Contents Page Introduction ............................About This Manual ..........................Features of the Pump ........................Controls & Indicators ......................... Symbol Definitions ..........................Main Display Features ........................Operating Precautions ........................Getting Started ..........................Basic Features ............................ Alarms ..............................Configured Options ........................... Drugs and Protocol Record ....................... Specifications .............................
Introduction The IVAC® PCAM® Syringe Pump (herein after referred to as "pump") system allows a patient to maintain a consistent level of pain relief by providing self administration of a clinician-prescribed dose of analgesic as and when it is required. When the hand set is operated and the demand is within the parameters set by the clinician, the pump will automatically administer a precise bolus dose of analgesic.
Features of the Pump LOCK 2 (on side of case) Display START COVER PURGE LOCK 1 STOP PLUS/MINUS PRINT RS232 Connector Handset ARROW Connector HISTORY 1000DF00135 Iss. 2 3/32...
Controls & Indicators Controls: Description Symbol START button - Press to start the infusion. The green LED will flash during infusion. STOP button - Press to put the infusion on hold. The amber LED will be lit while on hold. PURGE button - Press and hold both buttons to purge the extension set during set up.
Symbol Definitions Labelling Symbols: Symbol Description Attention (Consult accompanying documents) Potential Equalisation (PE) Connector RS232/Nurse call Connector (Optional) Class II Equipment Type CF applied part (Degree of protection against electrical shock) Protected against splashing fluid (degree of protection against fluid ingress) Alternating Current Device complies with the requirements of the EC Directive 93/42/EEC.
Main Display Features Main Display Current Protocol Pump Status Volume Infused Time ( Mass/ Volume) PCA AVAILABLE 13:07 Pumping DEMANDS DRUG INFUSED Pressure Icon* 1 . 0 μ g PCA Demand TOTAL 0 . 1 m l Status GOOD Maximum Dose Icon* IVAC 50 ml...
However, it may be used in domestic establishments under the supervision of Medical professionals with additional necessary appropriate measures. (Consult Technical Service Manual, appropriately trained technical personnel or Cardinal Health 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.
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Operating Precautions (continued) Electromagnetic Compatibility & Interference • This pump is protected against the effects of external interference, including high energy radio frequency emissions, magnetic fields and electrostatic discharge (for example, as generated by electrosurgical and cauterising equipment, large motors, portable radios, cellular telephones etc.) and is designed to remain safe when unreasonable levels of interference are encountered.
Getting Started Initial Set-up Before operating the pump read this Directions For Use manual carefully. 1. Check that the pump is complete, undamaged and that the voltage rating specified on the label is compatible with your AC power supply. 2. Items supplied are: IVAC®...
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Getting Started (continued) Loading a Syringe Only use a syringe of the type stated on the pump or in this manual. Using an incorrect syringe could adversely affect the accuracy of the infusion and the performance of the pump. When initially loading the syringe, allow for the volume of fluid contained in the extension set and retained in the syringe at the end of infusion as this “dead-space”...
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Getting Started (Continued) Starting the Pump 1. AC POWER - Connect pump to AC power supply using the AC power cable. Note: the pump will operate on an internal battery when not connected to an AC power source for a limited time. 2.
Basic Features Purge button allows the delivery of a limited volume of fluid in order to purge the extension set prior to being connected to a patient. PURGE can only be operated with the cover opened and LOCK 1 in the RUN position. Press the buttons together until fluid flows and priming of the syringe extension set is complete.
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Basic Features (Continued) Patient History Each time the pump is switched ON it will ask if this is a new patient. Pressing YES will provide opportunity to re-set patient history. Pressing NO continues with the current protocol and retains all protocol records, event history, graphs etc. The pump will retain the events in a rolling memory.
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Basic Features (Continued) Event Log Record of events since "NEW PATIENT" selected. Including, protocol selection and changes, patient demands etc. The event log will also record all alarms. All events are recorded against date, clock and total drug infused. 1. To access the Event Log press the button four times.
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Basic Features (Continued) Pre-Set PCA Protocols Operation of the pump is greatly simplified by the use of PRE-SET PCA protocols. When LOCK 1 is turned to the SET position the pump will automatically display pre-set PROTOCOL A if NEW PATIENT has been selected or display the previous protocol in use if NEW PATIENT has not been selected.
Alarms Alarms are indicated by a combination of an audible alarm, flashing amber STOP light and a descriptive message in the display. 1. First press the MUTE softkey to silence the alarm for a maximum of 2 minutes, then check the display for an alarm message. Press cancel the alarm message.
Configured Options This menu comprises a list of options which are configurable by the user. 1. Whilst holding down the button turn the pump ON. 2. The main display will show 000. Enter the access code for Configured Options using the buttons, pressing NEXT to move through the digits.
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Configured Options (Continued) General Options (continued) Option Description 16. Continuous Print YES - Allows printing of events as they happen. NO - Continuous printing disabled. 17. Default Syringe buttons to select the default syringe brand. 18. Lock syringe type YES - Syringe type locked to default syringe. NO - Syringe type not locked to default syringe.
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Configured Options (Continued) Drug Names and Safety Limits If enabled in General Options, a drug can be configured in either Mass or Volume dosing mode. If this option is disabled, all drugs and protocols are computed in dose units of mass. On all drug parameter screens except DRUG name, press BACK to return to the previous parameter.
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Configured Options Record General Options Enter the pump-specific information for your records on a copy of this page. Option Range Default Setting ICONS ON DISPLAY YES/NO PROTOCOLS IN USE 1 - 10 MODIFY PROTOCOL YES/NO HANDSET MODE A / B / C DELAYED CALLBACK YES/NO DISPLAY SLEEP...
Specifications CONCENTRATION RANGE: OPERATION MODE: 1μg/ml - 999μg/ml in 1μg/ml steps Continuous 1.0mg/ml - 99.9mg/ml in 0.1mg/ml steps CRITICAL VOLUME: VOLUME MODE: The maximum over infusion which can occur in the event of a single fault condition is 0.8ml for 20ml, 30ml and 50ml syringes and 1.5ml for a 100ml Concentration can also be set OFF, in which case no mass data is displayed.
Occlusion Pressure Limits The following tables show the worst case values for line pressure, time to alarm and bolus volume that can be expected in the event of an occlusion when ® the IVAC 50ml syringe and G40020B extension set are selected. Maximum Time to Nominal Occlusion Maximum Infusion...
Compatible Extension Sets The pump uses standard, single-use, disposable extension sets and syringes with Luer-lock connectors. The user is responsible for verifying the suitability of a product used if it is not recommended by Cardinal Health. Standard Sets G40015 Standard PVC Syringe Extension Set (150 cm).
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Compatible Extension Sets (Continued) The pump uses standard, single-use, disposable extension sets and syringes with Luer-lock connectors. The user is responsible for verifying the suitability of a product used if it is not recommended by Cardinal Health. Patient Controlled Analgesia ( PCA) Sets 30822 PVC Syringe Extension Set with clamp (152 cm).
All preventative and corrective maintenance and all such activities shall be performed at a compliant work place in accordance with the information supplied. Cardinal Health will not be responsible should any of these actions be performed outside the instructions or information supplied by Cardinal Health.
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If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your Cardinal Health affiliate office or distributor for further information.
RS232 and Nurse Call Specification RS232 / Nurse Call Feature RS232 / Nurse Call Connection Data The RS232 / Nurse call feature is a feature on Alaris® Syringe Pumps. Nurse call Specification - It allows the pump to be monitored remotely and/or controlled via Connector D Type - 9 Pin a suitable central monitoring or computer system.
Trumpet Curves & Start-up Curves In this pump, as with all infusion systems, the action of the pumping mechanism and variations in individual syringes cause short-term fluctuations in rate accuracy. The following curves show typical performance of the system in two ways: 1) the delay in onset of fluid flow when infusion commences (start-up curves), and 2) the accuracy of fluid delivery over various time periods is measured (trumpet curves).
Service Contacts For service contact your local Affiliate Office or Distributor. Cardinal Health, Cardinal Health, Cardinal Health, Cardinal Health PO Box 5527, Pascalstr. 2, Via Ticino 4, 10221 Wateridge Circle, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. 52499 Baesweiler, 50019 Sesto Fiorentino, San Diego, CA 92121, Tel: (971) 4 28 22 842 Deutschland.
(A) repaired by anyone other than an authorised Cardinal Health service representative; (B) altered in any way so as to affect, in Cardinal Health’s judgement the stability or reliability of the product or has had the product’s serial or lot number altered, effaced or removed;...
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