Technical Specs Part 3

System Alarms and Messages
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Pump self test fail
If during a “SELF TEST” the Pump presents a malfunction, the insulin
delivery will stop. Clear the message by pressing SEL then ACT. Notify
MiniMed immediately.
PPC alarms
The PPC offers a choice of two alarms, audible and vibrate. In addition, a
screen message appears indicating the type of alarm condition that
occurred.
PPC low battery
If the PPC main battery (AA 1.5 volt alkaline) energy is low, the follow-
ing alarm display appears each time a new function is programmed:
Clear this message by pressing SEL and then ACT. While the battery
should have sufficient energy for a few additional programming com-
mands, the battery should be changed as soon as possible. For instruc-
tions on changing the battery, (see Chapter 3, Personal Pump
Communicator).
If “VIBRATOR” is selected, the PPC bat-
tery should last about six weeks during nor-
mal use conditions. If the PPC determines
that the vibrator is causing a low battery
condition, it will automatically change the
Alarm Mo d e toLOW VOLUME i n
order to extend battery life.
PPC Display Type of Alarm
PUMP
SELF TEST FAIL
1
PPC Display Type of Alarm
PPC
LOW BATTERY
1
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