Heartware® Controller - HeartWare Ventricular Assist System Patient Manual

HeartWare® Ventricular Assist System Patient Manual
6.2 HeartWare® Controller
The controller (Figure 3) operates your pump and makes sure that it is working correctly. The
controller is connected to your driveline and should have two power supplies (batteries, AC adapter
or DC adapter) connected at all times. The display on the controller gives information about pump
performance that includes the blood flow through the pump (L/min), impeller speed (RPM) and the
amount of power consumed (Watts). The controller also warns you if there is a problem with your
pump or with the power supplies connected to your controller.
CAUTION: Tell your physician if you have sight or hearing problems. The controller
uses words, lights and sounds to tell you how the system is operating and when to
seek additional help.
Figure 2: HVAD® Pump with Impeller
Figure 3: Controller
1. Monitor Connection
2. Power Connection
3. Driveline Connection
4. Power Connection
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