BD Alaris GP - Getting Started: Initial Setup and Power; Initial Setup and Power Input; Factory Default Data Set

Alaris™ GP (Guardrails™) Volumetric Pump
Getting Started
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Getting Started
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Before operating the Pump read this Directions For Use (DFU) manual carefully.
Initial Set Up
1. Check that the Pump is complete, undamaged and that the voltage rating specified on the label is compatible with your AC power
supply.
2. Items supplied are :
• Alaris GP or Alaris GP Guardrails Volumetric Pump • Directions For Use (CD)
• AC Power Cable (as requested) • Protective Packaging
• Alaris Editor Software and/or Alaris Transfer Tool - per hospital • Electronic Instructions For Use Insert
3. Connect the Pump to the AC power supply for at least 2½ hours to ensure that the internal battery is charged (verify that the
S is
lit).
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• The Alaris Editor software can be used to create an approved data set that can be uploaded into the Pump.
However, a default data set is already installed in the Pump (See details below).
• The Pump will automatically operate from its internal battery if the Pump is switched on without being connected
to the power supply.
• Should the Pump fail to perform correctly, replace in its original protective packaging, where possible and contact
Qualified Service Personnel for investigation.
Power Input
The Pump is powered from the AC supply through a standard IEC AC connector. When connected to the AC supply the AC Power
indicator is illuminated.
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• To isolate the Pump from AC supply remove the AC connector from the source socket.
• The Pump should be positioned to allow access for disconnecting the AC connector.
Factory Default Data Set
The Pump is supplied with the following factory default data set:
Parameter Factory Default Setting Default Units Enabled for Dosing Only:
AC Fail Warning Enabled µg/min
Audio Volume Medium µg/24h
Alarm Volume Adjustable Disabled mg/24h
Occlusion Alarm Pressure L5 unit/24h
Pressure Max L8 mmol/24h
Rate Titration Disabled ml/kg/min
Infusion Rate Max 1200ml/h ng/kg/h
Rate Lock Disabled µg/kg/min
Bolus Mode Hands-On Only µg/kg/h
Bolus Rate Default
500ml/h
mg/kg/min
Bolus Rate Max 1200ml/h mg/kg/h
Bolus Volume Max 5ml g/kg/min
Weight Default 1kg unit/kg/min
Weight Soft Min* 1kg mmol/kg/min
Weight Soft Max* 150kg mmol/kg/h
AIL Limit 100µl
Primary VTBI Max 9999ml
Secondary Infusion Disabled
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• Refer to 'Display of Units' section of this DFU for configurable units.
• The default data set does not have drug related Guardrails limits. To set the limits use the Alaris Editor software.
Care should be taken when specifying the Guardrails limits.
* Only available on the Alaris GP Guardrails Volumetric Pump.