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User Instruction Manualmicro Blood Glucose Monitoring System

10CAUTION: Replacing the battery will not delete meter settings or test results stored in the meter unless you:•Touchthemetalportiononmainunit

11To replace battery:1. Turn meter off.2. Remove the battery cover on the back of the meter.3. Slide the battery to the right (a) and remove it (b)

125. Replace battery cover.If the clock setting has been deleted, SET will appear on the screen. If SET appears, set the time and date. If you do not

13Changing the Colored FaceplatesThe ReliOn® micro comes with multiple interchangeable colored faceplates. You can attach the color of your choice.1.

4. Hook the end of the display cover into the holeof your preferred color faceplate.5. Fit one of the tabs on the display cover into thecorresponding

Meter set-up allows you to adjust the audible beep volume and to set time, date, and test averaging. Before using the ReliOn® micro blood glucose mete

16Setup mode Audible BeepSee page 18.Date and timeSee page 20.Test average displaySee page 23.EndPress the button to follow the black arrows.To

Step 2: Press the and buttons at the same time for 5 seconds. A beep sounds and the meter turns on. Next, a second beep sounds and “SET” s

18Setting the Audible BeepIf the audible beep is turned “on”, the beep will sound when:•Youinsertateststripintothemeter.•Youapplybloodor

19Press the button to cycle through the volume levels: “OFF” (no sound) ”on 1” (low) “on 2”(middle) “on 3” (high) “OFF” (no sound) …, et

CAUTION: Before using any product to test your blood sugar (blood glucose), read all instructions and practice the test. Do all quality control checks

20Setting the YearIn the year set-up screen, the last two digits of the currently set year appear at the top of the screen. “yEr” appears in the middl

21Setting the MonthPress the button to change the month. After you set the month, press the button to confirm the setting. The screen changes

22Setting the HourPress the button to change the hour. After you set the hour, press the button to confirm the setting. The screen changes to

23NOTE: “Lo” results are included as 20 mg/dL in the averages. “Hi” results are included as 600 mg/dL in the averages. Test results with the following

24Ending Set-up To make further changes to set-up settings, press the button while “End” is displayed. This will bring up the Audible Beep set-u

25Use ReliOn® micro CONTROL to check if:•themeterandteststripsareworkingcorrectlyasasystem.•youaretestingcorrectly.To order control so

26Perform a Control Solution Test:•BeforetestingwiththeReliOn®microbloodglucosemeter for the first time.•Whenyouopenanewbottleof

27•ReliOn®microCONTROLisnotintendedforhuman   consumption. Do not drink.•Donotapplytoeye.Contactyourhealthcareprofessional

28Step 1: Insert a test strip as shown in diagram. Test strip should seat firmly into meter. The meter will turn on automatically. The full screen will

29Step 2: Press the button to enter the control mode. You will see “CONT” on the upper left of the screen. A “CONT” flag can also be attached when

Introduction ...5 Intended Use ...6 Understanding the ReliOn® micro Bloo

30Step 3: Remove the cap from the control solution bottle. While the Apply Blood symbol and Code No. (F-2, F-3 or F-4) are alternating, place a ve

31NOTE: Control solution test results are not included in the averages.Do not use the system if control solution result is out of range. See Troublesh

Troubleshooting Control Solution TestIf the control solution test result is out-of-range, check the following and repeat the test: Check Action Did

33 Check Action Did you insert test strip Make sure test strip is inserted firmly into meter? all the way into test strip port. See diagra

34Does your Control Solution result still read outside the range printed on the test strip bottle? If yes, the system may not be working correctly. DO

35The Lancing DeviceNOTE: Do not use the lancet if the cap is missing or damaged.BLOOD GLUCOSE TESTINGStep 1: Pry thedepth adjustment capsideways to r

36Step 3: Twist off the safety tab.Step 4: Attach the depth adjustment cap.Step 2: Insert a new, unused lancet into the Holder until it stops.Holder

37Step 5: Adjust the depth of puncture setting if necessary. If the obtained amount of blood is excessive, turn the dial to a lower setting. If the ob

38Step 4: Press the depth adjustment cap to the side of the fingertip. Push the release button.Getting a Drop of BloodStep 1: Wash hands with soap and

39Step 5: Set aside the Lancing Device and wait a few seconds for a blood drop to form. Keeping the hand warm, lowering the hand to waist level and ge

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40Performing a Blood Glucose TestStep 1: Remove test strip from the bottle. Immediately replace the bottle cap tightly. Insert test strip as shown in

41Step 2: The last test result will then appear. The Apply Blood symbol and the code number (F-2, F-3, or F-4) will alternate on the screen. Verif

42Step 3: Obtain a blood drop (see pages 38-39). Apply blood to the end of the test strip. Capillary action will pull the blood into the strip. The me

43If it takes longer than 20 seconds to obtain a blood sample and to touch the test strip to the blood drop, repeat Step 3.Step 4: The meter will coun

44Flagging Test ResultsFlags help you categorize and identify results. They can be used to omit specific results from result average calculations. You

45Step 2: When you have selected the desired marker, remove the test strip. When you recall the result from memory, the selected marker will be displa

46Important Information About AST: Sites other than your fingertip may have fewer nerve endings so obtaining a blood sample from these sites may be les

47Use Fingertip Testing: •Withintwohoursafterameal. •Withintwohoursafterinsulindosing. •Withintwohoursafterphysicalactivity. •I

48Preparing to Test Your Blood Glucose From an Alternate SiteChoose a Site: Select a soft, fleshy area on the palm that is free of visible veins and mo

49Performing a Blood Glucose Test From an Alternate SiteStep 1:Insert lancet and cock lancingdevice.Prepare Your Lancing Device: To order an AST Lanci

Thank you for choosing the ReliOn® micro Blood Glucose Monitoring System. This system measures blood glucose in fresh capillary whole blood. Results a

50Code No.(F-2, 3 or 4)Expiration dateF- 49F-4021Step 2:Remove test strip from the bottle. Immediately replace the bottle cap tightly. Insert test str

51Step 3:a) PRESS AND VIGOROUSLY RUB THE SELECTED AREA for 10 seconds until it starts to feel warm to the touch.b) Firmly hold the cocked lancing devi

52c) Press the release button on the lancing device to lance the skin. Continue to hold the lancing device firmly against the skin until a blood drop f

53IMPORTANT•Wasthesamplefreeofclearorwateryuid?•Wasthedroplargeenough(atleast0.3µL)?•Didthereactionsitellwithenoughblooda

54If the repeated alternate site result is still not consistent with how you feel, confirm your blood glucose level with fingertip testing.Step 6: Alway

55The ReliOn® micro blood glucose meter is referenced to a fresh plasma sample. Your meter results may differ from clinical lab results. This is due t

56ALWAYS wash hands with warm soapy water. Rinse and dry them before testing. ALWAYS use fresh capillary whole blood on meter tests.You may still see

57Normal Blood Glucose ReadingsExpected blood glucose levels for adults without diabetes¹,²: Fasting 70 to 110 mg/dL 1 to 2 hours after meals &l

58Low Blood Glucose ReadingsIf your blood glucose is below 20 mg/dL, you will receive a “Lo.” Repeat the test with a new test strip. If this message s

59What This Means For You Frequent blood glucose testing is the best means to track how well you are doing with your diabetes management. It helps you

6Intended UseThe ReliOn® micro Blood Glucose Monitoring System is intended for the quantitative measurement of glucose in fresh capillary whole blood

60The ReliOn® micro blood glucose meter stores up to 50 test results. When more than 50 test results have been performed, the meter drops the oldest r

61•IfTestAveraginghasbeenturnedon,the average result will appear first.•IfTestAveraginghasbeensetto“Off”,the display will briefly

62Step 3: After all test results have been reviewed, “End” appears. •Pressthebuttononcetogobacktotherstresultinmemory.  You c

63Step 2: Hold down the button for 2 seconds to display the most recent test result. If you have turned the result average display on, the resul

64 CleaningTo prevent malfunction of the meter, keep the test strip port free of blood, moisture, dirt, or dust. Use a lint-free cloth dampened with w

65Storage and Handling•Storemeterat32°F-122°F(0°C-50°C).•Donotleavethemeterinveryhotorcoldplaces.Donotleaveit  near a heat s

66Display Screen and Error MessagesPlease first read this section. If you still have questions, call Customer Service at 800.631.0076 (24 hours a day,

67Your blood glucose level is less than 20 mg/dL or there was not enough blood on test strip. Repeat test with new test strip. Make sure you use enoug

68The battery power is too low for testing. Test results and changes are not stored in the memory. Change the battery. See “Changing the battery” pg 1

69Test strip problem. Contact bars on test strip may be dirty. Incorrect test strip used. Used test strip has been inserted. Repeat test with new test

7UNDERSTANDING THE RELION® MICRO BLOOD GLUCOSE METERBottomTest Strip PortTopDisplayButton(1)Battery CoverStrap HoleButton(2)

70Apply Control Solution. The Apply Blood symbol flashes alternately with the strip code number (F-2, F-3, or F-4) and “CONT” appears at the top of the

71Product SpecificationsTest Strips: ReliOn® micro.Result Range: 20-600 mg/dL .Calibration: Plasma referenced.Sample Size: Minimum 0.3 µL.B

72Warnings, Precautions & Limitations•Youmaygettestresultshigherthanyouractualglucoselevel  if taking PAM (1-methylpyridine-6-carba

73•Extremesinhematocritmayaffecttestresults.Hematocritlevels  less than 30% may cause falsely high readings. Hematocrit levels grea

74•TheReliOn®microBloodGlucoseMonitoringSystemisnot  designed to be a substitute for pathology laboratory equipment and should not b

75WarrantyYou are a valued customer of ReliOn®. It is important to us that you are completely satisfied with your ReliOn® micro blood glucose meter.ARK

76ReturnsYou must contact ReliOn® Customer Service at 800.631.0076 before returning your meter. You will be instructed how to return the meter to ARKR

Memory symbol:Shows you a past result in the memory.Appears when you are setting the date or time or reviewing a past result.Delete flagControl test f

9ReliOn® micro Test StripsThese test strips need only 0.3 µL (microliter) of blood. Apply blood to the sample application tip. The strip draws in the