3.2
REUSABLE SYSTEM COMPONENTS
The Impella
®
RP System consists of the following reusable components:
• Automated Impella® Controller—provides the user interface, alarm indications, and
portable battery
• Automated Impella® Controller cart—for easy transport of the Automated Impella®
Controller
SINGLE-USE SYSTEM COMPONENTS
The Impella® RP System also includes the following single-use components:
• Impella® RP Catheter
• Purge cassette
• Introducer kit
• Connector cable
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION
Figure 3.2 illustrates how the Automated Impella® Controller connects to the Impella® RP
Catheter and accessory components.
Disconnect Y Connector from Purge Tubing
Dextrose
Solution
Automated Impella
®
Controller
Impella
®
RP Catheter
Connector
Cable
Purge Cassette
Figure 3.2 Automated Impella
®
Controller, Impella
®
RP Catheter, and Accessories
Instructions for Use & Clinical Reference Manual (US)
Connect Purge Tubing
Directly to Impella
®
RP Catheter