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Removing an Auxiliary Workstation
If the primary Workstation cannot be switched off for whatever reason then the Pumps fitted to the auxiliary
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Workstation can be removed but the auxiliary Workstation must remain on. If the auxiliary Workstation is turned off
or disconnected it may cause the primary Workstation to activate the System Fault Indicator.
1 . On the primary Workstation, press the
2 . On the auxiliary Workstation, press and hold the
3 . Disconnect the ethernet cable from the auxiliary connector (red ethernet port) on the primary Workstation .
4 . Disconnect the ethernet cable from the auxiliary connector on the auxiliary Workstation .
Mounting a Pump
1 . Ensure the Workstation is connected to the AC power and power up sequence has completed successfully
2 . Align the rotating cam on the rear of the Pump with the rectangular bar on the Workstation .
3 . Hold the Pump horizontally, push the Pump firmly onto the rectangular bar .
4 . The Pump should click into position when fitted to the bar .
5 . Ensure that the Pump is positioned securely . Verify Pump is secure by gently pulling the Pump away from the Workstation without
using the release lever . When the Pump is securely attached, it should not come off the Workstation .
When using volumetric pumps with the Workstation, it is recommended that, where possible infusion bags be located on a hanger
directly above the Pump with which they are being used . This minimises the potential for confusion of lines when multiple volumetric
pumps are used .
If a Pump is removed and replaced while the Workstation is operational, it may take up to 10 seconds for the Pump to
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establish AC power and data communications once correctly located on the MDI tile.
Caution:
The location of the Pumps fitted to the Workstation (above or below the patient) may pose a risk of siphoning or over
pressure. Please refer to the appropriate Pump DFU for further details.
Caution:
Before starting an infusion with a volumetric pump check that the infusion set in the Pump is connected to the
correct bag.
Warning: Pump may fall off the Workstation if not properly mounted which could result in user and/or patient harm.
Removing a Pump
1 . Holding the Pump with both hands, push the release lever on the right hand side of the Pump backwards .
2 . Keeping the lever pushed back, pull the Pump horizontally towards you .
3 . Check that the red LED indicator on the MDI tile is extinguished after removal of the Pump .
Caution:
If the indicator in the MDI tile is illuminated when no infusion pump is attached to the MDI tile, suspect a fault with
the MDI tile. Remove the Workstation from service and contact Qualified Service Personnel.
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key once to switch the Workstation off .
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key for approximately four seconds to switch the auxiliary Workstation off .
Rectangular bar
Release lever (push to release)
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Operation of Workstation
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