Freestyle Libre Manual

Users Manual
FLASH GLUCOSE MONITORING SYSTEM
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Contents
Reader Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Indications for Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Contraindications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Getting to Know Your System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Reader Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Sensor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
FreeStyle Libre Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Setting up Your Reader for the First Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Using Your Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Applying Your Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Starting Your Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Checking Your Glucose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Adding Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Reviewing Your History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Logbook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Daily Graph . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Other History Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Removing Your Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Replacing Your Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Using Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Using the Built-in Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Blood Glucose Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Blood Ketone Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Control Solution Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Using the Rapid-Acting Insulin Calculator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Charging the Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Changing the Reader Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Living With Your FreeStyle Libre System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Maintenance and Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Reader Does Not Power On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Problems at the Sensor Application Site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Problems Starting Your Sensor or Receiving Sensor
Readings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Blood Glucose or Ketone Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Problems Checking Your Blood Glucose or Ketone . . . . . . . . 79
Perform a Reader Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Customer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Professional Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Changing Dose Increments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Setting up the Insulin Calculator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Easy Setup of the Insulin Calculator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Advanced Setup of the Insulin Calculator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Changing the Insulin Calculator Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
System Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102
Rapid-Acting Insulin Calculator Specifications . . . . . . . 106
Labelling Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Electromagnetic Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

Reader Symbols
Symbol What It Means
Active sensor
Direction your glucose is going. See Checking Your
Glucose section for more information
Caution
View previous/next screen
Notes
+ Add more information to notes
Food note
Rapid-acting insulin note
Time changed on Reader
Reminders
1

Symbol What It Means
Blood glucose or ketone test
Settings
Control solution test result
Rapid-acting insulin calculator
Details of your suggested insulin dose
Estimated rapid-acting insulin remaining in body
Low battery
Battery charging
Sensor too cold
Sensor too hot

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Important Safety Information
Indications for Use
The FreeStyle Libre Flash Glucose Monitoring System is indicated
for measuring interstitial fluid glucose levels in adults aged 18 years
and older. It is designed to replace blood glucose testing in the
self-management of diabetes with the exceptions listed below.
Under the following circumstances, use a blood glucose meter
to check the current glucose readings from the FreeStyle Libre Flash
Glucose Monitoring System Sensor:
During times of rapidly changing glucose levels, interstitial glucose
levels as measured by the Sensor and reported as current may not
accurately reflect blood glucose levels. When glucose levels are falling
rapidly, glucose readings from the Sensor may be higher than blood
glucose levels. Conversely when glucose levels are rising rapidly,
glucose readings from the Sensor may be lower than blood glucose
levels.
In order to confirm hypoglycaemia or impending hypoglycaemia as
reported by the Sensor.
If symptoms do not match the FreeStyle Libre Flash Glucose
Monitoring System reading. Do not ignore symptoms that may be
due to low blood glucose or high blood glucose.

Contraindications
The FreeStyle Libre Flash Glucose Monitoring System must be removed
prior to Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI).
WARNING:
The FreeStyle Libre Flash Glucose Monitoring System contains
small parts that may be dangerous if swallowed.
During times of rapidly changing glucose (more than 0.1 mmol/L
per minute), interstitial fluid glucose levels as measured by the
FreeStyle Libre Flash Glucose Monitoring System Sensor may not
accurately reflect blood glucose levels. Under these circumstances,
check the Sensor glucose readings by conducting a fingerstick test
using a blood glucose meter.
In order to confirm hypoglycaemia or impending hypoglycaemia
as reported by the FreeStyle Libre Flash Glucose Monitoring
System Sensor, conduct a fingerstick test using a blood glucose
meter.
Do not ignore symptoms that may be due to low or high blood
glucose. If you have symptoms that do not match the FreeStyle
Libre Flash Glucose Monitoring System reading or suspect that
your reading may be inaccurate, check the reading by conducting
a fingerstick test using a blood glucose meter. If you are
experiencing symptoms that are not consistent with your glucose
readings, consult your health care professional.

CAUTION:
On rare occasions, you may get inaccurate Sensor glucose
readings. If you believe your glucose readings are not correct
or are inconsistent with how you feel, perform a blood
glucose test on your finger to confirm your glucose. If the
problem continues, remove the current Sensor and apply a
new one.
Performance of the System when used with other implanted
medical devices, such as pacemakers, has not been
evaluated.
The Reader is for use by a single person. It must not be used
on more than one person including other family members
due to the risk of spreading infection. All parts of the Reader
are considered biohazardous and can potentially transmit
infectious diseases, even after performing the cleaning
procedure.

System-Related Information
The FreeStyle Libre Flash Glucose Monitoring System is designed to be
used only with FreeStyle Optium blood glucose and blood ketone test
strips and MediSense control solution.
Avoid getting dust, dirt, blood, control solution, water or other
substances in the Readers USB and test strip ports.
Physiologic differences between the interstitial fluid and capillary blood
may result in differences in glucose readings. Differences in glucose
readings between interstitial fluid and capillary blood may be observed
during times of rapid change in blood glucose, such as after eating,
dosing insulin or exercising.
Severe dehydration and excessive water loss may cause inaccurate
results. If you believe you are suffering from dehydration, consult your
health care professional immediately.

If you have a medical appointment that includes strong magnetic
or electromagnetic radiation, for example an X-ray, MRI (Magnetic
Resonance Imaging), or CT (Computed Tomography) scan, remove the
Sensor you are wearing and apply a new one after the appointment.
The effect of these types of procedures on the performance of the
system has not been evaluated.
The FreeStyle Libre Flash Glucose Monitoring System has not been
evaluated for use in pregnant women, persons on dialysis, or people
less than 18 years of age.

Getting to Know Your System
The FreeStyle Libre Flash Glucose Monitoring System has two main parts:
a handheld Reader and a disposable Sensor, which you wear on your
body. You use the Reader to wirelessly scan the Sensor and get your
glucose readings. The Reader also has a built-in blood glucose and ketone
meter, which works with FreeStyle Optium blood glucose and blood
ketone test strips.
IMPORTANT: Safety information about the

System is in this Users Manual. Read all of
the information in the Users Manual and the
FreeStyle Optium blood glucose and ketone
test strip instructions for use before using your
System.
Your System comes in a Reader Kit and a Sensor Kit. When opening your
kits, check that the contents are undamaged and that you have all parts
listed. If any parts are missing or damaged, contact Customer Service.

Reader Kit
The Reader Kit includes:
1 FreeStyle Libre Reader 1 Power Adapter Quick Start Guide
1 USB Cable Users Manual
Touchscreen
USB Port
Used to charge the Reader
and connect it to a computer.
Home Button
Turns the Reader on/off
and takes you to the
Test Strip Port Home screen from any
Insert a test strip here to use other screen.
the built-in meter.
The Reader is used to get glucose readings from your Sensor. It can store
approximately 90-days of glucose history and notes you enter about
activities, such as taking insulin, eating food, or exercising. This information
can help you understand how these activities affect your glucose.

Sensor Kit
The Sensor Kit includes:
1 Sensor Pack 1 Alcohol wipe
1 Sensor Applicator Product insert
Sensor Pack Sensor Applicator

Used with the Sensor Applicator to Applies the Sensor to your body.
prepare the Sensor for use.
The Sensor measures and stores glucose readings when worn on your
body. It initially comes in two parts: one part is in the Sensor Pack and
the other part is in the Sensor Applicator. By following the instructions,
you prepare and apply the Sensor on the back of your
upper arm. The Sensor has a small, flexible tip that is
inserted just under the skin. The Sensor can be worn
for up to 14 days.
Sensor
Measures your glucose while on your
body (only visible after applied).
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The Reader Home Screen provides access to information about your
glucose and the System. You can press the Home Button to get to the
Home Screen.
Home Screen
Time
Battery Level
Current time set on
the Reader. Battery charge remaining.
22:23
Ends in 14 days
Sensor Status Settings
Information about your Touch to change the
current Sensor. Readers settings.
Check Review
Check Glucose Glucose History
Touch to check your

Review History
Sensor glucose.
Touch to review information
about your past glucose
readings.
Reminder
Touch to set or change
reminders.
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The Sensor Glucose Readings screen appears after you use the Reader
to scan your Sensor. Your Reading includes your Current Glucose, a
Glucose Trend Arrow indicating which way your glucose is going, and a
graph of your current and stored glucose readings.
Sensor Glucose Readings

Message
Touch for more Add Notes
information. Touch to add notes to the
glucose reading.
Glucose Going
Low
Current Glucose
Glucose from your
latest scan. 21
4.0 mmol
L
Glucose Trend Arrow
Direction your
glucose is going.
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Rapid-Acting
9
Insulin Note
Food Note
3
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Glucose Graph
Graph of your current
and stored glucose
readings.
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FreeStyle Libre Software
FreeStyle Libre software can be used to view reports and change Reader
settings. The software is compatible with most Windows and Mac
operating systems. Go to www.FreeStyleLibre.com and follow onscreen
instructions to download and install the software.
INTENDED USE
FreeStyle Libre software is intended for use by individuals and
health care professionals to aid in the review, analysis, and
evaluation of information such as Sensor glucose readings,
blood glucose test results, blood ketone test results, and
other data uploaded from the FreeStyle Libre Flash Glucose
Monitoring System, in support of an effective diabetes health
management program.
FreeStyle Libre software is not intended for the diagnosis of
or screening for diabetes mellitus. Users should be aware that
FreeStyle Libre software is merely an information management
tool and it is therefore not intended to substitute for the
support of a health care professional. Individuals should always
consult their health care professional if they have any queries or
concerns about diabetes management.
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Setting up Your Reader for the First Time
Before using the System for the first time, the Reader must be set up.
Step Action
1 Press the Home Button to turn on the Reader.
2 If prompted, use the touchscreen to select your

preferred language for the Reader. Touch OK to
continue.
Note: Use the pad of your finger. Do NOT use
your fingernail or any other object on the screen.
3 Current Date S et the Current Date using the arrows on the

touchscreen. Touch next to continue.
14 June
2014
back next
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Step Action
4 Current Time S et the Current Time. Touch next to continue.
CAUTION: It is very important to set the time

12 00
and date correctly. These values affect the
Reader data and settings.
back next
5 Target Glucose
Range
? S et your Target Glucose Range. Work with your
health care professional to determine your Target
Glucose Range. Touch next to continue.
4.4 to 7.8 mmol
Note: Your Target Glucose Range is displayed

L
on glucose graphs on the Reader and used to

back next
calculate your Time In Target.
15

Step Action
6 The Reader now displays important information about two key

topics to help you use the system:
How to understand the Glucose Trend Arrow included on
the Glucose Reading screen.
How to return to the Home Screen from any other screen.
When you scan your Sensor
an arrow will indicate your
recent glucose trend:
Rising quickly While using the Reader, press

Rising the home button to return to
the Home screen.
Changing slowly
Falling
Falling quickly
Touch next to move to the
next topic. At the end of the
back next
Reader setup, touch done to
go to the Home Screen.
back done
Note: Charge the Reader if the battery level is low. Only use the USB cable
and power adapter included with the System.
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Using Your Sensor
CAUTIONS:
The Sensor Pack and Sensor Applicator are packaged as a
set (separately from the Reader) and have the same Sensor
code. Check that the Sensor codes match
before using your Sensor Pack and Sensor FreeStyle Libre
Applicator. Sensor Packs and Sensor Sensor Pack
Applicators with the same Sensor code CODE XXX
should be used together or your Sensor XXXXXXXXX
glucose readings may be incorrect. YYYY/MM
9/13
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which may not match how you feel. Follow the instructions
to select an appropriate application site.
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Applying Your Sensor
Step Action
1 pply Sensors only on the back of your upper

A
arm. Avoid areas with scars, moles, stretch marks
or lumps.
Select an area of skin that generally stays flat
during your normal daily activities (no bending
or folding). Choose a site that is at least 2.5 cm
(1 inch) away from an insulin injection site. To
prevent discomfort or skin irritation, you should
select a different site other than the one most
recently used.
2 lean application site with an alcohol wipe and

C
allow site to dry before proceeding. This helps
the Sensor stay attached to your body.
Note: The area MUST be clean and dry,
otherwise the Sensor may not stick to the site.
18

Step Action
3 Lid pen the Sensor Pack by peeling the lid off

O
completely. Unscrew the cap from the Sensor
Applicator and set the cap aside.

CAUTION: Do NOT use if the Sensor Pack or
Cap the Sensor Applicator seem to be damaged
or already opened. Do NOT use if past expiry
date.
4
Line up the dark mark on the Sensor Applicator
with the dark mark on the Sensor Pack. Press
firmly down on the Sensor Applicator until it
comes to a stop.
5 Lift the Sensor Applicator out of the Sensor Pack.
19

Step Action
6 T he Sensor Applicator is prepared and ready to

apply the Sensor.
CAUTION: The Sensor Applicator now

contains a needle. Do NOT touch inside the
Sensor Applicator or put it back into the
Sensor Pack.
7 lace the Sensor Applicator over the prepared

P
site and push down firmly to apply the Sensor to
your body.
CAUTION: Do NOT push down on the Sensor

Applicator until placed over prepared site to
prevent unintended results or injury.
20

Step Action
8 ently pull the Sensor Applicator away from your

G
body. The Sensor should now be attached to your
Sensor skin.
Note: Applying the Sensor may cause bruising
or bleeding. If there is bleeding that does not
stop, remove the Sensor, and apply a new one at
a different site.
9 ake sure the Sensor is secure after application.

M
Put the cap back on the Sensor Applicator.
Discard the used Sensor Pack and Sensor
Applicator according to local regulations.
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Starting Your Sensor
Step Action
1 Press the Home Button to turn on the Reader.
2 22:23
Touch Start New Sensor.
No Active Sensor
Start New Review

Sensor History
3 old the Reader within 4 cm (1.5 inches) of the

H
Sensor to scan it. This starts your Sensor. If sounds
are turned on, the Reader beeps when the Sensor
New Sensor OK has been successfully activated. The Sensor can
be used to check your glucose after 60 minutes.
Starting Up
Sensor can be used in:
60
minutes
Note: If the Sensor is not successfully scanned
within 15 seconds, the Reader displays a prompt
to scan the Sensor again. Touch OK to return to
the Home Screen and touch Start New Sensor
to scan your Sensor.
22

Checking Your Glucose
Step Action
1 22:23
T urn the Reader on by pressing
Ends in 14 days
the Home Button or touch

OR Check Glucose from the Home
Check Review
Glucose History
Screen.
2 old the Reader within 4 cm (1.5 inches) of your

H
Sensor to scan it. Your Sensor wirelessly sends
glucose readings to the Reader. If sounds are
turned on, the Reader beeps when the Sensor
has been successfully scanned.
Note: If the Sensor is not successfully scanned within 15
seconds, the Reader displays a prompt to scan the Sensor
again. Touch OK to return to the Home Screen and touch
Check Glucose to scan your Sensor.
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Step Action
3 The Reader displays your current glucose reading

along with your glucose graph and an arrow
Glucose Going
Low
21
4.0 mmol
L
indicating the direction your glucose is going.

15
3
14:00 18:00 22:00
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Sensor Glucose Readings
Glucose Going
Low
Glucose Trend Arrow
21
4.0 mmol
L
Current Glucose
15
9
Target Glucose Range
3
14:00 18:00 22:00
Notes:
The graph displays glucose readings up to 21 mmol/L. Glucose
readings above 21 mmol/L are displayed at 21 mmol/L.
The symbol may appear, indicating the Reader time was changed.
Gaps in the graph may result or glucose readings may be hidden.
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The Glucose Trend Arrow gives you an indication of the direction your
glucose is going.
Glucose is rising quickly

(more than 0.1 mmol/L per minute)
Glucose is rising
(between 0.06 and 0.1 mmol/L per minute)
Glucose is changing slowly

(less than 0.06 mmol/L per minute)
Glucose is falling
(between 0.06 and 0.1 mmol/L per minute)
Glucose is falling quickly

(more than 0.1 mmol/L per minute)
Note: The Glucose Trend Arrow may not always appear with your reading.
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The following table shows messages you may see with your glucose
readings.
Display What To Do
Low Glucose
If LO appears on the Reader, your reading is lower
than 2.2 mmol/L. If HI appears on the Reader, your
21
LO mmol
L
reading is higher than 27.8 mmol/L. You can touch
the message button for more information. Check
15
9 High Glucose your blood glucose on your finger with a test strip.
If you get a second LO or HI result, contact your
HI
3
14:00 18:00 22:00
mmol
L health care professional immediately.
21
15
3
14:00 18:00 22:00
Low Glucose If your glucose is higher than 13.3 mmol/L or

lower than 3.9 mmol/L, you will see a message
21
3.5 mmol
L
High Glucose
on the screen. You can touch the message button
for more information and set a reminder to check
your glucose.
15
16.1
9
3 mmol
14:00 18:00 22:00 L
21
15
3
14:00 18:00 22:00
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Display What To Do
Glucose Going
Low
If your glucose is projected to be higher than
13.3 mmol/L or lower than 3.9 mmol/L within 15
21
4.0 mmol
L
Glucose Going
minutes, you will see a message on the screen.
You can touch the message button for more
information and set a reminder to check your
15 High
13.2
9
3
14:00 18:00 22:00
mmol
L
glucose.
21
15
3
14:00 18:00 22:00
Note: If you are not sure about a message or reading, contact your
health care professional before you do anything.
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Adding Notes
Notes can be saved with your glucose readings. You can add a note at
the time of your glucose reading or within 15 minutes after your reading
was obtained. You can track food, insulin, exercise and any medication
you take.
Step Action
1 Glucose Going
Low
F rom the Glucose Reading screen, add notes
by touching the symbol in the upper right
21
4.0 mmol
L corner of the touchscreen. If you do not want to
15 add notes, you can press the Home Button to go
9
3
to the Home Screen or hold the Home Button to
14:00 18:00 22:00
turn the Reader off.
2 Add Notes OK
S elect the tickbox next to the notes you would
Rapid-Acting
Insulin
like to add. Touch the down arrow to view other
Long-Acting
Note options.
Insulin
Food
1/4
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Step Action
3 Add Notes OK After you tick the box for food and
insulin notes, the + symbol appears
Rapid-Acting
Insulin +
to the right of the Note. You can touch
Long-Acting
Insulin + Enter Rapid-Acting OK
Insulin it to add more specific information to
Food
+ your note. Then touch OK.
Insulin notes: Enter the number of
1/4
units
units taken.
Food notes: Enter grams or carb
portion information.
Note: Food and rapid-acting insulin notes are shown
on your glucose graphs and in your Logbook as symbols.
4 Add Notes OK
T ouch OK to save your Notes.
Rapid-Acting
Insulin +
Long-Acting
Insulin +
Food
+
1/4
You can review your Notes from the Logbook. See Reviewing Your History
section for more information.
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Reviewing Your History
Reviewing and understanding your glucose history can be an important
tool for improving your glucose control. The Reader stores about 90 days
of information and has several ways to review your past glucose readings,
notes, and other information.
Step Action
1 Check Glucose
ress the Home Button to turn on
P
the Reader. Press the Home Button
Scan Sensor to check
glucose.
again to go to the Home Screen.
2 22:23
Ends in 14 days
Touch the Review History icon.
Check Review
Glucose History
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Step Action
3 Review History Use the arrows to view the available options.

Logbook
Daily Graph
Daily Patterns
Average Glucose
Time In Target
1/2
Low-Glucose Events
Sensor Usage
IMPORTANT: Work with your health care professional

to understand your glucose history.
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The Logbook and Daily Graph show detailed information, while other
history options show summaries of information over a number of days.
Logbook
Logbook OK Entries for each time you scanned your Sensor
23 Feb or performed a blood glucose or ketone test.
7.9
If you entered Notes with a glucose reading,
10:23
23 Feb
5.4
06:37
22 Feb
the symbol appears in that row. For more
6.0
23:09
mmol/L information about the symbols, see Reader Symbols
section.
Touch the entry to review the detailed information,
including any Notes you entered. You can add or
edit (change) Notes for the most recent Logbook
entry, provided your glucose reading was within
the last 15 minutes and you have not used
FreeStyle Libre software to create reports.
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Daily Graph
Daily Graph OK A graph of your Sensor glucose readings by day.
The graph shows your Target Glucose Range and
(mmol/L)
21
15
symbols for food or rapid-acting insulin notes you
9
3
have entered.
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Notes:
The graph displays glucose readings up to
22 Feb
Wednesday
21 mmol/L. Glucose readings above 21 mmol/L

are displayed at 21 mmol/L.
You might see gaps in the graph during
times when you have not scanned at least
once in 8 hours.
The symbol may appear indicating the
Reader time was changed. Gaps in the graph
may result or glucose readings may be hidden.
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Other History Options
Use the arrows to view information about your last 7, 14, 30 or 90 days.
Average Glucose OK Information about the average of your Sensor

Average: 6.6 mmol/L
glucose readings. The overall average for the time
8.4
7.4
is displayed above the graph. The average is also
6.7
3.8 shown for four different 6-hour periods of the day.
Readings above or below your Target Glucose
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Range are orange, while readings in range are blue.

Last 7 Days
Average Glucose
Daily Patterns OK A graph showing the pattern and variability of your

(mmol/L)
21 Sensor glucose over a typical day. The thick black
15
line shows the median (midpoint) of your glucose
9
3
readings. The gray shading represents a range
00:00 12:00 24:00
(10-90 percentiles) of your Sensor readings.
Last 7 Days
Note: Daily Patterns needs at least 5 days of
Daily Patterns glucose data.
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Time In Target OK A graph showing the percentage of time your
Above 34%
Sensor glucose readings were above, below or
In Target 54% within your Target Glucose Range.
Below 12%
Target Range
4.4-10.0 mmol/L
Last 7 Days
Time In Target
Low Glucose OK Information about the number of low glucose

events measured by your Sensor. A low glucose
Events
Total Events: 10
6 event is recorded when your Sensor glucose
1
0
3
reading is lower than 3.9 mmol/L for longer
00:00 12:00 24:00
than 15 minutes. The total number of events
Last 7 Days
is displayed above the graph. The bar graph
Low Glucose Events
displays the low glucose events in four different
6-hour periods of the day.
Sensor Usage OK
Information about how often you scan your Sensor.
Scans Per 5 The Reader reports an average of how many
Day
Sensor Data
times you scanned your Sensor each day and the
Captured 100% percentage of possible Sensor data the Reader
recorded from your scans.
Last 7 Days
Sensor Usage
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Removing Your Sensor
Step Action
1 ull up the edge of the adhesive that keeps your

P
Sensor attached to your skin. Slowly peel away
from your skin in one motion.
Note: Any remaining adhesive residue on the
skin can be removed with warm soapy water or
isopropyl alcohol.
2 iscard the used Sensor according to local regulations. See

D
Maintenance and Disposal section.
When you are ready to apply a new Sensor, follow the
instructions in the Applying Your Sensor and Starting Your Sensor
sections. If you removed your last Sensor before 14 days of use,
you will be prompted to confirm that you would like to start a
new Sensor when you first scan it.
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Replacing Your Sensor
Your Sensor automatically stops working after 14 days of wear and
must be replaced. You should also replace your Sensor if you notice any
irritation or discomfort at the application site or if the Reader reports a
problem with the Sensor currently in use. Taking action early can keep
small problems from turning into larger ones.
CAUTION: If the glucose readings from the FreeStyle Libre Flash

Glucose Monitoring System do NOT seem to match with how
you feel, check to make sure that your Sensor has not come
loose. If the Sensor tip has come out of your skin, or your Sensor
is coming loose, remove the Sensor and apply a new one.
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Using Reminders
You can use Reminders to help you remember to check your glucose, take
insulin or as a general alarm.
Step Action
1 22:23
Ends in 14 days From the Home Screen, touch the symbol.
Check Review
Glucose History
2 Set Reminder T ouch to select which Type of reminder you want

Type Alarm
to set: Check Glucose, Take Insulin or Alarm.
Repeat Daily
Time XX:XX
cancel save
3 T ouch to select how often you want the reminder to Repeat:

Once, Daily, or Timer.
Note: You can set the reminders for a specific time (e.g. 08:30)
or as a timer (e.g. 3 hours from the current time).
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Step Action
4 S et the reminder Time using the arrows on the touchscreen.

Touch save.
5 Reminders F rom the Reminders screen, you can turn the

08:30 On
reminder On/Off or add new reminders.
12:30 Off Touch done to return to the Home Screen.
00:00:00 On
add new done
Reminder When reminders are On, the next reminder time

appears next to the reminder symbol on the
08:30
Home Screen.
Alarm
snooze
15 min OK
For example, 08:30
Your reminder comes on even if the Reader is

turned off. Touch OK to dismiss your reminder or
snooze to be reminded again in 15 minutes.
Note: Reminders will not appear if the Reader is
connected to a computer.
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Using the Built-in Meter
The Reader has a built-in meter that can be used to test your blood
glucose and blood ketone or to test the meter and strips with control
solution.
WARNING: Do NOT use the built-in meter while the Reader is

connected to an electrical outlet or a computer.
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IMPORTANT:
Use the Reader within the test strip operating temperature
range as blood glucose and ketone results obtained outside
the range may be less accurate.
Use only FreeStyle Optium test strips.
Use a test strip immediately after removing from its foil
packet.
Only use a test strip once.
Do not use expired test strips as they may cause inaccurate
results.
Do not use a wet, bent, scratched, or damaged test strip.
Do not use the test strip if the foil packet has a hole or is torn.
Results from the built-in meter are shown only in your
Logbook and not in other history options.
Refer to your lancing device instructions for use for how to
use your lancing device.
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Blood Glucose Testing
You can use the built-in meter to check your blood glucose, whether you
are wearing a Sensor or not. You can perform a blood glucose test on
your fingertip or approved alternate site. Be sure to read the test strip
instructions for use prior to using the built-in meter.
Step Action
1
CAUTION: If you think you have low
glucose (hypoglycaemia) or you suffer from
hypoglycaemia unawareness, test on your
fingers.
ash your hands and the test site with warm

W
soapy water for accurate results. Thoroughly dry
your hands and the test site. To warm the site,
apply a warm dry pad or rub vigorously for a few
seconds.
Note: Avoid areas near bones and areas
with lots of hair. If a bruise forms, consider
selecting another site.
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Step Action
2 Check the test strip expiry date.

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March 31, 2016
3 pen the foil test strip packet at the notch and

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tear down to remove the test strip. Use the test

4C
Sensor Electrode
Blood Glucose
Range Road
Made in UK.
strip immediately after removing from the foil

packet.
4 I nsert the test strip with the three black lines at

the end facing up. Push the strip in until it stops.
5 Apply Blood se your lancing device to obtain a blood drop

U
and apply blood to the white area at the end of
the test strip.
If sounds are turned on, the Reader beeps once
to let you know you have applied enough blood.
Note: See test strip instructions for use for
re-application instructions.
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Step Action
You will see a butterfly on the screen while you

wait for your result. If sounds are turned on, the
Reader beeps once when your result is ready.
6 After reviewing your result, remove and discard the used test
strip according to local regulations.
IMPORTANT: After performing a blood glucose test,

wash your hands and the test site with soap and water
and thoroughly dry them.
22:23
Your Blood Glucose Results
Blood glucose results are marked on the
7.9 mmol
L
results screen and in the Logbook with the
symbol.
Note: Contact your health care professional
if you have symptoms that do not match your
test results.
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Display What To Do
Low Glucose If LO appears on the Reader, your result is lower

than 1.1 mmol/L. If HI appears on the Reader, your
LO mmol
L result is higher than 27.8 mmol/L. You can touch
the message button for more information. Check
High Glucose
your blood glucose again with a test strip. If you

HI mmol
L
get a second LO or HI result, contact your health
care professional immediately.
Low Glucose If your glucose is higher than 13.3 mmol/L or

lower than 3.9 mmol/L, you will see a message
3.5 mmol
L
High Glucose
on the screen. You can touch the message button
for more information and set a reminder to check
your glucose.
16.1 mmol
L
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After you get your blood glucose result, you can add Notes by touching
the symbol. If you do not want to add a Note, press the Home Button
to go to the Home Screen or hold the Home Button to turn the Reader off.
Blood Ketone Testing

You can use the built-in meter to check your blood ketone
(-hydroxybutyrate). It is important to consider doing this when:
You are sick
Your glucose is higher than 13.3 mmol/L
You and your health care professional decide you should
Note: Be sure to read the test strip instructions for use prior to
performing a ketone test.
Step Action
1 ash your hands with warm soapy water for

W
accurate results. Thoroughly dry your hands.
To warm the site, apply a warm dry pad or rub
vigorously for a few seconds.
Note: Use only fingertip samples for blood
ketone testing.
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Step Action

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strip immediately after removing from the foil

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Blood Glucose
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packet.
4 Note: Use only blood ketone test strips. Do not

put urine on the test strip.
I nsert the test strip with the three black lines
facing up. Push the strip in until it stops.
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Step Action
5 Apply Blood se your lancing device to obtain a blood drop

U
and apply blood to the white area at the end of
the test strip.
Ketone Test
to let you know you have applied enough blood.
Note: See test strip instructions for use for
re-application instructions.

wait for your result. If sounds are turned on, the
Reader beeps once when your result is ready.
6 After reviewing your result, remove and discard the used test
strip according to local regulations.
IMPORTANT: After performing a blood ketone test,

wash your hands with soap and water and thoroughly
dry them.
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22:23
Your Blood Ketone Results
Blood ketone results are marked on the results
0.4 mmol
L
screen and in the Logbook with the word Ketone.
Ketone Test
Notes:
Blood ketone is expected to be lower than 0.6 mmol/L.
Blood ketone may be higher when you are sick, fasting, have
exercised hard or if glucose levels are not controlled.
If your blood ketone result remains high or becomes higher than
1.5 mmol/L, contact your health care professional immediately.
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Display What To Do
High Ketone If your blood ketone is high, you will see a

message on the screen. You can touch the
1.7 mmol
L
message button for more information.
Ketone Test
High Ketone
If HI appears on the Reader, your ketone result is
higher than 8 mmol/L. You can touch the message
HI mmol
L
button for more information. Repeat the ketone
test with a new test strip. If you get a second
Ketone Test
HI result, contact your health care professional
immediately.
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Control Solution Testing
You should do a control solution test when you are not sure of your test
strip results and want to check that your Reader and test strips are working
properly. You can do a control solution test with a blood glucose or ketone
test strip.
IMPORTANT:
Control solution results should fall within the control
solution range printed on the test strip instructions for use.
Do NOT use control solution past the expiry date. Discard
control solution 3 months after opening.
The control solution range is a target range for control
solution only, not for your blood glucose or ketone results.
The control solution test does not reflect your blood glucose
or ketone levels.
Use only MediSense glucose and ketone control solution.
Check that the LOT number printed on the test strip foil
packet and instructions for use match.
Replace the cap securely on the bottle immediately after use.
Do NOT add water or other liquid to the control solution.
Contact Customer Service for information on how to obtain
control solution.
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Step Action
1 22:23
Ends in 14 days
F rom the Home Screen, touch the Settings
symbol . Touch Control Solution Test to do
a control solution test.
Check Review
Glucose History
Settings
Sounds
Target Range
Control Solution Test
1/3

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Step Action
4 I nsert the test strip with the three black lines

facing up. Push the strip until it stops.
5 Apply Control Solution S hake the control solution bottle to mix the
solution. Apply a drop of control solution to the
white area at the end of the test strip.
to let you know that you have applied enough
control solution.
wait for the result. If sounds are turned on, the
Reader beeps once when the result is ready.
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22:23 Control Solution Results
Compare the control solution result to the
5.6 mmol
L
range printed on the test strip instructions
for use. The result on your screen should be
in this range.
Control solution results are marked on
the results screen and in the Logbook
with a symbol.
Blood Glucose Control
Solution Test
22:23 Note: Repeat the control solution test if the

results are outside of the range printed on
0.4 mmol
L
the test strip instructions for use. Stop using
the built-in meter if the control solution
results are repeatedly outside of the printed
range. Contact Customer Service.
Ketone Control
Solution Test
Ketone Control Solution Test
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Using the Rapid-Acting Insulin Calculator
This optional feature requires an understanding of the use of insulin.
Misuse or misunderstanding of this feature and the suggested dose
may lead to inappropriate insulin dosing. The calculator suggests
doses for rapid-acting insulin only. The calculator is only for use with
fingerstick blood glucose results from the built-in meter. You cannot
use the insulin calculator with Sensor glucose readings.
An access code is required to set up or change the rapidacting

insulin calculator settings. This access code is available only
to your health care professional. Work with your health care
professional to set up or change the calculator for you.
If you are not sure about the calculators suggested dose, you can adjust it
based on instructions from your health care professional.
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CAUTION: The rapid-acting insulin calculator cannot account
for all the factors that may affect your insulin dose. These
include incorrectly entered data, incorrectly set date or time,
un-logged insulin, smaller or larger meals, sickness, exercise,
etc. It is important that you review your suggested dose and
account for these factors before taking insulin.
If you have added a rapid-acting insulin note to a glucose result without

indicating how much insulin you took, the calculator will not be available
for up to 8 hours.
Step Action
1 22:23
T est your blood glucose on your finger. Touch
Insulin Calculator from the blood glucose
7.9 mmol
L results screen. You can also access the insulin
calculator by touching the calculator icon next
to Rapid-Acting Insulin from the Add Notes
screen.
Insulin Calculator
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Step Action
2 Have you forgotten

to log any rapid-acting
E nter information about any
insulin you have taken
since X:XX? rapid-acting insulin you may have
Enter any rapid-
acting insulin you
? forgotten to log. Touch next.
have forgotten to log.
no yes
2
units
How long ago was ?

back next
the unlogged dose of
rapid-acting insulin?
15
minutes or less
back next
Notes:
You have up to 15 minutes after testing your blood glucose to access
the calculator. If the Reader turns off or if you have navigated away
from the result screen, you can go to the Logbook and touch add or
edit notes to access the calculator from your last blood glucose entry.
If your blood glucose result is below 3.3 mmol/L, the calculator is not
available.
Do not use control solution to obtain a suggested dose.
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Step Action
3 Breakfast I f your calculator was programmed with Easy

Lunch
Setup, touch the meal you plan to eat now. Touch
Dinner
next.
No meal
back next
Or
Enter Carbs ? If your calculator was programmed with

Advanced Setup, enter the grams of
20
grams
carbohydrates or carbohydrate portions you
plan to eat now. Touch done.
back done
Or
Enter carb portions ?
2.0
carb. portions
= 30g carbs
back done
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Step Action
4 Suggested Dose eview your suggested dose. If needed, use the

R
Adjust if needed
arrow buttons to adjust your suggested dose for
any planned activity, a smaller or larger meal,
12u sickness, etc. Touch the symbol to see details
of what is included in your suggested dose.
User change:
+2.0
back log dose
Insulin to cover your meal

Dose Details OK
Insulin to correct for your current

For breakfast 9 glucose level
For 7.9 mmol/L +2
Active insulin -1
User change +2 Insulin remaining in your body
Total 12u A change you have made to the
suggested insulin dose
Your total suggested dose
1/2
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Step Action
5 T ouch log dose to save to your Logbook and take your dose.
Your dose is only saved to the Logbook if you touch log dose.
CAUTION: It is important to log all your rapid-acting

insulin doses so your Reader can account for active
insulin when calculating your suggested doses. Failure
to log all your rapid-acting insulin doses may result in a
suggested dose that is too high.
Note: The total dose is rounded up or down to the nearest

whole number unless your health care professional has
changed your Reader to count by half unit steps.
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22:23
Ends in 3 days
If your health care professional turned on the Active
Insulin feature, the symbol may appear on your
Home Screen. It shows an estimate of the amount of
Check Review rapid-acting insulin left in your body and how much
Glucose History
longer it may be active. Touch the symbol to see
08:30
more information about the remaining rapid-acting
insulin from your logged doses.
Estimated percentage of active insulin remaining in your body
No symbol
100-87% 86-62% 61-37% 36-12% 11-1% 0%
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Charging the Reader
A fully charged Reader battery should last up to 7 days. Your battery life
may vary depending OK
on your usage. A Low Battery message accompanies
yourLowresult
Battery
when you have enough charge remaining for about one day of
use.Please charge the Reader to
continue using it.
Plug the included USB cable into an electrical

outlet using the included power adapter. Then,
plug the other end of the USB cable into the USB
port on the Reader.
CAUTION: Be sure to select a location for
charging that allows the power adapter to be
easily unplugged.
Charging
Notes:
You must charge the Reader when the battery
is low to keep using the Reader.
To fully charge the battery, charge the Reader
for at least 3 hours.
Only use the USB cable and power adapter
included with the system.
Fully charge your Reader before storing it for
more than 3 months.
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Changing the Reader Settings
You can go to the Settings menu to change many settings on the Reader,
like Time & Date or Sounds. The Settings menu is also where you go to do
a Control Solution Test or to check the System Status.
Step Action
1 22:23
Ends in 14 days
T o get to the Settings menu, touch the Settings
symbol on the Home Screen.
Check Review
Glucose History
Settings
Sounds
Target Range
1/3
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Step Action
2 Touch the setting you want to change:

Sounds Set tones and vibrations
Target Range Set range displayed on Reader
glucose graphs
Control Solution Test Perform a Control Solution test
Time & Date Change the Time or Date
Language Change the language on the Reader (option only
available on Readers with multiple languages)
System Status Check Reader information and performance
View System Information: The Reader will display information
about your System including:
- Current Sensor end date and time
- Reader serial number and version number
- Serial numbers of most recent Sensors (up to three)
- Sensor version for most recent Sensor
- Number of Sensors that have been used with Reader
- Number of tests that have been performed using test strips
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Step Action
2 View Event Logs: A list of events recorded by the

(cont.) Reader, which may be used by Customer Service to help
troubleshoot your System
Perform a Reader Test: The Reader Test will perform internal
diagnostics and allow you to check that the Display is
showing all pixels, Sounds (including both tones and
vibrations) are working and the Touchscreen is responding
when touched
Calculator Settings Review the currently programmed
settings (option only available if your health care professional
has activated your insulin calculator)
Reader Basics Review the information screens shown
during the Reader setup
Professional Options Set by health care professionals only
Touch OK when you are done.
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Living With Your FreeStyle Libre System
Your FreeStyle Libre Flash Glucose Monitoring System can be used during
a wide variety of activities.
Activity What You Need To Know
Bathing, The Reader is not water-resistant and should
Showering and NEVER be submerged in water or other liquids.
Swimming Your Sensor is water-resistant and can be worn
while bathing, showering or swimming.
Note: Do NOT take your Sensor deeper than
1 metre (3 feet) or immerse it longer than 30
minutes in water.
Sleeping Your Sensor should not interfere with your sleep.

It is recommended that you scan your Sensor
before going to sleep and when you wake up
because your Sensor holds 8 hours of data at a
time.
If you have reminders set to go off while you are
sleeping, place the Reader nearby.
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Activity What You Need To Know
Travelling by Air Check with the airline prior to departure as rules
and regulations may change without notice.
Follow these guidelines when travelling:
Notify security personnel of the presence of the
device when going through security systems.
Do not scan your Sensor or power on the Reader
using the Home Button while flying, if restricted
by flight regulations. You may insert a strip to
perform a blood glucose or ketone test.
Note: If you are changing time zones, you can
change the time and date settings on the Reader
by touching the Settings symbol from the
Home Screen, then Time & Date. Changing
the time and date affects the graphs, statistics,
and settings programmed by time of day. The
symbol may appear on your glucose graph
indicating the Reader time was changed. Gaps in
the graph may result, or glucose readings may be
hidden.
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Maintenance and Disposal
Cleaning
You may clean the Reader using a cloth dampened with a mixture of
1 part household bleach to 9 parts water. Gently wipe the exterior of
the Reader and allow to air dry.
CAUTION: Do NOT place the Reader in water or other liquids.

Avoid getting dust, dirt, blood, control solution, water or any
other substance in the test strip or USB ports.
Maintenance
The FreeStyle Libre Flash Glucose Monitoring System has no serviceable
parts.
Disposal
This product should be disposed of in accordance with all applicable local
regulations related to the disposal of electronic equipment, batteries,
sharps, and materials potentially exposed to body fluids.
Contact Customer Service for further information on the appropriate
disposal of system components.
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Troubleshooting
This section lists problems or observations that you may have, the possible
cause(s) and recommended actions. If the Reader experiences an error, a
message will appear on the screen with directions to resolve the error.
Reader Does Not Power On
Problem What It May Mean What To Do
Reader does not Reader battery is Charge the Reader.
power on after too low.
you press the
Home Button or
insert a test strip.
Reader is outside Move the Reader to a

of its operating temperature between
temperature range. 10 C and 45 C and then
try to power it on.
If the Reader still does not power on after trying these steps, contact
Customer Service.
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Problems at the Sensor Application Site
The Sensor is The site is not free 1. Remove the Sensor.
not sticking of dirt, oil, hair or 2. Consider shaving and/or
to your skin. sweat. cleaning the site with soap
and water.
3. Follow the instructions in
Applying and Starting Your
Sensor sections.
Skin irritation Seams or other Ensure that nothing rubs on the

at the Sensor constrictive clothing site.
application or accessories
site. causing friction at
the site.
You may be sensitive If the irritation is where the

to the adhesive adhesive touches skin, contact
material. your health care professional to
identify the best solution.
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Problems Starting Your Sensor or Receiving Sensor
Readings
Display What It May Mean What To Do
New Sensor Sensor is not ready Wait until the 60 minute Sensor
Starting Up to read glucose. start-up period has completed.
Scan The Reader is not Hold the Reader within

Timeout held close enough 4 cm (1.5 inches) of the Sensor.
to the Sensor. Bring the screen of the Reader
close to the Sensor.
Sensor The Sensor life has Apply and start a new Sensor.
Ended ended.
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New Sensor You scanned a new Your Reader can only be used
Found Sensor before your with one Sensor at a time. If
previous Sensor you start a new Sensor, you will
ended. no longer be able to scan your
old Sensor. If you would like to
begin using the new Sensor,
select Yes.
Scan Error The Reader Try scanning again.

was unable to Note: You may need to move
communicate with away from potential sources of
the Sensor. electromagnetic interference.
Sensor Error The System is Scan again in 10 minutes.

unable to provide a
glucose reading.
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Glucose Your Sensor is too Move to a location where the
Reading hot or too cold. temperature is appropriate and
Unavailable scan again in a few minutes.
Sensor The Sensor was A Sensor can only be scanned

Already in started by another by the Reader that started it.
Use Reader. Scan the Sensor again with the
Reader that started it. Or, apply
and start a new Sensor.
Check Sensor The sensor tip may Try to start your Sensor again. If
not be under your Reader displays Check Sensor
skin. again, your Sensor was not
applied properly. Apply and
start a new Sensor.
Replace The System has Apply and start a new Sensor.

Sensor detected a problem
with your Sensor.
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Blood Glucose or Ketone Error Messages
Error
What It May Mean What To Do
Message
E-1 The temperature is

too hot or too cold
1. Move the Reader and test
strips to a location where the
for the Reader to temperature is within the test
work correctly. strip operating range. (See
test strip instructions for use
for the appropriate range).
2. Wait for the Reader and test
strips to adjust to the new
temperature.
3. Repeat the test using a new
test strip.
4. If the error reappears, contact
Customer Service.
E-2 Reader error. 1. Turn off the Reader.

test strip.
Customer Service.
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Error
Message
E-3 Blood drop is too

small.
1. Review the testing
instructions.
or 2. Repeat the test using a new
test strip.
Incorrect test 3. If the error reappears, contact
procedure. Customer Service.
or
There may be a
problem with the test
strip.
E-4 The blood glucose

level may be too high
test strip.
to be read by the 2. If the error reappears, contact
system. your health care professional
or immediately.
There may be a
problem with the test
strip.
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Error
Message
Blood was applied 1. Review the testing

E-5 to the test strip too instructions.
soon. 2. Repeat the test using a new
test strip.
Customer Service.
The test strip may not 1. Check that you are using
E-6 be compatible with the correct test strip for
the Reader. the Reader. (See test strip
instructions for use to verify
your strip is compatible with
the Reader).
2. Repeat the test using a test
strip for use with your Reader.
Customer Service.
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Error
Message
E-7 Test strip may be

damaged, used or
1. Check that you are using
the correct test strip for
the Reader does not the Reader. (See test strip
recognise it. instructions for use to verify
your strip is compatible with
the Reader).
2. Repeat the test using a test
strip for use with your Reader.
Customer Service.
E-9 Reader error. 1. Turn off the Reader.

test strip.
Customer Service.
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Problems Checking Your Blood Glucose or Ketone
The Reader Test strip is not 1. With the 3 black lines facing
does not inserted correctly up, insert the test strip into
start a or not inserted fully the strip port until it stops.
test after into the strip port. 2. If the Reader still does not
inserting a start a test, contact Customer
test strip. Service.
Reader battery is too Charge the Reader.

low.
The test strip is Insert a new FreeStyle Optium

damaged, used or test strip.
unrecognisable by
the Reader.
Reader is outside Move the Reader to a

of its operating temperature between 10 C and
temperature range. 45 C and then try to power it
on.
Reader is in a power Press the Home Button then

saving mode. insert a test strip.
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The test Blood sample is too 1. See test strip instructions
does not small. for use for re-application
start after instructions.
applying 2. Repeat the test using a new
the blood test strip.
sample. 3. If the test still does not start,
contact Customer Service.
Sample applied after 1. Review the testing

the Reader turned instructions.
off. 2. Repeat the test using a new
test strip.
3. If the test still does not start,
Problem with 1. Repeat the test using a new

Reader or test strip. test strip.
2. If the test still does not start,
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Perform a Reader Test
System Status OK If you think the Reader is not working properly, you
System Info
can check the Reader by performing a Reader Test.
Reader Test
Touch the Options symbol from the Home
Screen, select System Status and then select
Reader Test.
Event Log
Note: The Reader Test will perform internal

diagnostics and will allow you to check that the
display, sounds and touchscreen are working
properly.
Customer Service
Customer Service is available to answer any questions you may have about
your FreeStyle Libre Flash Glucose Monitoring System. Please go the back
cover of this manual for your Customer Service phone number.
81

Professional Options
This section is only meant for health care professionals. It describes the
access code-protected features of the Reader. Health care professionals
can change dose increments or set up the insulin calculator.
F rom the Home Screen, touch

System Status
the Settings symbol . Scroll
Calculator Settings
Enter Code to Unlock
?
down using the arrows and touch
A 1 OK
Professional Options. Enter the
Professional
access code.
Reader Basics
Options
B 2
Professional Options Dose Increment
C 3
Insulin Calculator
cancel done
Note: If you are a health care professional, contact Customer Service for
more information.
82

Changing Dose Increments
You can set the insulin dose increments to either 1.0 or 0.5 units for use
with the Rapid-acting insulin calculator and insulin notes.
Dose Increment ? F rom the Professional Options screen, select

1 unit
Dose Increment. Then choose 1 unit or 0.5 unit.
Touch done.
0.5 unit
done
83

Setting up the Insulin Calculator
The insulin calculator can help your patients calculate their rapid-acting
insulin doses based on meal and fingerstick blood glucose level
information. From the Professional Options screen, select Insulin
Calculator.
CAUTION: This feature requires an understanding of the use

of insulin. Misuse or misunderstanding of this feature and the
suggested dose may lead to inappropriate insulin dosing. The
calculator suggests doses for rapid-acting insulin only.
Complete the setup to store your patients individual insulin settings in

the Reader. The calculator uses the fingerstick blood glucose results, meal
information and the stored settings to calculate a suggested insulin dose
based on this formula:
Blood glucose Meal | Carbohydrate Active Insulin Total

correction + Intake (if present) = suggested
(if needed) dose
84

You can set up the insulin calculator using the Easy or Advanced
settings. The Easy Setup is for patients who start with a fixed dose of
rapid-acting insulin for meals. The Advanced Setup is for patients who
count carbohydrates (in grams or carbohydrate portions) to adjust their
rapid-acting insulin dose for meals.
You must complete all of the steps in the insulin calculator setup in order
for the patient to use the calculator. When you have finished setting up
the insulin calculator, you can review the settings to make sure they are
correct for your patient. You can also review settings at a later time. Touch
the Settings symbol from the Home Screen, then select Calculator
Settings.
IMPORTANT: If the time on the Reader is wrong, this may lead

to an incorrect suggested dose.
85

Easy Setup of the Insulin Calculator
Step Action
1 Choose Setup Option Choose the Easy option on the slide bar and
Easy
touch next.
For patients who start with a
fixed dose of rapid-acting
Note: You need to know your patients
insulin at meals.
mealtime insulin doses, target glucose range
and correction factor.
back next
2 Breakfast ? Enter the mealtime rapid-acting insulin doses.

Touch next after each entry.
4
units of insulin
back next
3 Correction Target ? Enter the blood glucose Correction Target. This

is the desired target range for blood glucose
values before meals. Touch next.
3.9 to 7.2 mmol
Note: If you just want to set one target instead

L
of a range, set both the low and high values to

back next
the same number.
86

Step Action
4 Correction Factor ? Enter the Correction Factor (for example: if 1 unit

1 u insulin for of insulin lowers blood glucose 2.8 mmol/L, then
0.6 mmol
L the correction factor is 2.8). If the blood glucose
value is outside the blood glucose target, the
calculator will use the correction target and factor
back next
to calculate a correction dose.
Notes:
If your patient does not take correction insulin, touch the
down arrow to go below 1 to set No correction insulin. If you
set No correction insulin, the calculator only includes meal
doses. Additionally, active insulin is not tracked or calculated.
The calculator corrects a blood glucose value to the single
target or the average of the target range.
The calculator will not suggest a dose that is estimated to
drop the blood glucose below the lower end of the target
range or single target.
Touch next. Then touch done to complete the setup. You can
now review the calculator settings. Touch OK when done.
87

Notes about the Easy Option:
The calculator estimates the amount of rapid-acting insulin still in the
body and how much longer it may be active (if the correction factor is
set to no correction insulin, active insulin is not calculated). The active
insulin estimate is based on a 4-hour insulin duration calculated from
the time and amount of the last logged rapid-acting insulin dose.
Both meal and correction doses are included in the active insulin
tracking.
Insulin doses calculated 0-2 hours after a previously logged dose
will only include a meal dose. Active insulin will not be subtracted
from the meal or carbohydrate dose, and a correction dose will not
be included even if the blood glucose is outside the target. During
this time period, the previous dose has not reached peak action and
additional correction doses, referred to as `insulin stacking, may
result in hypoglycaemia.
Insulin doses calculated 2-4 hours after a previously logged dose will
have active insulin subtracted from the suggested dose.
All previously injected rapid-acting insulin should be logged to ensure
accurate active insulin tracking and calculations.
88

Calculator Settings - Easy Option
This page can be used to record insulin calculator settings.
Breakfast Lunch Dinner This is the insulin

Dose Dose Dose required to cover food.
units of insulin units of insulin units of insulin

0-50 0-50 0-50
Correction Target This is the desired range

_
for before meal blood
glucose.
mmol/L mmol/L
3.9-10.0 3.9-10.0
Correction Factor This is the estimated

1 unit of insulin for
amount blood glucose
will drop by taking one
mmol/L unit of insulin.
0.1-5.5 (or No Correction)
Changes to these settings can only be made by a health care professional.

89

Advanced Setup of the Insulin Calculator
Step Action
1 Choose Setup Option Choose the Advanced option on the slide bar
Advanced
and touch next.
For patients who count carbs
(in grams or portions) to adjust
Note: You need to know your patients
their rapid-acting insulin dose
at meals. mealtime insulin settings, target glucose
range, correction factor and insulin duration.
back next
2 Enter food by: ? Touch to select how meal/carbohydrate

Grams of carbs
information will be entered. Touch next.
Carb. portions For Grams of carbs, go to Step 3.
For Carb portions, go to Step 4.
back next
90

Step Action
3 Carbohydrate Ratio ? If you chose to enter Grams of carbs in Step 2:

1 u insulin for The rapid-acting insulin dose suggestion is based
10
grams carbs
on grams of carbs.
Optional:
by time
of day
Enter the Carbohydrate Ratio (1 unit of rapid-
back next
acting insulin for ______ grams of carbs). Touch
next when complete.
Carbohydrate ratio ?
1 unit insulin for:
10g
morning Note: If you want to set different
15g
night
15g
midday carbohydrate ratios for different times
20g
Carbohydrate
evening OK
of day, touch the option by time of day.
Ratio
1 u insulin for
Touch each time period to change the
10 carbohydrate ratio. Touch OK after each
back done
grams carbs entry to save. Touch done.

Morning:
4am to 10am
Go to Step 5.
Time of day blocks cannot be adjusted. They correspond to the

following times:
Morning 4:00 AM - 9:59 AM (04:00 - 0 9:59)
Midday 10:00 AM - 3:59 PM (10:00 - 15:59)
Evening 4:00 PM - 9:59 PM (16:00 - 21:59)
Night 10:00 PM - 3 :59 AM (22:00 - 03:59)
91

Step Action
4 Carb Portions
Definition
? If you chose to enter Carb Portions in Step 2:
1 portion = The rapid-acting insulin dose suggestion is based
10.0
grams carbs
on carbohydrate portions.
Enter the Carb Portions (10 to 15 grams
back
Carb Portion Ratio
next
? of carbs) and touch next. Enter the Carb
For 1 portion: Portion Ratio (____ units of rapid-acting
1.5 insulin per 1 carb portion). Touch next when
complete.
units insulin
by time
Optional:
of day
back next
Carb portion ratio ?

for 1 portion:
2 u ins Note: If you want to set different carb

portion ratios for different times of day,
morning
3 u ins 3 u ins
night midday
4 u ins
touch the option by time of day. Touch
evening
each time period to change the carb
back
Carb Portion Ratio OK
done portions ratio. Touch OK after each entry to
For 1 portion:
save. Touch done.
2
units insulin
Morning:
4am to 10am
92

Step Action
5 How does your

patient correct their
? Select how you want your patient to correct their
glucose?
glucose. Touch next.
To a single target
To a target range
back next
6 Correction Target ? Enter the Correction Target value or range. This

is the desired target value or range for blood
5.6 glucose values before meals. Touch next when
mmol/L
by time
complete.
Optional:
of day
Correction Target ?
Note: If the Correction Target is
back next
in mmol/L:
5.6
morning
based on time of day, touch the
option by time of day. Touch each
6.7 6.1
night midday
5.6
evening time period to change the correction
back done
Correction Target OK
target for that period. Touch OK after
each entry to save. Touch done.
5.6
mmol/L
Morning:
4am to 10am
93

Step Action
7 Correction Factor ? Enter the Correction Factor (for example: if 1

1 u insulin for unit of insulin lowers blood glucose 2.8 mmol/L,
0.6 mmol
L then the correction factor is 2.8). If the blood
by time
glucose reading is outside the blood glucose
Optional:
Correction Factor ?
of day
target, the calculator will use the correction
1 u insulin for:
back next target and factor to calculate a correction dose.
Touch next when complete.
1.7 mmol/L
morning
1.1 mmol/L 1.1 mmol/L

night midday
0.8 mmol/L Notes:

If the Correction Factor is based on time of
evening
back done
day, touch the option by time of day. Touch
Correction Factor OK
1 u insulin for
each time period to change the correction
0.6 mmol
L
factor for that period. Touch OK after each
entry to save. Touch done.
Morning:
4am to 10am
The calculator corrects a blood glucose value
to the single target or the average of the
target range.
The calculator will not suggest a dose that is
estimated to drop the blood glucose below
the lower end of the target range or single
target.
94

Step Action
8 Insulin Duration ? Enter the Insulin Duration. This is the amount of

time that rapid-acting insulin remains active in
4:30 hrs:min
the patients body.
Touch next.
back next
IMPORTANT: In general, the insulin duration for rapid-

acting insulin ranges from 3-5 hours, and can vary for
each person1. The Reader allows an insulin duration
from 3-8 hours.
1
Product Inserts: HumaLog, NovoLog, Apidra
95

Step Action
9 Do you want the

Active Insulin symbol
? Select whether or not to show the Active Insulin
to be displayed on the
Home Screen?
symbol on the Home Screen.
Yes This symbol shows an estimate of the amount
No
of rapid-acting insulin still in the body and how
much longer it may be active. If you select No,
back next
active insulin is still included in the suggested
dose calculation.
Touch next. Then touch done to complete the
setup. You can now review the calculator settings.
Touch OK when done.
96

Notes about the Advanced Option:

The calculator estimates the amount of rapid-acting insulin still in
the body and how much longer it may be active. The active insulin
estimate is calculated from the set insulin duration, the time, and
amount of the last logged rapid-acting insulin dose.
Both meal and correction doses are included in the active insulin
tracking.
Insulin doses calculated 0-2 hours after a previously logged dose
will only include a meal dose. Active insulin will not be subtracted
from the meal or carbohydrate dose, and a correction dose will not
be included even if the blood glucose is outside the target. During
this time period, the previous dose has not reached peak action and
additional correction doses, referred to as `insulin stacking, may result
in hypoglycaemia.
Insulin doses calculated between 2 hours and the set insulin duration
will have active insulin subtracted from the suggested dose (for
example if insulin duration is set at 5 hours, active insulin will be
subtracted from doses calculated between 2-5 hours).
All previously injected rapid-acting insulin should be logged to ensure
accurate active insulin tracking and calculations.
97

This graph shows how the insulin calculator estimates the amount of
active insulin as a function of logged insulin dose and insulin duration
over time. It also shows the relationship between the symbol and
amount of active insulin.
Active insulin curvilinear model
100
90
80
% active insulin
70
60
50
40
30
20
10
0
10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
% insulin duration
Adapted from Mudaliar et al. Diabetes Care, Volume 22(9), Sept 1999, pp 1501-1506
98

Calculator Settings - Advanced Option
This page can be used to record insulin calculator settings.
Carbohydrate This is the number of grams

Ratio of carbs that one unit of
1 unit of insulin for
rapid-acting insulin will
cover OR the number of
grams of carbs units of rapid-acting insulin
OR
1-50 that will cover one carb
Carb Portions Carb Portions Ratio portion. (Option to enter by
Definition For 1 carb portion take time of day.)
grams of carbs units of insulin

10-15 0.5-15
Correction
Target
This is the desired target or
range for before meal blood
OR
glucose. (Option to enter by
mmol/L Correction time of day.)
3.9-10.0 Target Range
to
mmol/L mmol/L
3.9-10.0 3.9-10.0
99

Correction Factor This is the estimated
1 unit of insulin for amount blood glucose will
drop by taking one unit of
mmol/L insulin. (Option to enter by
0.1-5.5 time of day.)
This is the amount of time

Insulin Duration that a dose of rapid-acting
Insulin is active in the body for
insulin remains active in the
body.
hours:mins
3-8
Active Insulin feature?

Yes No
Changes to these settings can only be made by a health care professional.

100

Changing the Insulin Calculator Settings
Step Action
1 From the Home Screen, touch the Settings

System Status
symbol . Scroll down using the arrows and
touch Professional Options. Enter the access
code. Touch Insulin Calculator.
Calculator Settings
Reader Basics
2 Calculator Settings Touch Turn Off Calculator to turn off the insulin
Turn Off Calculator
calculator or Change Calculator Settings to
Change Calculator
change the insulin calculator settings.
Note: If you turn off the insulin calculator,
Settings
your patient will no longer see the calculator

back
button after a blood glucose test. You can turn
the calculator back on by repeating the insulin
calculator setup.
101

System Specifications
See test strip and control solution instructions for use for additional
specifications.
Sensor Specifications
Sensor glucose assay
Amperometric electrochemical sensor
method
Sensor glucose reading

2.2 to 27.8 mmol/L
range
Sensor size 5 mm height and 35 mm diameter
Sensor weight 5 grams
Sensor power source One silver oxide battery
102

Sensor life Up to 14 days
8 hours (glucose readings stored every

Sensor memory
15 minutes)
Operating temperature 10 C to 45 C
Sensor Applicator and

Sensor Pack storage 4 C to 30 C
temperature
Operating and storage

10-90%, non-condensing
relative humidity
IP27: Can withstand immersion into

Sensor water resistance one metre (3 ft) of water for up to 30
minutes
Operating and storage -381 metres (-1,250 ft) to 3,048 metres

altitude (10,000 ft)
103

Reader Specifications
Blood glucose assay
1.1 to 27.8 mmol/L
range
Blood ketone assay range 0.0 to 8.0 mmol/L
Reader size 95 mm x 60 mm x 16 mm
Reader weight 65 grams
Reader power source One lithium-ion rechargeable battery
Reader battery life 7 days of typical use
Reader memory 90 days of typical use
Reader operating
10 C to 45 C
temperature
Reader storage
-20 C to 60 C
temperature
104

Operating and storage
10-90%, non-condensing
relative humidity
Reader moisture
Keep dry
protection
Operating and storage -381 metres (-1,250 ft) to 3,048 metres
altitude (10,000 ft)
60 seconds (120 seconds when test
Reader display timeout
strip is inserted)
Radio Frequency 13.56 MHz
Data port Micro USB
Minimum Computer System must only be used with

Requirements EN60950-1 rated computers
Mean service life 3 years of typical use
Abbott Diabetes Care PRT25612

Power Adapter
Operating temperature: 10 C to 40 C
Abbott Diabetes Care PRT21373
USB Cable
Length: 94 cm (37 inches)
105

Rapid-Acting Insulin Calculator Specifications
Parameter Unit Range or Value
Correction target mmol/L 3.9 to 10.0
1 unit per X grams

Carbohydrate ratio 1 to 50
of carbs
Units of insulin per

Carb portion ratio 0.5 to 15
carb portion
Carb portions definition Grams of carbs 10 to 15
Mealtime insulin doses

Units of insulin 0 to 50
(breakfast, lunch, dinner)
1 unit per X
Correction factor 0.1 to 5.5
mmol/L
Insulin duration Easy: 4

Hours
(duration of insulin action) Advanced: 3 to 8
106

Parameter Unit Range or Value
Dose increments Units of insulin 0.5 or 1
Maximum insulin dose Units of insulin 50
107

Labelling Symbols
Consult instructions for
Use-by date
use
Temperature limit Catalogue number
Manufacturer Serial number
Do not use if package is

CE Mark
damaged
Batch code Keep dry
Type BF applied part Non-ionizing radiation
CODE Sensor code Caution
Sterilised using
Do not re-use
irradiation
This product must not be disposed of via municipal waste
collection. Separate collection for electrical and electronic
equipment waste per Directive 2012/19/EC in the European
Union is required. Contact the manufacturer for details.
108

Electromagnetic Compatibility
The System needs special precautions regarding EMC and needs to be installed and put into service
according to the EMC information provided in this manual.
Portable and mobile RF communications equipment can affect the System.
The use of accessories, transducers and cables other than those specified by Abbott Diabetes Care
may result in increased EMISSIONS or decreased IMMUNITY of the System.
The System should not be used adjacent to or stacked with other equipment and that if adjacent
or stacked use is necessary, the System should be observed to verify normal operation in the
configuration in which it will be used.
109

Guidance and manufacturers declaration
electromagnetic emissions
The System is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or
the user of the System should assure that it is used in such an environment.
Electromagnetic
Emissions test Compliance
environment guidance
RF emissions Group 1 The System uses RF energy
CISPR 11 only for its internal function.
Therefore, its RF emissions are
very low and are not likely to
cause any interference in nearby
electronic equipment.
RF emissions Class B The System is suitable for use

CISPR 11 in all establishments, including
domestic establishments and
Harmonic emissions Class A
those directly connected to the
IEC 61000-3-2
public low voltage power supply
Voltage fluctuations / Complies network that supplies buildings
flicker emissions used for domestic purposes.
IEC 61000-3-3
110

Guidance and manufacturers declaration
electromagnetic immunity
The System is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or
the user of the System should assure that it is used in such an environment.
IMMUNITY IEC 60601 Compliance Electromagnetic
test test level Level environment guidance
Electrostatic 6 kV contact 6 kV contact Floors should be wood, concrete or
discharge (ESD) 8 kV air 8 kV air ceramic tile. If floors are covered
IEC 61000-4-2 with synthetic material, the relative
humidity should be at least 30 %.
Electrical fast 2 kV for 2 kV for Mains power quality should be that

transient/burst power supply power supply of a typical domestic, commercial or
IEC 61000-4-4 lines lines hospital environment.
1 kV for input/ 1 kV for input/
output lines output lines
111

Surge 1 kV 1 kV Mains power quality should be that
IEC 61000-4-5 differential differential of a typical domestic, commercial or
mode mode hospital environment.
2 kV common 2 kV common
mode mode
Voltage <5 % UT <5 % UT Mains power quality should be that

dips, short (>95 % dip in (>95 % dip in of a typical domestic, commercial
interruptions and UT) for 0.5 cycle UT) for 0.5 cycle or hospital environment. If the user
voltage variations 40 % UT 40 % UT of the System requires continued
on power supply (60 % dip in UT) (60 % dip in UT) operation during power mains
input lines for 5 cycles for 5 cycles interruptions, it is recommended
IEC 61000-4-11 70 % UT 70 % UT that the System be powered from
(30 % dip in UT) (30 % dip in UT) an uninterruptible power supply or
for 25 cycles for 25 cycles a battery.
<5 % UT <5 % UT
(>95 % dip (>95 % dip
in UT) for 5 in UT) for 5
seconds seconds
112

Power frequency 3 A/m 3 A/m Power frequency magnetic fields
(50/60 Hz) should be at levels characteristic
magnetic field of a typical location in a typical
IEC 61000-4-8 domestic, commercial or hospital
environment.
NOTE UT is the a.c. mains voltage prior to application of the test level.
113

Conducted RF 3 Vrms 3 Vrms Portable and mobile RF
IEC 61000-4-6 150 kHz to communications equipment should
80 MHz be used no closer to any part of the
System, including cables, than the
recommended separation distance
calculated from the equation
applicable to the frequency of the
transmitter.
Recommended separation
distance
d = 1.2
114

Radiated RF 3 V/m 3 V/m Recommended separation
IEC 61000-4-3 80 MHz to distance
2.5 GHz
d = 1.2
80 MHz to 800 MHz
d = 2.3
800 MHz to 2.5 GHz
P is the maximum output power rating of the transmitter in watts (W) according to the transmitter
manufacturer and d is the recommended separation distance in metres (m).
Field strengths from fixed RF transmitters, as determined by an electromagnetic site survey,a should
be less than the compliance level in each frequency range.b
Interference may occur in the vicinity of equipment marked with the following symbol:
NOTE 1 At 80 MHz and 800 MHz, the higher frequency range applies.
NOTE 2 These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is affected by
absorption and reflection from structures, objects and people.
115

a
Field strengths from fixed transmitters, such as base stations for radio (cellular/cordless)
telephones and land mobile radios, amateur radio, AM and FM radio broadcast and TV broadcast
cannot be predicted theoretically with accuracy. To assess the electromagnetic environment due
to fixed RF transmitters, an electromagnetic site survey should be considered. If the measured
field strength in the location in which the System is used exceeds the applicable RF compliance
level above, the System should be observed to verify normal operation. If abnormal performance
is observed, additional measures may be necessary, such as re-orienting or relocating the System.
b
Over the frequency range 150 kHz to 80 MHz, field strengths should be less than 3 V/m.
116

Recommended separation distances between portable
and mobile RF communications equipment and the
System
The System is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances
are controlled. The customer or the user of the System can help prevent electromagnetic interference
by maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF communications equipment
(transmitters) and the System as recommended below, according to the maximum output power of
the communications equipment.
Rated maximum Separation distance according to frequency of transmitter
output power of m
transmitter
W 150 kHz to 80 MHz to 800 MHz to
80 MHz 800 MHz 2.5 GHz
d = 1.2 d = 1.2 d = 2.3
0.01 0.12 0.12 0.23
0.1 0.38 0.38 0.73
1 1.2 1.2 2.3
10 3.8 3.8 7.3
100 12 12 23
117

For transmitters rated at a maximum output power not listed above, the recommended separation
distance d in metres (m) can be estimated using the equation applicable to the frequency of the
transmitter, where P is the maximum output power rating of the transmitter in watts (W) according
to the transmitter manufacturer.
NOTE 1 At 80 MHz and 800 MHz, the separation distance for the higher frequency range applies.
NOTE 2 These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is affected by
absorption and reflection from structures, objects and people.
118

Hereby, Abbott Diabetes Care Ltd, declares that the FreeStyle Libre
Flash Glucose Monitoring System is in compliance with the essential
requirements and other relevant provisions of the R&TTE Directive. A
copy of the original declaration of conformity may be obtained from
Abbott Diabetes Care Ltd., Range Road, Witney, Oxon, OX29 0YL, UK.
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Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Getting to Know Your System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Setting up Your Reader for the First Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Using Your Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

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Removing Your Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Replacing Your Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Using the Built-in Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Charging the Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Changing the Reader Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Living With Your FreeStyle Libre System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Maintenance and Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

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System Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102

Rapid-Acting Insulin Calculator Specifications . . . . . . . 106

Labelling Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108

Electromagnetic Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

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IMPORTANT: Safety information about the

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Sensor Pack Sensor Applicator

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Touch to check your

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Sensor Glucose Readings

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1 Press the Home Button to turn on the Reader.

2 If prompted, use the touchscreen to select your

3 Current Date S et the Current Date using the arrows on the

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4 Current Time S et the Current Time. Touch next to continue.

CAUTION: It is very important to set the time

Note: Your Target Glucose Range is displayed

on glucose graphs on the Reader and used to

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6 The Reader now displays important information about two key

Rising quickly While using the Reader, press

3 Current Date S et the Current Date using the arrows on the

4 Current Time S et the Current Time. Touch next to continue.

Note: Your Target Glucose Range is displayed

1 pply Sensors only on the back of your upper

2 lean application site with an alcohol wipe and

3 Lid pen the Sensor Pack by peeling the lid off

6 T he Sensor Applicator is prepared and ready to

7 lace the Sensor Applicator over the prepared

8 ently pull the Sensor Applicator away from your

9 ake sure the Sensor is secure after application.

3 old the Reader within 4 cm (1.5 inches) of the

2 old the Reader within 4 cm (1.5 inches) of your

1 ull up the edge of the adhesive that keeps your

2 iscard the used Sensor according to local regulations. See

2 Set Reminder T ouch to select which Type of reminder you want

3 T ouch to select how often you want the reminder to Repeat:

4 S et the reminder Time using the arrows on the touchscreen.

5 Reminders F rom the Reminders screen, you can turn the

ash your hands and the test site with warm

2 Check the test strip expiry date.