Product Manual

Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting of indicators
Use this table to troubleshoot the AED if an indicator is lit.
Important: Do not delay calling emergency medical services and delivering CPR even if the AED cannot assist with the rescue.
Indicator Symptom Resolution
R
E
A
D
Y
R
E
S
C
U
E
Rescue Ready status indicator is
red and the service indicator is
NOT lit.
Close and reopen the lid of the AED. The Rescue Ready indicator may
return to green.
Enter Diagnostic mode for more information (see Diagnostic mode
messages on page 5-4).
R
E
A
D
Y
R
E
S
C
U
E
Both the Rescue Ready status
indicator and the service
indicator are red.
The AED requires service by authorized service personnel.
Enter Diagnostic mode for more information (see Diagnostic mode
messages on page 5-4). Contact Cardiac Science Technical Support or
your local representative.
Pads indicator is lit. Ensure that the pads are connected securely to the AED.
During a rescue, ensure that the pads connector is securely connected to
the AED and the pads are placed properly on the patients chest.
The battery indicator is red.
Additionally, when the lid is
closed, a beep sounds
intermittently.
The battery capacity is low. Replace the battery.
If the beep continues to sound after the battery is replaced, contact
Cardiac Science Technical Support or your local representative.
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