Beurer GL 42 (mg/dL) - Manual (Page 13)

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Insert the test strip into the device so
that the contacts are pointing inside
the slot.
Make sure that the front of the test
strip is facing you.
Note
Read carefully the following information on handling and storing your test strips. The test strips will
only provide accurate measurements if all notes are followed.
Warning
Use each test strip only once and for one patient only!
Handling test strips
Note
• Securely close the test strip box immediately after taking out a test strip.
• Do not use the test strips if they have expired. The use of expired test strips may lead to incorrect
measurements. The expiry date is printed on the box next to the hourglass symbol .
• Test strips expire three months after the box is opened. Make a note of the expiry date (opening date
+ 3 months ) on the label. The shelf life is limited to the expiry date (see date next to the hourglass
symbol ).
• Do not use the test strips if one of the expiry dates has passed ( / ).
• You can touch any part of the test strip with clean, dry hands.
• Use the test strip for measurement immediately after removing it from the box.
• Do not bend, cut or otherwise modify the test strips.
• Do not use test strips that have come into contact with fluids.
Storing test strips
Note
• Keep the test strips in a cool, dry place above +2 °C and below +30 °C. Do not expose the test strips
to direct sunlight or heat. Do not store in your vehicle, in the bathroom or in a cooling appliance.
• Permitted relative air humidity below 90%.
• Keep the test strips in the original box only – never use other containers.