Accu-Chek insulin pump User Manual

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Short Interruption

1. Put your pump in STOP mode.

2. Remove or disconnect the infusion tube set from the infusion headset. When

using a disconnectable infusion set, disconnect it at your infusion site and
use the protective covers that came with the infusion set.

Resuming Insulin Pump Therapy

1. Attach a new ACCU-CHEK infusion set and prime it before inserting it.

2. Follow the instructions to prepare the infusion set you are using, and put your

pump into RUN mode.

Measure your blood glucose level within 2 hours of restarting pump therapy to
check the function of the system and to ensure insulin delivery.

Interruption of Use of Your Insulin Pump for a Long Period of Time

There may be times when you may need to interrupt your pump therapy for more
than one day. Follow the steps below.

1. Put your pump into STOP mode.

2. Remove the cartridge, adapter, and infusion set.

3. Reinsert the adapter.

4. Remove the battery and reinsert the battery cover.

5. Store your pump properly. See the section “Storing Your ACCU-CHEK Spirit

Insulin Pump” (page 140) for more information.

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Contact your doctor or healthcare team for an alternate
therapy plan when you interrupt the insulin pump therapy
for a long period of time.

Chapter 3: Using Your Pump

ACCU-CHEK Spirit Insulin Pump

CAUTION