1. The “” symbol appears along
with display messages: The meter
is functional and the result remains
accurate, but it is time to change the
batteries.
2. The “” symbol appears with
E-b, Error and low: The power is not
enough to do a test. Please change the
batteries immediately.
Replacing the Battery
To replace the batteries, make sure the meter is turned off.
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1. Press the edge of the battery cover and lift it up to remove.
2. Remove the old batteries and replace with two 1.5V AAA size
alkaline batteries.
3. Close the battery cover. If the batteries are inserted correctly, you
will hear a “beep” afterwards.
NOTE:
• Replacing the batteries does not affect the test results stored in the
memory.
• As with all small batteries, these batteries should be kept away from
children. If swallowed, promptly seek medical assistance.
• Batteries might leak chemicals if unused for a long time. Remove the
batteries if you are not going to use the device for an extended period (i.e.,
3 months or more).
• Properly dispose of the batteries according to your local environmental
regulations.
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Caring for Your Meter
To avoid the meter and test strips attracting dirt, dust or other
contaminants, please wash and dry your hands thoroughly before
use.
Cleaning
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To clean the meter exterior, wipe it with a cloth moistened with tap
water or a mild cleaning agent, then dry the device with a soft dry
cloth. Do NOT rinse with water.
●
NOT use organic solvents to clean the meter.
Do
Meter Storage
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Storage conditions: -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F), 10% - 95%
relative humidity.
●
Always store or transport the meter in its original storage case.
●
Avoid dropping and heavy impact.
●
Avoid direct sunlight and high humidity.
Meter Disposal
The used meter should be treated as contaminated that may carry a
risk of infection during measurement. The batteries in this used meter
should be removed and the meter should be disposed in accordance
with local regulations.
The meter falls outside the scope of the European Directive 2002/96/
EC-Directive on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).
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Caring for Your Test Strips
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Storage conditions: 2°C to 30°C (35.6°F to 86°F), 10% - 85%
relative humidity. Do NOT freeze.
●
Store your test strips in their original vial only. Do not transfer to
another container.
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Store test strip packages in a cool dry place. Keep away from
direct sunlight and heat.
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After removing a test strip from the vial, immediately close the vial
cap tightly.
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Touch the test strip with clean and dry hands.
●
Use each test strip immediately after removing it from the vial.
●
Write the opening date on the vial label when you first opened
it. Discard remaining test strips after 3 months.
●
Do not use test strips beyond the expiry date. This may cause
inaccurate results.
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Do not bend, cut, or alter a test strip in any way.
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Keep the strip vial away from children since the cap and the test
strip may be a choking hazard. If swallowed, promptly see a doctor
for help.
For further information, please refer to the test strip package insert.
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Important Control Solution Information
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Use only our control solutions with your meter.
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Do not use the control solution beyond the expiry date or 3 months
after first opening. Write the opening date on the control solution
vial and discard the remaining solution after 3 months.
●
It is recommended that the control solution test be done at room
temperature 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F). Make sure your control
solution, meter, and test strips are at this specified temperature
range before testing.
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Shake the vial before use, discard the first drop of control solution,
and wipe off the dispenser tip to ensure a pure sample and an
accurate result.
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Store the control solution tightly closed at temperatures between
2°C to 30°C (35.6°F to 86°F). Do NOT freeze.
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SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING
If you follow the recommended action but the problem persists, or
error messages other than the ones below appear, please call your
local customer service. Do not attempt to repair yourself and never try
to disassemble the meter under any circumstances.
Result Readings
MESSAGEWHAT IT MEANS
< 20 mg/dL (1.1 mmol/L)
20–69 mg/dL (1.1–3.8 mmol/L)
70–129 mg/dL
(3.8-7.1 mmol/L)
130–239 mg/dL
(7.2–13.2 mmol/L)
≥ 240 mg/dL (13.3 mmol/L)
> 600 mg/dL (33.3 mmol/L)
70–179 mg/dL
(3.8–9.9 mmol/L)
180–239 mg/dL
(10-13.2 mmol/L)
70–119 mg/dL
(3.8–6.6 mmol/L)
120–239 mg/dL
(6.6-13.2 mmol/L)
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Error Messages
MESSAGEWHAT IT MEANSWHAT TO DO
E-b
E-U
E-t
E-0,
E-A,
E-C
E-F
Appears when the batteries
are too low.
Appears when a used test
strip is inserted.
Appears when ambient
temperature is above or
below system operation
range.
Problem with the meter.
Appears when test strip is
removed while counting
down, or insufficient blood
volume.
Replace the batteries
immediately.
Repeat with a new test strip.
System operation range is
10°C to 40°C (50°F to 104°F).
Repeat the test after the meter
and test strip are in the above
temperature range.
Repeat the test with a new
test strip. If the meter still does
not work, please contact the
customer service for assistance.
Review the instructions and
repeat test with a new strip.
If the problem persists, please
contact the local customer
service for help.
E-E
E-3
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Appears when the calibration
data is not correct.
Problem with the voice chip.
Please contact local customer
service for help.
Please contact local customer
service for help.
Troubleshooting
1. If the meter does not display a message after inserting a test strip:
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Batteries exhausted.
Test strip inserted upside down or
incompletely.
Defective meter or test strips.
Replace the batteries.
Insert the test strip with contact bars
end first and facing up.
Please contact customer services.
WHAT TO DO
2. If the test does not start after applying the sample:
POSSIBLE CAUSEWHAT TO DO
Insufficient blood sample.
Defective test strip.
Sample applied after automatic
switch-off (3 minutes after last user
action).
Defective meter.
Repeat the test using a new test strip
with larger volume of blood sample.
Repeat the test with a new test strip.
Repeat the test with a new test strip.
Apply sample only when flashing “”
appears on the display.
Please contact customer services.
3. If the control solution testing result is out of range:
POSSIBLE CAUSEWHAT TO DO
Error in performing the test.
Control solution vial was poorly
shaken.
Expired or contaminated control
solution.
Control solution that is too warm or
too cold.
Defective test strip.
Meter malfunction.
Read instructions thoroughly and
repeat the test again.
Shake the control solution vigorously
and repeat the test again.
Check the expiry date of the control
solution.
Control solution, meter, and test strips
should be at room temperature 20°C
to 25°C ( 68°F to 77°F) before testing.
Repeat the test with a new test strip.
Please contact customer services.
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DETAILED INFORMATION
The meter provides you with plasma equivalent results.
Time of day
Fasting and before meal
2 hours after meals
Source: American Diabetes Association. Standards of medical care in
diabetes- 2016; 39 (supp.1 Diabetes Care): S16.
Please consult your doctor to determine a target range that
works best for you.
Normal plasma glucose range for people
without diabetes (mg/dL)
< 100 mg/dL (5.6 mmol/L)
< 140 mg/dL (7.8 mmol/L)
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SYMBOL INFORMATION
SYMBOLREFERENTREFERENT
In vitro diagnostic medical
device
Consult instructions for
use
Temperature limitation
Use by
Batch code
Humidity limitation
Caution, consult
accompanying documents
SYMBOL
Manufacturer
Serial number
CE mark
Collection for electrical
and electronic equipment
Authorized representative
in the European
Community
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SPECIFICATIONS
Model No.: PLUS Talking
Dimension & Weight: 95 (L) x 52 (W) x 20 (H) mm, 48.8 g
Power Source: Two 1.5V AAA alkaline batteries
Display: LCD
Memory: 450 measurement results with respective date and time
External Output: RS232 PC interface
Auto electrode insertion detection
Auto sample loading detection
Auto reaction time count-down
Auto switch-off after 3 minutes without action
Temperature Warning
Operating Condition:
10°C to 40°C (50°F to 104°F), 10% - 85% R.H. (non-condensing)
Meter Storage / Transportation Conditions:
-20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F), 10% - 95% R.H.
Strip Storage / Transportation Conditions:
2°C to 30°C (35.6°F to 86.0°F), 10% - 85% R.H.
Measurement Units: either mg/dL or mmol/L
Measurement Range: 20 to 600mg/dL (1.1 to 33.3mmol/L)
This device has been tested to meet the electrical and safety requirements of: