77 Elektronika SensoCard
77 Elektronika · Model SensoCard
Advanced biosensor technology. Very small blood sample volume (0.5 µl). Automatic turning on upon strip insertion. Average test time is 5 sec. Memory is enough to store last 500 test data. Built-in 7-14-28 day period average calculation. Long-life, lithium battery. Data downloading capability to PC, via Litelink. Human voice data telling in SensoCard Plus. Easy code setting with code-card. Virtually pain-free.
Typical Failure Modes
Compiled for this model from its own documentation and established engineering knowledge for this equipment class - not from a verified service record. Confirm against the manufacturer's service manual.
Inaccurate / questionable glucose results
HighSymptoms: Result does not fit the clinical picture, large disagreement between duplicate strips, out-of-range control checks.
Root cause: Damaged or mis-inserted test strip, wrong code-card setting, expired strips, or use outside the specified temperature/humidity range.
E-6 battery lockout
MediumSymptoms: "E-6" at power-on, meter will not run any more tests after the low-battery icon has been showing.
Root cause: CR2032 batteries depleted - the meter blocks testing 10 measurements after the battery icon first appears.
Strip not detected / meter will not auto-power-on
MediumSymptoms: Nothing happens on strip insertion, test will not start.
Root cause: Worn strip port contacts or a damaged strip.
EMI / ESD interference
LowSymptoms: Erratic reading or reset when used near a mobile phone or microwave oven.
Root cause: Electromagnetic interference or electrostatic discharge.
Serviceable Parts & Consumables
Serviceable items for this model, compiled from its documentation and engineering knowledge for this equipment class. Service class and relative cost are estimates, not manufacturer figures; no part numbers are given. Confirm intervals and pricing against the manufacturer.
Test strips
Single-use consumable; observe the vial expiry.
Class Frequent wear itemRel. cost $R&R Easy
Strip-port contact assembly
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$R&R Moderate
Control solution / code card
Class Frequent wear itemRel. cost $R&R Easy
| Part | Service class | Relative cost | R&R difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Test strips Single-use consumable; observe the vial expiry. | Frequent wear item | $ | Easy |
| Strip-port contact assembly | Periodic replacement | $$ | Moderate |
| Control solution / code card | Frequent wear item | $ | Easy |
Relative cost: $ lowest · $$$$ highest service-part cost for this equipment class. Not a price.
Error Codes
Extracted directly from this unit's own service manual.
E-0 If this error message remains on screen after turning meter on, the meter has got damaged. Please remove the batteries and keep the OK button pressed about 15-20 seconds the batteries and turn on the meter. If E-0 appears again, please contact your local distributor.
E-2 Strip has been removed from the instrument during measurement.
E-3 Used strip is inserted. Repeat measurement with new test strip! Check-strip is inserted instead of test strip. Replace it with a test strip.
E-5 Strong electromagnetic field (e.g.: mobile phone) or high intensity electrostatic discharge interfere with the meter. Repeat the measurement.
E-6 Batteries are low. Replace the batteries. High intensity electrostatic discharge may influence the meter. Please remove the batteries and keep the OK button pressed about 15-20 seconds.
E-7 Insufficient amount of blood was applied on strip. Repeat test with bigger drop of blood. High intensity electrostatic discharge may influence the meter. Please repeat the measurement.
E-8 Test wasn't performed properly. Repeat test with new test strip and be more careful when performing each step.
E-9 External temperature is too high or low (out of the range 10-40 °C). Wait at least 30 minutes before using the device, until it completely reaches room temperature. SensoCard is able to check external temperature. If it detects values not conforming to its operational requirements, the following error messages will be displayed: An arrow icon directed downward and the E-9 error message together indicate low temperature (below 10 °C).
E-CThis error message may appear during using Code-card. There might be one of the following problems: Code-card is damaged. Please check the integrity of Code-card. If you can find any mechanical damage on Code-card, contact your local distributor.
Flashing resultIf temperature gradient is too high, SensoCard still keeps on operating, but the displayed result will be flashing, indicating the abnormal operational circumstances.
Instrument shows Lo constantlyCode setting is not correct. Check and set the proper code value. Insufficient amount of blood was applied on the strip. Repeat test with a bigger drop of blood.
Instrument shows Hi constantlyCode setting is not correct. Check and set the proper code value.
Battery symbol appears on displayBatteries are low. Replace batteries.
Troubleshooting Approach
A starting sequence for this model, compiled from its documentation and engineering knowledge for this equipment class. Follow the manufacturer's service documentation for the actual procedure.
Symptom: Result looks wrong or is unusually high/low
- Repeat with a new strip and a fresh, adequately sized sample.
- Run the SensoCard control solution and compare to the range on the vial.
- Confirm the meter code matches the strip lot (code card).
- Check the ambient temperature and humidity are within the operating range.
- If controls are out of range, quarantine the strip lot; if controls pass but patient results still look wrong, refer the meter for service.
Symptom: E-6 displayed
- Switch the meter off.
- Replace the coin cell(s) with the specified CR2032 type - one in SensoCard, two in SensoCard Plus.
- Power on and confirm E-6 has cleared.
- Run a control-solution test.
- Re-verify with a known sample before returning to use.
Technical Specs
- Height
- 90 mm
- Length
- 7 mm
- Weight
- 64 g
- Width
- 45 mm
Documents & Manuals
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