2
– Modes of Operation
T34L™
Operator Manual
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2
– Modes of Operation
The
T34L
TM
Syringe Pump has three modes of operation. In summary these are:
1) VOLUME OVER TIME (Program Lock OFF)
– Pump will deliver the volume confirmed over the default
duration or a new duration confirmed by the user.
THIS MODE IS IDEAL WHERE - it is common to use the same delivery regime (duration) but some
flexibility may occasionally be required.
Although the pump calculates volume in the syringe the user can set a lower VTBI (e.g. if KVO is
required) during infusion set up.
Pump is configured with a Default Duration (e.g. 24 hours) to guide the user to make the
appropriate selection during set up but the user can change the duration. The next time a new
program is set the default is restored.
OPTIONS - Titration can be enabled allowing the user to set upper and lower infusion rate limits
during set up to allow titration of the infusion rate without stopping the Pump.
2) VOLUME OVER TIME (Program Lock ON - DEFAULT)
– Pump will deliver the full contents of the
syringe fitted over the Default Duration set on the pump.
THIS MODE IS IDEAL WHERE
– the entire contents of a syringe are always required to be delivered
over the same duration (e.g. 24 hours). The duration is locked so the user CANNOT change it. This
prevents programming errors and makes setting up an infusion very simple.
User CANNOT change either the VTBI or the Default Duration time
Pump calculates the volume, applies the pre-set duration and calculates the appropriate rate for
the infusion.
User only checks and confirms infusion summary screen (showing duration, rate and volume)
matches the prescription before Starting the infusion
User access code required to change any of the pumps settings
Titration is NOT possible in Program Lock ON mode
3) RATE PER HOUR MODE
– Default Duration is set to Zero under the Change Set Up menu (access
code required).
THIS MODE IS IDEAL WHERE
– different infusion rates are used each time and the users are familiar
and comfortable with making the calculation of infusion rates themselves.
Pump calculates the volume in the syringe and then the user sets the rate in ml/hr (default is
ALWAYS zero if New Program confirmed so user has to scroll to select the infusion rate or
infusion cannot be started)
Titration can be enabled in Rate per Hour mode. See "Rate Titration" feature in Change Set Up
Menu (code required).
Warning:
make sure you fully understand all of the possible modes especially the one your
pump is configured to before operating the
T34L
TM
.
NOTE:
your
T34L
TM
can be configured to one of the above modes (as appropriate to your
clinic/setting) during installation by either CME or your service centre. Take time to consider
which mode is best for your practice.