User manual

CODING/CALIBRATING
YOUR METER
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When to code/calibrate
Before you use your meter for the first time and every time
you open a new box of test strips, you need to code/calibrate
the meter to match the strips.
Each code/calibration key provides your meter with the specific
information it needs to accurately measure blood glucose.
Do not use any other code/calibration key, except the
one that arrives in the box with the pot of test strips.
Installation of Code/Calibration Key
A code key is properly installed when it snaps into place.
You will need to insert a new code key:
•
Whenever one of these displays appear
•
Whenever you open a new box of strips:
1. Make sure meter is turned OFF
2. Turn meter over so that you are looking at the back
3. Remove old code key if one is installed and discard
4. Insert new code key until it snaps into place
5. Turn meter ON. A 3-digit code number appears.
This number must match the code number on your
vial of test strips. If it does not, repeat steps 1-5
NOTE : Always perform a QC test with each new pot of strips.
See pages 17
and 18 for a
full description
of the error
messages.