Accu-Chek insulin pump manual System components if needed

Remove the plunger rod by turning it counter-clockwise out of the plunger.

Remove the filling needle with its protective cap from the cartridge by turning counter-clockwise. Dispose of properly.

Push the cartridge protective cap tightly onto the cartridge tip until it clicks.

The cartridge is now ready to use.

Note:

Do not pull or push the plunger rod during removal.

▲	Air bubbles in the cartridge and infusion set may cause
!	the infusion of air instead of insulin. In this case, your body
CAUTION	does not receive the required amount of insulin and an
	error E4: OCCLUSION may be displayed. Remove bubbles
	while filling the cartridge and priming the infusion set and
	without having the infusion set connected to your body.
	Cold insulin may release air when warmed. Use only insulin
	at room temperature when filling the cartridge and priming
	the infusion set. Inspect the cartridge and the infusion set for
	air bubbles at least every three hours during the day and
	before you go to sleep. Remove any air bubbles and change
	system components if needed.

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