HeartMate Universal Battery Charger IFU 2
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Connecting the affected device(s) to an electrical outlet different from the outlet
used to power the Universal Battery Charger (UBC).
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Consulting Thoratec’s Technical Services Department for advice and assistance.
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Using equipment and supplies other than those specified in this manual or sold by
Thoratec for replacement parts may affect the electromagnetic compatibility of the
Universal Battery Charger (UBC) with other devices. This may result in potential
interference between the UBC and other devices.
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The Universal Battery Charger (UBC) should not be used next to other equipment or
stacked on top of or with other equipment. The normal operation of the Universal
Battery Charger (UBC) must be verified if the charger is used in these configurations.
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Connect the Universal Battery Charger (UBC) (and any peripheral devices) only to
properly tested and grounded AC outlets dedicated to battery charger use. Do not use
an adapter for ungrounded wall outlets or multiple portable socket outlets (power
strips), or the risk of electrocution increases.
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Do not connect the Universal Battery Charger (UBC) to electrical outlets controlled
by a wall switch, or the charger may be left inoperable.
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If traveling internationally, you will need a Thoratec power cord set that is compatible
with the local voltage and that meets applicable national plug, rated voltage, rated
current, and safety agency marks and specifications. Ask your VAD Coordinator for a
Thoratec power cord set, if needed.
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Keep the Universal Battery Charger (UBC) away from water or moisture. If the UBC
has contact with water/moisture, rain/snow, shower spray, or wet surfaces, you may
get a serious electric shock or your Charger may fail to operate properly.
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Do not use the UBC near flammable anesthetic agents (such as nitric oxide), or an
explosion may occur.
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The HeartMate UBC cannot test or charge the black sealed lead acid (SLA)
HeartMate batteries originally used with the HeartMate Power Base Unit (PBU)
(catalog #2025).
Precautions
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Use only the HeartMate Universal Battery Charger (UBC) to charge HeartMate 12
volt NiMH and 14 volt Li-Ion batteries. Other battery chargers may damage
HeartMate batteries.
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Service and maintenance of the HeartMate UBC should be performed only by service
personnel who are trained and authorized by Thoratec Corporation.
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Make sure the UBC is plugged in and turned on (“I”) before placing batteries into the
pockets for charging.
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After approximately 70 uses, HeartMate batteries may need to be recalibrated. The
UBC indicates when a battery needs to be recalibrated. Calibration can take up to 12
