Mindray BeneFusion VP3 Vet, Operator'S Manual

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1. Firmly insert the signal line of drop sensor into the drop sensor interface of the
pump.
2. Clip the drop sensor to the drip chamber, making sure that the drop sensor is
above the surface of the liquid.
3. Press to start the infusion. The light of drop sensor flashes green when
liquid is detected in normal infusion status.
WARNING

For 60drop/ml infusion sets, it is recommended to set the rate
<1000ml/h. Otherwise, the [Empty] alarm will be triggered mistakenly.

Small liquid drops in drip chamber might be left on its wall after long
time infusion, the medical staffs need to confirm and eliminate the
drops. Otherwise, the accuracy of drop rate check will be affected, and
the [Empty] alarm will be triggered.
NOTE

The surface of the liquid in the drip chamber must be lower than the
drop sensor, which should be between 1/3 and 1/2 of the drip chamber.

The positioning block of the drip chamber must be inserted vertically
through the positioning groove on the drop sensor.

Do not excessively tilt the drop sensor, or expose it to direct sunlight
during infusion. Otherwise, accuracy of the drop sensor may be
influenced.

Make sure that the drip chamber is not clamped too tightly by the drop
sensor.

It is suggested that the singal line of drop sensor should be changed
every six months.