Information Operating instructions for APPLIX Smart Please read the following instructions before using the pump. Information Intended purpose Indication Contraindications Complications Important notes Description Illustration of the pump Pump holder and pump Attaching the pump to the pump holder Nurse call...
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Information Administration programme Continuous programme Alarms Cleaning the pump Pump and pump holder Pump door Pump mechanism and sensor area Technical information Technical data Operating conditions Warranty Inspection Repair Contact Explanation of symbols Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration Ordering information Valid for software version 5.1. 4137-5_nu_Applix_Smart_GB...
Intended purpose The APPLIX Smart is intended exclusively for enteral feeding. The APPLIX Smart pump is a peristaltic pump delivering enteral nutrition and hydration to the patient through a feeding tube. It can be used with both home patients and hospital patients and is a very simple pump to operate.
The APPLIX Smart may not be operated in areas where there is a risk of explosion. The feeding pump has a BF-classification. To conform with CF requirements in a cardiac environment where the patient has direct cardiac access, keep the pump attached on its holder.
Description DESCRIPTION Illustration of the pump Serial number label Giving set Giving set (Unit number) Pump door Guide rail Door lever Contact pins for connecting to pump holder View from the front View from the rear 4137-5_nu_Applix_Smart_GB...
Description Pump holder and pump The pump can be attached universally, vertically and horizontally to both round and square rails. E.g.: drip stands wheelchairs hospital beds table-top pump stand Insert point for the pole stand to suspend the administration system Pump Pump holder...
Description Nurse call The pump holder provides the opportunity of connecting to a nurse call system. The function is available if the pump is properly engaged in the holder and the holder is connected to the mains. Plug the connecting cable for the nurse call function into the connector on the holder and guide through the lateral cable fixing.
APPLIX Smart - Pump Set VarioLine (product number 7751691) WARNING! Operate the pump only with the appropriate Fresenius Kabi APPLIX giving sets (see Ordering information on p. 42). Otherwise administration problems cannot be ruled out. CAUTION: The fluid in the giving set and the bag/bottle must be within normal temperature conditions: +13°/+40°C.
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Giving set NOTE: When priming the set manually, the steps following step n° 3 above are: 4. Open tube clamp. Prime to the end of the giving set. 5. Close tube clamp. 6. Install the set in the pump to start nutrition administration (see "Installing the giving set in the pump“, page 12 and “starting up the pump”, page 18).
Giving set Installing the giving set in the pump 1. Unlock and open the pump door with the door lever. 2. Insert the tube clamp on the giving set into the pump in accordance with the arrow marking, with the clamp lever pointing upwards. 3.
Keypad KEYPAD Keys Symbol Operation Function On/Off Press key for at least Pump switches on (self-test) or 1 second pump switches off. Automatic Keep key depressed Initially fill giving set with feed priming (600 ml/h). Release key once priming is complete.
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Keypad Keys Symbol Operation Function Keypad lockout All key functions except ON/OFF and START/STOP can be locked or released. Press key Key symbol in display flashes. Set code 7 using top set of arrow keys Press key again Key symbol in display: ...
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Keypad Keys Symbol Operation Function Information Press key briefly The following information is display automatically displayed if the information key is actuated in the sequence described. when option Target volume When administering 1. Volume of feed countdown is not activated feed administered since the pump was last reset.
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Keypad Keys Symbol Operation Function To reset Keep key depressed Reset volume display. Information for 3 seconds display Time set up between 2 alarm The user can select the time signals between two alarm signals (except for reminder and battery pre-alarm).
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Keypad Keys Symbol Operation Function Target volume When programing the countdown option administration with a target volume, the user can choose to display the countdown of the programed target volume during the administration, instead of displaying the target volume programed. Press key Key symbol in display flashes.
Starting up the pump STARTING UP THE PUMP Mains operation With pump holder and 1. Push the pump onto the guide rail of the holder until it clicks. mains lead 2. Plug the mains lead into the mains connector on the holder. (see page 9).
(*) In order to detect an upstream occlusion occurred before starting the pump, the APPLIX Smart delivers a small initial volume at a higher rate, right after START, if the door has been previously opened or an upstream occlusion alarm has been triggered (see Operating conditions p.
Administration programme ADMINISTRATION PROGRAMME Continuous programme Continuous Administering feed at a continuous speed (with activated target volume if appropriate). Parameter Definition of term Setting range Increments Rate: Speed of administration 1… 600 ml/h 1 or 5 ml/h Target volume if Total volume of feed selected.
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Administration programme Press key for 1 second. Switch on pump Press keys until desired amount is reached. Set rate Set target volume if Press both keys simultaneously, the symbol appears. appropriate Press keys individually until desired amount is reached. Press key. Start programme Flashing bars and drops indicate the start of the programme.
Alarms ALARMS LARM FUNCTIONS Every alarm function stops the pump operating. The function is indicated visually by flashing symbols and acoustically. It is possible to vary the volume (see p.14). The loudest setting results in a continuous alarm. Procedure: Stop alarm using the START/STOP key. ...
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Alarms Alarm Symbol Cause Remedy Battery alarm in Plug symbol visible in display mains mode Batteries are defective. Inform personnel who service pumps. Batteries should be changed by authorised engineers only! Plug symbol not visible in display Mains control indicator on Check that mains cable is pump holder does not properly fixed in position and...
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Alarms Alarm Symbol Cause Remedy Battery Plug symbol not visible in display pre-alarm in battery Minimum battery voltage is Connect pump to an operation mode not available. Pre-alarm electrical outlet via the pump sounds at least 30 minutes holder. Recharge battery and before battery alarm and operation of the pump can pump stand by.
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Alarms Alarm Symbol Cause Remedy Line empty Feed container and giving set Continue or end are empty down to the pump. administration and flush giving set. Giving set not adequately Check and release occlusion, filled. if any, between the container and the pump.
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Alarms Alarm Symbol Cause Remedy Giving set Giving set inserted Check position of giving set incorrectly or not at all. above and below the pump mechanism and insert correctly if necessary. Area where clamp is inserted Remove dirt with cloth and is contaminated.
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Alarms AIR ALARM DEACTIVATION ARNING Please check that the condition of the patient is compatible with the accuracy range of ± 10% (between the real administered volume and the programmed volume). For patients who get enteral nutrition parallel to IV insulin administration, the air alarm must not be deactivated.
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Alarms Press "start" to confirm the selected flow rate. The target volume flashes on the display: enter target volume with the bottom arrow keys. Press "start" to confirm the selected target volume. Press "start" to initiate the administration of nutrition. The reminder alarms sound continuously during the selection of flow rate and target volume.
Cleaning the pump CLEANING THE PUMP Clean pump and pump holder as soon as they become contaminated with tube feed or drugs, otherwise clean once a week. Disconnect pump from the mains before cleaning. After cleaning, the unit should be left to dry for approx. 5 minutes before being started or reconnected to the mains.
Cleaning the pump Pump mechanism and sensor area Switch off the pump and remove from the pump holder. Lift the lever on the pump to open the door. Clean the sensor area and the clamp fixture with a damp cloth and soapy water or follow local hospital policy.
Pump holder: 450 g 146 x 162 x 115 mm Disposal For appropriate disposal, at the end of the device life, please contact your local Fresenius Kabi organisation or your local distributor. Protection against Protection class II, symbol electric shock...
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Technical information Electrical supply Mains supply 100-230 V + 10% / 50-60 Hz 15 VA Battery type NiMH 4.8V 1.2Ah / 1.8Ah (Nickel-Metal Hydride) Pump holder output 7.75 V / 800 mA Pump battery mode 24 h at 125 ml/h Equipment group IIa acc.
Technical information Operating conditions Pump, pump holder Operating temperature +13 to +40°C Storage temperature - 20 to +45°C Max. rel. humidity Max. 85%, no condens. Max. operating altitude < 3000 m Attachment size Cylinder shape: 18-36 mm (vertical/horizontal) Square shape: 10x25 mm Deviation of rate Max.
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Technical information APPLIX pump noise Inferior to 35 dB at 400 mL/h. Downstream occlusion alarm Inferior to 2 min at 150 mL/h (with medical water). triggering Alarm level adjustment From 45 dBA to 60 dBA. WARNING! The internal batteries should be changed every 2 years. In case of a prolonged storage period, it is recommended that the battery is removed.
- the pump is operated with the giving sets specified by the manufacturer. Inspection The recommended maintenance interval for the APPLIX Smart and the pump holder is one year. Life cycle of Applix pump: 10 years provided that the maintenance is properly performed as described above.
Homecare enquiries please call: 0808 100 1990 Fresenius Kabi Ireland Unit 3B Fingal Bay Business Park Australian Distributor: Balbriggan Pharmatel Fresenius Kabi Pty Ltd. Co. Dublin Unit 6, 6-18 Bridge Road Ireland Hornsby NSW 2077 Tel: +353 (0) 1841-3030 Australia...
They must be collected separately and disposed off according to local regulations. For further information pertaining to waste processing regulation, contact your local Fresenius Kabi organisation or the local distributor. 4137-5_nu_Applix_Smart_GB...
Technical information Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration MEDICAL ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT needs special precautions regarding EMC and needs to be installed and put into service according to the EMC information provided below in table 201/202/204/206. – TABLE 201 LECTROMAGNETIC EMISSIONS The APPLIX pump is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The user of the APPLIX pump make sure it is used in such an environment.
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Technical information – TABLE 202 LECTROMAGNETIC IMMUNITY The APPLIX pump is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The user of the APPLIX pump should make sure it is used in such an environment. Compliance IEC 60601-1-2 Immunity test level obtained Electromagnetic environment - guidance Test level...
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Technical information – TABLE 204 LECTROMAGNETIC IMMUNITY The pump is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The user of the pump should make sure it is used in such an environment. IEC 60601-1-2 Compliance level Immunity test Electromagnetic environment - guidance obtained by the device Test level...
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Technical information ECOMMENDED SEPARATION DISTANCES BETWEEN PORTABLE AND APPLIX P – MOBILE COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT AND THE TABLE 206 The APPLIX pump is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled. The user of the APPLIX pump can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF communications equipment (transmitters) and the APPLIX pump as recommended below, according to the maximum output power of the communication equipment.
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