User’s Manual

FLASH GLUCOSE MONITORING SYSTEM

FreeStyle Libre 2 app

A FreeStyle Libre product

CAUTION: Federal law restricts this device to

sale by or on the order of a physician.
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WARNING:
Before you use the FreeStyle Libre 2 System, review all the product
instructions and the Interactive Tutorial. The Quick Reference
Guide and Interactive Tutorial give you quick access to important
aspects and limitations of the System. The User’s Manual includes
all safety information and instructions for use. Talk to your health
care professional about how you should use your Sensor glucose
information to help manage your diabetes.
Failure to use the System according to the instructions for use
may result in you missing a severe low blood glucose or high
blood glucose event and/or making a treatment decision that
may result in injury. If your glucose alarms and readings from the
System do not match symptoms or expectations, use a fingerstick
blood glucose value from a blood glucose meter to make diabetes
treatment decisions. Seek medical attention when appropriate.
Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Contents
Indications For Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Compatible Devices, Apps, and Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Contraindications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Cautions and Limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Interfering Substances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Reader Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
App Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Getting to Know Your System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Sensor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Reader Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
FreeStyle Libre 2 app . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Reader Home Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
App Home Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Reporting Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Setting up Your System for the First Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Reader Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
App Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Applying Your Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Starting Your Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Starting Your Sensor with the Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Starting Your Sensor with the App . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
iPhone Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Android Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Checking Your Glucose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Checking Your Glucose with the Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Checking Your Glucose with the App . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Understanding Your Glucose Readings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Making Treatment Decisions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Making Treatment Decisions – Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Using Your Glucose Reading to Make a
Treatment Decision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Reader Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Setting Reader Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Setting Reader Alarm Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Using Reader Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
App Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Setting App Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Using App Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Adding Notes to Glucose Readings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Adding Notes in the Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Adding Notes in the App . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Reviewing Your History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
Reviewing Your History in the Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Reviewing Your History in the App . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Removing Your Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Replacing Your Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Using Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131
Using Reminders in the Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Using Reminders in the App . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Using the Reader’s Built-in Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135
Intended Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Blood Glucose Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Control Solution Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Living With Your System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Charging the Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Reader Settings and Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
App Settings and Other Menu Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .160
Maintenance and Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .167
Reader Does Not Power On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .168
Problems at the Sensor Application Site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Problems Starting Your Sensor or Receiving
Sensor Readings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Problems Receiving Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
Blood Glucose Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .185
Perform a Reader Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
Customer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
System Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .192
Labeling Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .199
Performance Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .201
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243
 Important Safety Information
Indications For Use
The FreeStyle Libre 2 Flash Glucose Monitoring System is a continuous
glucose monitoring (CGM) device with real time alarms capability
indicated for the management of diabetes in persons age 4 and older.
It is intended to replace blood glucose testing for diabetes treatment
decisions, unless otherwise indicated.
The System also detects trends and tracks patterns and aids in the
detection of episodes of hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia, facilitating
both acute and long-term therapy adjustments. Interpretation of the
System readings should be based on the glucose trends and several
sequential readings over time.
The System is also intended to autonomously communicate with digitally
connected devices. The System can be used alone or in conjunction
with these digitally connected devices where the user manually controls
actions for therapy decisions.

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Compatible Devices, Apps, and Software
For a list of compatible devices, apps, and software that can be used with
the FreeStyle Libre 2 Sensor, please go to:
www.FreeStyleLibre.us/support/overview.html
Use of the Sensor with devices, apps, and software that are not listed may
cause inaccurate glucose readings.
FreeStyle Libre 2 app is only compatible with certain mobile devices
and operating systems. Please check www.FreeStyleLibre.com for more
information about device compatibility before upgrading your phone or its
operating system.
Contraindications
Automated Insulin Dosing: The System must not be used with
automated insulin dosing (AID) systems, including closed loop and
insulin suspend systems.
MRI/CT/Diathermy: The System must be removed
prior to Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Computed
Tomography (CT) scan, or high-frequency electrical heat
(diathermy) treatment. The effect of MRI, CT scans, or
diathermy on the performance of the System has not been
evaluated. The exposure may damage the Sensor and may
impact proper function of the device which could cause
incorrect readings.

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 WARNINGS:
• Do not ignore symptoms that may be due to low or high blood
glucose: If you are experiencing symptoms that are not consistent
with your glucose readings, consult your health care professional.
• Use your blood glucose meter to make diabetes treatment decisions
when you see the symbol during the first 12 hours of wearing a
Sensor, if your Sensor glucose reading does not match how you feel,
or if the reading does not include a number.
• If you are using FreeStyle Libre 2 app, you must have access to a
blood glucose monitoring system as the App does not provide one.
• Choking hazard: The System contains small parts that may be
dangerous if swallowed.

Cautions and Limitations

The following are important cautions and limitations to keep in mind so
you can use the System safely. They are grouped into categories for easy
reference.

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 What to know about Reader Alarms:
• For you to receive alarms, they must be on and your Reader should
be within 20 feet of you at all times. The transmission range is 20 feet
unobstructed. If you are out of range, you may not receive glucose
alarms.
• To prevent missed alarms, make sure the Reader has sufficient charge
and that sound and/or vibration are turned on.
• Alarms you receive do not include your glucose reading so you must
scan your Sensor to check your glucose.

What to know about App Alarms:

• For you to receive alarms, your phone should be within 20 feet of you at
all times. The transmission range is 20 feet unobstructed. If you are out
of range, you may not receive alarms. If you want to receive the App's
optional alarms, make sure these are turned on.
• For iPhone, do not force close the App. The App must be running in the
background to receive alarms. If you force close the App you will not
receive alarms. Re-open the App to ensure you will receive alarms.

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 • If you restart your phone, open your App to make sure it’s working
properly.
• Glucose alarms you receive do not include your glucose reading so you
must scan your Sensor to check your glucose.
• The App will ask for phone permissions which are needed to receive
alarms. Allow these permissions when requested.
• Check to make sure that you have the correct phone settings and
permissions enabled. If your phone is not configured properly, you will
not be able to use the App, so you will not receive alarms or be able to
check your glucose.
o iPhones are to be configured as follows:
■ In the phone settings, keep Bluetooth ON

■ In the phone settings for the App, allow the App to access
Bluetooth
■ In the phone settings for the App under Notifications, keep Allow
Critical Alerts ON

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 o Android Phones are to be configured as follows:
■ In the phone settings, keep Bluetooth ON
■ In the phone settings for the App, keep Do Not Disturb Access
permission ON
• If your phone is not configured correctly, the App will be in "Alarms
Unavailable" state and you will not be able to check your glucose or
receive any alarms, including the Urgent Low Glucose Alarm.
• To turn on Critical Alerts, Do Not Disturb Permission, and Bluetooth,
follow the instructions in the App.
• For Android, you may need to add the FreeStyle Libre 2 app to the list
of apps that will not be restricted or put to sleep.
• If you adjust the phone ringer volume (iPhone) or Media volume
(Android) to silent or use the phone do not disturb setting, keep
‘Override Do Not Disturb’ setting in the App ON for Low Glucose, High
Glucose, and Signal Loss Alarms to ensure you receive audible alarms.

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 • You should disconnect headphones or speakers from your phone when
you are not using them as you may not hear audio for alarms. If using
headphones, keep them in your ears.
• If you are using peripheral devices connected to your phone, such as
wireless headphones or a smartwatch, you may receive alarms on only
one device or peripheral, not all.
• Keep your phone well charged and turned on.
• Disable your phone’s automatic operating system updates. After
an operating system update, open your App and check your device
settings to make sure it’s working properly.
• Some operating system features may impact your ability to receive
alarms. For example, if you use the iOS Screen Time feature, add
FreeStyle Libre 2 to the list of Always Allowed apps to ensure that you
receive alarms or if you use an Android Phone do not use the Android
Digital Wellbeing app.

What to know before using the System:

• Review all product information before use.
• Take standard precautions for transmission of blood borne pathogens
to avoid contamination.

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• Make sure that your devices and Sensor kits are kept in a safe place, and
maintain your devices under your control during use. This is important
to help prevent anyone from accessing or tampering with the System.

Who should not use the System:

• Do not use the System in people less than 4 years of age. The System
is not cleared for use in people under 4 years of age.
• Do not use the System if you are pregnant, on dialysis, or critically
ill. The System is not cleared for use in these groups and it is not known
how different conditions or medications common to these populations
may affect performance of the System.
• Performance of the System when used with other implanted medical
devices, such as pacemakers, has not been evaluated.
What should you know about wearing a Sensor:
• Wash application site on the back of your upper arm using a plain soap,
dry, and then clean with an alcohol wipe. This will help remove any oily
residue that may prevent the Sensor from sticking properly. Allow site
to air dry before proceeding. Carefully preparing the site according to
these instructions will help the Sensor stay on your body for the full
wear duration specified by your Sensor insert and help prevent it from
falling off early.

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 • The Sensor can be worn for up to wear duration specified by your
Sensor insert. Remember to always have your next Sensor available
before your current one ends so you can keep getting your glucose
readings.
• You must scan the Sensor to get your real-time current glucose level as
both the Reader and App will not provide this information without a
scan.
• In the event that your Sensor stops working and you do not have
another Sensor readily available, you must use an alternate method to
measure your glucose levels and inform your treatment decisions.
• The System is designed to detect certain conditions which may occur
where the Sensor is not working as intended and shut it off, telling
you to replace your Sensor. This may occur if the Sensor gets knocked
off from the skin or if the System detects that the Sensor may not be
performing as intended. Contact Customer Service if you receive a
Replace Sensor message before the end of the wear duration specified
by your Sensor insert. Customer Service is available at 1-855-632-8658 7
Days a Week from 8AM to 8PM Eastern Time; excluding holidays.

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• Some individuals may be sensitive to the adhesive that keeps the
Sensor attached to the skin. If you notice significant skin irritation
around or under your Sensor, remove the Sensor and stop using the
System. Contact your health care professional before continuing to use
the System.
• Intense exercise may cause your Sensor to loosen due to sweat or
movement of the Sensor. If the Sensor is becoming loose or if the
Sensor tip is coming out of your skin, you may get no readings or
unreliable low readings. Remove and replace your Sensor if it starts to
loosen and follow the instructions to select an appropriate application
site. Do not attempt to reinsert the Sensor. Contact Customer Service
if your Sensor becomes loose or falls off before the end of the wear
period. Customer Service is available at 1-855-632-8658 7 Days a Week
from 8AM to 8PM Eastern Time; excluding holidays.
• Do not reuse Sensors. The Sensor and Sensor Applicator are designed
for single use. Reuse may result in no glucose readings and infection.
Not suitable for re-sterilization. Further exposure to irradiation may
cause unreliable low results.
• If a Sensor breaks inside your body, call your health care professional.

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 How to Store the Sensor Kit:
• Store the Sensor Kit between 36 °F and 82 °F. Storage outside of this
range may cause inaccurate Sensor glucose readings.
• If you suspect that the temperature may exceed 82 °F (for example, in
an un-airconditioned home in summer), you should refrigerate your
Sensor Kit. Do not freeze your Sensor Kit.
• Store your Sensor Kit in a cool, dry place. Do not store your Sensor Kit
in a parked car on a hot day.
• Store the Sensor Kit between 10-90% non-condensing humidity.

When not to use the System:

• Do NOT use if the Sensor Kit package, Sensor Pack, or Sensor
Applicator appear to be damaged or already opened due to risk of no
results and/or infection.
• Do NOT use if Sensor Kit contents are past expiration date.
• Do NOT use if the Reader appears to be damaged due to risk of
electric shock and/or no results.

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 What to know about the System:
• The FreeStyle Libre 2 System is intended for use by a single person.
It must not be used by more than one person due to the risk of
misinterpreting glucose information.
• FreeStyle Libre 2 app and FreeStyle Libre 2 Readers do not share data.

What to know before you Apply the Sensor:

• The Sensor Pack and Sensor Applicator are FreeStyle Libre
packaged as a set (separately from the Reader) and Sensor Pack
have the same Sensor code. Check that the Sensor CODE XXX
codes match before using your Sensor Pack and XXXXXXXXX
Sensor Applicator. Do not use Sensor Packs and YYYY-MM-DD
Sensor Applicators with different Sensor codes
together as this will result in incorrect glucose

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these instructions will help the Sensor stay on your body for the full
wear duration specified by your Sensor insert and help prevent it from
falling off early.

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 • Clean hands prior to Sensor handling/insertion to help prevent
infection.
• Change the application site for the next Sensor application to prevent
discomfort or skin irritation.
• Only apply the Sensor to the back of the upper arm. If placed in other
areas, the Sensor may not function properly.
• Select an appropriate Sensor site to help the Sensor stay attached to the
body and prevent discomfort or skin irritation. Avoid areas with scars,
moles, stretch marks, or lumps. Select an area of skin that generally
stays flat during normal daily activities (no bending or folding). Choose
a site that is at least 1 inch away from an insulin injection site.

When is Sensor Glucose different from Blood Glucose:

• Physiological differences between the interstitial fluid and capillary
blood may result in differences in glucose readings between the
System and results from a fingerstick test using a blood glucose meter.
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.

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 What to know about X-Rays:
• The Sensor should be removed prior to exposing it to an X-ray machine.
The effect of X-rays on the performance of the System has not been
evaluated. The exposure may damage the Sensor and may impact
proper function of the device to detect trends and track patterns in
glucose values during the wear period.

When to remove the Sensor:

• If the Sensor is becoming loose or if the Sensor tip is coming out of
your skin, you may get no readings or unreliable readings, which may
not match how you feel. Check to make sure your Sensor has not come
loose. If it has come loose, remove it, apply a new one, and contact
Customer Service.
• 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, apply a new one, and contact Customer Service. Customer
Service is available at 1-855-632-8658 7 Days a Week from 8AM to 8PM
Eastern Time; excluding holidays.

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 What to know about the Reader’s Built-in Meter:
• The FreeStyle Libre 2 Reader has a built-in blood glucose meter that is
designed to be used only with FreeStyle Precision Neo blood glucose
test strips and MediSense Glucose and Ketone Control Solution. Using
other test strips with the Reader’s built-in meter will produce an error
or cause the Reader’s built-in meter to not turn on or start a test. The
Reader’s built-in meter does not have ketone testing functionality.
• The Reader’s built-in meter is not for use on people who are
dehydrated, hypotensive, in shock, or for individuals in hyperglycemic-
hyperosmolar state, with or without ketosis.
• The Reader’s built-in meter is not for use on neonates, in critically-ill
patients, or for diagnosis or screening of diabetes.
• See Using the Reader’s Built-in meter section for additional important
information on the use of the Reader’s built-in meter.

What to know about charging your Reader:

• Be sure to select a location for charging that allows the power adapter
to be easily unplugged. Do NOT block access to the charger due to the
potential risk of electrical shock.

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• The maximum surface temperature of the Reader and/or the power
adapter could go as warm as 120 °F when it's charging or 117 °F
during normal use. Under these conditions, do not hold the Reader
or the power adapter for five minutes or more. People with disorders
of peripheral circulation or sensation should use caution at this
temperature.

Interfering Substances
Taking ascorbic acid (vitamin C) supplements while wearing the Sensor
may falsely raise Sensor glucose readings. Taking more than 500 mg of
ascorbic acid per day may affect the Sensor readings which could cause
you to miss a severe low glucose event. Ascorbic acid can be found in
supplements including multivitamins. Some supplements, including cold
remedies such as Airborne® and Emergen-C®, may contain high doses of
1000 mg of ascorbic acid and should not be taken while using the Sensor.
See your health care professional to understand how long ascorbic acid is
active in your body.

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 Reader Symbols
Symbol What It Means
Active Sensor

Direction your glucose is going. See Understanding

Your Glucose Readings section for more information.

Caution

View previous/next screen

Sound and Vibration ON

Sound ON, Vibration OFF

Sound OFF, Vibration ON

Sound and Vibration OFF

Sensor communicating with Reader

Sensor not communicating with Reader

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Symbol What It Means
When you see this symbol during the first 12 hours
of wearing a Sensor, confirm Sensor glucose readings
with a blood glucose test before making treatment
decisions.
Notes

+ Add more information to notes

Food note
Rapid-acting insulin note
Time changed on Reader
Blood glucose test
Settings
Control solution test result
Low battery
Battery charging
Sensor too cold
Sensor too hot
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 App Symbols
Symbol What It Means
App icon

Alarms are unavailable

Scan button (iPhone)

Direction your glucose is going. See Understanding

Your Glucose Readings section for more information

Caution

When you see this symbol during the first 12 hours

of wearing a Sensor, confirm Sensor glucose readings
with a blood glucose test before making treatment
decisions

Add/edit notes

Manually entered blood glucose result note

Add blood glucose result note

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Symbol What It Means
Food note

Insulin (Rapid or Long-acting) note

Exercise note

Time change

Main menu

Overflow menu (Android Phone)

Multiple/Custom notes

Share report (Android Phone)

Share report (iPhone)

Additional information

Calendar

Sensor too cold

Sensor too hot

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 Getting to Know Your System
The FreeStyle Libre 2 System (“System”) has two main parts: a disposable
Sensor and either a handheld Reader or mobile app to wirelessly scan
the Sensor and get your glucose readings. Before you start your Sensor,
choose which device you want to use. The Reader and App only work with
FreeStyle Libre 2 Sensors and cannot be used with other Sensors. When
they’re in range, the Sensor and your device automatically communicate
to give you glucose alarms. These alarms are on by default. Remember
that alarms you receive will not include your glucose reading, so you need
to scan your Sensor to check your glucose.

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 IMPORTANT:
• Before you use your System, review all the product instructions
and the Interactive Tutorial at www.FreeStyleLibre.com. The Quick
Reference Guide and Interactive Tutorial give you quick access to
important aspects and limitations of the System. The User’s Manual
includes all safety information and instructions for use. Refer to your
phone instructions for use for how to use your phone.
• Go to www.FreeStyleLibre.com to view the “Tips for Kids".
• Talk to your health care professional about how you should use your
Sensor glucose information to help manage your diabetes.
• During the first 12 hours of Sensor wear the symbol will display,
and you cannot use Sensor values to make treatment decisions
during this time. Confirm Sensor glucose readings with a blood
glucose test before making treatment decisions during the first 12
hours of Sensor wear when you see the symbol.

When opening your Sensor Kit and Reader Kit, check that the contents
are undamaged and that you have all parts listed. If any parts are missing
or damaged, contact Customer Service. Customer Service is available at
1-855-632-8658 7 Days a Week from 8AM to 8PM Eastern Time; excluding
holidays. FreeStyle Libre 2 app is available for download from the App
Store (iPhone) or Google Play Store (Android Phone).

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 Sensor Kit
The Sensor Kit includes:
• Sensor Pack • Alcohol wipe
• 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 (only visible after applied) 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 the wear duration specified by your
Sensor insert.
Note: The Sensor Pack is sterile and non-pyrogenic
unless opened or damaged. Using a non-sterile or
pyrogenic Sensor might cause infection.

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Reader Kit
The Reader Kit includes:
• FreeStyle Libre 2 Reader • User’s Manual
• USB Cable • Quick Start Guides for Reader & App
• Interactive Tutorial on USB • Quick Reference Guide
• Power Adapter

USB Port Touchscreen

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
other screen.
use the built-in meter.

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 The Reader gets glucose readings from a scan of your Sensor and can issue
glucose alarms. The Reader 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. The Reader also includes a built-in meter
for blood glucose testing. To use the built-in meter, you need FreeStyle
Precision Neo blood glucose test strips, control solution, a lancing device,
and lancets. These items are not included in the Reader kit and must
be obtained separately from your FreeStyle Libre 2 System provider
(pharmacy or mail order supplier).

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FreeStyle Libre 2 app
The App performs some similar functions to the Reader. You can use it to
start a Sensor, receive glucose alarms, get glucose readings from a scan
of the Sensor, and store your glucose history and notes you enter.

FreeStyle Libre 2 iOS app is available for download from

the App Store.
FreeStyle Libre 2 Android app is available for download
from Google Play Store.
The App is not compatible with all phones. Before upgrading your phone
or its operating system, check www.FreeStyleLibre.com.
• You must keep Critical Alerts (iPhone) / Do Not Disturb Permission
(Android) and Bluetooth on. If these settings are turned off, you will
not be able to use the App, so you will not receive alarms or be able to
check your glucose.
• You are responsible for properly securing and managing your phone. If
you suspect an adverse cybersecurity event related to FreeStyle Libre 2,
contact Customer Service.
• FreeStyle Libre 2 is not intended for use on a phone that has
been altered or customized to remove, replace or circumvent the
manufacturer’s approved configuration or use restriction, or that
otherwise violates the manufacturer’s warranty.

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 Reader Home Screen
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.
Battery charge remaining

Current time set on Sound/Vibration setting

the Reader Signal Status
Shows if Sensor is
10:23pm communicating with Reader.
Ends in 14 days
Sensor Status
Information about your Settings
current Sensor. Touch to access Alarms,
Reminders, and other
Reader settings.
Check Review
Check Glucose Glucose History

Touch to check your

Review History
Sensor glucose.
Touch to review information
about your past glucose
readings.

Note: Sound/Vibration setting and Signal Status symbols only display

when any alarm is on.
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App Home Screen
The App Home screen gives you access to information about your
glucose and the App. To return to the Home screen from another screen,
go to the Main Menu and tap Home.
iPhone

Main Menu Scan Button

Tap to access the Home screen, Tap when you are ready to scan your
Alarms, Logbook, other history Sensor. You can either tap this
options, and Connected Apps. symbol or the blue box at the
You can also access Settings, bottom of the Home screen.
Help, and other information.

Alarms Unavailable Glucose Information

The symbol displays if Your Time In Target, information
    
alarms are not available. about your last scan, and average

   glucose for the last 24 hours.
     


Glucose Graph High Glucose Alarm Level

Graph of your stored Sensor Your High Glucose Alarm level.
glucose readings.
 



 

Target Glucose Range

The graph shows your target


Scan Button 
glucose range. This is not related
Tap when you are ready 



     
to glucose alarm levels.
to scan your Sensor. You can 

either tap the blue box on the Low Glucose Alarm Level
Home screen or the symbol
at the top right. Your Low Glucose Alarm level.

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 Android Phone

Main Menu Overflow Menu

Tap to access the Home screen, (Android Phone)
Alarms, Logbook, other history Tap to change App settings and view
options, and Connected Apps. You App information.
can also access Settings, Help, and
other information.

Alarms Unavailable
Glucose Information
The symbol displays if
Your Time In Target, information   
alarms are not available.
about your last scan, and average 

 

glucose for the last 24 hours.  

  
 

 

High Glucose Alarm Level
Glucose Graph 

Graph of your stored Sensor Your High Glucose Alarm level.

 

glucose readings. 

Target Glucose Range

 
Low Glucose Alarm Level
The graph shows your

Your Low Glucose Alarm level.
target glucose range. This 

is not related to glucose 

 
      

alarm levels.

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Reporting Software
Software can be used to create reports based on glucose readings from
FreeStyle Libre 2 Sensors. Go to www.FreeStyleLibre.com and follow
onscreen instructions to download and install the compatible software.
You are responsible for keeping your computer secure and up to date, for
example by using anti-virus software and installing system update.

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 Setting up Your System for the First Time
Reader Setup
Complete the setup if you want to use the Reader with the Sensor or use
the Reader’s built-in meter.
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.

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Step Action

3 Current Date Set the Current Date using the arrows on the
touchscreen. Touch next to continue.
14 June
2021

back next

4 Current Time Set the Current Time. Touch next to continue.

CAUTION: It is very important to set the time

12 am 00
and date correctly. These values affect the
Reader data and settings.
back next

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 Step Action

5 The Reader now displays important information about key

topics to help you use the System:
• How to understand the Glucose Trend Arrow included on
the Glucose Reading screen.
• When to do a blood glucose test.
• Where to apply the Sensor.
• Why not to take more than 500 mg of Vitamin C
supplements per day.
• How to return to the Home screen from any other screen.
When you scan your
Sensor an arrow will
indicate your recent
glucose trend: If you see this symbol, do
a blood glucose test before
Rising quickly
making treatmentIf the Sensor glucose
Rising decisions. reading does not match
The Sensor can only be
how you feel, do a blood
Changing slowly applied to the back of
glucose test. Important
your upper arm.
Falling
Do not take high doses
Falling quickly of vitamin C (more than While using the Reader, press
500 mg per day). This maythe Home Button to return to
falsely raise your Sensorthe Home Screen.
Touch next to move
back next
readings. Supplements like
Airborne® or Emergen-C® to the next topic. At
the end of the Reader
have high doses of vitamin
back next
C. Read labeling for all
supplements to determine
back next
back
vitamin C content.
next
back next
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. A fully charged
battery should last up to 4 days but this may vary depending on your
usage.
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App Setup
Complete the setup if you want to use the App with the Sensor.
Note: FreeStyle Libre 2 app is only compatible with certain mobile
devices and operating systems. Please check www.FreeStyleLibre.com
for more information about device compatibility before upgrading
your phone or its operating system.
Step Action

1 Check that your phone is connected to a network (WiFi or

cellular). You can then install FreeStyle Libre 2 from the App
Store (iPhone) or Google Play Store (Android Phone). Tap the
App icon to open the App.
Note: You only need to be connected to a network for setup,
using LibreView, and sharing with other apps. You do not need
to be connected to scan a Sensor, add notes, or review your
history in the App.

2 S wipe left to view some helpful tips or tap GET STARTED NOW
at any point.

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 Step Action

3 Confirm your country and tap NEXT.

4 You need a LibreView account to use the App. Follow onscreen

instructions to review legal information and create a new
account or login to your existing account. You can continue
using an existing Sensor with the App on a compatible phone
that is logged into the same LibreView account.

5 Confirm your glucose unit of measure and tap NEXT.

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Step Action

6 Select how you count carbohydrates (in grams or servings) and

tap NEXT. The carbohydrate unit will be used in any food notes
you enter in the App.

7 If using Android Phone, select whether you want sound and

vibration OR vibration only when you scan your Sensor. Tap
NEXT.
Note: This setting does not affect alarms.

8 The App now displays some important information. Accept the

requested permissions.
Tap NEXT after reviewing each screen.

9 Apply a new Sensor and then tap NEXT. Go to Starting Your

Sensor section.
Note: If you need help applying your Sensor, tap HOW TO
APPLY A SENSOR or go to Applying Your Sensor section.

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 Applying Your Sensor

CAUTION:
• The Sensor Pack and Sensor Applicator are FreeStyle Libre
packaged together as a set and have the Sensor Pack
same Sensor code. Check that the Sensor CODE XXX
codes match before using your Sensor XXXXXXXXX
Pack and Sensor Applicator. Do not use YYYY-MM-DD
Sensor Packs and Sensor Applicators with
different Sensor codes together as this will

9/13
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result in incorrect glucose readings.

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to sweat or movement of the Sensor. If the Sensor is oad, Witney, Oxon, OX
becoming loose or if the Sensor tip is coming out of your
skin, you may get no readings or unreliable low readings.
Remove and replace your Sensor if it starts to loosen and
follow the instructions to select an appropriate application
site. Do not attempt to reinsert the Sensor. Contact
Customer Service if your Sensor becomes loose or falls
off before the end of the wear period. Customer Service
is available at 1-855-632-8658 7 Days a Week from 8AM to
8PM Eastern Time; excluding holidays.

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Step Action

1  pply Sensors only on the back of your upper

A
arm. If placed in other areas, the Sensor may
not function properly and could give inaccurate
readings. 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 1 inch
(2.5 cm) 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.

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 Step Action

2  ash application site using a plain soap, dry, and

W
then clean with an alcohol wipe. This will help
remove any oily residue that may prevent the
Sensor from sticking properly. Allow site to air
dry before proceeding.
Note: The area MUST be clean and dry following
these instructions, or the Sensor may not stay
on for the full wear duration specified by your
Sensor insert.

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
expiration date.

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Step Action

4 
Line up the dark mark on the Sensor Applicator
with the dark mark on the Sensor Pack. On a
hard surface, press firmly down on the Sensor
Applicator until it comes to a stop.

5 Lift the Sensor Applicator out of the Sensor Pack.

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.

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 Step Action

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.

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 contact your
health care professional.

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Step Action

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.
Note: If using the App, you can tap Help in the
Main Menu (iPhone) or Overflow menu (Android)
to access an in-app tutorial on applying a Sensor.

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 Starting Your Sensor
Starting Your Sensor with the Reader
Before you start your Sensor, choose which device you want to use. If you
start the Sensor with the Reader, you will be unable to use the App to
check your glucose or receive alarms.
Step Action

1 Press the Home Button to turn on the Reader.

2 10:23pm
Touch Start New Sensor.
No Active Sensor

Start New Review

Sensor History

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 Step Action

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

H
Sensor to scan it. This starts your Sensor. If sounds
are turned on, the Reader beeps when the Sensor
has been successfully activated. The Sensor can
New Sensor
Starting Up
OK
be used to check your glucose after 60 minutes.
Note: If the Sensor is not successfully scanned
Sensor can be used in:

60
minutes
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.

Starting Your Sensor with the App

Before you start your Sensor, choose which device you want to use. If you
start the Sensor with the App, you will be unable to use the Reader to
check your glucose or receive alarms.
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 IMPORTANT:
• The App requires that your phone has date and time enabled
to set automatically. You can check this in your settings. Manual
changes to your phone’s time and date setting can lead to
incorrect time stamp or inability to use the App.
• When using the App, you should keep your phone well charged
and be sure you have access to a blood glucose monitoring
system.
• When you scan your Sensor, you will receive a tone and vibration.
If your phone's volume is turned off, you will not hear the tone.
• When performing an NFC (Near Field Communication) scan, you
may need to adjust your scan distance based on what clothing
you are wearing. In addition to proximity and orientation, other
factors can affect NFC performance. For example, a bulky or
metallic case can interfere with the NFC signal. Keep in mind that
the ease of scanning a Sensor may vary between devices.

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 Note:
• For iPhone Users, the NFC antenna is on the top edge of the
iPhone.
• For Android Users, the NFC antenna location may vary
between devices. Once you determine the location of the NFC
antenna on your phone, you should be able to reliably scan
your Sensor by holding that area near your Sensor.

Please check www.FreeStyleLibre.com for more information

about device compatibility and the location of the NFC antenna
on your phone.

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 iPhone Users
Step Action

1 Tap the scan button . Note:

• You can either tap the blue box on the Home screen or
at the top right.
• If the Ready to Scan dialog disappears, tap the scan
button again.
NFC is now activated and your iPhone is ready to scan the
Sensor.

2 Hold the top of your iPhone near the Sensor (this can be
done over clothing). Do not move your iPhone until you
hear a tone and/or feel a vibration. This completes the scan.
Note:
• If you need help, tap HOW TO SCAN A SENSOR to view an
in-app tutorial. You can also access this later by going to
the Main Menu and then tapping Help.
• If your Sensor is not successfully scanned, you may receive
this Scan Error: “Your scan was unsuccessful. Tap the scan
button and scan again.”
See Troubleshooting section for additional error messages.

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 Step Action

3 The Sensor can be used to check your glucose after the start-
up period. While the Sensor is starting up, you can navigate
away from the App. If notifications are enabled, you will see
a notification when the Sensor is ready.

Android Users
Step Action

1 Hold the back of your phone near the Sensor (this can be
done over clothing) and position the NFC antenna over
the Sensor. Do not move the phone until you hear the first
tone and/or feel a vibration. This indicates your phone and
Sensor have established an NFC connection.

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 Step Action

2 Continue holding your phone near the Sensor until

you hear a second tone and/or feel a vibration. This
completes the scan.
Note:
• If you need help, tap HOW TO SCAN A SENSOR to view an
in-app tutorial. You can also access this later by tapping
at the top of your screen and then tapping Help.
• If your Sensor is not successfully scanned, you may receive
one of these Scan Errors:
o The phone was unable to scan the Sensor. Scan the
Sensor again. Make sure to hold the back of the phone
near the Sensor. When you hear the first tone or
vibration, hold the phone still until you hear the second
tone or vibration.
o Open the App to scan your Sensor because another app
that uses NFC was detected.
See Troubleshooting for additional error messages.

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Step Action

3 The Sensor can be used to check your glucose after the

start-up period. While the Sensor is starting up, you can
navigate away from the App. You will see a notification
when the Sensor is ready.

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 Checking Your Glucose
Checking Your Glucose with the Reader
Step Action

1 10:23pm
T urn the Reader on by pressing
Ends in 14 days

the Home Button or touch

OR Check Glucose from the Home
screen.
Check Review
Glucose History

2  old the Reader within 1.5 inches (4 cm) 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. It 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.

Add Notes
Touch to add notes to
Message
the glucose reading.
Touch for more
information.
Glucose Trend
Glucose Going
Low Arrow
Direction your

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Current Glucose
Glucose from your glucose is going.
latest scan. mg
dL
Food Note 350 Rapid-acting
Insulin Note
250

150
Target Glucose Range Glucose Graph
50
Your Target Glucose Graph of your current
2pm 6pm 10pm
Range is not related to and stored glucose
your glucose alarm readings.
settings.

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 Step Action
Note:
• A Sensor can store up to 8 hours of glucose data, so scan it
at least once every 8 hours to capture all of your available
glucose data.
• The graph displays glucose readings above 350 mg/dL at
350 mg/dL. For sequential readings above 350 mg/dL, a line
is displayed at 350 mg/dL. You can get your Current Glucose
number up to 400 mg/dL and Glucose Trend Arrow when
you scan your Sensor.
• The symbol may appear, indicating the Reader time was
changed. Gaps in the graph may result or glucose readings
may be hidden.
• All available glucose data is used to make your graph so you
can expect to see some differences between the graph line
and previous current glucose readings.

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Checking Your Glucose with the App
Step Action

1 Open the App.

iPhone Users: Tap the scan button .
Note: If the Ready to Scan dialog disappears, tap the scan
button again.
Android Users: Hold the back of your phone near the Sensor.
If scan sounds are turned on, you will get two separate tones
along with the vibrations when your Sensor has been scanned.

2 Hold your phone near the Sensor until you hear a tone and/or
feel a vibration.

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 Step Action

3 The My Glucose screen now displays your glucose reading.

It 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.

Back  Scan Button

Message    

Current Glucose
 
Glucose Trend Arrow

 Note Symbol







High Glucose
Glucose Graph


Alarm Level


Target Glucose Range 

Low Glucose
Alarm Level


 


Add Note 

(Example screen displayed for iPhone)

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Step Action

3 Scan Button (iPhone) - Tap when you are ready to scan your
(cont.) Sensor.
Message - Tap for more information.
Back - Tap to return to Home screen.
Current Glucose - Glucose value from your latest scan.
Add Note - Tap to add notes to the glucose reading.
Glucose Trend Arrow - Direction your glucose is going.
Note Symbol - Tap to review notes you've entered.
Glucose Graph - Graph of your current and stored glucose
readings.
Target Glucose Range - The graph shows your target glucose
range. This is not related to glucose alarm levels.
High Glucose Alarm Level - Your High Glucose Alarm level.
Low Glucose Alarm Level - Your Low Glucose Alarm level.

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 Note:
• A Sensor can store up to 8 hours of glucose data, so scan it at least
once every 8 hours to capture all of your available glucose data.
• The graph will scale to 400 mg/dL to accommodate glucose
readings above 350 mg/dL.
• The symbol may appear, indicating the phone’s time was
changed. Gaps in the graph may result or glucose readings may be
hidden.
• All available glucose data is used to make your graph so you
can expect to see some differences between the graph line and
previous current glucose readings.
• Your current glucose value determines the background color on the
My Glucose screen:
Orange - High glucose (above 240 mg/dL)

Yellow - Between the Target Glucose Range and high or low glucose level

Green - Within the Target Glucose Range

Red - Low glucose (below 70 mg/dL)

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Understanding Your Glucose Readings
Glucose Trend Arrow
The Glucose Trend Arrow gives you an indication of the direction your
glucose is going.

Glucose is rising quickly

(more than 2 mg/dL per minute)

Glucose is rising
(between 1 and 2 mg/dL per minute)

Glucose is changing slowly

(less than 1 mg/dL per minute)

Glucose is falling
(between 1 and 2 mg/dL per minute)

Glucose is falling quickly

(more than 2 mg/dL per minute)

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 Messages
The following table shows messages you may see with your glucose
readings.
Reader App
What To Do
Display Display

Low Glucose If LO appears, your reading is lower

than 40 mg/dL. If HI appears, your
350
LO mg
dL reading is higher than 400 mg/dL.
250 You can touch the symbol
for more information. Check your
150 High Glucose

HI
50

blood glucose on your finger with

2pm 6pm 10pm
mg
dL

350

250
a test strip. If you get a second LO
150

50
or HI result after doing a blood
2pm 6pm 10pm
glucose test, contact your health
care professional immediately.

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 Reader App
What To Do
Display Display

Low Glucose If your glucose is higher than

240 mg/dL or lower than
350
63 mg
dL 70 mg/dL, you will see a message
250
High Glucose on the screen. You can touch the
symbol for more information
150

289
50

and set a reminder to check your

2pm 6pm 10pm
mg
dL

glucose.
350

250

150

50
2pm 6pm 10pm

Glucose Going
Low
If your glucose is projected to
be higher than 240 mg/dL or
350
72 mg
dL lower than 70 mg/dL within 15
250
Glucose Going
High minutes, you will see a message
on the screen. You can touch the
237
150

50

symbol for more information

2pm 6pm 10pm mg
dL
350

250 and set a reminder to check your

glucose.
150

50
2pm 6pm 10pm

Note: In the App, the background

color corresponds to your current
glucose value.

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 Reader App
What To Do
Display Display
7:03am
Ends in 14 days
During the first 12 hours of Sensor
wear the symbol will display,
110 mg
dL and you cannot use Sensor values
to make treatment decisions
350

250

150

50
during this time. Confirm Sensor
10pm 2am 6am
glucose readings with a blood
glucose test before making
treatment decisions during the
first 12 hours of Sensor wear when
you see the symbol.

Note:
• If you are not sure about a message or reading, contact your health care
professional before you do anything.
• Messages you receive with your glucose readings are not related to
your glucose alarm settings.
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 Making Treatment Decisions
Work with your health care professional to put together a plan for
managing your diabetes that includes when to use the System
information for making treatment decisions. You should also talk to
your health care professional about the best times to scan your Sensor.
Consider scanning your Sensor before a period when you will not be
monitoring your glucose, such as before driving, exercise or sleeping.
WARNING: The System can replace blood glucose testing except in
the below situations. These are the times when you need to do a blood
glucose test before deciding what to do or what treatment decision to
make as Sensor readings may not accurately reflect blood glucose levels:
Do a blood glucose test if you think your
glucose readings are not correct or do not
match how you feel. Do not ignore symptoms
that may be due to low or high glucose.
Do a blood glucose test when you see the
symbol during the first 12 hours of wearing a
Sensor or the Sensor glucose reading does not
include a Current Glucose number.

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 Making Treatment Decisions – Getting Started
Before you start using the System for treatment decisions, make sure
you have a good understanding of how the System works for your body.
Continue to use your blood glucose meter for treatment decisions
until you are comfortable with the information you receive from your
System. This includes understanding that: Sensor performance can vary in
between Sensors, within a Sensor wear period (duration specified by your
Sensor insert), and in different situations. There may be variations between
Sensors during the first 12 hours after insertion, so pay attention to how
each newly inserted Sensor is working for you when deciding whether to
make treatment decisions based on your Sensor readings.
Getting familiar with the System could take days, weeks, or even months.
The more you check readings from the System with a blood glucose meter,
the better you will understand how the System works for you.
Work with your health care professional to put together a plan for
managing your diabetes that includes when to use the System
information for making treatment decisions.

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Helpful Tips
• Confirm your Sensor glucose readings with a blood glucose meter until
you understand:
o Sensor accuracy may vary between Sensors.
o Sensor accuracy may vary during a Sensor wear session.
o Sensor accuracy may vary in different situations (meals, exercise, first
day of use, etc.).
• S can your Sensor often to see how carbs, medication, exercise, illness, or
stress levels impact your Sensor glucose readings. The information you
get can help you figure out why your glucose sometimes goes too high
or too low, and how to prevent it from doing so in the future.
• T alk to your health care professional about how your insulin works. The
more you understand about your insulin, including how long it takes to
start working and how long it lasts in your body, the more likely you will
be to make better treatment decisions.
•  aking a treatment decision doesn’t just mean taking insulin. Treatment
M
decisions can also include things like taking fast-acting carbs, eating, or
even doing nothing and scanning again later.

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 •  our health care professional can also help you to understand when
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doing nothing and scanning again later is the right treatment decision.
For example, if your glucose is high and going up, your first instinct may
be to take more insulin to lower your glucose, however depending on
when you last took insulin or your recent activity, the right treatment
decision may be to do nothing and scan again later. Avoid “insulin
stacking”.
• Sensor glucose values, which are based on interstitial fluid glucose
levels, can be different from blood glucose levels (fingersticks),
particularly during times when your blood glucose is changing quickly.
If your glucose readings and alarms from the System do not match your
symptoms or expectations, use a fingerstick blood glucose value from a
blood glucose meter to make diabetes treatment decisions.

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 Glucose
Sensor Glucose Rising
80 mg/dL Quickly
Blood Glucose
100 mg/dL
Blood Glucose
70 mg/dL
Glucose Sensor Glucose
Falling 95 mg/dL
Quickly

When not to use Sensor Glucose readings for treatment decisions

No Current Glucose Number

When there is no Current Glucose number, such as when you receive an
error message or a LO or HI result, you don’t have enough information to
make a treatment decision. Do a blood glucose test and treat based on
that result.

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 When you see the symbol during the first 12 hours of wearing a
Sensor
During the first 12 hours of Sensor wear the symbol will display, and
you cannot use Sensor values to make treatment decisions during this
time. Confirm Sensor glucose readings with a blood glucose test before
making treatment decisions during the first 12 hours of Sensor wear when
you see the symbol.

Think Your Readings are Incorrect?

Don’t trust Sensor glucose readings that you think may be incorrect or
that don’t match what you would expect based on your recent activity.
For example, if you ate dinner but forgot to take insulin before eating, you
would expect your glucose to be high. If your glucose reading is low, then
it doesn’t match your recent activity, so don’t use it to make treatment
decisions. Don’t make treatment decisions if you think your Sensor
glucose readings are incorrect. Do a blood glucose test and treat based on
that result.

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Symptoms Don’t Match Readings
There may be times when your symptoms don’t match your Sensor
glucose readings. For example, you are feeling shaky, sweaty, and dizzy–
symptoms you generally get when you have low glucose, but your glucose
reading is within your target range. When symptoms don’t match readings,
do a blood glucose test and treat based on that result. Don’t ignore
symptoms that may be due to low or high blood glucose.
If you’re the caregiver, pay attention to times when the symptoms of the
one you’re caring for don’t match their Sensor glucose readings. When
symptoms don’t match readings, do a blood glucose test and treat based
on that result.
When to do Nothing and Scan Again Later
Your health care professional can help you understand when doing
nothing and scanning again later is the right treatment decision. For
example, if your glucose is high and going up, your first instinct may be to
take more insulin to lower your glucose, however depending on when you
last took insulin or your recent activity, the right treatment decision may
be to do nothing and scan again later.
Don’t take a correction dose within 2 hours of your meal dose. This may
result in “insulin stacking” and low glucose.

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 Using Your Glucose Reading to Make a Treatment
Decision
 fter you scan your Sensor, use all of the information on the
A
screen when deciding what to do or what treatment decision
to make.
Reader
Glucose Trend Arrow
Direction your glucose is going
Current Glucose
Arrow What it means

Message Glucose rising quickly

Glucose rising
Glucose Going
Low Glucose changing slowly

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Glucose Glucose falling
Trend Glucose falling quickly
mg Arrow
dL
350
Glucose Graph
250 Graph of your current and stored glucose readings
Food Note Rapid-Acting
150 Insulin Note
mg/dL 350
50
2pm 6pm 10pm 250

150
Target Current
Glucose 50 Glucose
Glucose Graph Range 2pm 6pm 10pm

Time

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 App
Glucose Trend Arrow
Direction your glucose is going
Current Glucose
Arrow What it means
Message
Glucose rising quickly

 Glucose rising


Glucose changing slowly
Glucose
 Trend Glucose falling
Arrow Glucose falling quickly






 Glucose Graph

 Graph of your current and stored glucose readings

Food Note 
Rapid-Acting

 Insulin Note
 


  





Target 
Current
Glucose Graph Glucose 
Glucose
Range   

Time

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 This table provides some information on how you can factor the Glucose
Trend Arrow into your treatment decisions. Remember that you should
never make a treatment decision based on the Glucose Trend Arrow alone.
Treatment Decision Considerations
Glucose
Trend
Low Glucose Glucose in High Glucose
Arrow
(< 70 mg/dL) Target Range (> 240 mg/dL)

Treat low glucose If you are about to eat, If you are about to eat,
according to your health take insulin to cover take insulin to cover
care professional’s your meal. Consider your meal. Consider
recommendation. taking a little more since taking a little more since
glucose is rising quickly. glucose is high and
If you have taken insulin rising quickly.
recently, do nothing and If this is between
scan again later. meals, consider taking
Avoid “insulin stacking”. an insulin correction
dose, unless you have
taken insulin recently. If
you have taken insulin
recently, do nothing and
scan again later.
Avoid “insulin stacking”.

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 Treatment Decision Considerations
Glucose
Trend
Low Glucose Glucose in High Glucose
Arrow
(< 70 mg/dL) Target Range (> 240 mg/dL)

Treat low glucose If you are about to eat, If you are about to eat,
according to your health take insulin to cover take insulin to cover
care professional’s your meal. Consider your meal. Consider
recommendation. taking a little more since taking a little more since
glucose is rising. glucose is high and
If you have taken insulin rising.
recently, do nothing and If this is between
scan again later. meals, consider taking
Avoid “insulin stacking”. an insulin correction
dose, unless you have
taken insulin recently. If
you have taken insulin
recently, do nothing and
scan again later.
Avoid “insulin stacking”.

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 Treatment Decision Considerations
Glucose
Trend
Low Glucose Glucose in High Glucose
Arrow
(< 70 mg/dL) Target Range (> 240 mg/dL)

Treat low glucose If you are about to eat, If you are about to eat,
according to your health take insulin to cover take insulin to cover
care professional’s your meal. your meal. Consider
recommendation. If this is between meals, taking a little more since
do nothing and scan glucose is high.
again later. If this is between
meals, consider taking
an insulin correction
dose, unless you have
taken insulin recently. If
you have taken insulin
recently, do nothing and
scan again later.
Avoid “insulin stacking”.

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 Treatment Decision Considerations
Glucose
Trend
Low Glucose Glucose in High Glucose
Arrow
(< 70 mg/dL) Target Range (> 240 mg/dL)

Treat low glucose If you are about to eat, If you are about to eat,
according to your health take insulin to cover take insulin to cover
care professional’s your meal. Consider your meal. Consider
recommendation. taking a little less since taking a little less since
glucose is falling. glucose is falling.
If this is between If this is between meals,
meals, consider eating consider doing nothing
a snack or fast-acting and scan again later.
carbohydrates to stay Avoid “insulin stacking”.
within target and scan
again later.

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 Treatment Decision Considerations
Glucose
Trend
Low Glucose Glucose in High Glucose
Arrow
(< 70 mg/dL) Target Range (> 240 mg/dL)

Treat low glucose If you are about to eat, If you are about to eat,
according to your health take insulin to cover take insulin to cover
care professional’s your meal. Consider your meal. Consider
recommendation. taking a little less taking a little less
since glucose is falling since glucose is falling
quickly. quickly.
If this is between If this is between meals,
meals, consider eating consider doing nothing
a snack or fast-acting and scan again later.
carbohydrates to stay Avoid “insulin stacking”.
within target and scan
again later.

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Example Scenarios
Here are some example scenarios to help you understand how to use
the information on your screen. Always use all of the information on the
screen before deciding what to do or what treatment decision to make. If
you are not sure about what to do, consult your health care professional.
What you see What it means
When you wake-up: When you wake-up on your first day
Reader of wearing a Sensor, your current
7:03am
Ends in 14 days App glucose is 110 mg/dL. There is also the
symbol on the screen.
350
110 mg
dL

During the first 12 hours of Sensor

250

150
wear the symbol will display, and
50
10pm 2am 6am
you cannot use Sensor values to make
treatment decisions during this time.
Confirm Sensor glucose readings with
a blood glucose test before making
treatment decisions during the first
12 hours of Sensor wear when you see
the symbol.

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 What you see What it means
Before breakfast: Before breakfast, your current glucose
Reader is 115 mg/dL. The graph shows that
8:06am your glucose is going up and so does
Ends in 2 days
App
the trend arrow .
115
350
mg
dL

Consider what might be causing your

250

150 glucose to go up and what you might

do to prevent a high glucose. For
50
12am 4am 8am

example:
• How much insulin should you take
before your meal?
• Since you see , should you
consider taking a little more insulin?

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 What you see What it means
Before lunch: When you checked your glucose before
Reader lunch, it was 90 mg/dL and rising.
12:00pm Before eating lunch, you took enough
Ends in 3 days
App
insulin to cover the meal and a little
350
90 mg
dL
more since your trend arrow was .
250

150

50
4am 8am 12pm

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 What you see What it means
After lunch: 90 minutes later, your current glucose
Reader is 225 mg/dL. The graph shows that your
1:30pm glucose is still going up, and so does the
Ends in 3 days
App
trend arrow .
225
350
mg
dL
Don’t take a correction dose within
250
2 hours of your meal dose. This may
150

50 result in “insulin stacking” and low

5am 9am 1pm

glucose.

Consider what might be causing your

glucose to go up and what you might
do to prevent a high glucose. For
example:
• Has the insulin you took for your meal
reached its full effect?
• Scan your Sensor again later.

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 What you see What it means
In the afternoon: Between meals, your current glucose is
Reader 72 mg/dL. The Glucose Going Low
Glucose Going message tells you that your glucose is
Low
App
projected to be low within 15 minutes.
350
72 mg
dL
Think about what might be causing
250

150
your glucose to go low. Consider eating
50
7am 11am 3pm
a snack to stay within target. Avoid
taking insulin as this can cause low
glucose.

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 What you see What it means
After exercising: After exercising, you are feeling shaky,
sweaty, and dizzy – symptoms you
Reader
5:47pm
generally get when you have low
Ends in 9 days
App glucose. But, your current glucose is
204
350
mg
dL
204 mg/dL.
250 Anytime you get a reading that doesn’t
150

50
match how you feel, do a blood
9am 1pm 5pm
glucose test.

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 What you see What it means
Before dinner: Before dinner, your current glucose is
Reader 134 mg/dL. The graph shows that your
7:34pm glucose is going down and so does
Ends in 7 days
App
the trend arrow .
134
350
mg
dL
Consider what might be causing your
250
glucose to go down and what you
150

50 might do to prevent a low glucose. For

11am 3pm 7pm

example:
• How much insulin should you take
before your meal?
• Since you see , should you
consider taking a little less insulin?

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 Other considerations
Deciding how much rapid-acting insulin to take for different meals and
situations can be difficult. Work with your health care professional to
discuss different situations and what might work best for you. Here are
some questions to consider:
Meal dosing
• What do you do if your before meal glucose is high?
• What do you do if your before meal glucose is low?
• How much time do you wait to eat after taking your meal insulin?
• Do you adjust the amount of meal insulin based on the number of carbs
or how much you are planning to eat?
• Do you adjust your meal insulin dose for high fat foods such as pizza?
• Do you know how to adjust your insulin doses when drinking alcoholic
beverages?
High glucose corrections
• Do you take extra insulin if your glucose is high?
• How do you decide how much insulin to take for a high glucose?
• How long do you wait between insulin doses to avoid insulin stacking?

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Bedtime
• How often do you check your glucose before bed?
• What do you consider a safe bedtime glucose?
• What do you do if your bedtime glucose is high?
• What do you do if your bedtime glucose is low?
• When should you eat a bedtime snack?
• What do you do if your before meal glucose is high?
• What do you do if your before meal glucose is low?
Other factors
• How do you adjust your insulin dose based on the Glucose Trend Arrow?
• How do you adjust your insulin dose for different types of exercise or
activities?
• How do you adjust your insulin doses for stress?
• How do you adjust your insulin doses for illness?

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 Reader Alarms
When in range of the Reader, your Sensor automatically communicates
with the Reader to give you Low and High Glucose Alarms. These alarms
are on by default.
Please read all the information in this section before setting and using
alarms.

IMPORTANT: Glucose alarms are an important safety feature for

some people. For example, those that have impaired awareness of
hypoglycemia or a history of severe hypoglycemia. Before you turn
alarms off or change their settings, please consult your health care
professional.

CAUTION:
• For you to receive alarms, they must be on and your Reader should
be within 20 feet of you at all times. The transmission range is 20
feet unobstructed. If you are out of range, you may not receive
glucose alarms.
• To prevent missed alarms, make sure the Reader has sufficient
charge and that sound and/or vibration are turned on.

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IMPORTANT: What to know about glucose alarms
• Scan your Sensor often to check your glucose. If you get a Low
or High Glucose Alarm, you must obtain a glucose result to
determine what to do next.
• The Low and High Glucose Alarms should not be used
exclusively to detect low or high glucose conditions. The
glucose alarms should always be used along with your current
glucose, glucose trend arrow, and glucose graph.
• Low and High Glucose Alarm levels are different from your
Target Glucose Range values. Low and High Glucose Alarms
tell you when your glucose has passed the level you set in
the alarm. Your Target Glucose Range is displayed on glucose
graphs on the Reader and used to calculate your Time In
Target.

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 IMPORTANT: How to prevent missed alarms
• Alarms must be kept on for you to receive them and you should
ensure that your Reader is within 20 feet of you at all times. The
Sensor itself will not issue alarms.
• If the Sensor is not communicating with the Reader,
you will not receive glucose alarms, and you may miss
detecting low glucose or high glucose episodes. You will
see the symbol on the Home screen when the Sensor is
not communicating with the Reader. Make sure the Signal
Loss Alarm is on so you will be notified if your Sensor has not
communicated with the Reader for 20 minutes.
• Make sure the Reader’s sound and/or vibration settings are on
and your Reader is near you. The Home screen indicates the
sound/vibration setting when any alarm is on:
Sound and Vibration ON
Sound ON, Vibration OFF
Sound OFF, Vibration ON
Sound and Vibration OFF

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Setting Reader Alarms
Work with your health care professional to determine your alarm settings.
Step Action

1 10:23pm
Ends in 14 days
F rom the Home screen, touch the Settings
symbol . Touch Alarms.

Check Review
Settings
Glucose History

Alarms

Sound & Vibration

Time & Date

1/4

2 Alarm Settings OK
Touch Change Alarm Settings.
Low Glucose 70 mg/dL

High Glucose 240 mg/dL

Signal Loss On

Change Alarm Settings

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 Step Action

3 Change Alarm
Settings
OK
Select the alarm you want to set or turn off.
Low Glucose Alarm

High Glucose Alarm

CAUTION: If alarms are turned off, you will
Signal Loss Alarm not get a notification when you have low
glucose or high glucose.

Low Glucose Alarm: Notifies you when your

glucose is below the level you set.
High Glucose Alarm: Notifies you when your
glucose is above the level you set.
Signal Loss Alarm: Notifies you when your
Sensor is not communicating with the Reader
and that you will not receive Low or High
Glucose Alarms.

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Alarm How to Set
Low The Low Glucose Alarm is on by default.
Glucose The alarm level is initially set to Low Glucose Alarm ?
Alarm 70 mg/dL. You can use the arrows
to change this value between 70
60 mg/dL and 100 mg/dL. If the mg/dL

alarm is on, you will be notified On

when your glucose falls below the done

level you set. Touch the slider to

turn the alarm off.
Touch done to save.

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 Alarm How to Set
High The High Glucose Alarm is on by default.
Glucose The alarm level is initially set to High Glucose Alarm ?

Alarm 240 mg/dL. You can use the arrows

to change this value between 240
120 mg/dL and 400 mg/dL. If the mg/dL

alarm is on, you will be notified On

when your glucose rises above the done

level you set. Touch the slider to

turn the alarm off.
Touch done to save.

Signal If the alarm is on, you will be Signal Loss Alarm

Loss notified when your Sensor has not On

Alarm communicated with your Reader Turn On to get notified when

for 20 minutes and you are not

the glucose alarms you set are
not available because your
Sensor is not communicating

receiving Low or High Glucose with the Reader.

Alarms. Touch the slider to turn the done

alarm off.
Touch done to save.

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Step Action

4 Change Alarm OK When you are finished setting your alarms,

touch OK. The Alarms Settings screen now
Settings

Low Glucose Alarm

shows your current alarm settings. Touch OK
High Glucose Alarm
to return to the main settings menu, or touch
Signal Loss Alarm
Change Alarm Settings to make additional
Alarm Settings OK
updates.
Low Glucose 70 mg/dL

High Glucose 240 mg/dL

Signal Loss On

Change Alarm Settings

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 Setting Reader Alarm Sounds
Step Action

1 10:23pm
Ends in 14 days
F rom the Home screen, touch the
Settings symbol . Touch Sound &
Vibration to change the alarm sounds.
Check Review
Settings
Glucose History

Alarms

Sound & Vibration

Time & Date

1/4

2 Sound & Vibration OK Touch the sound or vibration setting you

System
would like to change.
On

Note: These settings apply to the alarms

Sounds

Volume High

Vibration Off
as well as other Reader functions.
Touch
Sounds
Off Touch OK to save.

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Using Reader Alarms
What you See What it Means
Low Glucose Alarm The Low Glucose Alarm notifies you if your
glucose drops below the level you set. The alarm
does not include your glucose reading, so you
Dismiss Alarm & Check
need to scan your Sensor to check your glucose.
Glucose
Touch Dismiss Alarm & Check Glucose or press
the Home Button to dismiss the alarm and check
your glucose. You will only receive one alarm per
low glucose episode.

High Glucose Alarm The High Glucose Alarm notifies you if your
glucose rises above the level you set. The alarm
does not include your glucose reading, so you
Dismiss Alarm & Check
need to scan your Sensor to check your glucose.
Glucose
Touch Dismiss Alarm & Check Glucose or press
the Home Button to dismiss the alarm and check
your glucose. You will only receive one alarm per
high glucose episode.

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 What you See What it Means
Signal Loss Alarm The Signal Loss Alarm notifies you if your Sensor
has not communicated with the Reader for 20
Scan Sensor now?
minutes and you are not receiving Low or High
Glucose Alarms. Signal loss could be caused by
No Yes
the Sensor being too far away from the Reader
(over 20 feet) or another issue such as an error or
problem with your Sensor or Reader.
Touch No to dismiss the alarm.
Touch Yes or press the Home Button to dismiss
the alarm and scan the Sensor.

Note:
• If you ignore an alarm, you will receive it again in 5 minutes if the
condition still exists.
• If you receive an alarm while the Reader is connected to a
computer, you must first unplug the Reader to scan the Sensor.

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 App Alarms
FreeStyle Libre 2 App includes several types of alarms.
• Optional Glucose Alarms: Low Glucose and High Glucose Alarms are
turned on by default, but can be turned off or customized to alarm at
different glucose levels. The Override Do Not Disturb setting is turned on
by default for each of these alarms, so you will receive a visual and audio
notification regardless of your phone’s sound or Do Not Disturb settings.
Note:
iPhone Users: Turn OFF Override Do Not Disturb if you want the
Optional Glucose Alarm volume to follow your phone's volume setting,
and be silent when Do Not Disturb setting is enabled. Visual and
Vibratory notification for the alarm may be presented based on your
phone's settings.
Android Users: Turn OFF Override Do Not Disturb if you want the
Optional Glucose Alarm volume to follow your phone’s Media volume,
and be silent when Do Not Disturb setting is enabled. Visual and
Vibratory notification for the alarm may be presented based on your
phone's settings.

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 • Urgent Low Glucose: Urgent Low Glucose Alarm will be delivered when
your glucose goes below 55 mg/dL. You will receive a visual and audio
notification regardless of your phone’s sound or Do Not Disturb settings.
This alarm cannot be turned off or customized.
• Optional Signal Loss Alarm: Signal Loss Alarm will be delivered when
your Sensor isn’t communicating with the App. This alarm is turned
on by default, but it can be customized based on your preference. The
Override Do Not Disturb setting is turned on by default for this alarm, so
you will receive a visual and audio notification regardless of your phone’s
sound or Do Not Disturb settings.
Note:
iPhone Users: Turn OFF Override Do Not Disturb if you want the
Optional Signal Loss Alarm volume to follow your phone's volume
setting, and be silent when Do Not Disturb setting is enabled. Visual
and Vibratory notification for the alarm may be presented based on
your phone's settings.
Android Users: Turn OFF Override Do Not Disturb if you want the
Optional Signal Loss Alarm to follow your phone’s Media volume, and
be silent when Do Not Disturb setting is enabled. Visual and Vibratory
notification for the alarm may be presented based on your phone's
settings.

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• Fixed System Alarms: Replace Sensor and Sensor Ended Alarms will
be delivered when your Sensor needs to be replaced. You will receive
a visual and audio notification regardless of your phone’s sound or Do
Not Disturb settings. These alarms cannot be modified or turned off and
indicate you are no longer receiving glucose readings or glucose alarms.
Note:
The iPhone app includes an App Stopped Alarm to indicate you have
force closed the App.
Please read all the information in this section before setting and using
alarms.

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 CAUTION:
• For you to receive alarms, your phone should be within 20 feet of
you at all times. The transmission range is 20 feet unobstructed.
If you are out of range, you may not receive alarms. If you want to
receive the App's optional alarms, make sure these are turned on.
• For iPhone, do not force close the App. The App must be running
in the background to receive alarms. If you force close the App you
will not receive alarms. Re-open the App to ensure you will receive
alarms.
• If you restart your phone, open your App to make sure it’s working
properly.
• Glucose alarms you receive do not include your glucose reading so
you must scan your Sensor to check your glucose.
• The App will ask for phone permissions which are needed to
receive alarms. Allow these permissions when requested.
• Check to make sure that you have the correct phone settings and
permissions enabled. If your phone is not configured properly, you
will not be able to use the App, so you will not receive alarms or be
able to check your glucose.

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o iPhones are to be configured as follows:
■ In the phone settings, keep Bluetooth ON
■ In the phone settings for the App, allow the App to access
Bluetooth
■ In the phone settings for the App under Notifications, keep
Allow Critical Alerts ON
o Android Phones are to be configured as follows:
■ In the phone settings, keep Bluetooth ON

■ In the phone settings for the App, keep Do Not Disturb Access
permission ON
• If your phone is not configured correctly, the App will be in
"Alarms Unavailable" state and you will not be able to check your
glucose or receive any alarms, including the Urgent Low Glucose
Alarm.
• To turn on Critical Alerts, Do Not Disturb Permission, and
Bluetooth, follow the instructions in the App.
• For Android, you may need to add the FreeStyle Libre 2 app to
the list of apps that will not be restricted or put to sleep.

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 • If you adjust the phone ringer volume (iPhone) or Media volume
(Android) to silent or use the phone do not disturb setting, keep
‘Override Do Not Disturb’ setting in the App ON for Low Glucose,
High Glucose, and Signal Loss Alarms to ensure you receive audible
alarms.
• You should disconnect headphones or speakers from your phone
when you are not using them as you may not hear audio for alarms.
If using headphones, keep them in your ears.
• If you are using peripheral devices connected to your phone, such
as wireless headphones or a smartwatch, you may receive alarms
on only one device or peripheral, not all.
• Keep your phone well charged and turned on.
• Disable your phone’s automatic operating system updates. After
an operating system update, open your App and check your device
settings to make sure it’s working properly.
• Some operating system features may impact your ability to receive
alarms. For example, if you use an iPhone and the iOS Screen Time
feature, add FreeStyle Libre 2 to the list of always allowed apps to
ensure that you receive alarms or if you use an Android Phone do
not use the Android Digital Wellbeing app.

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IMPORTANT:
• Scan your Sensor often to check your glucose. If you get an Urgent
Low, Low, or High Glucose Alarm, you must obtain a glucose result
to determine what to do next.
• The Urgent Low, Low, and High Glucose Alarms should not be used
exclusively to detect low or high glucose conditions. The glucose
alarms should always be used along with your current glucose,
glucose trend arrow, and glucose graph.
• Low and High Glucose Alarm levels are different from your Target
Glucose Range values. Low and High Glucose Alarms tell you when
your glucose has passed the level you set in the alarm. Your Target
Glucose Range is displayed on glucose graphs in the App and used
to calculate your Time In Target.
• Make sure your phone is near you. The Sensor itself will not issue
alarms.
• If the Sensor is not communicating with the App, you will
not receive glucose alarms, and you may miss detecting low
glucose or high glucose episodes. You will see the symbol on
the screen when the Sensor is not communicating with the App. If
the Signal Loss Alarm is on, you will be notified if your Sensor has
not communicated with the App for 20 minutes.

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 • If you see the symbol you may not receive alarms when the
Override Do Not Disturb setting within the App is disabled.
Confirm your settings are as follows:
iPhone settings:
o Allow Notifications is ON
o Lock screen and Banners alerts are ON
o Notifications sounds are ON
Android Phone settings:
o Lock screen notifications are ON
o Channel notifications or Pop-up notifications are ON
o Battery optimization is OFF
o Phone Media volume is ON

If alarms are unavailable because of any of these settings you will

still be able to scan your Sensor to check your glucose. Touch the
symbol for more information.

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Setting App Alarms
To set or turn off your optional glucose alarms, go to the Main Menu and
tap Alarms. Select the alarm you want to change. Work with your health
care professional to determine your alarm settings.
Low Glucose Alarm
Step Action

1 T he Low Glucose Alarm is on by default. The alarm level is

initially set to 70 mg/dL. Tap to change this value between
60 mg/dL and 100 mg/dL. If the alarm is on, you will be notified
when your glucose falls below the level you set. Touch the slider
to turn the alarm off. Tap SAVE.

2 Choose the sound for this alarm. Tap SAVE.

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 Step Action

3 Override Do Not Disturb for the alarm is on by default. Keep

Override Do Not Disturb ON if you want the alarm to always
play a sound and appear on the lock screen even if your phone
is muted or Do Not Disturb is on. The alarm vibration will
match your phone setting.
Note:
iPhone Users:
• Turn OFF Override Do Not Disturb if you want the alarm
volume to follow your phone's volume setting, and be silent
when Do Not Disturb setting is enabled. Visual and Vibratory
notification for the alarm may be presented based on your
phone's settings.
• You must keep Allow Critical Alerts ON for the App in the
phone settings.
Android Users:
• Turn OFF Override Do Not Disturb if you want the alarm
volume to follow your phone’s Media volume, and be silent
when Do Not Disturb setting is enabled. Visual and Vibratory
notification for the alarm may be presented based on your
phone's settings.
• You must keep Do Not Disturb access permission ON for the
App in the phone settings.

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 Step Action

4 Tap the back button to Low Glucose Alarm Low Glucose Alarm

return to the main alarm Low Glucose Alarm

ALARM
On Low Glucose Alarm On

settings screen.
ALARM

When glucose goes below 70 mg/dL When glucose goes below 70 mg/dL

SOUNDS
SOUNDS

Alarm Tone Custom

Alarm Tone Custom

Override Do Not Disturb On

Override Do Not Disturb On
Turn ON if you want this alarm to always play a sound and
Turn ON if you want this alarm to always play a sound even if
appear on the lock screen even if your phone is muted or your phone is muted or Do not disturb is on.
Do Not Disturb is on.

(Example screen (Example screen displayed

displayed for iPhone) for Android Phone)

High Glucose Alarm

Step Action

1 T he High Glucose Alarm is on by default. The alarm level is

initially set to 240 mg/dL. Tap to change this value between
120 mg/dL and 400 mg/dL. If the alarm is on, you will be
notified when your glucose rises above the level you set.
Touch the slider to turn the alarm off. Tap SAVE.

2 Choose the sound for this alarm. Tap SAVE.

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 Step Action

3 Override Do Not Disturb for the alarm is on by default. Keep

Override Do Not Disturb ON if you want the alarm to always
play a sound and appear on the lock screen even if your phone
is muted or Do Not Disturb is on. The alarm vibration will
match your phone setting.
Note:
iPhone Users:
• Turn OFF Override Do Not Disturb if you want the alarm
volume to follow your phone's volume setting, and be silent
when Do Not Disturb setting is enabled. Visual and Vibratory
notification for the alarm may be presented based on your
phone's settings.
• You must keep Allow Critical Alerts ON for the App in the
phone settings.
Android Users:
• Turn OFF Override Do Not Disturb if you want the alarm
volume to follow your phone’s Media volume, and be silent
when Do Not Disturb setting is enabled. Visual and Vibratory
notification for the alarm may be presented based on your
phone's settings.
• You must keep Do Not Disturb access permission ON for the
App in the phone settings.

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 Step Action

4 Tap the back button to High Glucose Alarm High Glucose Alarm

return to the main alarm High Glucose Alarm

ALARM
On High Glucose Alarm

ALARM
On

settings screen. When glucose goes below 200 mg/dL When glucose goes above 200 mg/dL

SOUNDS
SOUNDS

Alarm Tone Custom

Alarm Tone Custom

Override Do Not Disturb On

Override Do Not Disturb On
Turn ON if you want this alarm to always play a sound and Turn ON if you want this alarm to always play a sound even if
appear on the lock screen even if your phone is muted or your phone is muted or Do not disturb is on.
Do Not Disturb is on.

(Example screen (Example screen displayed

displayed for iPhone) for Android Phone)

Signal Loss Alarm

Step Action

1 If the alarm is on, you will be notified when your Sensor has not
communicated with the App for 20 minutes and you are not
receiving Low or High Glucose Alarms. Tap the slider to turn the
alarm off.

2 Choose the sound for this alarm. Tap SAVE.

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 Step Action

3 Override Do Not Disturb for the alarm is on by default. Keep

Override Do Not Disturb ON if you want the alarm to always
play a sound and appear on the lock screen even if your phone
is muted or Do Not Disturb is on. The alarm vibration will
match your phone setting.
Note:
iPhone Users:
• Turn OFF Override Do Not Disturb if you want the alarm
volume to follow your phone's volume setting, and be silent
when Do Not Disturb setting is enabled. Visual and Vibratory
notification for the alarm may be presented based on your
phone's settings.
• You must keep Allow Critical Alerts ON for the App in the
phone settings.
Android Users:
• Turn OFF Override Do Not Disturb if you want the alarm
volume to follow your phone’s Media volume, and be silent
when Do Not Disturb setting is enabled. Visual and Vibratory
notification for the alarm may be presented based on your
phone's settings.
• You must keep Do Not Disturb access permission ON for the
App in the phone settings.

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Step Action

4 Tap the back button to Signal Loss Alarm Signal Loss Alarm

return to the main alarm

Receive a Signal Loss Alarm when your glucose
Receive a Signal Loss Alarm when your glucose
alarms are not available because the Sensor is not
communicating with the App. alarms are not available because the Sensor is not
communicating with the App.

settings screen. Signal Loss Alarm

SOUNDS
On
Signal Loss Alarm On

SOUNDS
Alarm Tone Custom
Alarm Tone Custom

Override Do Not Disturb On

Override Do Not Disturb On
Turn ON if you want this alarm to always play a sound and
appear on the lock screen even if your phone is muted or Turn ON if you want this alarm to always play a sound even if
Do Not Disturb is on. your phone is muted or Do not disturb is on.

(Example screen (Example screen displayed

displayed for iPhone) for Android Phone)

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 Using App Alarms
What you see What it means
Notifies you if your glucose drops
below 55 mg/dL. The alarm does not
include your glucose reading, so you
need to scan your Sensor to check your
glucose. Swipe or tap to dismiss the
alarm and check your glucose. You will
receive the Urgent Low Glucose Alarm
every 30 minutes until your glucose
reading is at or above 55 mg/dL.

Notifies you if your glucose drops

below the level you set. The alarm does
not include your glucose reading, so
you need to scan your Sensor to check
your glucose. Swipe or tap to dismiss
the alarm and check your glucose. You
will only receive one alarm per low
glucose episode.

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What you see What it means
Notifies you if your glucose rises above
the level you set. The alarm does not
include your glucose reading, so you
need to scan your Sensor to check
your glucose. Swipe or tap to dismiss
the alarm and check your glucose. You
will only receive one alarm per high
glucose episode.

Notifies you if your Sensor has not

communicated with the App for 20
minutes and you are not receiving
Urgent Low, Low, or High Glucose
Alarms. Signal loss could be caused
by the Sensor being too far away from
your phone (over 20 feet) or another
issue such as an error or problem with
your Sensor. Swipe or tap to dismiss
the alarm.

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 What you see What it means
Notifies you if your Sensor has ended.
You will not receive glucose alarms
(iPhone only) after this time unless you start a new
Sensor. Remove your Sensor and start
a new Sensor to check your glucose.
Swipe or tap to dismiss the alarm.

Note: For all App alarms (excluding Sensor Ended and App
Stopped alarm): if you ignore an alarm, you will receive it again
in 5 minutes if the condition still exists. Only your most recent
alarms will display on your screen.
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 What you see What it means
Notifies you if your Sensor has ended.
You will not receive glucose alarms
after this time unless you start a new
Sensor. Remove your Sensor and start
a new Sensor to check your glucose.
Swipe or tap to dismiss the alarm.

Notifies you if the App has been closed.

The App must be running in the
(iPhone only) background to receive alarms. Tap the
alarm to re-open the App.

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 Adding Notes to Glucose Readings
Notes can be saved with your glucose readings to help you track things
like food, insulin, and exercise.
Adding Notes in the Reader
You can add a note at the time of your glucose reading or within 15
minutes after your reading was obtained.
Step Action

1 Glucose Going
F rom the Glucose Reading screen, add notes
by touching the symbol in the upper right
High

236 mg
dL
corner of the touchscreen. If you do not want to
350

250
add notes, you can press the Home Button to go
150
to the Home screen or hold the Home Button to
50
6am 10am 2pm
turn the Reader off.

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 Step Action

2 Add Notes OK Select the checkbox next to the notes you would
like to add. Touch the down arrow to view other
Rapid-Acting
Insulin +
note options. After you check the box for food
Long-Acting
Insulin + and insulin notes, the + symbol appears to the
Food
+ right of the note. You can touch it to add more
specific information to your note. Then touch OK.
1/4

• Insulin notes: Enter the number of units taken.

• Food notes: Enter grams or serving
information.

Note: Food and rapid-acting insulin notes are shown

on your glucose graphs and in your Logbook as symbols.

3 Add Notes OK
Touch 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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 Adding Notes in the App
In the App, you can add a note to your glucose reading at anytime.
Step Action

1 Tap the symbol on the My Glucose screen.

2 Select the checkbox next to the notes you would like to add.
After you check the box, you can add more specific information
to your note.
• Food notes: Enter meal type and grams or serving information
• Insulin notes: Enter the number of units taken
• Exercise notes: Enter intensity and duration
Note: You cannot add a blood glucose result note to a glucose
reading. See Reviewing Your History section for how to enter
blood glucose results in the App's Logbook.

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Step Action

3 Tap DONE to save your note.

Notes are shown on your glucose graphs and in your
Logbook as symbols.
You can review a note by tapping its symbol on your glucose
graph or by going to the Logbook. See Reviewing Your
History section for more information about the Logbook. To
edit a note from the glucose graph, tap the symbol and then
tap on the information you would like to change. Tap DONE
when you are finished.

Food Exercise

Insulin (Rapid or
Food + Insulin
Long-acting)
Multiple/Custom notes – indicates different types
of notes entered together or notes entered within a
short period of time. A numbered badge next to
the symbol indicates the number of notes.

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 Reviewing Your History
Reviewing and understanding your glucose history can be an important
tool for improving your glucose control. Both the Reader and App store
about 90 days of information and have several ways to review your past
glucose readings, notes, and other information.

IMPORTANT:
• Work with your health care professional to understand your
glucose history.
• Remember that FreeStyle Libre 2 app and FreeStyle Libre 2
Readers do not share data.

Reviewing Your History in the Reader

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.

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Step Action

2 10:23pm
Ends in 14 days
Touch the Review History icon.

Check Review
Glucose History

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

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 Logbook

Logbook OK Entries for each time you scanned your Sensor or

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10:23am 143
performed a blood glucose test. If you entered
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6:37am 98 Notes with a glucose reading, the symbol
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11:09pm 108
appears in that row. For more information about
mg/dL
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
reporting software to create reports.

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Other History Options
Use the arrows to view information about your last 7, 14, 30, or 90 days.

Daily Graph OK A graph of your Sensor glucose readings by day.

(mg/dL)
350 The graph shows your Target Glucose Range and
250
symbols for food or rapid-acting insulin notes you
have entered.
150

50

Note:
12 6 12 6 12
am am pm pm am

• While Sensor glucose readings are gathered in

22 Feb
Wednesday

Daily Graph the System range of 40-400 mg/dL, the Daily

Graph display range is 0-350 mg/dL for ease
of review on screen. Glucose readings above
350 mg/dL are displayed at 350 mg/dL. For
sequential readings above 350 mg/dL, a line
is displayed at 350 mg/dL.
• 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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 Average Glucose OK Information about the average of your Sensor
Average: 119 mg/dL
glucose readings. The overall average for the time
152
134
is displayed above the graph. The average is also
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69 shown for four different 6-hour periods of the day.
Readings above or below your Target Glucose
12 6 12 6 12
am am pm pm am

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

(mg/dL)
350 Sensor glucose over a typical day. The thick black
250
line shows the median (midpoint) of your glucose
150

50
readings. The gray shading represents a range
12
am
6
am
12
pm
6
pm
12
am (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
80-140 mg/dL

Last 7 Days

Time In Target

Low Glucose OK
Information about the number of low glucose
Events
Total Events: 10
events measured by your Sensor. A low glucose
6 event is recorded when your Sensor glucose
1
3
reading is lower than 70 mg/dL for 15 minutes or
longer. The total number of events is displayed
0
12 6 12 6 12
am am pm pm am

Last 7 Days above the graph. The bar graph displays the low
Low Glucose Events
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
100%
Captured
percentage of possible Sensor data the Reader
recorded from your scans.
Last 7 Days

Sensor Usage

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 Reviewing Your History in the App
F rom the Main Menu, tap Logbook to view the Logbook or tap on one of
the other history options under Reports.

Logbook

The Logbook contains entries for each time you scanned your
Sensor as well as notes you added. If you would like to view a
different day, tap the symbol or use the arrows. To add a note
to a Logbook entry, tap on the entry and then tap the symbol.
Select your note information and tap DONE.
To add a note that is independent of a Logbook entry, tap the
symbol on the main Logbook screen. Tap the symbol if you
want to add a note on a different date.
The logbook also allows you to record a blood glucose test you
performed. To do this, tap the symbol and enter your result. You
can enter a result between 20-500 mg/dL but cannot enter LO or HI.

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Other History Options

Daily Patterns: A graph showing the pattern and variability of

your Sensor glucose readings over a typical day. The thick black
line shows the median (midpoint) of your glucose readings. The
light blue shading represents the 10th - 90th percentile range of
your glucose readings. Dark blue shading represents the 25th - 75th
percentile range.
Note: Daily Patterns needs at least 5 days of glucose data.

Time In Target: A graph showing the percentage of time your Sensor

glucose readings were above, below, or within your Target Glucose
Range.

Low Glucose Events: Information about the number of low glucose

events measured by your Sensor. A low glucose event is recorded
when your Sensor glucose reading is lower than 70 mg/dL for longer
than 15 minutes. The total number of events is displayed below the
graph. The bar graph displays the low glucose events in different
periods of the day.

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 Average Glucose: Information about the average of your Sensor
glucose readings. The overall average for the selected time period is
displayed below the graph. The average is also shown for different
periods of the day. Readings above or below your Target Glucose
Range are yellow, orange, or red. Readings in range are green.

Daily Graph: A graph of your Sensor glucose readings by day. The

graph shows your Target Glucose Range and symbols for notes you
have entered.
• The graph will scale to 400 mg/dL to accommodate glucose
readings above 350 mg/dL.
• 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 a time change. Gaps in the
graph may result or glucose readings may be hidden.

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Sensor Usage: Information about how often you scan your Sensor.
This includes the total number of scans, an average of how many
times you scanned your Sensor each day, and the percentage of
possible Sensor data recorded from your scans.

Note:
• Tap the symbol (iPhone) or symbol (Android
Phone) on any report to share a screenshot of the report.
• Tap the symbol to view a description of the report.
• iPhone: To view a different report, tap the dropdown
menu above the report, or go to the Main Menu.
• Android Phone: From any report screen, swipe left or
right to view the next or previous report.
• On all reports except the Daily Graph, you can select to
show information about your last 7, 14, 30, or 90 days.

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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 following directions from your health

D
care professional. See 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 it ended, 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 the wear duration and must
be replaced. You should also replace your Sensor if you notice any irritation
or discomfort at the application site or if your device reports a problem
with the Sensor currently in use. Taking action early can keep small
problems from turning into larger ones.

CAUTION: If the Sensor is becoming loose or if the Sensor tip is

coming out of your skin, you may get no readings or unreliable
readings, which may not match how you feel. Check to make
sure your Sensor has not come loose. If it has come loose,
remove it, apply a new one, and contact Customer Service.
Customer Service is available at 1-855-632-8658 7 Days a Week
from 8AM to 8PM Eastern Time; excluding holidays.

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 Using Reminders
You can create single or repeating reminders to help you remember things
like checking your glucose or taking insulin. You can also set a reminder to
remind you to check your alarm settings if you have turned off any of your
alarms temporarily.
Using Reminders in the Reader
Step Action

1 10:23pm
Ends in 14 days
From the Home screen, touch the Settings
symbol .

Check Review Scroll down using the arrow and

touch Reminders.
Glucose History
Reminders

Control Solution Test

Language

2/4

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

Type Other
want to set: Check Glucose, Take Insulin, or
Repeat Daily
Other, which is a general reminder to help you
remember something.
Time XX:XX

cancel save

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Step Action

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. 8:30 am)
or as a timer (e.g. 3 hours from the current time).

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

8:30am On reminder On/Off or add new reminders.
12:30pm Off Touch done to return to the Home screen.
00:00:00 On

add new done

Reminder You will get your reminder even if the Reader is turned
off. Touch OK to dismiss your reminder or snooze to be
8:30am reminded again in 15 minutes.
snooze
15 min OK
Note: Reminders will not appear if the Reader is
connected to a computer.

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 Using Reminders in the App
Note: If you want to receive a sound/vibration with your reminder,
ensure that sound/vibration on your phone is turned on, sound is set at
a level you can hear, and your phone’s Do Not Disturb feature is turned
off. If Do Not Disturb is on, you will only see your reminder on the
screen. If using iPhone, make sure notifications for the App are enabled
so you receive reminders.

Step Action

1 To add a new reminder, go to the Main Menu and tap

Reminders. Tap ADD REMINDER.

2 Name your reminder.

3 Tap the time fields to set the time for the

reminder.
Note: If you would like the reminder to
repeat, tap the slider to the right. You can
also select which days you would like to
receive the reminder.

Example screen
displayed for iPhone

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 Step Action

4 Tap DONE. You will now see your reminder on the list along
with the time you will receive it.

Note:
• There is one default reminder to help you remember to scan your
Sensor. This Scan Sensor reminder can be changed or disabled but
cannot be deleted.
• To turn off a reminder, tap the slider to the left.
• To delete a reminder, swipe the reminder to the left and tap the
symbol. The Scan Sensor reminder cannot be deleted.
• Your reminders will be received as notifications that you can swipe or
tap to dismiss.

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 Using the Reader’s Built-in Meter
The Reader has a built-in meter that can be used to test your blood
glucose, 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
due to the potential risk of electrical shock.

Intended Use
The FreeStyle Libre 2 Reader’s built-in meter is for use outside the body
only (in vitro diagnostic use) in the quantitative measurement of glucose
in fresh whole blood for self testing by lay users from the fingers. It is
not intended to be used for testing neonatal blood samples or for the
diagnosis or screening of diabetes.
The FreeStyle Libre 2 Reader’s built-in meter is indicated for the home (lay)
user in the management of patients with diabetes. It is intended to be used
by a single person and should not be shared.
The FreeStyle Precision Neo Blood Glucose Test Strips are for use with the
FreeStyle Libre 2 Reader’s built-in meter to quantitatively measure glucose
(sugar) in fresh capillary whole blood samples drawn from the fingertips.

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IMPORTANT:
• Use only FreeStyle Precision Neo test strips. Other test strips may
produce inaccurate results.
• Read all the instructions in this section. Failure to follow
instructions may cause incorrect blood glucose results. Practice the
testing procedures before using the Reader’s built-in meter.
• Read the test strip instructions for use before performing your first
blood glucose test as they contain important information. They
also let you know how to store and handle the test strips and give
you information about sample types.
• The Reader’s built-in meter is not for use on people who
are dehydrated, hypotensive, in shock, or for individuals in
hyperglycemic-hyperosmolar state, with or without ketosis.
• The Reader’s built-in meter is not for use on neonates, in critically-ill
patients, or for diagnosis or screening of diabetes.
• Follow your health care professional’s advice when testing blood
glucose levels.
• Severe dehydration (excessive water loss) may cause false low test
strip results. If you believe you are suffering from dehydration,
consult your health care professional right away.

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 IMPORTANT: (cont.)
• Inaccurate test strip results may occur in severely hypotensive
individuals or patients in shock.
• Inaccurate test strip results may occur for individuals experiencing a
hyperglycemic-hyperosmolar state, with or without ketosis.
• Observe caution when using around children. Small parts may
constitute a choking hazard.
• You should clean and disinfect the Reader once per week. The
Reader should also be cleaned and disinfected prior to being
handled by any person providing testing assistance to the user.
• 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 and disinfection procedure.1, 2
• Use the Reader’s built-in meter within the test strip operating
temperature range (59 ˚F – 104 ˚F) or you will see Error Message E-1.
• Use a test strip immediately after removing from its foil packet.
• Only use a test strip once.

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IMPORTANT: (cont.)
• Do not put urine on the test strip.
• Do not use expired test strips as they may cause inaccurate results.
• Do not use at altitudes higher than 10,000 feet above sea level.
• 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.
• This device is not intended for use with multiple patients in health
care or assisted-use settings such as hospitals, physician offices, or
long-term care facilities because it has not been cleared by FDA
for use in these settings, including for routine assisted testing or as
part of glycemic control procedures. Use of this device on multiple
patients may lead to transmission of Human Immunodeficiency
Virus (HIV), Hepatitis C Virus (HCV), Hepatitis B Virus (HBV), or other
bloodborne pathogens.

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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. Be sure to read the test strip instructions for
use prior to using the built-in meter.
Step Action

1
CAUTION: Test on your fingers in accordance
with the Intended Use in this section.

 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: Do not use lotion or cream on the test
site. Avoid moles, veins, bones, and tendons.
Bruising may occur at the test site. If you get a
bruise, consider selecting another site.

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Step Action

2  heck the test strip expiration date. Do not use expired test
C
strips as they may give inaccurate results.

3 Abbott Diabetes Care Ltd.

Witney, Oxon, OX29 0YL
Range Road
Made in UK.
 pen the foil test strip packet at the notch and
O
tear down to remove the test strip. Use the test
4˚C
Abbott Diabetes Care Ltd.
Witney, Oxon, OX29 0YL
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.
Note: The Reader’s built-in meter turns off after 2
minutes of inactivity.

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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. Refer to your lancing device
instructions for use if you need help using your
lancing device.
If sounds are turned on, the Reader beeps once
to let you know you have applied enough blood.
You will see a butterfly on the screen while you
wait for your result. Do not remove the test strip
while the butterfly is on the screen. If sounds are
turned on, the Reader beeps once when your
result is ready.
If the butterfly does not appear, you may not
have applied enough blood to the test strip.
Apply a second drop of blood to the test strip
within 5 seconds of the first drop. If the butterfly
still does not appear or if more than 5 seconds
have passed, discard the test strip. Turn off the
Reader and repeat the steps in this section with a
new test strip.

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Step Action

5 Note:
(cont.) • E-3 means the blood drop is too small, or incorrect test
procedure, or there may be a problem with the test strip.
• E-4 means the blood glucose level may be too high to be read
by the system or there may be a problem with the test strip.
See Troubleshooting section for more information.

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 with soap and water and thoroughly dry them.

10:23pm Your Blood Glucose Results

Blood glucose results are marked on the

143 mg
dL
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.

Example Screen Only

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 IMPORTANT: The built-in meter displays results from
20 - 500 mg/dL. Low or high blood glucose results can
indicate a potentially serious medical condition.

The normal glucose level for a non-diabetic adult is below 100 mg/dL
when fasting, and less than 140 mg/dL within two hours of a meal.3
Consult your health care professional to determine the range that is
appropriate for you.

Display What To Do

Low Glucose If LO appears on the Reader, your result is lower

than 20 mg/dL. If HI appears on the Reader, your
LO mg
dL result is higher than 500 mg/dL. You can touch the
message button for more information. Check your
High Glucose

blood glucose again with a test strip. If you get a

HI mg
dL
second LO or HI result, contact your health care
professional immediately.

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 Display What To Do

Low Glucose If your glucose is higher than 240 mg/dL or lower

than 70 mg/dL, you will see a message on the
63 mg
dL
screen. You can touch the message button for
more information and set a reminder to check
High Glucose

your glucose.
289 mg
dL

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.

IMPORTANT: You should clean and disinfect your Reader once

per week. Refer to the Maintenance and Disposal section for
instructions.

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 Accuracy of the Reader's built-in meter
Results from the Reader's built-in meter may vary slightly from your
actual blood glucose value. This may be due to slight differences in
technique and natural variation in test technology. The table below
shows the results of a study where 119 typical users used the built-in
meter to check their blood glucose level. For example, in the study, the
built-in meter gave results within 15% of true blood glucose level 115
out of 119 times.
Accuracy results for all glucose concentrations
Difference
range between
the true blood Within ± 5 mg/dL Within ± 10 mg/dL Within ± 15 mg/dL Within ± 15 mg/dL
glucose level and 5% and 10% and 15% and 20%
and the built-in
meter result
The number
and percent
that match true 68/119 (57.1%) 105/119 (88.2%) 115/119 (96.6%) 116/119 (97.5%)
blood glucose
level within X%

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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’s built-in meter and test
strips are working properly.

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 expiration date. Discard
control solution 3 months after opening or on the expiration date
printed on the bottle, whichever comes first. (Example: open April
15, discard July 15; write the discard date on the side of the bottle.).
• The control solution range is a target range for control solution
only, not for your blood glucose results.
• The control solution test does not reflect your blood glucose level.
• Use only MediSense (low, medium or high) Glucose and Ketone
Control Solution with the Reader’s built-in meter.
• 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 your FreeStyle Libre 2 System provider (pharmacy or mail
order supplier) for how to obtain control solution.

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 Step Action

1 10:23pm
Ends in 14 days
From the Home screen, touch the Settings
symbol . Scroll down using the arrow and
touch Control Solution Test.
Check Review
Glucose History

Reminders

Control Solution Test

Language

2/4

2 Check the test strip expiration date.

3  pen the foil test strip packet at the notch and

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Witney, Oxon, OX29 0YL
Range Road
Made in UK.

tear down to remove the test strip.

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Witney, Oxon, OX29 0YL
Sensor Electrode
Blood Glucose

Range Road
Made in UK.

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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.
Note: The Reader’s built-in meter turns off after 2
minutes of inactivity.

5 Apply Control Solution Shake 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.
If sounds are turned on, the Reader beeps once
to let you know that you have applied enough
control solution.

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 Step Action

5 You will see a butterfly on the screen while you

(cont.) wait for the result. Do not remove the test strip
while the butterfly is on the screen. If sounds are
turned on, the Reader beeps once when the result
is ready.
If the butterfly does not appear, you may not have
applied enough control solution to the test strip.
Apply a second drop of control solution to the
test strip within 5 seconds of the first drop. If the
butterfly still does not appear or if more than 5
seconds have passed, discard the test strip. Turn
off the Reader and repeat the steps in this section
with a new test strip.

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 10:23pm Control Solution Results
Compare the control solution result to the range

100
printed on the test strip instructions for use. The
mg
dL
result on your screen should be in this range.
Control solution results are marked on the
Control Solution Test
results screen and in the Logbook with a
symbol.

Example Screen Only

Note: Repeat the control solution test if the results are outside
of the range printed on 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. Customer Service is available at 1-855-632-8658 7 Days a
Week from 8AM to 8PM Eastern Time; excluding holidays.

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 Living With Your System
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 liquid.
Swimming
Your Sensor is water-resistant and can be worn
while bathing, showering, or swimming.
Note: Do NOT take your Sensor deeper than
3 feet (1 meter) or immerse it longer than 30
minutes in water.

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 Activity What You Need To Know
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 only 8 hours of data at a time.
For example, if you sleep for 9 hours without
scanning your Sensor, 1 hour of data will not be
collected and a gap will appear on your glucose
graph. Place your device nearby so you will receive
alarms and any reminders you have set.

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 Activity What You Need To Know
Traveling by Air You may use your System while on an aircraft,
following any requests from the flight crew.

IMPORTANT: Alarms will not be issued while your phone is in

airplane mode unless you enable Bluetooth.

• While using the App, you can continue to get

Sensor glucose readings after you put your
phone in airplane mode. If using Android phone,
also turn NFC back on.
• The Reader is classed as a Medical-Portable
Electronic Device (M-PED) that meets all required
M-PED emission standards for safe use onboard
an aircraft: RTCA/DO160, Section 21, Category M.
• Some airport full-body scanners include x-ray or
millimeter radio-wave, which you cannot expose
your Sensor to. The effect of these scanners
has not been evaluated and the exposure may
damage the Sensor or cause inaccurate results.
To avoid removing your Sensor, you may request
another type of screening. If you do choose to go
through a full-body scanner, you must remove
your Sensor.
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 Activity What You Need To Know
Traveling by Air • The Sensor can be exposed to common
(cont.) electrostatic (ESD) and electromagnetic
interference (EMI), including airport metal
detectors. You can also keep your Reader on
while going through these.
Note: Changing the time and date affects the
graphs and statistics. The symbol may appear
on your glucose graph indicating a time change.
Gaps in the graph may result or glucose readings
may be hidden.
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.

Charging the Reader

A fully charged Reader battery should last up to 4 days. Your battery
life may vary depending on your usage. A Low Battery message
accompanies your result when you have enough charge remaining for
about one day of use.

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 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:
Charging
• Be sure to select a location for charging
that allows the power adapter to be
easily unplugged. Don’t block access to
the charger due to the potential risk of
electrical shock.
• The maximum surface temperature of the
Reader and/or the power adapter could
go as warm as 120 °F when it's charging
or 117 °F during normal use. Under these
conditions, do not hold the Reader or
the power adapter for five minutes or
more. People with disorders of peripheral
circulation or sensation should use
caution at this temperature.

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Note:
• 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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 Reader Settings and Information
You can go to the Settings menu to change many settings on the Reader,
like alarm settings, sound & vibration, time & date, and target range. The
Settings menu is also where you go to do a Control Solution Test or to
check the System Status.

Step Action

1 10:23pm
Ends in 14 days T o get to the Settings menu, touch the Settings
symbol on the Home screen.
Check Review
Glucose History

Settings

Alarms

Sound & Vibration

Time & Date

1/4

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Step Action

2 Touch the setting you want to change:

Alarms – See Reader Alarms section for information on setting
alarms
Sound & Vibration – Set Reader sound and vibration. These
also apply to alarms
Time & Date – Change the Time or Date
Reminders – See Using Reminders section for information on
setting reminders
Control Solution Test – Perform a control solution test
Language – Change the language on the Reader
System Status – Check Reader information and performance
• View System Information: The Reader will display
information about your System including:
o Current Sensor end date and time
o Reader serial number and version number
o Serial numbers and status codes of most recent Sensors
(up to three)
o Sensor version for most recent Sensor
o Number of Sensors that have been used with Reader
o 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 and vibrations are working, and
the Touchscreen is responding when touched
Report Settings – Work with your health care professional to
set your Target Glucose Range, which is displayed on glucose
graphs on the Reader and used to calculate your Time In Target.
Your Target Glucose Range is not related to your alarm settings
Reader Basics – Review the information screens shown during
the Reader setup
Dose Increment – You can set the insulin dose increment
to either 1.0 or 0.5 units for use with insulin notes

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App Settings and Other Menu Options
You can go to the Main Menu (iPhone) or Overflow Menu (Android Phone)
to change settings like your LibreView password. You can also access the
Connected Apps option, Help, and information about the App.

App Settings:
Unit of Measurement – View the glucose unit of measure used in the
App.
Report Settings – Work with your health care professional to set your
Target Glucose Range, which is displayed on glucose graphs in the App
and used to calculate your Time In Target. The Target Glucose Range
setting will not set glucose alarm levels. Tap SAVE when you are done.
Carbohydrate Units – Choose grams or servings for food notes that
you enter. Tap SAVE when you are done.
Text to Speech – Turn on Text to Speech to have the glucose reading
read aloud when you scan the Sensor. You will hear only your current
glucose value and trend arrow direction. Additional information, such
as the glucose graph and any message, is available on your My Glucose
screen. Always review your My Glucose screen to get complete
information. Remember that Text to Speech inherits the volume
settings on your phone. If your phone volume is turned off, you will
not hear the glucose reading read aloud. Tap SAVE when you are done.

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 Scan Sounds (Android Phone only) - Select whether you would like
to hear a sound in addition to a vibration when you scan the Sensor.
Remember that Scan Sounds inherit the volume settings on your
phone. If your phone volume is turned off, you will not hear a scan
sound. The Scan Sounds setting does not affect alarms. Tap SAVE
when you are done.
Account Settings:
Account Settings – View/change your LibreView account information.
Account Password – Change your LibreView account password.
Connected Apps:
The Connected Apps option in the Main menu opens a web browser
within the App. It lists different apps you can connect with to share
your data. To connect your data with apps listed in the Connected
Apps option, select them from the list of apps, and follow the onscreen
instructions.
Help:
View in-app tutorials, access the product labeling, and review the
App’s legal information. You can also view the Event Log, which is a list
of events recorded by the App. This may be used by Customer Service
to help troubleshoot.
About:
View App software version and other information.
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 Maintenance and Disposal
Cleaning and Disinfecting the Reader
Cleaning and disinfecting your Reader is important to prevent the spread
of infectious diseases. The Reader has a mean use life of 3 years and has
been validated for 156 cleaning and disinfection cycles (the equivalent of
1 cycle per week for 3 years).
You should clean and disinfect the Reader once a week. The Reader should
also be cleaned and disinfected prior to being handled by any person
providing testing assistance to the user.
Cleaning is the physical removal of organic soil from the Reader surfaces.
Keeping the Reader clean helps ensure that it is working properly and
that no dirt gets in the device. Cleaning allows for successful, subsequent
disinfection.
Disinfection is a process that destroys pathogens, such as viruses and other
microorganisms, on the Reader surfaces. Disinfecting the Reader helps
ensure that no infection is passed on when you or others come in contact
with the Reader.

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 This device is not intended for use with multiple patients in health care or
assisted-use settings such as hospitals, physician offices, or long-term care
facilities because it has not been cleared by FDA for use in these settings,
including for routine assisted testing or as part of glycemic control
procedures.
Use of this device on multiple patients may lead to transmission of Human
Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), Hepatitis C Virus (HCV), Hepatitis B Virus
(HBV), or other bloodborne pathogens.

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To clean and disinfect your Reader, you will need Clorox Healthcare Bleach
Germicidal Wipes, EPA Reg. #67619-12.
These disinfectant wipes contain a 0.55% Sodium Hypochlorite (NaOCl)
solution and have been shown to be safe for use with the Reader. They
may be purchased at major online retailers, such as Walmart.com,
Amazon.com, and OfficeDepot.com.
Note: Additional information about the risks for transmitting bloodborne
pathogens to persons undergoing fingerstick procedures for blood
sampling can be found. See References section for more information.

Step Action
Turn off the Reader before you clean and disinfect it.
1

 lean the outside surfaces of the Reader with a bleach wipe

C
2 until visibly clean. Make sure liquid does not get into the test
strip and USB ports.

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 Step Action
For disinfection, use a second bleach wipe to wipe all outside
3 surfaces of the Reader until they are wet. Make sure liquid
does not get into the test strip and USB ports. Allow the
Reader surfaces to remain wet for 60 seconds.

4 Dry with clean paper towel to remove any residual moisture.

5 When finished, thoroughly wash your hands with soap and

water.

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 IMPORTANT: If you require assistance or if you notice any signs
of deterioration on the Reader (such as clouding or crazing on the
display of the Reader, corroding or eroding of the plastic housing, or
cracking of plastic housing or display) or if the Reader does not turn
on, discontinue use of the Reader and contact Customer Service at
1-855-632-8658. Customer Service is available 7 Days a Week from
8AM to 8PM Eastern Time; excluding holidays.

CAUTION: Do NOT place the Reader in water or other liquids.

Avoid getting dust, dirt, blood, control solution, water, bleach,
or any other substance in the test strip or USB ports as this may
cause the Reader to not function properly.

Maintenance
The 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. Customer Service is available at
1-855-632-8658 7 Days a Week from 8AM to 8PM Eastern Time; excluding
holidays.
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 Troubleshooting
This section lists problems or observations that you may have, the possible
cause(s), and recommended actions.

IMPORTANT: If you are having issues with the App, please keep
in mind that uninstalling the App and/or clearing data will cause
you to lose all historical data and end the Sensor currently in
use. Please call Customer Service if you have any questions.
Customer Service is available at 1-855-632-8658 7 Days a Week
from 8AM to 8PM Eastern Time; excluding holidays.

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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. 50 °F and 113 °F and then
try to power it on.

If the Reader still does not power on after trying these steps, contact
Customer Service. Customer Service is available at 1-855-632-8658
7 Days a Week from 8AM to 8PM Eastern Time; excluding holidays.
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 Problems at the Sensor Application Site
Problem What It May Mean What To Do
The Sensor is The site is not free 1. Remove the Sensor.
not sticking of dirt, oil, hair, or 2. Clean the site with a plain
to your skin. sweat. soap and water and then
clean with an alcohol wipe.
3. Follow the instructions in
Applying and Starting Your
Sensor sections. Consider
shaving the site, avoiding use
of lotions prior to insertion,
and applying the Sensor to
your non-dominant arm.

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 Problem What It May Mean What To Do
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 Sensor start-up
Starting to read glucose. period has completed.
Up / Sensor
Starting Up

Scan The Reader is not Hold the Reader within

Timeout held close enough 1.5 inches (4 cm) of the Sensor.
(Reader only) to the Sensor. Bring the screen of the Reader
close to the Sensor.

Sensor Ended The Sensor life has Apply and start a new Sensor.
ended.

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 Display What It May Mean What To Do
Signal Loss Sensor has not Make sure your device is within
Alarm automatically 20 feet of the Sensor. Try
communicated with scanning the Sensor to get a
your device in the glucose reading. If the Signal
last 20 minutes. Loss Alarm shows again after
scanning your Sensor, contact
Customer Service.

New Sensor You scanned a new Your device 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” and scan again.

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 Display What It May Mean What To Do
Scan Error Your device Try scanning again. Make sure
was unable to to follow the directions in
communicate with Starting Your Sensor or Checking
the Sensor. Your Glucose sections.
OR If using Android phone, try
If you are using opening the App to scan your
Android phone, Sensor because another app
another NFC app is that uses NFC was detected.
competing for your Note: If using the Reader,
phone's NFC. you may need to move away
from potential sources of
electromagnetic interference.

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 Display What It May Mean What To Do
Sensor Error The Sensor is unable Scan again after the duration
to provide a glucose specified in the message.
reading. Note: If you receive this error
during your first 12 hours of
wearing a Sensor, it may mean
that your body is still adjusting
to the Sensor. Use a blood
glucose meter to check your
glucose while you wait. You
do not need to remove your
Sensor.

Glucose Sensor is unable to Scan again in a few minutes.

Reading provide a glucose If using the Reader, move to a
Unavailable reading. If using the location where the temperature
Reader, this may is appropriate.
mean your Sensor is
too hot or cold.

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 Display What It May Mean What To Do
Sensor The Sensor was Both the Reader and App can
Already in started by another only be used with a Sensor that
Use device. it started. Scan the Sensor again
with the device 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 you see “Check Sensor” again,
skin. 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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 Display What It May Mean What To Do
Sensor Too Your Sensor is too Move to a location where the
Hot hot to provide a temperature is appropriate and
glucose reading. scan again in a few minutes.

Sensor Too Your Sensor is too Move to a location where the

Cold cold to provide a temperature is appropriate and
glucose reading. scan again in a few minutes.

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 Display What It May Mean What To Do
Allow Access Access to Critical Follow the instructions on the
to Critical Alerts/ Do Not screen to allow permission for
Alerts Disturb was Critical Alerts (iPhone) / Do Not
(iPhone)/ disabled. Disturb (Android). You will not
Allow Access be able to use the App to check
to Do Not your glucose or start a new
Disturb Sensor until the permission is
(Android) allowed.

Enable Bluetooth was Follow the instructions on the

Bluetooth turned off screen to turn Bluetooth on. You
will not be able to use the App
to check your glucose or start
a new Sensor until Bluetooth is
turned on.

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 Display What It May Mean What To Do
Enable Bluetooth Follow the instructions on
Bluetooth Permission was the screen to turn Bluetooth
Permission turned off permission on. You will not
(iPhone only) be able to use the App to
check your glucose or start a
new Sensor until Bluetooth
permission is turned on.

Unexpected The App has Shut down the App completely

Application detected an and restart.
Error unexpected error.

Incompatible The FreeStyle If you still have questions about

Sensor Libre 2 Reader and compatibility, tap "Learn more"
FreeStyle Libre 2 app or call Customer Service.
can only be used
with the FreeStyle
Libre 2 Sensor.

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 Problems Receiving Alarms
Problem What It May Mean What To Do
You are not You have turned If using the Reader, touch the
receiving alarms off. Settings symbol and then
alarms. select Alarms. If using the App,
go to the main menu and then
select Alarms.

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 Problem What It May Mean What To Do
You are not The Sensor is not The Sensor must be within range
receiving communicating with (20 feet) of your device for you
alarms. your device. to receive alarms. Make sure that
(cont.) or you are within this range. You
There may be a will see the symbol at the
problem with your top of the Home screen (if using
Sensor or device. the Reader) and the symbol
at the top of the screen (if using
the App) when your Sensor has
not communicated with your
device in 5 minutes. If the Signal
Loss Alarm is on, you will be
notified if there has been no
communication for 20 minutes.
Try scanning your Sensor. If the
Signal Loss Alarm is on and shows
again after scanning your Sensor,
contact Customer Service.

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 Problem What It May Mean What To Do
You are not Sound/vibration are Check the Reader’s sound and
receiving turned off in your vibration settings to confirm
glucose Reader settings. sound/vibration are on.
alarms.
(cont.)

One or more of Check to make sure that you

the phone settings have the correct settings and
or permissions is permissions enabled on your
incorrect. phone to receive alarms.

iPhone settings:
• Bluetooth is ON
• Allow Critical Alerts is ON
• Allow Notifications is ON
• Lock screen and Banner alerts are ON
• Notifications sounds are ON

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 Problem What It May Mean What To Do

Android Phone settings:

• Bluetooth is ON
• Lock screen notifications are ON
• Channel notifications or Pop-up notifications are ON
• Battery optimization is OFF
• Do Not Disturb access permission is ON
• Phone Media volume is ON

Go to Setting App Alarms section

for more information.

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 Problem What It May Mean What To Do
You are not You may have set an Confirm your alarm settings are
receiving alarm level that is appropriate.
glucose higher or lower than
alarms. you intended.
(cont.)

You have already You will receive another alarm

dismissed this type when a new low or high glucose
of alarm. episode starts.

Your Sensor has Replace your Sensor with a new

ended. one.

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 Problem What It May Mean What To Do
You are not If you are using Disconnect headphones or
receiving peripherals such as peripherals when you are not
glucose wireless headphones using them.
alarms. or a smartwatch you
(cont.) may receive alarms
on only one device
or peripheral, not all.

You have closed the Make sure the App is always open
App. in the background.

Your device's battery Charge your device. If using the

is dead. Reader, use the included USB
cable.

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 Blood Glucose Error Messages
Error
What It May Mean What To Do
Message

E-1 The temperature is

too hot or too cold
1. M ove 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.

2. Repeat the test using a new
test strip.
3. If the error reappears, contact
Customer Service.

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 Error
What It May Mean What To Do
Message

E-3 Blood drop is too

small.
1. R eview 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
1. R epeat the test using a new
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
What It May Mean What To Do
Message

Blood was applied 1. R eview the testing

E-5 to the test strip too instructions.
soon. 2. Repeat the test using a new
test strip.
3. If the error reappears, contact
Customer Service.

The test strip may not 1. C heck 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.
3. If the error reappears, contact
Customer Service.

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 Error
What It May Mean What To Do
Message

E-7 Test strip may be

damaged, used, or
1. C heck that you are using
the correct test strip for
the Reader does not the Reader. (See test strip
recognize 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.
3. If the error reappears, contact
Customer Service.

E-9 Reader error. 1. Turn off the Reader.

2. Repeat the test using a new
test strip.
3. If the error reappears, contact
Customer Service.

Customer Service: 1-855-632-8658 7 Days a Week from 8AM to 8PM Eastern Time; excluding holidays.
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 Problems Checking Your Blood Glucose
Problem What It May Mean What To Do

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 Precision

damaged, used, or Neo test strip.
unrecognizable by
the Reader.

Reader is outside Move the Reader to a

of its operating temperature between 50 °F and
temperature range. 113 °F and then try to power it
on.
Customer Service: 1-855-632-8658 7 Days a Week from 8AM to 8PM Eastern Time; excluding holidays.
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 Problem What It May Mean What To Do
The test Blood sample is too 1. S ee 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. R eview the testing

the Reader turned instructions.
off. 2. Repeat the test using a new
test strip.
3. If the test still does not start,
contact Customer Service.

Problem with 1. R epeat the test using a new

Reader or test strip. test strip.
2. If the test still does not start,
contact Customer Service.

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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 Settings 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 System. Customer Service is available at 1-855-632-8658
7 Days a Week from 8AM to 8PM Eastern Time; excluding holidays.
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 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

40 to 400 mg/dL
range

Sensor size 5 mm height and 35 mm diameter

Sensor weight 5 grams

Sensor power source One silver oxide battery

Sensor data Up to 14 days

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 8 hours (glucose readings stored every
Sensor memory
15 minutes)

Sensor transmission
20 feet (6 meters) unobstructed
range

Operating temperature 50 °F to 113 °F

Sensor Applicator and

Sensor Pack storage 36 °F to 82 °F
temperature
Operating and storage
10-90%, non-condensing
relative humidity

IP27: Can withstand immersion into

Sensor water resistance 3 ft (one meter) of water for up to 30
and ingress protection minutes. Protected against insertion of
objects > 12 mm diameter.

Operating and storage -1,250 ft (-381 meters) to 10,000 ft

altitude (3,048 meters)

Radio Frequency 2.402-2.480 GHz BLE; GFSK; 0dBm EIRP*

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Reader Specifications
Blood glucose assay
20 to 500 mg/dL
range

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 4 days of typical use

Reader memory 90 days of typical use

Reader operating
50 °F to 113 °F
temperature

Reader storage
-4 °F to 140 °F
temperature
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 Operating and storage
10-90%, non-condensing
relative humidity

Reader moisture
Keep dry
protection

Operating and storage -1,250 ft (-381 meters) to 10,000 ft

altitude (3,048 meters)

60 seconds (120 seconds when test

Reader display timeout
strip is inserted)

Near Field Communication (13.56 MHz

RFID); ASK Modulation; 124 dBuV/m;
Radio Frequency
1.5 inch communication range
2.402-2.480 GHz BLE; GFSK; 2dBm EIRP

Data port Micro USB

Minimum Computer System must only be used with

Requirements EN60950-1 rated computers

Mean use life 3 years of typical use

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 The Reader has a mean use life of
Reader cleaning and 3 years, which is 156 cleaning and
disinfection disinfection cycles (1 cycle per week
for 3 years).

Abbott Diabetes Care PRT25611

Power Adapter
Operating temperature: 50 °F to 104 °F

Abbott Diabetes Care PRT21373

USB Cable
Length: 37 inches (94 cm)

Security Measures and Quality of Service

Security Measures:
The communication between the Reader and Sensor during a scan is a short range Near Field
Communication (NFC) method which makes it difficult to interfere with or intercept during
transmission. The transmitted data is protected by a proprietary data format, encryption, and
memory map. The integrity of transmitted data is ensured by a cyclic redundancy check (CRC)
generated by the Sensor and verified by the Reader. The communication between the Reader and
Sensor for Alarm data is a standard Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) connection. The pairing of the
Sensor to the Reader is accomplished during activation with an authenticated login procedure that
uses an Out-of-band key exchange (NFC). This prevents unauthorized devices from connecting to
the Sensor. The transmitted data is protected by a proprietary data format and encryption. This
prevents unauthorized devices from accessing the data if they are within range and intercept the
transmission. Under normal operation, the industry standard BLE protocols allow for many users to
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 be in the same vicinity. In the case where the connection is lost due to out-of-range or interference,
reconnection is only possible with the authenticated Reader that activated the Sensor.
The communication between the App and Sensor during a scan is a short range Near Field
Communication (NFC) method which makes it difficult to interfere with or intercept during
transmission. The transmitted data is protected by a proprietary data format, encryption, and
memory map. The integrity of transmitted data is ensured by a cyclic redundancy check (CRC)
generated by the Sensor and verified by the App. The communication between the App and Sensor
for Alarm data is a standard Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) connection. The pairing of the Sensor to
the App is accomplished during activation with an authenticated login procedure that uses an Out-
of-band key exchange (NFC). This prevents unauthorized devices from connecting to the Sensor. The
transmitted data is protected by a proprietary data format and encryption. This prevents unauthorized
devices from accessing the data if they are within range and intercept the transmission. Under normal
operation, the industry standard BLE protocols allow for many users to be in the same vicinity. In the
case where the connection is lost due to out-of-range or interference, reconnection is only possible
with the authenticated App logged in to the same LibreView account that activated the Sensor.
Quality of Service (QoS):
QoS for the FreeStyle Libre 2 Reader and Sensor wireless communications using NFC is assured within
the effective range of 4 cm between the Sensor and Reader that is specified to occur within 15
seconds. QoS for the wireless communication using BLE is assured between the Reader and Sensor at
regular 1-minute intervals. If connection is lost between the Reader and Sensor for 5-minutes, the
connection lost symbol displays. If connection is lost for 20 minutes, the Reader alarms the user if the
alarm is turned on. If connection is lost between the Sensor and the Reader, up to 8 hours of glucose
results can be retrieved by performing a scan with the Reader. The Reader is designed to only accept
radio frequency (RF) communications from recognized and paired Sensors.

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QoS for the FreeStyle Libre 2 app and Sensor wireless communications using NFC is assured within
the effective range of 1 cm between the Sensor and phone. QoS for the FreeStyle Libre 2 app and
Sensor wireless communications using BLE is assured at regular 1-minute intervals. If connection
is lost between the App and Sensor for 5-minutes, the alarms unavailable symbol displays. If
connection is lost for 20 minutes, the App alarms the user if the alarm is turned on. If connection is
lost between the Sensor and the App, up to 8 hours of glucose results can be retrieved by performing
a scan with the App. The App is designed to only accept radio frequency (RF) communications from
recognized and paired Sensors.

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 Labeling Symbols

Consult instructions for

Use-by date
use

Temperature limit Catalog number

Manufacturer Serial number

Batch code Keep dry

Type BF applied part Non-ionizing radiation

CODE Sensor code Caution

Sterilized using
Do not re-use
irradiation

MR unsafe Humidity limitation

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 FCC Declaration of Do not use if package
Contains FCC ID:
N6C-SXSDCAG,
Conformity mark is damaged
IC: 4908B-SXSDCAG

Not made with natural rubber latex

CAUTION: Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on

the order of a physician.

This product contains electronic equipment, batteries, sharps

and materials that may contact bodily fluids during use.
Dispose of product in accordance with all applicable local
regulations.

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 Performance Characteristics
Overview of Clinical Studies
Two studies were conducted in the United States (US) to evaluate the performance, safety,
effectiveness, and precision of the FreeStyle Libre 2 Flash Glucose Monitoring System (System). One
study included adults (Adult study) and the other study included children (Pediatric study). All subjects
in both studies required insulin to manage their diabetes. To measure the precision of the System,
each subject wore two Sensors, one on the back of each upper arm, for a period of up to 14 days.
While in the clinic, subjects had their venous blood glucose analyzed using a laboratory reference
method, the Yellow Springs Instrument Life Sciences 2300 STAT Plus™ Glucose & Lactate Analyzer (YSI).
Sensor glucose readings were then compared to the YSI glucose results in subjects 6 years and older to
evaluate the System’s performance. In the pediatric study, System performance was compared against
a self-monitoring blood glucose meter for subjects 4-5 years old.
Adult study: The Adult study was conducted at 5 centers with 146 subjects in total (91.1% Type 1,
8.9% Type 2), all aged eighteen and older. Subjects had their venous blood glucose analyzed over
three separate visits to the clinical center. Each visit lasted up to ten hours. 144 subjects were analyzed
during the beginning of the Sensor wear period (day 1, 2, or 3), 91 subjects were analyzed during the
early middle period (day 7 or 8), 55 subjects were analyzed during the late middle period (day 9 or 12),
and 76 subjects were analyzed during the end period (day 13 or 14). During each visit, adult subjects
had their glucose levels deliberately manipulated per the study protocol to raise or lower glucose. This
was done to assess performance of the System over the range that the System measures glucose (40 –
400 mg/dL).
Pediatric study: The Pediatric study was conducted at 4 centers with 139 subjects in total (98.6% Type
1, 1.4% Type 2), all aged four to seventeen. Subjects age six and older had their venous blood glucose
analyzed for up to 16 hours over one or two separate visits to the clinical center. Each visit lasted
up to eight hours. During each visit, subjects age 11 and older had their glucose levels deliberately
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manipulated per the study protocol to raise or lower glucose. This was done to assess performance
of the System over the range that the System measures glucose (40 – 400 mg/dL). 48 subjects were
analyzed during the beginning of the Sensor wear period (day 1 or 2), 50 subjects were analyzed
during the early middle period (day 7 or 8), 51 subjects were analyzed during the late middle period
(day 9 or 12), and 51 subjects were analyzed during the end period (day 13 or 14). All subjects tested
their blood glucose using fingerstick capillary samples at least four times during each day of the study.
Accuracy
Accuracy of the System was measured by comparing paired System Glucose Measurement (CGM) and
YSI blood glucose values. The percentage of total System readings that were within 20 mg/dL for YSI
blood glucose values < 70 mg/dL or 20% of YSI for blood glucose values ≥ 70 mg/dL is displayed in
Table 1a. The Mean Absolute Relative Difference (MARD) gives an indication of the average percent
disagreement between the CGM and the reference. For example, in the Adult study, 92.4% of the
readings fell within ± 20 mg/dL of YSI blood glucose values < 70 mg/dL and within ± 20% of YSI
blood glucose values ≥ 70 mg/dL. The total number of data pairs considered in the analysis was
18,735. In the Adult study, the Mean Absolute Relative Difference was 9.2% for the comparison
with YSI reference. In the Pediatric study, the Mean Absolute Relative Difference was 9.7% for the
comparison with YSI reference.

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 Table 1a: Overall Accuracy to YSI
Percent
Percent
Number of Percent Within
Within
Subject CGM- Number of Within ±20% /
±20% / MARD (%)
Group Reference Subjects ±20% / ±20 mg/dL
±20 mg/dL
Pairs ±20 mg/dL in first
on Day 1
12 hours

Adults 18735 144 92.4 87.5 81.7 9.2

Children
6546 129 91.6 84.1 80.3 9.7
(age 6-17)

Children
341 8 85.9 87.9 90.9 11.8
(age 4-5)*

* No YSI measurements were obtained for children ages 4-5; results displayed are from CGM-SMBG matched
paired measurements.
The accuracy of different CGM glucose ranges versus YSI reference was assessed by calculating the
percentage of System readings that were within 15%, 20%, and 40% for reference values
≥ 70 mg/dL, and within 15 mg/dL, 20 mg/dL, and 40 mg/dL for values < 70 mg/dL. For blood
glucose values < 70 mg/dL, the difference in mg/dL between the CGM and YSI blood glucose
values was calculated. For values ≥ 70 mg/dL, the relative difference (%) to the YSI blood glucose
values was calculated. The results categorized within CGM glucose ranges are presented in Tables
1b and 1c. The results categorized within YSI glucose ranges are presented in Tables 1d and 1e.

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Table 1b: Accuracy to YSI within CGM Glucose Ranges (Adult; n=144)
CGM Number
Percent Percent Percent Percent Percent Percent Mean
Glucose of CGM- MARD
Within Within Within Within Within Within bias
Level † Reference (%)
±15 mg/dL ±20 mg/dL ±40 mg/dL ±15% ±20% ±40% (mg/dL)
(mg/dL) Pairs

<54 518 85.9 93.8 99.4 -6.4 13.8

54-69 3012 89.5 94.2 99.1 -3.3 10.8

70-180 7785 76.5 86.6 99.2 -4.8 10.6

181-250 3037 89.1 95.0 99.9 -10.1 7.8

>250 4383 94.0 97.9 100.0 -6.3 6.1

†
System range is 40-400 mg/dL.
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 Table 1c: Accuracy to YSI within CGM Glucose Ranges (Pediatric*; n=129)
CGM Number
Percent Percent Percent Percent Percent Percent Mean
Glucose of CGM- MARD
Within Within Within Within Within Within bias
Level † Reference (%)
±15 mg/dL ±20 mg/dL ±40 mg/dL ±15% ±20% ±40% (mg/dL)
(mg/dL) Pairs

<54 139 71.9 79.1 97.1 -9.9 17.1

54-69 863 86.4 90.5 97.1 -4.9 12.0

70-180 2690 77.4 87.6 98.7 -3.4 10.6

181-250 1236 86.0 94.7 99.7 -8.9 8.3

>250 1618 92.2 97.7 99.8 -2.2 7.2

* Includes children 6-17 years of age. No YSI measurements were obtained for children 4-5 years of age.
†
System range is 40-400 mg/dL.
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Table 1d: Accuracy to YSI within YSI Glucose Ranges (Adult; n=144)
YSI Number
Percent Percent Percent Percent Percent Percent Mean
Glucose of CGM- MARD
Within Within Within Within Within Within bias
Level Reference (%)
±15 mg/dL ±20 mg/dL ±40 mg/dL ±15% ±20% ±40% (mg/dL)
(mg/dL) Pairs

<54 440 91.1 97.5 100.0 7.4 15.5

54-69 3028 94.7 98.6 100.0 1.5 10.2

70-180 7504 77.5 86.9 99.4 -4.8 10.4

181-250 2937 87.9 93.7 99.7 -8.0 8.0

>250 4826 90.9 95.9 99.7 -11.8 6.9

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 Table 1e: Accuracy to YSI within YSI Glucose Ranges (Pediatric*; n=129)
YSI Number
Percent Percent Percent Percent Percent Percent Mean
Glucose of CGM- MARD
Within Within Within Within Within Within bias
Level Reference (%)
±15 mg/dL ±20 mg/dL ±40 mg/dL ±15% ±20% ±40% (mg/dL)
(mg/dL) Pairs

<54 131 93.9 98.5 100.0 6.6 14.2

54-69 751 96.5 98.8 100.0 1.0 9.3

70-180 2743 74.3 84.8 98.0 -3.0 11.4

181-250 1104 86.6 92.9 99.0 -3.9 8.4

>250 1817 90.2 97.5 99.9 -10.2 7.6

* Includes children 6-17 years of age. No YSI measurements were obtained for children 4-5 years of age.
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Agreement with ‘LO’ and ‘HI’ CGM Reading against YSI Reference
The System reports glucose concentrations between 40 and 400 mg/dL. When the System determines
that glucose level is below 40 mg/dL, it will report as ‘LO’. When the System determines that glucose
level is above 400 mg/dL, it will report as ‘HI’. Tables 2a and 2b display the concurrence between
the CGM and YSI reference glucose when CGM reads ‘LO’. For example, in the Adult study, when CGM
reading was ‘LO’, YSI glucose values were less than 50 mg/dL 20.0% of the time, less than 60 mg/dL
40.0% of the time, less than 70 mg/dL 40.0% of the time, less than 80 mg/dL 80.0% of the time, and
equal to or above 80 mg/dL 20.0% of the time.
Table 2a: Concurrence Analysis with ‘LO’ CGM Reading (Adult; n=144)
CGM- YSI (mg/dL)
Reference N
Pairs <50 <60 <70 <80 ≥80

n 1 2 2 4 1 5

Cumulative % 20.0 40.0 40.0 80.0 20.0

Table 2b: Concurrence Analysis with ‘LO’ CGM Reading (Pediatric*; n=129)
CGM- YSI (mg/dL)
Reference N
Pairs <50 <60 <70 <80 ≥80

n 0 1 2 2 0 2

Cumulative % 0.0 50.0 100.0 100.0 0.0

* Includes children 6-17 years of age. No YSI measurements were obtained for children 4-5 years of age.
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 Tables 2c and 2d display the concurrence between the CGM and YSI reference glucose when CGM
reads ‘HI’. In the Adult study, when CGM reading was ‘HI’, YSI glucose values were above 350 mg/dL
97.5% of the time, above 300 mg/dL 100.0% of the time, above 250 mg/dL 100.0% of the time, and
less than or equal to 250 mg/dL 0.0% of the time.
Table 2c: Concurrence Analysis with ‘HI’ CGM Reading (Adult; n=144)
CGM- YSI (mg/dL)
Reference N
Pairs >350 >300 >250 ≤250

n 118 121 121 0 121

Cumulative % 97.5 100.0 100.0 0.0

Table 2d: Concurrence Analysis with ‘HI’ CGM Reading (Pediatric; n=129)
CGM- YSI (mg/dL)
Reference N
Pairs >350 >300 >250 ≤250

n 40 43 45 0 45

Cumulative % 88.9 95.6 100.0 0.0

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Concurrence of System and Reference (CGM vs. YSI)
The percentage of concurring glucose values (CGM vs. YSI) in each glucose reference range is presented
for each CGM range in Tables 3a and 3b and for each YSI range in Tables 3c and 3d. For example,
in the Adult study, when the System glucose readings were within the 81 to 120 mg/dL range, actual
blood glucose values were between 40 and 60 mg/dL 0.2% of the time, between 61 and 80 mg/dL
11.0% of the time, between 81 and 120 mg/dL 70.1% of the time, between 121 and 160 mg/dL 17.8%
of the time, between 161 and 200 mg/dL 0.8% of the time, and between 201 and 250 mg/dL 0.1% of
the time.

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 Table 3a: Concurrence Analysis by CGM Glucose Level (Adult; n=144)
CGM Glucose YSI Glucose Level (mg/dL)
Level 121- 161- 201- 251- 301- 351- N
(mg/dL) <40 40-60 61-80 81-120 >400
160 200 250 300 350 400

<40† 20.0 20.0 40.0 20.0 . . . . . . . 5

40-60 0.4 52.9 43.3 3.3 . 0.1 . . . . . 1889

61-80 . 18.9 62.7 18.1 0.4 0.0 . . . . . 3090

81-120 . 0.2 11.0 70.1 17.8 0.8 0.1 . . . . 3040

121-160 . . 0.1 9.1 69.9 18.9 1.6 0.3 0.2 . . 2407

161-200 . . . . 10.6 60.6 26.9 1.6 0.3 . . 1745

201-250 . . . . . 7.0 65.5 25.6 1.9 0.1 . 2181

251-300 . . . . . 0.1 8.4 66.9 22.7 1.8 0.1 2327

301-350 . . . . . . 0.4 13.6 68.8 16.0 1.2 1522

351-400 . . . . . . . 0.6 27.5 63.3 8.6 534

>400† . . . . . . . . 2.5 62.8 34.7 121

†
Levels out of System dynamic range.
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Table 3b: Concurrence Analysis by CGM Glucose Level (Pediatric*; n=129)
CGM Glucose YSI Glucose Level (mg/dL)
Level 121- 161- 201- 251- 301- 351- N
(mg/dL) <40 40-60 61-80 81-120 >400
160 200 250 300 350 400

<40† . 50.0 50.0 . . . . . . . . 2

40-60 0.6 48.6 42.5 7.8 0.6 . . . . . . 527

61-80 . 12.1 61.9 24.3 1.7 . . . . . . 915

81-120 . 0.2 11.2 69.0 18.2 1.3 0.1 . . . . 1006

121-160 . . . 11.4 71.0 15.8 1.8 . . . . 868

161-200 . . . 0.1 18.2 61.3 20.1 0.3 . . . 703

201-250 . . . . 0.2 9.6 55.3 33.6 1.2 0.1 . 909

251-300 . . . . . 0.1 14.1 60.8 23.7 1.3 . 818

301-350 . . . . . . 0.3 24.8 58.2 16.5 0.2 593

351-400 . . . . . 1.0 . 0.5 33.8 59.4 5.3 207

†
>400 . . . . . . . 4.4 6.7 33.3 55.6 45
* Includes children 6-17 years of age. No YSI measurements were obtained for children 4-5 years of age.
†
Levels out of System dynamic range.
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 Table 3c: Concurrence Analysis by YSI Glucose Level (Adult; n=144)
YSI Glucose CGM Glucose Level (mg/dL)
Level 121- 161- 201- 251- 301- 351- N
†
(mg/dL) <40 40-60 61-80 81-120 >400†
160 200 250 300 350 400

<40 12.5 87.5 . . . . . . . . . 8

40-60 0.1 62.9 36.6 0.4 . . . . . . . 1591

61-80 0.1 26.4 62.6 10.8 0.1 . . . . . . 3093

81-120 0.0 2.1 18.8 71.7 7.3 . . . . . . 2971

121-160 . . 0.5 22.3 69.6 7.7 . . . . . 2418

161-200 . 0.1 0.1 1.5 26.9 62.5 9.0 0.1 . . . 1694

201-250 . . . 0.1 1.8 21.9 66.8 9.1 0.3 . . 2139

251-300 . . . . 0.3 1.2 23.7 66.0 8.8 0.1 . 2359

301-350 . . . . 0.3 0.3 2.3 29.8 58.9 8.3 0.2 1777

351-400 . . . . . . 0.3 6.1 34.7 48.1 10.8 703

>400 . . . . . . . 1.9 16.7 42.6 38.9 108

†
Levels out of System dynamic range.
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Table 3d: Concurrence Analysis by YSI Glucose Level (Pediatric*; n=129)
YSI Glucose CGM Glucose Level (mg/dL)
Level 121- 161- 201- 251- 301- 351- N
†
(mg/dL) <40 40-60 61-80 81-120 >400†
160 200 250 300 350 400

<40 . 100.0 . . . . . . . . . 3

40-60 0.3 69.2 30.0 0.5 . . . . . . . 370

61-80 0.1 24.8 62.6 12.5 . . . . . . . 904

81-120 . 3.9 21.0 65.7 9.4 0.1 . . . . . 1057

121-160 . 0.3 1.7 19.3 65.0 13.5 0.2 . . . . 948

161-200 . . . 1.9 20.4 64.2 13.0 0.1 . 0.3 . 671

201-250 . . . 0.1 2.1 18.1 64.7 14.8 0.3 . . 778

251-300 . . . . . 0.2 32.0 52.1 15.4 0.1 0.2 954

301-350 . . . . . . 1.8 31.1 55.4 11.2 0.5 623

351-400 . . . . . . 0.4 4.4 39.5 49.6 6.0 248

>400 . . . . . . . . 2.7 29.7 67.6 37

* Includes children 6-17 years of age. No YSI measurements were obtained for children 4-5 years of age.
†
Levels out of System dynamic range.
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 Glucose Rate of Change Accuracy
The System’s glucose rate of change accuracy, as assessed by concurrence analysis, is presented in
Tables 4a and 4b. For example, in the Adult study, when the Sensor glucose trend arrow indicated
that glucose was changing slowly downward (-1 to 0 mg/dL/min (g)), actual glucose levels in the
body were falling quickly (<-2 mg/dL/min) 1.2% of the time, falling (-2 to -1 mg/dL/min) 8.3%
of the time, changing slowly downward (-1 to 0 mg/dL/min ) 67.1% of the time, changing slowly
upward (0 to 1 mg/dL/min ) 19.7% of the time, rising (1 to 2 mg/dL/min ) 2.6% of the time, and
were rising quickly (>2 mg/dL/min ) 1.2% of the time. Digitally connected systems which do not
utilize the System’s trend arrow calculations may see different glucose rate of change accuracy.
Table 4a: Concurrence Analysis by Glucose Rate of Change (Adult; n=144)
CGM YSI (mg/dL/min)
N
(mg/dL/min) <-2 [-2, -1) [-1, 0) [0, 1] (1, 2] >2
<-2 (i) 34.4 44.9 18.3 2.2 0.3 . 323

-2 to -1 (m) 6.8 46.5 41.2 4.0 0.9 0.6 1090

-1 to 0 (g) 1.2 8.3 67.1 19.7 2.6 1.2 9389

0 to 1 (g) 0.9 3.4 26.0 46.9 15.5 7.3 5420

1 to 2 (k) 0.1 1.7 7.7 31.6 38.4 20.5 1151

>2 (h) 0.1 0.2 3.1 14.6 32.9 49.0 881

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Table 4b: Concurrence Analysis by Glucose Rate of Change (Pediatric*; n=129)
CGM YSI (mg/dL/min)
N
(mg/dL/min) <-2 [-2, -1) [-1, 0) [0, 1] (1, 2] >2
<-2 (i) 44.1 44.7 8.8 2.4 . . 170

-2 to -1 (m) 11.4 49.5 32.8 5.2 0.4 0.6 463

-1 to 0 (g) 2.1 11.2 60.0 20.8 3.9 1.9 2587

0 to 1 (g) 1.4 5.6 25.2 43.2 14.8 9.7 2095

1 to 2 (k) 0.2 2.6 10.4 29.7 35.5 21.5 498

>2 (h) . 0.9 4.2 15.0 29.7 50.2 448

* Includes children 6-17 years of age. No YSI measurements were obtained for children 4-5 years of age.
Alarm Performance
The tables in this section show the accuracy of the System’s Low and High Glucose Alarms. The
Alarm Rate tells you how often the alarm is right or wrong. The Detection Rate tells you how often
the System is able to recognize and notify you about a low or high glucose event.
Low Glucose Alarm Performance
Tables 5a and 5b display the percentages for these parameters:

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 True Alarm Rate
Tells you: When you got a low glucose alarm, were you actually low?
Definition: Percentage of time the alarm issued and blood glucose was below the alarm level
within 15 minutes before or after the alarm.
False Alarm Rate
Tells you: Did you get a low glucose alarm that you shouldn’t have?
Definition: Percentage of time the alarm issued and blood glucose was not below the alarm level
within 15 minutes before or after the alarm.
Detection Rate
Tells you: When you were low, did you get a low glucose alarm?
Definition: Percentage of time blood glucose was below the alarm level and the alarm issued
within 15 minutes before or after the glucose event.
Missed Detection Rate
Tells you: When you were low, did you miss a low glucose alarm?
Definition: Percentage of time blood glucose was below the alarm level and the alarm didn’t issue
within 15 minutes before or after the glucose event.
For example, the Adult study found that for a Low Glucose alarm level set to 70 mg/dL:
86.0% of the time a low glucose alarm was received when blood glucose was indeed below the
alarm level but 14.0% of the time a low glucose alarm was received when blood glucose wasn’t
actually below the alarm level.
89.3% of the time blood glucose was below the alarm level and a low glucose alarm was
appropriately issued but 10.7% of the time the glucose event was missed and no alarm was issued.

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Table 5a: Low Glucose Alarm Performance (Adult; n=144)
Alarm Rate Detection Rate
Low Glucose
Alarm level Correct Missed
Number of True Alarm False Alarm Number of
(mg/dL) Detection Detection
Events (n) Rate (%) Rate (%) Events (n)
Rate (%) Rate (%)
60 9861 72.6 27.4 1527 75.7 24.3
70 21504 86.0 14.0 3652 89.3 10.7
80 32784 91.3 8.7 4753 97.3 2.7
90 41299 93.6 6.4 5591 98.5 1.5

Table 5b: Low Glucose Alarm Performance (Pediatric*; n=129)

Alarm Rate Detection Rate
Low Glucose
Alarm level Correct Missed
Number of True Alarm False Alarm Number of
(mg/dL) Detection Detection
Events (n) Rate (%) Rate(%) Events (n)
Rate (%) Rate (%)
60 2780 62.9 37.1 373 87.4 12.6
70 6363 80.3 19.7 963 93.5 6.5
80 9747 85.6 14.4 1318 96.4 3.6
90 12550 92.2 7.8 1656 97.3 2.7
* Includes children 6-17 years of age. No YSI measurements were obtained for children 4-5 years of age.
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 High Glucose Alarm Performance
Tables 5c and 5d display the percentages for these parameters:
True Alarm Rate
Tells you: When you got a high glucose alarm, were you actually high?
Definition: Percentage of time the alarm issued and blood glucose was above the alarm level within
15 minutes before or after the alarm.
False Alarm Rate
Tells you: Did you get a high glucose alarm that you shouldn’t have?
Definition: Percentage of time the alarm issued and blood glucose was not above the alarm level
within 15 minutes before or after the alarm.
Detection Rate
Tells you: When you were high, did you get a high glucose alarm?
Definition: Percentage of time blood glucose was above the alarm level and the alarm issued within
15 minutes before or after the glucose event.
Missed Detection Rate
Tells you: When you were high, did you miss a high glucose alarm?
Definition: Amount of time blood glucose was above the alarm level and the alarm didn’t issue
within 15 minutes before or after the glucose event.

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For example, the Adult study found that for a High Glucose alarm level set to 200 mg/dL:
99.2% of the time a high glucose alarm was received when blood glucose was indeed above the
alarm level but 0.8% of the time a high glucose alarm was received when blood glucose wasn’t
actually above the alarm level.
97.1% of the time blood glucose was above the alarm level and a high glucose alarm was
appropriately issued but 2.9% of the time the glucose event was missed and no alarm was issued.

Table 5c: High Glucose Alarm Performance (Adult; n=144)

Alarm Rate Detection Rate
High Glucose
Alarm level Correct Missed
Number of True Alarm False Alarm Number of
(mg/dL) Detection Detection
Events (n) Rate (%) Rate (%) Events (n)
Rate (%) Rate (%)
120 105544 99.1 0.9 11417 98.2 1.8
140 93574 99.1 0.9 10152 98.1 1.9
180 74290 99.2 0.8 8080 97.8 2.2
200 66039 99.2 0.8 7269 97.1 2.9
220 57549 99.0 1.0 6390 96.9 3.1
240 48733 98.4 1.6 5550 95.6 4.4
300 21512 96.3 3.7 2672 90.0 10.0

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 Table 5d: High Glucose Alarm Performance (Pediatric*; n=129)
Alarm Rate Detection Rate
High Glucose
Alarm level True Alarm False Alarm Correct Missed
Number of Number of
(mg/dL) Rate Rate Detection Detection
Events (n) Events (n)
(%) (%) Rate (%) Rate (%)
120 34176 98.8 1.2 4441 98.2 1.8
140 30107 98.0 2.0 3945 98.4 1.6
180 22430 98.4 1.6 3125 98.0 2.0
200 19425 98.0 2.0 2791 98.0 2.0
220 16371 98.2 1.8 2492 96.9 3.1
240 13559 98.0 2.0 2172 95.7 4.3
300 6064 90.8 9.2 962 91.0 9.0
* Includes children 6-17 years of age. No YSI measurements were obtained for children 4-5 years of age.
Sensor Accuracy Over Time
The Sensor can be worn for up to 14 days. The percentage of System readings within YSI values and
the Mean Absolute Relative Difference (MARD) is presented for the following different wear periods
in Tables 6a and 6b: Beginning (Adult: 144 Subjects, Day 1, 2 or 3; Pediatric: 48 Subjects, Day 1
or 2) Early Middle (Adult: 91 Subjects, Day 7 or 8; Pediatric: 50 Subjects, Day 7 or 8), Late Middle
(Adult: 55 Subjects, Day 9 or 12; Pediatric: 51 Subjects, Day 9 or 12), and End (Adult: 76 Subjects,
Day 13 or 14; Pediatric: 51 Subjects, Day 13 or 14). For values 70 mg/dL and above, the percentage
of readings within 15%, 20%, and 40% of the YSI value was calculated. For values below
70 mg/dL, the percentage of readings within 15 mg/dL, 20 mg/dL, and 40 mg/dL of the YSI value
was calculated.
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Table 6a: Sensor Accuracy Relative to YSI over the wear duration (Adult; n=144)
Number of
Wear Within ±15% / Within ±20% / Within ±40% /
CGM-reference MARD (%)
Period ±15 mg/dL ±20 mg/dL ±40 mg/dL
pairs

Beginning 6955 9.9 83.4 90.4 99.3

Early Middle 4522 8.5 87.7 94.5 99.8
Late Middle 3503 8.8 86.8 93.4 99.7
End 3755 9.1 86.4 92.9 100.0

Table 6b: Sensor Accuracy Relative to YSI over the wear duration (Pediatric*; n=129)
Number of
Wear Within ±15% / Within ±20% / Within ±40% /
CGM-reference MARD (%)
Period ±15 mg/dL ±20 mg/dL ±40 mg/dL
pairs

Beginning 1828 10.7 79.6 88.5 98.6

Early Middle 1642 8.0 89.5 94.2 98.5
Late Middle 1534 9.7 83.6 92.9 99.5
End 1542 10.2 82.6 91.1 99.3
* Includes children 6-17 years of age. No YSI measurements were obtained for children 4-5 years of age.

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 Sensor Wear Duration
The Sensor can be worn for up to 14 days. To estimate how long a Sensor will work over the wear
duration, 146 Sensors were evaluated in the Adult study and 139 Sensors were evaluated in the
Pediatric study to determine how many days of readings each Sensor provided. Subjects did not
wash the insertion site with soap and water before applying the Sensors and wore two Sensors
simultaneously. Of the 146 Sensors in the Adult study, 71.1% lasted until the final day of use. 6
Sensors (4.1%) had “early sensor shut-off” where the Sensor algorithm detected that the Sensors
did not function as intended and presented the user with a Replace Sensor message. In the Pediatric
study, 78.1% of the Sensors lasted until the final day of use. 3 Sensors (2.2%) had “early sensor
shut-off” where the Sensor algorithm detected that the Sensors did not function as intended and
presented the user with a Replace Sensor message. Tables 7a and 7b display the data for each day
in the wear duration for the Adult & Pediatric studies.
A third clinical study was also conducted to further evaluate wear duration in subjects who first
washed the insertion site with a plain soap and water, according to the full instructions in the
labeling and wore only a single Sensor. Of the 39 Sensors evaluated in this study, 97% lasted until
the final day of use.

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Table 7a: Sensor Survival Rate Over Wear Duration (Adult; n=146)
Day of Wear Number of Sensors Survival Rate (%)

1 145 99.3
2 142 97.3
3 140 95.9
4 137 93.8
5 134 91.8
6 133 91.1
7 132 90.4
8 127 87.0
9 123 84.9
10 119 82.2
11 112 77.3
12 111 76.6
13 104 71.8
14 100 71.1

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 Table 7b: Sensor Survival Rate Over Wear Duration (Pediatric; n=139)
Day of Wear Number of Sensors Survival Rate (%)

1 137 98.6
2 136 97.8
3 134 97.1
4 133 96.4
5 133 96.4
6 133 96.4
7 133 96.4
8 131 94.9
9 126 91.3
10 124 89.9
11 122 88.4
12 120 87.0
13 114 83.4
14 104 78.1

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Glucose Reading Availability
The System is designed to show a Sensor glucose reading after each scan that is performed
throughout the wear period after the start-up time. Tables 8a and 8b show the glucose reading
capture rate for each day of the wear duration.
Table 8a: Glucose Reading Capture Rate Over Wear Duration (Adult; n=146)
Day of Wear Number of Sensors Capture Rate (%)

1 146 98.3
2 145 98.1
3 143 98.3
4 140 98.3
5 138 98.4
6 135 98.3
7 134 98.4
8 131 98.4
9 128 98.4
10 123 98.4
11 120 98.4
12 113 98.5
13 112 98.5
14 104 98.6
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 Table 8b: Glucose Reading Capture Rate Over Wear Duration (Pediatric; n=139)
Day of Wear Number of Sensors Capture Rate (%)

1 139 94.6
2 137 94.9
3 136 95.2
4 133 95.3
5 134 95.5
6 133 95.6
7 133 96.0
8 133 95.9
9 130 95.7
10 125 95.6
11 125 95.6
12 122 95.8
13 119 95.9
14 116 95.8

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Precision
Precision of the System was evaluated by comparing the results from two separate Sensors worn on
the same subject at the same time. Table 9a provides data from 146 subjects in the Adult study;
Table 9b provides data from 137 subjects in the Pediatric study. For adults, the paired absolute
relative difference (PARD) between the two Sensors was 8.1% with coefficient of variation (CV) of
5.7%. For children ages 4-5, PARD was 6.7% with CV of 4.8%. For children ages 6-17, PARD was
8.2% with CV of 5.8%. Paired absolute difference (PAD) is a measurement of absolute difference
(in mg/dL) between paired CGM readings, while PARD is the absolute relative difference (in %)
between paired CGM readings.
Table 9a: Overall between Sensor Precision (Adult; n=146)
Paired Absolute
Coefficient of Paired Absolute Number of Paired
Relative Difference
Variation (%) Difference (mg/dL) Readings
(%)

Adults ages 18+ 5.7 12.4 8.1 26791

Table 9b: Overall between Sensor Precision (Pediatric; n=137)

Paired Absolute
Coefficient of Paired Absolute Number of Paired
Relative Difference
Variation (%) Difference (mg/dL) Readings
(%)

Children ages 4-5 4.8 10.7 6.7 248

Children ages 6-17 5.8 13.0 8.2 10623

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 Adverse Events
No device related serious adverse events occurred during the studies. In the Adult study, mild skin
irritations, such as erythema, bruising, bleeding, and scabbing were reported around the insertion
site and adhesive area by a small number of subjects (10 out of 146 or 6.8%). Pain was mostly
reported as none with only one instance of mild pain. In the Pediatric study, there were 8 instances
of erythema (4 “well-defined redness”, and 4 “slight pink”), 5 instances of edema (3 slight edema,
2 slight edema with defined edges), 2 instances of mild bleeding, one instance of mild induration
and one instance of mild rash.
Ascorbic Acid Interference
Taking ascorbic acid (vitamin C) supplements while wearing the Sensor may falsely raise Sensor
glucose readings. Taking more than 500 mg of ascorbic acid per day may affect the Sensor
readings which could cause you to miss a severe low glucose event. Ascorbic acid can be found
in supplements including multivitamins. Some supplements, including cold remedies such as
Airborne® and Emergen-C®, may contain high doses of 1000 mg of ascorbic acid and should not be
taken while using the Sensor. See your health care professional to understand how long ascorbic
acid is active in your body.

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Additional notes for Health Care Professionals
A clinical study was conducted to evaluate the effect of ascorbic acid on Sensor performance.
Data from 57 adult subjects with diabetes was collected over a 13-hour period. Each subject had a
one-hour baseline phase where venous blood was collected every 10 minutes. After this first hour,
a dose of 1000 mg ascorbic acid was given with a meal and venous samples were collected every
20 minutes for the next four hours. A maximum average sensor bias of 9.3 mg/dL was observed
around 3 hours after the 1000 mg ascorbic acid dose. Subjects then received a second dose of 1000
mg ascorbic acid with a meal and the same process was continued for another 4 hours. A third dose
of 1000 mg ascorbic acid was then given and study subjects were followed for 4 more hours. After
the second dose of ascorbic acid the maximum average sensor bias increased, with minimal change
in sensor bias after the third dose, suggesting that saturation had occurred by the second 1000 mg
dose of ascorbic acid. The maximum average sensor bias after the three 1000 mg doses of ascorbic
acid was less than 20 mg/dL.

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 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
FreeStyle Libre 2 Reader - FCC ID: QXS-LIB02
FreeStyle Libre 2 Sensor - FCC ID: QXS-LIB02S
• 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.
• Use of accessories, transducers, and cables other than those specified or provided by Abbott
Diabetes Care could result in increased electromagnetic emissions or decreased electromagnetic
immunity of the System and result in improper operation.
• 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.
• The device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) The device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) the device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not approved by Abbott could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.

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Guidance and manufacturer’s 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
IEC 61000-3-2
the public low voltage power
Voltage fluctuations / Complies supply network that supplies
flicker emissions buildings used for domestic
IEC 61000-3-3 purposes.

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 Guidance and manufacturer’s 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 ± 8 kV contact ± 8 kV contact Floors should be wood, concrete or
discharge (ESD) ± 15 kV air ± 15 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,
IEC 61000-4-4 lines (100kHz lines (100kHz or hospital environment.
frequency) frequency)
± 1 kV for signal ± 1 kV for signal
lines (100kHz lines (100kHz
frequency) frequency)

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 IMMUNITY IEC 60601 Compliance Electromagnetic
test test level Level environment – guidance
Surge ±1 kV ±1 kV Mains power quality should be that
IEC 61000-4-5 differential differential of a typical domestic, commercial,
mode mode or hospital environment.
±2 kV common ±2 kV common
mode mode

Voltage 0% UT; 0.5 cycle 0% UT; 0.5 cycle Mains power quality should be that
dips, short At 0⁰, 45⁰, 90⁰, At 0⁰, 45⁰, 90⁰, of a typical domestic, commercial,
interruptions and 135⁰, 180⁰, 225⁰, 135⁰, 180⁰, 225⁰, or hospital environment. If the user
voltage variations 270⁰ and 315⁰ 270⁰ and 315⁰ of the System requires continued
on power supply 0% UT; 1 cycle 0% UT; 1 cycle operation during power mains
input lines and and interruptions, it is recommended
IEC 61000-4-11 70% UT; 25/30 70% UT; 25/30 that the System be powered from
cycles cycles an uninterruptible power supply or
Single phase: Single phase: a battery.
at 0⁰ at 0⁰
0% UT; 250/300 0% UT; 250/300
cycle cycle

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 IMMUNITY IEC 60601 Compliance Electromagnetic
test test level Level environment – guidance
Power frequency 30 A/m 30 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

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 IMMUNITY IEC 60601 Compliance Electromagnetic
test test level Level environment – guidance
Conducted RF 6 Vrms 6 Vrms N/A
IEC 61000-4-6 150 kHz to
80 MHz

Radiated RF 10 V/m 10 V/m N/A

IEC 61000-4-3 80 MHz to
2.7 GHz

Proximity fields See table on next Compliance to the Portable RF communications

from RF wireless page tested levels equipment (including peripherals
communications such as antenna cables and
equipment IEC external antennas) should be used
61000-4-3 no closer than 30 cm (12 inches) to
any part of the System, including
cables specified by Abbott Diabetes
Care. Otherwise degradation of the
System could result.

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 The table below lists the immunity levels at specific test frequencies for testing the effects of
some wireless communications equipment. The frequencies and services listed in the table are
representative examples in various locations where the System may be used.

Test Maximum IMMUNITY

Band a) Distance
frequency Service a) Modulation b) power TEST LEVEL
(MHz) (m)
(MHz) (W) (V/m)

Pulse
385 380 –390 TETRA 400 modulation b) 1.8 0.3 27
18 Hz

FM c)
GMRS 460, ± 5 kHz
450 430 – 470 2 0.3 28
FRS 460 deviation
1 kHz sine

710
Pulse
LTE Band 13,
745 704 – 787 modulation b) 0.2 0.3 9
17
217 Hz
780

810
GSM 800/900,
TETRA 800, Pulse
870 800 – 960 iDEN 820, modulation b) 2 0.3 28
CDMA 850, 18 Hz
LTE Band 5
930

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 Test Maximum IMMUNITY
Band a) Distance
frequency Service a) Modulation b) power TEST LEVEL
(MHz) (m)
(MHz) (W) (V/m)

1720
GSM 1800;
CDMA 1900;
Pulse
GSM 1900;
1845 1700 – 1990 modulation b) 2 0.3 28
DECT;
217 Hz
LTE Band 1, 3,
4, 25; UMTS
1970

Bluetooth,
WLAN, Pulse
2450 2400 – 2570 802.11 b/g/n, modulation b) 2 0.3 28
RFID 2450, 217 Hz
LTE Band 7

5240
Pulse
WLAN 802.11
5500 5100 – 5800 modulation b) 0.2 0.3 9
a/n
217 Hz
5785
a)
For some services, only the uplink frequencies are included.
b)
The carrier shall be modulated using a 50% duty cycle square wave signal.
c)
As an alternative to FM modulation, 50% pulse modulation at 18 Hz may be used because while it does not represent actual modulation,
it would be worst case.
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 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:

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 10 V/m.

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We hope that you are happy with your FreeStyle Libre 2 System. Please refer to the
User’s Manual before using your System for the first time.
Abbott Diabetes Care (“Abbott”) warrants that the FreeStyle Libre 2 Reader
(“Reader”) shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of
one (1) year from the date of manufacture or one (1) year from the original date
of purchase with proof of purchase (whichever is later). This Limited Warranty
is invalid if the Reader is modified, altered, damaged, misused or used other
than in accordance with the User’s Manual, applicable labeling, and/or inserts.
Abbott’s sole obligation is to replace the Reader, free of charge, with the same
or an alternative reader as determined by Abbott in its sole discretion. Your
replacement may be a different model or type. Abbott may require, as a condition
of obtaining limited warranty service, that you return the Reader postage prepaid,
with proof of purchase to an address specified by Abbott. The Limited Warranty
on the replacement Reader will expire on the date of the original Limited Warranty
expiration or 90 days after the shipment of a replacement Reader, whichever period
is longer. This Limited Warranty covers only the Reader, does not cover the sensor or
disposable accessories, extends only to the original purchaser, and is not assignable
or transferable.
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“FDA Public Health Notification: Use of Fingerstick Devices on More than One
Person Poses Risk for Transmitting Bloodborne Pathogens: Initial Communication”
(2010)
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MedicalDevices/Safety/AlertsandNotices/ucm224025.htm
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“CDC Clinical Reminder: Use of Fingerstick Devices on More than One Person Poses
Risk for Transmitting Bloodborne Pathogens” (2010)
www.cdc.gov/injectionsafety/Fingerstick-DevicesBGM.html
3
American Diabetes Association, 2019. 2. Classification and Diagnosis of Diabetes:
Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes—2019. Diabetes Care, 42(Supplement 1),
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