BioTek IDA-2
BioTek · Model IDA-2
• Quick, accurate measurements of steady and nonsteady flow devices • Flow-rate, delivered-volume, and occlusion-pressure testing • Portable (attaches on an IV-Pole). • Simple setup and operation • RS232/Printer ports Modes of Operation: • Steady Flow - This mode performs direct flow measurement by timing the displacement of fluid within a known volume. Use this mode for testing devices that have steady flow patterns, such as a syringe driver. The sample size varies with the flow rate, to minimize the time to first reading. • NonSteady Flow - This mode performs a volume measurement and derives the flow. This sample size is set at 1ml regardless of the flow rate. Use this mode to test infusion pumps with nonsteady flows and PCA's. Occlusion Pressure - Set the infusion pump to the manufacturer's recommended flow rate, and select occlusion on the Biotek IDA-2. Measurements will be displayed in mmHg or PSI. This measures the downstream occlusion on the infusion pump. • Priming - Priming the Biotek IDA-2 is a simple technique using an enclosed syringe. Generally this talk can be done with less than 5ml of fluid, depending on the priming solution.
Key tips
- ·When no category-specific guidance fits, default to the manufacturer's own service manual and the general troubleshooting method in the Engineer's Guide.
- ·Run an incoming and annual electrical safety test regardless of how niche the device is.
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.
Calibration drift
HighSymptoms: Readings out of tolerance on verification check.
Root cause: Reference component aging.
Battery / power fault
MediumSymptoms: Won't power on, unexpected shutdown mid-test.
Root cause: Aged internal battery or PSU.
Test lead / connector wear
MediumSymptoms: Intermittent or no reading through a specific lead.
Root cause: Repeated connect/disconnect cycles.
Display / readout fault
LowSymptoms: Blank, frozen, or garbled display.
Root cause: Display module or driver board aging.
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.
Test lead set
High-turnover; keep spares.
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$R&R Easy
Display module
Class Major service partRel. cost $$$R&R Difficult
Calibration reference module
Send out for annual re-certification.
Class Major service partRel. cost $$$$R&R Difficult
Rechargeable battery pack
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$R&R Fairly easy
| Part | Service class | Relative cost | R&R difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Test lead set High-turnover; keep spares. | Periodic replacement | $$ | Easy |
| Display module | Major service part | $$$ | Difficult |
| Calibration reference module Send out for annual re-certification. | Major service part | $$$$ | Difficult |
| Rechargeable battery pack | Periodic replacement | $$ | Fairly 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.
- ·Follow the manufacturer's PM schedule
- ·Perform incoming and annual electrical safety testing per facility biomedical program
Troubleshooting Approach
A structured starting point derived from the failure modes above. Follow the manufacturer's service documentation for the actual procedure.
Symptom: Calibration drift
- Confirm the presentation - typically readings out of tolerance on verification check - and note the exact alarm or message and the conditions when it occurs.
- Check the most likely cause first: reference component aging.
- 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 calibration reference module 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: Battery / power fault
- Confirm the presentation - typically won't power on, unexpected shutdown mid-test - and note the exact alarm or message and the conditions when it occurs.
- Check the most likely cause first: aged internal battery or PSU.
- 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 rechargeable battery pack 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
- Height
- 5.25 in
- Length
- 6.25 in
- Weight
- 5 lbs
- Voltage Range
- 115 to 230 VAC
- Width
- 9.75 in
Typical Location
Where this class of equipment is typically deployed - general reference, not this unit's own placement record.
- Varies by device - check the unit's own manual for facility placement guidance
Documents & Manuals
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