AUTOMATED IMPELLA
®
CONTROLLER
The Automated Impella® Controller (see Figure 3.4) provides three vital functions to the operation of
the Impella® RP Catheter:
• The controller provides an interface for monitoring and controlling the function of the Impella
®
RP Catheter
• The controller provides a fluid purge to the Impella
®
RP Catheter
• The controller provides backup power when the Impella
®
RP System is operated away
from AC power
The controller weighs 26 lbs (11.8 kg) and can operate on its internal battery for at least 60 minutes
when fully charged. Using the controller, the Impella RP System can be used by trained healthcare
professionals in healthcare facilities and during medical transport (i.e., ambulance, helicopter, or
fixed-winged aircraft) environments.
The Automated Impella® Controller operation is described in detail in section 4 of this manual.
Figure 3.4 Automated Impella
®
Controller – Front View
Impella
®
RP with the Automated Impella
®
Controller
Automated Impella
®
Controller Battery Power
The controller can operate
on its internal lithium-ion
(Li-Ion) battery for at least 60
minutes when fully charged.
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