Do not exceed 10,000 feet (3,000 meters) above sea level. Your pump has
not been tested for use above this level.
Always stop and remove your pump before you enter these areas. If you
have questions, contact Pump Support at 1-800-688-4578.
Sports and Exercise
Exercise is an important part of diabetes management. Disetronic Medical
Systems designed the ACCU-CHEK Spirit insulin pump to let you safely perform
many sporting activities while you wear your pump. It is important that you
protect your pump before you start exercise or sports activities. Do not wear
your pump during sports that involve body contact such as boxing, football,
or hockey since rough contact could damage your pump.
Consult our sterile products brochures and accessories catalog for more
information regarding carrying systems or contact Pump Support at
1-800-688-4578 for more information.
Traveling
Ask your doctor or healthcare team about any special actions you need to
take before you travel. Take extra blood-glucose testing and pump supplies
when you travel and find out where to get supplies while you are traveling.
When you travel across time zones, make sure that the time and date on
your pump are set correctly to the local time.
The ACCU-CHEK insulin pump has not been tested at altitudes in excess of
10,000 feet (3,000 meters) above sea level. If your travels take you to an area
in excess of 10,000 feet (3,000 meters) above sea level, stop and remove your
pump. This does not apply to use in airplanes with pressurized cabins.
If you ha
ve questions,
contact Pump Support a
t 1-800-688-4578.
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