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6.4
Testing the Flow Rate
Test Description
During this flow rate test an infusion is carried out at a certain flow rate, and the delivered
volume is reported.
The volume reported is compared to the theoretical volume, and the flow rate test is stated as
passed if the calculated flow rate error is between -3 % and +3 %.
The flow rate is correctly calibrated.
If the test fails, calibrate the displacement using Agilia Partner maintenance software.
Required Tools and Equipment
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1 Scale with a sensitivity of 0.01 g and a beaker
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1 Catheter extension with a Luer lock end: length 40 in (100 cm), interior diameter 0.1 in (2.5 mm)
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1 Needle: type G18 or G21 (flow rate > 30 mL/h), or G26 (flow rate < 30 mL/h)
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1 Luer Lock syringe (brand new)
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1 Chronometer
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Distilled water, oil.
Prerequisites
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The scale’s calibration certificate is valid.
Recommended temperatures for flow rate accuracy:
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Room temperature: 10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F)
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Temperature of the water in the syringe: 10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F)
Information
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Do not recycle distilled water.
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The test procedure below can be performed with all syringe sizes (50/60 mL, 30 mL, 20 mL, 10 mL,
5 mL).
1. Setup the equipment:
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Fill the syringe with distilled water at the maximum of its volume.
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Prime the syringe to eliminate air bubbles.
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Connect the catheter extension to the syringe.
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Connect the cannula to the other end of the catheter extension.
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Install the syringe on the pump.
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Place the beaker at the center of the scale platform.
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Place the cannula inside the beaker.
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Fill the beaker with some water, making sure the cannula is dipped in the water (> 1 cm (0.4 in)).
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Add several drops of oil to create a greasy film on the surface of the water. This way the user will
avoid any measurement error due to evaporation of the water.
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Power on the pump.