ACCU-CHEK Spirit Insulin Pump
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Contents
Chapter 1: Understanding Your New System _____________________9
The ACCU-CHEK Spirit Insulin Pump __________________________9
Display ________________________________________________9
Backlight______________________________________________10
Keys and Key Combinations _______________________________11
Screens
_______________________________________________13
STATUS Screen Messages, Beeps, and Vibrations_______________15
Alarm Signals __________________________________________16
Accessories and Disposables ______________________________17
Emergency Kit__________________________________________23
Chapter 2: Getting Started __________________________________25
Inserting (or Changing) the Battery__________________________25
System Check Start-Up Process
____________________________28
Setting Time and Date____________________________________32
Your Personal Settings ___________________________________35
Your Basal Rate Profile
___________________________________36
Programming Your Basal Rate Profile________________________37
Preparing the Cartridge___________________________________42
Connecting the Cartridge, Adapter, and Infusion Set_____________47
Inserting the Cartridge ___________________________________49
Priming the Infusion Set __________________________________53
Preparing the Infusion Site and Inserting the Infusion Set ________56
Chapter 3: Using Your Pump_________________________________59
Before Using ___________________________________________59
Wearing Your Pump______________________________________59
When Not to Wear Your Pump ______________________________61
Your Insulin Pump and Water ______________________________63
Starting Insulin Delivery __________________________________65
Stopping Insulin Delivery _________________________________66
Interruption of Insulin Pump Therapy ________________________68