Hospira GemStar Manual 430-10984-001 (Rev. 03/06)
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Chapter 8
Operation Test
This test is designed to ensure the GemStar® Pump is operating properly. Hospira
recommends performing this test a minimum of once every 12 months. Refer to
facility requirements to determine additional testing needs.
The test can be performed when the pump is in the
STOP
mode and requires
approximately 15 minutes to complete. The pump provides step-by-step instructions
through each section of the test.
Equipment Required
GemStar® Pump
Two GemStar®
Microbore
Pump Sets
without
a filter
Reservoir with at least 50 mL of water
20+ mL or larger graduated cylinder (graduated in 0.1 mL)
Two fresh, disposable AA batteries
Appropriate GemStar® AC Mains Adaptor or other Hospira approved external
power source
G
Note: This test is available only when the pump is
UNLOCKED
.
WARNING: Disconnect the pump from the patient BEFORE
performing the Operation Test.
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