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Chapter 1 Important safety information
If the Ikus is operating in emergency pulse mode, immediately visually
check whether the blood pump(s) is (are) filling and ejecting
completely. If one pump is not filling and/or ejecting completely, the
patient must be supported immediately using the manual pump (see
section 15.5: Driving blood pump(s) with the manual pump, page 204).
Otherwise there is a risk that the patient will not be supported
sufficiently.
If the Ikus is operated by the backup system provide the patient
immediately with a replacement Ikus.
Do not disconnect the Ikus from the mains power supply if the circuit
breaker is triggered. Otherwise there is a risk that the driving unit
immediately stops operating (see section 15.8: Circuit breaker and
battery fuse, page 208).
Do not use water or fluids to cool the Ikus! Otherwise there is a risk of
a short circuit or a malfunction of the device.
1.1.8 Procedures to minimize risk of thrombosis
WARNING
Ensure complete filling/ejection of the pump.
When using staged cannulae or a cannula extension set / connecting
set, the pumping rate may not be greater than the respective value
found in Tab. 16-9, page 216, as the pump will not eject its full volume
at higher rates.
At least every 4 hours, visually check of blood pump(s), visible part of
cannulae, cannula extension set and connecting set for deposit
formation.
1.1.9 Cleaning the components
WARNING
Cleaning the pump and the driveline: Do not use any acetone or
petroleum based products near the pump or drivelines.
We recommend using only water or alcohol to clean the pump and the
drive line.
IMPORTANT: Do not use any corrosive or colored solutions or organic
solvents to clean the blood pump or drivelines as they may alter the
surface of the product.
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