HeartWare HVAD Pump - Using the HVAD Controller AC Adapter or DC Adapter

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Appendix
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HVAD
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Pump Overview
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82 HVAD® Instructions for Use
4.5 Using the HVAD
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Controller AC Adapter or DC Adapter
The AC adapter (Figure 57) has cables that connect to the controller and into an electrical
outlet. Prior to connection to the controller, verify proper connection of the power cord to the
adapter (Figure 58) and electrical outlet. If not properly connected, perform the following steps:
1. Using a Philips screw driver, loosen the screw at the retainer clip to allow the retainer clip
to open.
2. Insert the AC power cord completely and securely into the receptacle of the AC adapter.
3. Tighten the screw at the retainer clip closing the retainer clip.
4. Ensure that AC power cord is secure in the adapter receptacle and cannot be pulled out.
A green indicator light on the adapter will indicate proper connection. Ensure that the power
indicator on the power adapter cable turns green before plugging into the controller.
Figure 58Figure 57
The DC adapter (Figure 59) plugs into the power port located in most cars. When the DC
adapter is properly connected to power, a green indicator light will be displayed on the adapter.
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Care of Adapters
The AC power adapter may be cleaned with the following agents:
 Alcohol (Isopropyl 90% or Ethyl 70%).
Hydrogen peroxide solution (1.4%).
 n-Alkyl Dimethyl Dibenzyl Ammonium Chloride combined with n-Alkyl Dimethyl Ethybenzyl
Ammonium Chloride (active agent in some disinfecting wipes).
 Silver, ethanol, acetic acid, peroxyacetic acid, hydrogen peroxide solution (active ingredients of
some sporicidal disinfecting wipes).
 UV-C disinfecting wand, one that radiates “short wave” UV-C band rays (100 to 280 nanometers)
from a 4 watt bulb (or stronger).
The controller DC power adapter may be cleaned with the following agents:
Alcohol (Isopropyl 90% or Ethyl 70%).
 n-Alkyl Dimethyl Dibenzyl Ammonium Chloride combined with n-Alkyl Dimethyl Ethybenzyl
Ammonium Chloride (active agent in some disinfecting wipes).
 Silver, ethanol, acetic acid, peroxyacetic acid, hydrogen peroxide solution (active ingredients of
some sporicidal disinfecting wipes).
 UV-C disinfecting wand, one that radiates “short wave” UV-C band rays (100 to 280 nanometers)
from a 4 watt bulb (or stronger).
Figure 59