Understanding Error Messages
Message
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What it means
A used test strip was
inserted.
The blood or control
solution sample was
applied before the
symbol
appeared.
The temperature during
the test was above or
below the operating
range.
The blood sample is of
insufficient volume or
blood is too thick.
What to do
Repeat the test with a
new test strip.
Repeat the test with a
new test strip and wait
until the
appears before applying
the blood or control
solution sample.
Move to an area where
the temperature is within
the operating range
42.8–111.2 ºF (6–44 ºC).
Repeat the test after the
meter and test strips have
reached a temperature
within the operating range.
Repeat the test after
inserting a new test strip.
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