Frequently Asked uestions
Frequently asked questions
The Q Pump is only compatible with Q Pump Feed Sets, which contain a cassette for easy single-handed set loading & unloading. Vesco Medical has a wide range of Q Pump Feed Sets available for all feed types. Check out our Feed Set Selection here.
To change the Q Pump Liquid Type setting for any kind of liquid, go to the Menu & press Liquid Type. On this screen, you can change your Liquid Type setting to Water/Breastmilk, Standard Nutrition, or Blenderized Diet.
Watch our video Changing Liquid Type on how to change the Liquid Type Setting on your Q Pump.
(NOTE: Do not use non-prescribed home-prepared blenderized or liquidized foods in Q Pump Feed Sets. Only use commercially available, prepared enteral feeding solutions and blenderized diets prepared by a clinician.)
Learning to program a new feed on the Q Pump is easy! Simply press the Start New Feed button on the main display & then select one of the four feed programs. Follow the prompts to set a Feed Rate & Total Dose. Then prime the feed set. Once you’re done, you’re ready to feed!
For more information on how to program different types of feed programs, watch our video Programming a Feed.
Wipe down the pump with a paper towel, cloth or moistened sponge regularly. For difficult to clean areas, you can wash the pump under slow running water. (NOTE: Make sure to turn pump OFF and disconnect from charger before cleaning. After cleaning, allow the pump to dry off completely before connecting charger to outlet.)
For more information on cleaning the Q Pump, watch Q Pump Cleaning & Maintenance.
The Q Pump will run for 24 hours at a rate of 125mL/hr on a full battery charge. The Q Pump takes approximately 6 hours to fully recharge. The battery symbol in the upper right-hand corner of the pump display indicates battery charge.
(NOTE: Varied use more or less intensive than 125mL/hr will use more or less of the battery charge, respectively.)
To turn on the Auto-Adjust Brightness feature, click System Settings from the Menu. Go to Brightness & Sound. Position the brightness slider bar all the way to the left in the dimmest position & then switch the Auto-Adjust Brightness button on.
For more information on brightness & sound features, watch Q Pump System Settings.
