Portable blood glucose meter with single-use electrochemical strip PKG-03 “SATELLITE EXPRESS” — Operating Manual in English

Satellite Express Glucometer User Manual

This manual applies to the portable blood glucose meter with single-use electrochemical strip PKG-03 “Satellite Express” (hereinafter referred to as the meter).

1. Purpose

The “Satellite Express” meter determines glucose concentration in human capillary blood. The result in mmol/L is obtained after applying a blood sample to a single-use electrochemical test strip “Satellite Express” (hereinafter the strip) inserted into the meter. Based on the measured electrical current and the strip batch number, the meter calculates and displays the glucose concentration.

The device is suitable for individual self-monitoring or for clinical use in the absence of laboratory testing, including screening.

(!) WARNING! Before use, carefully read this manual and consult your physician regarding usage, contraindications, and your target glucose range.

(!) WARNING! Self-testing results should not be used to adjust medication doses without consulting your doctor.

(!) WARNING! If readings seem incorrect, contact your physician or an authorized service center. 24-hour hotline: 8 (800) 250-17-50 (toll-free in Russia).

2. Package Contents

The Satellite Express set includes:

— Satellite Express meter with power cell;
— 25 Satellite Express test strips;
— Satellite lancing device with manual;
— 25 single-use lancets;
— Protective case;
— Control strip;
— User manual;
— Passport (certificate);
— List of regional service centers.

Each strip package includes a coded strip for entering the batch number. Individual packages may contain 25 or 50 strips.

(!) WARNING! For sets labeled “NOT FOR SALE,” some items may be omitted at the manufacturer’s discretion.

3. Restrictions

Do not use the meter for:

— Testing serum or venous blood;
— Stored blood samples;
— Samples with hematocrit below 20% or above 55%;
— Patients with infections, tumors, or severe edema;
— After intake of over 1 g of vitamin C (ascorbic acid);
— Measuring plasma glucose;
— Any purpose other than in vitro diagnostics;
— Testing newborns;
— Diagnosing diabetes;
— During xylose absorption tests.

Use precautions when handling items contacting blood. Lancets are single-use only.

4. Storage and Operation

Store in a dry, ventilated room at -20°C to +30°C, away from sunlight and mechanical impact.

Operate between +15°C and +35°C and under 85% humidity. If stored outside these conditions, allow 30 minutes to reach room temperature.

After long storage (over 3 months) or battery replacement, verify meter performance.

Ensure strip packaging is intact before use.

5. Device Components

1. Meter
2. Test strip
3. Code strip
4. Control strip
5. Lancing device
6. Lancet

6. Control Check

Insert the control strip into the switched-off meter. A reading between 4.2 and 4.6 confirms accuracy. Remove the strip afterward.

(!) WARNING! Out-of-range readings indicate malfunction. Contact service or hotline 8 (800) 250-17-50.

7. Code Entry

Insert the coded strip into the meter. A three-digit code (e.g., 002) will appear. Ensure it matches the number on the strip package.

(!) WARNING! If the code differs, do not use the device.

8. Operation

(!) WARNING! Check strip integrity before use. Expired or damaged strips may cause inaccurate readings.

Separate one test strip, tear open the package, and remove the covering over the contacts.

Insert the strip contacts-up into the slot fully, remove remaining packaging, and confirm the code matches the packaging.

Prick fingertip with a sterile lancet and touch the drop of blood to the strip edge.

Hold until the blinking symbol stops. After countdown, the reading appears (e.g., 4.8 mmol/L). Normal range (3.3–5.5 mmol/L) is shown with a smile symbol.

Remove the used strip. If the sample was insufficient, an error message will appear. Repeat with a new strip.

If results are <0.6 mmol/L or >35 mmol/L, repeat the test and consult a doctor if confirmed.

9. Setting Time and Date

Turn on the meter with , then hold P to access settings. Adjust time and date with and P. Exit by holding P.

10. Viewing Results

Press to power on, then P to open memory. The last 60 results appear with time and date.

11. Battery Replacement

Uses CR2032 lithium battery. When the battery symbol appears, replace soon.

Open the compartment, remove the old cell, insert the new one observing polarity, and close the cover.

12. Technical Specifications

Sample volume: 1 µL
Measurement range: 0.6–35.0 mmol/L
Cycle time: 7 s
Battery type: CR2032
Battery life: up to 5000 tests
Memory capacity: 60 results

13. Acceptance and Verification

All acceptance and verification data are provided in the device passport. For service, contact:

LLC “ELTA Company”
www.eltaltd.ru
124460 Moscow, Zelenograd, 3 Guskov St., Bld. 4
Hotline: 8 (800) 250-17-50 (toll-free in Russia)