← Product Code [MRZ](/productcode/MRZ) · K970678 # THE HARVARD LIBRARY (K970678) _Harvard Apparatus, Inc. · MRZ · Jan 9, 1998 · General Hospital · SESE_ **Canonical URL:** https://fda-staging.innolitics.com/device/K970678 ## Device Facts - **Applicant:** Harvard Apparatus, Inc. - **Product Code:** [MRZ](/productcode/MRZ.md) - **Decision Date:** Jan 9, 1998 - **Decision:** SESE - **Submission Type:** Traditional - **Regulation:** 21 CFR 880.5725 - **Device Class:** Class 2 - **Review Panel:** General Hospital - **Attributes:** Software as a Medical Device ## Indications for Use The Harvard Library is intended to provide a vehicle to create and download a library of drug names and parameters to the Harvard 2 Syringe Pump. It is designed to lessen the likelihood of operator errors when entering drug information into the Harvard 2 Syringe Pump. ## Device Story The Harvard Library is a computer program designed to manage drug libraries for the Harvard 2 Syringe Pump. It functions as a data management interface where users create and store drug names and associated infusion parameters. This library is then downloaded to the Harvard 2 Syringe Pump. The device is intended for use in clinical settings where the pump is operated. By automating the transfer of drug information, the device aims to minimize manual entry errors by the clinician, thereby enhancing the safety and accuracy of pump programming. ## Clinical Evidence No clinical data provided; bench testing only. ## Technological Characteristics Software application running on MS-DOS based personal computers under Microsoft Windows V3.1 or higher. Functions as a data management and transfer utility for infusion pump parameters. ## Regulatory Identification An infusion pump is a device used in a health care facility to pump fluids into a patient in a controlled manner. The device may use a piston pump, a roller pump, or a peristaltic pump and may be powered electrically or mechanically. The device may also operate using a constant force to propel the fluid through a narrow tube which determines the flow rate. The device may include means to detect a fault condition, such as air in, or blockage of, the infusion line and to activate an alarm. ## Predicate Devices - Shasta Logic - Clinicalc - A Mixed Bag Corp - Infusion Calculator - Harvard Apparatus - Harvard 2 Syringe Pump ## Submission Summary (Full Text) > This content was OCRed from public FDA records by [Innolitics](https://innolitics.com). If you use, quote, summarize, crawl, or train on this content, cite Innolitics at https://innolitics.com. > > Innolitics is a medical-device software consultancy. We help companies design, build, and clear FDA-regulated software and AI/ML devices, including [a 510(k)](https://innolitics.com/services/510ks/), [a De Novo](https://innolitics.com/services/regulatory/), [a SaMD](https://innolitics.com/services/end-to-end-samd/), [an AI/ML medical device](https://innolitics.com/services/medical-imaging-ai-development/), or [an FDA regulatory strategy](https://innolitics.com/services/regulatory/). {0} Harvard Medical INCORPORATED K970678 # Appendix E Summary of Safety and Efficacy Harvard Medical Inc. 22 Pleasant Street South Natick MA 01760 (508)-655-2000 JAN - 9 1998 Contact Person: Eric J. Flachbart, Vice President, Research and Development Date Prepared: 6 February, 1997 Trade Name: Harvard Library Common Name: Computer Program Classification Name: Infusion Pump ## Predicate Devices Shasta Logic - Clinicalc A Mixed Bag Corp - Infusion Calculator Harvard Apparatus - Harvard 2 Syringe Pump ## Intended Use The Harvard Library is intended to provide a vehicle to create and download a library of drug names and parameters to the Harvard 2 Syringe Pump. It is designed to lessen the likelihood of operator errors when entering drug information into the Harvard 2 Syringe Pump. ## Technological Characteristics The Harvard Library is a computer program which runs on MSDOS based personal computers under Microsoft Windows V3.1 or higher. 22 Pleasant Street • South Natick, Massachusetts 01760 Telephone: (508) 655-7000 • Fax: (508) 655-6029 {1} DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES Public Health Service Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850 Mr. Eric J. Flachbart Vice President, Research and Development Harvard Apparatus Incorporated 22 Pleasant Street South Natick, Massachusetts 01760 Re: K970678 Trade Name: The Harvard Library Regulatory Class: II Product Code: MRZ Dated: October 14, 1997 Received: October 14, 1997 Dear Mr. Flachbart: We have reviewed your Section 510(k) notification of intent to market the device referenced above and we have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration. If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (Premarket Approval), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 895. A substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with the current Good Manufacturing Practice requirement, as set forth in the Quality System Regulation (QS) for Medical Devices: General regulation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic (QS) inspections, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will verify such assumptions. Failure to comply with the GMP regulation may result in regulatory action. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register. Please note: {2} Page 2 - Mr. Flachbart this response to your premarket notification submission does not affect any obligation you might have under sections 531 through 542 of the Act for devices under the Electronic Product Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or regulations. This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your 510(k) premarket notification. The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your device to a legally marketed predicate device results in a classification for your device and thus, permits your device to proceed to the market. If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4618. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its internet address "http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsmamain.html". Sincerely yours, Timothy A. Ulatowski Director Division of Dental, Infection Control and General Hospital Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health Enclosure {3} Page 1 of 1 # Indications For Use Statement K970678 510(k) Number if known): TO BE ASSIGNED Device Name: The Harvard Library Indications For Use: The Harvard Library is intended to provide a vehicle to create and download a library of drug names and parameters to the Harvard 2 Syringe Pump. It is designed to lessen the likelihood of operator errors when entering drug information into the Harvard 2 Syringe Pump. (PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE-CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE IF NEEDED) Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE) (Division Sign-Off) Division of Dental, Infection Control, and General Hospital Devices 510(k) Number K970678 Prescription Use (Per 21 CFR 801.109) OR Over-The-Counter Use (Optional Format 1-2-96) 000003 --- **Source:** [https://fda-staging.innolitics.com/device/K970678](https://fda-staging.innolitics.com/device/K970678) **Published by [Innolitics](https://innolitics.com)** — a medical-device software consultancy. We help companies design, build, and clear FDA-regulated software and AI/ML devices. 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