Name: Accu-Chek Guide
Brand: Accu-Chek
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Meter and Lancing Device Cleaning and Disinfecting

NOTE

For technical assistance or questions on cleaning and disinfecting, contact the Accu‑Chek Customer

Care Service Center at 1‑800‑858‑8072.

Cleaning and Disinfecting the Meter

WARNING

If the meter is being operated by a second person who is providing testing assistance to the user, the

meter and lancing device should be cleaned and disinfected prior to use by the second person.

To clean and disinfect without damaging the meter, follow these procedures carefully.

When to Clean and Disinfect the Meter

• Clean the meter to remove visible dirt or other material prior to disinfecting.

• Clean and disinfect the meter at least once per week and when blood is present on the surface of the

meter.

• Clean and disinfect the meter before allowing anyone else to handle the meter. Do not allow anyone else

to use the meter on themselves for testing purposes.

NOTE

Using cleaning and disinfecting products could result in damage to the meter. If you notice any of the

following signs of deterioration after cleaning and disinfecting your meter, stop using your meter and

contact the Accu‑Chek Customer Care Service Center at 1‑800‑858‑8072: residue around buttons,

clouding of display, button malfunction, out‑of‑range control results.

What to Clean and Disinfect

The following parts of the meter should be cleaned and disinfected:

• The area around slots and openings (do not get any moisture in slots or openings)

• The meter display

• The entire meter surface

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