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4
Introduction and Safety
SIGMA Manual Number 41018
Revision AR
WARNING:
Do Not Allow Uncontrolled Gravity Flow
To open the pump door, the IV set’s slide clamp must first be closed (thus
providing “set-based anti-free flow” protection). Do not open the slide
clamp when the door is open or during and after IV set unloading. This
can cause dangerous, uncontrolled free flow to occur. During IV
container changes, always close the set’s slide or roller clamp. When the
set is in the pump and the door is closed, the slide clamp can be left open.
If gravity flow is to be used, the pump door will be open or the set will be
outside the pump. You will need to be sure gravity flow is maintained at
the intended rate whenever the pump door is open and when the set is
outside of the pump.
WARNING:
Disposal
To dispose of this device or the associated administration sets, adhere to
local, state, federal and/or other governing regulation.
WARNING:
Use the Specified Manufacturer’s IV Set Type
This label is located on the top of the pump and indicates the specific
type of IV tubing that the pump has been calibrated for. The use of other
manufacturer’s brands or type tubing could produce pump inaccuracies
that could be unsafe for patients.
CAUTION:
Use Keypad Lock to Avoid Tampering
See “Operating the Keypad Lock” on page 44.
CAUTION:
Follow Neonatal and Pediatric Precautions
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Use 60 drops / 1 mL IV sets.
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Configure the pump with appropriate flow rate, VTBI (Volume To Be Infused),
patient weight and occlusion alarm limits (using CONFIGURATIONS/Options
mode).
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Prior to connecting to patient, prime set, load set, open slide and roller clamp (if
equipped) to avoid possible bolus (.2mL) that would result around door
opening/set loading event.
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If the pump door is opened with an IV set connected to a patient and bolusing at
door closing must be avoided before closing the door, clamp the set below the
lower Y site, connect a syringe to the lower Y site, close the door, open the slide
clamp, collect a 0.085mL bolus in the syringe and unclamp the set below the Y
site.
CAUTION:
Use Sound IV Poles
Mount pumps on IV poles that securely hold the pump.