Alaris™ GP (Guardrails™) Volumetric Pump
Operating Precautions
BDDF00535 Issue 1
10/56
Operating Precautions
Infusion Sets
• To ensure correct and accurate operation, only use BD single use infusion sets described in this Directions
For Use.
• It is recommended that infusion sets are changed according to the instructions in the 'Changing the
Infusion Set' section. Carefully read the Directions For Use supplied with the infusion set prior to use.
• Use of non-specified infusion sets may impair the operation of the Pump and the accuracy of the infusion.
• When combining several apparatus and/or instruments with infusion sets and other tubing, for example
via a 3-way tap or multiple infusion, the performance of the Pump may be affected and should be
monitored closely.
• Uncontrolled flow may result if the infusion set is not properly isolated from the patient i.e. closing a tap in
the set or activating an in-line clamp / roller clamp.
• BD infusion sets are fitted with an in-line clamp, which can be used to occlude tubing in case it is required
to stop fluid flow.
• The Pump is a positive pressure pump, which should use infusion sets fitted with Luer lock fittings or
equivalent locking connectors.
• To infuse from a burette, close the roller clamp above the burette and open the clamp on the vent on top
of the burette.
• Discard infusion set if the packaging is not intact or the protector cap is detached. Ensure sets are not
kinked as this may occlude the tubing.
Using Collapsible bags, Glass Bottles & Semi Rigid containers
• It is recommended that the air vent be opened on the Pump sets if using glass bottles or semi-rigid
containers, to reduce the partial vacuum formed as the fluid is infused from the container. This action will
ensure the Pump can maintain volumetric accuracy whilst the container empties. The action of opening
the air vent for semi-rigid containers should take place after the spiking of the container and priming of
the drip chamber.
Steps for the Collapsible bags
Follow steps 1 to 3 as shown for the semi-rigid
containers, however do not open vent as in step
4, but prime the set as per step 5. Ensure the
bag outlet is fully pierced before filling the drip
chamber.
Steps for Semi-rigid containers
4.
5.
3.
2.
Spike the
container
Fill drip
chamber to
fill line
Prime the set by
opening / closing the
roller clamp
1.
Close the
roller clamp
Open the air vent
to allow pressure
equalisation - ready
for infusion
Operating Environment
• Intended environments include general wards, critical and intensive care, operating rooms, accident
and emergency rooms. The Pump may be used in an ambulance environment. Ensure that the Pump
is appropriately attached using the provided pole clamp. The Pump is designed to withstand possible
bumps and vibrations whilst being used in an ambulance, complying with the standard EN 1789. If the
Pump is dropped or experiences any severe physical disturbances, arrange a thorough inspection by
Qualified Service Personnel as soon as is practically possible. The Pump may also be used outside the
ambulance as long as the temperature is within the specified range as stated in the 'Specifications' section
and on the Pump label.
• When using any infusion pump in conjunction with other pumps or devices requiring vascular access,
extra care is advised. Adverse delivery of medication or fluids can be caused by the substantial variation
in pressures created within the fluid channels of such pumps. Typical examples of those pumps are used
during dialysis, bypass or cardiac assist applications.
• The Pump is suitable for use in hospital and clinical environments other than domestic establishments
that have access to single phase AC power supply.
• This Pump is not intended to be used in the presence of a flammable anaesthetic mixture with air or
oxygen or nitrous oxide.
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