Volumetric Accuracy - CareFusion Alaris GP Technical & Service Manual

Volumetric Accuracy

This test can be done as part of the PVP Work Flow or in the calibration menu.
1. Load the Infusion Set (60793) into the Pump and set-up as shown in Figure 3-2
below and adjust the fluid level so that the meniscus is level with the zero mark.
2. Press START to begin. Test will run and fluid will be delivered into the burette.
3. When Volume delivered! is displayed, check accumulated air in line value
is less than 100µl then enter the volume delivered into the burette using the
f keys and the OK softkey. If accumulated air in line value is greater
than 100µl then repeat test.
4. If no calibration is required then press
5. If the Calibration value is changed automatically then press
steps 2 to 4.
6. If the pump still fails replace the Platen and Fingers then repeat the calibration
procedure.
Figure 3 - 2 Volumetric Accuracy Equipment Set Up
PASS to confirm and exit.
VERIFY and repeat
1000SM00013 Iss. 4
Alaris® GP Volumetric Pump
VOLUMETRIC CALIBRATION
Rate
VTBI
Cal Value
Acc'd Air
START to begin...
QUIT
450 mm
± 20 mm
A aris
GP
38/80
Preventative Maintenance
125ml/h
20.0ml
920
0µl
DETAILS START