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4 Getting Started
4.1 Quick Start Guide
1. Press the power switch to turn on the pump.
2. Load the syringe. For detailed information, see 4.3 Loading the Syringe.
3. Set the infusion parameters. For detailed information, see 4.4 Starting Infusion.
4. If required, purge the line. For detailed information, see 4.5 Purge.
5. Connect the extension set to the patient access device.
6. Press to start infusion.
7. Press to pause infusion.
4.2 Setting Up the Pump
Before getting started, ensure that the pump is properly set up:
■ The pump is placed on a stable surface or secured in the Dock, or properly
mounted to an IV pole using the pole clamp.
■ The pump is plugged into a properly-grounded AC power outlet. See
3.4.1 Connecting the AC Mains.
■ Press the power switch to turn on the pump. The pump automatically
performs a self test at startup. Check that the alarm tone is heard and the alarm
lamp illuminates, one after the other, in red and yellow. This indicates that the
visible and audible alarm indicators function correctly. The loading guide screen
displays. If required, select Exit to enter the infusion parameters setting or drug
selection screen, set infusion parameters or select drug before loading the
syringes.
■ If the pump is run on battery power, ensure that the battery is adequately charged.
• Before putting the system into operation, the operator must verify that the
equipment, connecting cables and accessories are in correct working order
and operating condition.
• Check that visual and auditory alarm signals are presented correctly when
the equipment is powered on. Do not use the equipment if you suspect it is
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