INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the iHealth Align Gluco-Monitoring System (BG1). Before using this product, please read the Owner’s Manual thoroughly. Regular monitoring of your blood glucose levels can help you and your doctor gain better control of your diabetes. Due to the meter’s compact size and simple operation, you can easily self-monitor your blood glucose levels anywhere, anytime.
CONTENTS OF THE iHealth Align GLUCO-MONITORING SYSTEM
Contents may vary based on the option purchased
- Align Blood Glucose Meter
- The Test Strip
- iHealth Lancing Device
- Lancet
- Clear Cap for Alternate Site Testing
- iHealth Control Solution(Level II) (usually not included, but available separately)
Testing
Download the App Prior to first use, download the free iHealth Gluco-Smart or MyVitals App to your mobile device from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. Follow the on-screen instructions to create your iHealth account.
Access the iHealth Cloud Account Your iHealth account also gives you access to the free and secure iHealth cloud service. Go to www.ihealthlabs.com and click “Sign In” for access once your account has been created.
Test blood glucose level
Step 1: Launch the App
Step 2: Connect the meter - Plug your meter into the headphone jack of your mobile device. The iHealth logo on the meter should be facing the same direction as the screen of your mobile device.
Note:
Do not twist your meter during the measurement process.
You might need to remove the case on your mobile device before connecting the meter.
Step 3: Insert the test strip into the meter’s strip port Make sure the red arrow marker on the test strip is facing the same direction as the iHealth logo on the meter.
Step 4: Prepare the lancing device
- Snap off the lancing device cap
- Insert a new lancet firmly into the lancing device holder cup
- Twist the lancet cover off Replace the lancing device cap
- Set the lancing level to your desired pressure level
- Cock the handle until it clicks
Step 5: Obtain a blood sample.
Press the lancing device against the site to be lanced and then press the release button to puncture the site. Gently squeeze the site until a drop of blood forms.
Step 6: Apply the blood sample to the test strip.
Quickly apply the blood sample to the absorbent hole on the tip of the test strip. Make sure the confirmation window of the test strip is completely filled with the blood sample, and remove your finger.
Step 7: Read the test results.
After approximately 5 seconds, your blood glucose result will appear on your mobile
device screen. The meter needs to remain connected to your mobile device during
testing and syncing.