Simulab ArteriaLineTrainer Product information sheet

ArteriaLineTrainer
QUICK START GUIDE & TIPS
EASY SET UP
The Simulab ArteriaLine Trainer arrives pre-loaded with a replaceable artery and
ultrasoundable tissue. To begin, follow the simple instructions below:
PREPARE THE FLUID
Prepare the simulated arterial blood. Simply ll the uid mixing container with
water, add a few drops of the red concentrate and mix.
FILL THE FLUID RESERVOIR
Remove the uid tank cap and ll the uid tank with 200 mL prepared
simulated arterial blood.
POWER THE SYSTEM
Connect the Power Supply to the System, plug into a wall outlet and turn the
power on with the power switch. If the system is properly powered, the switch
will light up green.
FILL THE ARTERY
With an artery installed, press FILL until the artery has completely lled. To
ensure the best imaging when using ultrasound, remove the hand cover to
check the tubing for bubbles. If bubbles are present press FILL again until the
uid line is clear.
SYSTEM IS READY FOR USE
The system is ready for use! See back page for overview of system components.
DRAIN & REPLACE ARTERY
Push and hold DRAIN until the artery is clear of uid. Turn system OFF.
Remove tissue and replace artery.
CAUTION
To reduce risk of spray, drain artery completely before removing tissue.
POWER OFF
Please drain uid tank and vessel, and power OFF when not in use.
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SYSTEM OVERVIEW
An overview of the Simulab ArteriaLine Trainer components:
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Hand Cover
Replaceable Tissue
Arm Cap
Battery Holder (battery sold separately)
Fluid Tank Cap
Artery Stands & Couplers
Replaceable Artery
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5
7
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Power Button
BPM Control
Pulse Strength Control
FILL/DRAIN Button
User Instructions
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DRAIN VESSEL
Remove arm cap, press and hold the DRAIN button until the uid has completely
drained. Do NOT remove the tissue until the vessel has completely drained and
lines are clear.
REMOVE TISSUE
When the vessel has been drained remove the hand cover and tissue.
REMOVE ARTERY FROM STANDS & DETACH CONNECTORS
Pull the artery up and out of the artery stands. TWIST each end of the connectors
counterclockwise to release the clasp at the coupler. A small CLICK will be
heard when the clasp is released. Repeat on the other end of the artery.
INSTALL NEW ARTERY INTO COUPLERS
Grab a new replaceable artery. To install, TWIST the couplers together clockwise
until you hear a small CLICK. This click will indicate that the connection has been
made. Repeat on the other end of the artery.
SECURE ARTERY IN STANDS
Replace and SECURE the connected artery into the artery stands.
REPLACE HAND COVER & ARM CAP
Replace the hand cover and the arm cap into their secured position before
replacing tissue.
PLACE ARTERY IN REPLACEABLE TISSUE
Place the replaceable tissue into the tissue cradle. Start by laying in the wider side
of the tissue. Ensure that the artery is COMPLETELY TUCKED into the cut-out in
the tissue before installing the rest of the tissue into the cradle. If the
tissue does not sit perfectly, lift the side of the tissue and make sure that the artery is
aligned properly.
PULL ARTERY UP AND OUT OF STANDS
TWIST UNTIL IT CLICKS
ARTERY REPLACEMENT

WARNING
Do NOT remove the replaceable tissue while in use. DRAIN vessel before removing tissue.
IMPORTANT
Between users, press the FILL button once to reset system.
DRAIN BEFORE CHANGING ARTERY
To prevent spray, drain the vessel BEFORE removing tissue.
DRAIN SYSTEM AFTER USE
At the end of each course and before storage, drain the vessel by pressing and holding the DRAIN
button.
STORE SYSTEM EMPTY & REMOVE VESSEL
To allow system tubing to dry, ensure you have fully emptied the uid tank and remove the vessel.
Ensure Artery is properly seated in the tissue.
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