Lifescan SPD2410BD manual Months from the date you first open the vial

NOTE: If opening the test strip vial for the first time, write the discard date (4 months from today) on the vial label and perform a control solution test fol- lowing the instructions below.

4. Shake the control solution vial. Apply 1 drop of control solution to the centre of the pink test square.

◆The first time you open the control solution vial, write the discard date on the label in the space provided. The discard date for control solution is 3

months from the date you first open the vial.

◆Check expiration date and discard date. Do not use the control solution after these dates.

◆If the entire white pad surrounding the pink test square is soaked, you have applied too much Glucose Control Solution.

CAUTION: Applying too much control solution may cause out–of–range results and may make the meter dirty.

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