User's Manual

4. WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
Diagnostic ultrasound (echography):
The defibrillator is not affected by ultrasound imaging devices.
Scales with body fat monitors and electronic muscle stimulators:
A patient with an implanted PLATINIUM SonR CRT-D should not use these devices.
4.2. STERILIZATION, STORAGE AND HANDLING
Resterilization:
Do not resterilize and re-implant explanted ICDs.
"Use Before" Date:
A "Use Before" date is printed on the outer storage package and on the sterile package. Do
not implant the device after this date because the battery may have reduced longevity and
sterility may be affected. It should be returned to Sorin.
If Package is damaged:
Do not use the device or accessories if the packaging is wet, punctured, opened or
damaged because the integrity of the sterile packaging may be compromised. Return the
device to the manufacturer.
Device Storage:
Store the device in a clean area, away from magnets, kits containing magnets, and sources
of electromagnetic disturbance to avoid device damage. Store the device between 0 - 50 °C
(32 - 122 °F). Temperatures outside the specified range may damage the device.
Equilibration:
Allow the device to reach room temperature before programming or implanting the device
because rapid temperature changes may affect initial device function.
4.3. IMPLANTATION AND DEVICE PROGRAMMING
Use only a Sorin programmer to communicate with the device.
Do not inadvertently position any magnet over the ICD; this suspends tachyarrhythmia
detection and treatment.
Replace the device when the RRT (Recommended Replacement Time*) point (defined by a
battery voltage of 2.66 ± 0.01 V or a magnet rate lower than or equal to 80 bpm) is reached.
Program device parameters such as sensitivity threshold and VT and VF detection intervals
as specified in the device manuals.
Lead System:
Do not use a lead system other than those with demonstrated compatibility because
undersensing cardiac activity and failure to deliver necessary therapy may result.
In situations where an ICD and a pacemaker are implanted in the same patient, interaction
testing should be completed. If the interaction between the ICD and the pacemaker cannot
be resolved through repositioning of the leads or reprogramming of either the pacemaker or
the ICD, the pacemaker should not be implanted (or should be explanted if previously
implanted).
Failure to properly insert the torque screwdriver into the perforation at an angle
perpendicular to the connector receptacle may result in damage to the sealing system and
its self-sealing properties.
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