User Instruction Manual Read this User Instruction Manual carefully before you start testing.
10FrontBackDisplay ScreenBack ButtonForward ButtonBattery Compartment CoverTest Strip PortUNDERSTANDING THE GLUCOCARD Vital BLOOD GLUCOSE
11Explanation of the Full Display ScreenTimeDateAverage Test ReadingControl Solution TestLowBatteryUnit of MeasurementTemperature WarningTest StripApp
12These capillary action test strips require only application tip for easy blood application. The GLUCOC
13Important Test Strip Information
14Important Test Strip Information strips after 90 days (3 months)
15Note: Changing the battery should only take a few seconds. If the battery is changed within 30 seconds, the meter memory is not affected. You will n
16When the battery power is getting low, your meter shows . You have enough power for about 100 tests before you need to replace the battery.If the
17How to Change the BatteryStep 1Turn the meter off. The battery cover is on the back of the meter.Step 2Pull the battery cover up with your finger or
18Meter Set UpBefore using the GLUCOCARD Vital Meter for the first time, you must set the
19Step 3: Set the time format the current time
2CAUTION: Before using any product to test your blood sugar (blood glucose), read all instructions and practice the test. Do all quality control check
20Step 5: Set the hourPress and release the Back or Forward button to change the hour. Hold the Back or Forward button down to scroll through quickly.
21Note:
22Use the Assure Dose Control Solution to check that the meter and test strips are working correctly. It is important that you carry out this simple c
23It is recommended to use Control Solution:
24Performing a Control Solution TestBefore performing a control solution test, always check the expiration date ( ) of the control solution. Do
25Step 1Firmly insert a GLUCOCARD Vital Test Strip into the meter. Insert the contact bars into the test strip port, with the reaction site facing up.
26Step 2You must press the Back or Forward button BEFORE performing control solution test. Hold the Back or Forward button until appears in the up
27Note: Dye added to control solution may stain surfaces or fabric. Use with care.Step 5Compare the result with the range printed on the test strip bo
28Comparing Control Solution Results If the result is outside the range printed on the test strip bottle, repeat the
29Repeat the test, carefully following instructions, using control solution mode with new control solution or a new test strip, as appropriate. Compar
3Introduction ...6 Intended Use ...7 Important Information ...
30Step 2 Insert a new, unused lancet into the Holder. Firmly press lancet until it stops and fits securely within the Holder. HolderMulti-Lancet Devic
31Step 3 Twist off the protective cap.Step 4 Attach the removable cap.NOTE: Do not use the lancet if the cap is missing or damaged. A lancet should
32Step 5 or thin skin or first time use, select “1 or 2.” If the obtai
33Obtaining a Drop of BloodStep 1Wash hands with soap and warm water. Dry hands thoroughly. If you use alcohol wipes to cleanse fingers, make sure th
34Step 6 to form. Keeping the hand warm, lowering the hand to waist level a
35<<Note: For Instructions on Alternate Step 1Insert a GLUCOCARD Vital Test Strip into the meter. Insert the
36The test strip and flashing blood drop tells you the meter is ready for you to apply a drop of blood to the sample application tip at the end of the
37not start the meter or can start the meter count down and provide an “E13” error
38Step 3information such as insulin dosage, diet, and exercise. The result is
39Important Information About AST Sites other than your fingertip may have fewer nerve endings so obtaining a blood sample from these sites may be less
4Blood Glucose Testing ...30 The Lancing Device ...30 Inserting a Lancet ...
40Use Fingertip When Testing:
41Ask your diabetes healthcare professional about recommended testing procedures before operating machinery or driving a car, as fingertip testing is u
42Step 2a) Insert a test strip into the meter. Insert contact bars into test strip port with reaction site facing up. When the strip is inserted, the
43b) Wait until strip with flashing blood drop appears. (You now have 2 minutes to apply blood drop before meter shuts off).Step 3a) Vigorously rub the
44Step 4Pick up the meter. Touch the end of the test strip to the blood sample until the reaction site is full. Immediately remove the meter and test
45Step 5The meter will count down and display result in 7 seconds.CONSIDER YOUR RESULT.REPEAT ALTERNATE SITE TEST:
46If the repeated alternate site result is still not consistent with how you feel, confirm your blood glucose level with fingertip testing.Step 6
47NOTE: The GLUCOCARD Vital Meter is designed to give results at
48Before You ComparePerform a control solution test to make sure your meter and test strips are working correctly. Wait at least 2 hours after a meal
49You may still experience a difference from the laboratory result because blood glucose levels can change over short periods. This can be for a varie
5 Diabetes Findings ...51Meter Memory ...54 Marking Results in the Memory .
50Expected Blood Glucose ReadingsExpected blood glucose levels for people without diabetes:1, 2 High Blood Glucose Readings
51Low Blood Glucose Readingstest with a new test strip. If this message s
52What This Means for YouFrequent blood glucose testing is the best means you have for keeping track of
53References1 “Denitionanddiagnosisofdiabetesmellitusandintermediatehyperglycaemia”WorldHealthOrganization,20062 DiabetesCare,vol.3
54Marking Results in the MemoryYou can mark results in the meter memory in two ways.Marking Control Solution TestsYou must mark results with the contr
55Marking Other ResultsYou can also mark results with an when you do NOT want to include the result
56Step 2Press the Back or Forward button to display the average of tests over the last 14 days. This can include 1 to 250 results, depending on how fr
57< < mg/dL If a test has not been performed in the last 14 days the meter means there
58Results marked with when the test was performed are not included in the average. The marked results can be seen when you scroll through the res
59A list of all display screen messages is included below.If you have any questions after reading these messages, or if the meter displays a message n
6INTRODUCTIONThank you for choosing the GLUCOCARD Vital Blood Glucose Monitoring System. Frequent blood glucose testing is important. It tells you how
60The battery has been replaced.Check that the time and date are set correctly.The battery power is getting low. There is enough power for approximate
61The battery power is low. There is only enough power for about 20 more tests. Replace with a new CR2032 battery as soon as possible.The battery powe
62meter and st
63Corrupted memory.Call Customer Service at 800.566.8558.Retest with new test strip. Apply at least 0.5µL of
64Cleaning the MeterThe GLUCOCARD Vital Blood Glucose Meter is a precise instrument. Please handle it with care. Clean the outside of the meter with a
65 such as a micr
66TEST STRIPS: GLUCOCARD VITALRESULT RANGE: CALIBRATION: SAMPLE SIZE: µLBLOOD SOURCE: CAPILLARY
67 substitute for pathology laboratory equipment and should not be used for
68IMPORTANT: Loworhighbloodglucosereadingscanindicateapotentiallyseriousmedicalcondition.Ifyourbloodglucosereadingisunusuallylowo
69THE GLUCOCARD Vital BLOOD GLUCOSE METERYou are a valued customer of ARKRAY. It is important to us that you are completely satisfied with your GLUCOCA
7Intended UseThe GLUCOCARD Vital Blood Glucose Monitoring System is intended for the quantitative measurement of glucose in fresh capillary whole bloo
70THE LANCING DEVICEARKRAY warrants that the Lancing Device functions effectively for a period of 3 years from the date of purchase. A malfunctioning
71NOTES
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8Important Information
9The GLUCOCARD Vital System Includes:
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