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On completion of cleaning:
3 With the cover off, let the test strip guide dry for at
least 10 minutes before re-attaching the test strip
guide cover and testing again.
■ Visually verify that no residual moisture is seen any-
where on the test strip guide and cover at the com-
pletion of cleaning and disinfecting.
■ Ensure that the test strip guide and cover are com-
pletely dry before assembling them.
4 Re-attach the test strip guide cover to the housing.
Make sure that the cover is properly closed. You
will hear it snap into place.
8.6 Cleaning the scanner window
The scanner window should be cleaned periodically. Use
a clean, dry cloth to wipe the scanner window.
NOTICE
Damage to the instrument
■ Ensure that no liquid enters the meter when clean-
ing the test strip guide. If moisture enters the
meter, it may cause malfunction of the instrument.
■ Do not insert any objects in the test strip guide.
Doing so may damage the electrical contacts
behind the test strip guide.