Fresenius Medical Care 2008K Operator's Manual page 135

Message Purpose of Message
Blood Leak? The blood leak detector has detected
the presence of blood or air in the
dialysate.
Blood Pump Failure Electronic self-test failure.
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Note: Air or disinfectants
containing peracetic acid
may cause a false alarm.
Troubleshooting
Type Action Required
Blood 1) Press RESET to reset the alarm. If allowed by facility policy,
Alarm press Override to continue dialysis if the machine cannot be
reset.
2) Check dialysate fluid for presence of blood with Hemastix.
If Hemastix test is negative, recheck with a new Hemastix. If
negative after three checks, follow steps below:
Press Override to run the blood pump for up to 3 minutes while
troubleshooting the alarm.
Check the dialysate lines for air leaks, especially at the connectors
and the filter.
Press RESET to reset alarm.
If unable to reset the alarm, return the patient's blood according to
procedure below (Hemastix test positive) and alert a qualified
technician
If Hemastix test is positive, proceed according to facility blood leak
policy. If facility policy is to return patient's blood, follow the steps
below.
1. Press RESET to reset all other blood flow alarms.
2. Press Override to enable the blood pump to run and
return patient's blood per unit protocol.
Note: Override will activate the blood pump for about
three minutes while a blood leak alarm exists. Press
Override again if needed.
Alarm Turn machine power off and back on. If alarm does not clear, take the
machine out of service and alert a qualified technician.
2008K Operator's Manual rev. K