Chapter 2 THEORY OF OPERATION
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The main function of the pole clamp is to attach the pump securely to an IV pole. The pole
clamp mounts onto the back of the pump and is held in place by tightening a small
thumbscrew. The jaws of the pole clamp are tightened onto the IV pole by turning a knob.
2.1.3.2 Major Components
The pole clamp knob fits into a slot in the clamp. The clamp is hinged onto the pole clamp
base. A threaded post, called the pole clamp screw, is connected to the clamp base with a
roll pin. The knob threads onto the pole clamp screw and, when turned, causes the clamp
to open or close on its hinge. The pole clamp base is connected by four screws onto the
pole clamp cradle. The IV pole is clamped between the cradle and the clamp part. Two
rubber bumpers glued to the cradle increase the friction between the pole and the cradle.
The pole clamp cradle is connected to the pole clamp mounting plate with one screw. If
this screw is removed, the cradle may be rotated 90 degrees and reconnected. This
feature allows the pole clamp to mount onto horizontal or vertical IV poles. The pole clamp
mounting plate has an integral mounting screw which is hand tightened to connect the pole
clamp to the pump.
2.1.4 IV Pole Loop
2.1.4.1 Overview
The main function of the IV Pole Loop is to allow the pump to hang from a hook on an IV
pole. This loop folds down when not in use, or may be swiveled as required.
2.1.4.2 Major Components
The pivot ring is the loop that allows the pump to hang from an IV Pole. The pivot ring is
attached to the pivot retainer which is allowed to rotate about the pivot mount. The pivot
mount is attached with a screw to the loop mounting plate. The loop mounting plate slides
into grooves in the case and cover during final assembly.
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