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Appendix
Reference
Guides
Alarms and
Emergencies
Patient
Management
Surgical
Implant and
Explant
Monitor
Peripherals
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HVAD
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PumpOverviewIntroduction
55HeartWare™ HVAD™ System Overview
2.6 Carrying Cases and Shower Bag (continued)
HeartWare
®
Shower Bag
A shower bag is available for use in conjunction with the HeartWare
™
HVAD
™
System. To ensure
safe and appropriate use of the shower bag, all patients and caregivers should be trained on
shower bag operation prior to use.
WARNING!
to do so. Patients who shower must use the HeartWare
®
Shower Bag.
WARNING!
hear alarms.
WARNING!
of a severe electrical shock, it should be connected to two batteries.
WARNING!
™
HVAD
™
System components and/or result in driveline exit site infection.
WARNING!
™
HVAD
™
damage them. If this happens, contact HeartWare.
WARNING!
charger or connectors, as this may damage HeartWare
™
HVAD
™
System components. If this happens,
contact HeartWare.
WARNING!
™
HVAD
™
System, as this may affect HeartWare
™
HVAD
™
System operation.
WARNING! Damaged equipment should be reported to HeartWare and inspected.
CAUTION:
driveline. Special care should be taken not to twist the driveline while sitting, getting out of bed,
adjusting controller or power sources, or when using the shower bag.
CAUTION:
™
HVAD
™
System. If
HeartWare
™
HVAD
™
System equipment malfunctions, contact HeartWare.
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