Accu-Chek Softclix Instructions For Use Manual
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➋ Firmly insert a new ACCU-CHEK Softclix lancet in the lancet holderuntil it snaps into place.➌ Twist the protective cap onthe lancet several timesand pull gently to remove it.➍ Snap on the cap afterlining up the notches.The cap snaps easilyinto place.➎ Select the desired depth setting as instructed in the section“Selecting the Depth”.Then, press the plunger on the end of thedevice all the way down, and you will hear a “click.” When the deviceis ready, you will see a yellow dot appear and remain in the center ofthe clear release button.➏ Now, wash your hands and dry them thoroughly. Also warm thefingers to increase blood flow. If you are using alcohol wipes, makesure your finger is completely dry before continuing.➐ Grasp your finger near the area to be pricked and gently massage forthree seconds.➑ Hold the lancing devicefirmly against the side ofyour fingertip, then pressthe release button. Gentlysqueeze your fingertip toget a small drop of blood.The best place to test onthe fingertip is the side,because it has the bestblood supply, yet allows forthe least painful fingerstick. Any finger may be used for a fingerstick.LancetInstructions for UseThe ACCU-CHEK Softclix lancing device uses ACCU-CHEK Softclixlancets to obtain a drop of blood from the fingertip. The penetrationdepth can be selected to match any type of skin.This cap is for fingertip testing only.The clear cap is for testing on sitesother than the Fingertip (AST).Do not use the clear cap for fingertiptesting.Note: The ACCU-CHEK Softclix cap was not designed to be replacedafter each use. The ACCU-CHEK Softclix lancing device is intendedfor use by a single person and is not suitable for testing differentpersons with the same device as this may lead to infections.Selecting the DepthThe depth on the ACCU-CHEK Softclix device may be adjusted by turningthe Comfort Dial. The current depth selection is shown in the center ofthe depth indicator window. You can find the depth indicator window asa semi-circular cutout on the ejector.The ACCU-CHEK Softclix lanc-ing device offers 11 depth set-tings. The settings are shownin the depth indicator windowby the numbers 1 to 5 withadditional levels marked withdots to enable you to preciselyadjust to your individual skin type. The higher the number visible in thedepth indicator window, the greater the depth setting.Note: If you are using the ACCU-CHEK Softclix lancing device for the firsttime, start by selecting 1 or 2 to see if the amount of blood obtainedis enough to perform a test. If your skin is calloused or thick, you mayneed to try a higher setting.➊ To select the desired depth setting, turn the Comfort Dial so that thedesired setting is in the center of the depth indicator window.➋ Select a new depth settingby turning the Comfort Dial.The cap will snap into anew position, preventingany accidental change ofthe depth setting.Performing a Fingerstick➊ Pull off the cap of thelancing device. If there isalready a lancet in thedevice, remove it bysliding the ejectorforward. Refer to theselection called“Removing the Lancet”.➒ Apply the drop to the test strip you are using.➓ Immediately remove used lancet. To avoid accidental injury, do notstore lancet in device.Removing the Lancet➊ To remove the lancet, pulloff the cap of the ACCU-CHEK Softclix device.➋ Hold the meter so the lancetpoints downward. Slide theejector forward to releasethe lancet into a puncture-proof container.For least painful testing and to avoid infection, use a new lancet eachtime you perform a fingerstick.Getting Blood From A Site Other Than Your FingertipTesting on sites other than the fingertip is referred to as alternate sitetesting (AST). These sites may be any of the following – palm, forearm,upper arm, thigh, or calf. We suggest the palm as the non-fingertip testsite.Please refer to your test strip insert or your blood glucose meter’sowner’s booklet to see if your meter is designed to test blood glucosefrom sites other than your fingertip as well as for specific AST testinginstructions.IMPORTANT – There is a delay (lag time) in the delivery of blood glucoseto non-fingertip sites when compared to fingertip. Therefore, there is apotential for a significant difference between fingertip and AST results.The length of delay (lag time), is strongly impacted by lifestyle, foodseaten, or any other event having impact on blood glucose levels. It isimportant that people considering non-fingertip testing understand thefollowing:● Talk to your doctor if you are considering testing on other sites thanyour fingertip.● AST testing is not recommended during periods of rapid decreasesor increases in blood glucose levels.▼▼0 5104076001(01)V1/R1 (black) – 2007-09018035 Roche – RH 3109 – Frau HeilandCap with Comfort DialDepth SelectionEjector Release Button▼Protective Cover▼pi_05104076001_01_EnUs_420x216.indd 1 23.01.2008 14:04:25 |
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