Accu-Chek Spirit Combo User Manual

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2.9 Positioning the infusion set
Always follow the instructions given to you by your doctor or
healthcare team and the instructions for the infusion set you
are using.
Change your infusion set as frequently as recommended by the
manufacturer.
2.9.1 Preparing the infusion site
Infusion site selection
Your doctor or healthcare team will help you choose your infusion
site areas according to a planned rotation pattern. Avoid your
waistline, bones, scar tissue, recent infusion sites, bruises and
sores. Choose an infusion site at least one inch (2.5 cm) away
from the navel and previous infusion sites.
Infusion site preparation
It is important to prepare the infusion site properly to reduce the
risks of infection. Your doctor or healthcare team will provide you
with infusion site preparation guidelines.
Have the following materials ready:
j Your Accu-Chek Spirit Combo insulin pump
j A disinfectant for your skin
j A new Accu-Chek infusion set

Accu-Chek Spirit Combo Specifications

General

Device Type	Insulin Pump
Display	LCD
Water Resistance	IPX8
Communication	Bluetooth
Reservoir Capacity	315 units
Bolus Calculator	Yes
Manufacturer	Roche Diabetes Care
Bolus Dose Increments	0.1 units
Battery Type	AAA
Insulin Type	U-100 Insulin
Bolus Type	Standard, Extended
Remote Control	Yes
Basal Rate Increments	0.01 units/hour
Compatibility	Accu-Chek Combo