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Lancing Device Cleaning and Disinfecting

Cleaning and disinfecting the lancing device is a two step process. The first step is Cleaning. Cleaning
removes any blood, liquids, dust or dirt from the lancing device. Cleaning must be done before
Disinfecting. The second step is Disinfecting. Disinfecting removes most, but not all possible infectious
agents (bacteria or viruses) from the lancing device, including blood-borne pathogens.
Caution!
~ Clean and disinfect the lancing device at least once a week. Lancing device may be cleaned and
disinfected once a week for up to 3 years.
~ If blood gets on the lancing device, clean and disinfect it before anyone else touches it.
~ If someone is helping you test your blood or performs a test on you, do the cleaning and disinfecting before
allowing anyone else to handle it.
2. To Clean: Using ONLY Super Sani-Cloth Wipes (EPA* reg. no. 9480-4),
1. Wash hands thoroughly
with soap and water or thoroughly wipe the entire outside surface of the lancing device with one
wear disposable gloves. wipe. Discard the used wipe.
*Environmental Protection Agency
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3. Remove a fresh Super Sani-Cloth 4. To Disinfect: Using fresh
Wipe and thoroughly wipe the
entire outside surface of the
lancing device by wiping in
circles 3 times. Make sure that
you go over the entire lancing
device.
5. Gently pull back Arming Barrel
6. Wash hands
wipes, make sure that all thoroughly again.
outside surfaces of the lancing
device stay wet by patting
with the wipe for 2 minutes.
Discard used wipes. Let lancing
device air dry completely
before using.
and press the Trigger Button.
A click is heard if the lancing
device is working properly.
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