pogo Automatic ART03197 Blood Glucose Monitoring System User Guide
- June 5, 2024
- pogo Automatic
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pogo Automatic ART03197 Blood Glucose Monitoring System
Hello, please start here
If you are new to POGO Automatic, this guide will help you learn the basics of
automatic blood glucose testing.
IMPORTANT: READ BEFORE TESTING
Immediately: Set Time and Date
Step 1: Set
Remove the battery pull tab on the back of the meter to start using. Then Time
and Date menu will appear.
Step2: Set
Tim and Date. You should always set the time and date so test results can be
recorded with the correct information and averages can be correctly
calculated.
- To change the time, make sure the blinking selection arrow is next to the clock symbol and press M to select.
- Use the scroll buttons to adjust the time setting and press M to confirm.
- Use the same steps to change the day, month and year.
- Press the power button to continue.
Practice First
To fully understand POGO Automatic unique automated testing, it is recommended
that you try a practice test.
- READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS, including PREPARE FINGER and ADD MORE BLOOD (if needed).
- PERFORM PRACTICE test.
Ready to test checklist
- I read all instructions
- I carefully selected the right finger
- I performed a successful practice test
Load Cartridge
- PRESS BUTTON to open cartridge door.A
- INSERT TEST CARTRIDGE and click door shut. Cartridge will spin into place.
Prepare Finger to Test
- Choose finger for test : ONLY USE FINGERS YOU KNOW BLEED WELL. You can use the sides or tip of finger. Avoid calluses and fingernails.
- Increase circulation: Prepare fingertip for lancing by squeezing several times until it’s warm and reddish. COLD FINGERS SLOW BLOOD FLOW.
- Until you are familiar with POGO Automatic testing, try placing a finger from opposite hand firmly on top of test finger for added pressure. This is best if you have calluses or thick, hardened skin. It is also helpful to test with meter flat on table.
Test Your Blood
- TURN ON METER by pressing power button under display.
- IMPORTANT: DO NOT PLACE FINGER ON TEST PORT until meter is ready.
- WAIT for the image of the finger on the test port to appear
- Make sure you PREPARE FINGER.
- PRESS FINGER DOWN on test port to be lanced and a 3-2-1 countdown will begin
- IMPORTANT: At the end of the countdown, you will be lanced. DO NOT LIFT FINGER until meter displays an up arrow
- HOLD FINGER IN PLACE while blood is collected.
- LIFT FINGER when you see this. Blood has been collected.
Get Results
- Your result will appear after a 4-second countdown.
- TURN OFF METER or allow to turn off after 30 seconds.
- Quick graph
A color bar shown above the result indicates whether your result is in or out of your target range.
Add More Blood (if needed)
- When the meter displays these pictures, you should lift your finger and squeeze to get more blood. You have 90 seconds to finish the test. AYou will not be relanced during this step.
- REMOVE FINGER from test port.
- GENTLY SQUEEZE to form a blood droplet.
- CENTER DROPLET over hole. Try not to smear on test port.
- PRESS ALL THE WAY DOWN into cartridge.
- You may need to REPEAT until you see on screen.
YOU MUST START A NEW TEST
if either an E-4 or NO message appear on screen, or you have no wound.
Meal Marking (Optional)
NOTE:
To understand the effects that meals have on your blood glucose, it is
important to test in “pairs” — 1 hour before and 2 hours after you eat. The
American Diabetes Association (ADA) also recommends testing prior to exercise
and bedtime or when hypoglycemia is suspected.
- After a test, the meter displays a glucose result with a blinking pre- or post-meal symbol.
- If you CHOOSE NOT TO MARK your result:
- You are done. Turn off meter or allow it to turn off automatically.
- If you CHOOSE TO MARK your result:
- Press the scroll buttons until the ( ) marking dot appears before or after the appropriate meal symbol.
- To confirm, turn off meter or allow it to turn off automatically.
Key Display Messages
- This is a list of common meter errors or alerts and what to do when they occur.
- No Cartridge Open door and insert new cartridge.Refer to your Owner’s Manual for more information.
- Check Cartridge Remove and re-insert test cartridge.
- Try testing with a new cartridge
- Remove and re-insert batteries.
- Remove and re-insert cartridge.
- DO NOT put finger on test port until appears.
- Not Enough Blood: See Prepare Finger and repeat test.
- No Blood Seen: See Prepare Finger and repeat test.
Pair POGO Automatic® With Your Phone
To view and securely share your blood glucose results and health trend information in the Patterns® app, you must pair the POGO Automatic Meter with your smartphone. Before pairing, download the Patterns app at the Apple and Android app stores. Or use your iPhone or Android camera to scan below.
How to Pair
Step 1: Push the button for 4 seconds.
Step 2: Enter the 6-digit code shown on the meter into your smartphone when
prompted.
Step 3: Press “Pair” on phone to confirm. Your POGO Automatic Meter and phone
should now be connected for automatic transfer of your results. For Bluetooth
pairing help, consult your POGO Automatic Owner’s Manual.
If you need assistance, call Customer Support, Monday to Friday 9AM to 9PM Eastern Time (ET) at 1-855-IMI-POGO (464-7646) or email us at [email protected]
- POGO Automatic Meters and test cartridges are for single patient use only.
- o not share them with anyone, including other family members!
- Do not use on multiple patients!
- All POGO Automatic testing supplies are considered biohazardous and can potentially transmit infectious diseases, even after you have performed cleaning and disinfection. Wash hands with soap and water immediately after use.
- Please refer to your POGO Automatic Blood Glucose Monitoring System Owner’s Manual for complete cleaning and disinfection instructions.
Interfering Substance Information:
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If you have certain conditions that may cause your blood level of uric acid to rise, such as gout or kidney disease (>9 mg/dL uric acid) then your blood glucose results may be inaccurate. If you are unsure, then ask your doctor.
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If you are taking acetaminophen containing drugs (e.g. Tylenol, certain cold
and flu remedies, etc.) in excess of the recommended levels (>20 mg/dL) then you may get inaccurate results with this system. If you are unsure, then ask
your doctor. -
If you are taking vitamin C (ascorbic acid) in excess of the recommended levels (>3 mg/dL) then your glucose results may be inaccurate with this system. If you are unsure, then ask your doctor.
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