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Freestyle Flash Operating Instructions

The Freestyle Flash is a meter used to measure the amount of glucose present in blood. Its compact size makes it easier to carry during outings. The meter provides quick results, which makes it more convenient when you are on the go. The Freestyle Flash is simple to use and requires only a small sample of blood to perform a blood glucose test. It also allows testing on alternate test sites, such as the arm, palm, thigh and calf.

Things You'll Need

  • Freestyle Flash meter
  • Testing strips
  • Control solution
  • Lancet
  • Lancing device
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Instructions

  1. Set the Test Strip Code

    • 1

      Insert a new strip into the meter. The meter will turn itself on once the test strip is fully inserted.

    • 2

      Check the code number on the vial of test strips and ensure that it matches the code number displayed on the meter. If the codes do not match, proceed to the next step.

    • 3

      Press “c” to select higher numbers or “m” to select lower numbers. Continue to press the “c” or “m” button until you reach the correct code number.

    Control Solution Test

    • 4

      Insert a new strip into the meter.

    • 5

      Place the tip of the control solution bottle on the edge of the sample area on the testing strip. The meter will beep once the test strip has enough solution to perform the test.

    • 6

      Read the displayed result and compare it to the range listed on the control solution. If the results are not within the range, perform the test again with a new test strip. If the results are incorrect, the meter may not provide accurate test results and should not be used for testing blood glucose levels until the cause has been determined and corrected.

    Blood Glucose Test

    • 7

      Insert a new strip into the meter. The meter will turn itself on once the test strip is fully inserted.

    • 8

      Check the code number on the vial of test strips and ensure that it matches the code number displayed on the meter. If the codes do not match, you must set the test strip code before continuing with the blood glucose test.

    • 9

      Obtain a fresh sample of blood. Place a new lancet in the lancing device. Lance the skin. Carefully remove the lancing device without touching the blood sample.

    • 10

      Place the sample area of the testing strip on the edge of the blood sample at a slight angle. The testing strip will absorb the sample and will beep once the testing strip is full.

    • 11

      Remove the meter from the sample and wait for the test results. The meter will beep twice once the test is complete.

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