CentriMag
TM
Circulatory Support System Operation Manual (US)
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© 2019 Abbott – Document No PL-0047, Rev 11 (December 2019)
7) Monitor the Console’s internal battery runtime. Refer to the tables in
Section 8.5.3
for additional information.
8) Fasten the Console to the transporter and ensure that the transporter is securely
fastened inside the vehicle to prevent movement.
8.6.3 Examples of Additional Equipment to Consider
1) Portable vital signs monitor, ventilator, and intra-aortic balloon pump console.
2) Oxygen tank(s), if applicable.
3) Straps to secure Console.
4) Supplies (sterile Pump, tubing, prime solution, etc.) and instruments (sterile tubing
clamps and scissors) necessary to replace a Pump, connector, or other component
of the System that may be damaged during transport.
8.6.4 FAA Recognized and Other Standards for Transport
The CentriMag Circulatory Support System, including the 2
nd
Generation CentriMag
Console and Monitor, has been successfully tested against applicable international
standards for air and ground transport. The System met all applicable requirements for the
following standards:
•
IEC 60068-2-27: Basic Environmental Testing Procedures: Shock
•
IEC 60068-2-6: Environmental Testing: Vibration
•
RTCA/DO-160G: Environmental Conditions and Test Procedures for Airborne
Equipment; Test Levels
o
Section 20.5, Radiated Susceptibility (RS) Test,
Category R
o
Section 21.5, Radiated RF Emissions Test,
Category M
WARNING
The Monitor should not be used in aircraft environments.
8.7 Shut Down by Operator
If the System is no longer needed to provide circulatory support, then the System shut
down can be executed as follows:
1) Stop the Pump (see
Section 8.1.3
“Manually Stopping the Pump”).
2) Push the power button at the back of the Console to shut down the System.
3) Store the Console plugged into AC power.
CAUTION
If the Console is turned OFF but left connected to the Mains (AC power source),
components inside the Console remain powered. Turn the Console OFF and
unplug the Console from the Mains to completely turn OFF power to the
Console.
