Accu-Chek Spirit User Manual

5.7 Change the cartridge and infusion set
Have the following materials ready:
 Your Accu-Chek Spirit insulin pump
 A filled Accu-Chek 3.15 ml plastic cartridge
 A new Accu-Chek infusion set
 A new adapter (must be changed at least with every
10
th
cartridge)
 A disinfectant for skin
Make sure your insulin pump is in STOP.
Remove your infusion set from your infusion
site.
Remove the infusion set from the adapter and
dispose of it properly.
Note The battery key has a notch that fits the luer-lock connectors
of the Accu-Chek FlexLink and the Accu-Chek TenderLink
infusion sets. You may use the battery key to loosen the
luer-lock connector between your infusion set and adapter if
it cannot be loosened by hand.
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Prepare the pump for use

Accu-Chek Spirit Specifications

General

Type	Insulin Pump
Manufacturer	Roche Diabetes Care
Insulin Type	Rapid-acting insulin
Bolus Types	Standard bolus, Extended bolus, Multiwave bolus
Battery Type	AAA alkaline
Reservoir Capacity	315 units
Bolus Dose Increments	0.1 units
Display	LCD
Connectivity	Infrared
Battery Life	Approximately 4-6 weeks