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System Operations 2
HeartMate III Left Ventricular Assist System Instructions for Use 2-23
Disconnecting the Driveline from the System Controller
F
OR THIS TASK YOU NEED
:
A running System Controller
T
O DISCONNECT THE DRIVELINE FROM THE
S
YSTEM
C
ONTROLLER
:
1. Orient the System Controller so the display is facing down.
2. Rotate the Safety Lock to the unlocked position ( Figure 2.13 ).
Figure 2.13 Unlocking the Safety Lock
3. Complete the following steps:
a. Firmly press the red button under the Safety Lock, while pulling the System Controller
Driveline Connector from the socket.
b. Grasp the bend relief of the Modular Cable while removing it.
Do not pull on or bend the System Controller Driveline Connector ( Figure 2.14 ).
Figure 2.14 Removing the Driveline
WARNING !
• Failure to connect to a running System Controller may result in serious injury or death.
• Failure to adhere to the following instructions may result in serious injury or death.