Respectively, I think Medtronic needs an easier insertion. Period!

I always, always remove that paper backing from the adhesive before insertion. I don't know why Medtronic doesn't recommend doing that. I have never had an issue and it makes it so much secure right from the start.

I couldn't figure out for the life of me how to pull the self retracting needle myself. Thank you

You make it look easy…I simply don’t have the dexterity to do all that with one hand. I’m also very thin, no body fat on the arms at all. I have found the sensor doesn’t work if it his muscle. I have problems with my abs as well

I have arthritis in my knuckles, limited ROM in my shoulders and wrists, this is a major lesson in frustration.......

Sensor tape is great for taping the first part of the sensor. The second piece I make sure the entire transmitter and sensor is covered. I make sure no edges are open to grabbing, snagging and pulling the entire set off and having to start another expensive sensor.

I stopped using my sensor because it hurts and it always bleeds under the sensor and tape. This was a great demonstration and I'll try it again, tonight. Thanks so much!!!

Have you ever used Fixic tape? I've found it works well with the Guardian Sensor 3, but I'm concerned about taping the Fixic independently in the arm with Guardian Sensor 4. Thank you for the video showing how to insert it independently.

Well done Rob, your presentation was very professional and relaxed

Have you run across an issue where the clear plastic layer between the sensor adhesive and plastic holder stays on the sensor. I've ruined two of them, now I will check between loading the serter and applying it to my skin.

Excellent job and video Rob. This helps a lot. Appreciate and take care.

We're sorry to hear this, Brendan. How many times a day are you needing to calibrate?

Matt, the sensor and transmitter are water-resistant at 8 feet for up to 30 minutes. CGM readings may not be transmitted from the CGM to the pump while in water.

All your videos are great! Thanks

Excellent video, thank you! The way you use some fingers to hold the base while others to remove the needle was what I needed to see, and not present at all in the Medtronic video. You gave me the help I needed to succeed! Well done!

Far better than the written instructions!

Wow, I’ve failed miserably trying to use my arm, thank you. Also just learned I’ve been inserting completely wrong ever since the Guardian sensor was introduced. Many thanks to you!

This is of great help!! Thanks. For the first time in years I'm now able to use my arm.

Thanks for the video. Great help.

how far on the back of the arm can the sensor be placed? Are there limits to how far up or far down it can be inserted? Thanks for the video!!!

Thank you Rob for presenting this information! It is very useful, and I am looking forward to viewing the rest of your video's as well in order to learn tips and tricks that I may not have been aware of previously! I have been using an older version of a Medtronic Insulin pump for years, but without the BGM. As such I am brand new to the BGM Sensor game and there are a bunch of extra bits of minutia to take into account! For example: I now have to contend with making sure that the sensor is fully charged prior to swapping the old sensor for a new one. I am not finding any information in the user guide that states just how long it's supposed to take for the device to be fully charged. I have had the sensor sitting in the charger as I've been researching videos and now charging is finally done! It took approximately 20-30 minutes for the green LED to stop flashing... which is the indication that the device is now fully charged. Wow...that was a lot of typing just to say the sensor takes about 30 minutes to charge!

Hey Rob, great video. Two questions, first I put both pieces of oval tape on after I connect the transmitter to the sensor, rather than putting the first piece of oval tape on, connecting the sensor and then adding the second oval tape. I figure that gives me two pieces of oval tape covering everything. Which way is better and why? Second question, I see you also end up with a lot of residual glue on the transmitter. I find the residual glue interferes with plugging the transmitter into the charger and into the sensor. Is there a good way to clean the transmitter without potentially damaging it?

Thank you! That made it easier than I thought! I have had Medtronic for several years and never inserted in my arm. ❤

Thank you, I really appreciate people like you taking the time to show and help people like me, this is very helpful 👌 thank you and God bless. 🙏

How do you remove the sensor if it doesn't connect by yourself?

I tried the self-insertion on the arm once years ago, and I bled so badly i passed out.Thank you for this video it looks like I will be able to figure this out now!

I had a lumpectomy due to cancer in my left breast several years ago. I have been told that I can only use my right arm for vaccinations and for blood tests. Would I be able to add the sensor to my left arm?

Hi Brian. Our Guardian Sensor 3 sensors can be worn on the back of the arm between your elbow and shoulder. Please click here: bit.ly/3DoM9vG, for more information.

My brother in law has tried these style cgm and hasn't had any luck due to his skin condition. He has trouble getting the tape to stay attached.

Thank you 3times 🎉🎉🎉 or more!!! 1:27 Wish your videos had been around when I first started viewing these KZfaq tapes. 4:45

I live in area where the humidity is unbearable. The Medtronic tape stats peeing when l break out a sweat from doing choirs and working out. I live near the gulf coast

There is NO way my arthritis deformed hands can do this 🙁 Please MEDTRONIC come up with a better system!!!

Two pieces of tape....one handed??? I find this rather awkward. I have attempted to use a different brand of tape that is basically an oval flesh-tone adhesive. It is a single piece.........I purchased this because it was categorized as a Medtronic adhesive pad........any feedback on this as a replacement for the two pieces used in your video?

Is the abdomen or arm better for transmitter accuracy?

I never put the second tape on my sensor. I have never had one rip or fall off. I do use TACK after I clean the area with Alcohol.

what if you run into the issue with the Clear Plastic piece not coming off to reveal the wax paper

Thanks for taking the time to show us and explain this insertion process, What do you do to help with detachment from perspiration that affects the adhesive contact? I am a profuse perspirer and I have a very difficult time keeping the sensors, etc. attached because of it. I have tried antiperspirant under the adhesive and extra over-taping. Nothing seems to do the trick.

Thanks for the video! I'm using the Guardian 4 sensor and just inserted it in my arm for the first time (after inserting in my stomach area for several years). Question: Does it matter if the transmitter is facing up or down? I seem to recall something about placing transmitters so they're horizontal rather than vertical. Thanks!

I do my abdomen as it easier for me to shave that part due to being hirsute, I think shaving the back of my arm would be more problematic as well as taping it properly so it does not get affected by clothing and movement etc

Yvonne, if your upper arm won't work for you, the Guardian Sensor 3 sensors, can also be worn on your abdomen.

To remove the plastic upright piece once I've inserted the sensor, I use the first and second fingers of my hand, grab the plastic piece at the base, squeeze and lift it off gradually. Much easier than the four finger method. Also don't use the second piece of oval tape. I use three pieces of 3M Derma tape and place it over the installed sensor.

I find taking the initial peel away tape off while still in the inverter much easier. P.S. Boo Dallas Cowboys! Love, a lifelong Eagles fan 😂💚🦅

I get senor in but pump won’t see it or recognize it and I have wasted 4 sensors

nice job but the transmitter looks like it's covered in tape and not clean. kind of turns me off

This Eagles fan watched despite that Cowboys sweatshirt 😂 I find taking the peel off adhesive off while in the inserter much easier. Fly!

Should show how to check for any bleeding that might occur after insertion...

You're supposed to clean the transmitter every time you change the site. Use the green transmitter test item, then clean with high strength alcohol on cotton ball

The tape flap is garbage. Also the supplied oval tape is garbage. Any other tape is way better, longer lasting and cleaner once removed.

I've used the Medtronic pump in the past for 12 years. I really liked Medtronic but am currently using the t:slim X2. I would prefer the Medtronic pump but until they can provide a decent sensor, one that is smaller, integrated with the transmitter, lasts longer, and is easier to fit, I will not use Medtronic products. I can't believe that an otherwise cutting edge company is so far behind a number of manufactures in the sensor space. It's a shame because their pump technology is very good. Interestingly, a couple of years ago I moved to a different area in the UK and was assigned a new diabetes clinician and she advised very strongly against Medtronic, mainly due to the hassle of fitting the sensor.

I have been successful with my installations for the last few weeks so I was beginning to gain in confidence. However, I did a new sensor installation two days ago and all seemed fine. However at lunchtime today, I began getting warnings that my sensor wasn't working properly. I have no idea why this occurred and, of course, there is no explanation. I have just done another sensor installation and all seems OK but, who knows. I now have only one sensor left from my box of five and the next box isn't due to be delivered until after April 1. So, I'm going to be short of two sensors. There are too many faults with the sensor itself and the method of installation for me to discuss here but I really question if this product should to be on the market at all. It is unreliable, costly, and inaccurate. I can't express how disappointed I am in this device and in Medtronic.

For me, laying on my side in my bed with my arm bent and propped up on a pillow helps to remove the needle and attach the transmitter.

Great video, pity he fails to mention there really poor quality of the sensor, these sensors fail more often than not,

I need someone who has severe arthritis pain in their hands to demo this. Lol. You make it look so easy. It's not so easy in any situation. I think this was a big fail on Medtronic's part. Just an opinion, that's all. It's so frustrating.

This is much harder with my short arms!

Methtronic sent me some stupid backwards tape and serter that requires 3 arms to really insert it. I've already WASTED 5 injectors trying to get 1 thing on my arm. After that I just gave up! The stupid chick who was "training" me had me put it on my stomach. And it didn't help that we were doing this "training" over video chat.

Just got my Medtronic system and I can tell it’s gonna take me 10mins just work up the courage to press those green buttons.

This is a great tutorial but the fact that this isn’t in the manual is negligible. It’s taken me way too long(years) to find this information, even after mentioning it to my endocrinologist.

We're glad it was helpful, Annemarie!

The one thing that is obvious to me, it looks ugly on the arm. You would think that they would have a more pleasant looking sensor that doesn't look like something that was just taped on. For now I think I will just go on without using it. Also, like everything else, very very expensive

Please talk slower next time but thank you for the video 😊

After about 3 months experience with this cgm, I have finally reached the conclusion that it is a waste of time. At least 50% of the time something goes wrong when installing a new sensor. After the box on order now arrives, I’ll use the sensors but don’t plan on continuing. I’m fact, if I didn’t have such a long term commitment to Medtronic equipment, I would abandon this company completely and try one of the alternative manufacturers.

This sensor is horrible ! I can't do it by myself

We're all adults. Stop with blurring the screen from real world insignia. If you have a brain, have your talent wear text less clothing.

I'm sorry but putting it on the arm is utter bs. I've wasted so much tape and sensors screwing around with this. I can put it on my stomach and thats where it goes. AND there are many issues with the sensors. So far I'm not happy with the 780G performance. AND btw that sensor you're using is filthy and should be cleaned.