Abbott Eterna 16000, User Manual

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Using Your Charger
The instructions in this section explain how to use your charging system to charge your
generator battery and charger battery, how to use the charging apparel, and how to care
for and travel with your charging system.
NOTE: Each time before using the system, inspect the device and its accessories for
damage. Avoid using a damaged device or accessory. If your device is damaged,
contact Technical Support.
Pairing the Charger with the Patient Controller
Before you use your charger for the first time, you may want to pair the charger with
your patient controller. Pairing refers to setting up communication between the charger
and the patient controller. When these devices are paired, you can use your patient
controller to monitor charging sessions, adjust charger settings, such as volume control,
and perform charger software updates. Refer to your patient controller user guide for
more information.
NOTE: Your charger and patient controller do not need to be paired or connected to
Bluetooth® wireless technology in order to charge your generator.
To prepare the charger for pairing, do the following:
1. Ensure that your patient controller and charger are charged. 1.
2. Place the patient controller near the charger.
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3. Turn on the charger.
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4. Press and hold the power icon on the charger for 5 seconds, and then release the
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button. The power icon and the battery icon blink once. Then the power icon blinks
quickly, indicating the charger is in the pairing state.
5. On the patient controller, select the charger you are pairing. Refer to your patient 5.
controller manual for more information.
NOTE: If the pairing does not occur within 5 minutes, the charger exits pairing
mode and then automatically turns off after 90 seconds of inactivity.
When to Charge Your Generator
Your clinician will help you plan a charging schedule that will work best for you to
maintain effective therapy. For example, you may establish a charging routine of once per
week.
The following are additional considerations to help you decide when to charge your
generator:
▪ Prior to an MRI ▪
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Prior to an upcoming surgery
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In anticipation of travel
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When the next charging opportunity is uncertain ▪
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When the patient controller application displays a low battery notification for your
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generator
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