Tandem t:slim X2, User Manual

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Chapter 4 – Getting Started
4.1 Charging the t:slim
X2 Pump
The t:slim X2 Pump is powered by an
internal lithium polymer rechargeable
battery. A full charge will last up to 7
days with normal use. Accessories for
charging from wall outlets and from PC
USB ports are included with the pump.
A car power adapter is not included
with the pump and may be purchased
separately. Reference Chapter 20 Tech-
nical Specifications for acceptable car
adapter specifications.
If you lose any of the included accesso-
ries, or need to purchase an accessory,
contact Tandem Diabetes Care, Inc. at
(877) 801-6901.
The battery level indicator is displayed
in the upper left portion of the Home
Screen. The charge amount will
increase or decrease by 5% at a time
(for example, you will see 100%, 95%,
90%, 85%). When the charge amount
is less than 5%, it will begin decreasing
1% at a time (for example, you will see
4%, 3%, 2%, 1%).
When you first receive your t:slim X2
To charge the pump from an AC
Power Outlet:
1. Plug the included USB cable into
the AC power adapter.
2. Plug the AC power adapter into a
grounded AC power outlet.
3. Plug the other end of the cable into
the micro USB port on the pump.
To charge the pump using a USB
port on a Personal Computer (PC):
Ensure that the PC complies with the
IEC 60950-1 (or equivalent) safety
standard.
1. Plug the included USB cable into
your computer.
2. Plug the other end of the cable
into the micro USB port on the
pump.
Before using a Mac or PC to charge
the t:slim X2 Pump, it is recommended
that a driver be installed on the com-
puter by downloading the t:connect
Uploader Software from our website
Pump, you will need to connect it to a
charging source before it can be used.
Charge the pump until the battery level
indicator on the upper left portion of
the Home Screen reads 100% (initial
charge can take up to 2.5 hours).
The t:slim X2 Pump continues to op-
erate normally while charging. You do
not need to disconnect from the pump
while charging.
PRECAUTION
MAKE SURE to not move further than the length
of the USB cable when you are connected to the
pump and to a charging source. Moving further
than the length of the USB cable may cause the
cannula to be pulled out of the infusion site. For
this reason it is recommended not to charge the
pump while sleeping.
If you choose to disconnect from the
pump while charging, check with your
healthcare provider for specific guide-
lines. Depending on the length of time
you are disconnected, you may need
to replace missed basal and/or bolus
insulin. Check your blood glucose be-
fore disconnecting from the pump and
again when you reconnect.