Contour User Guide Rev Feb 2008

Thank you for choosing the CONTOUR ® blood glucose monitoring system! We are proud to be your partner in helping you manage your diabetes. Our goal is to make this the simplest, most accurate meter you will ever use. The CONTOUR blood glucose monitoring system is intended for self-testing by people with diabetes and by healthcare professionals to monitor glucose concentrations in whole blood.

Additional Materials • CONTOUR ® Test Strips-Use for blood glucose or control solution testing. The test strips are supplied in a handy bottle with an easy-to-open flip-top lid. • MICROLET ®2 or Ascensia® MICROLET ® Lancing Device with Adjustable Endcap and clear Alternative Site Testing (AST) Endcap-Use the Gray Adjustable Endcap for testing on the fingertip. Use the clear AST Endcap for testing on the forearm or palm. • Batteries-Uses two 3-volt (DL2032 or CR2032) lithium batteries. Replace when necessary. For the Free Batteries For Life program, call 1-800-348-8100. For short simple instructions, a quick reference guide is also provided. It can be more convenient when traveling.

Getting Ready to Test Getting the Blood Drop Testing Your Blood

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Set-up for Basic (L-1) and Advanced (L-2) Modes Setting the Date, Time and Sound Setting Advanced Mode (L-2) Features Using Advanced Mode Viewing Stored Results

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Alternative Site Testing (Forearm or Palm) Control Solution Testing Transferring Results to a Computer

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Options

Introduction

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Error Codes and Symbols Changing the Batteries Caring for the System Technical Information Specifications Warranty Service and Supplies

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Additional Features

Testing

Your Testing Tools Your Meter Display Your Meter Features Symptoms of High or Low Blood Sugar Important Things to Know Before You Begin Testing

Technical Information

Table of Contents

Introduction

Your CONTOUR® Meter:

Display

Your Testing Tools

Up/Down Scroll Buttons Test Strip Port

(On/Off, Memory Recall, Enter)

Your CONTOUR® Test Strip:

Sample Tip Blood sample pulled in here. MICROLET ®2 lancing device and lancets (Included with some kits)

OR Ascensia® MICROLET ® adjustable lancing device and lancets (Included with some kits)

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Memory Button

Please refer to the Ascensia MICROLET device package insert for complete instructions on using this lancing device.

Gray End Insert this end into the test strip port.

While all characters are displayed, it is very important to verify that is fully displayed. If there are missing segments, see Error Codes and Symbols (page 34). This may affect the way you see your results. Top area on the display presenting date and time.

Indicates sound is turned on.

Indicates the batteries are low and need to be changed.

Pre-meal result marker.

Post-meal result marker.

Center area on the display that shows either your test result or any error codes. Indicates the meter is ready to test.

Identifies a Logbook entry. Control result marker.

Indicates an alarm has been set.

or will appear if the meter is in 12 hour setup.

Indicates it is too cold or too hot for your meter to test accurately.

Introduction

The picture below shows all the symbols that appear on your meter display. To view, with the meter off, press and hold ▲ or ▼. All display segments will appear for 10 seconds. If you need more than 10 seconds to check the display, press and hold ▲ or ▼ again.

Your Meter Display

Your Meter Display:

Day/month format.

Results are displayed as mg/dL or mmol/L. The 7 appears when viewing 7 day HI–LO summary.

Indicates Average.

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Introduction

Your Meter Features: Easy: The CONTOUR blood glucose monitoring system is about simplicity. You will notice its uncomplicated approach the first time you see it. Simple things like the use of three large buttons and a clear display are sure to make this your favorite meter right from the start.

Your Meter Features

Automatic: You no longer have to worry about coding* your meter or marking a control test result. The CONTOUR meter does it automatically. It will even tell you when a test strip is under-filled. Programmed: Your CONTOUR meter has been preset at the factory with the standard date, time, and units of measure (mg/dL) used where you purchased your meter. To change these settings or use advanced meter features, such as meal markers or post-meal test alarm, read through the Additional Features section of your user guide. Customizable: The CONTOUR meter allows you to set personal choices for some features. For more information, please see pages 14–19.

*Your CONTOUR meter is designed with No Coding™ technology, so the meter codes itself every time you insert a test strip. This means you do not have to worry about getting inaccurate results due to miscoding or forgetting to code your meter.

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According to the American Diabetes Association, some of the most common symptoms are:1 High blood sugar (Hyperglycemia):

Low blood sugar (Hypoglycemia):

• frequent urination • excessive thirst • blurred vision • increased fatigue • extreme hunger • irritability

• shakiness • sweating • fast heartbeat • blurred vision • confusion • passing out • seizure

Ketones (Ketoacidosis): • shortness of breath • nausea and vomiting • very dry mouth CAUTION: If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, test your blood glucose. If your test result is below 50 mg/dL or above 250 mg/dL, contact your doctor immediately.

Introduction

You can better understand your test results by being aware of the symptoms of high or low blood sugar.

Symptoms of High or Low Blood Sugar

Symptoms of High or Low Blood Sugar:

For additional information and a complete list of symptoms, contact your healthcare professional or refer to the website for the American Diabetes Association: www.diabetes.org

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Introduction Important Things to Know

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Important Things to Know: Always keep the test strips in the original bottle. Tightly close the bottle immediately after removing a test strip. The bottle is designed to keep the test strips dry. Exposure to room humidity from leaving the bottle open or not storing them in the original bottle can damage your test strips. Your test strip is designed to easily “sip” the blood into the sample tip. Do not drop blood directly on the flat surface of the test strip. Do not press the test strip against your finger when testing. This may block the sample tip. Test strips are for single use only. Do not use a test strip that appears damaged or has been used. Let the meter and test strips adjust to the temperature of the location where you are testing. Whenever the meter is moved from one location to another, allow approximately 20 minutes for the meter to adjust to the temperature of that new location before performing a blood glucose test. The products have been designed to give accurate results at temperatures between 41°F and 113°F. Check the expiration dates on your test strips and control solution. It is important to not use the test strips or control solution if the expiration date printed on the bottle label and carton has passed or it has been six months (180 days) since you first opened the bottle. It will help to write the six month discard date on the label in the area provided when you first open the test strips or control solution.

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Example:

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Check your display to ensure that results are being displayed in mg/dL. If they are not, contact Bayer Diabetes Care Customer Service, 1-800-348-8100.

Before You Begin Testing:

Introduction

• Your meter has been preset and locked to display results in mg/dL (milligrams of glucose per deciliter). In some countries, the meters are preset to display units in mmol/L (millimoles of glucose per liter); • Results in mg/dL will never have a decimal point; • Results in mmol/L will always have a decimal point.

Before You Begin Testing

IMPORTANT NOTE:

1. Read your user guide and all instructional materials provided in your meter kit before testing. 2. Have all the materials you will need ready before you begin testing. This includes your CONTOUR ® meter, the CONTOUR ® test strips, and the MICROLET ®2 or Ascensia® MICROLET ® lancing device with MICROLET ® lancets. You may also need CONTOUR ® control solution to run a quality control check. 3. Wash your hands thoroughly with warm soapy water and dry them well before testing.

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The following steps (pages 8–13) are shown in the proper order for performing a blood glucose test.

Getting Ready to Test:

Testing

Your lancing device may not be the one shown here. Please check your lancing device insert for complete instructions on its use. Read the MICROLET 2 or the Ascensia MICROLET insert for complete instructions. For testing sites other than fingertip, see page 28. Wash and dry your hands thoroughly before testing.

Getting Ready to Test

Remove the endcap from the MICROLET2 lancing device with your thumb on the grip indent as shown.

Loosen the round protective cap on a lancet by rotating it ¼ turn, but do not remove it. Always use MICROLET lancets for best operation. Insert the lancet firmly into the lancing device until it comes to a full stop. This will cock the device. You can also pull and release the cocking handle.

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Remove a test strip from the bottle. Tightly close the bottle lid immediately after you have removed the test strip. NOTE: Check the expiration and discard dates on the bottle. Make sure the test strip does not appear torn or damaged. Hold the test strip with the gray end facing up. Insert the gray end into the test strip port on the meter.

Getting Ready to Test

Replace the gray endcap prior to getting your blood drop.

Testing

Twist off the round protective lancet cap. Be sure to save it for disposing of the used lancet.

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Getting the Blood Drop: The puncture depth depends on the endcap setting and the amount of pressure applied to the puncture site. You will determine which combination works best for you.

Use the Gray endcap

Testing

Shallow Puncture

Deep Puncture

Getting the Blood Drop

Press the endcap firmly against the puncture site and press the blue release button with your thumb.

Stroke your hand and finger towards the puncture site to form a drop of blood. Do not squeeze around the puncture site.

Test immediately after a good blood drop has formed.

Suggested drop size

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Testing Your Blood: Immediately touch the tip of the test strip to the drop of blood. The blood is pulled into the test strip through the tip.

Fingertip Testing

After a beep, you will see the meter count down 5 seconds. Your test result will appear and will be automatically stored in the meter memory. Remove the test strip to turn your meter off.

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Testing Your Blood

Do not press the tip against the skin or place the blood on top of the test strip.

Testing

Hold the tip of the test strip in the blood drop until the meter beeps.

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You can set your meter to use special marker options by using Advanced Mode (L-2). See pages 18–23.

Testing

Expected Values: Blood glucose values will vary depending on food intake, medication dosages, health, stress, or exercise. Consult your healthcare professional for the target value that is appropriate for you. According to the American Diabetes Association standard medical practice goals for a non-pregnant individual with diabetes:2 • Before a meal: 90 to 130 mg/dL • 2 hours after a meal: less than 180 mg/dL

Testing Your Blood

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CAUTION If your test result is below 50 mg/dL, above ” or “ ” on the 250 mg/dL, or you see “ meter display, call your physician or healthcare professional immediately. Do not change your medication based on CONTOUR blood glucose results without the advice of your physician or healthcare professional.

NOTE: If you want to mark your result (Advanced Mode), you will need to do it before removing the test strip. To turn your meter off, simply remove the test strip. Carefully dispose of the used test strip.

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Place the round protective lancet cap on a flat surface with the Bayer logo facing down. With the used lancet still in the lancing device, push the lancet needle completely into the middle of the exposed side of the cap. While (a) pressing the blue release button, (b) pull the blue cocking handle, and the lancet will drop into the container you have selected.

Testing Your Blood

In one hand, hold the lancing device with your thumb on the grip indent, with your other hand, hold the gray endcap dial as shown, and gently snap off the endcap.

Testing

Removing the used lancet:

Dispose of the used lancet carefully to prevent injury or contamination to others. Do not reuse lancets. Use a new MICROLET lancet each time you test.

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Set-up for Basic (L-1) and Advanced (L-2) Modes: Your new CONTOUR meter is pre-set for the Basic Mode and offers the same easy test procedure in either the Basic or Advanced Mode.

Additional Features Set-up for Basic (L-1) and Advanced (L-2) Modes

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BASIC MODE (L-1)

ADVANCED MODE (L-2)

• 7 day HI and LO summary • 14 day average • 480 test result memory

• 7 day HI and LO summary • 7, 14, and 30 day averages • 480 test result memory • Pre- and post-meal markers • 30 day pre- and post-meal averages • Selectable post-meal alarms (2.5, 2.0, 1.5, 1.0 hours) • Personal HI and LO test settings

Your meter is pre-set to Basic Mode. If you have set your meter to the Advanced Mode, and want to return to Basic Mode: 1. Press M to turn your meter on. Wait to see the flashing test strip. 2. Press and hold ▲ or ▼ for 3 seconds. 3. L-2 will flash. 4. Press ▲ or ▼ to change to L-1. 5. Press M to set.

To set your meter to Advanced Mode, and take advantage of meal markers and other functions available to you: 1. Press M to turn your meter on. Wait to see the flashing test strip. 2. Press and hold ▲ or ▼ for 3 seconds. 3. L-1 will flash. 4. Press ▲ or ▼ to change to L-2. 5. Press M to set. Please see page 18 for more details.

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Setting the Date, Time and Sound: Your CONTOUR meter allows you to set the date, time, and sound as you like them. • You can view 12 or 24 hour time; • month/day or day.month, and; • choose to have your meter beep or not. To get into set-up mode when the meter is off, press and hold M for 3 seconds. A complete display will briefly appear, then numbers will flash in the top left corner of the display.

Press M to set.

The number in the hour position will now flash. Press ▲ or ▼ until you reach the current hour. Press M to set. The minute will now flash. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the current minute. Press M to set. If you selected a 12 hour time setting, the AM or PM will now flash. Press ▲ or ▼ to select AM or PM.

Setting the Date, Time and Sound

With the 12H flashing on the display, press ▲ or ▼ to select the 12H (with AM and PM) or 24H setting (military time).

Additional Features

Setting the Time:

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Setting the Month and Day Format: m/d will now flash on the display. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the format you wish (m/d for month/day format or d.m for day.month format). Press M to set.

Setting the Date: Additional Features Setting the Date, Time and Sound

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The year will be flashing. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the current year. Press M to set. The month will now flash. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the month. Press M to set. The day will now flash. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the day. Press M to set.

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Setting the Sound: The flashing bell symbol will now appear on the display along with the word “ ”. This option controls whether you want to hear the beep sound during testing. To turn the beep sound off during testing, press ▲ or ▼ to display “ ”.

If you are using Basic Mode (L-1 will appear on your display), you have completed your meter set-up.

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Setting the Date, Time and Sound

After setting the sound, “ ” will flash. To keep your meter in Basic Mode, press M to set. To change your meter to Advanced Mode, press ▲ or ▼ to change to “ ”, and press M to set.

Additional Features

Press M to set.

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Setting Advanced Mode (L-2) Features: If you selected Advanced Mode (L-2 on your display) you can change your meter’s personal low and high blood glucose settings. By personalizing these settings, your CONTOUR meter will help you track these HI and LO results.

Additional Features Setting Advanced Mode (L-2) Features

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The LO setting will flash (default 72). To change this setting, press ▲ or ▼ until you reach your desired LO setting, and then press M to set. (The range of values for LO is 60-90 mg/dL.) Your HI blood glucose setting will now flash (default 180). To change, press ▲ or ▼ until you reach your desired HI setting. Press M to set. (The range of values for HI is 100–250 mg/dL.)

Post-Meal Test Alarm Set-up: To change the alarm time for post-meal testing, press ▲ or ▼ to display the options available. Select 2.5, 2.0, 1.5, or 1.0 hour(s) to set your post-meal alarm (default is 2.0 hours). Press M to set. Need Help? Call toll free: 1-800-348-8100