Plasma Pump Error - Gambro Cobe Spectra Essentials Manual

PLASMA PUMP ERROR!

PLASMA PUMP ERROR! Check for proper
loading or leaks.
Alarm LED is red. Pumps stop.
Probable Cause
Return pressure sensor not correctly loaded in the sensor
housing
Plasma, return, or RBC valve incorrectly loaded
Male/female luer not connected
Incorrect disposable tubing set selected during data entry
Plasma line occluded
Plasma line inadvertently placed in the RBC valve housing
Leak in disposable tubing set
Return Flow Controller incorrectly set
Leak at the return pressure sensor pod seal
Pump, valve, or sensor malfunction
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COBE Spectra™ Apheresis System • Essentials Guide
CONTINUE
Ensure the return pressure sensor is correctly loaded in the return pressure sensor housing. See
"Repositioning the Return Pressure Sensor Diaphragm" on page 11-10. Press CONTINUE.
Ensure the valves are loaded correctly. Press CONTINUE.
Connect the luer according to the disposable tubing set in use.
Press CHANGE MODE, press 1 to select "Load Set," choose the correct disposable tubing set, reprime the set.
Ensure the plasma line is not kinked, twisted, or pinched, and that there is fluid in the line. Press CONTINUE.
Remove the plasma line from the RBC valve housing and place the RBC line in the RBC valve. Press
CONTINUE.
Check the disposable tubing set for leaks. If the set does not leak, press CONTINUE. If the set leaks, replace it
with a new set and prime the set.
If the alarm recurs, replace the disposable tubing set.
Ensure the Return Flow Controller is completely in prime position.
Check the return pressure sensor pod seal for wear or damage. Replace if necessary. For instructions, see
"Changing pressure pod seals" on page 10-4.
Note the alarm message. Discontinue the procedure. Notify a qualified service technician of the alarm
message.
To retry the plasma pump test, press CONTINUE.
This alarm occurs only during Prime mode if the plasma pump fails to
generate an expected pressure increase at the return pressure sensor.
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Action
Note: For instructions on repositioning the diaphragm and reloading the return pressure sensor,
see "Repositioning the Return Pressure Sensor Diaphragm" on page 11-10.
General Alarms and Troubleshooting
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