WalkMed WalkMed PCA
WalkMed · Model WalkMed PCA
The WalkMed PCA pump is a continuous infusion pump with Bolus dosing capability. WalkMed line of pumps are small, weigh less than a pound and have a long battery life making them ideal for a variety of ambulatory infusions. In addition to its compact size, the pumps have a protective cover that contains the drug safely during the infusion process. WalkMed ambulatory pumps are highly regarded for trouble-free performance and infusion accuracy.
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.
Door / carriage sensor fault
LowSymptoms: Set not recognized, door-open error.
Root cause: Dirty or failed door microswitch.
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.
Door microswitch
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $R&R Fairly easy
Occlusion sensor assembly
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$R&R Moderate
IV administration set
Consumable; per patient.
Class ConsumableRel. cost $R&R Easy
Peristaltic roller / pump mechanism
Common R&R on high-mileage pumps.
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$$R&R Difficult
| Part | Service class | Relative cost | R&R difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Door microswitch | Periodic replacement | $ | Fairly easy |
| Occlusion sensor assembly | Periodic replacement | $$ | Moderate |
| IV administration set Consumable; per patient. | Consumable | $ | Easy |
| Peristaltic roller / pump mechanism Common R&R on high-mileage pumps. | Periodic replacement | $$$ | Difficult |
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
- Height
- 4.4 in
- Length
- 1.8
- Flow Rate Range
- 0.1 to 19.99 ml/h
- Weight
- 0.81 lbs
- Flow Accuracy
- 5 %
- Infusion Pump Type
- Patient-Controlled Analgesic (PCA)
- Width
- 4 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
No documents available for this device yet.
Safety & Recalls
Synced live from the FDA openFDA API.
- RECALL
There have been reported incidents of fluid leaks at the luer connection. Leaks have been confirmed to originate from, or near, the reservoirs clearcolored female luer connecter.
- RECALL
WalkMed Infusion is initiaing a recall on their Triton FP Infusion Pump, Part Number 400000 due to the label on the right side of the pump containing an incorrect instruction.
- RECALL
Pump door may be in a near shut position, but unlatched, and the "Door Open" alarm may not sound.
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