Cleaning and Disinfecting the Meter
Cleaning/disinfecting the meter housing
Use the solutions recommended on page 71 for cleaning/disinfecting the
meter exterior. Apply the solutions for a contact time of > 1 minute (refer
to the corresponding product labeling).
Ensure that the blue test strip guide cover remains tightly closed
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while cleaning the meter housing.
Do not let liquid accumulate near any opening.
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NOTICE
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Ensure that no liquid enters the meter when you clean
the exterior. If moisture enters the meter, it may cause
malfunction of the instrument.
1 With the meter turned off,
wipe the meter's exterior
clean.
2 With a fresh dry cloth or
lint-free tissue, wipe away
residual moisture and fluids
after cleaning the housing.
3 Allow wiped areas to dry for
at least 10 minutes before
performing a test.