Abbott Diabetes Care Blood Glucose Monitor Blood Glucose Meter User Manual


 
14
Important Test Strip Information
The FreeStyle
Flash
System has an operating range of 40
º
to 104
º
F
(5
º
to 40
º
C).
Use the test strips only within the system operating temperature range.
Store the test strip package in a cool, dry place between 37
º
to 86
º
F
(3
º
to 30
º
C).
Keep away from direct sunlight and heat.
• Store your test strips in their original vial only; never transfer them
to another vial or any other container or carrying case.
• Never store individual test strips outside the vial.
• After removing a FreeStyle
®
Test Strip from the vial, immediately
replace the vial cap and close tightly.
• With clean, dry hands, you may gently touch the test strip anywhere
when removing it from the vial or inserting it into the meter.
Do not use test strips beyond the expiration date printed on the
package as this may cause inaccurate results.
• Do not bend, cut, or alter FreeStyle Test Strips in any way.
Note: For detailed storage and usage information, refer to the FreeStyle
Test Strip package insert.