User guide

The start and stop times of basal rates for this
example are:
• 12:00 a.m. (00:00) to 3:00 a.m. (3:00) for basal
rate 1
• 3:00 a.m. (3:00) to 7:00 a.m. (7:00) for basal
rate 2
• 7:00 a.m. (7:00) to 9:00 p.m. (21:00) for basal
rate 3
• 9:00 p.m. (21:00) to 12:00 a.m. (00:00) for basal
rate 4
If you need one basal insulin that starts before
midnight and stops after midnight, you need to set
up two basal rates. These basal rates have the same
rate but different start and stop times. For example,
in this graph a basal rate is needed from 9:00 p.m to 3:00 a.m. (21:00 to 3:00) at one rate. Basal rate 1
always starts at midnight and should be set to end at 3:00 a.m. (3:00). After setting basal rates 2 and 3,
rate 4 is set from 9:00 p.m. (21:00) to midnight at the same rate as basal rate 1. This gives continuous
basal insulin from 9:00 p.m to 3:00 a.m. (21:00 to 3:00) at one rate.
You cannot set a start time for one basal rate to overlap the next basal rate. The addition of a new basal
rate will erase any basal rates that follow.
For best results, setting or changing your basal rate(s) should be discussed with your healthcare
professional.
Your basal settings
You must program your basal settings before you can deliver basal insulin. Keep a written record of your
basal settings.
It is recommended that you set your basal rates with the assistance of your healthcare professional.
If you plan to take off your pump for an extended period of time, i.e. more than a day, set the basal rate
to 0.00 U/H. This will ensure that the insulin delivery records in your pump are accurate. Refer to the If
you remove your pump section in the The basics chapter for more information.
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Basal Rate 1
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Basal Rate 3
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Basal Rate 4
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