Thoratec HeartMate 3 Manual

Replace the Running System Controller with the Backup Controller
IMPORTANT! Do not attempt to change your System Controller without having
a trained, competent caregiver at your side to assist. Follow all alarm instructions,
SET-UP
Multiple Power Sources Available (have Power Module OR Mobile
Important! Keep the running System Controller connected to power.
a. Connect both the white and black connectors on the backup System Controller to power.
b. Promptly, move the driveline from the running controller to the backup controller.
See steps 1-4 below.
c. Ensure that the green pump running symbol (
1. Unlock and expose the red button.
REPLACE
SYSTEM
CONTROLLERS
AND CLOSE
3. Firmly insert the driveline until it snaps
SAFETY LOCK
into place.
FINISH
and MULTIPLE Power Sources
including calling the hospital.
a. Place the backup System Controller within reach.
c. Unlock the Safety Lock on the running System Controller.
Power Unit™ AND Batteries & Clips)
) is illuminated.
2. Align the WHITE arrow/alignment mark on the
Driveline with the WHITE arrow on the Controller.
4. Slide the Safety Lock over the red button.
IMPORTANT! If the Safety Lock does not slide fully over the red button,
the driveline is not connected. Disconnect the driveline and reconnect it.
a. Put the old, replaced System Controller into Sleep Mode by pressing and
holding the battery button for 5 seconds.
b. Do not use the old System Controller ever again. Contact your hospital contact
to request a new backup System Controller and for instructions on returning
the old one.
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r to the HeartMate 3 Left Ventricular Assist System Patient
Left Ventricular Assist System
Guide to Replacing
the Running System
Controller with the Backup
Controller for Patients and
Their Caregivers
For additional information
and guidelines, please refer to the
HeartMate 3 Patient Handbook.