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CONTOUR NEXT GEN - User Manual

CONTOUR NEXT GEN
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USER GUIDE
Uses only Contour
®
next
blood glucose test strips.
Works with the
Contour
®
Diabetes app available for
download from the App Store
SM
or on Google Play
TM
.
Blood Glucose
Monitoring System
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Summary

INTENDED USE

CONTOUR DIABETES App Purpose

Defines the CONTOUR®DIABETES app's intended use for diabetes management.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Critical Warnings and Usage Restrictions

Covers critical reading warnings, serious illness restrictions, and professional consultation advice.

BIOHAZARD AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Biohazard Handling and Disposal Guidelines

Emphasizes safe handling of biohazardous materials and proper disposal.

General Usage and Material Precautions

Covers reading instructions, product integrity, storage, and material management.

SYSTEM LIMITATIONS

Altitude and Xylose Interference

Specifies altitude limits and xylose interference for testing.

METER OPERATION AND TESTING GUIDELINES

Temperature and Environment Considerations

Details operating temperature, humidity, and environmental factors.

Result Display Units and Measurement Range

Explains mmol/L vs mg/dL display and the measurement range.

Handling Low and High Glucose Readings

Guides on interpreting and responding to LO or HI blood glucose readings.

GETTING STARTED WITH YOUR CONTOUR NEXT GEN METER

Meter Components and Overview

Introduces the meter and its basic components and functions.

Navigating Meter Controls and Buttons

Explains how to use the meter's buttons for navigation and selection.

METER DISPLAY AND SYMBOL INTERPRETATION

Understanding Meter Screen Elements

Identifies and explains various icons and indicators on the meter display.

Interpreting Blood Glucose Result Symbols

Explains symbols indicating results relative to target ranges and conditions.

TEST STRIP HANDLING AND METER CHECK

Test Strip Insertion and Meter Readiness Check

Guides on correct test strip insertion and meter self-test verification.

TARGET RANGES AND RESULT INDICATORS

Understanding Target Range Indicators

Explains how the meter indicates results relative to target ranges.

MEAL MARKERS AND TESTING PREPARATION

Using Meal Markers for Glucose Tracking

Explains how to use Meal Markers to track glucose levels relative to meals.

Preparing for Blood Glucose Testing

Outlines steps and precautions before performing a blood glucose test.

BLOOD GLUCOSE TESTING PROCEDURE

Fingertip Testing Setup and Supplies

Lists necessary materials and basic setup for fingertip blood glucose testing.

Symptoms of High and Low Blood Glucose

Describes common symptoms associated with hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia.

PREPARING THE LANCING DEVICE

Lancing Device Setup and Safety Warnings

Provides instructions for preparing the lancing device and highlights safety warnings.

TEST STRIP INSERTION AND BLOOD SAMPLE

Test Strip Insertion and Meter Readiness

Details how to insert a test strip and what the meter display indicates.

Fingertip Blood Sample Collection

Guides on obtaining a blood drop from the fingertip for testing.

APPLYING BLOOD SAMPLE FOR TESTING

Obtaining and Applying Blood Drop to Strip

Explains how to form and apply a blood drop to the test strip.

Second-Chance Blood Sampling Procedure

Describes how to apply additional blood if the first sample is insufficient.

SELECTING MEAL MARKERS FOR RESULTS

Assigning Meal Markers to Test Results

Guides on selecting and assigning meal markers to test results.

SETTING REMINDERS AND SMARTLIGHT INDICATOR

Setting Blood Glucose Test Reminders

Explains how to set up reminders for future blood glucose tests.

Understanding the smartLIGHT Indicator Feature

Describes the smartLIGHT feature and its color-coded feedback.

INTERPRETING TEST RESULTS

Comparing Results to Overall Target Range

Explains how results are compared to the overall target range.

Expected Blood Glucose Values and Factors

Provides information on normal blood glucose ranges and influencing factors.

HANDLING SPECIAL TEST RESULTS AND AST

Interpreting LO and HI Glucose Readings

Explains how to interpret and respond to very low (LO) or very high (HI) readings.

ALTERNATIVE SITE TESTING (AST) GUIDELINES

AST Usage Guidelines and Restrictions

Provides guidance on when and when not to perform Alternative Site Testing.

ALTERNATIVE SITE TESTING (AST) PROCEDURE

Preparing the Palm Puncture Site

Details steps for preparing the puncture site on the palm.

Obtaining and Applying Palm Blood Sample

Guides on obtaining and applying blood from the palm to the test strip.

AST BLOOD SAMPLE HANDLING AND SAMPLING

Prohibited AST Sample Conditions

Lists conditions under which blood samples from the palm should not be tested.

AST Second-Chance Blood Sampling

Explains how to apply more blood to the test strip during AST.

MEAL MARKERS AND TEST REMINDERS

Meal Marker Choices and Functionality

Describes the available meal markers and their relation to target ranges.

Setting Test Reminders Configuration

Provides instructions for setting up test reminders.

CONTROL SOLUTION TESTING AND QUALITY CONTROL

Control Solution Usage and Quality Control Checks

Details how to use control solution and when to perform quality control checks.

Performing a Control Solution Test

Step-by-step guide for performing a control solution test.

CONTROL SOLUTION TEST PROCEDURE EXECUTION

Applying Control Solution and Meter Response

Guides on applying control solution to the test strip and meter response.

Evaluating Control Test Results and Troubleshooting

Explains result comparison and actions for out-of-range results.

LOGBOOK AND AVERAGE GLUCOSE READINGS

Reviewing Test Results in the Logbook

Explains how to access and navigate the meter's logbook.

Viewing Calculated Glucose Averages

Guides on accessing and viewing calculated blood glucose averages.

METER SETTINGS AND CONFIGURATION OPTIONS

Accessing and Navigating Meter Settings Menu

Details how to enter and navigate the meter's settings menu.

Changing Time and Date Settings

Provides instructions for adjusting time and date formats and values.

SETTING TIME, DATE, AND SOUND FEATURES

Adjusting Time Format and Value Settings

Explains how to change the time format and set the current time.

Setting Date Format and Value Settings

Guides on changing the date format and setting the current date.

Configuring Meter Sound Options

Details how to turn the meter's sound feature On or Off.

CONFIGURE METER FEATURES

Configuring Meal Markers and Reminders

Explains how to turn Meal Markers and Reminder features on or off.

MANAGING TARGET GLUCOSE RANGES

Changing Overall Target Glucose Range

Guides on adjusting the overall target glucose range in meter settings.

Setting Individual Target Glucose Ranges

Explains how to set specific target ranges for different meal times.

TARGET RANGE CONFIGURATION DETAILS

Setting Low Target Glucose Range Values

Details how to set the low end for target ranges.

Setting High Target Glucose Range Values

Details how to set the high end for target ranges.

SMARTLIGHT TARGET RANGE INDICATOR FUNCTION

Configuring the smartLIGHT Feature Operation

Guides on turning the smartLIGHT target range indicator on or off.

BLUETOOTH WIRELESS FUNCTIONALITY SETUP

Pairing Meter with Mobile Devices via Bluetooth

Explains how to enable and use Bluetooth for meter pairing.

CONTOUR DIABETES APP INTEGRATION AND PAIRING

Downloading and Installing the Diabetes App

Provides steps to download and install the CONTOUR DIABETES app.

Pairing Meter with the Diabetes App

Guides on how to pair the meter with the CONTOUR DIABETES app.

METER CARE, CLEANING, AND DISINFECTION

General Meter Care and Storage Guidelines

Provides advice on storing and handling the meter to prevent damage.

Meter Cleaning and Disinfection Procedures

Details the recommended methods for cleaning and disinfecting the meter.

METER CLEANING AND DISINFECTION STEPS

Meter Cleaning Procedure Steps

Step-by-step instructions for cleaning the meter.

Meter Disinfection Procedure Steps

Step-by-step instructions for disinfecting the meter.

LANCING DEVICE CLEANING AND DISINFECTION

Lancing Device Cleaning Instructions

Refers to the lancing device insert for cleaning instructions.

TRANSFERRING RESULTS AND BATTERY REPLACEMENT

Transferring Results to a Personal Computer

Explains how to transfer test results to a personal computer.

Battery Replacement Instructions

Provides instructions on replacing the meter's batteries.

ERROR DETECTION AND HANDLING PROCEDURES

Understanding and Resolving Error Codes

Lists common error codes and the steps to resolve them.

CUSTOMER SERVICE AND TECHNICAL SUPPORT

Customer Service Contact Checklist

Lists information needed when contacting customer service for support.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION: SYSTEM ACCURACY

System Accuracy Results Comparison

Presents data on the system's accuracy compared to laboratory methods.

User Accuracy Study Findings

Summarizes results from a study evaluating user accuracy.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION: SYSTEM PRECISION

System Repeatability Results Data

Shows results from a study on measurement repeatability.

System Intermediate Precision Results Data

Presents data on intermediate precision of the system.

SPECIFICATIONS AND PRODUCT LABELING SYMBOLS

Meter Specifications and Operating Conditions

Lists technical specifications like range, memory, and temperature.

Product Labeling Symbols Definitions

Defines symbols used on the product labeling and packaging.

SYMBOL DEFINITIONS AND MEASUREMENT PRINCIPLES

Additional Symbol Meanings and Usage

Explains further symbols like discard date, temperature limits, and IVD.

Principles of Glucose Measurement Technology

Describes the technical basis of the glucose measurement procedure.

PRODUCT WARRANTY INFORMATION

Manufacturers Warranty Terms and Limitations

Outlines the terms, limitations, and exclusions of the product warranty.

CONTOUR NEXT GEN Specifications

General IconGeneral
Measuring Time5 seconds
Blood Sample Size0.6 μL
Power Source1 x 3V lithium coin battery (CR2032)
ConnectivityBluetooth
BatteryCR2032
Operating Conditions5°C to 45°C

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