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Step 3: Obtain a blood drop (see pages 35-37).
Apply blood to the end of the test strip. Capillary
action will pull the blood into the strip. The meter will
beep when it detects that blood has been applied.
The meter will begin to count down. Do not add
blood on top of the test strip, as you may receive
an inaccurate result.
If meter does not start after adding the first blood
drop, you may apply a second drop within 10
seconds of the first drop. Discard strip if meter does
not start to count down after second blood drop
is applied.
Important: Ensure that enough blood is applied
to fill the check window and it turns red. When the
check window is filled with blood and a beep
sounds, remove the tip of the test strip from your
finger. If there is not enough blood, “E-7” or “Lo”
will be displayed.