Vein Replacement - Gaumard S402.100 User Manual

VEIN REPLACEMENT

To replace the veins used in the arm, follow the
instructions listed below:
1. Gather the following items:
• Replacement vein set
• Talcum powder
• Clear tape
2. Refer to the "Skin Replacement" section
above to remove the skin prior to start this
section.
3. Remove the tape holding the veins in place.
4. To replace the veins gently pull to separate
them from the white elbow connectors as shown
below.
5. Disconnect the veins to be replaced from
the arm.
6. Remove the black rings from the veins.
7. Locate the replacement vein set.
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8. Measure and cut the new veins to be
installed.
9. Place the black rings on either end of the
replacement veins.
10. Position the replacement veins within
their designated channel on the arm, as shown
below.
11. Slide the replacement vein tubing ends
onto their respective tubing connector, and
secure them in place by sliding the black ring
over the connector barb.
12. If replacing the vein tubes that connect to
the A&V and Fistula inserts, secure the female
connector in the respective end of the tube.
13. Follow the same instructions to replace
the veins from the dorsum of the hand.