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Medisana GlucoDock Instruction Manual

Summary of GlucoDock

  • Page 1

    De blutzucker-messmodul gebrauchsanweisung bitte sorgfältig lesen! Gb blood glucose module instruction manual please read carefully! Fr module de mesure de glycémie mode d’emploi a lire attentivement s.V.P.! It modulo di misurazione della glicemia istruzioni per l´uso da leggere con attenzione! Es m...

  • Page 2

    De gebrauchsanweisung beschreibung des systems . . . . . . 2 de inhaltsverzeichnis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 de 1 zeichenerklärung . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 de 2 sicherheitshinweise . . . . . . . . . . . 7 de 3 wissenswertes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 de 4 inbetriebnahme . . . . . ...

  • Page 3: Glucodock

    Glucodock ® auf einen blick vue d’ensemble de glucodock ® glucodock ® de un vistazo glucodock ® at a glance breve panoramica di glucodock ® glucodock ® in een oogopslag.

  • Page 4: Description of The System

    Description of the system connecting slot on your ipod touch/iphone/ipad device connection for your glucodock module glucodock blood glucose measuring module insertion slot for test strips test strip front test strip back contact electrode insert in the direction of the arrow grip / holder reaction ...

  • Page 5: Contents

    Contents 3 gb english description of the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 1 explanation of symbols . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 6: Contents

    Contents 4 gb 5.2.4 entering the carbohydrate quantity and insulin quantity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 5.2.5 using the ast cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 5.2.6 using the alcohol pads . . . . ....

  • Page 7: 1 Explanation of Symbols

    1 explanation of symbols 5 gb english this instruction manual belongs to this device. It contains important information about starting up and operation. Read the instruction manual thoroughly. Non-observance of these instructions can result in serious injury or damage to the device. Warning these wa...

  • Page 8: 1 Explanation of Symbols

    1 explanation of symbols 6 gb in vitro diagnostic medical device (for external use only) this blood glucose monitor corresponds to the requirements of the eu guidelines 98/79 for in vitro diagnostic devices and bears the ce marking (conformance label) ce 0483. Biohazard do not re-use use by storage ...

  • Page 9: 2 Safety Information

    2 safety information 7 gb english important information! Retain for future use! Read the instruction manual carefully before using this device, especially the safety instructions, and keep the instruction manual for future use. Should you give this device to another person, it is vital that you also...

  • Page 10: 2 Safety Information

    2 safety information 8 gb • the glucodock blood glucose measuring system can measure in either mg/dl or mmol/l. • the unit is only to be used for the specific purpose described in this instruction manual. • any misuse will void the warranty. • only use the accessories which have been recom- mended b...

  • Page 11: 2 Safety Information

    2 safety information 9 gb english • make sure to comply with the operating conditions of 10 °c to 40 °c and storage conditions of 2 °c to 30 °c at max. 90% relative humidity. • extremely high humidity can affect the test results. A relative humidity of more than 90% can cause incorrect readings. • t...

  • Page 12: 2 Safety Information

    2 safety information 10 gb if your measured values are regularly outside these limits, consult your doctor. • dehydration or a lack of water (e.G. From sweating, passing water frequently), low blood pressure, shock or hyperglycaemic hyperosmolar non-ketotic coma (hhnkc) can lead to incorrect reading...

  • Page 13: 2 Safety Information

    2 safety information 11 gb english warnung risk of infection • used test strips and lancets are considered to be hazardous, biological non-biodegradable waste. Carelessness when disposing of these items can lead to the spread of infection. If necessary, consult your local waste disposal company, you...

  • Page 14: 2 Safety Information

    2 safety information 12 gb 2.3 instructions for using the glucodock blood glucose test strips • only use glucodock test strips together with the glucodock blood glucose measuring module. • store the test strips in their original container. • to avoid contamination, only touch the test strips with cl...

  • Page 15: 2 Safety Information

    2 safety information 13 gb english • do not apply the blood sample or control solution to the test strip before you have inserted it in the monitor. • only apply the blood sample or the control solution provided on the test strip slot. Applying any other substance will lead to an imprecise or incorr...

  • Page 16: 2 Safety Information

    2 safety information 14 gb • shake the bottle with the control solution well before you open it. Wipe away the first drop and use the second one to ensure a good sample for a precise test result. • to ensure the control solution does not get contaminated, wipe away the remaining solution on the tip ...

  • Page 17: 2 Safety Information

    2 safety information 15 gb english • for the module to function correctly, the apple device has to be sufficiently charged. Users should have a power supply unit or a charging device to hand. • make sure that there is always enough memory available to back up the reading data on your apple device. •...

  • Page 18: 3 Useful Information

    3 useful information 16 gb thank you very much thank you for your confidence in us and congratulations on your purchase! By purchasing the glucodock blood glucose measuring system, you have acquired a high-quality product made by medisana. Experience a new dimension of diabetes management. Measure y...

  • Page 19: 3 Useful Information

    3 useful information 17 gb english if you notice any transport damage during unpacking, please contact your supplier without delay. Warning please ensure that the polythene packing is kept away from the reach of children! Risk of suffocation! 3.2 special features of the medisana glucodock measuring ...

  • Page 20: 3 Useful Information

    3 useful information 18 gb only use glucodock blood glucose measuring module approved test strips, lancets and control solution for your blood glucose monitor. Precise test results can only be ensured when the monitor is used properly. Only use fresh, capillary whole blood for the test, preferably f...

  • Page 21: 4 Getting Started

    4 getting started 19 gb english 4.1 installing the vitadock ® (app) software medisana is setting new standards in mobile health with vitadock. Vitadock app , the central software application for displaying and evaluating the body’s vital signs and health values, includes software for: - the blood bl...

  • Page 22: 4 Getting Started

    4 getting started 20 gb 4.2 settings before using for the first time check the date and time settings on your ipod touch, iphone or ipad. The date and time are important for evaluating the readings. Start the glucodock by touching the icon . The display briefly shows the “vita dock“ start page and t...

  • Page 23: 4 Getting Started

    4 getting started 21 gb english „glucodock“ settings after you save your data, you enter the vitadock universe. Touch the “setting” icon . Touch the „glucodock“ icon . Choose: unit of measure mg/dl or mmol/l enter the target blood glucose range specified by your doctor. Enter the names of the insuli...

  • Page 24: 4 Getting Started

    4 getting started 22 gb „zoom“ once you have made all the glucodock settings, you can zoom out and slide the display to reach the other applications (glucodock, thermodock, cardiodock and targetscale). Touching the icons takes you directly to the program. „glucodock“ display masthead new reading (se...

  • Page 25: 5 Operation

    5 operation 23 gb english 5.1 using the control solution 5.1.1 why do i need to perform a test with control solution? When you perform a test with control solution, you will find out whether your monitor and test strips work properly and deliver exact readings. You should perform a test in the follo...

  • Page 26: 5 Operation

    5 operation 24 gb test procedure with control solution to avoid disruption from an incoming call or text message during a reading, we recommend switching the iphone to flight mode. 1. Insert the glucodock blood glucose measuring module in the slot on the apple device. Select your user profile. 2. Th...

  • Page 27: 9. Before Removing The Test

    6. Press the container with the control solution so that a tiny droplet forms on the dosing tip. Place the drop on a surface that you can reach easily with the test strip (e.G. The hollow of the screw cap). 7. Place the blood sample area of the test strip (capillary) on the drop. Make sure that the ...

  • Page 28: 5 Operation

    5 operation 26 gb 10. After comparing the test value with the value specified on the test strip container, remove the test strip and dispose of it. 5.1.3 evaluating a test result with control solution the permissible range for the control solution reading is indicated on the label of the test strip ...

  • Page 29: 5 Operation

    5 operation 27 gb english cause has the test strip been lying around open for a long time? Was the test strip container closed properly? Did the monitor work properly? Is the control solution soiled or has it exceeded the expiry date? Were the test strips and control solution stored in a cool, dry p...

  • Page 30: 5 Operation

    5 operation 28 gb 5.2 preparing and performing a blood glucose test 5.2.1 using the lancing device the lancing device enables you to hygienically and easily draw a drop of blood for the blood glucose test and it is quick. The lancing device can be set to the sensitivity of your skin. You can adjust ...

  • Page 31: 5 Operation

    5 operation 29 gb english 1. Wash your hands with soap and warm water. Rinse and dry thoroughly. 2. Open the lancing device by twisting the cap in a clockwise direction and then remove it. 3. Insert the lancet all the way into the cup without twisting it in the lancing device. 4. Twist off the prote...

  • Page 32: 5 Operation

    5 operation 30 gb 6. Set the appropriate lancing depth, as described below. Note lancing depth: - 1 - 2 for soft or thin skin - 3 for normal skin - 4 - 5 for thick or callous skin 7. Set the lancing device by extending it until it clicks into place. If it does not click, it is probably already in po...

  • Page 33: 5 Operation

    5 operation 31 gb english warning never use a lancet or a lancing device that belongs to another person. Use a new sterile lancet for each test. Lancets are intended to be used only once. Used test strips and lancets are considered hazardous, biological non- biodegradable waste. Dispose of them taki...

  • Page 34: 5 Operation

    5 operation 32 gb to avoid disruption from an incoming call or text message during a reading, we recommend switching the iphone to flight mode. 1. You can activate the glucodock’s blood glucose measuring mode in two ways: a) plug & play: insert the glucodock module into the apple device, when switch...

  • Page 35: 5 Operation

    5 operation 33 gb english note that the test strips must be used within 3 minutes of being removed from the container. 3. Once the monitor and test strips are ready and the area of skin has been cleaned, place the lancing device on a finger tip (preferably at the side) and press the trigger button. ...

  • Page 36: 5 Operation

    5 operation 34 gb 7. The device starts the reading. 8. After approx. 5 seconds the result appears in the display. Display “good”, green colour: values in the target range specified by the doctor. Display “high”, red colour: values above the target range specified by the doctor. Display “low”, blue c...

  • Page 37: 5 Operation

    5 operation 35 gb english 5.2.4 entering the carbohydrate quantity and insulin quantity meal touch the icon “food” to open the input field for meals. Touch the digits to enter your carbohydrate quantity in grammes. Save your entry. The meals overview is on page 45. Insulin tapping the icon “insulin”...

  • Page 38: 5.2.5  Using The Ast Cap

    5.2.5 using the ast cap it is generally recommended that a blood sample for a blood glucose test performed at home is taken from the finger tip. If you are not able to take a blood sample from your finger tip, you can also take one from another part of the body (alternate site testing = ast), such a...

  • Page 39: 5 Operation

    5 operation 37 gb english strong recommendations: take a blood sample from the ball of the hand or lower arm only: • before a meal or on an empty stomach (more than two hours after the previous meal). • two hours or more after a dose of insulin. • two hours or more after physical exercise. Never tak...

  • Page 40: 5 Operation

    5 operation 38 gb warning never change your prescribed medication intake on your own authority or change a therapy due to the test results of your blood glucose reading. 5.2.6 using the alcohol pads note the alcohol pads included in the starter set are only intended for cleaning the surface of the s...

  • Page 41: 2. Hold The Lancing Device

    5.2.7 identifying the blood glucose value with blood from the lower arm 1. Select a part of the body that is soft, not too densely covered with hair and not near a bone or a vein. Massage the area gently to prepare the skin and to improve the circulation. 2. Hold the lancing device against the lanci...

  • Page 42: 5 Operation

    5 operation 40 gb 5.2.8 disposing of the lancets 1. Open the lancing device by twisting the protective cap. Insert the used lancet needle into a flat side of protective end without touching the lancet. Hold the lancet holder and carefully eject the lancet. 2. Dispose of the used lancets properly (se...

  • Page 43: 5 Operation

    5 operation 41 gb english 5.2.9 evaluating a test result the glucodock blood glucose test strips work based on plasma and are calibrated to easily compare with laboratory test results. The normal average blood glucose reading of an adult without diabetes is between 3.9 and 6.7 mmol/l (70 -120 mg/dl)...

  • Page 44: 5 Operation

    5 operation 42 gb (continued) • if the proportion of red blood cells (haemotocrit level) is very high (over 55%) or very low (under 30%), this could distort the test results. • studies have shown that electromagnetic fields can affect the test results. Do not perform tests in the immediate vicinity ...

  • Page 45: 5 Operation

    5 operation 43 gb english • if the result does not match how you feel, follow the steps described in “5.2.9 unusual test results”, page 41. For “hypoglycaemia” i.E. Below 60 mg/dl (3.3 mmol/l) symptoms: sweating, shaking, blurred vision, rapid heart beat, tingling or numbness in the mouth or fingert...

  • Page 46: 5 Operation

    5 operation 44 gb if you would like to compare the test result of your measuring system with a laboratory result, you must do the blood glucose test on an empty stomach. Therefore, it is advisable to do this in the morning. Take your measuring system with you to the doctor’s and test yourself five m...

  • Page 47: 5 Operation

    5 operation 45 gb english rotate your device by 90° and touch the relevant field to view additional test results: 1 day, 1 week, 1, 3, 6 month, 1 year or overall. Total the overview of all the measurements is displayed. By sliding the display to the left, you can display the overviews: mood, activit...

  • Page 48: Log Book

    Log book touching the “diary” icon loads the cardio log book for the active user profile. Tap the arrows to page through the log book. 30-day overview tapping the icon opens the overview of test results for the last 30 days of the active user profile. The number of good, high and low test results in...

  • Page 49: 5 Operation

    5 operation 47 gb english you have the option of sending monthly reports for the active user profile by email to your doctor, for example. To set up the email address to send a report see your iphone/ipod touch/ipad manual. When the glucodock display is shown, touch the icon and slide the display to...

  • Page 50: 5 Operation

    5 operation 48 gb you have the option of creating up to three additional user profiles in the vitadock app. There are two ways of doing this: a) you can create a new user profile when you start the vitadock app. B) tap on the “personal settings” icon and log out of the current user profile by tappin...

  • Page 51: 5 Operation

    5 operation 49 gb english restart the vitadock app or close your user profile. Tap on “edit“. The option of deleting the profile appears to the right of the user profile. Tap on “delete“ to delete the user profile. The deleted user profile is shown in grey. For a period of 14 days, you have the opti...

  • Page 52: 6 Miscellaneous

    6 miscellaneous 50 gb 6.1 error messages on no account should you change your medication due to a measurement, which may be incorrect. If in doubt, consult your service centre or your doctor. Damp/used test strips replace with a new test strip. Glucodock has become detached. Reinsert the module. Con...

  • Page 53: 6 Miscellaneous

    6 miscellaneous 51 gb english 6.2 care and maintenance measuring module your glucodock blood glucose measuring module is a high- precision instrument. Handle with care to avoid damaging the electronics and prevent defects. You do not need any additional cleaning to maintain your monitor, provided it...

  • Page 54: 6 Miscellaneous

    6 miscellaneous 52 gb device. To disinfect the protective cap, soak it in 70 % - 75 % cleaning alcohol for 10 minutes once a week after cleaning. Leave the cap to dry thorough- ly after disinfecting. 6.3 guidelines / standards electromagnetic compatibility: the system complies with the en 60601-1-2 ...

  • Page 55: 6 Miscellaneous

    6 miscellaneous 53 gb english 6.4 disposal this module must not be disposed of together with domestic waste. All users are obliged to hand in all electrical or electronic devices, regardless of whether or not they contain toxic substances, at a municipal or commercial collection point so that they c...

  • Page 56: 6 Miscellaneous

    6 miscellaneous 54 gb 6.6 technical specifications product name : glucodock blood glucose measuring module runs on : apple devices - iphone 3g, 3gs, 4g - ipod touch 2nd, 3rd, 4th generation - ipad, ipad 2 operating system : apple ios 3.0 or higher power supply : via the connected apple device measur...

  • Page 57: 7 Warranty

    7 warranty 55 gb english 7.1 warranty and repair terms please contact your supplier or the service centre in case of a claim under the warranty. If you have to return the unit, please enclose a copy of your receipt and state what the defect is. The following warranty terms apply: 1. The warranty per...

  • Page 58: 7 Warranty

    7 warranty 56 gb d. Accessory parts which are subject to normal wear and tear, such as battery, lancing device and disposable items etc. 5. Liability for direct or indirect consequential losses caused by the unit are excluded even if the damage to the unit is accepted as a warranty claim. Medisana a...

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    Medisana ag jagenbergstraße 19 41468 neuss germany e-mail: info@medisana.De internet: www.Medisana.De 79306 01/ 2012 vitadock vers. 1.2.5.