Operating instructions

LIFEPAK 500 Automated External Defibrillator Operating Instructions 2-5

Getting Ready

2 Getting Ready

ABOUT BATTERIES

Use either of the following battery types to power the LIFEPAK 500 AED:

• LIFEPAK 500 rechargeable sealed lead-acid (SLA) battery pak

• LIFEPAK 500 nonrechargeable lithium sulfur dioxide (LiSO

) battery pak

• LIFEPAK 500 nonrechargeable lithium manganese dioxide (LiMnO

) battery pak

To save battery life if the LIFEPAK 500 AED is accidentally turned on or left on, the AED has a battery

conservation feature. If the AED is not connected to a patient and no buttons are pressed for 15

minutes, the AED will automatically turn off.

With a battery installed, the LIFEPAK 500 AED automatically performs daily auto tests when the AED is

not in use. These auto tests, along with normal battery self-discharge, consume battery energy.

For information about maintaining or recharging the batteries, refer to page 5-7.

Battery Installation

To install a battery:

1 Insert the connector end of the battery into the battery compartment as shown in Figure 2-3.

2 Slide the battery all the way in until it latches securely.

Figure 2-3 Battery installation

Battery Removal

To remove the battery:

1 Turn off the AED.

2 Lift the latch release on the battery and slide it out.

Note: When a battery is removed from the AED, battery and service indicators appear on the

Readiness Display. After replacing the battery, turn on the device to reset the Readiness Display.

WARNING!

Inability to provide therapy.

The LIFEPAK 500 nonrechargeable lithium manganese dioxide battery pak does not fit in all LIFEPAK

500 AEDs. Use only with AEDs marked -003 inside the battery well.

Latch release