Accu-Chek Instant S
FAQ's
Specifications
<p>Dimensions: 77.3 × 48.6 × 16.0 mm (LWH)<br><br>Weight: Approx. 43 g (with batteries)</p>
<p>The meter shall operate reliably for a period of five years or 10,000 strip insertions for consumer use.</p>
<p>The Accu‑Chek Instant S meter has a fast test time of less than four seconds.</p>
<p>This system has been tested at altitudes up to 3,094 meters. Do not use this system at altitudes above 3,094 meters.</p>
Meter Settings
<p>No. The meter will retain the date and time settings for up to 40 seconds when the batteries are removed.</p>
<p>Yes they are stored in memory but are not accessible by the user. The memory stores up to 40 error codes. If the user would like to view this in the memory, they would need to call Customer Care to be walked through steps on how to obtain.</p>
<p>During our human factors testing, we discovered that there could be some confusion in misinterpreting an error with an actual test result if the meter is held upside down while viewing the display. We implemented this approach to showing error codes so as to eliminate any risk of misinterpretation.</p>
Test strips
<p>Yes, a clear protective barrier runs along the entire length of the test strip to protect the strip and chemistry. Blood applied to the opening along the end of the strip can be quickly pulled into the test strip.</p>
<p>No, the meter does not lock the user out once the test strips have expired.</p>
<p>The Accu‑Chek Instant S system was designed to assist users to easily conduct a test. Several features were designed for this purpose:<br><br>› Easy‑edge test strip has a wide application area compared to leading brands<br><br>› Strips are placed electrode end down in the vial, so that they can be inserted easily into the meter with minimal handling</p>
<p>The Accu‑Chek Instant strip is 28.2 mm x 5 mm.</p>
General Use
<p>Yes. Clean the meter to remove visible dirt or other material. Disinfect the meter between each patient use.</p>
<p>Battery life may vary due to factors such as temperature and battery manufacturer.</p>
<p>No, the Accu‑Chek Instant S meter is designed to ensure that the battery power level will not impact results given by the meter.</p>
<p>No. Memory is retained. Time and date will need to be reset if batteries are out longer than 40 seconds.<br><br>The meter must be connected to the diabetes management software in order to view all of the results stored in the memory and set the time and date.</p>
<p>The meter will retain the date and time settings for up 40 seconds when the batteries are removed.</p>
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