Lifescan blood glucose monitoring system Blood Glucose Meter User Manual


 
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Error Messages
The meter gives specific error mes-
sages when it detects a problem with
its internal functions, the test strip,
or the testing procedure. However,
improper use may cause an inaccurate
result without producing an error
message or a symbol. When error mes-
sages appear, note the error number,
turn off the meter, then resolve the
error by following these instructions:
Confirmation
Dot
ERROR POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO
1. Blood was applied to 1. Clean the meter. Repeat the test
the wrong side of the with a new test strip, applying
test strip, or blood to the pink test square.
2. Not enough blood is 2. Repeat the test with a new test
on the test strip, or strip. Apply a larger drop of blood
to the pink test square and
verify that the confirmation
dot on the back of the test strip
has turned completely blue.
MESSAGES
Pink
Test
Square
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