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Owner’sBookletLSI-98-090 SS booklet.B 7/13/98 11:41 AM Page T1

2Glucose Shake before Not Intended Discard 3 moDiscard date:Lot No.Exp. Date© LIFESCAN INColor ChartLancetsInsideTrayExtra Space for Diabetes Supplies

3SURESTEP®Blood Glucose MeterPOWER BUTTON (Blue) Turns the meter on and off.BATTERY COMPARTMENT Holds two AAA alkalinebatteries.C BUTTON (Green)Codes

4LEARNINGSURESTEP®Test StripsWhen blood is applied to the pinktest square, it is absorbed and achemical reaction takes place. Ablue color forms in the

5IMPORTANT TEST STRIP INFORMATION Contact with air, moisture, and light can cause false results. Keep teststrips sealed in the original moisture-resis

6LEARNINGDisplay SymbolsThe SURESTEP®Blood GlucoseMeter uses symbols to guide youthrough a test and to help youdetermine if something is wrongwith you

7Meter Memory Result. YourSURESTEP®Meter stores up to 10blood glucose or control solutiontest results in its memory. Everytime you turn the meter on,

8LEARNINGApply Blood Sample to Pink TestSquare.Push the Test Strip, Pink Side Up,Firmly into the Test Strip HolderUntil It Stops.If you fail to comple

9(Example)HI mg/dL.In virtually all cases above 500 mg/dL(27.8 mmol/L), the meter reads “.”When proper procedures are fol-lowed, a reading of “ ” mean

10CODINGCode numbers are used to calibratethe SURESTEP®Test Strip with the SURESTEP®Meter for accurateresults. You must code the meterbefore usingit f

11Step 2: Check the Code Numbers.The code number on the test strippackage will range from 1 to 21. Ifthe number on the display matchesthe code number

The SURESTEP®System is intended for useoutside the body (in vitro diagnostic use). Itshould be used only for testing purposes andonly with fresh whole

12CHECKINGThe SURESTEP®System does notrequire a check strip. The meter performs an automatic check everytime you turn it on.SURESTEP®Glucose Control S

13IMPORTANT CONTROL SOLUTION TEST INFORMATION Use only SURESTEP®Glucose Control Solution. Check the expiration date. Write the discard date on the via

14Follow the test procedure, usingSURESTEP®Glucose ControlSolution instead of blood.Before Testing, Check the Code.After turning the meter on, the las

15Step 2: Check Confirmation Dot.Check to see that the confirmationdot on the back of the test strip has turned completely blue toensure you have appl

16The control solution result appears,on average, in 30 seconds.(Example)Note: Do not use the Color Chartto verify control solution tests.Compare the

17When the control solution test resultis within the control range, you areready to test your blood. Your con-trol solution test will be stored inthe

18TESTINGGetting a Drop of BloodIMPORTANT: Getting an adequatedrop of blood is one of the mostimportant steps in getting an accurate result.Step 1: In

19Insert a new, sterile lancet into thelancet holder.Hold the lancet firmly, and gentlytwist and pull off the protectivedisk.Note: Save the protective

20TESTINGChoose either the regular or deeppenetration PENLET®II Cap andslide it back onto the PENLET IISampler.Step 2: Cock the PENLET®IISampler.Holdi

21Step 3: Get a Drop of Blood.Wash your hands with soap andwarm water and dry them thor-oughly. Warm water stimulatesblood flow to the fingers. Hangyo

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22TESTINGHold the PENLET®II Sampler firm-ly against the side of the finger,with the cap resting on the finger.(The harder you press, the deeperthe pun

23Step 4: Remove the Lancet.When removing the PENLET®IICap, be careful not to prick your-self or anyone else. After removingthe cap, grasp the two dar

24TESTINGStep-by-Step Test ProcedureWhen learning to use the meter foryour own diabetes care, first do a control solution test. When the control solut

25Before Testing.Press the blue power button.Your last test result will appear.Next, the code number appears. Itmust match the code number on theSURES

26TESTINGThen these symbols will alternateon the display:Apply blood to Insert test striptest strip. into meter.The meter is ready for a test. Youhave

271) Hold the test strip under yourfinger and touch the drop of bloodto the pink test square. OR2) Turn the test strip over and dabthe pink test squar

28TESTINGYou have applied too much bloodto the test strip if the entire whitepad is soaked. You must begin thetest with a new test strip to avoidfalse

29If any white patches or white streaksappear on the confirmation dot, you have not applied enough bloodfor an accurate test. You must startthe test o

30The flashing clock symbol appearswhile the meter is reading yourresult. You will hear a three-tonebeep when the meter displays yourresult. Results a

31Record your test result in yourLifeScan logbook. The logbookallows you to keep a record of yourtest results, along with informationon your meals and

CAUTION: Before using any product to test your blood glucose (bloodsugar), read all instructions and practice the test. Do all quality controlchecks a

32TESTINGPress the blue power button to turnoff the SURESTEP®Blood GlucoseMeter. (To save energy, the meterautomatically turns off three minutes after

331. Before testing. Compare theconfirmation dot on the back ofthe new test strip to the shademarked unused on the chart.Do not use the test strip if

34RESULTSOverview Recent Diabetes Findings.In 1993 the National Institutes ofHealth concluded an extensive long-term study of people with Type 1 diabe

35Frequency of Testing.How often you need to test yourblood glucose will vary according to your age, the type of diabetes youhave, the medications you

36RESULTSexercised,taken medication, or experienced stress.3In addition, ifyou have eaten recently, the bloodglucose level from a fingerstick canbe up

37GLUCOSE RANGES FOR PEOPLE WITHOUT YOUR TARGETDIABETES,5mg/dL RANGES, mg/dLBeforebreakfast 70–105 ______________________Before lunchor dinner 70–110

38RESULTSTesting Tips to Ensure AccuracyIf you have a test result that fallsoutside of your target range and you cannot link it to diet, exercise,medi

39the test strip confirmation dot to becertain it turned completely blue. Make sure you did not apply toomuch blood to the test strip. Youhave applied

40RESULTS“Do I have symptoms of high bloodglucose (hyperglycemia): fatigue, drymouth and skin, increased thirst orhunger, blurry vision, increased uri

41Recommendations for Better Diabetes Control Follow the advice of your healthcare professional. Follow the exercise and meal plans recommended by you

LEARNING THE SYSTEM 1SURESTEP®Blood Glucose Meter 3SURESTEP®Test Strips 4Display Symbols 6CODING THE METERThree Easy Steps to Coding 10CHECKING THE SY

42MEMORYThe SURESTEP®Blood GlucoseMeter is pre-set to automaticallydisplay your last test result whenthe meter is turned on. You can alsoreview your l

43Recalling All Results in Meter MemoryTo access the meter memory, pressthe blue power button and holddown for five seconds. When thedisplay flashes,

44If a previous test resulted in anerror condition, the error will bestored in the memory.Order of test result Result(third most recent) (Example)Reca

45Your SURESTEP®Blood GlucoseMeter is easy to maintain. However,to keep it in good operating condi-tion, follow these simple rules:General Care Keep y

46MAINTENANCEAlways clean your meter when thissymbol appears:If you are concerned that your testresults do not compare with howyou feel, clean the met

47Make sure you thoroughly wipe thegray area on the inside cover. Washboth sides of test strip holder base;carefully clean around the hole. Drythe tes

48MAINTENANCEStep 4: Replace the Test StripHolder.Slide the test strip holder into the meter, press down, and pushforward at the strip insertion point

49If this symbol appears after cleaningthe meter, check to see if you insert-ed the test strip holder completelyand securely. The test strip holdermay

50MAINTENANCElow batteries. If the symbol is flash-ing, the batteries are dead and youshould replace them immediately.You will not be able to doa test

51Step 2: Remove the Old Batteries.Use your fingers or gently tap themeter on the palm of your hand.Never tap the meter against a hardsurface.Step 3:

UNDERSTANDING YOUR RESULTS Overview 34Comparing Meter and Laboratory Results 35Expected Test Results (Target Range) 36Testing Tips to Ensure Accuracy

52SETTINGSThe SURESTEP®Meter has beenpre-set to meet the needs of mostusers. There are three features youcan change. Be sure you want tochange these s

53Entering Set-Up Mode1. Make sure the meter is off.2. Press and hold down the green C button.3. Press and release the blue power button while holding

54SETTINGSIf you wish to turn off the auto-matic display of your last result,press the C button. This symbolwill flashindicating that the automatic di

55If you wish to change the unit of measurement to mmol/L, press theC button. This symbol will flash onthe display.Then, wait for the next feature set

56If you want the meter to operatewithout beeps, enter the set-upmode. After the meter displays thememory and unit of measurementfeatures, the meter w

57When any of the following symbolsor error messages appear, theremay be a problem with the meter,test strip, or the way in which youare doing the pro

58SYMBOL MESSAGE WHAT TO DO 1. The test strip was 1. Remove the test stripinserted before the and reinsert the meter was turned on strip after thiso

59Error MessagesThe meter gives specific error mes-sages when it detects a problem withits internal functions, the test strip, or the testing procedur

60MESSAGESERROR POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO 3. The test strip was 3. Repeat the test with a new test inserted more than strip. Insert it within 2 minut

61ERROR POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO 2. The test strip has 2. Check the expiration date on been altered, exposed your test strip package. Do not to air

CHANGING METER SETTINGS 52(Set-Up Mode) Entering Set-Up Mode 53Display of Last Result 53Unit of Measurement (mg/dL or mmol/L) 54Beep Signals 55SOLVING

62ERROR POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO The meter is not Allow the meter to warm orwithin the temperature cool slowly before performingrange of 50–95°F a

63MESSAGESERROR POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO 3. The test strip was 3. Remove test strip and turnpartially inserted meter off. Turn meter on, thenbefore

SPECIFICATIONS64Performance CharacteristicsSee the SURESTEP®Test Strip packageinsert for accuracy and precision information.Power Supply: Two AAA alka

65Guarantee and Warranty30-Day Money-Back GuaranteeIf you are not fully satisfied with the SURESTEP®System, a full refund may be obtained by calling a

The Warranty Policy does not apply to the performance of theSURESTEP®Meter when used with any test strip other thanSURESTEP®Test Strips fromLifeScan,

67QUICK REFERENCECODING THE METER1Press power button. 2Meter automaticallydisplays last testresult.3Code number is automatically displayed.4Press C bu

QUICK REFERENCE68BLOOD APPLICATIONHow you can be sure that you have applied the right amount of blood:Pink test square iswhere you apply a drop of blo

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1The SURESTEP®Blood GlucoseMonitoring System is the nextadvance in the self-monitoring ofblood glucose. The SURESTEPSystem is for people with diabetes