91237-0001-47 Home Aide Easy Talk Glucose Meter User Guide

June 6, 2024
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Meter Rev:10/2015 6277HA-M01A6 11-62-0000-0000 V1-JUL21

NOTE: For information about the name of the manufacturer of the lancing device and the lancets, please contact your pharmacy.

Introduction to the System

Intended Use/Indications for Use

The Easy Talk Blood Glucose Monitoring System is intended for use in the quantitative measurement of glucose in fresh capillary whole blood from the finger and the forearm. It is intended for use  by healthcare professionals and people with diabetes mellitus at home and as an aid in monitoring the effectiveness of a diabetes control program.

The Easy Talk Blood Glucose Monitoring System is not intended for the diagnosis of or screening for diabetes mellitus, nor for use with neonates.
The alternative site testing (forearm) in this system can only be used during steady-state blood glucose conditions.

This system contains a speaking function that provides an audible message of test results for users with an impaired vision..

This User Guide has been prepared to describe the proper use of the Easy Talk Blood Glucose Monitoring System.

Please read this User Guide and the package insert that comes with the Easy Talk/Plus II

Glucose Test Strips before testing. Keep this user guide for future reference. The Easy Talk

Glucose Meter can be used with the Easy Talk/Plus II  Glucose Test Strips and/or control solutions..

The principle of the method
When glucose reacts with the reagents on the test strips, an electrical current is produced, which is proportional to the glucose concentration in the blood sample.
The glucose concentration is calculated by the meter and based on the current measured.

  • Your meter has the back light feature, it will turn on within every operation to increase the legibility in operation, helping the user to operate the meter more smoothly.

Appearance and Key functions of the meter

  1. 91237 0001 47 Home Aide Easy Talk Glucose Meter - figure 1Test strip slot – When the strip is inserted into the slot, the meter will automatically turn on.
  2. LCD Display – Guide you through the test using symbols and simple messages.
  3. M Key – Power ON/OFF, also for memory recalling mode, please refer to the manual for detailed function description.
  4. C Key – Setting mode, please refer to the manual for a detailed function description.
  5. Speaker – Where voice comes out.
  6. RS232 port – Cable connection and data transmitting.
  7. Battery Compartment – Where batteries are located.
  8. Ejector – Remove used strip.

Safety Information

Please use this device only for the intended use described in this user guide.
Before using this system to test your blood glucose, please read the instructions thoroughly and practice the test when you first use this system. Do a quality check on the system following the controls solution test instructions and consult with your healthcare professionals for questions or problems.
Be aware of the safety of young children or handicapped persons near you when you conduct a glucose test using this system.
The Easy Talk glucose monitor can only be used with the Easy Talk/Plus II Glucose
Test Strips and control solution.
Please keep the test strip vial away from children. The test strips and vial cap can present a choking hazard.
Never share a lancet or a lancing device with anyone.
Always use a new, sterile lancet-lancets are for single use only.
Please be cautious when removing the lancet. Take the lancet out carefully. Always place the protective cap back on the exposed tip or (if using a twist lancet) place the cap on a hard surface and push the exposed tip into the protective cap and discard of properly.
Always test your blood glucose using the meter and the test strips using either Easy Talk or Easy Plus II meter, strips, and control solutions. Any other brand will give invalid

Quick Testing Instructions

  1. With the meter off, insert a new test strip with the contacts facing up in the test strip slot. The meter will turn on. You will see a full-screen display briefly, and then a blinking blood drop icon will appear on the screen. You will hear: “Hello, the meter is ready.” And “Apply blood now.”
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  2. 2. Lance the finger or AST and let a blood drop from.
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  3. Apply your blood to the front edge (the tip) of the test strip while the blood drop icon is still blinking, and the meter will start counting down for 6 seconds then display the test results on the  screen. You will hear: “Testing in process.” and “The glucose level”
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  4. Remove the used strips by hand or by pushing the ejector and the meter will power off, with “OFF” appearing on the screen. You will hear: “Goodbye.”
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Installing the battery

  1. Slide down the battery cover on the back of the meter by pushing the cover in the direction of the arrow and put the cover aside.
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  2. Remove the two used batteries.
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  3.  Insert 2 new batteries with correct +/- direction.
    (Battery: AAA 1.5V 2 Alkaline 24A LR03)
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  4. Put the battery cover back in place by pushing the cover in the opposite direction of the arrow to close the cover into position.
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Note:

  1. It is suggested that batteries need to be replaced when the battery icon appears empty. If keep using the meter, the battery icon will start flashing and an error message E_3 will appear on the screen.
  2. Note that replacing the battery will not reset the stored testing results.
  3. You need to reset the time and date after the batteries are replaced.
  4. If there is any unexpected symbol on the display, please follow the above procedure to replace the batteries again.
  5. Please dispose of batteries according to your local ordinances.

Settings (Language/Date /Time/Alarm/Measuring Unit/Memory Deletion/Voice

Volume)

The LCD screen will show as below:

1. Appears with the test result either in mg/dL or in mmol/L.| 1. Indicates if the audio function is on or off.
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2. Appears when you recall the memory.| 2. Indicates currently displayed result is an average.
3. Appears when you are in setting mode.| 3. 9. Appears when the alarm is on.
4. Appears for control solution test flag (c).| 4. Month
5. Indicates the meter is ready to take the blood sample when it flashes.| 5. Day
6. Indicates the battery status.| 6. Hour
| 7. Minute

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The LCD screen for Power Off – When the meter is off, the date, time, measurement unit, battery icon and “OFF” will be still on the screen. If the voice is on or the alarm reminder is on, the speaker icon and the alarm will be displayed as well.

  1. Setting the language for voice – With the meter off, by pressing the M key and holding for 2 seconds, you will enter the setting mode viewing an “S” for the Spanish language or an “E” for the English language.  The “S” or “E” will be flashing on the screen depending on your last language setting. A small “SET” will be displayed at the upper right corner of the LCD display. (Please see Figure 6-1.) The meter is now in the setting mode. You will hear: “You are now in setting mode.” S indicates Spanish and E indicates English. Pressing the C Key will toggle between “S” and “E” and to set the language selection, please press the M key to select the language. You will then view the last two digits of the current year is displayed in the center of the screen. The C key is used to change the individual settings. Press the M key to confirm each setting.

  2. Set the Year – Press the C key to adjust the year until the desired year is displayed and then press the M key to confirm the year setting. After the year setting is confirmed, you will see the month segment flashing on the screen. Each time you press the C key to adjust the year, you will hear: “The year is 20xx.” (If year 21 is selected, you will hear: “The year is 2021.”)(Please see Figure 6-2.)
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  3. Set the Month – Press C key to adjust the month until the desired month is displayed and then press M key to confirm the month setting. You will then see the day segment is flashing on the screen. Each time you press the C key to adjust the month, you will hear: “The month is xxx.” (If December is selected, you will hear: “The month is December.”)(Please see Figure 6-3.)
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  4. Set the Day – Press C key to adjust the day until the desired day appears and then press the M key to confirm the day setting. You will then see the hour segment is flashing on the LCD screen.  Each time you press the C key to adjust the day, you will hear: “The day is xxx.” (If 18th is selected, you will hear: “The day is the eighteenth.”) (Please see the Figure 6-4.)
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  5. Set the Hour – Press C Key to adjust the hour until the desired hour appears on the screen and then press the M key to confirm the setting. You will then see the minute segment is flashing on the  screen. Each time you press the C key to adjust the hour, you will hear: “The hour is xxx.” (If 11 PM is selected, you will hear: “The hour is eleven PM.”) (Please see Figure 6-5.)
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  6. Set the Minute – Press C Key to adjust the minute until the desired minute appears on the screen and then press the M key to confirm the setting. You will then see an “AL” displayed on the screen center. Each time you press the C key to adjust the minute, you will hear: “The minute is xxx.” (If 25 minutes is selected, you will hear: “The minute is twenty-five.”)(Please see Figure 6-6.)
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  7.  the Alarm Reminder — Press the C key to toggle between the alarm reminder setting or no-setting mode. If the setting alarm is selected, you will hear: “Ready to set alarm reminder.” If you see the LCD display a small flashing icon of the alarm clock in the lower-left corner with a time segment display, it means that you are in the alarm setting mode. (Please see Figure 6-7.) If you see only AL without the icon of the small alarm clock, it means that you are not in the alarm setting mode. Press the M key to confirm the alarm setting mode. If you select the alarm setting mode, the alarm clock icon will stop flashing and the hour of the time segment will start flashing. You will hear: “Ready to set alarm remind-er.” Press the C key until the desired alarm hour appears and then press the M key to confirm the hour setting. (If 8 AM is selected, you will hear: “The hour is eight AM.”) Then the minute segment will start flashing. Press the C key until the desired minute appears on the screen and then press the M key to confirm the minute setting. (If 25 minutes is selected, you will hear: “The minute is twenty-five.”) You will see the measuring unit flashing on the upper left corner of the LCD display. (Please see Figure 6-8.) Each time you press the C key to adjust the hour, you will hear: “The hour is xxx.” Each time you press the C key to adjust the minute, you will hear: “The minute is xxx.” At the end of this process, you will hear: “Alarm reminder set.”
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  8. Set the measurement unit – Press the C key to toggle between mg/dL and mmol/L measurement units. Press M key to confirm the setting. You will see a “dEL” displayed in the center of the screen.  (Please see Figure 6-9.) If mg/dL is selected, you will hear: “Measurement unit in milligrams per deciliter.” If mmol/L is selected, you will hear: “Measurement unit in millimole per liter.” The unit  of measurement – mg/dL- is the standard unit of measurement in the U.S. If the meter is to be sold in the U.S., the units of measure will be set to mg/dL by default.

  9. Delete Memory – Press the C key to toggle between a flashing “dEL” for memory deletion or a non-flashing “dEL”. If you want to delete all memory, press the M key while the “dEL” is flashing. If you do not want to delete all memory, press the M key when the “dEL” is not flashing. Once the M key is pressed, the LCD display will move to the setting of voice volume setting mode. You will see the display of “VoL” in the center of the screen. When the “dEL” is flashing on the screen, you will hear: “Ready to delete memory records.” (Please see Figure 6-9.)

  10. Set the Voice Volume – Press the C key to toggle between the selection of speaking mode and non-speaking mode. If you want to turn off the speaker, press the M key when the screen does not show the small speaker icon. You will hear: “Voice of.” If you see a small speaker icon appears below the battery icon on the right side of the LCD screen, you can press the M key to turn on the speaker. Then you will see the existing voice volume level at the lower right corner of the screen. (Please see Figure 6-10.) There are 7 levels of voice volume. You can press the C key to adjust the voice level and then press the M key to confirm the setting. (There will be a “beep” sound to indicate the level of voice volume adjusted.) The meter will turn off automatically after 2 seconds with a  display of “OFF”, and you will hear: “Goodbye.”
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  11. Power off Screen – When the meter is off, the time, date, measurement unit, and battery icon will be still on the screen as Figure 6-11. If the alarm reminder has bee set or the voice has been turned on, then the alarm or the speaker icon will appear on the power off-screen as well. The LCD screen will display “OFF”.
    Note: Your meter can show results either in “mg/dL” or “mmol/L” units. Mg/dL is the unit used in the U.S., please contact the manufacturer if your meter does not display mg/dL when you turn it on. The factory-set default for the meter is mg/dL, in the event that the meter loses power or the batteries are charged, the factory-set default is mg/dL. It is very important to use the correct unit of measurement to properly manage your diabetes. If you live in the USA you should use mg/dL; your results will never have a decimal point. If you live in Canada and some European countries you should use mmol/L; your results will always have a decimal point. The mg/dL display is on by default.

Note:

  1. When you change the date and time backward, you will not change the test results in the meter memory.
  2. You need to move through the language, year, month, day, hour, minutes, alarm, unit dEL and VoL to save the meter settings and turn off the meter .
  3. The average readings in the meter memory are calculated from the results obtained during the 7, 14, 28, 60, and 90 calendar days preceding the current date and time settings.

Running a Control Solution Test

IMPORTANT: Always make sure you press the C key for the Control Solution test, otherwise in the control solution test result will be stored in the memory, and affect your “AVG” results.

  1. Insert a strip into the meter, you will hear: “Hello, the meter is ready.” A full LCD screen will be displayed briefly and then a blood drop icon appears. You will hear: “Apply blood now.”
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  2. Press the C key, and the meter will display a letter “C” on the upper right corner of the screen, indicating the control test mode. You will hear: “Apply control solution now.” The test result will not be stored in the memory.91237 0001 47 Home Aide Easy Talk Glucose Meter - figure 24

  3. Squeeze a small amount of Control Solution on a flat surface and apply to the front edge of the test strip, and you will hear: “Testing in process.”
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  4. Wait for 6 seconds, and the meter will display the result. You will hear:
    “The glucose level is number/unit.”
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  5. Remove the used strip by hand or by pushing the ejector and the meter will power off with a display of “OFF” on the screen. You will hear: “Goodbye.”
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IMPORTANT!!!

  1. If the meter, test strips, and control solutions are moved from one temperature to another, allow thirty (30) minutes for them to adjust to the new temperature before performing a control solution test.
  2. You must push the C key to distinguish the control solution test from the blood glucose test. Do not perform the blood test in Control Solution mode. (If you perform the blood test in Control  Solution mode, the test result will not be stored.)
  3. Use Easy Talk or Easy Plus II Control Solutions with Easy Talk Glucose Meter.
  4. Control Solutions are used to check that the meter and the test strips are working together as a system and that you are performing the test correctly.
  5. Control Solution contains a known amount of glucose that reacts with test strips. The Low and High-level Control Solutions are intended to check the monitoring system in different measurement ranges.
  6. Shake the vial, discard the first drop of control solution, and wipe off the dispenser tip to ensure a good sample and an accurate result.
  7. Use only for 3 months after first opening. Record the open date on the Control Solution vial. Discard after 3 months.
  8. Compare your Control Solution test results with the expected range printed on the test strips vial label. If your glucose control results fall outside the expected range; repeat the test. Results that  repeatedly fall outside the expected range may indicate:
    (1) You may not be doing the test correctly; repeat the test, by shaking the control solution vial well and carefully following instructions. Please make sure the test is done within the temperature range.
    (2) The Control Solution is expired or contaminated.
    (3) The test strips are damaged or outdated.
    (4) You may have applied the Control Solution before the blood drop appears on the screen. This will cause incorrect glucose measurement.
    (5) Meter malfunction.

Blood Glucose Testing

Alternate Site Testing (AST)
What is AST?
Sampling from anatomical sites (parts of the body) other than the fingertip ( i.e. forearm, upper arm, thigh, calf, palm) to check the blood glucose levels. This system allows you to test on the forearm with the equivalent results to fingertip testing.
There are important limitations to AST. Please consult your healthcare professional before you use AST.

What is the advantage?
It is a more painful feeling when taking a blood samples from the fingertips because fingertips have many nerve endings. Other body sites do not have as many nerve endings, so you will not feel as much pain as at the fingertip.

When to use AST?
Medication, stress, illness, food, and exercise can affect blood glucose levels. Capillary whole blood at the fingertip can reflect test changes faster than capillary blood at other sites of the body. If you test your blood glucose level during or immediately after a meal, physical exercise, or stressful events, take the blood sample from your fingertip instead of from other sites.

Use AST only:

  1. 2 hours or more after taking insulin;
  2. 2 hours or more after a meal;
  3. 2 hours or more after exercise.

Do not use AST if you are pregnant, or if you are aware that your glucose level is not as stable as usual, or if you think you have hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) or hyperglycemia (high blood sugar).
Do not use AST if you think your blood glucose is low and your AST results do not match the way you feel.

Running A Blood Glucose Test

Note 1: Note 1: To reduce the chance of infection:
Never share a lancet or a lancing device with anyone.
Always use a new, sterile lancet. LANCETS ARE FOR SINGLE USE ONLY.
Note 2: If the meter and test strips are moved from one temperature to another, allow thirty (30) minutes for them to adjust to the new temperature before performing a blood glucose test.

(For use with generic lancing devices). Not included with the meter. Unscrew the lancing device by turning the end cap counterclockwise. A clear cap will come with the package of a meter kit or a lancing device. The clear cap on the lancing device will make it easy for you to get a drop of blood for AST.

  1. Please unscrew the lancing device by turning the end cap counterclockwise.
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  2. Insert a new lancet firmly into the lancet holder
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  3. Twist off the protective top of the lancet.
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  4. Close the end cap of the lancing device and grasp the lancing device as shown. Slide into locking position. If necessary, please set the lancing device for a deeper puncture.
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  5. Open the test strip vial. Take one new test strip out of the vial and recap the vial quickly and firmly.
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  6. While the meter is off, insert a test strip into the meter strip slot in the right direction. The meter will turn on with a full screen display, and you will hear: Hello, the meter is ready.?And apply blood now.? and a blood drop icon will be blinking on the screen.
    NOTE: If no action is taken in 2 minutes, the meter will turn off automatically. You will hear: Goodbye.
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  7. Wash your hands in warm, soapy water. Be sure to rinse and dry well.
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  8. CHOOSE PUNCTURE SITE
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a. AST ONLY: Select a soft, fleshy area on your forearm that is clean and dry, away from the bone and free of visible veins and hair.
b. AST ONLY: Massage the selected area gently to increase blood flow to the puncture site. Clean the test location with an alcohol wipe or with soap and water.
c. FINGERTIP ONLY: Use the adjustable lancing device or the disposable lancet to take a blood sample from the fingertip and let it form a small round blood drop.

  1. Press and hold the loaded lancing device against the puncture site for a few seconds, then press the puncture button.

  2. Wait for a few seconds until the blood drop forms. Make sure you have sufficient blood to fill the small window of the test strip. For individuals who experience difficulty in getting sufficient blood for a test, it may be helpful to rub the puncture site a little longer before using the lancing device.
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  3. Apply your blood to the front edge (the tip) of the test strip while the blood drop icon is still blinking, and the meter will start counting down for 6 seconds then display the test results on the screen. You will hear: testing in process. and the glucose level is number/unit.”
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  4. Remove the used strips by hand or by pushing the ejector and the meter will power off, with “OFF” appearing on the screen. You will hear: Goodbye.
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IMPORTANT:

  1. Never reuse a test strip or a lancet. An “E_5” error message will be displayed in the center of the screen if a used strip is inserted in the meter. (You will hear: “The strip is wet or used.”)
  2. Discard the test strip and lancet immediately in a puncture-proof container with a lid after use.

Recalling the Memory and Viewing the Average

A. Using the Meter Memory
The test results for the blood sample will be stored in the memory automatically. The meter can store up to 500 of the most recent rest results. You can also view the average of test results for various periods of 7, 14, 28, 60, and 90 days. The control solution test results will not be stored in memory.
(Note: Please make sure that you press the C key when you run a Control Solution test so that the control test result will not be added to memory.)

B. Recalling the Test Results from the Meter Memory

  1. With the meter, off, press the M key to turn on the meter. After a brief full-screen display and you will hear: “Recalling the memory” the meter will display the total number of test data stored in memory.  Then the screen will display “001” as the sequential number of the most recent test results in memory. The memorized test data will be displayed next. If there is no memorized result in the meter, “- –” is displayed and you will hear: “Zero memory.” The meter will turn off after 60 seconds if no action is taken. (When the meter displays the first memorized data, you will hear: The glucose level  is number/unit.”)
  2. The meter will audibly read out the last latest 10 stored test results with a date. The screen will display each of the memorized test data in sequence. Press M and C keys to review your test results in memory forwards and backward.
  3. To turn off the meter, press the M key for 2 seconds, or the meter will turn off automatically after 60 seconds of no activity, and you will hear: “Goodbye.”

C. Viewing the Average (AVG) of Test Data in Memory

  1. To display the average (AVG) test result, please turn the meter off. Press C and M keys at the same time and hold for about 2 seconds, wait for AVG displayed on the screen, then release the two buttons.  The meter will be in the average mode with the “AVG” font displayed.
  2. When the “AVG” is flashing at the lower-left corner of the screen, the number 7 will be displayed under AVG and the average of the last 7 days’ test results will be displayed in the center of the screen.  The number of tests done in the last 7 days will be also displayed at the lower right corner of the screen. If you want to see the average of 14, 28, 60, and 90 days, keep pressing the M key to move the  LCD display forward from a 7-day average to a 90-day average. The average display will move from 90 days backward to 7 days if you continue to press the C key. You will hear: “The average for 7 days is number/unit.”
  3. Press the M key and hold for 2 seconds to exit the recall mode and turn off the meter, or the meter will automatically power off after 60 seconds. You will hear: “Goodbye.”
  4. When “—” is displayed, showing that there are no test results in memory. You will hear: “Zero memory.”

We suggest you should periodically compare the test system to another test system that is well maintained and monitored by a healthcare provider.

Troubleshooting

Following is a summary of all Error Messages. These messages help to identify certain problems but do not appear in all cases when a problem has occurred. Improper use may cause an inaccurate result without producing an error message or a symbol. In the event of a problem, refer to the information in the table under Solution.

Error messages:
E_1: The temperature is too low.
E_2: The temperature is too high.
E_3: Battery Low.
E_4: Memory damaged.
E_5: The strip is wet or used.
E_6: Error in meter or strip.
HI: The glucose level is too high.
LO: The glucose level is too low.

Note: Your meter can show results either in “mg/dL” or “mmol/L” units. Mg/dL is the unit used in the U.S., Please contact the manufacturer if your meter does not display mg/dL when you turn it on. The factory-set default for the meter is mg/dL, in the event that the meter loses power or the batteries are charged, the factory-set default is mg/dL. It is very important to use the correct unit of measurement to properly manage your diabetes. If you live in the USA you should use mg/dL; your result will never have a decimal point. If you live in Canada and some European countries you should use mmol/L; your result will always have a decimal point. The mg/dL display is on by default.

Problem Possible Cause Solution

(1) The meter displays an
E_1 error message.| The meter is operating in an ambient
temperature below 10 °C or 50°F which is the lowest range of operating temperature.| Repeat the test after the meter and strip are in a warmer environment and allow the meter warm-up for a while before retesting.
(2) The meter displays an
E_2 error message.| The meter is operating in an ambient temperature above 40 °C or 104°F which is the cap of operating temperature.| Repeat the test after the meter and strip are in a cooler environment and allow the meter to sit cooler for a while before retesting.
(3) The meter displays an
E_3 error message.| The battery is too low to operate the meter.| Please replace the two AAA batteries.
(4) The meter displays an
E_4 error message.| The memory chip of the meter could be damaged or malfunctioning.| The meter can perform the glucose-measuring without storing the test results into the meter’s memory. Please write down the test results into the data logger before you call a customer service representative.
(5) The meter displays an
E_5 error message.| The inserted test strip has been wet or used.| Please check the strip if it is damaged or used. In either case, please discard the strip and repeat the test using a new strip.
(6) The meter displays an
E_6 error message.| The meter is not working properly, either because of a defective meter or a defective strip.| Repeat the test with a new test strip. If E_6 continues to show up on the screen, please call a customer service representative.
(7) The meter displays HI on the screen.| The test result is higher than the measuring range of 600 mg/dL ( 33.3 mmol/L).| Test again following the user guide for the correct glucose measurement process. If you see HI again, please call your medical doctor for advice immediately.
(8) The meter displays LO on screen.| The test result is lower than the measuring range of 20 mg/dL ( 1.1 mmol/L).| Test again following the user guide for the correct glucose measurement process. If you see LO again, please call your medical doctor for advice immediately.

Customer Service

If you need assistance with your Easy Talk Glucose Monitoring System, please contact:

Home Aide Diagnostics, Inc.
1072 S. Powerline Rd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33442, USA
TEL: 1-800-915-0116
Hours: 9 am to 5 pm EST/Mon. to Fri.
Outside of these times, contact your healthcare professional for medical issues or advice.
For questions related to your health condition, please call your doctor or healthcare professional.

Limitations

  1. No neonatal use
    Do not sue for neonatal blood glucose testing.

  2. Hematocrit range
    Hematocrit in the range of 32~56% has been shown not to affect the glucose result. If you do not know your hematocrit level, consult your healthcare professional.

  3.  Hemoglobin range
    Hemoglobin levels of 500 mg/dL or below will not interfere with blood glucose test results.

  4. Elevated Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    Cholesterol levels up to 500 mg/dL (12.9 mmol/L) and Triglycerides up to 1000 mg/dL has been shown not to affect glucose results.

  5. Medications
    Interference was observed for therapeutic levels of L-DOPA.
    No interference was shown for uric acid, acetaminophen, ascorbic acid, and ibuprofen in normal therapeutic levels. However, higher concentrations in blood may cause incorrect results:
    Uric acid: >10.9 mg/dL; acetaminophen: >6.2 mg/dL;
    Ascorbic acid: >4.5 mg/dL; ibuprofen: >37.5 mg/dL.

  6. The test strips may be used at altitudes up to 5,280 feet (1,609 m) without any effect on test results.

  7. Persons suffering from severe dehydration should not be tested using a capillary whole blood sample.

  8. Test results below 70 mg/dL indicate low blood glucose (hypoglycemia). Test results greater than 240 mg/dL indicate high blood glucose (hyperglycemia). If you get results below 70 mg/dL or above 240 mg/dL, repeat the test, and if the results are still below 70 mg/dL or above 240 mg/dL, please consult your healthcare professional immediately.

  9. Inaccurate results may occur in severely hypotensive individuals or patients in shock. The inaccurate result may occur for individuals experiencing a hyperglycemic-hyperosmolar state, with or without ketosis. Critically ill patients should not be tested with a blood glucose meter.

Specifications

Test: Glucose
Sample: Whole Blood
Principle of the test method: Amperometric, glucose oxidase
Test sites: Fingertip, forearm
Measurement time: 6 seconds
Code required: No code device
Measurement Range: 20 ~600 mg/dL (1.1~33.3 mmol/L).
Batteries: 2 x AAA 1.5 V Alkaline 24A LR03
Operating Temperature: 10~40°C (50-104°F)
Humidity: 20~80% RH
Width: 48 mm
Length: 99 mm
Thickness: 14 mm
Weight: ~72g

Warranty Information

Your Easy Talk Glucose Meter is warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for one year from the date of the original purchase. This warranty does not cover device failure due to owner misuse or negligence, or normal wear and tear.
If you have a question about your Easy Talk Glucose Meter or this warranty, please contact:

Home Aide Diagnostics, Inc.
1072 S. Powerline Rd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33442, USA
TEL: 1-800-915-0116
Hours: 9 am to 5 pm EST/Mon. to Fri.
(Outside of these times, contact your healthcare professional) Reference:

  1. American Diabetes Association: Diabetes Care, January 2015, volume 38 (suppl. I), S8 – S16
  2. American Diabetes Association-Diabetes Forecast website information:
    http://www.forecast.diabetes.org/diabetes-101/hyperglycemia
    http://www.forecast.diabetes.org/diabetes-101/hypoglycemia

Home Aide Diagnostics, Inc.
1072 S. Powerline Road,
Deerfield Beach, FL 33442
1 (800) 915 – 0116
www.homeaide.us
11-62-0110-0003
V2-SEP21

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