Smiths Medical 3500-VER4 - Medfusion 3500 (Ver. 4) Pump, Refurbished, Each
The Smiths Medical 3500-VER4 Medfusion 3500 Version 4 Pump is a refurbished syringe infusion pump designed to deliver fluids and medications at accurately controlled rates. Its compact horizontal design supports precise syringe-based infusion therapy in neonatal, pediatric, adult, critical care, anesthesia, and other clinical environments where dependable low-volume delivery is essential.
This refurbished Medfusion 3500 syringe pump is supplied as one unit and provides clinicians with flexible programming options for a broad range of infusion applications. Available features and supported settings may vary according to the pump configuration, installed software, approved syringe brands, and facility-specific protocols.
Key Benefits
- Supports precise delivery of medications and fluids using compatible syringes.
- Designed for continuous, intermittent, volume-over-time, body-weight-based, and other configurable infusion modes.
- Accommodates multiple syringe brands and sizes when correctly configured.
- Offers a wide programmable flow-rate range based on the selected syringe size and clinical setup.
- Horizontal syringe placement helps protect the syringe barrel and supports efficient loading.
- Provides visual and audible alerts to help clinicians identify infusion conditions requiring attention.
- Compact construction makes the pump suitable for bedside use and transport within healthcare facilities.
- Refurbished condition offers a cost-effective alternative to purchasing new infusion equipment.
Compatibility and Applications
The Medfusion 3500 Version 4 Pump is intended for use with syringe brands and sizes programmed into the device configuration. Depending on its installed settings, the pump may support commonly used syringes ranging from approximately 1 mL to 60 mL. Clinicians must confirm that the selected syringe manufacturer and size displayed by the pump match the syringe physically installed before beginning an infusion.
The pump may be used for accurately controlled arterial, enteral, epidural, intravenous, spinal, and subcutaneous infusions when permitted by the applicable labeling, clinical protocol, and pump configuration. Typical applications include medication delivery in neonatal and pediatric intensive care, adult critical care, operating rooms, emergency departments, infusion centers, and other monitored healthcare settings.
Usage Guidelines
Only trained healthcare professionals should prepare, program, operate, and monitor the Smiths Medical Medfusion 3500 syringe pump. Before use, inspect the pump, power cord, battery status, syringe holder, plunger mechanism, pole clamp, display, keypad, and alarm functions for visible damage or operational concerns.
- Verify that the pump has passed the facility's required inspection and preventive maintenance procedures.
- Select a compatible syringe that is approved in the pump configuration.
- Prepare and label the medication or fluid according to institutional policy.
- Load the syringe securely, ensuring that the barrel flange and plunger are correctly positioned.
- Confirm the syringe manufacturer and size shown on the display.
- Program the prescribed infusion parameters and independently verify the settings when required.
- Prime the administration set and remove air according to clinical protocol before connecting it to the patient.
- Start the infusion and observe the pump, tubing, access site, and patient response.
- Respond promptly to occlusion, empty syringe, low battery, system, or other alarm conditions.
Certifications and Safety Standards
The original Medfusion 3500 platform was manufactured for use as a medical syringe infusion device and was designed to meet applicable medical electrical equipment and infusion pump safety requirements in the markets where it was distributed. Regulatory status, labeling, electrical certification, software configuration, and service documentation should be verified for the specific refurbished unit before clinical deployment.
Healthcare facilities should confirm that the device has been inspected, cleaned, tested, and refurbished by qualified personnel in accordance with the manufacturer's service procedures and applicable biomedical engineering standards. The pump should not be placed into service without the required incoming inspection, electrical safety testing, performance verification, and documentation.
Comparison with Competitors
Compared with basic syringe drivers, the Medfusion 3500 Version 4 Pump provides broader programming capabilities, support for multiple syringe configurations, and clinical alarm functions intended for hospital-based infusion therapy. Its horizontal loading design may also offer easier syringe visibility and protection than some vertically oriented pump systems.
Newer syringe pumps may provide updated software, wireless connectivity, enhanced drug-library integration, larger displays, or electronic medical record interoperability. However, a properly refurbished Medfusion 3500 can remain a practical option for facilities seeking reliable syringe infusion capabilities while controlling equipment acquisition costs. Buyers should compare software versions, battery condition, available accessories, service history, warranty coverage, and compatibility with existing clinical workflows.
Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios
The Smiths Medical 3500-VER4 Medfusion 3500 Pump is commonly selected by hospitals, surgical facilities, specialty clinics, infusion centers, biomedical departments, and healthcare organizations that require controlled syringe-based medication delivery.
Typical users include registered nurses, anesthesiology professionals, physicians, neonatal and pediatric care teams, critical care clinicians, infusion specialists, and trained biomedical technicians. Application scenarios may include low-volume medication infusions, neonatal therapy, vasoactive drug delivery, analgesic administration, sedation support, antibiotic therapy, and other treatments requiring carefully programmed syringe delivery.
Best Practices for Use and Maintenance
- Follow the operator's manual and facility-approved infusion policies for every procedure.
- Verify the syringe brand, syringe size, medication concentration, dose, rate, and route before starting therapy.
- Use only compatible syringes and administration components approved for the configured pump.
- Keep the pump connected to AC power when practical to preserve battery capacity.
- Test battery performance at the intervals required by the biomedical maintenance program.
- Clean and disinfect exterior surfaces using approved products and procedures.
- Do not immerse the pump or allow cleaning fluid to enter openings, connectors, or internal components.
- Inspect the syringe holder, barrel clamp, plunger driver, pole clamp, keypad, display, and power cord regularly.
- Perform preventive maintenance, calibration verification, alarm testing, and electrical safety testing at scheduled intervals.
- Remove the device from service if it is dropped, damaged, contaminated internally, or unable to complete required operational checks.
Regulatory and Safety Information
This syringe infusion pump is intended for professional medical use and should be operated only by personnel trained in infusion therapy and the specific device configuration. Programming errors, incorrect syringe selection, improper loading, unsuitable administration sets, unrecognized occlusions, and inadequate monitoring may result in delayed delivery, over-infusion, under-infusion, interruption of therapy, or patient injury.
Because this product is refurbished, purchasers should verify the unit's refurbishment process, software version, service records, battery condition, included accessories, warranty, and performance testing documentation. Confirm that the device is appropriate for the intended clinical application and complies with all facility, local, state, and federal requirements before use. Refer to the applicable operator's manual for complete indications, contraindications, warnings, precautions, alarm instructions, cleaning procedures, and technical specifications.
How to Order
Select the Smiths Medical 3500-VER4 Medfusion 3500 (Ver. 4) Pump, Refurbished, Each and add it to your cart. Complete checkout with your preferred shipping and payment options. For bulk orders, quotes, or further assistance, contact CIA Medical customer service at (312)275-5850 or use the contact form on this page.
