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2 System Operations
2-14 HeartMate III Left Ventricular Assist System Instructions for Use
System Controller User Interface Overview
The user interface on the System Controller is the primary interface for users during routine system
operation. It uses sounds, lights, symbols, and on-screen messages to communicate about how the
system is working. The user interface provides a visual display of system operation and on-screen
messages that instruct how to respond to alarms and other situations (
Figure 2.7 ).
HeartMate III patients (and their family members and caregivers) must be thoroughly trained on
how to interpret and use the user interface prior to discharge. Refer to
Educating and Training
Patients, Families, and Caregivers on page 6-12.
For situations that require attention, and depending on the urgency, the System Controller
provides one of two types of alarms: hazard and advisory. Hazard alarms occur for conditions
that are potentially life threatening for the patient and require immediate attention. Advisory
alarms are important, but not life threatening. For more information on System Controller alarms
and how to resolve them, refer to
System Controller Alarms on page 7-3.
Figure 2.7 System Controller User Interface
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Cable Disconnect Symbols
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Battery Button
3
Pump Running Symbol
4
Display Button
5
User Interface Screen
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Status Symbols
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Silence Alarm Button
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5
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