Instructions for use: Ikus - Berlin Heart

Preparations outside of the operating room
Start up the Ikus and set the parameters
6.1.1 Connecting the vessel model
Pressure vessel
Note
• The vessel model consists of two separate pressure vessels each equipped with a
driving tube.
• The vessel model simulates a real operating situation during the warming-up period.
If the test parameters (see page 33) have been set correctly, it prevents the Ikus from
generating spurious error messages.
Instructions
1. Remove the seal plugs from the driving tube connection socket.
2. Connect the plug of the two pressure vessels to the driving tube connection sockets.
Caution!
• Always connect both pressure vessels!
6.1.2 Switch on the Ikus
Instructions
1. Connect the Ikus to the mains power supply. Secure the mains power cable with a plug
clip. Ensure that the power switch (mains power switch) is set to ON/EIN.
2. Set the key switch to ON [I]. The charge level indicator lights up and the elapsed
operating hours are displayed. The mains power indicator lights up.
3. Switch on the laptop after the boot process. The language selection menu appears.
4. Select the language by entering the corresponding number. A confirmation with
is not required.
5. The start menu appears.
Caution!
• When switching on the Ikus, always connect it to the power supply. This is the only way
to ensure that the start test (see below) is performed completely and possible
malfunctions can be detected.
• Always switch on the driving unit first and then the laptop.
6.1.3 Starting the monitoring program
Instructions
1. Select the option “Start program”() from the start menu.
2. Enter the user number and password, then confirm with . The system runs
through the start test.
3. Wait for the test phase (a few minutes). Do not acknowledge the acoustic signal.
Exception: If an error message is displayed. Messages in the message window inform you
about the current status. If the system is error-free, the “Operating mode” view appears.
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