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Priming Pump Sets WITH a Drip Chamber Using the PURGE Key
WARNING: Failure to use the anti-siphon valve may result in unrestricted
flow.
ALWAYS set the Air Sensitivity to either ON or 2mL when
using vented drip chambers.
1
Push down on the flow stop
is in the open (priming) position.
2
Close the CAIR® (roller) clamp.
3
Insert the piercing pin into the container. Suspend the
container on an I.V. Pole.
4
Squeeze the drip chamber until filled halfway.
5
Open the CAIR
6
Insert the cassette into the cassette pocket. Refer to
"Loading the Cassette" on page 26.
7
Press [
PURGE
[
].
YES/ENTER
d
8
Press and hold [
Note: Purge rate is 250 mL/hr. The pump purges for up to 2 minutes each time you press
and hold [
PURGE
Continue using the PURGE key until fluid fills the tubing. Ensure all air is removed
from the container, cassette, and tubing.
CAUTION: When priming is complete, ensure no fluid flows at the distal end of the
pump set. If flow is observed, DO NOT use the pump set.
9
Connect the pump set to the patient-access device
Abbott GemStar Manual 430-600095-002 (Rev. 8/02)
to ensure the cassette
(roller) clamp.
®
].
displays. Press
PRIME THE SET?
].
PURGE
].
System Setup
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