Insert the introducer needle in a single, smooth movement, otherwise the soft can-
nula may kink or crimp upon insertion, causing reduced or blocked insulin delivery.
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Press the self-adhesive (E) firmly onto the skin in order to ensure secure
positioning of the infusion set. Place one finger in front of the inspection window
on the infusion set to fix it. Press the side clips of the introducer needle (D) together
gently and at the same time pull the introducer needle (C) out of the skin.
WARNING
Dispose of the introducer needle safely, so that nobody can prick or injure
themselves on it.
The safest way to dispose of a used introducer needle is to immediately place it
in a sharps disposal container to reduce the risk of accidental pricks or injuries
from loose sharps. If you cannot find a sharps disposal container right away,
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