
1000DF00645 Issue 2 8/26
IVAC® 598 Volumetric Pump
Operating Precautions
Hazards
BAn explosion hazard exists if the Pump is used in the presence of flammable anaesthetics. Exercise care to
locate the Pump away from any such hazardous sources.
ADangerous Voltage: An electrical shock hazard exists if the Pump’s casing is opened or removed. Refer all
servicing to qualified service personnel.
The IVAC® 598 Volumetric Pump is a Class I device, therefore must be earthed when connected to an AC
power supply.
The Pump also has an internal power source.
dWhen connected to an external power source, a three-wire (Live, Neutral, Earth) supply must be used. If the
integrity of the external protective conductor in the installation or its arrangement is in doubt, the Pump
should be operated from the battery.
If the Pump is dropped, subjected to excessive moisture, fluid spillage, humidity or high temperature, or
otherwise suspected to have been damaged, remove it from service for inspection by a qualified service
engineer. When transporting or storing the Pump, use original packaging where possible, and adhere to
temperature, humidity and pressure ranges stated in the 'Specifications' section and on the outer packaging.
Electromagnetic Compatibility and Interference
MThe Pump is protected against the effects of external interference, including high energy radio frequency
emissions, magnetic fields and electrostatic discharge (for example, as generated by electrosurgical and
cauterising equipment, large motors, portable radios, cellular telephones etc.) and is designed to remain safe
when abnormally high levels of interference are encountered.
Therapeutic Radiation Equipment: Do not use the Pump in the vicinity of any Therapeutic Radiation
Equipment. Levels of radiation generated by the radiation therapy equipment such as Linear Accelerator,
may severely affect functioning of the Pump. Please consult manufacturer’s recommendations for safe
distance and other precautionary requirements. For further information, please contact your local CareFusion
representative.
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI): The Pump contains ferromagnetic materials which are susceptible
to interference with magnetic field generated by the MRI devices. Therefore, the Pump is not considered
an MRI compatible pump. If use of the Pump within an MRI environment is unavoidable, then CareFusion
highly recommends securing the Pump at a safe distance from the magnetic field outside the identified
‘Controlled Access Area’in order to evade any magnetic interference to the Pump; or MRI image distortion.
This safe distance should be established in accordance with the manufacturers’recommendations regarding
electromagnetic interference (EMI). For further information, please refer to the product Technical Service
Manual (TSM). Alternatively, contact your local CareFusion representative for further guidance.
Accessories: Do not use any non-recommended accessory with the Pump. The Pump is tested and compliant
with the relevant EMC claims only with the recommended accessories. Use of any accessory, transducer
or cable other than those specified by CareFusion may result in increased emissions or decreased Pump
immunity.
This Pump is a CISPR 11 Group 1 Class A device and uses RF energy only for its internal function in the normal
product offering. Therefore, its RF emissions are very low and are not likely to cause any interference with the
nearby electronic equipment. However, the Pump emits a certain level of electromagnetic radiation which is
within the levels specified by IEC/EN60601-1-2. If the Pump interacts with other equipment, measures should
be taken to minimise the effects, for instance by repositioning or relocation.
In some circumstances the pump may be affected by an electrostatic discharge through air at levels close
to or above 15kv; or by radio frequency radiation close to or above 10v/m. If the pump is affected by this
external interference the pump will remain in a safe mode; the pump will duly stop the infusion and alert
the user by generating a combination of visual and audible alarms. Should any encountered alarm condition
persist even after user intervention, it is recommended to replace that particular pump and quarantine the
pump for the attention of appropriately trained technical personnel.