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Dexcom G7 - User Manual

Dexcom G7
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User Guide
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Summary

Welcome

Get started

Instructions for initial setup and usage of the G7 system.

Contact information

Details on how to reach Dexcom support and corporate office.

Safety Information

Dexcom G7 CGM System safety statements

Essential safety statements, indications, and contraindications for the G7 system.

Risks and benefits

Discussion of potential risks and advantages associated with using the G7 CGM System.

Display Device Screens

Glucose information

Explanation of how glucose readings and trend information are displayed on the app and receiver.

Sensor reading and trend arrow

Details on how sensor readings and trend arrows indicate glucose status and direction.

Navigation

How to access different features and sections using the app's navigation tabs.

Treatment Decisions

When to use your BG meter instead of G7

Situations where using a blood glucose meter is necessary instead of relying on G7 readings.

Using the trend arrows

How to interpret trend arrows for making dosing decisions and managing glucose.

Alerts

Low alerts

Description of different low glucose alerts and their meanings for timely intervention.

High alert

Explanation of high glucose alerts, their triggers, and recommended actions.

System alerts

Information on system alerts that indicate potential issues with the G7 device or connection.

Responding to app alerts

Guidance on how to acknowledge and resolve alerts received on the app.

Set Up Displays, Medical Device, and Siri

App

Instructions for downloading and setting up the Dexcom G7 app on a smartphone.

Dexcom receiver

Steps for pairing and setting up the dedicated Dexcom G7 receiver.

App Connections

Sensor

Information on managing sensor sessions and viewing device status within the app.

Share and Follow

How to share glucose data with friends and family using the Share and Follow feature.

Events and History

Using events to manage glucose

How to log events like meals and insulin to understand glucose patterns and management.

Tracking events

Detailed steps on how to log various events and activities within the app.

Next Sensor Session

Sensor transition

Procedures for ending the current sensor session and starting a new one.

Remove your sensor

Instructions and tips for safely and easily removing the used G7 sensor.

Troubleshooting

Accuracy and calibration

Guidance on troubleshooting sensor accuracy and performing calibration with a BG meter.

Adhesive patch

Solutions for issues related to the sensor's adhesive patch peeling off.

Cant hear alerts

Steps to resolve problems with not hearing alerts from the app or receiver.

Common alerts

Explanations and solutions for frequently encountered alerts like Brief Sensor Issue and Sensor Failed.

Clarity

Taking Care of Your G7

G7 maintenance

Recommended practices for maintaining the sensor and receiver for optimal performance.

Storage

Guidelines for proper storage of the G7 sensor and receiver to prevent system failures.

Warranty

Dexcom receiver limited warranty

Details of the limited warranty coverage for the Dexcom G7 receiver.

Dexcom sensor limited warranty

Information regarding the warranty terms and conditions for the Dexcom G7 sensor.

Technical Information

Device performance characteristics

Overview of the G7's performance based on clinical studies, including safety and precision.

Product specifications

Technical details and specifications for the G7 sensor/transmitter and Dexcom receiver.

Sensor stability

Data on sensor accuracy and performance stability over the wear period.

Dexcom G7 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeContinuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) System
Sensor Wear Duration10 days
Warm-up Time30 minutes
App CompatibilityiOS and Android
ApprovalFDA approved
ConnectivityBluetooth
Transmitter Range6 meters (20 feet)
AlertsHigh and low glucose alerts, customizable alerts
Report GenerationAvailable through app
SizeSmaller than previous models
Water ResistanceIPX8 (waterproof up to 1 meter for 24 hours)

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