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8 Equipment Storage and Care
8-4 HeartMate III Left Ventricular Assist System Instructions for Use
Cleaning and Maintenance
Although the HeartMate III LVAS does not have external moving components, the external
components should undergo routine and periodic inspections, cleaning, and maintenance as
prescribed in this section.
General Cleaning Guidelines for All Equipment
Use a damp cloth to clean exterior surfaces of the system components, as needed. Water, with or
without a mild dish soap, may be used as a surface cleaner.
Cleaning the System Controller
As needed, clean exterior surfaces of the System Controller with a damp, lint-free cloth. If more
aggressive cleaning is needed, use warm water and a mild dish soap.
Periodically inspect the System Controller’s power connector pins for dirt or grease. If damage,
dirt, or contamination on the pins is found, do not attempt to clean the pins yourself. Report the
condition to Thoratec Corporation. Cleaning and service for the System Controller’s power
connector pins should be performed only by authorized technicians trained by
Thoratec Corporation.
Periodically inspect the System Controller’s audio speakers for dirt or grease. If a change in tone
or in loudness is noticed during a System Controller self test, the audio speaker sockets may be
obstructed. Audio speaker sockets may be cleaned using a small cotton swab that is moistened
(not dripping) with rubbing alcohol. Never insert anything sharp (such as a toothpick or pin) into
the audio speaker sockets.
WARNING !
• Do not allow water to penetrate into the interior of the equipment.
• Do not
immerse equipment in water or liquid. Immersion in water or liquid may cause the
Pump to stop.
WARNING !
Never submerge the System Controller into water or liquid. Submersion in water or liquid may
cause the Pump to stop.
CAUTION !
Inserting a sharp object into the System Controller audio socket may damage the speakers
inside.