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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Flowtron ACS900
526933EN_11 • 02/2021

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Flowtron ACS900 526933EN_11 • 02/2021...
  • Page 2 Mandatory to read the Instructions for Use Design Policy and Copyright ® and ™ are trademarks belonging to the Arjo group of companies. © Arjo 2021. As our policy is one of continuous improvement, we reserve the right to modify designs without prior notice.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    About the Flowtron ACS900 System ........
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  • Page 5: General Safety

    • Do not use the pump in the presence of uncontained flammable liquids or gasses. • Only the pump and garment combination as indicated by Arjo should be used. The correct function of the product cannot be guaranteed if incorrect pump and garment combinations are used.
  • Page 6 Expected Service Life The pump has an expected service life of seven years. To maintain the condition of the pump have the pump serviced regularly according to the schedule recommended by your Arjo distributor. Do NOT use unapproved accessories or attempt to modify, disassemble or otherwise misuse the system.

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT). The garments are single patient use - do not re-use. It is not for use in the home healthcare environment. The Flowtron ACS900 system should be used as part of a prescribed plan of care (refer to “Indications” on page 5).

  • Page 8: Pump: Front View

    Pump: Front View Garment Tubeset Connector 1 LED Indicators Connectors (Blue Button) Control Buttons Power Button LCD Screen Tubeset Connector 2 (Orange Button) Tubeset Retention Clips Swing-out Bed-Hooks Mains Power Cord Mains Power Cord Retention Clip Pump: Rear View Integral Carry Handle USB Port (refer to Service Manual SER0026)

  • Page 9: Clinical Applications

    2. Clinical Applications Indications The intended use of the Flowtron ACS900 system is to help prevent Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT). The system should be combined with an individualised monitoring programme. This system represents one aspect of a DVT strategy; if the patient's condition changes, the overall therapy regimen should be reviewed by the prescribing clinician.

  • Page 10: Cautions

    2. Known or suspected acute deep vein thrombosis, thrombophlebitis or pulmonary embolism. 3. Any local condition in which the garments would interfere, including: • Gangrene • Recent skin graft • Dermatitis • On untreated, infected leg wounds NOTE If you are unsure of any contraindications refer to the patient’s physician before using the device.

  • Page 11: Guidelines And Recommendations

    7. When used for DVT prevention, continuous external pneumatic compression is recommended until the patient is fully ambulatory. Uninterrupted use of the system is encouraged. 8. The system should be USED WITH CAUTION on patients with: • Insensitive extremities. • Diabetes. •...

  • Page 12: Controls, Alarms And Indicators

    3. Controls, Alarms and Indicators Control Panel with Typical LCD Screen View in Run Mode Mains Indicator LCD Screen Power Button Left Control Button Middle Control Button Right Control Button Power Button To switch the pump on: • Connect the pump to mains power and the pump and Mains Indicator will run its internal diagnostic tests and go to Standby (refer to “Standby Screens”...

  • Page 13: Lcd Screen Icons

    Middle Control Button When the pump is in Standby and one or two garments are connected, press this button to put the pump into the Run mode and start therapy; the LED indicators on the front and underside of the case will be illuminated green.
  • Page 14 Garment Type and These show which garment type is connected to each tubeset and when each garment is being inflated.. Inflation Indication NOTE A garment connected but not inflated is shown as an outline on the leg icon. When it is inflated, the garment outline is filled in black Connected and Connected and...
  • Page 15 Mains Power Indication The pump is connected to the mains power supply. The pump is NOT connected to the mains power supply. Battery Indication When the pump is connected to the mains power supply: • If the battery is fully charged, the indicator will be static and show “full”.

  • Page 16: Led Indicators On The Pump Case

    Audible Alarm Status When an alarm which is able to be muted is shown on the LCD screen, this icon is shown to indicate that the alarm can now be muted. When the pump is in Standby, this icon indicates that the alarm volume can be changed (refer to “To Change the Audible Alarm Volume Setting”...

  • Page 17: Operation

    “Troubleshooting” on page 24 of this IFU before calling a service engineer or contacting your local Arjo sales office. Installing the Pump 1. The pump should be placed feet down on any convenient horizontal surface or alternatively suspend the unit with the use of bed hooks (integral hanging brackets).

  • Page 18: Standby Screens

    NOTE The Start Therapy icon does not appear until at least one garment is connected to a tubeset connector. Apply the prescribed Arjo garment(s) to the patient by following the instructions on the garment(s). NOTE Do not re-use the garments. Do not use the garments on multiple patients.

  • Page 19: Starting Therapy

    The following four screens show typical Standby screens with different garment configurations. NOTE A garment connected but not inflated is shown as an outline on the leg icon. When it is inflated, the garment outline is filled in black. NOTE The same garment outline is used for both calf and calf &...
  • Page 20 Press the Middle Control button below the Start Therapy icon to start the therapy. The LEDs on the front and underside of the pump change to green. NOTE If the pump is switched on and one or more garments are connected to the pump, but therapy is not started within 15 minutes, an alarm will occur.
  • Page 21 2. Foot garment 1 is inflated to the target pressure, with an inflate time of 3 seconds and a deflate time of 27 seconds. The foot garment icon is black while it is inflated. 3. The foot garment is deflated to zero. Both garment icons are outlines.

  • Page 22: Stopping Therapy

    If calf (or calf & thigh) garments are attached to the pump, then each of these garments is inflated to the target pressure, with an inflate time of 12 seconds and a deflate time of 48 seconds. If a foot garment and a calf (or calf & thigh) garment are attached to the pump, then since the inflate and hold times for a foot garment are shorter than for a calf (or calf &...

  • Page 23: Switching Off The Pump

    Switching Off 1. Make sure the therapy is stopped and the pump is in Standby (refer to “Stopping Therapy” on the Pump page 18). 2. If connected, disconnect the mains power. 3. Press and hold the Power button for approximately 2 seconds until the LCD screen goes blank.
  • Page 24 To Change the Audible 1. When the pump is in Standby, press the Left Control button for 2 seconds to enter Audible Alarm Volume Setting Alarm Volume Setting mode. 2. The Audible Alarm Volume and Audible Alarm Status icons will be displayed in the bottom left of the screen.

  • Page 25: Settings Adjustment

    These changes, and returning the pump to the default settings, can only be made either: • By contacting service personnel through your local Arjo sales office, or • By trained authorised technical personnel at the facility. NOTE The pump pressures for foot garments and sequential calf and calf &...

  • Page 26: Cleaning And Disinfection

    Do not use anything abrasive to clean the LCD window on the pump. Chemical Disinfection Arjo recommends a chlorine-releasing agent, such as sodium hypochlorite, at a strength of 1,000ppm available chlorine (this may vary from 250ppm to 10,000ppm depending on local policy and contamination status).

  • Page 27: Routine Maintenance

    Arjo trained personnel to repair the system. Service Manual The Flowtron ACS900 Service Manual, part number SER0026, is available from your local Arjo sales office. Service Period Arjo recommend that the pump is serviced every 24 months by an Arjo authorised service agent.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    Where reference is made in the following Troubleshooting table to the Flowtron ACS900 Service Manual, this is part number SER0026 and is available from your local Arjo sales office. Troubleshooting Table The following table provides typical warning and alarm conditions shown on the LCD screen.
  • Page 29 Condition Description and Corrective Action The warning is activated after 4 minutes and shows Low Pressure/Leak a leak in garment 1 or its tubing. The warning changes to an alarm after an additional 6 minutes (10 minutes total). Examine the garment and tubing for leaks. The warning or alarm will be cleared if the leak is repaired.
  • Page 30 Condition Description and Corrective Action The Battery Low warning and alarm will only be Battery Low activated when the pump is operating from the battery (the mains power is disconnected). When any of these Battery Low warning or alarm screens are activated, connect the pump to the mains power supply to recharge the battery and continue therapy.
  • Page 31 Condition Description and Corrective Action The Faulty Tubeset warning and alarm are activated Faulty Tubeset if the pump detects a fault in the tubeset. For both conditions: • Switch off the pump. • Call the service engineer. If the pump is in Standby when the faulty tubeset is detected: •...
  • Page 32 Therapy is suspended. Switch off the pump. Call the service engineer. The fault codes and their descriptions can be found in the Flowtron ACS900 Service Manual, part number SER0026. The Tubeset Disconnected alarm is activated if the Tubeset Disconnected/ pump detects that the tubeset has been...
  • Page 33 Condition Description and Corrective Action The Battery Fault alarm is activated if the pump Battery Fault detects a fault in the internal battery. If the pump is in Standby, on battery power: • An alarm is activated which can be muted. •...

  • Page 34: Accessories

    8. Accessories The Flowtron ACS900 pump should only be used with the following garments: CALF GARMENTS Order Code Type Calf Circumference Therapy DVT5 DVT5 Small Calf Garment Up to 36 cm (14") Uniform DVT10 DVT10 Standard Calf Garment Up to 43 cm (17”)

  • Page 35: Technical Specification

    9. Technical Specification Pump Specification PUMP Part numbers 526000-XX 526000-17/18 (KSA) 526000-P-01/02 (America) 526000-P-31/32 (Russia) Supply Voltage (V) 100 - 230 V 230 V (KSA) Supply Frequency (Hz) 50 - 60 Hz 60 Hz (KSA) Power Input 10 - 40 VA Size H230 x W226 x D196 mm (9.1 x 8.9 x 7.5 in) Weight...

  • Page 36: Electromagnetic Compatibility

    Some procedures can help reduce electromagnetic interferences: • Use only Arjo cables and spare parts to avoid increased emissions or decreased immunity which can compromise the correct functioning of the equipment. • Ensure that other devices in patient-monitoring and/or life-support areas comply to accepted emissions standards.
  • Page 37 Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration - electromagnetic immunity Immunity Test IEC 60601-1-2 Compliance Electromagnetic environment - guidance Test Level Level Electrostatic ±2kV, ±4kV, ±8kV, ±2kV, ±4kV, Floors should be wood, concrete or ceramic discharge ±15kV air ±8kV, ±15kV tile. If floors are covered with synthetic (ESD) material the relative humidity level should be at least 30%...
  • Page 38 Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration - electromagnetic immunity Voltage dips, 0 % UT; 0,5 cycle 0 % UT; Mains power quality should be that of short At 0°, 45°, 90°, 0,5 cycle a typical commercial or hospital interruptions 135°, 180°, 225°, At 0°, 45°, environment.

  • Page 39: Symbols

    Symbols With respect to electric CE marking indicating shock, fire and conformity with European mechanical hazards only Community harmonised in accordance with CAN/ legislation Serial CSA-C22.2 No. 60601.1 E348583 Number Figures indicate Notified (2008) + (2014). ANSI/AAMI ES 60601-1 Body supervision. (2008) + (2014) (2005) +AMD (2012) ANSI/AAMI ES 60601-1...
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  • Page 43 AUSTRALIA FRANCE Arjo Australia Arjo SAS Arjo Polska Sp. z o.o. Building B, Level 3 2 Avenue Alcide de Gasperi 11 Talavera Road CS 70133 Macquarie Park, NSW, 2113, FR-59436 RONCQ CEDEX Tel: +48 61 662 15 50 Australia Tél: +33 (0) 3 20 28 13 13...
  • Page 44 At Arjo, we are committed to improving the everyday lives of people affected by reduced mobility and age-related health challenges. With products and solutions that ensure ergonomic patient handling, personal hygiene, disinfection, diagnostics, and the effective prevention of pressure ulcers and venous thromboembolism, we help professionals across care environments to continually raise...

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