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- Page 1 HOSPIRA, INC., LAKE FOREST, IL 60045, USA 430-95597-004, B (Rev. 04/2007)
- Page 2 ® Plum A+ Infusion Systems ECTION Descriptive Information ® NOTE: In this manual, references to Plum A+ Infusion ® ® System apply to both the Plum A+ Infuser and Plum A+ Infuser unless otherwise noted. ® Plum A+ Infuser List # 20679/20792- NOTE: This operating manual may also be used with Device List #...
- Page 3 Both are cassette based multi-function infusion systems. The Plum A+ allows two lines in and one line out while the Plum A+3 allows six lines in and three lines out. Each pump can be used for standard, piggyback, or concurrent delivery.
- Page 4 ® Plum A+ Infusion Systems Accessory equipment connected to the analog and digital interfaces must be certified according to the respective IEC Standards (e.g. IEC 60950 for data processing equipment and IEC 60601-1 for Medical Equipment). Furthermore, all configurations shall comply with the system standard IEC 60601-1-1.
- Page 5 ® For Systems With Hospira MedNet Software Conventions This section describes the conventions used throughout this manual, as follows: ONVENTION PPLICATION XAMPLE Italic Reference to a (See Figure 3-1, section, figure, or Priming Cassette) table Primary Only: Function or mode...
- Page 6 ® Plum A+ Infusion Systems CAUTION: A CAUTION USUALLY APPEARS IN FRONT OF A PROCEDURE OR STATEMENT T CONTAINS INFORMATION THAT COULD PREVENT IRREVERSIBLE PRODUCT DAMAGE OR HARDWARE CAUTION FAILURE AILURE TO OBSERVE A COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS PATIENT OR USER INJURY NOTE: A Note highlights information that helps explain a concept or procedure.
- Page 7 99.9. Any fraction of a milliliter delivered is not displayed, but is retained in memory. • For Plum A+3 users, be aware that changing the weight on one device does NOT change the weight on the other two devices.
- Page 8 ® Plum A+ Infusion Systems ONCURRENT UIDELINES When delivering short half-life critical drugs (see Critical Drugs, this section) using the Plum A+ in the Concurrent mode, the following delivery rate guidelines should be observed: • If the critical drug (with half-life less than 6 minutes) is to be infused at less than 2 mL/hr, the other infusion should be no faster than 5 times the critical drug’s rate.
- Page 9 • For epidural administration, the use of Hospira catheters, Plum sets without Y-sites, and "epidural" stickers indicating ongoing epidural administration are recommended.
- Page 10 ® Plum A+ Infusion Systems practicing epidural administration must be equipped with resuscitative equipment, oxygen, naloxone, and other resuscitative drugs. Adequate monitoring equipment (e.g., Oximetry) is recommended for continuous monitoring of the patient during epidural administration. Patients must be observed frequently for side effects in a fully-equipped and staffed environment for at least 24 hours following completion of drug administration by the epidural route.
- Page 11 ® For Systems With Hospira MedNet Software • Administration sets should be changed per CDC guidelines or healthcare provider policy. Discard after use. ® • LifeCare IV infusion sets with integral nonblood filters are not for use in the administration of blood, blood products, emulsions, suspensions, or any medications not totally soluble in the solution being administered.
- Page 12 (-- -- --). The user must clear these fields using the [CLEAR] key prior to entering new values. • The Plum A+3 is to be used with an IV pole with a 6-wheel base and a shelf. LEANING For more information on cleaning the infuser, see Section 8.
- Page 13 ® For Systems With Hospira MedNet Software • Open the flow regulator briefly to dissipate the pressure and then close it. • Eliminate the source of occlusion (closed clamp). • Reinsert the cassette and close the cassette door. • Open all clamps and resume infusion.
- Page 14 ® Plum A+ Infusion Systems operation of a sensor or microcomputer might be disrupted. Even in this event, the outcome would likely be a false alarm or detected system malfunction and would not result in a hazard to patient or operator. •...
- Page 15 ® For Systems With Hospira MedNet Software • Maintaining a minimum separation distance of 2 ½ ft between the Infusion pump system and portable/ mobile RF communications equipment • List Numbers 12391 and 11971 are compliant to IEC/EN 60601-1-2 (1993) List Numbers 20678, 20679, &...
- Page 16 ® Plum A+ Infusion Systems • The guidance included in this manual provides information needed to: • Determine the device’s suitability for use in the intended environment. • Manage the electromagnetic environment to permit the device to perform as intended without disturbing other equipment.
- Page 17 • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. • Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Hospira could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. System Operating Manual...
- Page 18 • The radiated output power of this Wireless LAN device is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. The Wireless LAN device for both Plum A+ and Plum A+3 has been evaluated with 0.2 inches separation of human body from the antenna and found to be compliant with FCC RF exposure limits.
- Page 19 Physical Dimensions: Plum A+- Approximately 8” X 8” X 6”, excluding pole clamp protrusion and power cord storage. Plum A+3- Approximately 19” X 15” X 14”, including pole clamp, barcode wand holder, and power cord. Weight: Plum A+- Approximately 9.5 lbs. with battery.
- Page 20 ® For Systems With Hospira MedNet Software Battery Life: With a new fully charged battery, the infuser operates for a minimum of three hours at 125 mL/ hr or less, or delivers 250 mL if > 126 mL/hr. (Time is measured from initial pumping to Depleted...
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