How do I change my Accu-Chek meter batteries?

This article contains instructions on how to replace your Accu-Chek meter batteries. Look for the name of your product to find the relevant instructions or videos below.

Please note that your data will not be lost when you remove the batteries from your meter.

Accu-Chek Guide Me and Accu-Chek Guide meters

1. Open the battery door on the back of the meter by pushing the tab in the direction of the arrow and pulling the door up.
2. Remove the old batteries.
3. Slide the new batteries under the black tabs with the (+) side facing up.
4. Put the battery door back in place and snap it closed.

This video shows you how to change the batteries of the Accu-Chek Guide meter.

Accu-Chek Aviva meter

1. Open the battery door on the back of the meter, remove the old battery for at least 20 seconds, and press any button on the meter.
2. Insert the new battery with the (+) facing outwards.
3. Snap the battery door back into place.
4. Press the on/off button and the meter will beep.
5. The setup and hour should be flashing on the display. If the date and time are correct, press and hold the on/off button for at least 4 seconds.
6. Release the button and you’re done.

Accu-Chek Aviva Connect meter

1. Use your thumb to slide the battery drawer out of the meter.
2. Remove the old batteries.
3. Replace the new ones in the battery drawer, with the (+) side facing down.
4. Slide the battery drawer back into position until it locks into place.

Accu-Chek Aviva Expert meter

1. Remove the battery door from the back of the meter by pushing the tab in the direction of the arrow and pulling up the door.
2. Remove the old batteries from the meter.
3. Insert three AAA batteries with the (+) and (-) matching the marks in the battery compartment.
4. Put the battery door back in place and snap it closed.

Accu-Chek Nano meter

1. Open the battery drawer on the back of the meter by sliding it out of the meter.
2. Remove the old batteries for at least 20 seconds.
3. Press any button on the meter, then insert the new batteries with the (+) facing down.
4. Slide the battery drawer back into position until it locks into place.
5. Press the on/off button and the meter will beep. The setup and date should be flashing on display.
6. Your meter will prompt you to confirm the meter’s time and date settings. If correct, press and hold the on/off button for 4 seconds, then release.

This video shows you how to change the batteries of the Accu-Chek Nano Blood Glucose meter. 

Accu-Chek Compact Plus meter

1. Open the battery door on the back of the meter by pushing it in the direction of the arrow and pulling the door up.
2. Remove the old batteries.
3. Insert the new batteries with the (+) and (-) ends matching the marks in the battery compartment.
4. Place the battery door over the batteries ensuring it is flat and almost closed.
5. The small tab attached to the battery door should still show – push in the direction of the arrow shown to lock the battery door in place.

Battery ingestion

If you suspect your child has swallowed a battery, seek medical attention immediately – prompt action is critical. Don’t wait for symptoms to develop. 

Battery ingestion or insertion into the body may cause chemical burns, perforation of soft tissues, and death. Batteries, as small parts, are a choking hazard. Keep them away from children under the age of 3 years.

If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the product and keep it away from children. Contact Roche.