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Gambro AK 96 User Manual

Gambro AK 96
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Important Information
Concerning this manual; Operator’s Manual, AK 96 Dialysis machine, Program version 3.xx,
Rev 12.2010
Dear operator,
The exterior of the machine that you are using might be different in appearance from the
exterior described in this manual. If there is a difference, this is because you are using a
previous version of the machine.
Whenever this asterix symbol appears in the manual, it indicates that it is the previous
version of the machine.
The differences are to be found in chapter 2 and 4.
Machine in this manual Previous version of the machine

Table of Contents

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Gambro AK 96 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeHemodialysis Machine
ModelAK 96
Power Supply100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
ManufacturerGambro
Intended UseHemodialysis treatment for patients with renal failure
Ultrafiltration Rate0-4000 mL/h
UF Rate0 - 4.0 L/hr

Summary

Chapter 1: Before you get started - General Information

General Precautions before use

Provides essential safety guidelines and warnings before operating the machine.

Intended Use

Defines the purpose and scope of the AK 96 dialysis machine's application.

Safety Philosophy

Details the safety principles and protective systems inherent in the machine design.

Chapter 2: Description - The Machine and its Components

The Blood Part of the Machine

Provides an overview of the machine's blood circuit components.

The Fluid Part of the Machine

Provides an overview of the machine's fluid circuit components.

The Rear of the Machine

Describes the components located on the rear of the AK 96 dialysis machine.

Chapter 3: Operating the Machine - Handling Guidelines

The Ultrafiltration Control

Explains how to control and set ultrafiltration parameters during treatment.

Power Failure

Covers battery back-up operation and procedures during power failures.

Chapter 4: Hemodialysis - Double Needle Treatment

Start the Machine

Outlines the steps to safely start the AK 96 dialysis machine.

Function Check

Details the automatic safety and calibration checks performed by the machine.

Set-up the machine

Covers the initial setup procedures, including connecting concentrates.

Connect/Confirm Concentrates

Explains how to connect and confirm the correct dialysis fluid concentrates.

Attach Disposables

Provides instructions on correctly attaching all necessary disposables.

Priming

Details the procedures for priming the extracorporeal circuit.

Treatment

Covers parameters setting and patient connection before starting treatment.

Set Treatment Parameters

Explains how to set and verify all necessary treatment parameters.

Discontinuing

Procedures for safely ending and discontinuing the treatment.

Chapter 5: Hemodialysis - Single Needle Treatment (option)

Preparations

Details the setup steps specific to single needle treatment, including expansion chamber.

Connect the Patient

Guides connecting the patient for single needle treatment.

Start the Treatment

Covers starting treatment parameters and alarm settings for single needle mode.

Pressure Alarm Limits Setting

Explains how to set and adjust pressure alarm limits for single needle treatment.

Chapter 6: Isolated Ultrafiltration

Isolated UF - General

Provides general information about isolated ultrafiltration and its applications.

Isolated UF - Performing

Details the steps for performing isolated ultrafiltration before, during, or after treatment.

Chapter 7: Profiling

Profiling of Na+ and HCO3- dialysis fluid concentration

Details how to set linear graphs for sodium and bicarbonate concentration changes.

Profiling of ultrafiltration rate

Describes setting linear, step, or interval graphs for ultrafiltration rate adjustments.

Chapter 8: Hygiene and Maintenance

Hygiene and Maintenance - General

Covers general hygiene and maintenance responsibilities for the operator.

Schedule for Hygiene and Maintenance

Provides a recommended schedule for cleaning, decalcification, and disinfection.

Hygiene - Heat Disinfection

Details the general principles and procedures for heat disinfection programs.

Hygiene - Chemical Disinfection

Explains the general procedures and types of chemical disinfectants used.

Hygiene - Rinse/Drain

Covers the procedures for rinse and drain programs.

Chapter 9: Technical Data and Specifications

Performance and specification - Control System

Provides technical specifications for the machine's control system, including blood flow.

Heparin Pump

Details the technical specifications for the optional heparin pump.

Blood pressure

Covers operating ranges and accuracy for venous and arterial pressure measurements.

Chapter 13: Alarms

Chapter 14: Attention Alarms

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