Maintenance and Care
123
10 Maintenance and Care
Conditions for storage and shipping
All information given on maintenance and care of the
“base unit” in this chapter applies to both the
ACCU-CHEK Inform II Base Unit and the
ACCU-CHEK Inform II Base Unit Light.
General operating conditions
Please observe the following points to ensure the reliable
operation of your system over the long term:
n Handle the meter and its system components
carefully. Avoid dropping it or banging it.
n Protect the base unit from dripping liquid.
n Do not immerse the meter or base unit in any
liquid.
n Follow the instructions for cleaning and
disinfecting, beginning on page 124.
Observe the following safety information to ensure the
system functions properly. Improper handling can lead to
erroneous test results.
n Do not expose the meter to excessive sources of
heat for prolonged periods of time when
performing a test. Potential sources of heat can be,
but are not limited to:
– Leaving the meter under a bilirubin light or photo
therapy light
– Leaving the meter on a bed warmer
– Leaving the meter in an isolette
See Chapter 12 for operating and storage temperature
ranges.
Comments to this Manuals