Ideal Blood Gluco Manual FEB09:Ideal Blood Gluco Manual 08 4/5/09 11:01 AM Wireless Remote Health and Wellness Management™ INSTRUCTION MANUAL Model GMM 0001 PLEASE READ BEFORE USE Blood Glucose MANAGEMENT SYSTEM IDEAL LIFE ™ Gluco-Manager *NOTE: The IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™ is intended for use in the quantitative measurement of glucose in fresh capillary whole blood from the finger and the following alternative sites: the palm, the forearm, the upper-arm, the calf and the thigh.
Ideal Blood Gluco Manual FEB09:Ideal Blood Gluco Manual 08 4/5/09 11:01 AM Table of Contents Table of Contents TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 2 3 Preface 3 Contraindications 3 Precautions 4 Important Information 4 ABOUT ALTERNATIVE SITE TESTING (AST) 5 PACKAGE CONTENTS 6 REQUIREMENTS 9 IDEAL LIFE Pod™ LOCATION/INTERFERENCE 9 BEFORE YOU START 10 Your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™ 10 Your IDEAL LIFE Pod™ 11 Test Strip Description Important Test Strip Information INSTALLATION Connecting Your IDEAL LIFE Pod™
Ideal Blood Gluco Manual FEB09:Ideal Blood Gluco Manual 08 4/5/09 11:01 AM Introduction Introduction Preface Thank you for purchasing the IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manger™, or GMM 0001 and IDEAL LIFE Pod™, or ILP 0001. This completely automatic system measures your blood glucose, captures subjective information and manages everything automatically so that you can better manage your blood glucose with your care provider.
Ideal Blood Gluco Manual FEB09:Ideal Blood Gluco Manual 08 4/5/09 11:01 AM Introduction Precautions • Do not drop this unit. Please avoid strong impact. Disassembly or modification of the unit may lead to permanent reading error. • The device might not meet its performance specifications if stored or used beyond the specified temperature and humidity ranges. • Operating conditions: 50°F to 104°F (10°C to 40°C), below 85% RH. • System storage: 39.2°F to 104°F (4°C to 40°C), below 85% RH.
Ideal Blood Gluco Manual FEB09:Ideal Blood Gluco Manual 08 4/5/09 11:01 AM About Alternative Site Testing (AST) About Alternative Site Testing (AST) IMPORTANT: There are limitations for doing alternative site testing (AST). Please consult your healthcare professional before you do AST. What is AST? Alternative site testing (AST) means that people use parts of the body other than fingertips to check their blood glucose levels.
Ideal Blood Gluco Manual FEB09:Ideal Blood Gluco Manual 08 4/5/09 11:01 AM About Alternative Site Testing (AST) / Contents How to increase the accuracy? Stimulating blood perfusion by rubbing the puncture site prior to blood extraction has a significant influence on the glucose value obtained. Blood from the site without rubbing exhibits a measurably different glucose concentration than blood from the finger.
Ideal Blood Gluco Manual FEB09:Ideal Blood Gluco Manual 08 4/5/09 11:01 AM Contents LANCING DEVICE 2 “AAA” BATTERIES FOR YOUR IDEAL LIFE GLUCOMANAGER™ 1 CLEAR CAP 1 NORMAL LEVEL OF CONTROL SOLUTION There are 3 levels for control solutions: low, normal and high. Please note that the other two levels are optional and are not included in the standard kit. Please call 1-888-IDEAL-41 (888-433-2541) for availability.
Ideal Blood Gluco Manual FEB09:Ideal Blood Gluco Manual 08 4/5/09 11:01 AM Requirements Requirements MODULAR JACK REQUIREMENTS When using your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™ with an IDEAL LIFE Pod™, you will need an RJ11 or RJ45 type modular jack, which is the most common type of phone jack or Ethernet jack and might look like the one pictured here. If you don’t have a modular jack, call your local phone company or Internet service provider to find out how to get one installed.
Ideal Blood Gluco Manual FEB09:Ideal Blood Gluco Manual 08 4/5/09 11:01 AM IDEAL LIFE Pod™ Location/Interference IDEAL LIFE Pod™ Location/Interference When using an IDEAL LIFE Pod™ to communicate information from your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™, wireless radio waves are used.
Ideal Blood Gluco Manual FEB09:Ideal Blood Gluco Manual 08 4/5/09 11:01 AM Before You Start Before You Start Your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™ Test Port Blue LED LCD Display Left “Soft” Button Right “Soft” Button START/ESCAPE Button Battery Cover 10 IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™ Page 10
Ideal Blood Gluco Manual FEB09:Ideal Blood Gluco Manual 08 4/5/09 11:01 AM Before You Start Your IDEAL LIFE Pod™ (*An optional accessory, sold separately) LED Display AC Adapter Jack USB Port Ethernet Cable RJ45 Jack Connection Battery Cover Instruction Manual Telephone Cord RJ11 Jack For Telephone Connection Telephone Cord RJ11 Jack For Line Connection 11 Page 11
Ideal Blood Gluco Manual FEB09:Ideal Blood Gluco Manual 08 4/5/09 11:01 AM Before You Start Test Strip Description • Your system measures the amount of sugar (glucose) in whole blood. Blood is applied to the absorbent hole of the test strip and is automatically drawn into the reaction cell where the reaction takes place. • The test strip consists of the following parts: Contact Bars Insert this end of the test strip into the meter.
Ideal Blood Gluco Manual FEB09:Ideal Blood Gluco Manual 08 4/5/09 11:01 AM Installation Installation ! FOR YOUR IDEAL LIFE Pod™ ! Connecting your IDEAL LIFE Pod™ USING AN RJ11 JACK CAUTION! • Unplug phone cord from wall before installing, plugging in an external power source, or changing batteries. • Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. • Never touch uninsulated telephone wire or terminals, unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.
Ideal Blood Gluco Manual FEB09:Ideal Blood Gluco Manual 08 4/5/09 11:01 AM Installation USING AN RJ45 JACK Plug one end of the Ethernet cord (not provided) into a modular RJ45 wall jack. Plug the other end of the Ethernet cord (not provided) into the RJ45 jack on the back of your IDEAL LIFE Pod™. Connect the small end of the power supply into the power AC jack on the back of the IDEAL LIFE Pod™ marked POWER. Plug the other end into an AC power outlet.
Ideal Blood Gluco Manual FEB09:Ideal Blood Gluco Manual 08 4/5/09 11:01 AM Installation type. For best performance and the longest life, alkaline batteries are recommended. Do not mix different type, date or brand name batteries together. Be sure to follow the instructions when installing the batteries. Since batteries can leak Chemicals that damages electronic parts, leaving the battery in the housing for a long period without using the device may damage the main unit.
Ideal Blood Gluco Manual FEB09:Ideal Blood Gluco Manual 08 4/5/09 11:01 AM Installation ABOUT CONTROL SOLUTION Control solutions contain a known amount of glucose that reacts with test strips. By comparing your control solution test results with the expected range printed on the test strip vial label, it is able to check that the meter and the test strips are working together as a system and that you are performing the test correctly.
Ideal Blood Gluco Manual FEB09:Ideal Blood Gluco Manual 08 4/5/09 11:01 AM Installation IMPORTANT CONTROL SOLUTION TEST INFORMATION • Use the same branded control solutions as the test strips. • Check the expiry date on the control solution vial. Do not use if expired. • Control solution, meter, and test strips should come to room temperature (20°C to 25°C / 68°F to 77°F) before testing. • Shake the vial before use. Discard the first drop of control solution.
Ideal Blood Gluco Manual FEB09:Ideal Blood Gluco Manual 08 4/5/09 11:01 AM Installation Step 2. Apply Control Solution Shake the control solution vial well. Remove the cap from the control solution bottle. Place cap on flat surface. Squeeze the vial, discard the first drop, and wipe off the dispenser tip to prevent contamination. Squeeze the vial again to get another drop and apply the drop to the top of cap.
Ideal Blood Gluco Manual FEB09:Ideal Blood Gluco Manual 08 4/5/09 11:01 AM Functions Functions (when using the IDEAL LIFE POD™, an optional accessory sold separately) Main Screen IDEAL LIFE MENU The Main Screen is your default screen. This is where you will be directed to after completing functions and where you will find status indicators for the functioning of your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™.
Ideal Blood Gluco Manual FEB09:Ideal Blood Gluco Manual 08 4/5/09 11:01 AM Functions Taking Your Blood Glucose Reading Be sure to read this section and any inserts found in the test strip box carefully before taking a reading. Wash and dry your hands before starting. GETTING A DROP OF BLOOD Step 1. Insert a Lancet in the Adjustable Lancing Device Twist the lancing device cap to remove it. Insert a lancet into the lancet holder and push down firmly until it is fully seated. Do not twist the lancet.
Ideal Blood Gluco Manual FEB09:Ideal Blood Gluco Manual 08 4/5/09 11:01 AM Functions WHEN TO OBTAINING BLOOD FROM SITES OTHER THAN THE FINGERTIP A clear cap, together with the kit, makes it easier to get a drop of blood from AST. When you want to obtain blood from sites except the finger, replace the clear cap instead of the lancing device cap. Screw the clear cap onto the lancing device until it is snug, but not too tight, and then continue to step 2. Step 2.
Ideal Blood Gluco Manual FEB09:Ideal Blood Gluco Manual 08 4/5/09 11:01 AM Functions Step 5. Gently Massage the Area, Do NOT Smear the Blood Sample To obtain correct results, it is recommended that the first drop of blood should be discarded with a clean tissue paper or cotton. Use the second drop of blood for testing. The required blood sample is 0.7 microlitre in volume. Step 6 Remove the Lancet Take the lancet out carefully.
Ideal Blood Gluco Manual FEB09:Ideal Blood Gluco Manual 08 4/5/09 11:01 AM Functions Step 2. Apply Sample Obtain a drop of blood using the adjustable lancing device. The blood sample must be at least 0.7 microliter in volume or you may get an inaccurate test result. When “ ” appears on the display, apply the blood to the absorbent hole of the test strip where it meets the narrow channel. Do not push your finger against the test strip or try to apply a smeared sample.
Ideal Blood Gluco Manual FEB09:Ideal Blood Gluco Manual 08 4/5/09 11:01 AM Functions LOOKING AT PREVIOUSLY TAKEN READINGS Your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™ will store up to 575 of your latest readings. Press Menu to view the feature list. SCROLL to highlight READINGS (it should already be highlighted as it is the first line item in the list). MENU READINGS MESSAGES GRAPHICS USERS SCROLL DATE 0210 0209 0208 0208 0207 TIME 06:25AM 07:25AM 06:25PM 07:25AM 06:25AM Press SELECT to enter your selection.
Ideal Blood Gluco Manual FEB09:Ideal Blood Gluco Manual 08 4/5/09 11:01 AM Functions Looking at Messages Your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™ is equipped for 2-way, interactive communication when using an IDEAL LIFE Pod™. Messages can be sent remotely to your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™ and responded to directly. When messages are transmitted to your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™, they are stored for automatic display before your next blood glucose measurement.
Ideal Blood Gluco Manual FEB09:Ideal Blood Gluco Manual 08 4/5/09 11:01 AM Functions Looking at Graphics When using an IDEAL LIFE Pod™, your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™ will store different types of graphics downloaded from the IDEAL LIFE website. (All the graphics can be altered through the IDEAL LIFE website, refer to www.ideallifeonline.com for details). Press Menu to view the feature list. • SCROLL to highlight GRAPHICS.
Ideal Blood Gluco Manual FEB09:Ideal Blood Gluco Manual 08 4/5/09 11:01 AM Functions Users The USERS section allows you to set-up your IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™ with an option to allow 2 users to use the same device. SELECT USER • Press Menu to view the feature list. MENU • SCROLL to highlight USERS READINGS MESSAGES GRAPHICS USERS SCROLL • Press SELECT to enter your selection.
Ideal Blood Gluco Manual FEB09:Ideal Blood Gluco Manual 08 4/5/09 11:01 AM Functions ADD/REMOVE USER • Press Menu to view the feature list. MENU • SCROLL to highlight USERS READINGS MESSAGES GRAPHICS USERS SCROLL • Press SELECT to enter your selection. SELECT • Press SCROLL to highlight ADD/REMOVE USER. USERS • Press SELECT to enter your selection. SELECT USER ADD/REMOVE USER SCROLL SELECT When there is only one user setup in the device, the ADD USER function will be initiated.
Ideal Blood Gluco Manual FEB09:Ideal Blood Gluco Manual 08 4/5/09 11:01 AM Functions REMOVE USER REMOVE USER 1 REMOVE USER 2 EXIT SCROLL SELECT REMOVE USER 2 NO Instruction Manual Using the SCROLL and SELECT buttons, a user can be removed from the device. Selecting EXIT will take the user to the USER options screen. When selecting a particular USER, as for example REMOVE USER 2 (as shown in the example below), that particular use will be displayed requiring a confirmation to remove from the device.
Ideal Blood Gluco Manual FEB09:Ideal Blood Gluco Manual 08 4/5/09 11:01 AM Comparing Meter And Laboratory Results Comparing Meter And Laboratory Results The meter provides you with whole blood equivalent results. The result you obtain from your meter may different somewhat from your laboratory result due to normal variation.
Ideal Blood Gluco Manual FEB09:Ideal Blood Gluco Manual 08 4/5/09 11:01 AM Care And Maintenance Care And Maintenance Your meter does not require special maintenance. As no blood or control solution comes in contact with the meter, there is no special cleaning required. Take care to avoid getting dirt, dust, blood, control solution or water inside the meter through the test port. Store the meter in its carrying case after each use.
Ideal Blood Gluco Manual FEB09:Ideal Blood Gluco Manual 08 4/5/09 11:01 AM Specifications Specifications IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™ Model: GMM 0001 IDEAL LIFE Gluco-Manager™ Display: LCD Digital Display Power Source: Two 1.5V AAA alkaline batteries Battery Life: Over 200 determinants Operating Temperature/Humidity: 50°F to 104°F (10°C to 40°C), below 85% R.H. (non-condensing) Meter Storage Temperature/Humidity: -4°F to 140°F (-20°C to 60°C), below 95% R.H. Weight: 103.5 g Dimension: 97 mm (l) x 77.
Ideal Blood Gluco Manual FEB09:Ideal Blood Gluco Manual 08 4/5/09 11:01 AM Problem Solving Guide Problem Solving Guide The following is a summary of potential problems in operation to help troubleshoot various issues. Improper use may cause an inaccurate result without producing an error message or a symbol. In the event of a problem, refer to the information under action.
Ideal Blood Gluco Manual FEB09:Ideal Blood Gluco Manual 08 4/5/09 11:01 AM Problem Solving Guide Situation: If the control solution test result is out of range. PROBABLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO Error in performing the test. Read the instruction thoroughly and repeat the test again. Do not shake the control solution vial very well. Shake the control solution vigorously and repeat the test again. Expired or contaminated control solution. Check the expiry date or the discarded date of the control solution.
Ideal Blood Gluco Manual FEB09:Ideal Blood Gluco Manual 08 4/5/09 11:01 AM Summary of Operation Summary of Operation This summary is intended only for quick reference and not as a substitute for the instruction manual. Please read the entire manual before you begin testing. Step 1. Insert test strip The meter is automatically turned on and displays the room temperature and the code number Step 2. Apply sample Select and clean the puncture site.
Ideal Blood Gluco Manual FEB09:Ideal Blood Gluco Manual 08 4/5/09 11:01 AM FCC Statement Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement 15.21 You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the part responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 15.105(b) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules.
Ideal Blood Gluco Manual FEB09:Ideal Blood Gluco Manual 08 4/5/09 11:01 AM Customer Information Customer Information This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by the ACTA. On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, a product identifier of [US: 5CQMM00BILP0001]. If requested, this number must be provided to the telephone company.
Ideal Blood Gluco Manual FEB09:Ideal Blood Gluco Manual 08 4/5/09 11:01 AM Service Requirements Service Requirements In the event of equipment malfunction, all repairs should be performed by our Company or an authorized agent. It is the responsibility of users requiring service to report the need for service to our Company or to one of our authorized agents. Please refer to the location you purchased or received your equipment for details of where service can be facilitated through.
Ideal Blood Gluco Manual FEB09:Ideal Blood Gluco Manual 08 4/5/09 11:01 AM Notes / Reading Values Notes / Reading Values Instruction Manual 39 Page 39
Ideal Blood Gluco Manual FEB09:Ideal Blood Gluco Manual 08 4/5/09 11:01 AM IDEAL LIFE INC. 55 Eglinton Avenue East, Suite 808, Toronto ON M4P 1G8 Between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm (EST): Tel 416-489-1494 Fax: 416-489-3009 www.IDEALLIFEonline.com Our 24 hour customer support line is available at: 1-888-433-2541 At all other times, you should contact your healthcare professional for assistance. © 2009 - 001 IDEAL LIFE INC. All rights reserved.