Operating instructions

LIFEPAK 500 Automated External Defibrillator Operating Instructions 2-3
©1996–2003 Medtronic Physio-Control Corp.
Getting Ready
2 Getting Ready
* Accent marks are not included in operating message for international languages.
3
Orange SHOCK button delivers energy. The LED flashes to prompt the
operator to press
SHOCK when the AED is fully charged.
4 Cable Connector
Allows connection to the following:
• QUIK-COMBO electrodes (REDI-PAK or LLW)
• Cables for connection to a printer, computer, modem, another
LIFEPAK 500 AED, or FAST-PATCH electrodes
• Test load for testing
• Patient Simulator
If the cable connector has a pink-colored center, Infant/Child Reduced
Energy Defibrillation Electrodes can be connected and used with the
defibrillator.
5 Connector Cover
Protects cable connector.
6 Microphone
Allows input for audio recording.
7 Readiness Display
Displays OK when the automatic self-test completed successfully. If
the self-test detects that service is required or if the device detects that
the battery needs immediate replacement, the OK indicator disappears
and a service and/or battery indicator appear(s).
(Available on biphasic AED only.)
8 Speaker
Provides audio voice prompts and tones.
9 Battery Compartment
Accommodates a single removable battery pak that provides power for
the AED.
10 Liquid Crystal Display
(LCD)
Provides operating messages on two 20-character lines.*
11 Right arrow
button
Used to set the clock, transfer data, and set options.
12
▲
Up arrow
button
Used to set the clock, transfer data, and set options.
13 Low battery
indicator
Steady display indicates the AED battery is low; flashing indicates
replace battery immediately.
14 Service
indicator
Steady display indicates the AED requires service by authorized
service personnel; flashing indicates service is required immediately.