Preparing Administration Set (Pump Module); Loading - Cardinal Health Alaris Directions For Use Manual

Preparing Administration Set (Pump Module)

For instructions on how to go from checking in a Pump Module
to preparing it for an infusion setup, see "General Setup and
Operation".
1. If a new set is being loaded, prime set (see "Priming"
procedure).
2. Open Pump Module door.
3. Load administration set, as follows:
a. Hold upper fitment above fitment
recess and lower into recess.
b. Ensure tubing is not twisted.
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Alaris System (with v9 Model 8000) DFU
Pump and Syringe Modules Section

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FU
RATE (mL/h)
CHANNEL
SELECT
PAUSE
CHANNEL
OFF
RESTART
WARNINGS
• To prevent a potential free-flow
condition, ensure no extraneous
object (for example, bedding,
tubing, glove) is enclosed or
caught in the Pump Module door.
• Administration Sets:
Use only Pump Module/
♦
Gemini Infusion System
administration sets. The use
of any other set may cause
improper instrument operation,
resulting in an inaccurate
fluid delivery or other
potential hazard. For a list
of compatible sets, reference
the Set Compatibility Card
(provided separately).
Discard if packaging is not
♦
intact or protector caps are
unattached.
CAUTIONS
• Before operating instrument,
verify that administration set is
free from kinks and installed
correctly in instrument.
• Insert upper fitment before
installing safety clamp* fitment.
• When reloading an
administration set, leave the
safety clamp* fitment in the
closed position (see "General
Information", "Safety Clamp
Fitment").
* "Safety clamp" is referred to on
the device as "Flo-Stop".
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