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How do you clean and disinfect your meter and lancing device?
1. Before you clean and disinfect your meter and lancing device,
pre-clean the outside of the meter and lancing device with a
disinfecting wipe.
2. With a new disinfecting wipe, clean and disinfect your meter and
lancing device. Use the disinfecting wipe listed in the table above
and follow the instructions below. In addition, follow the
instructions on the disinfecting wipe container label for safe
handling of the wipes.
3. Wipe each side of your meter and lancing device with moderate
pressure 3 times using the following method:
a. Wipe up and down 3 times.
b. Wipe left and right 3 times.
c. Avoid getting disinfectant inside the test strip port and the
mini-USB port.
4. After 2 minutes of contact time, let air dry.
You should wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water after
handling the meter, lancet, lancing device, and test strips.
If you have any questions about cleaning and disinfecting your
meter or lancing device, call Customer Service at 08000 35 25 25
Important Disinfection Procedures