Insert The Cartridge, Adapter And Infusion Set; Connect The Cartridge, Adapter And Infusion Set - Accu-Chek Spirit User Manual

Prepare the pump for use

5.3 Insert the cartridge, adapter and infusion set

Note Prior to changing the cartridge, adapter and infusion set,
care should be taken to ensure that your insulin pump is in
good, working order. See the section 14.1 "System check"
for the inspection checklist.
Free flow of insulin from the cartridge or infusion set can
occur when the cartridge plunger and the piston rod are not
properly connected and you position your insulin pump at
a higher level than the infusion site. Prevent free flow by
correctly inserting the cartridge: move the piston rod to the
proper position and twist the adapter until the cartridge
plunger sits flush with the end plate of the piston rod.
When inserting an approved cartridge and adapter into the
cartridge compartment twist the adapter clockwise until the
adapter sits flush with the cartridge compartment. In this
position the cartridge plunger must also sit flush against
the end plate of the piston rod. This flush fit provides an
additional safety measure to prevent the free flow of insulin
and minimizes the occlusion volume.

5.3.1 Connect the cartridge, adapter and infusion set

Have the following materials ready:
A filled Accu-Chek 3.15 ml plastic cartridge with
a luer connection
An Accu-Chek Spirit adapter
A new Accu-Chek infusion set
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