361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page A All images are 4/c throughout. Color breaks do not print. All unspecified print black throughout. “Compact ” prints 100c, 47y, 30k. Roche logo prints 100C, 52M. NOTE: This file may not view or print at actual size.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp Inside front cover 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page B Dear ACCU-CHEK M Thank you for choosing the Congratulations on your de ACCU-CHEK Compact syste living with diabetes a little This booklet will help you g you to visit www.
61_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 1 Dear ACCU-CHEK Meter Owner, Thank you for choosing the ACCU-CHEK Compact meter! Congratulations on your decision to take control of your diabetes. We’ve designed your new ACCU-CHEK Compact system with comfort, convenience, and control in mind – to help make living with diabetes a little easier. This booklet will help you get the most from your ACCU-CHEK Compact meter. We also invite you to visit www.accu-chek.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 2 “The ACCUCHEK...System ” and bullets on page 2 print 100c, 47y, 15k. The ACCU-CHEK Compact System Gradient bar at bottom of pages 2–5 print 100c, 47y, 15k to white with “Contents” reversed-out white on pages 4 and 5 only.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 3 Important Information About Your New Meter he amount of sugar em includes: est Drum (17 tests)* ncet Device* ncets* e your diabetes on a daily re easy to use, and you can a year, at 1-800-858-8072. uct demonstrations.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp “Contents” at top prints 100c, 47y, 15k. 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 4 Contents “Chapter 1...System ” reverses-out white of a gradient bar that prints 100c, 30m, 6k to white. Chapter 4: Using Y Storing Test Res Viewing Test Res Viewing Trend In Downloading Yo Chapter 5: Mainten Attaching the No Cleaning Your M Maintenance an Screen Message Chapter 6: Technic Product Limitatio Specifications ... Product Safety I Warranty ..........
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp 11:35 AM Page 5 Chapter 4: Using Your Meter’s Memory .................................................................................30 Storing Test Results ...................................................................................................................30 Viewing Test Results ..................................................................................................................30 Viewing Trend Information .....................................
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp Gradient bar across top prints 100c, 30m, 6k to white. “The ACCU-CHEK Compact System” prints prints 100c, 30m, 6k. Lead line/arrows print 50k throughout. 11:35 AM Page 6 Chapter 1: Understanding Your New System The ACCU-CHEK Compact System* MEM Button – Press this button to review values in memory. Display – Shows blood sugar results, messages, and results stored in memory. Dotted rules print 20k throughout. 6/27/05 Nose Cover – Covers the optics of the meter.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 7 ystem *Items may be sold separately. Battery Cover – Slide cover to unlock, open, and replace batteries. View Window – Displays the number of strips remaining. Infrared (IR) Interface Window – Used to transfer data from the meter to a computer. Test Strip – Touch drop of blood or control solution here at the black notch on the front end of the test strip. Top Test Drum – Bar code on label is read by the meter so coding is not necessary.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp “Installing the Test Drum” prints 100c, 30m, 6k. Gradient box behind “Notes” prints 20c, 6m, 1k to white. 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 8 Installing the Test Drum Notes: • Once you remove a test the strips. • Don’t open the drum com so causes the test drum by date” warning invalid • If you do take out a part meter, “CTRL” flashes in a control test. For more • Keep the test drum vial test drum. You’ll need to a control test.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 9 Notes: • Once you remove a test drum from its vial, you have 90 days to use up all the strips. • Don’t open the drum compartment until you’ve used all the strips. Doing so causes the test drum symbol to flash and makes the 90-day “use by date” warning invalid. • If you do take out a partially used test drum and put it back in the meter, “CTRL” flashes in the display, meaning you should perform a control test.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp “Installing (or Changing) the Batteries” prints 100c, 30m, 6k. Gradient box behind “Notes” prints 20c, 6m, 1k to white. 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 10 Installing (or Changing) the Batteries Setting the Be 1. Slide the battery cover on the back of the meter to unlock it and open it. Setting the time and date is i 2. Insert the batteries with the + and – ends matching the marks in the battery compartment. 3. Slide the battery cover back in place. 1.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 11 Setting the Beeper, Year, Time, and Date Setting the time and date is important if you use the meter’s memory or connect to a computer. he he 1. With the meter off, press SET. 2. Press MEM to turn the beeper on or off. 3. Press SET. The last two numbers of the year will flash. • The battery symbol means the batteries are low and should be changed soon. • If the meter shuts off after 3 seconds, no more tests can be run.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp Gradient box behind “Notes” prints 20c, 6m, 1k to white. 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 12 Chapter 2: Co Notes: • The beeper is designed to make the ACCU-CHEK Compact meter easier to use, but you can turn it off and not affect your test results in any way.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 13 Gradient bar at top prints 100m, 43y, 18k to white. Chapter 2: Control Testing Why Run Control Tests? Control tests ensure that both the meter and the test strips are working properly and giving reliable results. You should run a control test when: • The meter is new. • You drop the meter. • You open a new box of test strips. • CTRL flashes in the meter display window.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp “Running a Control Test” prints100m, 43y, 18k. 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 14 Running a Control Test For control testing, you’ll need your meter (with a test drum inserted), a bottle of ACCU-CHEK Compact control solution, and a napkin or paper towel. 1. With a test drum inserted, press . 2. The time, date, and test strip appear on the display. Next, the flashing blood drop and hand appear on the display. Then, press SET to mark the test as a control test.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp e of 6/27/05 11:35 AM 3. For accurate results, before you apply a drop of solution to a test strip, roll the bottle, squeeze one drop onto a paper towel, then wipe the bottle tip clean. 4. Hold the meter so the test strip points downward. Only a small drop of control solution is required. Do not bend the test strip. 5. Gently touch and hold one drop of solution against the black notch on the strip. nose cover attached.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 16 Understanding Notes: Gradient box behind “Notes” prints 20c, 6m, 1k to white. • Do not operate without the nose cover attached. For more information, see Chapter 5: Maintenance and Troubleshooting. • When applying control solution, do not flood the test strip. Only apply a small drop to the end of the test strip. • Do not bend the test strip.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 17 Understanding Control Test Results Low High Range (mg/dL) 33–63 311–421 Low High 43–73 321–431 The label on your test drum vial shows the acceptable ranges for low and high test solutions. Your control test results should be within the listed range. Make sure you compare the result to the range for the level of control solution you used (Low or High).
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 18 When a control test isn’t within the acceptable range, there could be several reasons. Follow these steps to find out why: Gradient box behind chart prints 20m, 9y, 4k to white. Troubleshooting Checks Action 1. Check the expiration dates of the test drum and control solution. Replace solution or drums that have expired, or solution you opened more than three months ago. 2.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 19 Gradient bar at top prints 27m, 100y, 6k to white. ns. Chapter 3: Testing Your Blood Sugar at have expired, or solution months ago. while, replace the test drum Preparing the ACCU-CHEK Softclix Lancet Device With the ACCU-CHEK Compact meter, you have a choice of 6 test sites. To test using an alternative site instead of your fingertip, see Testing with Blood from Alternative Sites. 1. Pull off the cap.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp Gradient box behind “Notes” prints 5m, 20y, 1k to white. 4. Snap the cap back on after lining up the notches. The cap easily snaps into place. 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 20 5. Twist the cap to set the lancet 6. Press the plunger (like a pen) until it depth. Start at 2 or 3. For tougher clicks. The release button will turn skin, dial to a higher number. yellow when the device is ready. Set aside until later in the test.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp plunger (like a pen) until it e release button will turn hen the device is ready. until later in the test. hat lets you get enough e one that’s right for you. ur lancet device with are Service Center 1-800-858-8072 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 21 Running a Blood Sugar Test Before running your first test, make sure you set up your meter properly and run a control test. See Chapters 1 and 2 for details. Do not operate without the nose cover attached.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 22 Do not pull your finger away until the meter beeps or the 000 is displayed. You may apply more blood for up to 25 seconds after applying the first drop. Testing with Blood f 8. The 000 on the display gradually disappears, and the test result is displayed in 8 seconds. Test results are automatically stored in the meter’s memory. 9. Holding the meter upright, press to release the test strip and turn the meter off. 10.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp er beeps or the 000 is p to 25 seconds after 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 23 “Testing with... Sites” prints 27m, 100y, 6k. Testing with Blood from Alternative Sites With the ACCU-CHEK Compact system, you have the option to use blood from an alternative site (palm, forearm, upper arm, thigh, or calf) in addition to blood taken from your fingertip. Although blood from your fingertip may be tested at any time, there are times when testing from alternative sites is not ideal.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp Gradient box behind text prints prints 5m, 20y, 1k to white.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 25 Follow Steps 1 through 3 in the section, Running a Blood Sugar Test, then: 1. Make sure you are using the clear cap specially designed for alternative site testing with the ACCU-CHEK Softclix lancet device. 2. Adjust the clear cap to the highest setting. 3. Press and hold the lancet device against a fleshy area on the alternative site. Press the release button and continue to apply steady pressure to the site.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 26 4. Immediately touch and hold the black notch on the front edge of the test strip to the blood drop. Do not pull away from the site until the meter beeps or the 000 is displayed. You may apply more blood for up to 25 seconds after applying the first drop. 5. The 000 on the display gradually disappears and the test result is displayed in 8 seconds. Test results are automatically stored in the meter’s memory. 6.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp hold the black notch on st strip to the blood drop. m the site until the meter splayed. You may apply 25 seconds after applying gradually disappears and yed in 8 seconds. Test y stored in the meter’s ght, press to nd turn the meter off. ake off the lancet device et end away from yourself. discharge the lancet into a er. about your test results, ur Test Results.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp “Recording Your Results ”,“Storing Your Supplies”, and “Understanding Your Test Results ” print 27m, 100y, 6k. 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 28 Recording Your Results Symptoms of H Always record your blood sugar results after testing. This will help you and your healthcare professional find patterns in your blood sugar results. This information will help you better manage your diabetes, reducing your chances for complications.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 29 Symptoms of High or Low Blood Sugar ealthcare professional find your diabetes, reducing in your kit, the meter’s sure you close the control e (and everything in it) e. s the kitchen, bathroom Being aware of the symptoms of high or low blood sugar can help you understand your test results and decide what to do if they seem unusual. Here are the most common symptoms.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp Gradient bar at top prints 65c, 100m, 15k to white. 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 30 Chapter 4: Using Your Meter’s Memory Storing Test Results Your meter automatically stores up to 100 test results, and you can review them at any time. If you’ve set the time and date on the meter (see Setting the Beeper, Year, Time, and Date), this information is stored and displayed with your test results. If you haven’t, test results are simply stored in order, from the newest to the oldest.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp y 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 31 Viewing Trend Information With the ACCU-CHEK Compact meter, you can see your highest, lowest, and average blood sugar results for the last seven days (if you’ve set the date and time on the meter). “Viewing Trend Information ” prints 65c, 100m, 15k. , and you can review them ng the Beeper, Year, Time, h your test results. If you he newest to the oldest. and 888 appear briefly. me (if set), and the word Example Example st, one at a time.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp Gradient box behind “Notes” prints 13c, 20m, 3k to white. 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 32 Transferring Da Notes: • Do not change your therapy based on an individual result recorded in memory. • Results stored in memory will not be lost when you replace the batteries, but you will need to reset the time and date. • Once 100 results are in memory, adding a new test result causes the oldest one to be deleted.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 33 Transferring Data 1. Install the software according to the instructions. 2. Run the software program and follow the instructions about how to download information. Make sure the software is ready to accept data from the meter. 3. Locate the infrared (IR) window on the top of the meter. 4. Locate the IR window on the infrared cable or PDA. 5. Point the two IR windows toward each other. They should be no more than 4 inches (10 cm) apart. 6.
1_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp Gradient bar at top and behind Triangle Icon prints 100c, 47y, 15k to white. Triangle icon prints 100m, 43y, 18k with “!” reversingout white. 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 34 Chapter 5: Maintenance and Troubleshooting Attaching the Nose Cover ! ▲ The nose cover of the ACCU-CHEK Compact meter must always be attached when running a blood sugar test or a control test. How to Remove and Attach the Nose Cover 1. The ACCU-CHEK Compact meter with the nose cover in place.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp hooting must always be attached on by snapping . Make sure nose cover completely or nce properly. 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 35 Cleaning Your Meter Caring for your ACCU-CHEK Compact meter is easy. If the display or the outside of the meter is dirty, wipe it off with a slightly damp cloth or cotton swab. You may use water, 10% bleach, 70% alcohol (ethyl alcohol) or 70% rubbing alcohol (isopropyl alcohol).
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp “Maintenance and Testing ”, and “Cleaning Your Lancet Device ” print 100c, 47y, 15k. 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 36 Maintenance and Testing Screen Messa Your meter needs little or no maintenance with normal use. It automatically tests its own systems every time you turn it on and lets you know if something is wrong. (See Screen Messages and Troubleshooting for error messages and what to do about them.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 37 Screen Messages and Troubleshooting normal use. me you turn it on and lets Messages and o do about them.) curate readings, make sure t expired, then run a rn off the meter, then press splay. All the sections picture to the left. If not, er at 1-800-858-8072. a soft cloth. DO NOT place g by placing it in 70% low the cap to air-dry after mer are Service Center 1-800-858-8072 ! ▲ Never make treatment decisions based on an error message.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 38 The meter is ready for a drop of blood to be put on the strip. This is a display check. If any parts or number segments are missing or unclear, call the ACCU-CHEK Customer Care service center at 1-800-858-8072. The temperature is above or below the limits of the meter (below 41 or above 113°F). Move to an area between 50 and 104°F, wait 30 minutes or more and repeat the test after the meter has reached the new temperature.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp display check. If any parts er segments are missing or call the ACCU-CHEK r Care service center at 58-8072. perature is above or below s of the meter (below 41 113°F). Move to an area 50 and 104°F, wait 30 or more and repeat the r the meter has reached temperature. Do not y heat or cool the meter. ding may not be accurate the test was performed he best operating ture range of the system °F). Results are displayed ratures within 41 and 113°F.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp All screen shots in Chapter 5 are 4/C 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 40 The test drum 90-day use-by period has expired. If the correct time and date were set on the meter and the door has not been opened since the installation of the test drum, then discard the old test drum and insert a new test drum. The bar code information stored in the meter is lost or unusable. Open and close the test drum compartment. Make sure a test drum is loaded in the meter.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp st drum 90-day use-by has expired. If the correct nd date were set on the and the door has not been d since the installation of t drum, then discard the t drum and insert a new um. 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 41 The test strip was bent or removed during testing, or the measurement window cover is not on correctly. Make sure the cover is snapped on tightly (see Cleaning Your Meter), then repeat the test. After the results are displayed, release the strip by pressing the .
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp All screen shots in Chapter 5 are 4/C 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 42 • Blood was applied to the strip too soon. Turn the meter off, then back on. Repeat the test, waiting for the hand symbol in the display before touching blood or control solution to the strip. • The meter was turned off and on again, but the strip is still in the meter. Hold the meter straight up and down and let the strip drop out, or take it out manually, even if it takes a small amount of force.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp s turned off and on strip is still in the r straight up and down ip drop out, or take it even if it takes a small ce. was taken out during t, then release the strip e . bent during the test. t with a new strip. are too old. est drum and repeat mer are Service Center 1-800-858-8072 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 43 Chapter 6: Technical Information Gradient bar at top is 44k to white.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp “Product Safety Information ” prints 44k. “Accu-Chek Compact... ” prints 44% black. 6/27/05 Meter storage conditions Test drum storage conditions Relative humidity operating range Memory capacity Dimensions Weight Lancet Device Depths 11:35 AM Page 44 With batteries and test drum: 36°F to 86°F (2°C to 30°C) 36°F to 86°F (2°C to 30°C) Less than 85% relative humidity 100 blood glucose values with time and date 4 x 2 x 1.2 inches (103 x 52 x 31 mm) Approximately 4.2 oz.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp 6°F (2°C to 30°C) date eries and test drum 1.85, 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 45 ACCU-CHEK Compact Meter Limited 3-Year Warranty Roche Diagnostics warrants to the original purchaser of the meter that your ACCU-CHEK Compact meter will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for 3 years from the date of purchase.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 46 Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty will last or the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above elimination and exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, which vary from state to state.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp ion of incidental or warranty gives you specific 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 47 ! ▲ CAUTION: A RESTRICTED LICENSE LIMITS USE OF THE ACCU-CHEK COMPACT SYSTEM– READ CAREFULLY THE LIMITATIONS RECITED BELOW. g in this booklet. Further 800-858-8072. K Compact system. The ACCU-CHEK Softclix lancet device and its use are protected by U.S. Patent Nos. 4,924,879 and Re. 35,803.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp “Additional Supplies ” prints 44k. 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 48 Patent Information This product, including the monitor and drum (including the test strips), and its use may be covered by one or more of the following U.S. patents: 5,206,147; 5,240,860; 5,334,508; 5,382,523; 5,510,266; 5,521,060; 5,575,403; 5,630,986; 5,632,410; 5,660,791; 5,720,924; 5,738,244; 5,810,199; 5,863,800; 6,036,919; 6,497,845; and D 448,294.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp y be covered by one or 10,266; 5,521,060; 3,800; 6,036,919; re centers, pharmacies or 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 49 Information for Professional Caregivers ! ▲ Healthcare Professionals: Follow the infection control procedures appropriate for your facility.
361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp “References ” and “Index ” print 44k. 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 50 References 1. Stedman, Thomas Lathrop, Stedman’s Medical Dictionary, 27th Edition, 1999, pg. 2082. 2. American Diabetes Association, “Clinical Practice Recommendations 2004.” Diabetes Care, Vol. 27, Supplement 1, pg. S9.
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361_26758_Manual_AC_Compact.qxp “ACCU-CHEK Customer Care... www.ACCUCHEK.com ” prints 100c, 47y, 15k. 6/27/05 11:35 AM Page 54 ACCU-CHEK Compact ® ACCU-CHEK Customer Care Service Center 1-800-858-8072 www.accu-chek.com ©2005 Roche Diagnostics. All rights reserved. Assembled for and distributed in the U.S.A.
