SynCardia Companion 2 Driver System, Operator'S Manual

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SynCardia Systems, LLC
Companion 2 Driver System Operator Manual
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Chapter 13. Power Management
The Driver requires at least one source of power:
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Wall power from a grounded wall outlet (external power), or
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Power from one or both External Batteries
External power provides a continuous source of power. The Driver uses external
power when docked into the Hospital Cart or Driver Caddy, and the power cord is
plugged into the power inlet and the wall outlet.
The Driver cannot use external power when not docked into the Hospital Cart or
Driver Caddy.
The Batteries provide a rechargeable source of power that allow the patient to
move freely. However, Batteries can only be used for a limited time. When fully
charged, each Battery provides a minimum of 30 minutes of support. Two fully
charged Batteries provide a minimum of 60 minutes of support.
The External Batteries will charge while installed in a Driver that is docked into a
Hospital Cart or Driver Caddy connected to a wall outlet.
13.1. Using External Power
13.1.1. Unless the patient is on an excursion within the hospital or on
hospital grounds, it is advisable to plug the Hospital Cart or Driver
Caddy with the installed Driver into a wall outlet using the power
cord. This provides power for an unlimited amount of time.
13.1.2. To connect external power:
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Plug the locking connector ( Figure 13-1 ) from the power
cord into the Hospital Cart or Driver Caddy power inlet and
make sure the connection is secure.
Figure 13-2 and
Figure 13-3 show where the power inlet is located on the
Hospital Cart and Driver Caddy.
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Connect the plug end of the power cord into a grounded
wall outlet.
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Make sure that the External Power Indicator on the Driver
turns green. If the light does not turn green, the Driver is
using battery power.