Applying the FreeStyle Libre 3 Sensor Takes 4
Simple Steps – It‘s That Easy:
Choose an area of skin on the back of your upper arm. Prepare the application area and
apply the sensor correctly.
Wash the application area with a simple
soap, dry the area and then clean it with
an alcohol wipe.
Carefully unpack the FreeStyle Libre 3
sensor applicator and twist off the cap.
Place the sensor applicator over the
prepared area and press firmly onto your
skin.
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When attaching the sensor to the
body, a thin, flexible, sterile filament is
pushed directly under your skin.
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Gently pull the sensor applicator away
from your body. The sensor should now
adhere to your skin.
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To dispose your sensor applicator:
Place the cap back on the applicator and dispose of it at a designated location for
medical waste. You can dispose of sensor packs via municipal waste disposal.
To dispose of your sensors:
Our FreeStyle Libre sensors are subject to the Electrical and Electronic Equip-
ment Act and must therefore be disposed of as electronic waste after use.
The FreeStyle Libre 3 Sensor Can Be Worn for up to
14 Days – Help It Adhere With These Suggestions:
Oily skin
To improve adhesion, clean your skin with soap and water and dry and clean it with
an alcohol wipe. Allow the skin to dry completely (without blowing on it) before
applying the sensor.
Wet skin
To improve adhesion, dry your skin and clean it with an alcohol wipe. Allow the
skin to dry completely (without blowing on it) before applying the sensor.
Hairy skin
The selected area on the back of the upper arm should be shaved clean.
If you need additional fixation, you can also apply a fixation bandage or medi-
cal tape over the sensor.
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Please make sure that the hole of the sensor is not
covered!
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