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Getting Started (continued)
1. Slide Flow Regulator thumb clamp down until an audible click verifies it is
in fully closed position.
2. Using both hands, press top and bottom of Flow Regulator into pump until
it snaps into place.
3. Verify 3 gray fingers (clamp arms) on each side of pumping mechanism
have engaged Flow Regulator.
4. Let go of set. A properly loaded set should stay in pump.
5. Press firmly just below blue thumb clamp on Flow Regulator with one hand
while using other hand to close latch fully to left.
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If resistance is met while closing latch, remove set, verify Flow
Regulator is fully closed and then reinstall set.
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Verify thumb clamp has moved to open (up) position prior to starting
infusion.
6. Attach set to patient’s vascular access device.
7. Verify flow from IV container after starting infusion.
Thumb Clamp
Click
Flow Regulator
A
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After set installation, verify no fluid is flowing through the infusion set’s drip chamber, to avoid free-
flow.
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Before operating pump, verify that infusion set is free from kinks and installed correctly in pump.
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Ensure the appropriate infusion set for the fluid/drug to be infused has been selected.
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Follow the instructions supplied with the individual infusion set.
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Use only sets dedicated for use with the pump. The use of any other set may cause improper
operation, resulting in an inaccurate fluid delivery or other potential hazard.
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Position the fluid container to avoid spillage onto the pump.
Removing the Infusion Set
1. Place channel on hold.
2. Open latch.
3. Flow Regulator automatically closes to prevent accidental unintended flow.
4. Press latch fully to right. Set is ejected from pump.
IV
Loading an Infusion Set
A
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Verify the Flow Regulator is closed when the infusion set is
removed from the pump to prevent unintended flow.
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Do not attempt to force the infusion set from the pump. Contact
a qualified service engineer for investigation.
