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SmartSite™ Needle-Free System Instructions
SmartSite™ Needle-Free Valve is designed to permit safe gravity flow and automated flow, injection and aspiration of
fluids without the use of needles by utilising Luer lock and Luer slip connectors .
Precautions:
Discard if packaging is not intact or protector caps are unattached.
If Needle-Free Valve is accessed by a needle in an emergency the valve will be damaged causing
leakage. Replace Needle-Free Valve immediately.
Needle-Free Valve contraindicated for blunt cannula system.
Do not leave slip Luer syringes unattended.
DIRECTIONS – Use Aseptic Technique
1 . Prior to every access, swab top of Needle-Free Valve port with 70% isopropyl alcohol (1–2 seconds) and allow to dry
(approximately 30 seconds) .
Note:
Dry time is dependent on temperature, humidity and ventilation of the area .
2 . Prime valve port . If applicable, attach syringe to Needle-Free Valve port and aspirate minuscule air bubbles .
3 . When used with administration sets always refer to individual set
Directions For Use
as change interval may vary
according to clinical application (e .g . infusions of blood, blood products, and lipid emulsions) .
Note:
During use of Needle-Free Valve port, fluid may be observed between the housing and blue piston . This fluid does
not enter the fluid path and requires no action .
Note:
For product questions or needle-free valve educational materials, contact your BD representative . Consult facility
protocols . Consult other organizations that publish guidelines useful in developing facility protocols .