Accu-Chek Performa User Manual

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Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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Display Action
Not enough blood or control solution was drawn into the test strip for measurement or
was applied after the test had started. Discard the test strip and repeat the blood
glucose or control test.
Blood or control solution was applied to the test strip before the flashing drop symbol
appeared on the display. Discard the test strip and repeat the blood glucose or control
test.
An electronic error occurred, or in rare cases, a used test strip was removed and
reinserted. Turn the meter o and on, or take the battery out for 20seconds and
reinsert it. Perform a blood glucose or control test.
The temperature is above or below the proper range for the system. Refer to the test
strip package insert for system operating conditions. Move to an area with the
appropriate conditions, wait 5minutes, and repeat the blood glucose or control test.
Do not artificially heat or cool the meter.
The battery is almost out of power. Change the battery now. If the message reappears
after the battery has been replaced, remove the battery again, press any meter
button, then reinsert the battery.
The time and date settings may be incorrect. Make sure the time and date are correct
and adjust, if necessary.
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Accu-Chek Performa Specifications

General

Sample Size	0.6 µL
Test Time	5 seconds
Meter Dimensions	94 x 52 x 21 mm
Measurement Range	0.6-33.3 mmol/L
Memory Capacity	500 results
Battery Type	1 x CR2032 lithium coin cell
Automatic Power Off	90 seconds after last user action
Operating Humidity	10 to 90% RH
Storage Conditions	10% to 90% RH
Meter Weight	59 g (with battery)