Therapeutic Devices : Syringe Pump

NAME, BRAND, MODEL AND DEFINITION

Syringe pump is medical devices that deliver fluids into a patient’s body in controlled manner (amounts and time or rate). The fluids including nutrients and medications such as antibiotics, chemotheraphy drugs and pain relievers.

This is one type of syringe pump The brand of this device is Terumo

Syringe pump functioned to infuse fluids, medications or nutrients into patient circulatory system. Administer fluids in ways that would be impractically unreliable if performed manually by nursing staff.

Precaution

o Read the user’s manual

o No user serviceable parts are inside

o Disconnect power from the pump when connecting or disconnecting cables

o Do not immerse the pump in the fluid

o Install on a stable surface

o Keeps hand and loose clothing away from the pump’s moving parts

o Prevent liquids from entering openings in the rear of the pump

Range of Flow Rate Setting

0.1-300 mL/h (for 10, 20 and 30 mL syringes)

0.1-999 mL/h (for 50 mL syringes)

0.1-1200 mL/h (special function for 50 mL syringes)

Flow Rate Display Change

0.1 mL/h steps (for settings from 0.1 to 99.9 mL/h)

1 mL/h steps (for settings from 100 to 999 mL/h)

Flow Rate Accuracy

Mechanical Accuracy: ±1%

Accuracy including syringe: ± 3%

Occlusion Detection Pressure

Selectable from three levels.

(Values are with use of TERUMO syringe)

[III]: 800 ± 200 mmHg max. (106.7 kPa ± 26.7 kPa)

[II]: 500 ± 100 mmHg max. (66.7 kPa ± 13.3 kPa)

[I]: 300 ± 100 mmHg max. (40 kPa ± 13.3 kPa)

Optional: 5 occlusion levels (100, 200, 300, 500 and 800 mmHg)

Priming (purge rate)

300 mL/h ~ 1200 mL/h (Depending on syringe size)

Alarms

Occlusion, Nearly empty, Low Battery, Plunger/Clutch disengaged,

Syringe disengaged, AC/DC Cable disconnected.

High flow warning when turning the dial over 10 mL/h (optional)

Special Functions

Functions are selectable via internal switches:

• Delivery Limit setting

0.1 – 999.9 mL (in 0.1 mL steps)

When the limit is reached, an alarm will occur and the infusion will

continue at KVO rate of 0.1 mL/h.

• Nearly Empty alarm setting

The time until the syringe is empty can be programmed.

(from 3 to 60 min.)

• Max. Flow Rate

1 – 1200 mL/h (in 1 mL steps)

• Syringe Brand Confirmation

• Memory function (last settings)

• Changeable flow rate during infusion

Power Supply

100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz

12 to 15 VDC

Operable duration using internal battery NiMH:

Approx. 5 hours (using a new battery at flow rate of 5 mL/h and

ambient temperature of 25°C, after charging at least 15 hours with

the power off)

Classification (acc. to IEC 60601-1)

Class I and internally powered equipment, Type CF, Continuous

operation, IPX4 (splashproof)

External Dimensions

322 (W) x 114 (H) x 115 (D) mm

Weight

TE-331 ± 1.8 kg

TE-332 ± 1.9 kg

External Communication and Nurse Call Connector

RS-232 or RS-485, Nurse call : 12 VDC, 1 A max.

Display for safe parameter settings

In order to avoid reading mistakes and misprogramming of the flow rate, the difference between the digits and the decimal places is clearly marked by an orange coloured decimal point and an apparent difference in size.

Unique dial setting

The ergonomically designed dial helps to eliminate mistakes whilst making settings. It allows you to reach the setting easily and in a more evident manner.

Fast and easy placement of the syringe

Syringes of different sizes can be easily placed in the pump. Just place the syringe in the pump and move the slider against the plunger of the syringe. As soon as the clutch is released, the plunger is held firmly by the slider hooks

Solid design

Especially during patient transportation,it is important to have a system which is designed to minimize the risk of breaking.Therefore, it is a big advantage to have the

Terumo syringe pumps where the slider is always staying inside the borders of the pump casing.

Clear alarm monitor

This monitor centralizes information about the operation status and nature of the alarm. The status can easily be seen on the pump, without having to enter menus. A pressure monitor is incorporated in the alarm monitor to follow the pressure variance constantly. A large, bright Operation Indicator features a unique flow-proportional indication for intuitive monitoring of the flow. With its omnidirectional view, it enhances safety in terms of flow rate setting (green turning), Stand-by Mode (green flashing) and alarm status (red).

Place of this device

1. Ward2. ICU3. Clinic4. Ambulance

Instructions on how to use Syringe Pump

1.Insert the syringe into the vial of medicine. Invert the vial so it is upside down and pull the plunger back until the appropriate amount of medicine is drawn. For example, if the prescription calls for 60mm per 24 hours, pull the plunger back until the stopper is at the 60mm mark.

2.Set the correct rate by adjusting the mm dial on the syringe driver. The correct dosage, for example, 60mm should appear on the display. Adjust time dial to display the correct number of hours, for example, 24.

3.Connect the prime line to the syringe by pushing the line over the end of the syringe.

4.Open the cover on the back of the driver and insert the appropriate battery. An alarm should sound to indicate you have been successful.

5.Hold the start/boost button, located on the front of the driver, for 8 seconds. Release the button after you hear an alarm.

6.Confirm that the indicator light (located next to the hour display) is flashing. If it is not flashing, you need a new battery.

7.Pull the actuator, located on the top of the driver, until it can't be pulled anymore. Lay the syringe horizontally on top of the driver. Press the white button on the actuator and slide it until it rests on the top of the syringe plunger.

8.Use the rubber securing strap, on the top of the driver, to secure the syringe.

9.Insert the cannula, the needle on the end of the prime line, subcutaneously in the upper chest or arm.

10.Cover the area of insertion with film dressing.