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CODING
A code number is printed on each test strip
vial label. The code numbers (ranging from
1 to 21) are used to calibrate the meter.
Each time you test, check that the code
number on the meter display matches the
code number on the test strip vial label.
CAUTION: If the code number on the
meter display does NOT match the code
number on the test strip vial label, you
may get inaccurate results.
1. Press the blue power button to turn on
the meter.
Make sure there is not a test strip in the
meter when you turn it on.
Display Check (Example)
The display check appears briefly. Carefully
check that all symbols appear. The result of
your last blood glucose or control solution
test appears.
If you are turning on the
meter for the first time, – – –
appears on the display.
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Next, a code number
appears for a few
seconds.
Coding the Meter
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