B. Braun Outlook 300
B. Braun · Model Outlook 300
Leverage real-time data collected at the point of care for easy use by multiple departments • Easy integration with existing hospital information systems via open architecture • Utilizes industry standard 802.11b wireless protocol • Minimize network traffic and enable easy translation with ASCII data string • Enable authorized users to access realtime infusion data – from a PDA, at the nursing station, in the pharmacy, or at the pump • Eliminate the need for externally mounted interface with built-in wireless radio Improve the quality, safety and efficiency of patient care, without impacting clinical workflow, using wireless communication • Immediate access to DoseGuard™ dose limit data for continuous safety improvement • Track medication delivery trends to identify clinical support and training needs • At-a-glance visualization of vital information concerning patient’s IV therapy • Focus more time on patient care with automated charting
Key tips
- ·Free-flow protection must be verified on every PM - a failed anti-free-flow clamp is a direct overdose risk.
- ·Test occlusion alarms in both directions - failing to alarm when it should is more dangerous than a false alarm.
- ·Battery run-time complaints are the most common real-world nuisance call - a full charge/discharge cycle test catches most of them.
Typical Failure Modes
Failure patterns typical of this equipment class - general BMET reference, not verified against this exact unit's own service history unless flagged. Severity is a category-level estimate.
Occlusion / downstream blockage
HighSymptoms: Occlusion alarm, no flow, upstream pressure high.
Root cause: Kinked set, clamped line, patient vein issue.
Air-in-line detection
MediumSymptoms: Air-in-line alarm, infusion paused.
Root cause: Air in set, improperly primed tubing.
Free-flow (failure of anti-free-flow)
HighSymptoms: Uncontrolled flow when door open.
Root cause: Worn roller or failed free-flow valve.
Motor / drive failure
MediumSymptoms: Stalled infusion, inaccurate rate.
Root cause: Peristaltic motor or encoder wear.
Serviceable Parts & Consumables
The parts a BMET typically services on this class of equipment. Service class and relative cost are general engineering estimates for the category, not figures from this unit's documentation. Part numbers appear only when pulled from this unit's own service manual. Always confirm intervals and pricing against the manufacturer.
Air detector / ultrasonic sensor
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$R&R Moderate
Door microswitch
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $R&R Fairly easy
Occlusion sensor assembly
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$R&R Moderate
IV administration set
Consumable; per patient.
Class ConsumableRel. cost $R&R Easy
| Part | Service class | Relative cost | R&R difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air detector / ultrasonic sensor | Periodic replacement | $$ | Moderate |
| Door microswitch | Periodic replacement | $ | Fairly easy |
| Occlusion sensor assembly | Periodic replacement | $$ | Moderate |
| IV administration set Consumable; per patient. | Consumable | $ | Easy |
Relative cost: $ lowest · $$$$ highest service-part cost for this equipment class. Not a price.
PM Checklist
Preventive-maintenance tasks typical of this equipment class. Perform to the manufacturer's procedure and your facility's policy - this is general reference, not a schedule for this specific unit.
- ·Occlusion pressure and flow-rate accuracy verification
- ·Battery conditioning cycle
- ·Door latch and air-in-line sensor inspection
- ·Post-drop functional check before return to service
- ·Annual PM per manufacturer schedule
Troubleshooting Approach
A structured starting point derived from the failure modes above. Follow the manufacturer's service documentation for the actual procedure.
Symptom: Occlusion / downstream blockage
- Confirm the presentation - typically occlusion alarm, no flow, upstream pressure high - and note the exact alarm or message and the conditions when it occurs.
- Check the most likely cause first: kinked set, clamped line, patient vein issue.
- Isolate the affected subsystem using the manufacturer's functional check or self-test, where one is provided.
- If the fault is confirmed and not a field adjustment, service or replace the iV administration set per the manufacturer's service documentation.
- Return the device to service only after the manufacturer's functional and applicable electrical-safety checks pass.
- Record the findings, any parts used, and the verification results in the maintenance history.
Symptom: Air-in-line detection
- Confirm the presentation - typically air-in-line alarm, infusion paused - and note the exact alarm or message and the conditions when it occurs.
- Check the most likely cause first: air in set, improperly primed tubing.
- Isolate the affected subsystem using the manufacturer's functional check or self-test, where one is provided.
- If the fault is confirmed and not a field adjustment, service or replace the peristaltic roller / pump mechanism per the manufacturer's service documentation.
- Return the device to service only after the manufacturer's functional and applicable electrical-safety checks pass.
- Record the findings, any parts used, and the verification results in the maintenance history.
Technical Specs
- Volume to be Infused
- 0.1 to 999.9 ml
- Height
- 4.5 in
- Length
- 8.75 in
- Flow Rate Range
- 0.1 to 999.9 ml/h
- KVO Rate
- 3 ml/h or selected rate whichever is lower
- Weight
- 11 kg
- Flow Accuracy
- 5 %
- Infusion Pump Type
- General-Purpose
- Width
- 12 in
Typical Location
Where this class of equipment is typically deployed - general reference, not this unit's own placement record.
- Patient care floors
- ICU
- OR
- Oncology / infusion centers
- Home health (portable pumps)
Documents & Manuals
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