Thoratec HeartMate II Replacing Manual

Replace The Running System Controller With The Backup Controller
and MULTIPLE Power Sources
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SET-UP
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. After completing steps 1-4, ensure that the green pump running symbol (
1. Unlock and expose the red button.
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REPLACE
SYSTEM
CONTROLLERS
3. Firmly insert the driveline until it snaps into place.
Important! If the safety tab does not slide fully over the red button, the driveline is not connected.
Disconnect the driveline and reconnect it.
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FINISH
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Important! Do not attempt to change your System Controller without
having a trained, competent caregiver at your side to assist.
alarm instructions including calling the hospital if instructed.
a. Place the backup System Controller within reach.
b. Sit or lie down (you may get dizzy if the pump briefl y stops).
c. Unlock the driveline safety tab on the running System Controller.
Multiple Power Sources Available
(have Mobile Power Unit AND Batteries & Clips)
2. Align driveline arrow/alignment mark with the
arrow on the controller.
4. Slide the safety tab over the red button.
a. Put the old, replaced System Controller into Sleep Mode by disconnecting from power
then pressing and holding the battery button (
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.
Follow all
) is illuminated.
) for 5 seconds.
Guide to Replacing
the Running System
Controller with the Backup
Controller for Patients and
Their Caregivers
Featuring the Mobile Power Unit
For additional information
and guidelines, please refer to the
HeartMate II Patient Handbook.