• 800TIG2RWN1 To achieve the nominal performance stated in this DFU, BD strongly recommends use of Alaris GW 800 branded dedicated infusion sets . Facilities intending to use non-dedicated infusion sets with the set detection mode disabled are advised to assess performance prior to clinical use .
It is important to ensure that you only refer to the most recent version of the Directions for Use and Technical Service Manual for your BD products. These documents are referenced on bd.com. Paper copies of the Directions For Use can be obtained free of charge by contacting your local BD representative.
Alaris™ GW Volumetric Pumps Features of the Alaris GW 800 Volumetric Pump Features of the Alaris GW 800 Volumetric Pump Mute Indicator Display Indicators Main Display - Alarm Indicator Displays the infusion rate, VTBI, VI and time remaining for VTBI / Time infusions .
Alaris™ GW Volumetric Pumps Controls and Indicators Controls and Indicators Controls Symbol Description ON/OFF button - Press once to switch the Pump on . Press and hold down for approximately 3 seconds to switch the Pump off . Note: Logs are maintained for power down events including when the Pump is powered down or unexpected power loss .
Alaris™ GW Volumetric Pumps Symbol Definitions Symbol Definitions Labelling Symbols: Symbol Description Consult accompanying documents Potential Equalisation (PE) Connector > RS232/Nursecall Connector . Type CF applied part . (Degree of protection against electrical shock) IP32 Protected against direct sprays of water up to 15° from vertical and protected against solid objects greater than 2 .5mm .
. • BD recommends the use of the IVAC® Model 180 Flow Sensor when using sets without anti-siphon valves or the mandatory use of the IVAC® Model 180 Flow Sensor whenever the Pump set detection mode is disabled .
AC mains power supply network that supplies buildings used for domestic purposes . (Consult Technical Service Manual, appropriately trained Qualified Service Personnel or BD for further information) . • This Pump is not intended to be used in the presence of a flammable anaesthetic mixture with air or oxygen or nitrous oxide .
MRI devices . Therefore, the Pump is not considered an MRI compatible Pump as such . If use of the Pump within an MRI environment is unavoidable, then BD highly recommends securing the Pump at a safe distance from the magnetic field outside the identified Controlled Access Area in order to evade any magnetic interference to the Pump;...
BD. BD reserves the right to make changes to the Alaris GW 800 Volumetric Pump without notice which may affect its performance with non-dedicated infusion sets. If adequate performance is not achieved, then Alaris GW 800 branded dedicated infusion sets should be used or the Alaris GW 800 Volumetric Pump should be re-calibrated.
Alaris™ GW Volumetric Pumps Getting Started Pole Clamp Installation A pole clamp is fitted to the rear of the Pump and will provide secure fixing to vertical I .V . poles of a diameter between 15 and 40 mm . 1 .
Alaris™ GW Volumetric Pumps Getting Started Loading an Infusion Set Ensure the appropriate Infusion set for the fluid/drug to be infused has been selected. 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 800 Volumetric Pump Infusion sets refer to 'Infusion Sets' section of the DFU.
Alaris™ GW Volumetric Pumps Getting Started Power On/Off To power up the Pump: 1 . Press the button once and release . 2 . Check: • A high pitch sounder is activated for 3 seconds during this time the main speaker 'beeps' once upon power up sequence . •...
Alaris™ GW Volumetric Pumps Getting Started Priming the Infusion Set Use an infusion set with an anti-siphon valve whenever possible. The anti-siphon valve prevents free flow from occurring if an infusion set is incorrectly loaded or removed from the Pump. Infusion sets with an anti-siphon valve can only be primed when loaded in the Pump.
20 seconds to complete . During this operation the clinician may observe a blood return that will be more evident if using a small catheter . If the Pump fails to detect a correct BD Infusion set or detects a possible set misload, then the Pump will alarm and display refer to 'Alarms' section of this DFU .
Alaris™ GW Volumetric Pumps Starting the Infusion Starting the Infusion When operating the Pump, Users should position themselves at a distance of approximately 0.5 metres from the display. Check: • The Pump is switched on . • The Infusion set has been primed (refer to 'Priming the Infusion Set' section of this DFU) . •...
Alaris™ GW Volumetric Pumps Secondary / Piggyback Infusions Secondary / Piggyback Infusions Secondary (or piggyback) Infusion mode is only available if configured, refer to Configurable Options section of this DFU . Secondary Infusion mode is used to administer an intermittent fluid / drug solution e .g . 4 hourly antibiotic infusion using: •...
Alaris™ GW Volumetric Pumps Basic Features Basic Features Rate Titration 1 . Enter the new infusion rate using the keys . 2 . Press button to confirm the infusion rate . Note: The rate can be increased or decreased without interrupting the infusion . If the new rate selected is not confirmed the Pump will revert to the current rate and no change in the infusion rate will occur.
NOTE: During use of Needle-Free Valve port, fluid may be observed between the housing and blue piston . This fluid does not enter the fluid path and requires no action . NOTE: For product questions or needle-free valve educational materials, contact your BD representative . Consult facility protocols . Consult other organisations that publish guidelines useful in developing facility protocols .
Alaris™ GW Volumetric Pumps Basic Features Clearing Air-In-Line 1 . Press button to silence the air-in-line alarm and put the Pump on hold . 2 . Close the in-line clamp . 3 . Open the door to view the air bubble . NOTE: Air-in-line alarms can be activated by both single bubbles and bubbles accumulated over time .
Alaris™ GW Volumetric Pumps User Selectable Options User Selectable Options To set the user options the Pump must be on or in set-up mode, and the relevant user selectable options are enabled. See also 'Configurable Options' section in this DFU. The Battery Status option is always enabled.
On selected, the Alaris GW 800 Volumetric Pump will not operate unless a flow sensor is connected. *** When using dedicated BD Infusion sets (refer to Compatible Dedicated Infusion Sets section) ensure that the set detection mode is On (Refer to Automatic Set Detection section for more details).
Alaris™ GW Volumetric Pumps Alarms Alarms All Alarms are of a high priority and are indicated by a combination of flashing red beacon, an audible alarm and a message on the display . 1 . Check the display for an alarm message and review table below for cause and action . Press to silence the alarm .
Alaris™ GW Volumetric Pumps Advisories Advisories Advisories alert the user and are indicated by an audible alarm, a message on the display or both . 1 . Check the display for advisory message . Press to silence the alarm . Display Cause Action...
RECOMMENDED Set detection Off** MANDATORY Set detection Off** MANDATORY * Only BD dedicated infusion sets can be used in this mode . ** BD does not recommend the use of other manufacturers’ Infusion Sets Model 180 Flow Sensor Flanges Handles...
The anti-siphon valve prevents free flow from occurring if an infusion set is incorrectly loaded or removed from the Pump. • New sets are continuously being developed for our customers. Please contact your local BD representative for availability. • It is recommended that Infusion sets are changed in accordance with the Directions for Use. Carefully read the Directions For Use supplied with the Infusion set prior to use.
Alaris™ GW Volumetric Pumps Compatible Dedicated Infusion Sets Filter Sets 273-009V 1 .2µm filter set with anti-siphon valve, with 15µm filter in drip chamber . (245 cm) 273-022V 0 .2µm filter set with anti-siphon valve, with 15µm filter in drip chamber . (245 cm) Burette Sets 273-103EV Burette set with 1 SmartSite Valve Y port and anti-siphon valve .
Alaris™ GW Volumetric Pumps Compatible Non-Dedicated Infusion Sets Oncology Sets MFX273-950E Oncology set with five SmartSite Valve Y ports . (265 cm) MFX273-951E Oncology set with three SmartSite Valve Y ports . (261 cm) MFX273-952E Amber Oncology set with five SmartSite Valve Y ports . (265 cm) MFX273-954E Amber Oncology set with three SmartSite Valve Y ports .
Technical Service Manual . Any use of battery packs that are not manufactured by BD in the Alaris Volumetric Pump is at your sole risk, and BD does not provide any warranty for or endorsement on any battery packs that are not manufactured by BD . BD product warranty shall not apply in the event the Alaris Volumetric Pump has suffered damage or premature wear, or malfunctions or otherwise operates incorrectly, as a result of use with a battery pack that is not manufactured by BD .
Alaris™ GW Volumetric Pumps Cleaning and Storage Cleaning and Storage Cleaning the Pump Before the transfer of the Pump to a new patient and periodically during the use, clean the Pump by wiping over with a lint-free cloth lightly dampened with warm water and a standard disinfectant / detergent solution . Do not use the following disinfectant types: •...
Alaris™ GW Volumetric Pumps Specifications Specifications Electrical/Mechanical Safety Complies with IEC/EN60601-1 and IEC/EN60601-2-24 . Electro Magnetic Compatibility (EMC) Complies with IEC/EN60601-1-2 and IEC/EN60601-2-24 . Electrical Safety IEC/EN 60601-1 - Typical earth leakage current 40µA . Potential Equalisation Conductor The function of the Potential Equalisation Connector (Conductor) is to provide a direct connection between the Pump and the potential equalisation busbar of the electrical installation .
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Alaris™ GW Volumetric Pumps Specifications Battery Specifications Rechargeable NiMH (Nickel Metal Hydride) . Automatically charges when the Pump is connected to AC power . Battery Life: • 10 hours at 25 ml/h • 4 .5 hours at 999 ml/h Battery Charging - 95% charge - < 24 hours (all conditions) . Alarm Conditions SYSTEM ERROR UPSTREAM OCCLUSION...
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Pump and the accuracy of the infusion. In no event shall BD be liable for any damages of any kind or nature, including without limitation, direct or indirect,...
Alaris™ GW Volumetric Pumps IrDA, RS232 and Nurse Call Specification IrDA, RS232 and Nurse Call Specification RS232 / IrDA Feature The RS232 / IrDA feature is a standard feature on Alaris GW 800 Volumetric Pump . It allows the Pump to be monitored remotely via a suitable central monitoring or computer system .
Alaris™ GW Volumetric Pumps Trumpet and Flow Rate Curves Trumpet and Flow Rate Curves In this Pump, as with all infusion systems, the action of the pumping mechanism and variations cause short-term fluctuations in rate accuracy . The following curves show typical performance of the system in two ways: 1) the accuracy of fluid delivery over various time periods is measured (trumpet curves), and 2) the delay in onset of fluid flow when infusion commences (start-up curves) .
Alaris™ GW Volumetric Pumps Technical Description Technical Description The following details outline the basic safety checks designed into the Pump to minimise the possibility of under or over infusions . Power on Self-Tests The Pump is single fault tolerant, which means the Pump will either stop and alarm, or continue to infuse uninterrupted as a result of a single fault failure .
A comprehensive list of spare parts for this Pump is included within the Technical Service Manual . The Technical Service Manual BDTM00006 is now available in electronic format on the World Wide Web at :- bd .com/int-alaris-technical A username and password are required to access our manuals . Please contact a local customer services representative to obtain login details .
Alaris™ GW Volumetric Pumps Contact Us Contact Us For full contact information please refer to bd .com . Customer Service Information Country Telephone email Australia Freephone: 1 800 833 372 au-customerservice@carefusion .com Belgium +32 (0) 2 267 38 99 info .belux@bd .com...