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The Accu-Chek FastClix Finger Pricker
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Using the Accu-Chek FastClix Finger Pricker
2. Comfort Dial with Depth Selection
3. Depth Indicator
4. Lever (for advancing to new lancet)
5. Lancet Counter
6. Release Button
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• The black cap is for fingertip testing only.
• Remember that the opening where the lancet comes out is not in the
centre of the cap.
• Remove the cap by pulling it straight o. Do not twist the cap.
• The AST converter cap* is for testing other approved sites on the
body, not the fingertip.
• Remove the cap by pulling it straight o. Do not twist the cap.
• For palm testing, we suggest a depth setting of 3. Once you perform
a successful blood glucose test, you may want to find the lowest
depth setting that provides enough blood with the least amount of
pain.
* To obtain an AST converter cap, please contact the Accu‑Chek
Customer Careline on 0800 701 000 (UK) or 1 800 709 600 (ROI).
• A new lancet drum is dark grey with a white end.
• A used lancet drum has a visible red stripe on the white end.
• You cannot reuse a used lancet drum.
• Do not remove the lancet drum until you have used all 6 lancets.
• The penetration depth indicator on the comfort dial shows the current
depth setting. The higher the number, the deeper the penetration. The
best depth setting is the lowest number that lets you get enough
blood for a test. Try dierent depth settings to find the best one.
• For soft skin, we suggest a depth setting of 2. For thick skin, try a
higher depth setting.
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