Overview

The Beating Heart Compressor provides regulated air pressure to the Beating Heart Controller (#1464 or #1463) to animate the Beating Heart.

NOTE To minimize wear, turn off the Beating Heart Controller and Compressor when not in use . Shut down by switching power to OFF on both components; turn back ON as needed.

Refer to the enclosed Manufacture’s Manual for full instructions on maintenance and use of the compressor.

IMPORTANT Ensure the Beating Heart Controller is OFF before connecting it to the Compressor.

Remove the Beating Heart Compressor from its shipping container and plastic bag. Place the Compressor on a level surface.

Connect the air line from Beating Heart Controller to the male quick disconnect fitting (q) located on the back side of the Compressor Regulator.

 In 220AC/50Hz regions

Plug Compressor’s electrical cord directly into a 220AC/50Hz wall outlet. Use a plug adaptor (not included) as necessary. DO NOT USE an extension cord.

 In 110AC/60Hz regions

Use of Step Up Transformer (minimum 2000 watts) is required (not included). Plug the Compressor’s electrical cord into the Step Up Transformer. Plug Step Up Transformer’s electrical cord into wall outlet, using a plug adaptor (not included) as necessary. Use of a grounded outlet is recommended. DO NOT USE an extension cord.

Turn the On/Off switch to AUTO (clockwise).

Once the Compressor is turned on, the pressure in the storage tank will rise to about 100 psi (visible on pressure gauge (b). The motor will automatically shut off once it reaches this pressure and resume as necessary to maintain pressure.

Confirm that the red Shut-Off Valve is in the “ON” position (as shown).

1) Pull up on the “Push/Lock” knob(k) to unlock it.

2) Set the air pressure by turning the knob clockwise until the needle of the Pressure Gauge reaches the desired pressure on the RED scale

3) Press down on the “Push/Lock” knob to lock pressure setting.

IMPORTANT To prevent damage Do Not Exceed

 70 PSI for Adult Beating Hearts

 60 PSI for Pediatric Hearts

The Compressor is now ready to be used with Beating Heart Controller. Refer to specific Trainer instructions for more detail.

Turn off the power switches on both the Compressor and Beating Heart Controller.

Unplug the Compressor from electrical outlet.

1) Pull up on the “Push/Lock” knob to unlock pressure setting.

2) Gently turn the knob counter- clockwise until Pressure Gauge reads zero on the RED scale.

3) Press down on “Push/Lock” knob to lock.

Disconnect all lines. Return all components to their shipping boxes before shipping or transporting.