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Operating Precautions
Disposable Syringes and Extension Sets
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This Alaris® PK Syringe Pump has been calibrated for use with single-use disposable syringes. To ensure
correct and accurate operation, only use 3 piece Luer-Lock versions of the syringe make specified on
the pump or described in this manual. Use of non-specified syringes or extension sets may impair the
operation of the pump and the accuracy of the infusion.
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Uncontrolled flow or syphoning may result if the syringe is located incorrectly in the pump, or if it is
removed from the pump before the extension set is properly isolated from the patient. Isolation may
include closing a tap in the patient line or activating a flow stop clamp.
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Secure the extension set to the pump using the extension set hook at the rear of the pump. This provides
protection against accidental dislodging of the syringe from the pump.
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When combining several apparatus and/or instruments with extension sets and other tubing, for example
via a 3-way tap, the performance of the pump may be impacted and should be monitored closely.
Mounting the Pump
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The pump must be mounted within 1.0m above or below the patient’s heart. The most accurate pressure
monitoring in the extension set is achieved when the pump is positioned close to the patients heart
level.
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Do not mount the pump in a vertical position with the syringe pointing upwards as this could lead to
an infusion of air which may be in the syringe. To protect against the introduction of air the user should
regularly monitor the progress of the infusion, syringe, extension line and patient connections and follow
the priming procedure specified herein.
Operating Environment
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When using any infusion pump in conjunction with other pumps or devices requiring vascular access,
extra care is advised. Adverse delivery of medication or fluids can be caused by the substantial variation in
pressures created within the local vascular system by such pumps. Typical examples of those pumps are
used during dialysis, bypass or cardiac assist applications.
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This pump is suitable for use in
Hospital and clinical environments
other than domestic establishments
and those directly connected to the public single phase AC mains power supply network that supplies
buildings used for domestic purposes. However, it may be used in domestic establishments
under
the supervision of Medical professionals
with additional necessary appropriate measures. (Consult
Technical Service Manual, appropriately trained technical personnel or Cardinal Health for further
information).
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This pump is not intended to be used in the presence of a flammable anaesthetic mixture with air or
oxygen or nitrous oxide.
Operating Pressure
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This is a positive pressure pump designed to achieve very accurate fluid administration by automatically
compensating for resistance encountered in the infusion system.
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The pumping pressure alarm system is not designed to provide protection against, or detection of, IV
complications which can occur.
Alarm Conditions
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Several alarm conditions detected by this pump will stop the infusion and generate visual and audible
alarms. Users must perform regular checks to ensure that the infusion is progressing correctly and no
alarms are operating.