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Precautions
Cautions
• An infusion set other than the infusion sets specified in this manual (see page 19 “Infusion Sets”) should not be used
with this product. See the instructions for use for the dedicated infusion set. [If a non dedicated infusion set is used, the
flow rate accuracy and alarm function cannot be guaranteed.]
• A drip sensor other than that included should not be used. [Drip detection and alarm functions cannot be guaranteed.]
• Use the AC power cable included and connect to an earthed AC power source. The AC power cable included should not
be used for other equipment. [Using an AC power cable other than the one specified may result in failure of this product. In
addition, if used without an earth connection, the electrical safety of this product is not guaranteed.]
• When setting the tube, ensure that there is no bend, dent or slack in the tube and that the tube is set straight into the
fingers, tube guides, various detectors and tube clamp. [Incorrect loading may result in abnormal solution delivery such as
excessive infusion, insufficient infusion or nonadministration of drug solution.]
• It is recommended to place the manual roller clamp on the downstream side of the pump for use.
• Before inserting an intravenous needle, always remove the air from the inside of the infusion line. [Failure to remove the air
may cause patient harm and interfere with the normal solution delivery.]
• When setting the tube, do not pull excessively hard. [The tube may be deformed, and therefore the original functionality or
performance of this product may not be achieved. (flow rate error and various alarm functions etc.)]
• This product has a built in safety system so the door will not close if the tube has not been set correctly (AIS (Anti Irregular
Set) system). If the door is unusually difficult to close, check that the tube has been set correctly instead of forcing the door
closed. [Forcing the door closed may result in damage to or leakage of the device and/or tube.]
• When starting solution delivery, check the volume delivered and then clear it as needed before use.
• When an Occlusion alarm sounds, be sure to eliminate the cause of occlusion before resuming solution delivery. [This
product is equipped with a countermeasure function for an Occlusion alarm that decreases the bolus volume by reducing
internal pressure of infusion line. If solution delivery is resumed without eliminating the cause of occlusion, solution may
not be delivered properly.]
• If solution delivery is resumed without eliminating the cause of occlusion, e.g., when the power turns back on after an
Occlusion alarm, the alarm detection may not operate correctly. This may cause loosening or damaging of the connecting
sections of the infusion set or starting bolus due to high internal pressure of infusion line.
• When attaching the infusion set, ensure that the type of infusion set and the drip volume setting correspond to those
displayed on the LCD. [If an infusion set is used that does not correspond, solution cannot be delivered at the set flow rate.]
• After the infusion set is attached, the door is closed and the manual roller clamp is opened, if any dripping of drug solution
is observed, check the infusion set (the dedicated infusion set), the attachment status of the tube (correctly attached), and
any fault in the infusion set and devices (whether or not damaged).
• Ensure that the pole clamp is fixed to the IV pole. Also ensure that the IV pole is stable. [Dropping or falling may result in
damage or failure.]
• Before starting solution delivery, check that the settings for any errors in the digit of flow rate etc., or whether the flow
rate and VTBI have been accidentally swapped. [This product does not have a function to determine the correct values,
possibly resulting in excessive infusion or insufficient infusion to a patient.]
• Do not place the set inversely (upstream and downstream section). [The patient’s blood may be drawn up into the tubing.]
• In the case of a solution delivery with no setting for the VTBI (“----.--”: Unlimited), the pump will not stop until an alarm is
issued. The pump should be stopped before running out of the drug solution. It is recommended to set a VTBI slightly less
than the volume of the drug solution container.
• If the product is used under conditions that do not meet those specified for the flow rate accuracy described in
“Specifications”, such as a low flow rate, short dosing time, or ambient temperature, the solution delivery should be
monitored with extra care. [The flow rate accuracy cannot be guaranteed.]
• Turn the power on while the door is open, and check that the LCD and operation indicator are flashing, that the buzzer
sounds and that the fingers are moving. [If the power is turned on when the door is closed, this product cannot operate a
normal self-check (self-diagnosis).]
• When fixing this product to the IV pole, the specified pole clamp should be used. [If a pole clamp that has not been
specified is used, the function cannot be guaranteed. It may cause failure or accident.]
• When attaching a pole clamp to the pump, ensure that it is set securely. [Failure to do so may result in falling of the pump
or pole clamp.]
• When a pole clamp is used, do not release it until you have checked that this product is securely fixed to the IV pole.
• The AC power cable must be removed when the system needs to be disconnected from mains power. Do not put the pump
in a position in which it is difficult to remove the AC power cable.
