1. Introduction
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 GENERAL
The Arena Hemodialysis Instrument, hereinafter called the
Instrument, is comprised of the components required to perform an
automated hemodialysis treatment according to the product
specifications. It combines the functions necessary for a dialysis
treatment with volumetric ultrafiltration control, bicarbonate
dialysis and profiled sodium, bicarbonate and ultrafiltration.
This manual provides readily available information regarding care,
theory of operation, preventive maintenance, calibrations,
troubleshooting, and repairs for the Instrument.
This service manual is a support document for properly trained
service and maintenance personnel on the Instrument. It is not
intended to be used by anyone who has not received formal
training on the Instrument.
A glossary of terms and abbreviations used in this manual is
included in Section 29.
The service technician must:
• Have a basic knowledge of electronics and hydraulics.
• Have a basic knowledge of troubleshooting and preventive
maintenance techniques.
• Be thoroughly familiar with the contents of the operator's
and service manuals.
• Be sufficiently trained in the operation and maintenance of
this Instrument and able to distinguish normal from
aberrant Instrument behavior.
• Be certified by Baxter as trained to service Arena
Instruments.
The Instrument must:
• Be in good working order and certified as such by the
attending physician.
• Be operated only in accordance with the Instrument
specifications listed by Baxter and with the operating
instructions contained within the Instrument operator's
manual and Instrument labeling. The attending physician is
responsible for any changes to the procedures.
157-1278-896, Rev A 1-3
March 2004
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