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Chapter 6
BATTERY OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
INTENDED USE
The battery module of Space guaranties operation independent of AC power when
transporting patients within the facility. The wireless battery module contains a
wireless transceiver module to allow data transmission during these transports or
when connected to AC power.
6.1 General
The Infusomat® Space is equipped with the latest Li-Ion battery. The device is
equipped with protection against overcharge and deep depletion.
The battery pack is charged by the pump when connected to AC power. When
disconnected from power or in case of power failure, the pump automatically switches
to battery power.
Note: Prior to a prolonged storage of the pump (> 5 months) the battery pack must be
completely charged and then removed from the pump.
If the battery symbol on the display is blinking while con
nected to AC power, the
battery is either discharged or has a reduced capacity and pump must remain plugged
in while in use. When the battery symbol blinks permanently (>1h), the battery must
be checked by a technician and replaced if necessary.
Directions for optimal battery use:
The actual battery life may vary due to
•
ambient temperature
•
varying load (e.g. frequent boluses).
The optimal lifetime of a battery pack will only be reached if it's completely
discharged from time to time. A maintenance mode which conducts this battery
maintenance is built in. This function should be activated once a month. Furthermore:
•
If possible, only charge the battery if it has been completely discharged.
•
If a battery, which is not completely discharged, is charged several times, its
capacity can be reduced. Its original capacity can be reached again if the
battery is completely discharged and then recharged.
•
Under normal temperature conditions a battery can be charged and discharged
approximately 500 times before its lifetime decreases.
•
When the pump is not connected to AC power the battery discharges itself
slowly. This can occur even when the pump is not operating. The original
capacity will o
nly be reached after several cycles of charging and discharging.
•
The battery operating time can be realized if the pump operates continuously
with a fully charged battery at room temperature. The display of the battery
operating time on the pump is an approximate value based on the current
delivery rate. If the battery is aged it may differ from the actual
achievable operating time.
The wire
less is only available when using a battery module with a wireless
transceiver (article code 8713182U) and the wireless function is activated via
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