User's Manual

Achieve Healthy, Safe Pumping
Inspect the infusion site
At least once a day, use the iXL Pump’s viewing window to
inspect the infusion site. Check the site for signs of infection,
such as pain, swelling, redness, discharge, or heat.
If an infusion site shows signs of infection:
1. Immediately remove the pump and attach a new one at a
different site (see Chapter 5, The iXL Pump).
2. Contact your healthcare provider.
3. Treat the infection according to instructions from your
healthcare provider. (Refer to Chapter 5, The iXL Pump, for
detailed information on site care and preparation.)
Consider making infusion site checks a part of your
regular daily routine (like showering or brushing your
teeth). That way, it’s easy to remember.
Water and Your Pump
The iXL Pump is watertight to a depth of 8 feet for up to 30
minutes (IPX8). After exposure to water, rinse off the pump with
clean water and dry it with a towel.
Do NOT expose your iXL Pump to water at depths greater
than 8 feet or for durations exceeding 30 minutes. Check
the infusion site often to make sure the pump and soft
cannula are securely attached and in place.
The iXL Remote Controller is not waterproof. Do NOT
place it in or near water.
Traveling and Vacationing
Plan for changing time zones
If you’re planning a business trip or vacation to a different
time zone, you may need to adjust your basal rate programs.
For changes of just a few hours, basal rate adjustments are
minor and easy to calculate. For long-distance travel, however,
figuring out the correct program can be more challenging.
Your healthcare provider can help with these adjustments.
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