Contour Next EZ User Guide (Pamphlet)
Blood Glucose Monitoring System
Uses only Contour®Next blood glucose test strips.
Online meter registration available at www.diabetes.ascensia.com or call our Customer Service.
USER GUIDE
Table of Contents
Intended Use
The Contour®Next EZ blood glucose monitoring system is an over-the-counter (OTC) device utilized for self-testing by persons with diabetes at home for the quantitative measurement of glucose in whole blood, is for single-patient use only, and should not be shared. The system is intended for self-testing outside the body (in vitro diagnostic use) and is to be used as an aid to monitor the effectiveness of diabetes control.
The Contour®Next EZ blood glucose monitoring system is indicated for use with fresh fingertip capillary whole blood samples. The clinical utility of this device is to aid in monitoring the effectiveness of your diabetes control program.
The Contour®Next EZ blood glucose monitoring system is not intended for the diagnosis of or screening for diabetes mellitus and is not intended for use on neonates.
Contour®Next Blood Glucose Test Strips are intended for self-testing by persons with diabetes for the quantitative measurement of glucose in whole blood samples.
The Contour®Next control solutions are aqueous glucose solutions intended for use in self-testing by people with diabetes as a quality control check to verify that the Contour®Next EZ system is working properly.
Important Safety Information
- Read your Contour®Next EZ meter user guide, the lancing device insert, and all instructional materials provided in your meter kit before testing. Please follow all instructions for use and care exactly as described to help avoid inaccurate results.
- Used test strips and lancets are possible biohazards and must be disposed of as medical waste.
- The meter and lancing device are for single patient use. Do not share them with anyone including other family members! Do not use on multiple patients!
- All parts of the kit are considered biohazardous and can potentially transmit infectious diseases, even after you have performed cleaning and disinfection.
- Always wash your hands well with soap and water and dry them well before and after testing, handling the meter, lancing device, or test strips.
- This device is not intended for use in healthcare or assisted-use settings such as hospitals, physician offices, or long-term care facilities because it has not been cleared by FDA for use in these settings.
- Use of this device on multiple patients may lead to transmission of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), Hepatitis C Virus (HCV), Hepatitis B Virus (HBV), or other bloodborne pathogens.
- Examine product for missing, damaged, or broken parts. If the test strip bottle is open inside the new box of strips, do not use those strips. Contact Customer Service for replacement parts.
1. Getting Started
Your Contour®Next EZ Meter
Thank you for choosing the Contour®Next EZ blood glucose monitoring system! We are proud to be your partner in helping you manage your diabetes.
Key meter components:
- Display — shows your test results, prompts, and messages.
- Up/Down Scroll Buttons — navigate through menu options and settings.
- Memory Button (M) — turns meter on/off and recalls test result memory; serves as the Enter button.
- Test Strip Port — insert the gray square end of the Contour®Next blood glucose test strip here.
Test strip:
- Gray Square End: insert this end into the test strip port.
- Sample Tip: blood sample is pulled in here.
Your Meter Display and Symbols
The picture in your printed user guide shows all the symbols that appear on your meter display. To view, with the meter off, press and hold ▲ or ▼. All display segments will appear for 10 seconds. While all characters are displayed, it is very important to verify they are fully shown. If there are missing segments, see Error Codes and Symbols.
| Symbol | What It Means |
|---|---|
| Date / Time | Top area on the display presenting date and time. |
| Pre-meal | Pre-meal result marker. |
| Post-meal | Post-meal result marker. |
| Logbook | Identifies a Logbook entry. |
| Reminder | Indicates a reminder has been set. |
| Result | Center area on the display that shows your test result or any error codes. |
| Strip Ready | The meter is ready to test. |
| Control | Control solution result marker. |
| Temp | Indicates it is too cold or too hot for your meter to test accurately. |
| Avg | Indicates Average. |
| mg/dL or mmol/L | Results unit. |
| 7 | Appears when viewing 7-day HI-LO summary. |
| Battery | Batteries are low and need to be changed; remains on display until batteries are changed. |
| 12 hr | Appears if the meter is in 12-hour setup. |
| Sound | Indicates sound is turned on. |
Your Meter Features
- Easy: The Contour®Next EZ blood glucose monitoring system is about simplicity. You will notice its simple approach the first time you see it.
- Automatic: Your meter is designed with No Coding technology, automatically coding itself every time you insert a Contour®Next Blood Glucose Test Strip. It will even tell you when a test strip is underfilled.
- Programmed: Preset at the factory with the standard date and time for your convenience. Your meter has been preset and locked to display results in mg/dL.
- Customizable: Allows you to set personal choices for some features — see Section 3, Setup and Use.
Note: Results in mg/dL will never have a decimal point. Results in mmol/L will always have a decimal point. Check your display to ensure that results are being displayed in mg/dL. If they are not, contact Customer Service.
- Always keep the test strips in the original bottle. Tightly close the bottle immediately after removing a test strip. Exposure to room humidity can damage your test strips and lead to inaccurate results.
- Test strips are for single use only. Do not use a test strip that appears damaged or has been used.
- Your test strip is designed to easily “sip” the blood into the sample tip. Do not drop blood directly on the flat surface of the test strip.
- Do not press the test strip against your finger when testing — this may block the sample tip.
- Let the meter and test strips adjust to the temperature where you are testing. Whenever the meter is moved from one location to another, allow approximately 20 minutes for the meter to adjust.
- Check the expiration dates on your test strips and control solution. Do not use expired strips or control solution.
2. Testing
- Have all the materials you will need ready before you begin testing: the meter, test strips, lancing device, and lancets. You will also need Contour®Next control solution to run a quality control check.
- The lancing device is intended for self-testing by a single patient. It must not be used on more than one person due to the risk of infection.
- Use a new lancet each time you test because it is no longer sterile after use.
- Do not perform a blood glucose test when the meter is connected to an external device, e.g., computer.
- Use only approved equipment from the manufacturer or certified body such as UL or TUV.
- The Contour®Next EZ blood glucose monitoring system has not been evaluated using capillary blood samples obtained from sites other than the fingertip.
- Use only Contour®Next Blood Glucose Test Strips with your Contour®Next EZ system.
Preparing the Test Strip and Lancing Device
Preparing the Test Strip
- Wash and dry your hands well before testing.
- Remove a Contour®Next Blood Glucose Test Strip from the bottle.
- Hold the test strip with the gray square end facing up.
- Insert the gray square end into the test strip port on the meter.
The meter will turn on. An image of a test strip with a flashing blood drop will appear letting you know the meter is ready to test.
Preparing the Lancing Device
The lancing device graphics in your printed guide are for illustration purposes only. Your lancing device may look different. Refer to your lancing device insert for detailed instructions.
The lancing device provided with your kit is intended for self-testing by a single patient. It must not be used on more than one person due to the risk of infection. Dispose of the used lancet as medical waste or as advised by your health care professional. Do not reuse lancets — use a new lancet each time you test.
- Remove the endcap from the lancing device.
- Loosen the round protective cap on a lancet by rotating the cap ¼ turn, but do not remove the cap.
- Insert the lancet firmly into the lancing device until the lancet comes to a complete stop.
- Twist off the round protective lancet cap.
- Replace the endcap.
- Adjust the endcap dial to your preferred puncture depth setting.
Fingertip Testing
- Press the lancing device firmly against the puncture site (the side of your fingertip) and press the release button.
- Stroke your hand and finger toward the puncture site to form a drop of blood. Do not squeeze around the puncture site.
- Touch the tip of the test strip to the drop of blood. The blood is pulled into the test strip.
- Hold the strip tip in the drop until the meter beeps.
- Your result is displayed after a 5-second countdown.
- To turn your meter off, remove the test strip. Dispose of the test strip as medical waste.
Understand Test Results
Blood sugar values vary depending on food intake, medication dosages, health, stress, or activity. Non-diabetic plasma glucose concentrations should be < 100 mg/dL in the fasting state and < 140 mg/dL in the post-prandial state. Consult with your health care professional for glucose values specific to your needs.
Cleaning and Disinfecting Your Meter
Cleaning is the removal of visible dirt and debris but does not kill germs. Disinfection kills most germs that may cause disease. The meter and lancing device should be cleaned and disinfected at least once per week.
Cleaning Your Meter
- Hold the meter with the test strip port facing down to keep liquid out.
- Wipe the outside of the meter with a slightly damp lint-free cloth and a mild detergent solution. Make sure no liquid enters the test strip port, the data port, or any opening in the meter.
- Dry the meter with a dry, clean lint-free cloth.
Cleaning and Disinfecting Your Lancing Device
Refer to the lancing device insert for the specific cleaning and disinfection procedure recommended for your device.
Test with Control Solution
Run a control solution test:
- When you use your meter for the first time;
- When you open a new bottle or package of test strips;
- If you suspect that the meter or test strips are not working properly;
- If you have repeated unexpected blood glucose results;
- If you drop the meter.
- Insert a test strip into the meter as you would for a blood glucose test.
- Shake the control solution bottle well, about 15 times, before each use.
- Squeeze a small drop of control solution onto a clean nonabsorbent surface. Do not apply control solution directly to your fingertip or to the test strip from the bottle.
- Touch the tip of the test strip to the drop of control solution.
- Hold the strip in the drop until the meter beeps. Your control solution result will display after a 5-second countdown and is automatically marked with the control symbol.
- Compare your result with the range printed on the test strip bottle or carton.
3. Setup and Use
Setting the Time, Date, and Sound
Your meter has been preset at the factory. To change settings:
- With the meter off, press and hold the M button until the meter turns on with the time flashing.
- Use ▲ or ▼ to adjust each value (hour, minute, AM/PM or 24-hour, month/day format, day, month, year).
- Press M after each value to confirm and move to the next.
- To turn sound on or off, follow the on-screen prompt and use ▲ or ▼ then press M.
Setting Basic (L-1) and Advanced (L-2) Modes
Your meter offers two modes: L-1 (Basic) for testing without markers, and L-2 (Advanced) which gives you access to meal markers, target ranges, reminders, and additional features.
- Press M to turn your meter on.
- Press and hold ▲ or ▼ for 3 seconds.
- L-1 will flash. Press ▲ or ▼ to change to L-2.
- Press M to set.
Customize LO, HI, and Reminder Settings
In Advanced (L-2) Mode, you can set personal LO and HI target alerts and a reminder interval (typically 2 hours by default) to remind you to run a post-meal test. Follow the on-screen prompts in the meter's settings menu to adjust each value using ▲ or ▼ and confirm with M.
Mark Your Test Results
After your blood glucose result is displayed, you can mark the result for context:
| Marker | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Pre-Meal | Marks a test result that was taken before a meal. |
| Post-Meal | Marks a test result that was taken after a meal. |
| Logbook | Marks the result as unique in some way — you should note details in your logbook. |
To set a marker: while the marker is flashing, press ▲ or ▼ to select, then press M to apply.
Transferring Results to a Computer
Your Contour®Next EZ meter can transfer results to a computer running diabetes management software using an approved data cable. Refer to your data management software documentation for compatibility and setup steps. Do not perform a blood glucose test while the meter is connected to an external device.
Viewing Basic and Advanced Mode Results
Your meter stores results in memory and lets you view averages and a 7-day HI-LO summary.
- With the meter off, press M to turn the meter on. Then press M again to enter memory.
- Use ▲ or ▼ to scroll through your stored results, averages, and the 7-day summary.
4. Technical, Service & Care
Error Codes and Symbols
| Code | Meaning | Action |
|---|---|---|
| E1 | Temperature out of range. | Move meter to operating range and retest. |
| E2 | There was a problem completely filling the test strip. | Retest using a new test strip. |
| E3 | The meter is sensing a used test strip or the wrong control solution was used. | Retest using a new test strip. |
| E11 | Abnormal result. | Retest using a new test strip. |
| Battery icon | Batteries are low and must be replaced. | See Replace the Batteries. |
If a problem cannot be resolved with these steps, call Customer Service at 1-800-348-8100.
Replace the Batteries
Your meter uses two 3-volt lithium batteries (DL2032 or CR2032). When the battery icon appears or stays on the display, replace the batteries promptly.
- Make sure your meter is off.
- Open the battery door on the back of the meter.
- Remove the old batteries by pressing on the top edge so that the battery pops out.
- Insert the new batteries with the positive (+) side up.
- Close the battery door securely.
After changing batteries, verify the date and time settings.
Meter Care
- Store the meter in the carrying case provided whenever possible.
- Avoid dropping or banging the meter.
- Keep the meter clean and dry.
- Operating temperature range: 41°F to 113°F (5°C to 45°C).
- Storage temperature range: 14°F to 122°F (−10°C to 50°C).
High and Low Blood Glucose
If your meter shows HI, your blood glucose may be over 600 mg/dL. If your meter shows LO, your blood glucose may be below 20 mg/dL.
- If your blood glucose reading is under the critical level you have established with your health care professional, follow their advice immediately.
- If your blood glucose reading is over the recommended limit set by your health care professional: wash and dry your hands well, retest with a new strip. If you get a similar result, follow your health care professional's advice immediately.
Meter Specifications
- Test sample: Fresh capillary whole blood from the fingertip.
- Test result: mg/dL or mmol/L (preset).
- Test time: 5 seconds.
- Memory: 480 results.
- Battery life: Approximately 1,000 tests (typical use).
- Display: Liquid Crystal Display.
- Operating temperature range: 41°F to 113°F.
Customer Service and Manufacturer Warranty
Your Contour®Next EZ meter is covered by a limited warranty. See your printed user guide and warranty card for full warranty terms. Customer Service is available 1-800-348-8100, Monday through Sunday, 8:00 am through 12:00 Midnight, Eastern Time.
Order Meter Kit Supplies
Order replacement supplies (test strips, control solutions, lancets) directly from shop.ascensiadiabetes.com or by calling Customer Service.
Contact Information
Customer Service: 1-800-348-8100
Monday through Sunday, 8:00 am through 12:00 Midnight, Eastern Time. If this is a medical emergency, please contact your health care professional or dial 911.
Distributed by:
Ascensia Diabetes Care US Inc.
5 Wood Hollow Road
Parsippany, NJ 07054
www.diabetes.ascensia.com
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