C A R I N G F O R Y O U R M E T E R
MAINTENANCE
Your SURESTEP® Blood Glucose Meter is easy to maintain. However, to keep it in good operating condi- tion, follow these simple rules:
General Care
■Keep your meter dry and avoid exposing it to extremes in temper- ature. Do not store your meter or test strips in a car or refrigerator.
■Dropping the meter could damage its electronics. If you drop your meter, do a control solution test to ensure it is working properly.
■Do not take the meter apart. Sensitive parts could be damaged, causing false results and voiding the warranty.
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Cleaning the Meter
Clean the test strip holder (cover and base), lens area, and contact points with water when there is dirt, blood, or lint present.
CAUTION:
■Use only water when cleaning the meter. Do not get water inside the SURESTEP Meter. Never immerse the meter or hold it under running water.
■Do not use cleansers or glass cleaners with ammonia.
■When disinfecting the meter, use a 10% bleach solution (9 parts water, 1 part bleach) and remove with water.
