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This Technical Service Manual for the 3100 together with the Instruction Manual for the pump, contains all the information that is needed in order to operate, maintain and repair the pump. The contents of this Technical Service Manual
is primarily intended to be read and used by suitably qualified personnel. Only qualified personnel should repair
and maintain the pump.
AC input power connecting socket/cable
The AC input power socket that connects to the rear of the pump has three connections (live, neutral and earth)
provided by a 3-way power cable. As the casing is doubly insulated, the AC input connector situated on the pump
only utilises two connections (live and neutral), there is no third earth pin. This method of AC input enables similar
AC input sockets (if required) to that supplied by Smiths Medical International to be used.
Warnings and cautions
Warnings tell you about dangerous conditions that could lead to death or serious injury to the user or patient that can
occur if you do not obey all of the instructions in this manual.
WARNINGS
1. WARNING: To avoid over- or under- infusion, always verify that the brand and size of the loaded syringe are the
same as the brand and size displayed on the screen before starting an infusion. Failure to do so may result in
an inaccurate delivery of medication, resulting in patient injury or death.
2. WARNING: To avoid incorrect or inappropriate configuration of the pump, the Configuration menu must only be
selected by qualified persons or authorised personnel. Incorrect pump configuration could lead to inappropriate
infusion resulting in patient injury or death.
3. WARNING: This equipment is not suitable for use in the presence of flammable anaesthetics, oxygen-enriched
or explosive atmospheres. The use of the device in such atmospheres may lead to explosion or fire.
not
4. WARNING: To avoid possible malfunction of the pump, do
ionizing radiation, or to the RF interference or strong electric/magnetic fields emitted (for example) by
diathermy equipment or mobile telephones. If the pump is used in the presence of, or in combination with
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) machines it must be protected from the magnetic field emitted by such
equipment. Malfunction of the pump can cause incorrect infusion or loss of infusion resulting in patient injury or
death.
5. WARNING: Operation of the pump outside the temperature limits defined in the specification may result in
erroneous operation. Ensure that the temperature is within the specified limits. Failure to do so may result in
patient injury or user injury.
6. WARNING: In order to ensure that the intended infusion is performed, data must be entered correctly. Likewise
before confirming any displayed data the user should ensure that it is correct. Failure to do so may result in
compromised function of the product, patient injury or user injury.
7. WARNING: Failure to respond promptly to an alarm may result in patient injury or death.
8. WARNING: Failure to follow the
compromised function of the product and lead to patient injury or death.
9. WARNING: It is essential that clinical staff remain within visual and audible range of the pump so that critical
alarms can be seen or heard and responded to.
10. WARNING: The user should ensure that the performance offered by the pump is fit for the intended purpose.
Failure to do so may result in compromised function of the product, patient injury or user injury.
11. WARNING: When the pump is carrying out an infusion, to ensure that electrical safety is maintained only items
of equipment that conform to EN60950 are to be connected to the RS232 connector situated at the base of the
pump, otherwise patient safety may be compromised.
12. WARNING: Correct management of battery charging is essential to ensure that the pump can operate on
batteries for the time specified. Failure to do so may lead to impaired functioning of the pump, resulting in
patient injury or death.
not
13. WARNING: Do
indicate a FAULT condition and the pump will fail to infuse. Incorrect performance of the pump can cause
complications resulting in patient injury or death.
If the pump develops a fault then it must be referred to a suitably qualified engineer or returned to Smiths
Medical in order to have the fault rectified.
14. WARNING: Failure to use the mains lead clamp means that the pump may be accidentally or erroneously
disconnected from the mains. Although there is battery backup in case this happens, the battery may not be
sufficiently charged. Consequently there is a risk of the pump not functioning, which could lead to patient injury
or death.
use a faulty pump. If the pump develops a fault then an alarm will sound; the display will
Service Manual’s
maintenance schedule recommendations may result in
expose the pump to X- rays, gamma rays or
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15. WARNING: If an occlusion alarm occurs, immediately clamp the line to eliminate the possibility of a bolus being
delivered to the patient. Then inspect the fluid pathway for kinks, clogged catheter, etc. in order to remove the
occlusion prior to restarting the infusion. An unintentional bolus of medication can result in patient injury or
death.
16. WARNING: Use only the syringes and administration sets listed in the
Failure to do so may result in an inaccurate delivery. Smiths Medical does not guarantee performance of the
pump if syringes other than those listed are used. Incorrect function or performance of the pump can cause
complications resulting in patient injury or death.
17. WARNING: The volume of fluid contained in the connecting tubing is a residual amount and will
Hence this extra volume of fluid must be allowed for when initially filling the syringe and purging the system.
Under-delivery of medication can cause complications resulting in patient injury or death.
18. WARNING: To avoid patient embolism, ensure that the patient tubing is purged of all air bubbles before
administering any medication. The pump provides a purge facility to assist with this process. The presence of
air within the medication can result in complications leading to patient injury or death.
19. WARNING: To avoid syphoning of the syringe contents (free flow), ensure that the syringe is correctly loaded
into the pump, that the syringe plunger is properly engaged by the pump’s actuator and that the pump is placed
not more than 80cm above the infusion site. Syphoning can result in over-infusion leading to patient injury or
death.
20. WARNING: To avoid over-infusion, do not purge the infusion line when the administration set is connected to the
patient. Over-infusion of medication can result in patient injury or death.
21. WARNING: To avoid the pump becoming detached from an IV pole always make sure that the pump is securely
fixed to the pole. Always check the security and stability of the assembly with the pump mounted.
22. WARNING: Following a significant liquid spill onto the pump, it should be wiped dry and inspected by service
personnel before being returned to service. Failure to do so may result in compromised functioning of the pump,
leading to patient or user injury or death.
23. WARNING: When using a syringe smaller than 50/60 ml the occlusion pressure will increase as the diameter of
the syringe decreases, i.e. the smaller the syringe the higher the pressure.
24. WARNING: The patient history is lost when the clock is reset.
25. WARNING: Only adequately qualified personnel should maintain and repair the pump.
26. WARNING: The pump must be disconnected from the AC power supply before the case is opened.
27. WARNING: The Configuration and Diagnostic mode must only be used by personnel who are adequately
qualified and have previous training in the use of the pump.
28. WARNING: The safety and reliability of the pump may be compromised by the use of parts other than those
specified in this Manual.
29. WARNING: When a new Syringe Size Sensor Flag has been fitted to the pump (see Appendix), then the pump must
be tested using the new syringe size sensor gauges available from Smiths Medical (part number 0131-0202). Page
3 of the Appendix gives details of the Final Testing procedures.
30. WARNING: The pump must be set to display the brand and the size of syringe that is going to be used. Using a
different brand or size of syringe to that being displayed could lead to the incorrect amount of drug being
administered, that could result in injury or death.
31. WARNING: The internal pump batteries must be disposed of in accordance with the manufacturers instructions.
Lead acid batteries must NOT be placed in the normal waste stream.
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Specification
(Chapter 1).
not
be infused.
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Warnings and cautions
CAUTIONS
Cautions tell you about dangerous conditions that can occur and cause damage to the pump if you do not obey
all of the instructions in this manual.
1. CAUTION: Refer all service, repair and calibrations only to qualified technical personnel. Unauthorised
modifications to the pump must
2. CAUTION: When turning the pump on if screens similar to those illustrated are not displayed, do
pump. Send the pump to a suitably qualified engineer or return it to Smiths Medical in order to have the fault
rectified.
3. CAUTION: Do not use cleaning and disinfecting agents other than the approved ones specified here.
4. CAUTION: The pump must
spills immediately, and do not allow fluid or residues to remain on the pump. Additionally, the pump is not
designed to be autoclaved, steam-sterilised, ETO-sterilised or subjected to temperatures in excess of 45° C
(113° F). Failure to observe this caution may cause serious damage to the pump.
5. CAUTION: During the removal and replacement of a pump's components, strict observance to Electro Static
Discharge (ESD) rules must be observed at all times, i.e. an earthing strap must be worn. Failure to apply ESD
protection may result in serious damage to the product and possible malfunction. Ensure that any
replacement printed circuit board or other ESD sensitive items are stored in an anti-static container.
not
be carried out.
not
be immersed in any liquids or exposed to strong organic solvents. Wipe off
not
use the
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Abbreviations
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AbbreviationsThe following list shows the abbreviations that have been used at various places
usedthroughout this Manual.
AbbreviationFull name
A to DAnalogue to digital
ACAlternating current
CCapacitor or Centigrade
COPComputer operating properly
cmCentimetre
cNmCentinewton meter
cskCountersunk
DCDirect current
deg.Degrees
dia.Diameter
µgMicro gramme
Fig.Figure
gGramme
HgMercury symbol
HzHertz
ICIntegrated circuit
IMInstruction manual
KgKilogram
KhzKilo Hertz
KVOKeep vein open
LCDLiquid crystal display
LEDLight emitting diode
mAMilliampere
mgMilligramme
mlMillilitre
mmMillimetre
No.Number
PCAPatient controlled analgesia
PCBPrinted circuit board
PlPlug
RResistor
RAMRandom access memory
ROMRead only memory
VVolts
VFDVacuum fluorescent display
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CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION, FEATURES and SPECIFICATION
Graseby 3100
Syringe Pump
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CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION, FEATURES and SPECIFICATION
Introduction
Introduction
The 3100 syringe pump is microcomputer controlled and has been purpose developed for
administering sterile liquids. All the controls are clearly marked and easy to use. The
user is provided with a constant indication of the 3100’s operation; the dot matrix
Vacuum Fluorescent Display (VFD) presents the display in any one of seven major
European languages.
The 3100 is a compact robust pump that can operate from a table top or a pole clamp.
The pump can be programmed by the user to work with a range of different makes of
syringe and automatically senses the diameter of the syringe installed and hence its
volume. The syringe sizes that the pump caters for are 20 ml, 30 ml and 50/60 ml.
Figure 1.1 General view of the 3100 pump
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(contd.)
The 3100 is easily configured to dispense liquids at rates between 0.1 ml/hour and 199.9
ml/hour in increments of 0.1 ml. The pump keeps a running total of the volume of
infused liquid even when the infusion has been stopped and then restarted.
The pump can be operated from AC power or from three internally fixed rechargeable
batteries. When running on battery power, the pump gives more than three hours of
continual use. The pump contains a battery recharging circuit and the batteries will be
fully charged when the pump has been connected to the AC power for up to 14 hours
(see Note below) - even when the pump is switched OFF.
Note:
The battery charging period may have to be slightly increased above 14 hours if the
pump is infusing during the charging period.
Safety features have been built into both the software and the hardware. The pump
carries out a self-testing routine each time it is switched on. The user is warned of
incidents such as a power failure or an occlusion by both visual and audible alarms.
Two micro-controllers are installed in the pump and are used to combine the following
facilities:
The above facilities are usually provided by up to six separate silicon chips. The use of
highly integrated micro-controllers greatly increases the reliability of the 3100.
The motor within the pump is under the direct control of the primary micro-controller.
For added security, the primary micro-controller’s actions are monitored by the slave
processor.
An optional security cover kit is available (part number 0131-0277). The kit includes all the
items required to modify the pump, including comprehensive fitting instructions.
When fitted, the kit protects the syringe from tampering only; it provides no other security.
It does not lockout the keypad or give audible or visual alarms when opened.
The main features of the 3100 are:
•simple to use,
•ergonomic styling,
•easy to service,
•AC powered or internal battery powered,
•advanced safety features,
•caters for different brands of syringe,
•automatic syringe size sensing,
•clear text display,
•comprehensive range of alarms,
•designed in consultation with users,
•drip proof (IPX1)
•state-of-the-art electronics, and
•numerous Warnings accompanied by an audible and visual alarm, including a
three minute nearly empty syringe warning,
•all materials used in this product are latex free.
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Specification
Graseby instruments are subject to continual development and may, therefore, differ
from the following specification:
Dimensions:325 mm (long) x 195 mm (high) x 115 mm (deep), with a pole
clamp, and the plunger clamp closed.
Weight:Not exceeding 3.5 kg including batteries and pole clamp.
Supply220 V to 240 V AC at 50/60 Hz 15 VA or,
voltage:100 V to 120 V AC at 50/60 Hz 15 VA.
Battery type:Sealed lead acid, rechargeable (Cyclon, 3 off). The batteries should
be checked at least annually (see page 5-11).
Battery life:More than 3 hours of normal pump operation when the batteries are
fully charged. With the AC supply connected, up to 14 hours will be
required to fully recharge low voltage batteries.
UseableBD Plastipak ...Size 20; 30 or 50/60 ml.
syringes:Braun Omnifix ...Size 20; 30 or 50/60 ml.
Monoject ...Size 20, 30/35 or 50/60 ml.
Terumo ...Size 20; 30/35 or 50/60 ml.
Injectomat 50 ml ...Size 50/60 ml.
Braun Perfusor ...50 ml (conversion kit required,
refer to Chapter 8).
Flow rate:0.1 to 199.9 ml/hour in 0.1 ml increments.
Volume0 to 999.9 ml in 0.1 ml increments.
infused counter:
Adjustable250 mm Hg to 600 mm Hg.
occlusion pressure:
Temp. range:Operating conditions:
-5° to +40°C, 30 to 75% Rh, 700 to 1060 hPa.
Storage conditions:
-40° to +70°C, 30 to 90% Rh, 700 to 1060 hPa.
Drive+/– 2%.
accuracy:
DesignBS 5724 Part 1.
standards:IEC 601 Part 1.
VFG 1046/I984.
Elec. safety:Class II; Type CF; Drip proof.
LanguageEnglish, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Portugese and Spanish.
versions:
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Specification
Brief history of Graseby bedside syringe pumps
MS2000
The first Graseby bedside syringe pump was the MS2000. This was a basic syringe pump capable of infusions
within the range of 0.1ml/hr to 99.9ml/hr. It had a totaliser, a limited infusion capability, a built in pole clamp and
was designed for vertical operation. The MS2000 was powered by an AC supply or its internal DC batteries.
This pump is no longer manufactured.
PCAS
The PCAS pump was developed from the MS2000 to satisfy the growing interest in Patient Controlled Analgesia
(PCA). The PCAS was very similar to the MS2000 in both appearance and mechanical design, but utilised a
different microprocessor with the capability of running the extra features required for PCA and was eventually
replaced by the 3300 pump. A printer port was also incorporated. This pump is no longer manufactured.
3000
The first pump in the 3000 Series of syringe pumps was the 3000 itself. This pump was designed as a low-cost
alternative to the MS2000 and satisfied the need for a horizontally mounted pump. The 3000 did not have an
internal battery supply. This pump is no longer manufactured.
3100
The 3100 syringe pump was developed from the 3000. It is very similar mechanically but the electronic design is
superior. Dual processors were incorporated along with a vacuum fluorescent text display and internal batteries.
The maximum infusion rate was increased to 199.9 ml/hr and different syringe sizes were able to be used
(automatically sensed). Extra software features, such as the intelligent ‘near end’ alarm, were also incorporated.
3300
The next bedside syringe pump to be developed was the 3300. This was similar in mechanical and electronic
design to the 3100 but the features were specifically for the now more mature PCA market. A lockable syringe
cover was added for security against drug theft, a four line LC display was added, and internal history recording
with printout was also added. With the growth in PCA knowledge in the medical community, many more software
features were incorporated into the 3300 to aid PCA administration.
3400
The 3400 was developed (again from the 3100) to satisfy the need for a high speed infusion pump for intravenous
anaesthesia. Advances in micro-controller technology allowed the use of a single device to control all the pumps
features. The maximum infusion rate was raised to 1200.0 ml/hr and bolusing facilities were also added. Later,
an infusion rate calculation facility was added to the software.
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A larger liquid crystal display was used on the 3400 with the ability to display text in different sizes, also ‘softkeys’ were used to make the user interface simpler. The range of syringe sizes that could be used was also
increased. For more advanced applications the pump could be controlled by a computer.
3200
The 3200 was developed as a high end general purpose syringe pump. In-line pressure sensing, intermittent
infusion capabilities and computer interfacing were added. The In-line occlusion pressure monitoring made the
pump particularly suitable for use in intensive care baby units. A large text vacuum fluorescent display was added
and the range of increased syringe sizes of the 3400 remained.
3500
There are two versions of the 3500, as detailed below:
•a Manually Controlled Infusion (MCI)
•a MCI
The 3500 was developed from the 3400 and retains all the 3400 facilities. The ‘MCI
TCI using the Diprivan drug. This version of the 3500 incorporates a Diprifusor module manufactured by Zeneca
Pharmaceuticals. A new main circuit board and new software allows the 3500 to interface with the Diprifusor
module.
3150
The 3150 is very similar to the 3200 general purpose pump. The main difference being that the In-line pressure
sensing system is not available on the 3150, i.e. the pressure transducer is not fitted.
plus
a Target Controlled Infusion (TCI) pump.
only
pump,
plus
TCI’ pump carries out a
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CONFIGURATION MODE, DIAGNOSTIC MODE,
and OCCLUSION MEASUREMENT
Graseby 3100
Syringe Pump
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CHAPTER 2
CONFIGURATION MODE, DIAGNOSTIC MODE
and OCCLUSION MEASUREMENT
Configuration mode
Configuration
mode
Calling up the
Configuration
mode
Syringe brand
selection
The Configuration mode allows both the syringe brand and the language required to be
displayed and entered before using the pump.
CAUTION
The Configuration mode procedures must only be undertaken by suitably qualified
medical personnel.
1.When in the Set-up mode (refer to the 3100 Instruction Manual), simultaneously
hold down ...
either of the extreme right hand 0.1 arrow buttons ( ▲ or ▼ ) and the PURGE button.
The display will show the following:
CONFIGURATION?
2.Within five seconds, press the START button to confirm that the Configuration mode
is required. If the START button is not pressed within five seconds the pump will
revert back to its Set-up mode.
Note:
The pump has been designed so that the Configuration mode will not be called up
accidentally.
WARNING
The 3100 must be set to operate with the selected syringe. Using the wrong selection
could lead to the incorrect amount of drug being administered.
With the pump in its Configuration mode (as detailed above), complete the following
procedures in order to select the syringe brand required.
1.Use either of the two extreme left hand 100 arrow buttons ( ▲ or ▼ ) to display the
last syringe brand that was used.
2.Use either of the two extreme right hand 0.1 arrow buttons ( ▲ or ▼ ) in order to
scroll to the syringe brand required (see below). The brand of syringe selected will
be retained by the pump until the Configuration mode is called up again and a
different brand is selected.
•BD Plastipak.
•Terumo.
•Braun Omnifix.
•Monoject.
•Injectomat 50 ml.
Note:
The Braun Perfusor 50 ml syringe can only be used when the pump has been
converted to accept this particular syringe (see Chapter 8).
3.Press the STOP button in order to exit the Configuration mode.
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Configuration mode
Language settingWith the pump in its Configuration mode (as detailed previously), complete the
following procedures to select the required language.
1.Use either of the two extreme left hand 100 arrow buttons ( ▲ or ▼ ) to
scroll and display the last language that was used.
2.Use either of the extreme right hand 0.1 arrow buttons ( ▲ or ▼ ) in order to
scroll and display the language required (see below). The language selected
will be retained by the pump until the Configuration mode is called up again
and a different language is selected:
•English
•Dutch
•French
•German
•Italian
•Portuguese
•Spanish
3.To exit the Configuration mode, press the STOP button.
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Setting the AC
voltage
Disassembly and
assembly of casing
WARNINGS
1. The following procedures must only be carried out by qualified technicians.
2.
ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD.
power supply before opening the casing.
CAUTION
If the AC supply voltage settings are altered the label on the underside of the
pump and also the AC fuse rating must be changed to indicate and cater for the
new AC voltage.
The pump can be set to operate on a 100 to 120 V or a 220 to 240 V AC 50/60 Hz
supply. To change the AC operating voltage settings (as fully detailed in the following
sections) the pump casing has to be opened and two push-on connectors on the
Regulator board have to be adjusted.
The AC supply fuse rating must also be changed.
Each time the case is taken apart, the Syringe size sensor tests (see page 6.1) must
be completed.
1.Disconnect the AC power connector and using a scratch free flat surface, turn
the pump over in order to gain access to its base.
2.Undo and retain the six screws that hold the casing halves together. One of
the six screws is situated in a channel in the rear cover.
3.From the top of the pump carefully ease the casing halves apart, taking care
not to put any strain on the internal connecting cable looms that form a hinge
between the two halves.
The pump mustbe disconnected from the AC
4.Being careful not to trap any leads, assemble the casing by reversing steps
(2) and (3) above. Ensure that the front and rear mating edges are equal and
parallel. The screws should be tightened to a torque of between 70 and 75
cNm and in the order shown
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Figure 2.1
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AC voltage and
fuse adjustment
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1
5
3
4
2
6
Rear view of pump
Figure 2.1 Rear case screw fixing order
1. Take the casing apart (see page 2-2).
2. Check/ alter the position of the two push-on connectors situated on the
Regulator board (these connectors are attached to a black and a grey wire).
The alternative settings are as follows:
220-240 V100-120 V
Grey: PL4Grey: PL7
Black: PL8Black: PL3
Diagnostic mode
3. Move the two blank insulated connectors so that they cover the two unused
alternative voltage terminals.
4. Remove the cover that is placed over fuse FS2. If required fit the correct
time delay fuse, as shown below:
•T 50 mA for 220-240 V.
•T 100 mA for 100-120 V.
5. Fit the fuse cover ensuring that the cover goes outside all of the spring
connectors.
6. Assemble the casing (see page 2-2).
7. If necessary stick a new voltage label over the existing label on the underside of
the pump. The new label must correctly specify the pump's present AC voltage.
The pump has a Diagnostic mode which enables the four following parameters to be
checked:
•the version of software that is installed in the Main processor,
•the software Cyclic Redundancy Check (CRC),
•the version of software that is installed in the Slave processor, and
•the voltage from the power supply to the Main board, or with the AC removed will
display the battery voltage.
The pump has been designed so that the Diagnostic mode has to be specifically
keyed in. It will be very unlikely that this mode will appear on the display accidentally.
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Keying in the
diagnostic mode
Occlusion
measurements
By carrying out the following procedures the pump will be transferred from its Set-up
mode (refer to the 3100 Instruction Manual) to its Diagnostic mode:
1.Simultaneously press and hold down the following two buttons ... the ALARM
).
▼▼
▼
▼▼
▲ ▲
▲ or
▲ ▲
▼ ▼
▼
▼ ▼
)
in
button and either the right hand up or down arrow button (0.1,
2.Within five seconds press the START button to confirm that the Diagnostic
mode is required. If the START button is not pressed within five seconds the
pump will revert back to its Set-up mode.
3.Press either the extreme left hand up or down arrow button (100,
order to scroll through the four Diagnostic parameters listed above.
4.Press the STOP button to exit the Diagnostic mode.
The two most frequently used methods to measure the point at which an occlusion
occurs are the thrust and pressure methods.
Currently, the occlusion is set at during manufacture by using a thrust measurement
procedure. This method measures the plunger clamp thrust by using a set of weights
(as described on the next page).
The occlusion pressure is obtained by measuring the pressure that occurs in the
infusion line. This in-line method requires the use of a new syringe, infusion line and
pressure gauge. Conversion between the two is achieved using the formulae below,
taking into consideration syringe stiction.
The internal occlusion sensing system within the pump is always active.
▲ ▲
▲ or
▲ ▲
Thrust
measurements
Syringe stiction
The occlusion thrust checks must be carried out whenever the super nut assembly is
dismantled.
Translation of the thrust depends on the syringe diameter and the stiction of the syringe.
The formula for calculating the thrust is given below:
T = P x A +
732
where
:T = the thrust in kg,
P = the delivery pressure in mmHg,
A = the cross sectional area of the syringe in cm2,
and
The occlusion thrust of the pump is factory set to be between two limits (i.e. a minimum
and a maximum tolerance). The customer may reset the thrust for their own particular
requirement. The thrust of a particular pump may, therefore, differ from the original
factory set level.
The occlusion thrust of the 3100 pump is factory set at between
3.5 kg and 4.2 kg (471 mmHg and 565 mmHg).
Stiction for a syringe varies from brand to brand as well as from batch to batch.
Stiction can be as low as 0.1 kg and as high as 2 kg. The stiction of some syringe
brands has been found to be particularly high.
S = the syringe stiction in kg.
S
Stiction can also vary along the plunger travel and is usually lowest in small diameter
syringes. Using a sample syringe and allowing for a safety margin for sticky syringes,
adjustments can be made by measuring the thrust generated. If the stiction
characteristics of a syringe are known then by using the formula given above the
occlusion thrust can be set.
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Occlusion thrust
Thrust checks
The following thrust checks detailed use the weights that correspond to the factory set
occlusion threshold levels for a 3100 (i.e. 3.5 and 4.2 kg). If a different occlusion level
setting is required, the weights must be adjusted accordingly.
The threshold level adjustment procedures are detailed on page 2-6.
1.Set the pump's plunger clamp to approximately midway along its support tube.
2.Remove the plunger from a BD 60 ml syringe and then saw the end off the
syringe. Place the modified syringe onto the pump so that it acts as a guide for
the weight support rod and also position the size sensor flag (see
Figure 2-2
).
3.With the pump switched ON, set the infusion rate to 200 ml/hr.
4.Place the pump in a vertical position, with its left hand side uppermost (see
Figure 2-2
5.Place the weight support rod through the modified syringe and onto the pump's
plunger clamp.
6.Place a weight of 3.5 kg on top of the weight support and check that the pump
operates for at least 30 seconds and does not occlude (i.e. the alarm does
not sound). Remove the weight.
7.Place a weight of 4.2 kg on top of the weight support and check that within 60
seconds the pump does occlude (i.e. the alarm sounds).
).
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MID-WAY POINT
WORK SURFACE
WEIGHTS
WEIGHT SUPPORT
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Occlusion thrust
Thrust adjustmentsIf the occlusion thrust requires adjustment, the following procedures must be
completed:
1.Switch the pump off and disconnect the AC supply.
2.Take the casing apart (see page 2-2).
3.If necessary rotate the leadscrew to reveal the grub screw that is located on
the occlusion adjusting nut. Loosen the grub screw with a 1.5 mm hexagonal
key.
4.Alter the setting of the occlusion adjusting nut as necessary. One full turn of
the adjusting nut gives approximately 2.73 kg (369 mmHg) of adjustment.
Rotating the adjusting nut in order to decrease the tension on the leadscrew
spring will decrease the pump's occlusion setting.
Rotating the adjusting nut in order to increase the tension on the leadscrew
spring will increase the pump's occlusion setting.
5.Tighten the grub screw to a torque of 15 ± 2 cNm.
6.Temporarily assemble the two halves of the pump, being careful not to trap
any leads.
7.Carry out a thrust check (see page 2-5).
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8.In order to obtain the thrust required it may be necessary to repeat steps
(2) to (7) above.
9.Finalise the Assembly of the pump casing (refer to page 2-2).
10.Carry out the tests listed below and fully detailed in the functional test
procedures (see page 6-1 onwards):
•Test 4 ...syringe size sensors,
•Test 7 ...accuracy of infusion,
•Test 9 ...plunger clamp alignment, and
•Test 10 ...clamp open.
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CHAPTER 3
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTIONS
Graseby 3100
Syringe Pump
Smiths Medical International Ltd.
CHAPTER 3
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTIONS
This Chapter explains how the 3100 operates. Reading this chapter will help a
technician to rectify any possible faults that may occur within the pump.
The functional descriptions of the pump may divided into five separate areas, and each
of these functional descriptions have been detailed separately in the descriptions that
follow:
•Drive system,
•Occlusion sensing system,
•Electro/mechanical control system,
•Sensing (alarm) systems,
•Software.
Functional descriptions
Drive system
The drive system comprises a stepper-motor working through a gearbox in order to
rotate a leadscrew. A half nut/ super nut assembly engages onto the leadscrew; the
assembly is also connected to a steel tube. The steel tube is connected to the
plunger clamp. Thus the rotation of the leadscrew will move the plunger clamp and
this movement will push ‘in’ the plunger on the syringe that is being used, as further
described below.
As the stepper-motor spindle rotates the leadscrew rotates and the half nut/ super
nut assembly travels to the left, along the leadscrew. The half nut/ super nut
assembly pulls the outer of two steel tubes to the left. This outer tube travels over
and along a support tube; the support tube is the length of the pump.
The pulses applied to the stepper-motor are derived from a microcomputer. The
microcomputer and its associated software determines the speed of the steppermotor. To ensure safe operation of the stepper-motor the microcomputer controls the
stepper-motor directly.
A spring-loaded toggle mechanism is attached to the bottom of the half nut. This
toggle mechanism enables the plunger clamp to be physically swung ‘in or out’ thus
rotating the outer metal tube so that the half nut is either fully ‘engaged or disengaged’
(respectively) from the leadscrew.
When the plunger clamp is pushed ‘in’, the half nut/ super nut engages with the
leadscrew and the pump's plunger clamp ‘grabs’ the end of the syringe. The syringe
plunger slots into place behind a slotted pair of lips. These lips prevent the syringe
plunger from moving forward in the event of negative pressure on the syringe.
A small push-button on the edge of the plunger clamp makes contact with the top of
the syringe plunger. This push-button controls the operation of a lever which projects
from the plunger clamp. When the push-button is pressed in, by coming into direct
contact with the top of the syringe, the lever becomes free and is able to retract into
the plunger clamp. This retraction takes place when the plunger clamp is physically
swung into the forward operating position.
(contd.)
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Drive system (contd.)
If the push-button is not pressed ‘in’, the lever remains in its outward position thus
preventing the plunger clamp from being moved. This in turn prevents the half nut
from engaging on the leadscrew. This push-button system prevents the leadscrew
from being engaged unless the top of the syringe is correctly positioned in the
plunger clamp.
If the plunger clamp is accidentally knocked out of place during an infusion it will
automatically and safely shut down and an alarm will sound.
The motor, gearbox, leadscrew and associated components are mounted on a glass
reinforced polycarbonate casing. The strength of this casing enables a precise
mechanical location to be achieved for the components. Both the inner and outer
metal tubes are made of substantial material in order to eliminate all unwanted
flexing.
Occlusion sensing system
Clutch
assembly and
opto-sensor
The occlusion sensing system consists of a clutch, spring mechanism, a rotating
slotted disk and opto OPTO1 (see page 7.10). The clutch and spring mechanism
comprise the back pressure system. The rotating slotted disc and OPTO1 comprise
the rotation detector. The clutch, slotted disc and OPTO1 are located at the left
hand end of the leadscrew, underneath the opto sensor board. The spring is located
at the right hand end of the leadscrew.
Occlusion detection
Electro/mech.
control system
The clutch is held engaged by the spring with a pressure sufficient to overcome any
resistance from the syringe plunger and the normal back pressure from the infusion
line. The rotation detector will generate an output that comprises a continuous set of
pulses when the leadscrew rotates.
If there is an occlusion in the line then the back pressure will rise as the pump
attempts to force fluid through the line. When there is sufficient pressure to
overcome the spring pressure (factory set at 500 mm Hg) then the leadscrew moves
to the right, losing contact with the clutch. The rotation detector no longer generates
an output, which results in an occlusion alarm.
This method of occlusion detection is extremely sensitive as it is the lack of
pressure on the clutch that generates the alarm, rather than the detection of the
movement of the leadscrew as used in traditional designs. UK patent number 2249
497.
The microcomputer produces the pulse train for the stepper-motor in order to
produce a set flow rate. The rotation of the leadscrew slotted disc (described above)
is monitored by the movement of the slots and detected by the opto-sensor. If the
appropriate pulses are ‘not’ detected by the opto-sensor then an alarm signal is
generated.
Brief mechanical characteristics of the system are:
•motor step angle ...15 degrees,
•gearbox reduction angle ...210:1,
•number of motor steps per5,040 at all times,
revolution of leadscrew ...
•leadscrew pitch ...5 mm, and
•syringe characteristics ...1 ml/ 1.8 mm (BD 60 ml syringe).
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Functional descriptions
Sensing (alarm)
systems
Syringe nearly empty
End of infusion/
occlusion
AC power failure
Battery voltage low
In addition to the occlusion sensing system (see page 3-2) the following sensing
systems are also operative within the 3100.
A metal flag protrudes from the left hand side of the half nut (in parallel with the
leadscrew), this is the nearly empty flag. When this flag deactivates OPTO 0 (see
Figures 4.10
slotted disc is still rotating, then the processor makes a calculation that depends on
the infusion rate, and issues an alarm three minutes before the end of the infusion.
Also, when the processor detects that OPTO 0 is deactivated, and the slotted disc
has also stopped rotating, then a OCCLUSION alarm is generated.
Although the above condition has been termed an alarm state, the same conditions
will occur when the syringe reaches the end of its travel at the end of a perfectly
normal infusion.
If the slotted disc stops rotating and the nearly-empty flag has not moved a
sufficient distance to the left to deactivate OPTO 0 then the alarm condition will be
that of occlusion (see page 3-2).
The sensing system is able to detect an AC power failure. The pump will continue to
run after a power failure for a period of three hours or more, by automatically
switching over to its internal battery supply.
The sensing system also monitors the output of the batteries and registers an alarm
if the voltage of the batteries drops below 5.75 V.
and
7.5
) that is situated at the left hand side of the leadscrew, and the
Self tests/
pump malfunction
Drive disengaged/
syringe not fitted
Syringe size sensors
If the voltage falls below 5.4 V the pump will turn itself off after an initial warning
period.
Various ‘self tests’ are carried out on the pump when it is first switched on. In
addition to the self tests the rotation of the slotted disc at the end of the leadscrew is
monitored to ensure that the drive mechanism is operating correctly. The software
continually checks itself for the validity of calculations.
The drive system is designed so that it is only engaged when the top of the syringe
is correctly positioned in the plunger clamp. If the plunger clamp is knocked out of
place during an infusion the drive will automatically stop (the disengagement of the
half nut is detected by an opto-sensor). Also, trying to operate the 3100 without a
syringe or with a syringe incorrectly fitted will cause the pump to go into an alarm
state.
The pump has a syringe size sensor flag which rests on the barrel of the loaded
syringe in order to measure its diameter. This spring retained sensor flag moves up
and down in a bottom case groove. The bottom of the flag moves in-and-out between
two opto sensors (depending upon the diameter of the syringe) and this action results
in four sensor conditions being available:
•top opto sensed ...no syringe,
•neither opto sensed ... 20 ml syringe,
•bottom opto sensed ... 30 ml syringe,
•both opto's sensed ... 50 ml syringe.
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