disinfection cycles using the recommended disinfecting wipe/towelette.
The tested number of cycles is estimated by 10 cleaning and disinfection
cycles per day over 3 years, the expect life of device. The meter should be
replaced after the validated number of disinfection cycles or the warranty
period, which ever comes first.
Improper system cleaning and disinfection may result in meter
malfunction. Stop using the meter if you see any signs of deterioration
such as the LCD display is cracked or cloudy, the buttons no longer
function, or the outer casing is cracked. Please contact customer
service at 800-841-1109 for a replacement meter if any of the signs of
deterioration are noticed.
For more information regarding the risk of transmission of bloodborne
pathogens, please refer to:
- "FDA Public Health Notification: Use of Fingerstick Devices on More than
One Person Poses Risk for Transmitting Bloodborne Pathogens: Initial
Communication" (2010)
http://wayback.archive-it.org/7993/20170111013014/http://www.f
da.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/AlertsandNotices/ucm224025.htm
- "CDC Clinical Reminder: Use of Fingerstick Devices on More than One
Person Poses Risk for Transmitting Bloodborne Pathogens" (2010)
http://www.cdc.gov/injectionsafety/Fingerstick-DevicesBGM.html
NOTE :
• Do NOT clean and disinfect the meter while performing tests.
• Please follow the instructions on the package label of Micro-Kill+™ disinfecting
wipes for safe use of the wipes.
• Do NOT allow cleaning and disinfecting solution to get in the test slot, the
battery compartment or the eject button.
• If you do get moisture in the test strip slot, wipe it away with a corner of tissue.
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