Operator's Manual

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PumP SetuP
Pump Setup
Installing the Batteries
Four AA, 1.5 volt primary (non-rechargeable) alkaline batteries (for example, Duracell
®
PC1500 / MN1500,
IEC LR6), the Smiths Medical rechargeable battery pack, or the CADD®-Solis Communication Module (with
integrated rechargeable battery) are required for use in the CADD
®
-Solis pump.
Note: Smiths Medical does not recommend mixing new and used AA batteries because it may affect low
battery alarm times. Always use four new batteries when replacing depleted ones.
CAUTION: Inspect the AA batteries for damage or wear to the metal or plastic insulation prior to use, or after
the pump has been dropped or hit. Replace the batteries if any damage is noted.
The pump retains all programmed values while the batteries (or the CADD®-Solis Communication Module
with integrated rechargeable battery) are removed, but the pump’s batteries must be in place during
delivery. If the batteries are removed while the pump is delivering, and an AC adapter is connected, delivery
stops. If an AC adapter is not connected and the batteries are removed, delivery stops and the pump loses
power. Delivery will not begin without proper batteries installed (with or without an AC adapter).
CAUTION: Do not store the pump for prolonged periods with the batteries installed. Battery leakage could
damage the pump.
Note:
• Battery life is dependent on the amount of medication delivered, delivery rate, battery age, temperature,
active display time, and backlight intensity.
• The power of the battery is quickly depleted at temperatures below 10°C (50°F).
• Dispose of used batteries in an environmentally safe manner, and according to any regulations which may
apply.
WARNING:
• Do not use rechargeable NiCd or nickel metal hydride (NiMH) batteries. Do not use carbon zinc (“heavy
duty”) batteries. They do not provide sufficient power for the pump to operate properly, which could result
in death or serious injury to the patient.
• Always have new batteries available for replacement. If power is lost, nondelivery of drug occurs and
depending on the type of drug being administered, could result in death or serious injury to the patient.
• A rechargeable battery pack that has reached the end of it useful life must be replaced with either another
CADD
®
-Solis rechargeable battery pack, a replacement communication module rechargeable battery,
or with 4 AA batteries. Using rechargeable battery packs from other manufacturers could result in fire or
explosion.
• There is no pump alarm to alert users that a battery has not been properly installed. An improperly
installed battery could result in loss of power and nondelivery of drug and, depending on the type of drug
being administered, could result in death or serious injury to the patient.
• Always check the battery compartment for fluid or debris before inserting the batteries or communication
module and do not allow any fluid or debris to fall into the battery compartment. Fluid or debris in the
battery compartment may damage the battery contacts and could result in loss of power and nondelivery
of drug and, depending on the type of drug being administered, could result in death or serious injury to
the patient.
• If the pump is dropped or hit, the battery door may become broken or damaged. Do not use the pump if
the battery door is damaged because the batteries will not be properly secured; this may result in loss of
power, nondelivery of drug and, depending on the type of drug being administered, could result in death
or serious injury to the patient.