4 cleaning the meter – Accu-Chek Aviva Combo User Manual

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7.4 Cleaning the Meter

Caring­for­the­meter­is­easy:­just­keep­it­free­of­dust.­If­you­need­to­clean­it,­follow­these­guidelines­carefully­
to­help­you­get­the­best­performance­possible:

•­Ensure­the­meter­is­off
•­Gently­wipe­the­meter’s­surface­with­a­soft­cloth­slightly­dampened­with­one­of­these­cleaning­solutions:

-­70­%­isopropyl­alcohol
-­Mild­dishwashing­liquid­mixed­with­water
-­10­%­household­bleach­solution­(1­part­bleach­plus­9­parts­water)­made­the­same­day

•­Squeeze­out­any­excess­liquid­from­the­cloth­before­you­wipe­the­meter­surface

•­Get­any­moisture­in­the­activation­chip­slot­or­test­strip­slot
•­Spray­any­cleaning­solution­directly­onto­the­meter
•­Put­the­meter­under­water­or­liquid
•­Pour­liquid­into­the­meter

For instructions on how to clean the pump, see the Accu-Chek Spirit Combo Insulin Pump User Guide.

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