Abbott Heartmate 3, Patient Manual

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SYSTEM CONTROLLER:
CHANGES TO BACKUP
SYSTEM CONTROLLER — MULTIPLE SOURCES
2. REPLACE SYSTEM
CONTROLLER
Important: Keep the running System Controller
connected to power.
1. Connect the white and black connectors on
the backup System Controller to power.
2. Promptly move the driveline from the
running controller to the backup controller
(see steps A–C below).
3. Make sure that the green pump running
symbol on the backup System Controller
is illuminated.
Replace the running System Controller with the backup controller and multiple available power sources.
3. FINISH
1. Put the old, replaced System Controller into
sleep mode by disconnecting from the power,
and then pressing and holding the battery
button for 5 seconds.
2. Do not use the old System Controller ever again.
To request a new backup System Controller
and for instructions on returning the old one,
contact the hospital.
A. Align the driveline arrow/alignment mark with
the arrow on the controller.
C. Slide the safety tab over the red button.
B. Push the red button and 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.