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7. Setup and Check-out
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HomeChoice APD Systems Patient At-Home Guide October 2, 2009 07-19-61-244
7.2 Set Up the HomeChoice APD System
Place the HomeChoice/HomeChoice PRO APD System cycler on a stable, clean, flat
surface (table or nightstand) in a well-lighted area. The table should be large
enough to hold the cycler and all of the solution bags. Make sure a three-prong
grounded outlet is nearby. See 7.3, Grounding Instructions , on page 7-4 for
warnings concerning the three-prong outlet.
Be sure the cycler is placed at the same height as you when you are lying in bed.
To decrease the flow rate during Drain, raise the cycler by approximately
6 inches (15 cm).
To
increase the flow rate during Drain, lower the cycler by approximately
6 inches (15 cm).