Section 3: Operating The Pump; Starting The Pump; Stopping The Pump - SIMS Deltec CADD-Legacy PLUS Operator's Manual

3.0 Operating the Pump

Starting the Pump

When you start the pump, programmed values will be automatically
reviewed. Then fluid delivery will begin as programmed, and
"RUN" will appear on the main screen. If the pump will not start, a
message will appear on the display. Refer to the Messages and
Alarms Table in Section 5.
WARNING: Prior to starting infusion, inspect the fluid path for
kinks, a closed clamp, or other upstream obstructions, and remove
all air to prevent air embolism. An undetected upstream occlusion
may result in under- or non-delivery of medication, and, depending
upon the type of medication being delivered, could result in death
or serious injury to the patient. Air embolism could result in death
or serious injury to the patient.
To start the pump
1. Press and hold
Three sets of dashes appear on the display; then they disap-
pear one-by-one, each accompanied by a single beep.
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2. Release
pump beeps. All of the programming screens appear for
your review one after the other.

Stopping the Pump

Stopping the pump stops delivery. When the pump is stopped,
STOPPED will appear on the main screen, and you will hear three
beeps every 5 minutes.
To stop the pump
1. Press and hold
⁄
.
after the last set of dashes disappears, and the
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