Use only infusion sets that have a luer-lock connector. All current ACCU-CHEK infusion sets have luer-lock connectors and are the preferred choice for use with your ACCU-CHEK Spirit insulin pump. All ACCU-CHEK infusion sets are PVC free, are skin-friendly, and do not affect insulin. The diameter of the ACCU-CHEK infusion set tubing is small for fast priming and minimal waste of insulin.

ACCU-CHEK infusion sets come in a wide range of lengths from 60 cm (24 inches) to 110 cm (43 inches). Choose your tubing length based on how you wear your pump. Please refer to the infusion set instructions for proper usage and priming volumes.

Adapter

Vents

Seal inside the adapter

Seal outside the adapter

The adapter connects the cartridge to the infusion set. It has two seals to keep water from getting into the cartridge compartment. Two vents on the adapter allow air pressure to equalize. The adapter will not work properly if the vents are plugged, dirty, or if the seals are worn or missing.

Change the adapter with at least every 10th cartridge change. Also change the adapter if the seals become worn, lost, or if the vents become plugged.

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