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Medtronic 640G User Manual

Medtronic 640G
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GETTING STARTED WITH
CONTINUOUS GLUCOSE
MONITORING
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Medtronic 640G Specifications

General IconGeneral
ManufacturerMedtronic
Model640G
CGM IntegrationYes
SmartGuard TechnologyYes
DisplayColor screen
Auto ModeNo
TypeInsulin Pump
Battery TypeAA battery
Battery LifeApproximately 7 days
ConnectivityWireless
Compatible SensorsEnlite
Insulin DeliveryBasal and bolus
MemoryUp to 90 days of data
CalibrationRequired for CGM
Data Management SoftwareCareLink
WeightApproximately 100g

Summary

Introduction to Continuous Glucose Monitoring

Sensor Glucose (SG) and Blood Glucose (BG)

Trends

Trend Arrows and Graph Interpretation

Explains how trend arrows and the sensor graph indicate glucose direction and speed.

Personalised Alerts

Turning Sensor Feature On

Steps to enable the sensor feature before setting up alerts.

Low Settings Configuration

Customizing alerts and suspend features for low glucose events.

SmartGuard™ Suspend Features

Details on insulin delivery suspension for low glucose events.

Resuming Basal Insulin

Automatic and manual resumption of basal insulin after suspension.

High Settings Configuration

Customizing alerts for high glucose levels and rising glucose rates.

Changing High and Low Settings

Instructions for modifying existing High or Low settings.

Alert Silence Feature

How to silence sensor alerts for a specified duration.

Reading the Sensor Display

Status Bar Icons

Explanation of additional sensor icons on the Status Bar.

SmartGuard™ Suspend Icon

Description of the Suspend icon on the Home screen.

Sensor Status Information

Accessing sensor status for calibration, life, and battery.

Sensor Graph Details

Viewing 3, 6, 12, and 24-hour glucose trend graphs.

Connecting Your Pump and Transmitter

Wireless Connection Procedure

Steps for wirelessly connecting the pump and transmitter.

Inserting and Starting the Sensor

System Components Overview

Lists and describes essential components for sensor setup.

Selecting the Sensor Insertion Site

Guidelines for choosing appropriate sensor insertion sites.

Preparing the Sensor Site

Instructions on preparing the skin before sensor insertion.

Inserting the Sensor

Step-by-step guide for sensor insertion using the One-press Serter.

Taping and Securing the Sensor

Instructions for securing the sensor with oval tape.

Connecting Transmitter to Sensor

Steps to connect the transmitter to the inserted sensor.

Checking Tape Application

Periodically checking the sensor site for secure tape application.

Starting the Sensor Warm-up

Initiating the sensor warm-up and preparing for calibration.

Calibrating

Calibration Frequency and Timing

Guidelines on how often and when to calibrate the sensor.

Optimal Calibration Times

Illustrates optimal and suboptimal times for sensor calibration.

Calibrating with Contour Next Link 2.4 Meter

Procedure for calibrating using a compatible BG meter.

Calibrating via Bolus Wizard

Steps for calibrating the sensor using the Bolus Wizard feature.

Calibrating via Home Screen Graph

Instructions for calibrating using the sensor graph on the Home screen.

Alternative Calibration Methods

Details alternative calibration methods via Sensor Settings and Event Markers.

Other Sensor Alerts

Common Sensor Alerts and Reasons

Explains common alerts like Calibrate now, Lost signal, and Sensor expired.

Charging and Storing Your Transmitter

Transmitter Charging Procedures

Instructions for charging the transmitter before and after use.

Transmitter Storage Guidelines

Recommendations for storing the transmitter, charger, and test plug.

CareLink™ Software

What is CareLink™ Software?

Description of CareLink Personal software for data upload and viewing.

Benefits of CareLink Software

Highlights the advantages of using CareLink for glucose management.

X-Rays and Travelling by Air

Handling Devices During Medical Imaging

Recommendations for device handling during X-rays, MRI, or CT scans.

Airplane Mode for Travel

Instructions for using Airplane Mode and resuming CGM during flights.

SmartGuard™ Technology Features

Suspend on Low Event

Explanation of insulin delivery stop when glucose reaches low limit.

Suspend Before Low Event

Details on suspending insulin delivery to prevent hypoglycemia.

Alert on Low During Suspend Before Low

Notification when SG reaches low limit during 'Suspend before low'.

Automatic Basal Resume (SG Value)

Automatic resumption of basal insulin based on SG levels.

Automatic Basal Resume (2-Hour Max Suspend)

Automatic resumption of basal insulin after a 2-hour suspend.

Suspended Unavailable Period

Describes the period when the suspend feature is unavailable.

Who to Contact and When?

Contacting Medtronic for Support

Information on when and how to contact Medtronic for technical advice.

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