Stryker : FAQ

How do I clean Color Cuff I reusable tourniquet cuffs?

A copy of the cleaning instructions is provided with each reusable Color Cuff I.

Can the Color Cuff I reusable tourniquet cuffs be sterilized?

No, the reusable tourniquet cuffs cannot be sterilized.

How are the single use Color Cuff II tourniquet cuffs sterilized?

These cuffs are EtO sterilized. The pouch is designed to insure the tourniquet remains sterile until opened and used.

Are the Color Cuff I and II latex free?

Yes, all Color Cuff tourniquets are latex free.

Can the tourniquet tubing also be used for IV or other fluid delivery?

No. The tubing used with the tourniquet system was designed to only be used for connection of tourniquet cuff to the tourniquet pump. It must never be used for any other purposes.

How can I tell if there is an air leak in the tubing, tubing connection or tourniquet cuff?

Cuff and fill line leaks may cause regular, frequent cycling of valves accompanied by repeated or continuous pump motor activity refilling the internal pressure reservoir. This type of leak becomes problematic if the leak volume increases during the procedure, creating a leak rate, which cannot be compensated for by the SmartPump’s maximum flow rate. Discard damaged reusable cuffs, replace damaged cuff O-rings and fill lines and use new, single use disposable cuffs. Failure to comply may result in patient injury.

How do I set the time and date on the single channel SmartPump?

Explanation

To Set the System Time and Date Values

Note: The pump has a real-time clock, powered by an internal battery, which tracks time and date information. The Clock does not adjust for daylight savings time changes automatically.

To Initiate Setting the Values

Ensure the READY icon is displayed on the screen and the cuffs are not inflated.
Press and hold the SET SAVE button and the TIME CONTROL ADJUSTMENT button simultaneously for four seconds
Release both buttons. Locate the time value (HH:MM, 24 hour format) on the information screen and observe the hour value is blinking

To Set the Hour Value

Scroll the TOUCH WHEEL button clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease, respectively, the hour value.
Press the SET-SAVE button to save the new value, Observe the minute value is blinking.

To Set the Minute Value

Scroll the TOUCH WHEEL button clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease, respectively, the minute value.
Press the SET - SAVE button to save the new value. Locate the date value (MN.DY, 12.06 format) on the information screen and observe the month value is blinking

To Set the Month Value

Scroll the TOUCH WHEEL button clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease, respectively, the month value.
Press SET-SAVE button to save the new value, Observe the day value is blinking.

To Set the Day Value

Scroll the TOUCH WHEEL button clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease, respectively, the day value.
Press SET-SAVE button to save the new value. Observe the year value is blinking

To Set the Year Value

Scroll the TOUCH WHEEL button clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease, respectively, the year value.
Press SET-SAVE button to save the new time and date values.
Ensure the READY icon appears on the information screen.

How do I set the time and date on the dual channel SmartPump?

Explanation

Be sure the SmartPump is in the Ready state.

Press and hold Set/Save and + Time buttons on the left side of the SmartPump for 4 seconds. Release both buttons. The current time value (HH:MM, 24 hour format) will appear at the top of the LCD, with the hours value blinking. In this example, the hour's value is 12 (noon) (time is in 24 hour format). 12:34

To set the hours: Use the left side increase (+) or decrease (-) buttons to adjust the hours setting.

Press Set/Save to save the new hours setting. The current minutes value will now be blinking. In this example, the minute's value is 34. 12:34

To set the minutes: Use the left side increase (+) or decrease (-) buttons to adjust the minutes setting.

Press Set/Save to save the new minutes setting. The current calendar date value will appear at the top of the LCD, with the month value blinking. The month value (in this example, 12, which is December) will be blinking. 12.06

To set the month: Use the left side increase (+) or decrease(-) buttons to adjust the month setting.

Press Set/Save to save the new month setting. The current calendar date value will now be blinking. In this example, the date is the 6th. 12.06

To set the calendar date: Use the left side increase (+) or decrease (-) buttons to adjust the date setting.

Press Set/Save to save the new date setting. The current minutes value will now be blinking. The current calendar year value will appear at the top of the LCD. In this example, the year is 2005

To set the year: Use the left side increase (+) or decrease (-) buttons to adjust the year setting.

Press Set/Save to save the new time and date settings. The SmartPump will now return to the Default Display mode.

What is the purpose of the button on the Tourniquet Report printer?

The button on the top surface of the printer is used to advance the labels to the next label perforation. This is typically only done once when a new roll of 500 labels is installed.

What is the significance of illuminated ring around the Tourniquet Report printer's label advance button?

The thin translucent ring around the button on the top of the printer conveys the status of the printer:

ring is solid green - Power is connected, the printer is on and the labels are properly aligned.
ring is not lit - Power is not applied to the printer or the on/off switch is in the off position. Check the switch (lower right side of the printer) and the power adapter connections.
ring is solid yellow or blinking yellow - There is some problem with the printer. Typical problems would include:

top of the printer is not fully closed and latched
labels are not properly aligned in the printer (see instructions in printer lid)
the printer is out of labels

How do I get my SmartPump repaired?

Please contact Stryker at 800-253-3210, Option 1 for customer service. If necessary, a loaner SmartPump can be provided while your unit is being repaired.

What maintenance checks should I perform on my SmartPump?

Annual maintenance is described in the User Guide for each model of SmartPump.

When I deflate a cuff, can I immediately re-inflate it or do I need to wait until it is first fully deflated?

The deflation process will stop and the cuff will re-inflate immediately when the Inflate button is pressed. This can be especially useful during initial reperfusion of a limb.