full amount of medication. Replace the Accu-Chek Tender as soon as the self-
adhesive loosens.
• Do not reinsert the introducer needle into the soft cannula. Reinsertion could
cause tearing of the soft cannula which would result in unpredictable med-
ication flow.
• If you have to disconnect your Accu-Chek Tender, pay particular attention
to hygiene.
• Never use a soft cannula for more than 72 hours (3 days). Never use the
transfer set for more than 6 days. When changing the cartridge, make sure
that the transfer-set is completely primed before connecting to the head-set.
• lf the infusion site becomes inflamed, replace the Accu-Chek Tender and use
a new site.
• Do not put disinfectants, perfumes, deodorants or insect repellent on your
Accu-Chek Tender as these may affect the integrity of the set.
• Never prime the transfer set or attempt to free a clogged line while the trans-
fer set is connected to the head-set. You may accidentally infuse an uncon-
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trolled quantity of insulin.