KD Scientific EZFLOW 2040 - Manual (Page 5)

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KDS EZFlow 2040
General Safety Summary
IMPORTANT: User should read this entire manual before operating this volumetric infusion
pump.
WARNINGS OVERVIEW
Critical! Explosion hazard. Do not use in the presence of flammable solvents!
WARNINGS:
1) Do not use a pump, infusion set, or accessory that shows any sign of damage.
2) The pump does not detect air bubbles or occlusion when priming. When
priming, do not connect the infusion set to the patient.
3) Do not submerge this pump in water or other liquid.
4) Before starting an infusion, with the iv set installed in the pump and the flow-
protection clamp open, verify that there is no flow of fluid from the infusion
set. Also check that the programmed information is correct.
5) Close the infusion set’s flow-protection clamp before and after removing the
infusion set from the pump to prevent unrestricted flow.
6) Before connecting the iv set to the patient, user must prime the infusion set to
prevent air to the patient.
7) To prevent electric hazards, unplug the pump before cleaning. Do not spray
cleansers into the iv set or power cord receptacles. Do not submerge the
pump in any liquid.
8) Do not use any infusion set if its packaging appears to be damaged or opened.
PRECAUTIONS OVERVIEW
1) Do not connect i.v set used by pump to unspecified/unauthorized gravity-
controlled i.v set, as this may affect the accuracy of infusion and may trigger
false alarms, which could result serious injury to the patient. Contact your dis
tributor for the authorized pump use iv sets with the appropriate adjustment
on the pump menu settings to work this infusion pump.
2) While pump is using ac power, please ensure the power outlet is properly
grounded.
3) Disposable infusion sets used in the pump should comply with the govern
ment regulations.
4) Used infusion sets should be stored in a safe place, and disposed according
to regulations.
5) The circuit diagram and parts list will only be provided to manufacturer
assigned technicians.