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Recirculation
When priming is complete, the option for Recirculation will appear.
1. Press Recirculation.
2. Connect the patient ends of the bloodlines using the recirculation
connector. Ensure both patient bloodline clamps are open.
3. Check that the clamps on the infusion line are open.
4. Start the blood pump.
5. Adjust the level of saline in the venous drip chamber using the
adjustment knob, as necessary. The level should be well above the air
detector sensor head.
6. When recirculation is complete, prior to stopping the blood pump,
ensure:
- Dialyzer is in treatment position (arterial end up)
- Machine is not in Concentrate Standby Mode
- Dialysate path is green
HOW TO USE AK 98