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  • Page 1 Operator's Manual Flo-Gard® 6301 Dual Channel Volumetric Infusion Pump...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction....................1 Physical Description ................3 Operating Instructions ................10 Precautions ..................10 Loading the Pumps ................11 Starting a Primary Infusion ............... 15 Starting a Secondary Infusion............18 Using Volume-Time Programming............ 19 Changing the Flow Rate While the Pump Is Running....... 21 The OPTIONS Key ................
  • Page 4 Change record 7-19-01-564 Original issue: 7/92 Rev. A: 9/92 Rev. B: 05/93 Page Revision Front cover 1–4 6–8 10–14 16–17 18-30 31–32 35–38 39–42 Back cover A zero in the “Revision” column indicates original issue. 7-19-B1-564...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction ® The Flo-Gard 6301 Dual Channel Volumetric Infusion Pump from Baxter can deliver a wide variety of fluids over a broad range of infusion rates. The device's features in- clude: ® • Uses only standard Baxter solution administration sets.
  • Page 6 • Slide clamp loading option provides flow shut-off when I.V. set is removed from the pump. • Locking control panel helps prevent patient tamper- ing. • Each pump channel features an independent secon- dary medication program. The channel automati- cally switches over to the primary program upon completion.

  • Page 7: Physical Description

    Physical Description Items 1 through 9 are associated with Pump 1 and are de- scribed below. The controls associated with Pump 2 are identical and function in exactly the same manner. Items 10 through 28 are common to the operation of both pumps. All front panel items are shown in Figure 1.
  • Page 8 Front Panel ITEM FUNCTION 10. BACK LIGHT key Backlights the displays when pressed. Pressing the key again turns the backlight off. If the device is operating on battery power, the backlight remains on for 60 seconds when the BACK LIGHT key is pressed. 11.
  • Page 9 11 12 13 9 10 BACK LIGHT SILENCE ALARM PUMPING ALERT ALERT PUMPING ALARM NEXT TOT VOL STATUS CLEAR TOT VOL TIME PU MP PUMP RATE VTBI START STOP STOP CHARGE CHARGE OPTIONS RATE VTBI START COMPUTER MONITOR CONTROL ® Flo-Gard®...
  • Page 10 Figure 2 shows Pump 2 only. Pump 1 has identical features, which function in the same manner. Pump Head Features ITEM FUNCTION 1. Upstream occlusion sensor Detects a tubing restriction upstream of the pump. 2. Pumping fingers The linear peristaltic pump mechanism consists of cam-driven pumping fingers which succes- sively manipulate the tubing against the back- plate, resulting in fluid movement in a...
  • Page 11 Figure 2. Pump 2 With Door Open 7-19-B1-564...
  • Page 12 The following items are located on the rear of the device and are shown in Figure 3. Rear Panel Features ITEM FUNCTION 1. I.V. pole clamp Secures the device to the I.V. pole. 2. Power cord strap Stores the power cord. 3.
  • Page 13 VOLUME PANEL LOCK (PUSH) Figure 3. Rear View 7-19-B1-564 Rev. A...

  • Page 14: Operating Instructions

    Read and understand this manual before using this device. • When infusing fluid through a central line catheter, Baxter recommends that sets with a Luer lock adapter be used. • If using a filter set, use only filters which are suit- able for use with infusion pumps.

  • Page 15: Loading The Pumps

    MDS–201–004, applicable portions MIL–STD–461C, which are voluntary test guide- lines for electromagnetic susceptibility and emis- sions. This device was not found to be adversely affected by the susceptibility tests in these specifica- tions, and will perform safely. The device's emis- sions were also found to be acceptable.
  • Page 16 Note: The procedure for preparing and loading the admini- stration set (steps 2 through 9) is the same for Pump 1 and Pump 2. 2. Prepare solution. Prepare fluid container and administra- tion set according to the directions ac- companying the products. Prime the set. Ensure all air is expelled from the set.
  • Page 17 c. Load the tubing through the guide channel from bottom to top as shown in Figure 4. d. Ensure that the I.V. tubing is loaded straight through the pump mecha- nism tubing guides safety clamp. e. Ensure that the tubing is touching the pumping fingers before closing the pump door.
  • Page 18 c. If a Hospital Area Designator (HAD) has been programmed into the de- vice, it is displayed for three seconds in the Pump 1 message display. d. The occlusion detection level is mo- mentarily displayed in the Pump 1 message display ( LEVEL 1, 2, or 3 ), followed by AUDIBLE SWITCHOVER if the Audible Switchover option is enabled.

  • Page 19: Starting A Primary Infusion

    Starting a Primary Infusion Note: The procedures for programming Pump 1 and Pump 2 are identical. 1. Select the pump you Press as appropriate. PUMP 1 PUMP 2 wish to program. The yellow LED on the key lights PUMP to indicate that the pump is selected. 2.
  • Page 20 5. If necessary, reset the Press the key. CLEAR TOT VOL volume previously in- fused on the selected pump to zero. Note: Always verify programmed information prior to start- ing the selected pump. 6. Start the pump. a. Press . The green PUMP- PRI START ING LED lights and a moving bar appears next to the appropriate flow...
  • Page 21 b. The selected pump's PUMPING LED goes out and STOPPED appears in the message display. c. If the pump is not restarted or pow- ered off within two minutes, an audible alert sounds. 8. To restart an infusion: a. Press the key as ap- PUMP 1 PUMP 2...

  • Page 22: Starting A Secondary Infusion

    1. Prepare secondary fluid a. To perform automatic piggybacking, ® container and admini- a Continu-Flo set from Baxter stration set. must be used as the primary set. b. Follow directions accompanying the products. c. Ensure all air is expelled from the secondary set.

  • Page 23: Using Volume-Time Programming

    b. Enter the desired fluid amount (in mL) on the keypad. Set VTBI equal to the volume of fluid in the con- tainer. c. To correct a mistake, press again and re-enter the cor- SEC VTBI rect value. 6. Open secondary set Check also that the primary set regulat- regulating clamp.
  • Page 24 1. Turn on and select the a. Press the appropriate ON-OFF/CHARGE pump. key. b. Press as appropri- PUMP 1 PUMP 2 ate to select the desired pump. 2. Enter a VTBI. a. Press the key (or , if PRI VTBI SEC VTBI you are programming a secondary infusion).

  • Page 25: Changing The Flow Rate While The Pump Is Running

    5. Check the rate, then Verify that the calculated rate is accept- start the pump. able before pressing PRI START ) to begin the infusion. START Changing the Flow Rate While the Pump Is Running To change the primary or secondary flow rate during the course of an infusion, follow the procedure given below.

  • Page 26: The Options Key

    The OPTIONS Key key is used to place the device into Computer OPTIONS Control mode and to set a Programmed Delivery Profile (PDP). The key is active only when at least one of OPTIONS these two features has been made available in the device's configuration.
  • Page 27 3. Place the pump into The message PGM DELIV appears and PDP mode by pressing legend over the NEXT TOT VOL/STATUS key. key lights. The pump is now in PDP OPTIONS mode. 4. Review previous PDP a. If a previously set PDP is stored in settings.
  • Page 28 b. Press the key for the infusion pa- rameter you wish to modify ( PRI VTBI PRI RATE c. Enter the new value on the keypad. d. Press the key to enter the new NEXT value. e. Modify additional PDP steps if de- sired.

  • Page 29: Computer Control

    Then press and enter a time TIME span for this step (up to 99 hours and 99 minutes). Finally, press . The device calcu- PRI VTBI lates and displays the resulting volume. If the display reads Hi or Lo , the calculated VTBI is outside the device's capabilities.

  • Page 30: Computer Monitoring

    Pressing any enabled key (other than SILENCE , or the key combination VOL/STATUS BACK LIGHT PANEL LOCK for the Flow Check display or the Alarm Log display) causes the device to drop out of computer control, allowing you to clear alarms and/or change infusion data. Computer Monitoring When the device is set up for computer monitoring, infor- mation is gathered by a remote computer via the...

  • Page 31: Battery Powered Operation

    Battery Powered Operation The device automatically switches to battery operation when the AC power is interrupted or the device is un- plugged. When operating on battery power, the battery icon on the front panel is lit. The battery automatically re- charges whenever the device is plugged in.

  • Page 32: Cleaning And Storage

    Cleaning and Storage The exterior of the device may be cleaned with a soft cloth, sparingly dampened with any of the cleaners listed below. Follow manufacturers' dilution instructions for concen- trated cleaners. Used devices should be cleaned/disinfected with an agent from the list below before use on another pa- tient.

  • Page 33: Alerts And Alarms

    Alerts and Alarms The following chart describes alarm and alert messages for each pump along with the cause of each. Message Flow Condition Status Alert Messages No flow Pump has been in STOPPED mode for two minutes. STOPPED Primary VTBI has been delivered or the PDP has finished. The pump has switched to a KVO rate of 5 mL/hr or pro- PRI VTBI = 0 grammed rate, whichever is less.
  • Page 34 Message Flow Condition Status Secondary program data is being entered while pump is change running. Pump remains in alert condition until you press PROGRAM SEC START or STOP. No flow An attempt has been made to start the secondary program SEC RATE = 0 with a secondary flow rate of zero.
  • Page 35 Message Flow Condition Status There has been no communication between the device and COM TIMEOUT change the computer for the specified time period. Check for a dis- connected cable or computer problem. To clear this alert, press the OPTIONS key to return the device to computer control, or press SILENCE or PUMP 1 or PUMP 2 to use the pump(s) without the computer.
  • Page 36 Message Flow Condition Status No flow Closed clamp or other blockage upstream of the pump. UPSTREAM OCCLUSION No flow Pump door not fully closed. The door latch must be fully DOOR OPEN lowered to a vertical position. No flow Battery power has been exhausted. Plug device into AC BATTERY LOW outlet to restore operation and recharge battery.
  • Page 37 Note: The last ten alarm codes are stored in memory for each pump. You can review these codes when the pump is powered on and stopped. To recall the stored alarm codes, press simulta- SILENCE TOT VOL/STATUS neously. The alarm code that occurred most recently for each powered-on and stopped pump appears in that pump's message display.

  • Page 38: Technical Specifications

    SPECIFICATION Catalog Code Number 2M8064 Description Dual Channel Linear Peristaltic Volumetric Infusion Pump ® Administration Set Baxter “s” designated sets Keep Vein Open (KVO) 5 mL/hr or programmed rate, whichever is less Rate Nurse Call Available through the COMMUNICATIONS PORT Battery 12 volt, 3.2 ampere-hour sealed lead-acid...
  • Page 39 ITEM SPECIFICATION Air-in-Line Detection Factory set to NORM, which causes the device to alarm on air bubbles approximately 75 µL or larger. The MIN setting causes the device to alarm on air bubbles approximately 50 µL or larger. 7-19-B1-564...

  • Page 40: Configurable Options

    Configurable Options The device has several features which can be selected to best suit the needs of the hospital. The settings for these features are referred to as the configuration. The configura- tion applies to the device as a whole unit, and thus to both pumping channels.
  • Page 41 Configurable Options Item Descriptor Options Factory Setting Occlusion Alarm Level OCCLUSION 1 = LEVEL 1 LEVEL 1 (Pressure increments LEVEL n (approximately 7 psig) which trigger an OC- 2 = LEVEL 2 CLUSION alarm. This (approximately 12 psig) setting is displayed for 3 = LEVEL 3 one second after the self- (approximately 17 psig)
  • Page 42 Configurable Options Item Descriptor Options Factory Setting Maximum Flow Rate MAX RATE 1–1999 mL/hr 1999 mL/hr Maximum VTBI MAX VTBI 1–9999 mL 9999 mL Flow Check Display FLOW 1 = OFF CHECK (The decimal point & TOT VOL/STATUS keys must be pressed to view the Flow Check display) 2 = ON...
  • Page 43 Configurable Options Item Descriptor Options Factory Setting Close Clamp Message CLOSE CLMP 1 = OFF ( CLOSECLAMP appears 2 = ON with DOOR OPEN mes- sage to remind the user to close the I.V. set regu- lating clamp when the pump door is open.) Slide Clamp Loading Op- INS CLAMP...
  • Page 44 Configurable Options Item Descriptor Options Factory Setting Date Setting DATE SET Month/Day/Year Current date for Central Standard Time 7-19-B1-564...

  • Page 45: Warranty And Service Information

    Baxter's sole obligation shall be limited to repair or replacement, at Baxter's option and expense, of the defective part or unit, excluding batteries, for a period of one year following the date of initial delivery. The warranty period for batteries is limited to a period of six months following the date of initial delivery.

  • Page 46: Service Information

    Shipping costs for all units returned to Baxter Healthcare Corporation shall be paid by the customer. The unit must be packed in its original container or in another Baxter ap- proved container that will provide adequate protection dur- ing shipment. To ensure prompt return, a Baxter Product Service representative must be notified before shipping any unit for repair.
  • Page 48 Baxter Healthcare Corporation 07-19-C1-564 Deerfield, IL 60015 USA ©Copyright 1993, 1999, Baxter Healthcare Corporation. All rights reserved.

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