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3.2 REMOVING THE SENSOR FROM ITS PACKAGING
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Carefully remove the Sensor from its packaging. Look closely at the Sensor to
make sure it is not damaged.
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The Applicator is a single use, disposable unit. The Safety Lock prevents you
from accidentally releasing the needle before you are ready.
The Sensor is sterile in its unopened, undamaged package. Do not
use any Sensor if its sterile package has been previously damaged
or opened.
3.3 CHOOSING AN INSERTION SITE
Choose a site on a fatty area of your belly to place the Sensor. You can choose
a site above or below your belt line. The best areas to insert your Sensor are
usually fl at, “pinchable,” and free from where rubbing can occur (i.e., pant line,
seatbelts).
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Avoid areas with scarring, tattoos, or rough patches of skin from your insulin
injections or pump.
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Choose an area that is at least 3 inches (7.62 centimeters) from where you plan
to inject insulin or from where your pump infusion site is located.
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Avoid using the same spot repeatedly for Sensor insertion. Never use the same
site for 2 Sensor sessions in a row.
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You may need to shave the area where you plan to put the Sensor so that the
adhesive patch sticks securely.
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Make sure there are no traces of lotions, perfumes or medications on the area.
Clean the area fi rst with an alcohol swab. Make sure the area is clean and
completely dry before you insert the Sensor.
Establish a rotation schedule for choosing each new Sensor location.
Avoid Sensor locations that are constrained by clothing, accessories,
or subjected to rigorous movement during exercise.
Avoid injecting insulin or placing an insulin pump infusion set within
3 inches (7.62 centimeters) of the Sensor.