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2.0 HeartWare
™
HVAD
™
System Overview
2.1 Identifying the Components of the HeartWare
™
HVAD
™
System
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HeartWare
®
Waist Pack
The HeartWare
®
Waist Pack is designed to hold the controller
and two batteries around the waist. The waist pack comes with
a support strap to help in putting on or taking off the pack,
and a belt extender to make the waist pack belt bigger.
A viewing window allows the patient to see the controller
display. Magnetic snaps keep the equipment pockets
closed and allow easy access.
HeartWare
®
Shoulder Pack
The HeartWare
®
Shoulder Pack holds the controller and
two batteries in a shoulder bag. A viewing window allows you
to see the Controller Display. Magnetic snaps keep the bag
closed and allow easy access. The shoulder pack can be
attached to the waist belt for additional support if desired. A
belt extender is included to make the belt bigger if necessary.
HeartWare
®
Convertible Patient Pack
The HeartWare
®
Convertible Patient Pack holds the controller
and two batteries for daily use. A viewing window allows
you to see the Controller Display. Velcro
®
strips keep the bag
closed and the accessories securely fastened. It can be worn
over the shoulder, around the waist or a combination of both.
For additional information on carrying cases, see Section 3.7.
HeartWare
®
Shower Bag
The HeartWare
®
Shower Bag provides the ability to comfortably
and securely shower with your HeartWare
™
HVAD
™
System.
The shower bag is water resistant, not water proof, and
protects the controller and batteries from direct water spray
and moisture. The shower bag permits one (1) controller and
two (2) batteries to be placed into a single compartment.
For additional information on using the shower bag, see Section 6.5.
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