GlucoMan Areo User Manual

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User manual
Thank you for choosing the GlucoMen® areo meter.
We have designed this compact blood glucose meter for faster and
easier testing of your blood glucose and we hope it will be of great
help in the management of your diabetes. This manual explains how to
use your new meter. Before testing, carefully read through this manual
and the package inserts that come with it: GlucoMen® areo Sensor and
GlucoMen® areo Control. Pay particular attention to listed warnings and
cautions. Please keep this manual handy for future reference. If you have
any questions, please contact A. Menarini Diagnostics for assistance
(references at the end of this manual).
1. Intended use
Your GlucoMen® areo meter and GlucoMen® areo Sensor are in vitro
diagnostic medical devices to quantitatively measure the glucose level in
fresh capillary whole blood. They are intended for self testing to monitor
and control blood glucose levels by people with diabetes mellitus; they
can also be used in a clinical setting by healthcare professionals. They
are not intended for diagnosis or screening of diabetes or for neonatal
use. Do not alter your treatment on the basis of test results of this meter
without previously consulting your doctor or healthcare professional.
● Blood glucose
monitoring system
2. System overview
2.1 Meter
FRONT
TEST STRIP PORT
UP/DOWN (
/ )
BUTTONS
ENTER (
) BUTTON
TEST STRIP PORT
Test strip should be inserted here.
ENTER ( ) BUTTON
Press and hold for 2 seconds to access meter memory (§5.1) or longer
(4 seconds) to enter setup mode while not testing (§6).
UP/DOWN ( / ) BUTTONS
Press or to scroll through different options and/or values.
BACK
BATTERY HOLDER
NFC ANTENNA
DATA TRANSFER PORT
RELEASE BUTTON
RELEASE BUTTON
Press this button to remove used test strip.
BATTERY HOLDER
Houses two CR2032 3V lithium coin cell batteries.
DATA TRANSFER PORT
Connection port for PC data cable and Bluetooth device from A. Menarini
Diagnostics.
METER SCREEN
CLOCK/ALARM ICON
HYPO/HYPER ICONS
DROP ICON
MAIN DISPLAY AREA
UNIT OF MEASUREMENT
TIME
AVERAGE
DATEMARKERS
ICONS
WRONG TEMPERATURE ICON
MEMORY ICON
CTL ICON
NFC ICON
LOW BATTERY ICON
MEMORY ICON: indicates that you are using the memory
(§5).
CLOCK/ALARM ICON: “clock” appears while setting the time
(§6.1); “alarm” appears while setting the
acoustic reminder(s), and will be dis-
played if any alarm is on (§6.2).
HYPO/HYPER ICONS: appear while setting the hypoglycaemic
and hyperglycaemic thresholds and if
your test results are below or above these
values (§6.4).

GlucoMan Areo Specifications

General

Brand	GlucoMan
Model	Areo
Category	Blood Glucose Meter
Language	English

Summary

System Overview

Meter Components

Details the front and back components of the GlucoMen areo blood glucose meter, including buttons and ports.

Test Strip Insertion

Explains how to correctly insert a test strip into the GlucoMen areo meter.

Intended Use

Meter Screen Layout

Before Testing Procedures

Meter Usage Cautions

Provides essential safety precautions and environmental conditions for using the GlucoMen areo meter accurately.

Test Strip Usage Cautions

Details critical warnings and best practices for handling and using GlucoMen areo test strips for accurate results.

Blood Glucose Measurement

Blood Sampling Techniques

Explains proper blood sampling methods and includes cautions regarding puncture site preparation and hygiene.

Alternative Site Testing (AST)

Discusses testing blood glucose from fingertip, palm, and forearm, noting potential differences in results.

Performing a Blood Glucose Test

Step-by-step guide on how to insert a test strip, apply blood, and read the result from the meter.

Control Solution Testing

Marking Test Results

Managing Test Results

Reviewing Past Results

How to access and browse stored blood glucose test results, including date, time, and markers.

Viewing Result Averages

How to view average blood glucose readings over different time intervals (1-90 days).

Data Transmission Methods

Details methods for transferring stored blood glucose data from the meter.

NFC Data Transmission

Instructions for enabling and using NFC to transfer blood glucose data to compatible devices or apps.

Meter Setup and Configuration

Date and Time Setup

Guide to setting the correct date and time on the GlucoMen areo meter for accurate data logging.

Alarm Setup

Instructions on how to set up to three acoustic alarms on the meter for timely reminders.

Beeper Settings

How to adjust or turn the meter's beeper function on or off.

Hypo/Hyper Alarm Setup

NFC Function Activation

Instructions for enabling the NFC function on the GlucoMen areo meter for data transfer.

Meter Care and Maintenance

Storing the Meter

Provides recommended storage temperatures and conditions for the meter and test strips.

Cleaning the Meter

Guidance on how to clean and disinfect the GlucoMen areo meter safely.

Changing the Batteries

Step-by-step instructions for replacing the meter's batteries and considerations for data retention.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

HI and LO Messages

Explains the meaning of 'HI' and 'LO' readings and advises on actions to take.

Error Messages

Details various error codes displayed by the meter and provides troubleshooting steps for each.

Unexpected Test Results

Guidance on how to handle and verify unusual blood glucose test results.

Technical Specifications

Warranty Information

Symbols and Abbreviations