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Slow flow (continued)
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If a slide clamp is used for an extensive period of time, it can damage the tubing
and affect the flow rate. Try using another tubing set and measure the flow. For
60ml/hr tubing, the syringe plunger should move 10ml in 10 minutes (1ml/min).
For 120ml/hr tubing, the plunger should move 10ml in 5 minutes (2ml/min).
Stopping the flow quickly
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The syringe driver is designed to maintain pressure during and after the
infusion to prevent blood/drug backflow.
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To stop the flow, fully open the lid to relieve pressure from the syringe plunger.
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You can also use the slide clamp. Only use the slide clamp in the case of an
emergency, or when necessary to immediately stop the flow. Overuse can
damage the tubing.
Care and Maintenance:
The FreedomEdge® does not require any preventative maintenance. The
FreedomEdge® with
RMS Precision Flow Rate Tubing™ works as a system, which means
the tubing determines the flow rate, not the syringe driver; therefore your driverneeds
no calibration. Selecting the appropriate tubing set for the application ensures the
proper flow rate will be achieved. During manufacture, RMS Precision Flow Rate
Tubing™ sets are thoroughly quality-tested to high standards, to guarantee flow rate
accuracy and appropriate flow rate delivery under controlled conditions.
Cleaning
Clean only those areas that are exposed and external. No attempt should be made
to clean any part of the syringe driver that is not easily accessible.
Wipe the outside surface with warm water and detergent or use any surface
disinfectant compatible with acetyl-butyl-styrene (ABS) plastic, such as hydrogen
peroxide. Avoid the use of alcohol or alcohol-containing compounds, as these tend
to make ABS plastic brittle. Wipe again with clean water to rinse.
If necessary, you may clean the inside of the syringe driver with a damp cloth and any
cleaning agent compatible with ABS plastic.
Storage
The FreedomEdge® syringe driver is recommended to be stored in a cool, dry place.
Packaged tubing sets should be stored at room temperature (approximately
16-30°C or 61-86°F).
Testing Flow Accuracy (if required by your local protocol)
1.
Completely fill a new BD® 20ml syringe with sterile water. Do NOT use a 30ml
syringe for this test.
2.
Remove all air from the syringe.
3.
Attach a sterile RMS Precision Flow Rate Tubing™ set to the syringe.
4.
Remove all air from the tubing set.
5.
Load the syringe into the syringe driver and close the lid fully.
6.
Monitor the syringe readings and elapsed time to derive an approximate
flow rate.
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