8 Installation
ASTOPAD
®
Instructions for Use
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8.2 Installing the control unit
For safe installation, the ASTOPAD control unit is fitted with a universal mounting
device. The device can be securely fixed to the infusion stands, round pipes and
medical standard rails.
CAUTION
Risk of injury!
When installing the ASTOPAD control unit on an infusion stand, please observe the
instructions from the infusion stand manufacturer regarding maximum load and tilt-
ing stability.
8.2.1 Attaching to infusion stand / round pipe
Fig. 4 Attaching to infusion
stand / round pipe
1. Turn the handwheel anticlockwise to open the fas-
tening device.
2. Select a maximum height of 165 cm on the infusion
stand (ASTOSTAND: 180 cm) and place the opened
clamping area of the fixing device on the infusion
stand.
3. Turn the handwheel clockwise to tighten the fastening
device to the infusion stand.
4. Check that the ASTOPAD control unit is securely
fitted.
8.2.2 Attaching to medical standard rail
Fig 5 Attaching to medical
standard rail
1. Hook the ASTOPAD control unit at an angle from
above into the standard rail using the fastening de-
vice.
2. Turn the handwheel clockwise to tighten the fastening
device to the medical standard rail.
3. Check that the ASTOPAD control unit is securely fit-
ted.
To secure to the medical standard rail, it may be necessary to reposi-
tion the universal mounting device. To do this, release the two fixing
screws. Once the position is changed, the screws must be screwed in
again according to their positioning.
