Manual Part 2

Precautions
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NOTE: Do Not Re-Sterilize the Implantable Insulin Pump
NOTE: Do Not Re-Sterilize the Side Port Catheter
NOTE: Do Not Re-Sterilize Components of the Refill Kit.
The Pipette (MMT -4104), may be resterilized using autoclave or EtO.
The Template MMT-4106 may be resterilized using steam autoclave or
EtO. This template is made from polycarbonate plastic and will have a
limited life in steam autoclave cycle. The template will not withstand dry
heat autoclave cycles.
Precautions
Emergencies and the use of conventional insulin supplies
Physicians should advise patients who wear the Medtronic MiniMed
2007C Implantable Insulin Pump System how to deal with emergency
conditions such as hyperglycemia. Patients should always carry conven-
tional insulin supplies with them, including insulin and a means to inject
it, in the event of impaired insulin delivery by the Pump System. Delivery
of insulin can become impaired due to a failure of a Pump and/or PPC, or
a Catheter occlusion. Replacement of the Pump, PPC or Catheter may be
required. Physicians should review the Pump replacement and Catheter
clearing procedures in this Physicians Manual
PPC reliability requirements
The PPC is a sensitive electronic device, and can incur physical damage.
If the PPC is dropped or receives an impact, immediately perform a SELF
TEST to check the displays for proper operation. If the PPC does not dis-
play correctly, a replacement PPC is required. Patients should initiate
alternative diabetes management until a replacement PPC is received.
The PPC housing is not watertight and it may malfunction if immersed in
water. “Condensing humidity” conditions such as steam rooms should
also be avoided, because condensation can also damage the PPC’s micro-
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