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Loading an Infusion Set
Ensure the appropriate Infusion set for the fluid/drug to be infused has been selected.
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Follow the instructions supplied with the individual Infusion set.
Use of non-specified Infusion sets may impair the operation of the pump and the accuracy of the infusion. For
Alaris® GW Volumetric Pump Infusion sets refer to 'Infusion Sets' section of the DFU.
Position the IV fluid container to avoid spillage onto the pump.
Ensure that the tubing is inserted completely into the pumping channel, avoiding any slack.
When using 273-003, 273-003V, 273-303E and 273-303EV Infusion sets, ensure a separation of at least 50cm is
maintained between the pump and the upper Back Check Valve.
1. Close the in-line clamp on the Infusion set. Press the door latch to open the
tubing cover door.
2. Release the flow stop mechanism by pushing the lever arm up and to the right.
3. Avoiding any slack, insert the infusion set from left to right into the slot
provided, following the flow direction label. Make sure that the infusion set is
pressed firmly past the constriction points and into the slots on either side of
the casing.
4. Re-engage the flow stop mechanism by pushing the lever left and down.
5. Close the tubing cover door. Use the recesses in the cover door to press the
door firmly to ensure the latch is correctly applied. Open in-line clamp on the
Infusion set.
6. Observe fluid chamber and check for no fluid flow.
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