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User Manual Alaris™ System (with Alaris™ PC unit, Model 8015) Supports Guardrails™ Suite MX with Guardrails™ Point-Of-Care software and v9.17 Operating System software. November 2014 Alaris ™ ™ Guardrails % SpO 2 RATE (mL/h) RATE (mL/h) RATE (mL/h) PULSE (BPM) CHANNEL CHANNEL SELECT...
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(Product return and order placement.) Phone: +61 1800 110 511 E-mail: customerservice-au@carefusion.com Customer Care - New Zealand (Product return and order placement.) Phone: +64 (0) 508 422 734 E-mail: nz.customers@carefusion.com ™ Alaris System User Manual – with v9.17 Model 8015...
Introduction The Alaris PC unit section of this User Manual provides WARNING procedures and information applicable to the Alaris System and Read all instructions before using the PC unit. Each of the other major sections provides product- the Alaris System. specific procedures and information.
Introduction (Continued) Information about an Alert that occurs during use is stored within the PC unit, and can be accessed using the Guardrails™ CQI Reporter software. Documentation provided with Alaris System products might reference product not present in your facility or not yet available for sale in your area.
Introduction (Continued) DEFINED TERMS: (Continued) Product/Feature Defined Term Alaris™ SpO module module Alaris™ Syringe module Syringe module Alaris™ System Maintenance System Maintenance Alaris™ Systems Manager Systems Manager Guardrails™ alert Alert Guardrails™ clinical advisory Clinical Advisory Guardrails™ CQI Reporter CQI Reporter Guardrails™...
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Installation Instruments are tested and calibrated before they are packaged for shipment. To ensure proper operation after shipment, it is recommended that an incoming inspection be performed before placing the instrument in use. Prior to placing the Alaris System in use: Perform check-in procedure using System Maintenance software.
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Alaris PC Unit Model 8015 Alaris ™ ™ Guardrails SILENCE SYSTEM OPTIONS ENTER CLEAR CANCEL ™ Alaris System User Manual – with v9.17 Model 8015 Section...
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Table of Contents Getting Started Introduction............................. 1-1 General Setup and Operation Attach and Detach Module ........................1-3 Attach Module..........................1-3 Detach Module ..........................1-4 Add Module While System is Powered On..................1-5 Start-Up ..............................1-5 Power On System........................... 1-5 Respond to Maintenance Reminder ....................1-7 Adjust Display Contrast ........................
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Messages ............................1-49 Storage..............................1-51 Battery Care and Maintenance....................... 1-51 Battery Type and Charging......................1-51 Battery Charge ..........................1-51 Battery Care ........................... 1-52 Battery Cautions and Disposal ....................... 1-52 Inspection Requirements........................1-53 ™ 1-ii Alaris System User Manual – with v9.17 Model 8015 PC Unit Section...
Getting Started Introduction This section of the User Manual provides PC unit (Model WARNING 8015) and Alaris System instructions and information. It is used , including those in conjunction with: Read all instructions for the attached module(s) and • PC Unit/ Pump Module Technical Service Manual applicable accessories, before using the Alaris System.
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Introduction (Continued) Alarms, Errors, Messages: See "Troubleshooting and Maintenance" for specific PC unit alarms, errors and messages. Contraindications: None known. Electromagnetic Environment: See "Appendix" section of this User Manual ("Regulations and Standards," "Compliance"). ™ Alaris System User Manual – with v9.17 Model 8015 PC Unit Section...
General Setup and Operation Attach and Detach Module Modules can be attached to either side of the PC unit or to either side of another module. The process to attach or detach is the same for either side, whether attaching/detaching to/from a PC unit or another module.
Attach and Detach Module (Continued) Attach Module (Continued) Rotate free module down against PC unit or attached WARNING module until release latch snaps in place. When properly secured/snapped, the provides a very secure release latch connection between modules. If not properly latched, a module can be dislodged during operation.
Attach and Detach Module (Continued) Add Module While System is Powered On Add module as described in "Attach Module." • System tests module, causing all LED segments and indicator lights of displays to illuminate briefly. • Appropriate module identification display (A, B, C, or D) illuminates.
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Start-Up (Continued) Power On System (Continued) • If either of the following conditions is observed, PC unit or affected attached module must be removed from use and inspected by qualified personnel: ◦ System fails any part of self test. ◦...
Start-Up (Continued) Respond to Maintenance Reminder If the Preventive Maintenance (PM) Reminder option is enabled MAINTENANCE REMINDER and the PC unit or an attached module is due for preventive Module(s) due for routine preventive maintenance: maintenance, a message appears MAINTENANCE REMINDER Module A: YYYY-MM-DD at power up.
Start-Up (Continued) Adjust Display Contrast (Continued) To adjust display for optimum viewing, use Lighter/Darker System Options soft keys. Display Contrast To return to main screen, press soft key. ® Lighter CONFIRM Darker >Adjust Display to Desired Contrast CONFIRM Select New Patient and Profile Options The following procedures assume the Profiles feature is enabled.