Thoratec HeartMate Universal User Manual

HeartMate
®
Universal
Battery Charger
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE (IFU)
for Charging HeartMate12 Volt NiMH & 14 Volt Li-Ion Batteries
Corporate Headquarters
Thoratec Corporation
6035 Stoneridge Drive
Pleasanton, CA 94588
USA
Business:
Tel.: 925-847-8600
Fax: 925-847-8574
Emergencies:
800-456-1477 (USA HeartLine™)
925-847-8600 (International)
www.thoratec.com
Document # 103771.B
1/2011

Thoratec HeartMate Universal Specifications

General

Brand	Thoratec
Model	HeartMate Universal
Category	Battery Charger
Language	English

Summary

Warnings and Cautions

Precautions

Introduction to the HeartMate Battery Charger

1.0 Overview of the Universal Battery Charger

Provides a general overview of the HeartMate Universal Battery Charger's purpose and capabilities.

2.0 Setting Up the Universal Battery Charger Before Use

Details the initial setup steps for the HeartMate Universal Battery Charger, including plugging in and turning it on.

Using Your HeartMate Universal Battery Charger

3.0 Charging Batteries

Explains the process of charging HeartMate 12 volt NiMH and 14 volt Li-Ion batteries using the UBC.

4.0 Calibrating HeartMate Batteries

Describes the procedure for calibrating HeartMate batteries to ensure accurate fuel gauge readings.

Responding to Advisory Messages

5.0 Monitoring Performance and Advisory Messages

Details how the UBC monitors its own performance and battery status, displaying advisory messages for troubleshooting.

Inspection, Cleaning, and Maintenance

6.0 Routine Inspection and Cleaning

Provides guidelines for regular inspection, cleaning, and preventive maintenance of the HeartMate Universal Battery Charger.

Product Disposal Guidelines

Testing and Classification Standards

Appendix 1: Technical Specifications

Appendix 2: Display Panel Text and Symbols

Appendix 3: Label and Labeling Symbols