Fluke Biomedical IDA-4 Plus - Manual (Page 10)

IDA-4 Plus
Operators Manual
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2. Pack the instrument carefully, using the original packing materials if available.
Failure to pack the instrument properly could void your warranty and result in
you paying for the instrument’s repair.
3. Insure the unit for full retail value and ship to the address specified by Fluke
Warnings
Patient Circuit
This instrument has been designed for testing infusion devices but must NEVER be
used while connected to a patient.
Tubing sets utilized to test infusion devices must never be used to administer fluids to
patients.
Some older style infusion devices may have reusable components that could come in
direct contact with the fluids being pumped. When testing these types of devices care
must be taken to avoid possible contamination of reusable components due to
backflow conditions.
Contamination of the Measuring System
For best results use degassed water made up with detergent, as described under ‘Test
Fluid’ on page 3-4.
High viscosity fluids cannot be used. Liquid containing oils (solvents, or strong
chemicals) may also damage or contaminate the transducer. Do not use "Bleach" type
of sterilizing agents, or alcohol’s.
To extend the life of the transducer and to maintain accuracy it is recommended that
periodically 20 ml of detergent solution be introduced into the fluid inlet port, left for
30 minutes, and then flushed out with 500 ml of clean water.
Care should be taken to prevent dirt, dust, metal swarf, or other debris from entering
the measuring system since these are likely to damage the transducers.
Explosion Risk
This instrument is not to be used in the presence of flammable anesthetic gases or
vapors.
Switching the Instrument ON or OFF
As is common with most other computing equipment, this instrument may be
damaged by repeated interruption of the power supply, either by rapid switching ON
or OFF, or by removing the line cord when the instrument is energized. After
switching OFF allow at least 3 seconds before switching the unit ON. Never
disconnect the line cord without first switching the unit OFF.
The ON / OFF switch is located on the rear panel of the unit.
Connections
All external leads connecting to the IDA-4 Plus e.g. RS232 and Printer leads, must be
no longer than 2.5 meters in length.