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©2012 Roche Diagnostics
Roche Diagnostics GmbH
Sandhofer Strasse 116
68305 Mannheim, Germany
www.accu-chek.com
ACCU-CHEK, ACCU-CHEK AVIVA, and ACCU-CHEK AVIVA EXPERT
are trademarks of Roche.
50839_06434240002.indb 1
Blood glucose Meter
Standard Owner's Booklet
7/2/12 3:24 PM
Roche USA – 50839
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  • Page 1 Roche USA – 50839 V6/6 –06434240002 – PMS 5445 – Proofprint Number 209 ©2012 Roche Diagnostics Roche Diagnostics GmbH Sandhofer Strasse 116 68305 Mannheim, Germany www.accu-chek.com ACCU-CHEK, ACCU-CHEK AVIVA, and ACCU-CHEK AVIVA EXPERT are trademarks of Roche. 50839_06434240002.indb 1 7/2/12 3:24 PM...
  • Page 2 Roche Diagnostics Australia Pty. Ltd. 31 Victoria Avenue, Castle Hill NSW 2154, Australia ABN 29 003 001 205 Accu-Chek Enquiry Line: 1800 251 816 www.accu-chek.com.au LAST UPDATE: 2012-02 50839_06434240002.indb 2 7/2/12 3:24 PM...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    1 Understanding Your New System 06434240002 V4/3 – – Magenta – 1.1 Overview Roche USA – 50839 1.2 The Accu-Chek Aviva Expert Meter at a Glance 06434240002 V4/4 – – Yellow – 1.3 Summary of Features 1.4 Screen Content and Navigation 2 Testing Your Blood Glucose 2.1 Overview...
  • Page 4 3 Control Testing 3.1 Overview 3.2 Why Perform Control Tests 3.3 About the Control Solutions 3.4 Performing a Control Test 3.5 Understanding Control Test Results 4 Managing Your Data 4.1 Overview 4.2 Viewing or Modifying Your Data 4.3 Adding New Data 4.4 Reporting Your Data 4.5 Downloading Your Data to a Computer 5 Changing Meter Settings...
  • Page 5 5.6 Setting Time Blocks, Health Events, Advice Options: Bolus Advice Set Up 5.7 Setting Warning Limits: Hyper, Hypo 5.8 Turning Key Lock On or Off 5.9 Setting the Language 5.10 Setting Units: Carbs, Insulin Increment, Max Bolus 5.11 Setting the Beeper, Vibrate, Key Sound 5.12 Setting the Time Format, Time, Date 5.13 Setting Time Blocks: Bolus Advice Not Set Up 5.14 Backlight Settings...
  • Page 6 7.2 Changing the Batteries 7.3 Power-Saving Tips 7.4 Cleaning the Meter 7.5 Maintenance and Testing 8 Troubleshooting 8.1 Overview 8.2 Troubleshooting the Accu-Chek Aviva Expert Meter 9 Technical Information 9.1 Overview 9.2 Product Limitations 9.3 Specifications 9.4 Product Safety Information 9.5 Disposing of the Meter...
  • Page 7 Appendices Appendix A: Abbreviations Appendix B: Carb Units Appendix C: Explanation of Symbols Appendix D: Meter Settings and Range Limits Glossary Index 50839_06434240002.indb 5 7/2/12 3:24 PM...
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  • Page 9: Introduction

    Introduction Whether the Accu-Chek Aviva Expert meter is your first blood glucose meter or you have used a meter for some time, please take the time to read the Getting Started Guide, the Standard Owner’s Booklet, and the Advanced Owner’s Booklet carefully before you use your new meter. To use it correctly and dependably, you need to understand its operation, screen displays, and all individual features.

  • Page 10: The Accu-Chek Aviva Expert System

    The Accu-Chek Aviva Expert System The Accu-Chek Aviva Expert meter is for quantitative blood glucose testing using Accu-Chek Aviva test strips. The meter has many features including: • Bolus advice calculation • Daily time blocks that can be adjusted to fit your lifestyle •...
  • Page 11 Intended Use The Accu-Chek Aviva Expert system is intended for self-testing outside the body (in vitro diagnostic use) by people with diabetes as an aid to effective diabetes management. The Accu-Chek Aviva Expert meter is also indicated for the management of diabetes by calculating an insulin dose or carbohydrate intake based on user-entered data.
  • Page 12 Why Regular Blood Glucose Testing Is Important Testing your blood glucose regularly can make a big difference in how you manage your diabetes every day. We have made it as simple as possible. Important Information About Your New Meter • The meter is designed for testing fresh whole blood samples (for example, blood from your fingertip). The meter is for outside the body (in vitro) use.

  • Page 13: Understanding Your New System

    Understanding Your New System 1.1 Overview 1.2 The Accu-Chek Aviva Expert Meter at a Glance 1.3 Summary of Features 1.4 Screen Content and Navigation 50839_06434240002.indb 11 7/2/12 3:24 PM...

  • Page 14: Overview

    1.1 Overview Your new meter has several features to assist you in managing your diabetes. It is important you understand the features and how to operate the meter correctly. NOTE • This booklet shows sample screens. The screens in this booklet may look slightly different from the screens on the meter.

  • Page 15: The Accu-Chek Aviva Expert Meter At A Glance

    1.2 The Accu-Chek Aviva Expert Meter at a Glance Display Infrared (IR) Window Shows menus, results, Transfers data from the messages, and data stored in meter to a computer. the diary. Activation Chip Slot Buttons Activation chip is Press to enter menus or the pre-inserted here.
  • Page 16 Batteries Control Solution Bottle Insert batteries according to the + and - symbols in (for example) the battery compartment. Test Strip Test Strip Container Yellow Window - Golden End - (for example) Touch blood drop or Insert this end of the test control solution here.
  • Page 17 Top View Infrared (IR) Window Activation Chip Side View Pre-inserted activation chip. (for example) NOTE Your meter is already coded and comes with a pre-inserted black activation chip that you never need to change. Even if you use test strips from boxes that contain another activation chip that is a different color or has different numbers, you never need to change the black activation chip again.
  • Page 18 The meter has seven buttons and two soft keys. Left Soft Key Right Soft Key Up Arrow Right Arrow Enter Down Arrow Left Arrow Backlight Power NOTE • You hear a sound every time an active button/soft key is pressed unless you turned the key sound off. •...
  • Page 19 Table of Buttons and Soft Keys Button Name Function < Left Arrow j Move or scroll to the left in a screen. > Right Arrow j Move or scroll to the right in a screen. Up Arrow j Move or scroll up in a screen. Down Arrow j Move or scroll down in a screen.

  • Page 20: Summary Of Features

    1.3 Summary of Features Display The meter has a full-color graphic LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) that displays current and historical information. Backlight • The backlight helps you read the information on the meter display under different lighting conditions. • When the meter is turned on, the backlight is set to the medium level. •...
  • Page 21 Key Lock • The key lock feature allows you to lock all of the buttons on the meter, except for the power button. • The key lock serves as a safety measure against unintentional activation of meter functions. • For more information, see Chapter 5, Changing Meter Settings. Signal Settings •...
  • Page 22 Bolus Advice (Optional) • The term “bolus” refers to the delivery of insulin all at once rather than slowly throughout the day, usually used to compensate for meals or high blood glucose. • Bolus advice calculates a bolus for you that is adapted to the time of day and your changing situations. •...
  • Page 23 My Data • Your new meter stores 1,000 records in the diary. • You can view, modify, or add information to your diary. • You can view blood glucose test averages, trends, standard day, standard week, and target tables and graphs of the data in the diary.
  • Page 24 Time Blocks • Time blocks allow you to divide a day into different time periods. • Setting time blocks to fit your own schedule helps you and your healthcare professional see how patterns in your blood glucose are affected by your daily activities and lifestyle. •...
  • Page 25 Without bolus advice, you need to consider the following when setting up time blocks: • Determine the appropriate time range by reviewing the end time for each time block. • Review the acceptable blood glucose target range (low and high) for each time block. With bolus advice, you need to consider the following when setting up time blocks: •...
  • Page 26 Health Events Health events can be selected to indicate how you are feeling or what you are doing that might affect your diabetes. The meter allows you the option of setting a percentage for each health event, except for Fasting, if you set up bolus advice.
  • Page 27 Blood Glucose Test Reminders (Optional) The meter can be set up to remind you to retest your blood glucose after a high blood glucose test result, after a low blood glucose test result, or after a meal. An after high blood glucose test reminder example: •...
  • Page 28 Alarm Clock Reminders • The meter has alarm clock reminders which can be used as a helpful way to remind you when to test throughout the day. • In addition to “bG Test” and “Injection,” you can set reminders for “Other” for any other daily reminder. •...

  • Page 29: Screen Content And Navigation

    1.4 Screen Content and Navigation This section provides an explanation of how to understand and navigate the screens on the meter. Each time the meter is turned on, this splash screen (Accu-Chek logo screen) is displayed for a short period of time. 50839_06434240002.indb 27 7/2/12 3:24 PM...
  • Page 30 Features on the Main Menu: Sound Icon Vibrate Icon Appears when the beeper is Appears when vibrate is turned on. turned on. Date Time Low Battery Icon Menu Options Appears when the meter batteries are low. NOTE To select an item on a menu, press to highlight (blue) the menu item and then press =.
  • Page 31 Features on a screen: Title Bar Highlighted Option Primary menu title is displayed When a menu choice or item here. is selected, it is highlighted in blue. Secondary Title Bar Scroll Bar When necessary, a secondary title bar appears. Secondary If there is more information menu text is displayed here.
  • Page 32 Information can be entered on some screens. Numerical entry fields appear as pop-up entry fields. When an option must be selected, it appears as a pop-up menu. • To open a pop-up menu or entry field, press =. • Press to select the appropriate pop-up menu option or until the correct numerical entry is present, and then press =.
  • Page 33 General Navigation Steps To change the settings or enter information into the meter: Press to select a menu option and press =. Repeat the previous step as necessary. Note specific to “Time Blocks” screen selection: If the bolus advice has been activated, then the “Time Blocks”...
  • Page 34 Select Save by pressing save changes and return to the previous screen. Press Press to select the < > select an option or a desired desired entry and press =. entry field and press =. Repeat steps 2 and 3, as necessary.

  • Page 35: Testing Your Blood Glucose

    Testing Your Blood Glucose 2.1 Overview 2.2 Using the Accu-Chek Aviva Expert System 2.3 Performing a Blood Glucose Test 2.4 Detailed Blood Glucose Test Results 2.5 Understanding Blood Glucose Test Results 2.6 Unusual Blood Glucose Test Results 2.7 Symptoms of High or Low Blood Glucose 50839_06434240002.indb 33...

  • Page 36: Overview

    2.1 Overview It is important to understand how to perform a blood glucose test properly. You can perform a blood glucose test from your fingertip. NOTE Blood glucose and bG are interchangeable and mean the same thing. 50839_06434240002.indb 34 7/2/12 3:24 PM...

  • Page 37: Using The Accu-Chek Aviva Expert System

    2.2 Using the Accu-Chek Aviva Expert System • Only use Accu-Chek Aviva test strips. • Store the unused test strips in their original container. • Immediately after you take a test strip out, securely close the container. This helps keep the test strips dry.

  • Page 38: Performing A Blood Glucose Test

    2.3 Performing a Blood Glucose Test Before you perform your first blood test, ensure the meter is set up correctly and that you perform a control test. You need the meter with a pre-inserted activation chip, a test strip, and a lancing device. WARNING •...
  • Page 39 Performing a Fingertip Blood Glucose Test Prepare > Check the Use By Date > Insert Test Strip > Test Blood Sample > bG Test Result Wash and dry your hands. Prepare the lancing device for a fingertip test. Insert the golden end of a Check the use by date on the test strip into the meter in the test strip container.
  • Page 40 The Apply Sample screen Fingerprick: Fingerprick: appears. The test strip is ready Perform a fingerprick with the Gently squeeze your finger to for testing. lancing device. assist the flow of blood. This helps you get a blood drop. 50839_06434240002.indb 38 7/2/12 3:25 PM...
  • Page 41 When the test strip has enough The result appears on the blood, the Analyzing screen display. appears. Touch the blood drop to the front edge of the yellow window of the test strip. Do not put blood on top of the test strip.
  • Page 42 Approximately 3 seconds later, the detailed bG Result screen appears. Remove and discard the used test strip. 50839_06434240002.indb 40 7/2/12 3:25 PM...
  • Page 43 NOTE • If the blood drop is too small, reapply pressure to get a sufficient blood drop. • For more information regarding blood glucose test results, see Section 2.5, Understanding Blood Glucose Test Results. • To add detailed information to the blood glucose test (meal time, carbs, and health events) see Section 2.4, Detailed Blood Glucose Test Results.
  • Page 44 NOTE Other ways to start a blood glucose test: • From the Main Menu, select bG Test and press =. Insert a test strip into the meter. • When a reminder notification or the key lock icon is displayed, insert a test strip into the meter. •...

  • Page 45: Detailed Blood Glucose Test Results

    2.4 Detailed Blood Glucose Test Results The detailed bG Result screen displays the following information: Test Time Status Bar Meal Time Blood Glucose Test Result Carbohydrates Unit of Measure Health Event Active Insulin Displayed only if bolus advice is activated. 50839_06434240002.indb 43 7/2/12 3:25 PM...
  • Page 46 Detailed bG Results > Change Meal Time/Carbs/Health Events (Optional) The detailed bG Result screen allows you to view and to add information to a blood glucose test result. 50839_06434240002.indb 44 7/2/12 3:25 PM...
  • Page 47 How to Add Information to a Blood Glucose Test Result To Change Meal Time: Active Insulin Display: Bolus Advice is not available Select the Meal Time entry The meter displays the field and press =. calculated amount of active The blood glucose test result is Select either Pre-Meal, Post- insulin.
  • Page 48 NOTE • You can add information on the detailed bG Result screen for meal time, carbs, and health events. • Review and, if necessary, update information for meal time, carbs, and health events to receive an accurate bolus recommendation. 50839_06434240002.indb 46 7/2/12 3:25 PM...

  • Page 49: Understanding Blood Glucose Test Results

    2.5 Understanding Blood Glucose Test Results The bG Result screen displays the following information: Test Time Test Date Status Bar Blood Glucose Test Result Unit of Measure NOTE • If the dosed test strip is removed from the meter before results or errors are displayed, a blood glucose test result will not appear.
  • Page 50 Status Bar The status bar on the bG Result screen indicates how the result compares to the target blood glucose range for the current time block. The following are status bar descriptions with sample displays: Green indicates the result is Yellow indicates the result is Red with “Hypo”...
  • Page 51 Light blue indicates the result is Light blue with “Hyper” above the target range for the indicates the result is above the current time block. The result hyper warning limit. is not above the hyper warning limit. 50839_06434240002.indb 49 7/2/12 3:25 PM...
  • Page 52 LO or HI Display NOTE Blood Glucose Warnings If the blood glucose test results are outside the hyper or hypo warning limits, or outside the measurement range of the meter, then a warning is displayed after the If “LO” is displayed, the test If “HI”...

  • Page 53: Unusual Blood Glucose Test Results

    2.6 Unusual Blood Glucose Test Results If your blood glucose test result does not match how you feel, follow these steps: Troubleshooting Checks Actions 1. Are the test strips expired? Discard the test strips if they are past the use by date. Repeat the blood glucose test with an unexpired test strip.

  • Page 54: Symptoms Of High Or Low Blood Glucose

    2.7 Symptoms of High or Low Blood Glucose Being aware of the symptoms of high or low blood glucose can help you understand your test results and decide what to do if they seem unusual. Hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia may include, but are not limited to the following symptoms: •...

  • Page 55: Control Testing

    Control Testing 3.1 Overview 3.2 Why Perform Control Tests 3.3 About the Control Solutions 3.4 Performing a Control Test 3.5 Understanding Control Test Results 50839_06434240002.indb 53 7/2/12 3:25 PM...

  • Page 56: Overview

    3.1 Overview This chapter describes how and when to perform a control test to ensure the accuracy of your blood glucose meter. It is recommended you complete a control test prior to performing a blood glucose test for the first time.

  • Page 57: Why Perform Control Tests

    3.2 Why Perform Control Tests Performing a control test lets you know the meter and test strips are working properly to give reliable blood glucose test results. You should perform a control test when: • You open a new test strip box. •...

  • Page 58: About The Control Solutions

    3.3 About the Control Solutions • Only use Accu-Chek Aviva control solutions. • The meter automatically recognizes the control solution. • The control test results are not displayed in the diary. • Write the date you opened the control solution bottle on the bottle label. The solution is good for 3 months from that date or until the use by date on the bottle label, whichever comes first.

  • Page 59: Performing A Control Test

    3.4 Performing a Control Test The Control Result screen displays the following information: Test Time Test Date Control Result Unit of Measure You need the meter with a pre-inserted activation chip, a test strip, and control solution Level 1, Level 2, or both.
  • Page 60 Check the Use By Date > Insert Test Strip > Test Control Solution > Control Result Insert the golden end of a The Apply Sample screen Check the use by date on the test strip container. Do not test strip into the meter in the appears.
  • Page 61 Select the control solution to Place the meter on a flat Remove the control bottle cap. test. You will enter the level surface, like a table. Wipe the tip of the bottle with later in the test. a tissue. 50839_06434240002.indb 59 7/2/12 3:25 PM...
  • Page 62 When the test strip has enough The control result appears on control solution, the Analyzing the display. screen appears. Select Level to display the Wipe the tip of the bottle with a control solution level pop-up tissue and then cap the bottle menu.
  • Page 63 Select the control solution level Remove and discard the test and press =. strip. For information on understanding control test results, proceed to the next section, or select Menu to save this result and display the Main Menu screen. 50839_06434240002.indb 61 7/2/12 3:25 PM...
  • Page 64 NOTE • If a test strip error occurs, remove and discard the used test strip and repeat the test with a new test strip. • Be careful not to put any fluids into the test strip slot. • When the Control Level screen is displayed and you select Cancel without selecting a control solution level, then No Entry is chosen.

  • Page 65: Understanding Control Test Results

    3.5 Understanding Control Test Results The detailed Control Result screen displays the following information: Test Time Test Date Control Result Control Solution Level Result Unit of Measure Within range or Out of range Menu Select Menu to save result and display Main Menu screen.
  • Page 66 Example Control Results When the control test result Example is inside the range on the test Range (mmol/L) strip container, the test strips Level 1 1.4-3.1 Level 2 14.2-19.1 and the meter are working properly. The label on your test strip container shows the If the control test result is within acceptable ranges for both...
  • Page 67 If the control test result is If “HI” is displayed, the control If “LO” is displayed, the control outside of the acceptable range, test result may be above the test result may be below the “Out of range” appears on the measurement range.
  • Page 68 If the meter stored No Entry for the control solution level, then “---” appears with no indication of in or out of range. 50839_06434240002.indb 66 7/2/12 3:25 PM...
  • Page 69 Out-of-Range Control Test Results If your control test result is not inside the acceptable range, here are some things you can do to solve the problem: Troubleshooting Checks Actions 1. Were either test strips or control solutions expired? Discard the test strips or control solutions if either is past the use by date.
  • Page 70 Troubleshooting Checks Actions 6. Did you follow the directions? Read Chapter 3, Control Testing and repeat the control test. Call the Accu-Chek Enquiry Line on 1800 251 816, if you still have problems. 7. Did you chose the correct control solution level, If you chose the wrong control solution level, you either 1 or 2, when you performed the test? can still compare the control result to the range...

  • Page 71: Managing Your Data

    Managing Your Data 4.1 Overview 4.2 Viewing or Modifying Your Data 4.3 Adding New Data 4.4 Reporting Your Data 4.5 Downloading Your Data to a Computer 50839_06434240002.indb 69 7/2/12 3:25 PM...

  • Page 72: Overview

    The reports the meter displays help you get the most from your Accu-Chek Aviva Expert meter. From the diary records stored in the meter, you are able to view a specific blood glucose test record with its attributes (e.g., meal time, carbs, health event, and bolus).
  • Page 73 Storing Test Results The meter automatically stores up to 1,000 diary records with the time and date. You can review up to 250 diary records on the meter or up to 1,000 diary records using a computer with compatible software. Diary records are stored from the newest to the oldest. It is very important to have the correct time and date set.
  • Page 74 NOTE • Do not change your therapy based on one individual record or test result in the diary. • This chapter shows sample screens. The screens may look slightly different from the screens on the meter. If you have any questions about the meter screens, call the Accu-Chek Enquiry Line on 1800 251 816.

  • Page 75: Viewing Or Modifying Your Data

    4.2 Viewing or Modifying Your Data The View Data screen displays the following information: Date of Record(s) Carbs Icon Time of Blood Unit of Measure Glucose Test Blood Glucose Test Result Blood Glucose Test Bolus Icon Icon Select View Meal Time Icon Change meter display between blood glucose, bolus, and carbs views.
  • Page 76 NOTE • If data are not available, the No Data Available screen is displayed. • The View Data screen displays the records in the order in which they occurred with the most recent record shown on top. • For the blood glucose test result: •...
  • Page 77 Refer to the following for icon descriptions: Icon Icon Name Description bG Test Icon is displayed when information exists for this diary record regarding a blood glucose test. Meal Time Icon is displayed when information exists for this diary record regarding meal time.
  • Page 78 You can view a diary record with its attributes (blood glucose value, meal time, carbs, health event, bolus, and basal). Main Menu > My Data > View Data From the Main Menu, select Select View Data and press My Data and press =. 50839_06434240002.indb 76 7/2/12 3:25 PM...
  • Page 79 Blood Glucose View: Bolus View: Carbs View: Shown above are View Data screens that display values for blood glucose, bolus, or carbs. To choose another view, press (a pop-up menu appears). Select the view you want and press =. Press to view other records (the screen scrolls if there are additional records).
  • Page 80 NOTE • To cancel changes or return to the View Detail screen, select Cancel. • Scroll down to select the Basal entry field. Press < to view the previous Select the entry field to modify record or press to view the and press =.
  • Page 81 The following fields cannot be modified with the specified condition: Fields Cannot be modified if the … Bolus Blood glucose test result was below the hypo warning limit Meal Time Record has no blood glucose value Meal Time, Carbs, Health Event, Record has been used for bolus advice Bolus, and Basal 50839_06434240002.indb 79...

  • Page 82: Adding New Data

    4.3 Adding New Data You can add data to a diary record for carbs, health, bolus, and basal. The Add Data screen displays the following information: Time Entry Field Carbs Entry Field Date Entry Field Health Entry Field Bolus Entry Field Save Appears once data scroll down...
  • Page 83 Main Menu > My Data > Add Data From the Main Menu, select Select Add Data and press =. Select an entry field and press My Data and press =. Make addition in the entry field and press =. Make additions to other entry fields, as needed.
  • Page 84 NOTE • The meter initially displays the current date and the current time. You can change the date and time when adding a diary record, although the date and time cannot be set in the future. • Before a diary record can be saved, data must be entered (not including date and time). “Save” is not displayed above until data has been entered.

  • Page 85: Reporting Your Data

    4.4 Reporting Your Data Time Range Blood Glucose Standard Deviation Meal Times Calculated for the time range Number of Tests Used to calculate the averages and standard deviations. Blood Glucose Average Calculated for the time range NOTE • If data are not available to calculate averages, the No Data Available screen is displayed. •...
  • Page 86 Reporting Your Blood Glucose Averages The meter displays your blood glucose averages and standard deviations for the time range you choose (7, 14, 30, 60, or 90 days). Main Menu > My Data > Reports > bG Averages From the Main Menu, select Select Reports and press =.
  • Page 87 The blood glucose averages are displayed. To display blood glucose averages for another time range (last 7, 14, 30, 60, or 90 days), press either < > to scroll the screen until you reach the time range you need. To return to the Reports screen, select Back.
  • Page 88 Reporting Your Data Trends The meter displays your blood glucose record trends for the time range you choose (last 8 hours, 24 hours, 48 hours, or 7 days). Main Menu > My Data > Reports > Trend Select Reports and press =. From the Main Menu, select Select Trend and press =.
  • Page 89 Trend Graph Screen Time Range Bolus Icon Bolus Unit of Measure Meal Time Selection Maximum Bolus Amount Blood Glucose Unit of Indicator Measure Maximum Carbs Amount Blood Glucose Icon Indicator Times or Days of Carbs Unit of Measure Month Carbs Icon Bolus Value Arrow Blue bar: Height shown is in relation...
  • Page 90 NOTE • If data are not available to display the trend graph, the No Data Available screen is displayed. • Trend graphs do not include corrupt results or control results. • If (time change icon) is shown at the bottom of the Trend Graph screen, the time and date of one or more data points in the trend graph may not match the time stamp in My Data because the meter clock has been changed.
  • Page 91 NOTE • On the right side of the graph, the maximum bolus amount indicator is a horizontal line with the corresponding value shown above it. The purpose of this indicator is to scale the top portion of the graph for the bolus value blue bars. The maximum bolus amount indicator values available on the meter are 1, 5, 15, 30, and 60 U.
  • Page 92 Trend Graph To display a trend graph for Press to display the table another meal time selection (proceed to the next section (Overall, Pre Meal, Post Meal, for more information). Bedtime, or Other), press either to highlight To return to the Reports the meal time selection field screen, select Back.
  • Page 93 Trend Table Screen Time Range Carbs Icon with Carbs Unit of Measure Meal Time Selection Bolus Icon with the Bolus Unit Date of Records of Measure Blood Glucose Icon with Blood Glucose Unit of Measure Time Change Icon Only shown when meter time has been changed for this data.
  • Page 94 NOTE • If data are not available to display the trend table, the No Data Available screen is displayed. • Trend tables do not include corrupt results or control results. • If (time change icon) is shown at the bottom of the Trend Table screen, the time and date of one or more data points in the trend table may not match the time stamp in My Data because the meter clock has been changed.
  • Page 95 Trend Table To display a trend table for To display a trend table for another time range (last another meal time selection 8 hours, 24 hours, 48 hours, or (Overall, Pre Meal, Post Meal, 7 days), press to highlight Bedtime, or Other), press the time range selection field either to highlight...
  • Page 96 NOTE Press to display the graph The meter saves the current settings (time range, meal time, and (see previous section for more table view) when you select Back or when the meter turns off. information). To return to the Reports screen, select Back.
  • Page 97 Reporting Your Standard Day The meter displays (for a standard day) your blood glucose averages, number of tests, and standard deviations within predetermined time blocks for the time range you choose (last 7, 14, 30, 60, or 90 days). Main Menu > My Data > Reports > Standard Day From the Main Menu, select Select Reports and press =.
  • Page 98 Standard Day Graph Screen Time Range Box for Each Time Block • “X” in center of box indicates the Meal Time Selection average of all blood glucose test Blood Glucose Unit of results for the selected criteria. Measure • The top of the box indicates 1 standard deviation above the Blood Glucose Icon average and the bottom of the...
  • Page 99 NOTE • If data are not available to display the standard day graph, the No Data Available screen is displayed. • The standard day graph does not include corrupt results, control results, HI values, or LO values. 50839_06434240002.indb 97 7/2/12 3:25 PM...
  • Page 100 Standard Day Graph Press to display the Table To display a standard day graph for another meal (proceed to the next section for time selection (Overall, Pre more information). Meal, Post Meal, Bedtime, To return to the Reports screen, or Other), press either select Back.
  • Page 101 Standard Day Table Screen Time Range Standard Deviation (SD) Meal Time Selection Number of Tests Time Block Blood Glucose Average NOTE • If data are not available to display the standard day table, the No Data Available screen is displayed. •...
  • Page 102 Standard Day Table To display a standard day table To display a standard day table for another time range (last for another meal time selection 7, 14, 30, 60, or 90 days), (Overall, Pre Meal, Post Meal, press to highlight the time Bedtime, or Other), press either range selection field (top of to highlight the meal...
  • Page 103 NOTE Press to display the Graph The meter saves the current settings (time range, meal time, and (see previous section for more table view) when you select Back or when the meter turns off. information). To return to the Reports screen, select Back.
  • Page 104 Reporting Your Standard Week The meter displays (for a standard week) your blood glucose averages, number of tests, and standard deviations for each day of the week for the time range you choose (last 7, 14, 30, 60, or 90 days). Main Menu >...
  • Page 105 Standard Week Graph Screen Time Range Arrow Indicates blood glucose average is off the Meal Time Selection top of the graph (“X” is not displayed). Blood Glucose Unit of Box for Each Time Block Measure • “X” in center of box indicates the average Blood Glucose Icon of all blood glucose test results for the selected criteria.
  • Page 106 Standard Week Graph To display a standard week Press to display the table graph for another meal (proceed to the next section for time selection (Overall, Pre more information). Meal, Post Meal, Bedtime, To return to the Reports or Other), press either screen, select Back.
  • Page 107 Standard Week Table Screen Time Range Standard Deviation (SD) Meal Time Selection Number of Tests Day of Week Blood Glucose Average NOTE • If data are not available to display the standard week table, the No Data Available screen is displayed. •...
  • Page 108 Standard Week Table To display a standard week To display a standard week table for another time range graph for another meal time (last 7, 14, 30, 60, or 90 days), selection (Overall, Pre Meal, select the time range selection Post Meal, Bedtime, or Other), field (top of screen).
  • Page 109 NOTE Press to display the graph The meter saves the current settings (time range, meal time, and (see previous section for more table view) when you select Back or when the meter turns off. information). To return to the Reports screen, select Back.
  • Page 110 Reporting Your Target The meter displays a pie chart illustrating your blood glucose records as “Above,” “Within,” “Below,” and “Hypo” for the time range you choose (last 7, 14, 30, 60, or 90 days). Main Menu > My Data > Reports > Target From the Main Menu, select My Data and press =.
  • Page 111 Select Reports and press =. Select Target and press =. 50839_06434240002.indb 109 7/2/12 3:25 PM...
  • Page 112 Target Graph Screen Time Range Meal Time Selection Legend Pie Chart Blood glucose test result Represents the percentages for the categories. blood glucose test result categories. NOTE • If data are not available to display the target graph, the No Data Available screen is displayed. •...
  • Page 113 Target Graph To display a target graph for Press to display the table another meal time selection (proceed to the next section for (Overall, Pre Meal, Post Meal, more information). Bedtime, or Other), press To return to the Reports either to highlight screen, select Back.
  • Page 114 Target Table Screen Time Range Meal Time Selection Legend Percentage of Occurrence Blood glucose test result categories NOTE • If results or data are not available for the selected time period and meal time, the No Data Available screen is displayed. •...
  • Page 115 Target Table To display a target table for Press to display the Target another meal time selection Graph (see previous section for (Overall, Pre Meal, Post Meal, more information). Bedtime, or Other), press To return to the Reports either to highlight screen, select Back.

  • Page 116: Downloading Your Data To A Computer

    4.5 Downloading Your Data to a Computer You can transfer your stored results to a computer to track, identify patterns, and print. Install the software according Run the software program and to the instructions. follow the instructions about Connect the computer cable how to download information.
  • Page 117 Infrared (IR) Window Select Data Transfer and press Locate the infrared (IR) window Follow the prompts on your on the top of the meter. computer software to start the Locate the IR window on the data transfer. computer’s infrared cable. Point the two IR windows toward each other.
  • Page 118 NOTE If the data did not transfer successfully, turn the meter off, turn the meter back on, and try again. If you still have problems, call the Accu-Chek Enquiry Line on 1800 251 816. Once the data transfer is complete, the Data Transfer Complete screen is displayed for 3 seconds and then the meter turns off.

  • Page 119: Changing Meter Settings

    Changing Meter Settings 5.1 Overview 5.2 Setting bG Test Reminders: After High bG, After Low bG, After Meal 5.3 Setting Alarm Clock Reminders: bG Test, Injection, Other 5.4 Setting Date Reminders: Dr. Visit, Lab Test 5.5 Setting Bolus Advice for the First Time 5.6 Setting Time Blocks, Health Events, Advice Options: Bolus Advice Set Up 5.7 Setting Warning Limits: Hyper, Hypo 5.8 Turning Key Lock On or Off...

  • Page 120: Overview

    5.1 Overview You have the flexibility to change the Accu-Chek Aviva Expert meter settings that you initially selected during the Setup Wizard process. You can make adjustments to the meter settings in order to meet changing conditions. Consult with your healthcare professional to ensure the appropriate settings are selected.

  • Page 121: Setting Bg Test Reminders: After High Bg, After Low Bg, After Meal

    5.2 Setting bG Test Reminders: After High bG, After Low bG, After Meal bG Test Reminders: Important Information • At the scheduled time, the meter turns on and displays the reminder (if a test strip has not been inserted). However, if the meter is already on when the reminder is scheduled and no blood glucose test was performed, the reminder is displayed when the meter turns off.
  • Page 122 Main Menu > Settings > Reminders > bG Test Reminders From the Main Menu, select Select Reminders and press Select bG Test Reminders and Settings and press =. press =. 50839_06434240002.indb 120 7/2/12 3:25 PM...
  • Page 123 To Change the bG Threshold: Select the bG Threshold entry field and press =. Set the bG Threshold level and press =. To Change the Remind After Time: Select the Remind After entry Select either After High bG, To Turn the After High bG field and press =.
  • Page 124 To Change the bG Threshold: Select the bG Threshold entry field and press =. Set the bG Threshold level and press =. To Change the Remind After Time: Select the Remind After entry To Turn the After Low bG To Turn the After Meal field and press =.
  • Page 125 NOTE To Change the Remind After • Remind After is displayed Time: as “HH:MM” (e.g., 1:30) Select the Remind After entry where “H” is hour and “M” field and press =. is minute. Set the amount of time after • When the meter is a meal (carb entry larger than the snack size) you want to be displaying the Remind After...

  • Page 126: Setting Alarm Clock Reminders: Bg Test, Injection, Other

    5.3 Setting Alarm Clock Reminders: bG Test, Injection, Other Alarm clock reminders are a helpful way to remind you to test your blood glucose, or for any other daily appointment. You can set up to eight reminders per day. Alarm Clock Reminders: Important Information •...
  • Page 127 • When you perform a blood glucose test, the meter dismisses alarm clock bG test reminders which are pending within the next 30 minutes. • When you enter basal insulin data, the meter dismisses alarm clock injection reminders which are pending within the next 30 minutes.
  • Page 128 Main Menu > Settings > Reminders > Alarm Clock From the Main Menu, select Select Reminders and press Select Alarm Clock and press Settings and press =. 50839_06434240002.indb 126 7/2/12 3:25 PM...
  • Page 129 To Turn a Reminder Off: Select the type of reminder entry field (i.e., bG Test, Injection, or Other) and press Select Off and press =. Repeat the above steps to turn additional reminders off. To Turn On or Change a Reminder: To save the changes and Select the time entry field for a...
  • Page 130 NOTE • To cancel changes or return to the Reminders screen, select Cancel. • Time for the alarm clock reminders can be set in 15-minute increments, where “HH” is hour, “MM” is minutes, and with “am” or “pm” for the 12-hour format. •...

  • Page 131: Setting Date Reminders: Dr. Visit, Lab Test

    5.4 Setting Date Reminders: Dr. Visit, Lab Test Date reminders are a helpful way to remind you of an upcoming Dr. Visit or Lab Test. Date Reminders: Important Information • Displayed when you turn the meter on and a test strip has not been inserted. •...
  • Page 132 Main Menu > Settings > Reminders > Date Reminders From the Main Menu, select Select Reminders and press Select Date Reminders and Settings and press =. press =. 50839_06434240002.indb 130 7/2/12 3:25 PM...
  • Page 133 To Set the Date: Select the Date entry field and press =. Set the day and press =. Set the month and press =. Set the year and press =. To Set the Time (Optional): Select the Time entry field and Select either Dr.
  • Page 134 To Set the Date: Select the Date entry field and press =. Set the day and press =. Set the month and press =. Set the year and press =. To Set the Time (Optional): Select the Time entry field and To Turn the Lab Test press =.
  • Page 135 NOTE • Setting a time for a date reminder is optional. If you choose not to set a time, ensure the Time entry field value is “--:--” (no entry). • To cancel changes or to return to the Date Reminders screen, select Cancel. •...

  • Page 136: Setting Bolus Advice For The First Time

    5.5 Setting Bolus Advice for the First Time Set Up Bolus Advice If you did not set up bolus advice when you went through the Setup Wizard and have now decided to utilize bolus advice, proceed with this section. Once you do set up bolus advice, you cannot turn it off. It is suggested that you review the information in the Getting Started Guide before continuing.
  • Page 137 Time Blocks-Bolus Advice Screen Time Block Start Time Time Block End Time Target Range Lower Target Range Upper Limit Value Limit Value Carb Ratio–Number of Carbs Carb Ratio–Number of Insulin Units scroll down Insulin Sensitivity– Scroll Bar Number of Insulin Units Insulin Sensitivity–Change in Glucose Level 50839_06434240002.indb 135...
  • Page 138 Main Menu > Settings > Bolus Advice From the Main Menu, select Select Bolus Advice and press If you do NOT want to set up Settings and press =. bolus advice, select No to return to the Settings screen. To set up bolus advice, select Yes and continue to the next step.
  • Page 139 scroll down To Change Time Blocks: To continue, select Next. Select a time block to edit and press =. To Change the End Time: Select the End Time entry field and press =. Set the end time and press 50839_06434240002.indb 137 7/2/12 3:25 PM...
  • Page 140 To Change the Target Range: To Change the Insulin Select the entry field for the Sensitivity: lower value of the target range Select the entry field for the and press =. number of insulin units and Set the value and press =. press =.
  • Page 141 Return to step 5 to change Select the End Time entry field Select the End Time entry field another Time Block. and press =. and press =. Continue in order to add or Set the end time of the Set the end time to match the remove time blocks, otherwise selected time block and press start time of the time block...
  • Page 142 To Change the Snack Size: Select the Snack Size entry field and press =. Set the snack size amount and press =. To Change the Acting Time: Select the Acting Time entry field and press =. To Change the Meal Rise: To Change the Health Events: Set the acting time duration Select the meal rise entry field...
  • Page 143 Select OK. To return to the Settings screen, select Back. 50839_06434240002.indb 141 7/2/12 3:25 PM...
  • Page 144 Bolus Advice Options Meal rise, snack size, acting time, and offset time are Bolus Advice Options. Below are detailed descriptions of each of these settings. Meal Rise During or after meals, an increase in blood glucose levels is considered normal within a certain range, even though a meal bolus has been delivered.

  • Page 145: Setting Time Blocks, Health Events, Advice Options: Bolus Advice Set Up

    5.6 Setting Time Blocks, Health Events, Advice Options: Bolus Advice Set Up If bolus advice has been set up, use this section for: • Adding or removing time blocks • Changing the time of day when time blocks occur • Changing the values for target range, carb ratio, and insulin sensitivity for any time block •...
  • Page 146 Setting Time Blocks–Bolus Advice is Set Up Main Menu > Settings > Bolus Advice > Time Blocks From the Main Menu, select Select Bolus Advice and press Select Time Blocks and press Settings and press =. 50839_06434240002.indb 144 7/2/12 3:25 PM...
  • Page 147 To Add a Time Block: To Remove a Time Block: Select the last time block and Select the time block you want press =. to remove and press =. To Add or Remove Time Blocks: If you do not need to add or remove time blocks, then Select the End Time entry field proceed to “To Change the Time...
  • Page 148 Set the value and press =. To Change the Carb Ratio: Select the entry field for the number of insulin units and press =. Set the number of insulin units and press =. Select the entry field for the Select the End Time entry field To Change the End Time: amount of carbs and press and press =.
  • Page 149 Select the entry field for the insulin sensitivity level and press =. Set the insulin sensitivity level and press =. Select Save. To change another time block, select the time block and press =. Return to step 5. To return to the Bolus Advice screen, select Back.
  • Page 150 Setting Health Events–Bolus Advice is Set Up Main Menu > Settings > Bolus Advice > Health Events From the Main Menu, select Select Bolus Advice and press Select Health Events and press Settings and press =. 50839_06434240002.indb 148 7/2/12 3:25 PM...
  • Page 151 To Change the Health Events: Select the entry field of the health event to be changed and press =. Set the percentage and press Repeat the previous steps to change other health events. To save the changes and return to the Bolus Advice screen, select Save.
  • Page 152 Setting Bolus Advice Options–Bolus Advice is Set Up Main Menu > Settings > Bolus Advice > Advice Options From the Main Menu, select Select Bolus Advice and press Select Advice Options and Settings and press =. press =. 50839_06434240002.indb 150 7/2/12 3:25 PM...
  • Page 153 To Change the Snack Size: If you did not change the snack Select the Snack Size entry size, the meter returns to the field and press =. Bolus Advice screen. Set the snack size amount and press =. To Change the Acting Time: Select Acting Time entry field and press =.

  • Page 154: Setting Warning Limits: Hyper, Hypo

    5.7 Setting Warning Limits: Hyper, Hypo You can set blood glucose warning limits for hyperglycemia (Hyper) or hypoglycemia (Hypo) conditions. Once these blood glucose limit values have been set, if your test result is above the hyper warning limit, the meter displays the Above Hyper Warning Limit message: “Consider checking for ketones, bG and insulin regularly.”...
  • Page 155 Main Menu > Settings > Meter > Warning Limits From the Main Menu, select Select Meter and press =. Select Warning Limits and Settings and press =. press =. 50839_06434240002.indb 153 7/2/12 3:25 PM...
  • Page 156 To Change the Hypo Blood Glucose Level: Select the hypo entry field and press =. Set the hypo (lower) blood glucose level and press =. To save the changes and To Change the Hyper Blood return to the Meter Menu screen, select Save.

  • Page 157: Turning Key Lock On Or Off

    5.8 Turning Key Lock On or Off The key lock feature allows you to lock all of the buttons on the meter, except for the power button. This serves as a safety measure against unintentional activation of meter functions. 50839_06434240002.indb 155 7/2/12 3:25 PM...
  • Page 158 Main Menu > Settings > Meter > Key Lock From the Main Menu, select Select Meter and press =. Select Key Lock and press =. Settings and press =. 50839_06434240002.indb 156 7/2/12 3:25 PM...
  • Page 159 Key Lock: Important Information When the buttons are locked, you can still turn the meter on and off. You can also adjust the backlight. The buttons are unlocked when a test strip is inserted Press to display the Key If the buttons are locked when into the meter and remain Lock pop-up menu.

  • Page 160: Setting The Language

    5.9 Setting the Language You can select a language from the predefined list. 50839_06434240002.indb 158 7/2/12 3:25 PM...
  • Page 161 Main Menu > Settings > Meter > Language From the Main Menu, select Select Meter and press =. Select Language and press Settings and press =. 50839_06434240002.indb 159 7/2/12 3:25 PM...
  • Page 162 Press to display the Language options. Select the desired language and press =. To save the change and return to the Meter Menu screen, select Save. 50839_06434240002.indb 160 7/2/12 3:25 PM...

  • Page 163: Setting Units: Carbs, Insulin Increment, Max Bolus

    5.10 Setting Units: Carbs, Insulin Increment, Max Bolus You can set up the meter for different carbohydrate (carbs) units (Grams, BE, KE, or CC). The insulin increment can be set to either 0.5 or 1U. You can set the max bolus for any whole number between 0 and 50.
  • Page 164 Main Menu > Settings > Meter > Units From the Main Menu, select Select Meter and press =. Select Units and press =. Settings and press =. 50839_06434240002.indb 162 7/2/12 3:25 PM...
  • Page 165 NOTE Set the max bolus level and For more information on the press =. units for carbohydrates and carbohydrate equivalents, see To save the changes and Appendix B, “Carb Units.” return to the Meter Menu screen, select Save. Press to display the list of units for carbs.

  • Page 166: Setting The Beeper, Vibrate, Key Sound

    5.11 Setting the Beeper, Vibrate, Key Sound You can set up the meter for sound mode and/or vibrate mode. The meter features different sound (beeper) tones. Sounds may occur for: • Button presses • Errors • Warnings • Reminders NOTE •...
  • Page 167 Main Menu > Settings > Sound/Vibrate To Change the Beeper Sound From the Main Menu, select Select Sound/Vibrate and Settings and press =. press =. Level: Select the Beeper entry field and press =. Select the beeper sound level (Off, Low, Medium, or High) and press =.
  • Page 168 To Change the Key Sound: Select the Key Sound entry field and press =. Select the key sound mode (On or Off) and press =. To save the changes and return to the Settings Menu screen, select Save. 50839_06434240002.indb 166 7/2/12 3:25 PM...

  • Page 169: Setting The Time Format, Time, Date

    5.12 Setting the Time Format, Time, Date NOTE • Changing the date and time will impact the trend graph and the trend table (see Reporting Your Data Trends in Section 4.4, Reporting Your Data). • For 12-hour time format, time is displayed as “HH:MM A/P” (example: 3:53 pm) and for 24-hour time format, time is displayed as “HH:MM”...
  • Page 170 Main Menu > Settings > Time/Date From the Main Menu, select Select Time/Date and press To Change the Time Format: Settings and press =. Select the Time Format entry field and press =. Select 12-hr or 24-hr time format and press =. To Change the Time: Select the Time entry field and press =.
  • Page 171 To Change the Date: Select the Date entry field and press =. Set the day and press =. Set the month and press =. Set the year and press =. To save the changes and return to the Settings Menu screen, select Save.

  • Page 172: Setting Time Blocks: Bolus Advice Not Set Up

    5.13 Setting Time Blocks: Bolus Advice Not Set Up This section is for changing, adding, and removing time blocks only if bolus advice has not been set up. For each time block, you can set up different blood glucose target ranges. It is suggested that you review the Getting Started Guide before continuing.
  • Page 173 Change End Time, Target Range Lower Value, and/or Target Range Upper Value Main Menu > Settings > Time Blocks From the Main Menu, select Time Blocks does not appear if Select the time block to edit Settings and press =. bolus advice has been set up.
  • Page 174 Set the value and press =. To save the changes and return to the Time Blocks screen, select Save. To Change the End Time: Repeat steps 3 and 4 to Select the End Time entry field change another time block. and press =.
  • Page 175 NOTE • When you set the end time, the meter sets this end time as the start time for the next time block. • The end time can be set in 30-minute increments. • To cancel changes press ,. 50839_06434240002.indb 173 7/2/12 3:25 PM...
  • Page 176 Add a Time Block Main Menu > Settings > Time Blocks From the Main Menu, select Time Blocks does not appear if Select the last time block and Settings and press =. bolus advice has been set up. press =. Select time blocks and press 50839_06434240002.indb 174 7/2/12 3:25 PM...
  • Page 177 Update the end times and target ranges for all time blocks, as needed. See “Change End Time, Target Range Lower Value, and/or Target Range Upper Value” in this section. Select the End Time entry field and press =. Set the end time of the selected time block and press =.
  • Page 178 Remove a Time Block Main Menu > Settings > Time Blocks From the Main Menu, select Time Blocks does not appear if Select the time block you want Settings and press =. bolus advice has been set up. to remove and press =. Select time blocks and press 50839_06434240002.indb 176 7/2/12 3:25 PM...
  • Page 179 Update the end times and target ranges for the remaining time blocks, as needed. See “Change End Time, Target Range Lower Value, and/or Target Range Upper Value” in this section. Select the End Time entry field and press =. Set the End Time to match the start time of the time block and press =.

  • Page 180: Backlight Settings

    5.14 Backlight Settings The backlight on your Accu-Chek Aviva Expert meter NOTE helps you read the information on the meter display under different lighting conditions. You can adjust the • When the meter is turned on, the backlight is backlight level by pressing the backlight button on set to medium.

  • Page 181: Icons, Reminders, Warnings, And Errors

    Icons, Reminders, Warnings, and Errors 6.1 Overview 6.2 List of Icons 6.3 Confirming a Reminder, Warning, or Error 6.4 List of Reminders 6.5 List of Warnings 6.6 List of Errors 50839_06434240002.indb 179 7/2/12 3:25 PM...

  • Page 182: Overview

    6.1 Overview This chapter provides you with detailed listings of all the icons, reminders, warnings, and errors included in the meter. NOTE Blood glucose and bG are interchangeable and mean the same thing. 50839_06434240002.indb 180 7/2/12 3:25 PM...

  • Page 183: List Of Icons

    6.2 List of Icons The icons and icon names in the meter are: Icon Name Icon Icon Name Icon Add Data Control Test Analyzing Date Basal Insulin Download (Data Transfer) Error Beeper Blood Glucose Averages Health Low Battery Blood Glucose Test Meal Time Bolus Advice Meter...
  • Page 184 Icon Name Icon Icon Name Icon Reminder Time Block (Settings) Time Change Reminders (Settings) Time/Date (Settings) Reports Vibrate Settings View Data Sound/Vibrate (Settings) Warning Time 50839_06434240002.indb 182 7/2/12 3:25 PM...

  • Page 185: Confirming A Reminder, Warning, Or Error

    6.3 Confirming a Reminder, Warning, or Error To confirm (or dismiss) most reminders or warnings, press .. Some error messages require a different confirmation, such as “Retest with new Strip” or “Replace batteries now.” To place some reminders in the snooze mode, press ,.

  • Page 186: List Of Reminders

    6.4 List of Reminders Reminder Screen Example Reminder Icon Reminder Title Snooze Reminder Message Reschedule the reminder. This is not available for all Dismiss reminders. NOTE • The meter beeps when it displays any reminder if the beeper setting is on. •...
  • Page 187 For instructions on how to set up meter reminders, see Chapter 5, Changing Meter Settings. The reminders available on the meter are: Reminder Title Reminder Message Left Soft Key Right Soft Key Snooze Time After Meal Retest Carbs entry higher than Snack Snooze Dismiss 5 minutes...
  • Page 188 Reminder Title Reminder Message Left Soft Key Right Soft Key Snooze Time Dr. Visit Tomorrow If the Dr. Visit time has been Dismiss set: You have a Dr. Appointment tomorrow at (Settings Dr. Visit Time)¹ Or, if the Dr. Visit time has not been set: You have a Dr.
  • Page 189 Reminder Title Reminder Message Left Soft Key Right Soft Key Snooze Time Lab Test Tomorrow If the Lab Test time has been Dismiss set: You have a Lab Test tomorrow at (Settings Lab Test Time) Or, if the Lab Test time has not been set: You have a Lab Test tomorrow Low bG Retest...
  • Page 190 Reminders: Important Information • When two or more event reminders occur at the same time, the meter displays the event reminder with the highest priority first: 1. bG test reminders (After High bG, After Low bG, and After Meal) 2. Alarm clock reminders (bG Test, Injection, and Other) 3.
  • Page 191 Low bG Retest Reminder • When your blood glucose test result is less than the low blood glucose threshold setting you have set up (see Chapter 5, Changing Meter Settings), then the meter schedules a low bG retest reminder for the time duration you have set up.
  • Page 192 High bG Retest Reminder • When your blood glucose test result is greater than the high blood glucose threshold setting you have set up (see Chapter 5, Changing Meter Settings), then the meter schedules a high bG retest reminder for the time duration you have set up.
  • Page 193 After Meal Reminder • When you enter carbohydrates into the diary through one of the following screens and the carbohydrates entered are greater than the snack size setting, then the meter schedules an after meal reminder for the time duration you have set up (see Chapter 5, Changing Meter Settings). The meter maintains the duration of this scheduled reminder regardless of meter time and date changes.
  • Page 194 Alarm Clock Reminders for bG Test, Injection, and Other • At the scheduled time, the meter turns on and displays the reminder (if a test strip has not been inserted). • When the meter displays an Alarm Clock reminder and you do not press any meter buttons, after 30 seconds the meter turns off and displays the reminder again in 2 minutes.
  • Page 195 • Injection Alarm Clock Reminder • If the meter is already on when the reminder is scheduled and no basal insulin data was entered, the reminder is displayed when the meter turns off. • Dismiss all active injection reminders by pressing .. •...

  • Page 196: List Of Warnings

    6.5 List of Warnings Warning Screen Example Warning Icon Warning Title Warning Message Only shown on a few Yes or OK warning screens. NOTE The meter beeps when it displays a warning if the beeper setting is on. 50839_06434240002.indb 194 7/2/12 3:25 PM...
  • Page 197 The warnings the meter may display are: Warning Title Warning Message Left Soft Key Right Soft Key Above Hyper Warning Consider checking for ketones, bG and Limit insulin regularly Beep/Vibrate Off Beep and Vibrate settings cannot both be turned off at same time Below Hypo Warning Limit Eat fast carbs of at least (number of carbs) Retest bG Bolus Advice...
  • Page 198 Warning Title Warning Message Left Soft Key Right Soft Key Code Key Missing Turn off Meter and insert valid Code Key Corrupt Language Choose another language Diary Entry Used For Diary entry used for Advice, modifications Advice not allowed Diary Results Expired New data cannot be saved with this record HI bG Warning Consider checking bG, ketones and insulin...
  • Page 199 Warning Title Warning Message Left Soft Key Right Soft Key Invalid Record Time/Date Record time/date must be older than the current meter time/date Invalid Target Range Lower target range value above upper target range value Invalid Target Range Range selected conflicts with Hyper and/or Hypo Warning Limit settings LO bG Warning Retest bG.

  • Page 200: List Of Errors

    6.6 List of Errors Error Screen Example Error Icon Error Title Menu Error Message This option is not available for all errors. NOTE The meter beeps when it displays an error, even if the beeper setting is turned off. 50839_06434240002.indb 198 7/2/12 3:25 PM...
  • Page 201 The errors the meter may display are: Error Title Error Message Left Soft Key Right Soft Key E-51 Reinsert or replace with new Strip Bad Strip Error E-52 Turn Meter off, reinsert or replace Code Key Menu Code Key Error E-53 Retest with new Strip Bad Test Error...
  • Page 202 Error Title Error Message Left Soft Key Right Soft Key E-59 Replace batteries now Battery Empty E-60 Correct time/date if necessary Menu Time/Date Error On the meter display, the activation chip is referred to as a code key. Code key and activation chip are interchangeable and mean the same thing.

  • Page 203: Care And Maintenance

    Care and Maintenance 7.1 Overview 7.2 Changing the Batteries 7.3 Power-Saving Tips 7.4 Cleaning the Meter 7.5 Maintenance and Testing 50839_06434240002.indb 201 7/2/12 3:25 PM...

  • Page 204: Overview

    7.1 Overview It is important to properly care for and maintain your Accu-Chek Aviva Expert meter. If you have any questions about the care and maintenance of your meter, call the Accu-Chek Enquiry Line on 1800 251 816. 50839_06434240002.indb 202...

  • Page 205: Changing The Batteries

    7.2 Changing the Batteries Remove the battery door Remove the old batteries from Put the battery door back in from the back of the meter by the meter. place and snap it closed. pushing the tab in the direction Insert three AAA batteries with of the arrow and pulling the the + and - ends matching door up.
  • Page 206 WARNING • Using batteries other than those supplied or recommended for use with the meter may significantly reduce the life of the batteries. Batteries other than those recommended may leak and corrode the battery contacts within the meter. Using batteries not supplied or recommended may void the warranty.
  • Page 207 NOTE • Alkaline batteries are recommended for use with the meter. • After you change the batteries, the meter prompts you to confirm the time and date settings. • It is a good idea to have spare, packaged batteries available. •...

  • Page 208: Power-Saving Tips

    7.3 Power-Saving Tips To conserve battery life: • Use the low beeper setting • Only turn the vibrate feature on when it is needed • Turn the meter off when you are finished rather than utilizing the auto power off feature 50839_06434240002.indb 206 7/2/12 3:26 PM...

  • Page 209: Cleaning The Meter

    7.4 Cleaning the Meter Caring for the meter is easy: Just keep it free of dust. If you need to clean it, follow these guidelines carefully to help you get the best performance possible: • Ensure the meter is off •...

  • Page 210: Maintenance And Testing

    7.5 Maintenance and Testing • The meter needs little or no maintenance with normal use. It automatically tests its own systems every time you turn it on and lets you know if something is wrong. For detailed information on troubleshooting the meter, see Chapter 8, Troubleshooting.

  • Page 211: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting 8.1 Overview 8.2 Troubleshooting the Accu-Chek Aviva Expert Meter 50839_06434240002.indb 209 7/2/12 3:26 PM...

  • Page 212: Overview

    8.1 Overview For most problems, the meter displays a message with a short description of the symptom and, along with it, a proposed solution. This chapter goes into more detail by describing the symptom, the possible cause, and the possible solution. If the possible solutions do not fix the problem, call the Accu-Chek Enquiry Line on 1800 251 816.

  • Page 213: Troubleshooting The Accu-Chek Aviva Expert Meter

    8.2 Troubleshooting the Accu-Chek Aviva Expert Meter Display Shows Possible Cause(s) Possible Solution(s) The display is blank Batteries are dead. Install new batteries. See Chapter 7, Care and or the meter will Maintenance. not turn on. Display is damaged. Call the Accu-Chek Enquiry Line on 1800 251 816.
  • Page 214 Display Shows Possible Cause(s) Possible Solution(s) Below Hypo Your test result is below the Treat your low blood glucose as recommended by Warning Limit hypo warning limit set in the your healthcare professional. meter. The meter displays a recommended number of carbohydrates for you to eat, and then retest your blood glucose.
  • Page 215 Display Shows Possible Cause(s) Possible Solution(s) Code Key Missing The activation chip is not Turn the meter off and and insert the activation inserted. chip. If you need an activation chip, please call the Accu-Chek Enquiry Line on 1800 251 816. Diary Entry Used The diary entry selected has Carefully confirm all information involving bolus...
  • Page 216 Display Shows Possible Cause(s) Possible Solution(s) E-51 Y our blood glucose may be If you see this error message after you applied blood Bad Strip Error extremely low. to the test strip: If you are experiencing any of the common symptoms of low blood sugar, contact your healthcare professional immediately.
  • Page 217 Display Shows Possible Cause(s) Possible Solution(s) E-53 A meter or test strip error has Discard the test strip and repeat the test. Bad Test Error occurred. Your blood glucose may be If this confirms how you feel, contact your extremely high. healthcare professional immediately.
  • Page 218 Display Shows Possible Cause(s) Possible Solution(s) E-54 Not enough blood or control Discard the test strip and repeat the test. Not Enough Sample solution was drawn into the test strip for measurement or was applied after the test has started. E-55 The code key is from an This message may appear when using a white...
  • Page 219 Display Shows Possible Cause(s) Possible Solution(s) E-58 The temperature is above or Move the meter to an area within the proper Temp. Error below the proper range for temperature range indicated for test strip use in the the meter. test strip package insert. Wait 5 minutes before turning the meter on.
  • Page 220 Display Shows Possible Cause(s) Possible Solution(s) Invalid Bolus The acting time value is less The acting time value must be set equal to or Advice Times than the offset time. greater than the offset time. Reset the acting time value or revise the offset time. Invalid Date The date entered is invalid Re-enter date.
  • Page 221 Display Shows Possible Cause(s) Possible Solution(s) Invalid Record The time/date entered is Re-enter time/date. Time/Date invalid (Add Data entries cannot be set to occur in the future). Invalid Target The lower target range value Reset the target range values. Range is above the upper target Enter the correct lower target range value and range value.
  • Page 222 Display Shows Possible Cause(s) Possible Solution(s) No bG with Bolus You have not tested your bG It is recommended to test bG before delivering and are attempting to deliver insulin. a bolus. Test Strips Expiring The test strips expire at the This message may appear when using a white end of the current month.

  • Page 223: Technical Information

    Technical Information 9.1 Overview 9.2 Product Limitations 9.3 Specifications 9.4 Product Safety Information 9.5 Disposing of the Meter 9.6 Guarantee 9.7 Additional Supplies 9.8 Information for Healthcare Professionals 50839_06434240002.indb 221 7/2/12 3:26 PM...

  • Page 224: Overview

    9.1 Overview This chapter provides you with important performance information regarding the meter. 50839_06434240002.indb 222 7/2/12 3:26 PM...

  • Page 225: Product Limitations

    9.2 Product Limitations Please read the literature packaged with your test strips to find the latest information on product specifications and limitations. 50839_06434240002.indb 223 7/2/12 3:26 PM...

  • Page 226: Specifications

    9.3 Specifications Blood volume Refer to the test strip package insert. Sample type Fresh whole blood Measuring time Refer to the test strip package insert. Measuring range Refer to the test strip package insert. Test strip storage conditions Refer to the test strip package insert. Meter storage conditions -20 to 50 ºC (with batteries inserted)
  • Page 227 Weight Approximately 103 g (3.6 oz) with batteries inserted. Construction Hand-held Protection class Meter type The Accu-Chek Aviva Expert meter is suitable for continuous operation. Control solution storage conditions 2 to 32 °C Interface IR; LED/IRED – Class 1 50839_06434240002.indb 225...

  • Page 228: Product Safety Information

    Interference from the meter to other electrically-driven equipment is not to be anticipated. Performance Analysis The performance data for the Accu-Chek Aviva Expert system (Accu-Chek Aviva Expert meter with Accu-Chek Aviva test strips) were obtained using capillary blood from diabetic patients (method comparison, accuracy), venous blood (repeatability), and control solution (reproducibility).
  • Page 229 Measuring Principle Refer to your test strip package insert for more information. WARNING • Strong electromagnetic fields may interfere with the proper operation of the meter. Do not use this meter close to sources of strong electromagnetic radiation. • To avoid electrostatic discharge, do not use this meter in a very dry environment, especially one in which synthetic materials are present.

  • Page 230: Disposing Of The Meter

    9.5 Disposing of the Meter WARNING • During blood glucose measurement, the meter itself may come into contact with blood. Used meters therefore carry a risk of infection. Dispose of your used meter, after removing the batteries, according to the regulations applicable in your country. For information about correct disposal, contact your local council and authority.

  • Page 231: Guarantee

    9.6 Guarantee The statutory provisions on rights in consumer goods sales in the country of purchase shall apply. 50839_06434240002.indb 229 7/2/12 3:26 PM...

  • Page 232: Additional Supplies

    9.7 Additional Supplies Test Strips Accu-Chek Aviva test strips Control Solutions Accu-Chek Aviva control solutions 50839_06434240002.indb 230 7/2/12 3:26 PM...

  • Page 233: Information For Healthcare Professionals

    9.8 Information for Healthcare Professionals WARNING Healthcare Professionals: Follow the infection control procedures appropriate for your facility. A drop of fresh, whole blood is required to perform a blood glucose test. Refer to the test strip package insert for additional healthcare professional information. 50839_06434240002.indb 231 7/2/12 3:26 PM...
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  • Page 235 Appendices Appendix A: Abbreviations Abbreviation Definition Bread Equivalent (equal to 12 grams of carbohydrates) Blood Glucose °C Degrees Celsius (or Centigrade) Carbs Carbohydrates Carbohydrate Choice (equal to 15 grams of carbohydrates) Grams Hyper Hyperglycemia (high blood glucose) Hypo Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose) Infrared International Organization for Standardization 50839_06434240002.indb 233...
  • Page 236 Abbreviation Definition Kohlenhydrateinheit (Carbohydrate Unit, equal to 10 grams of carbohydrates) Liquid Crystal Display mmol/L Millimoles per Liter NIST National Institute of Standards and Technology (United States) Neutral Protamine Hagedorn Standard Deviation Units (basal insulin units) 50839_06434240002.indb 234 7/2/12 3:26 PM...
  • Page 237 Appendix B: Carb Units For carbohydrates, the following units of measure are available on the meter. Abbreviation Unit of Measurement Gram Equivalent Grams 1 gram Kohlenhydrateinheit (Carbohydrate Unit) 10 grams Bread Equivalent 12 grams Carbohydrate Choice 15 grams 50839_06434240002.indb 235 7/2/12 3:26 PM...
  • Page 238 Appendix C: Explanation of Symbols You may encounter the following symbols on the packaging, on the type plate (back of meter), and in the instructions for the meter, shown here with their meaning. Consult instructions for use Caution, refer to safety-related notes in the instructions for use accompanying this product. A NOTE is used to provide additional information.
  • Page 239 Appendix D: Meter Settings and Range Limits mmol/L Data Type Unit of Measurement MIN MAX Increments Default Setting Acting Time hours:minutes 1:30 8:00 0:15 4:00 Basal Insulin Units Insulin Increment bG Threshold (High) mmol/L 19.5 Hyper Warning Limit bG Threshold (Low) mmol/L Hypo Warning Limit Bolus Insulin Units...
  • Page 240 Data Type Unit of Measurement MIN MAX Increments Default Setting Carbohydrates grams No entry (“--- g”) No entry (“--- BE”) No entry (“--- KE”) No entry (“--- CC”) Exercise 1 (health event) Exercise 2 (health event) Hyper Warning Limit mmol/L 19.5 16.5 Hypo Warning Limit mmol/L...
  • Page 241 Data Type Unit of Measurement MIN MAX Increments Default Setting Max Bolus Units 1 or 0.5 (per No entry (“--- U”) the insulin increment value) Meal Rise (bG) mmol/L 11.1 Offset Time hours:minutes 0:45 Acting 0:15 1:00 Time Premenstrual (health event) Snack Size (carbs) grams No entry (“--- g”)
  • Page 242 The following are the default settings for bG test reminders. To turn a bG test reminder on, see “Setting Alarm Clock Reminders: bG Test, Injection, Other” in Chapter 5, Changing Meter Settings. Test Reminder Default Time of Day 07:00 09:00 11:00 12:00 14:00...
  • Page 243 The following are the default settings for the time blocks. Talk to your healthcare professional about setting up time blocks to help you manage your diabetes. To adjust the time blocks, see Chapter 5, Changing Meter Settings. Time Block 24-Hour Format 0:00–5:30 5:30–11:00 11:00–17:00...
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  • Page 245 Glossary Term Definition 7-day average Includes results generated today and the previous 6 days. Acting Time The period of time from the start of the meal rise or the delivery of a correction bolus until your blood glucose level is expected to return to the target level.
  • Page 246 Term Definition bG Test Reminders Reminders to retest your blood glucose after a high blood glucose test result, after a low blood glucose test result, or after a meal. bG Threshold A bG test reminder setting. The upper limit for your blood glucose for a high bG test reminder and the lower limit for your blood glucose for a low bG test reminder.
  • Page 247 Term Definition Control Result Value displayed on meter as the result of a control test. When the Control Result is within the range shown on the label of the test strip container, then the test strips and the meter are working properly. Control Test A meter test using control solution which lets you know that the meter and test strips are working properly.
  • Page 248 Term Definition The test result is above the meter’s measurement range. Hyper Hyperglycemia: An abnormally high level of glucose in the blood. Hyper Warning Limit When your blood glucose test result is above the hyper warning limit, a warning is displayed. Hypo Hypoglycemia: An abnormally low level of glucose in the blood.

  • Page 249: Blood Glucose Meter

    Term Definition Key Lock A meter function which disables the keys (buttons) in order to prevent its unintended use. The test result is below the meter’s measurement range. Max Bolus The maximum amount of bolus insulin to be delivered at one time. A bolus that is larger than the max bolus amount requires an additional confirmation.
  • Page 250 Term Definition Offset Time Offset time takes into account the expected delay for the blood glucose level to actually fall during the acting time of insulin in the body. It describes the first time period within the acting time. Remind After A bG test reminder setting.
  • Page 251 Term Definition Target Range The desired upper and lower limits of your blood glucose level considered acceptable as set by your healthcare professional. Time Blocks Up to eight time periods within one day to facilitate your changing insulin needs throughout the day. Time Range The user sets the duration of time.
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  • Page 253 Index abbreviations, 233–235 backlight, 18, acting time, 140–142, button, 13, activation chip, 13, batteries, activation chip slot, changing, 203–205 active insulin, 43–45 low, advice options, 150–151 type, 203, after high bG test reminder, 119–123, 184, 186, BE, 161–163, 188, beeper, setting, 164–166 after low bG test reminder, 119–123, 184, bG threshold,...
  • Page 254 carbohydrates, 43–46, 77–78 data, units of measure, 161–163, adding, 44–46, 80–82 carb ratio, 138, downloading to a computer, 21, 114–116 carbs. See carbohydrates modifying, 73–79 CC, 161–163, reporting, 83–116 cleaning meter, time change, 87–88, 91–92 code key. See activation chip trends, 86–94 code key, 213–214, viewing, 73–79...
  • Page 255 fatigue, icons, listing, 75, 181–182 frequent urination, infrared (IR) window, 13–15, insulin sensitivity, 138, irritability, g (grams), 161–163, graph, standard day, 96–99 KE, 161–163, standard week, 103–107 key lock, 17, 19, 155–157 target, 110–112 key sound, settings, 164–166 trend, 87–91 guarantee, lab test reminder, 129–133, 186–188...
  • Page 256 maintenance, meter, reminders, blood glucose test. See blood glucose test, meal rise, 140, 142, meal time, 43–46, reminder meter, list of, 184–187 settings and range limits, 237–241 priority, summary of features, 13, 18–26 safety information, 226–227 navigation, 31–32 screen, features, 28–30 neutral protamine hagedorn (NPH), scroll bar, shakiness,...
  • Page 257 standard week, reporting, 102–107 time blocks, 22–23 supplies, bolus advice, setting, 134–143 sweating, default settings, symbols, explanation, setting, bolus advice not set up, 170–177 setting, bolus advice set up, 143–147 time format, setting, 167–168 table, time, setting, 167–168 standard day, 99–101 trembling, standard week,...
  • Page 258 warnings, list of, 194–198 weight loss, 50839_06434240002.indb 256 7/2/12 3:26 PM...

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