FreeStyle 5 AC & DC Power Supply
The FreeStyle 5 is equipped with separate power
supplies for AC and DC operation.
The FreeStyle 5 includes the following:
1. AC power supply which operates on AC Power
between 100-240 volts, 50-60Hz.
2. Removable AC power cord
3. DC Power Supply which operates on DC Power
sources including 12V automobile accessory
outlets
AC POWER
AC power is for use at home or wherever standard
AC outlet power is available. The FreeStyle 5
is fully functional on AC power for use. The
FreeStyle 5 will also recharge the battery pack
if needed any time AC power is available. The
battery pack will recharge both if the unit is off or
on and in use.
WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT
EXTERNAL POWER WITHOUT A
BATTERY PACK INSTALLED IN THE
FREESTYLE OR FREESTYLE 5.
To connect the FreeStyle 5 to AC Power:
1. Connect the AC power supply to the power
connector inlet on the side of the FreeStyle 5.
Be sure to push inward so that the connection is
secure.
2. Connect the AC power cord to the inlet on the
power supply.
3. Connect the opposite end of the AC power cord
to the wall or other appropriate electrical outlet.
4. Ensure the green light on top of the AC power
supply is illuminated. This indicates that the
power supply is receiving power from the
outlet. If the green light is not illuminated,
check for secure connections and refer to the
troubleshooting section of this manual.
5. If the battery pack is in need of re-charge,
the battery status indicator lights should blink
accordingly to show charging (See Battery Pack
section).
6. Turn on the FreeStyle 5 by press the numeric
flow selection button of the pulse flow setting
prescribed by your physician to turn on the
device.
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