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Alaris™ GW Volumetric Pumps
Flow Sensor Operation
Flow Sensor Operation
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The flow sensor automatically monitors the infusion flow rate through the drip chamber. The flow sensor will cause
the Pump to alarm if a significant deviation from the infusion rate occurs. The flow sensor will also be able to detect
empty containers. For this reason, use of a flow sensor is mandatory when the automatic set detection mode on the
Pump is disabled.
Flow Sensor Usage
Alaris GW 800 Volumetric Pump mode
Infusion set with anti-siphon valve ?
Use flow sensor ?
Set detection
On
*
YES
OPTIONAL
Set detection
On
*
NO
RECOMMENDED
Set detection
Off
**
YES
MANDATORY
Set detection
Off
**
NO
MANDATORY
* Only BD dedicated infusion sets can be used in this mode .
** BD does not recommend the use of other manufacturers’ Infusion Sets
Model 180 Flow Sensor
Handles
Drip chamber
Flanges
Pull back handles
Flow sensor
interface
Flow
Sensor
Interface
Cover
1 . Plug the flow sensor into the flow sensor interface located on the top rear part of the Pump .
2 . Attach the Model 180 Flow Sensor to the drip chamber of the Infusion set, by pulling back the handles . Refer to the illustration
above .
3 . Proceed with load, priming, and set-up instructions as described in section 'Getting Started' .
NOTE:
Ensure drip chamber is half full and upright .
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Always attach the flow sensor before starting an infusion.
Avoid using the flow sensor in direct sunlight.
Always ensure lens is clean.
Always replace the flow sensor interface cover when the flow sensor is disconnected.
